Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$50.36
+3.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 135% more annual revenue ($10.76B vs $4.58B). TECK leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TECK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
Margin of Safety
+37.4%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$50.36
$46.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while TECK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — 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.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 66/100). SQM offers better value entry with a 22.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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