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Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Intrepid Potash Inc stock (IPI) is currently trading at $41.82. Intrepid Potash Inc PE ratio is 45.60. Intrepid Potash Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.19. Analyst consensus price target for IPI is $25.00. WallStSmart rates IPI as Underperform.

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IPI

Intrepid Potash Inc

NYSEBASIC MATERIALS
$41.82
$3.15 (8.15%)
52W$22.55
$50.34
Target$25.00-40.2%

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IPI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI)

Margin of Safety
-508.5%
Significantly Overvalued
IPI Fair Value
$5.78
Graham Formula
Current Price
$41.82
$36.04 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $5.78
Overvalued
Price $41.82
Graham IV $5.78
Analyst $25.00

IPI trades 508% above its Graham fair value of $5.78, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/book, revenue growth. Concerns around return on equity and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.9610/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Revenue GrowthGrowth
33.90%10/10

Revenue surging 33.90% year-over-year

Price/BookValuation
1.068/10

Trading at 1.06x book value, attractively priced

Institutional Own.Quality
60.08%8/10

60.08% held by institutions, strong professional interest

Supporting Valuation Data

EV/Revenue
1.473
Undervalued

Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 3.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-81.00%0/10

Earnings declining -81.00%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
2.32%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Profit MarginProfitability
4.70%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Operating MarginProfitability
13.10%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Market CapQuality
$520M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Price/SalesValuation
2.196/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.19x sales

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
45.6
Overvalued
Forward P/E
126.58
Expensive
Trailing P/E
45.6
Overvalued
IPI Target Price
$25
30% Downside

Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 54/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.96), Price/Book (1.06) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 33.90%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.19) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -81.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 2.32%, Operating Margin at 13.10%, Profit Margin at 4.70%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 2.32% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 33.90% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth) and negatives (EPS Growth, Return on Equity). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

IPI Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

IPI's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.19x trades 119% above its historical average of 1x (90th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 51% below its historical high of 4.43x set in Mar 2022, and 4270% above its historical low of 0.05x in Mar 2020. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~1.5x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI) · BASIC MATERIALSAGRICULTURAL INPUTS

The Big Picture

Intrepid Potash Inc is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 238M with 34% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 470.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 34% YoY, reaching 238M. This pace significantly outperforms most AGRICULTURAL INPUTS peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 232.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -1M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

Misleading Earnings Decline

Earnings fell 81% YoY while revenue grew 34%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Intrepid Potash Inc maintain 34%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.52, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor AGRICULTURAL INPUTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Intrepid Potash Inc.

Bottom Line

Intrepid Potash Inc offers an attractive blend of growth (34% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Intrepid Potash Inc(IPI)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

BASIC MATERIALS

Industry

AGRICULTURAL INPUTS

Country

USA

Intrepid Potash, Inc. produces and sells potash and langbeinite products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.