REX American Resources Corporation (REX)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
REX
REX American Resources Corporation
$44.92
-2.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.54B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 708% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $656.20M). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 14.1%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
REX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.3%
Fair Value
$47.11
Current Price
$44.92
$2.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 118.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : REX
The strongest argument for REX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : REX
The primary concerns for REX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
REX profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. REX offers better value entry with a 24.3% 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.
REX American Resources Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
REX American Resources Corporation, produces and sells ethanol in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.
Visit Website →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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