Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsWD-40 Company (WDFC)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
WDFC
WD-40 Company
$216.11
+0.39%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 637% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $620.91M). WDFC leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
WDFC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-428.4%
Fair Value
$44.68
Current Price
$216.11
$171.43 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 60.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.9%
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 : WDFC
The strongest argument for WDFC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 60.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : WDFC
The primary concerns for WDFC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
WDFC is growing revenue faster at 60.0% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 46/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. 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.
WD-40 Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products and cleaning and home care products in America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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