Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$38.10
+3.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UBS Group AG generates 984% more annual revenue ($49.60B vs $4.58B). UBS leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 12.9%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
UBS
Strong Buy77
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
+61.2%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$38.10
$70.94 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 54.6%
Earnings expanding 58.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 54.6%. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : UBS
The primary concerns for UBS are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while UBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — 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
UBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. 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.
UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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