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Basic Materials - Chemicals - Specialty - NYSE - CL
$ 34.28
-1.83 %
$ 9.79 B
Market Cap
-24.31
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 22, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one SQM stock under the worst case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 34.3 USD, Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 22, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one SQM stock under the base case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 34.3 USD, Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 22, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one SQM stock under the best case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 34.3 USD, Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. is HIDDEN

2. FUNDAMENTAL ANALYSIS

Price Chart SQM

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FINANCIALS
4.53 B REVENUE
-39.35%
1.07 B OPERATING INCOME
-63.14%
-404 M NET INCOME
0.00%
1.27 B OPERATING CASH FLOW
814.93%
-1.21 B INVESTING CASH FLOW
18.06%
282 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
489.34%
1.07 B REVENUE
-0.29%
210 M OPERATING INCOME
-7.62%
120 M NET INCOME
0.00%
298 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
11.50%
-464 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
-559.16%
-20.5 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
-6.11%
Balance Sheet Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
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Current Assets 5.58 B
Cash & Short-Term Investments 2.44 B
Receivables -15 K
Other Current Assets 3.14 B
Non-Current Assets 5.92 B
Long-Term Investments -418 M
PP&E 4.65 B
Other Non-Current Assets 1.68 B
21.22 %27.31 %40.46 %14.65 %Total Assets$11.5b
Current Liabilities 2.22 B
Accounts Payable 448 M
Short-Term Debt 1.18 B
Other Current Liabilities 592 M
Non-Current Liabilities 4.08 B
Long-Term Debt 3.64 B
Other Non-Current Liabilities 439 M
7.12 %18.72 %9.40 %57.80 %6.97 %Total Liabilities$6.3b
EFFICIENCY
Earnings Waterfall Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
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Revenue 4.53 B
Cost Of Revenue 3.2 B
Gross Profit 1.33 B
Operating Expenses 261 M
Operating Income 1.07 B
Other Expenses 1.47 B
Net Income -404 M
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RATIOS
29.30% GROSS MARGIN
29.30%
23.54% OPERATING MARGIN
23.54%
-8.93% NET MARGIN
-8.93%
-7.84% ROE
-7.84%
-3.52% ROA
-3.52%
-4.16% ROIC
-4.16%
FREE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Free Cash Flow Analysis Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
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Net Income -404 M
Depreciation & Amortization 5.06 M
Capital Expenditures -972 M
Stock-Based Compensation 0
Change in Working Capital 0
Others 1.27 B
Free Cash Flow 303 M
3. WALL STREET ANALYSTS ESTIMATES
Wall Street Analysts Price Targets Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
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Wall Street analysts predict an average 1-year price target for SQM of $47.7 , with forecasts ranging from a low of $35 to a high of $65 .
SQM Lowest Price Target Wall Street Target
35 USD 2.10%
SQM Average Price Target Wall Street Target
47.7 USD 39.11%
SQM Highest Price Target Wall Street Target
65 USD 89.61%
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4. DIVIDEND ANALYSIS
0.01% DIVIDEND YIELD
0.213 USD DIVIDEND PER SHARE
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5. COMPETITION
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6. Ownership
Insider Ownership Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
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7. News
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile: Attractive Despite The Section 232 Investigation Threat President Trump signed an executive order on April 15 to launch a Section 232 investigation into the national security threats posed by critical mineral imports. SQM benefits from low-cost lithium production and a diversified product mix, positioning it for long-term growth despite tariff uncertainties. Chile's strong trade relationship with the U.S. and potential friend-shoring strategies favor SQM amid Trump's aggressive trade policies. seekingalpha.com - 2 weeks ago
SQM (SQM) Moves 12.3% Higher: Will This Strength Last? SQM (SQM) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road. zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
Exclusive: Indian state firms seek stake in SQM's lithium projects in Australia, sources say Four Indian state firms are in talks with Chilean miner SQM to acquire a 20% stake in its two lithium projects in Australia for $600 million, four sources said, in New Delhi's biggest effort to secure supplies of the key EV battery metal. reuters.com - 1 month ago
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile: This Is Why Lithium Will Fuel Growth Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile is rated a Buy due to projected growth in the EV market, driving future lithium demand and revenue. Partnership with Codelco in 2031 is set to lower 20-25% of SQM's lithium revenue, which currently accounts for 43% of the company's profits. SQM is expanding lithium production, particularly in Chile, to meet rising demand, with diversified operations in Australia and China for stability. seekingalpha.com - 1 month ago
Sociedad Quimica's Earnings Miss Estimates in Q4, Revenues Beat SQM sees a 33% year-over-year decline in sales in the Lithium and Derivatives unit in Q4 as higher lithium sales volumes were more than offset by lower prices. zacks.com - 1 month ago
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (NYSE:SQM ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 5, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Isabel Bendeck - Investor Relations Officer Gerardo Illanes - Vice President Services and Finance Carlos Díaz Ortiz - General Manager, Lithium Potassium Division Pablo Altimiras - General Manager, Nitrates Iodine Division Mark Fones - Vice President of Strategies and M&A Lithium Felipe Smith - Commercial Vice President of Lithium Juan Pablo Bellolio - Commercial Vice President of Iodine and Industrial Chemicals Pablo Hernandez - VP of Strategy and Development Conference Call Participants Ben Isaacson - Scotiabank Joel Jackson - BMO Capital Markets Rafael Barcellos - Bradesco BBI Corinne Blanchard - Deutsche Bank Andres Castanos-Mollor - Berenberg Juraj Domic - LarrainVial Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. seekingalpha.com - 1 month ago
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile: Its Rebound Is A Matter Of When Not If Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile shares are trading near 5-year lows due to declining lithium prices, but their large market share and superior margins position them well for a turnaround. Despite revenue declines, SQM's diversified operations and investments in new extraction capacities in China and Australia suggest robust future demand and potential revenue growth. Risks include slower-than-expected EV adoption and revenue loss from a renegotiated contract with the Chilean government, impacting their lithium extraction operations and profit margins. seekingalpha.com - 5 months ago
Sociedad Quimica's Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates in Q3 SQM sees volume growth in almost all of its business lines amid headwinds from weaker year-over-year pricing in Q3. zacks.com - 5 months ago
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (NYSE:SQM ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 20, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Isabel Bendeck - Investor Relations Ricardo Ramos Rodríguez - Chief Executive Officer Gerardo Illanes - Chief Financial Officer and VP of Finance Carlos Diaz Ortiz - CEO of SQM Salar Mark Fones - CEO of SQM International Lithium Felipe Smith - Commercial Vice President of SQM Salar Pablo Hernandez - Senior Director of Business Strategy and Development, SQM Salar Pablo Altimiras - CEO of Iodine & Nitrates Juan Pablo Bellolio - Commercial Vice President of Iodine and Industrial Chemicals Conference Call Participants Joel Jackson - BMO Capital Markets Ben Isaacson - Scotiabank Corinne Blanchard - Deutsche Bank Gabriel Simões - Goldman Sachs César Pérez-Novoa - BTG Pactual Operator Good afternoon, and welcome to the SQM Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call. seekingalpha.com - 5 months ago
SQM REPORTS EARNINGS FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 Highlights SQM reported total revenues for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 of US$3,455.0 million compared to total revenues of  US$6,155.9 million for the same period last year.  Net loss(1),(2) for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 of (US$524.5) million or (US$1.84) per share, compared to net income(2) of  US$1,809.5 million or US$6.33 per share for the same period last year. prnewswire.com - 5 months ago
Sociedad QuíMica y Minera de Chile: A Key Lithium Player On A Path Of Strong Recovery I rate SQM a "Strong Buy" due to its key role in lithium, expected demand surge, and solid financials despite recent market headwinds. The company benefits from privileged access to Chile's rich lithium reserves and strategic partnerships, ensuring long-term growth and efficiency. SQM's aggressive expansion plans in Chile, Australia, and China aim to significantly boost production and revenue by 2025. seekingalpha.com - 5 months ago
Lithium Miners News For The Month Of October 2024 Lithium prices were flat the past month. Lithium market news - The US government is reportedly examining price support mechanisms for domestic critical mineral projects. BloombergNEF forecasts lithium deficits may begin in 2025. Lithium company news - Arcadium Lithium confirms takeover offer from Rio Tinto. Bikita Minerals has shut down one of its production plants, citing weak global prices. seekingalpha.com - 6 months ago
8. Profile Summary

Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. SQM

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COUNTRY CL
INDUSTRY Chemicals - Specialty
MARKET CAP $ 9.79 B
Dividend Yield 0.01%
Description Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. 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. The company offers specialty plant nutrients, including potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium potassium nitrate, specialty blends, and other specialty fertilizers. It also provides iodine and its derivatives for use in medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial applications comprising x-ray contrast media, polarizing films for LCD and LED, antiseptics, biocides and disinfectants, pharmaceutical synthesis, electronics, pigments, and dye components. In addition, the company offers lithium carbonates for various applications that include electrochemical materials for batteries, frits for the ceramic and enamel industries, heat-resistant glass, air conditioning chemicals, continuous casting powder for steel extrusion, primary aluminum smelting process, pharmaceuticals, and lithium derivatives, as well as ingredient in manufacturing of gunpowder. Further, it supplies lithium hydroxide for the lubricating greases industry, as well as cathodes for batteries. Additionally, it offers potassium chloride and potassium sulfate for various crops, including corn, rice, sugar, soybean, and wheat; industrial chemicals, including sodium nitrate, potassium nitrate, potassium chloride, and solar salts; and other fertilizers and blends. The company operates in Chile, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, North America, Asia, and internationally. Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. was incorporated in 1968 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
Contact El Trovador 4285, Santiago de Chile, https://www.sqm.com
IPO Date Sept. 21, 1993
Employees 8344
Officers Trinidad Reyes Director of Development Rodrigo Jasen Vice President People & Culture Irina Axenova Head of Investor Relations Mr. Gerardo Illanes G. Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Services & Finance Mr. Ricardo Ramos Rodríguez Chief Executive Officer Mr. Carlos Diaz Ortiz Executive Vice President of Lithium Mr. Gonzalo Aguirre T. Vice President of Legal & General Counsel Nelson Torres Vice President of Operations, Mine & Leaching, SQM, Iodine and Plant Nutrition Ms. Ana Maria Munoz Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit Manager Mr. Pablo C. Altimiras Executive Vice President of Nitrates Iodine