Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
$57.67
+1.48%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.59B
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 53% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $3.47B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 3.2%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SMG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.6%
Fair Value
$57.14
Current Price
$57.67
$0.53 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
3.2% margin — thin
ROE of -47.6% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SMG
The strongest argument for SMG centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SMG
The primary concerns for SMG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SMG profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — 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 53/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. 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.
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company manufactures, markets, and sells lawn and garden products to consumers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Marysville, 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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