Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsValhi Inc (VHI)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
VHI
Valhi Inc
$15.05
+2.94%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $420.29M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 120% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $2.08B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -2.8%. VHI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
VHI
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
+65.3%
Fair Value
$45.18
Current Price
$15.05
$30.13 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 95.7%
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 : VHI
The strongest argument for VHI centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : VHI
The primary concerns for VHI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while VHI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
VHI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — 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 42/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. VHI offers better value entry with a 65.3% 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.
Valhi Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Valhi, Inc. engages in the chemicals, components, and real estate development and management businesses in Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and internationally.
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