Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$54.67
+0.04%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.32B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$11.34
-0.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $52.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 3142% more annual revenue ($218.07B vs $6.73B). SQM leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 4.8%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.31. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 85/100 (A).
SQM
Exceptional Buy85
out of 100
Grade: A
VALE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Margin of Safety
+76.5%
Fair Value
$73.82
Current Price
$11.34
$62.48 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 136.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 646.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 136.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 0.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 136.7% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (85/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 136.7% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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