Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsSilvercorp Metals Inc (SVM)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
SVM
Silvercorp Metals Inc
$11.99
+4.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 1151% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $365.89M). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -4.6%. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SVM
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
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
-39.7%
Fair Value
$8.21
Current Price
$11.99
$3.78 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 54.5%
Revenue surging 50.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 31.7%
Currently unprofitable
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 : SVM
The strongest argument for SVM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 50.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SVM
The primary concerns for SVM are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while SVM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SVM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.96 — expect wider price swings.
SVM is growing revenue faster at 50.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 42/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Silvercorp Metals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SILVER · USA
Silvercorp Metals Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and extraction of mineral properties in China. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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