Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$8.87
-0.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 995% more annual revenue ($50.12B vs $4.58B). SUZ leads profitability with a 26.8% profit margin vs 12.9%. SUZ trades at a lower P/E of 4.1x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SUZ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$92.17
$9.50 discount
Margin of Safety
+71.3%
Fair Value
$38.95
Current Price
$8.87
$30.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 7.5%
Earnings declined 38.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 16.9%.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while SUZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
SUZ generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 57/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. SUZ offers better value entry with a 71.3% 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.
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.
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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