Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$281.38
-0.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vulcan Materials Company generates 52% more annual revenue ($8.06B vs $5.30B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 13.8%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
VMC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$168.84
Current Price
$281.38
$112.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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