Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsUfp Industries Inc (UFPI)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
UFPI
Ufp Industries Inc
$92.94
-2.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ufp Industries Inc generates 38% more annual revenue ($6.32B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 4.7%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
UFPI
Hold45
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
+19.3%
Fair Value
$143.02
Current Price
$92.94
$50.08 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.0%
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 : UFPI
The strongest argument for UFPI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
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 : UFPI
The primary concerns for UFPI are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while UFPI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UFPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — 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
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 45/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. UFPI offers better value entry with a 19.3% margin of safety. 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.
Ufp Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
UFP Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets wood and wood alternatives in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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