Nexa Resources SA (NEXA)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$14.16
+0.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.92B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 52% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $3.00B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 4.4%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 14.5x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
NEXA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.2%
Fair Value
$24.86
Current Price
$14.16
$10.70 discount
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$92.17
$9.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.96 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 58/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. NEXA offers better value entry with a 50.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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