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SQM
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
$75.66
2.9
(3.99%)
| Exchange: | NYSE |
| Market Cap: | 21.611B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 205.872M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Basic Materials | |||||
| Industry: | Chemicals – Specialty | |||||
| CEO: | Ricardo Ramos Rodríguez | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 8344 | |||||
| Address: |
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| Website: | https://www.sqm.com |
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A., commonly known as SQM, is a major global producer and distributor of a diverse array of chemical and mineral products. Its extensive offerings include specialized plant nutrition solutions, iodine and its various chemical compounds, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, and a range of industrial chemicals, alongside other related products and services. Among its key agricultural products are specialty plant nutrients like potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, and sodium potassium nitrate, as well as customized blends and advanced fertilizers. The company also manufactures iodine and its derivatives, which are widely utilized across medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial sectors. These applications encompass crucial ingredients for x-ray contrast agents, polarizing films essential for LCD and LED displays, various antiseptics, biocides, and disinfectants, components for pharmaceutical synthesis, electronic materials, and elements vital for pigments and dyes. Furthermore, SQM supplies lithium carbonates, which are indispensable for numerous applications. These range from electrochemical materials critical for battery manufacturing, frits for the ceramic and enamel industries, and specialized heat-resistant glass, to chemicals used in air conditioning systems, continuous casting powders for steel extrusion, and processing agents for primary aluminum smelting. Lithium carbonates are also employed in pharmaceuticals and as an ingredient in gunpowder production, in addition to serving as a base for other lithium derivatives. Additionally, the company provides lithium hydroxide, valued for its role in the lubricating greases industry and as a key material for battery cathodes. The company’s portfolio extends to potassium chloride and potassium sulfate, which are essential for cultivating various crops such as corn, rice, sugar cane, soybeans, and wheat. SQM also produces industrial chemicals including sodium nitrate, potassium nitrate, potassium chloride, and solar salts, alongside a variety of other fertilizers and custom blends. With a significant global footprint, SQM operates across Chile, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, North America, and Asia. Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. was incorporated in 1968 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 7,467,490 | 4,528,761 | 4,568,984.120 |
| Gross Profit | 3,075,054 | 1,327,107 | 1,339,488.485 |
| EBITDA | 2,936,319 | 1,167,727 | 1,561,486.713 |
| Operating Income | 2,844,394 | 1,065,898 | 1,134,565.201 |
| Net Income | 2,012,667 | -404,359 | 587,207.528 |
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Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 11,705,570 | 11,495,569 | 14,515,813.336 |
| Total Liabilities | 6,138,665 | 6,297,502 | 6,455,908.021 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | 5,530,675 | 5,160,819 | 5,695,520.486 |
| Total Debt | 4,545,079 | 4,818,688 | 4,818,674.876 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 1,041,369 | 1,377,851 | 1,751,630.677 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | -178,293 | 0 | 1,312,287.587 |
| Capital Expenditure | -1,103,598 | -971,792 | -875,289.047 |
| Free Cash Flow | -1,281,891 | 302,886 | 436,998.540 |
| Net Income | 2,012,667 | 0 | 587,207.528 |
| Net Change in Cash | -1,613,867.001 | 336,482 | 367,620.339 |
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| Fiscal Year | 2030 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 6,767,875.820 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 11,175,971.183 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 8,497,666.666 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 2,486,916.035 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 4,106,709.799 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 3,122,543.034 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 1,346,419.509 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 2,581,137.497 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 1,830,938.355 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 135,631.398 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 223,971.693 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 170,297.217 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 6.410 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 9.040 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 4.710 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 5 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 3 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Robust Revenue Performance: SQM reported full-year 2024 revenues of over $4.5 billion, reflecting strong operational performance in its core business areas, particularly lithium, as highlighted in the Q4 2024 earnings call. This aligns with positive industry trends in the chemical and mining sector, supporting sustained demand.
- Solid Financial Position: Key metrics such as a favorable current ratio (TTM) and positive free cash flow yield (TTM) indicate liquidity and operational efficiency. The earnings call emphasized SQM's capacity to fund expansion initiatives, underpinned by strong cash flow from operating activities.
- Market Leadership in Lithium: As noted in the earnings call, SQM maintains a competitive edge in the lithium market, benefiting from strategic capacity expansions and high gross profit margins (TTM), positioning it well within the growing renewable energy and battery storage sectors.
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| Open: | 75.3 | Previous Close: | 72.76 | |
| Day Low: | 72.9 | Day High: | 75.92 | |
| Year Low: | 31.9 | Year High: | 98 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 85.47 | Price Avg 200: | 67.17 | |
| Volume: | 1.344M | Average Volume: | 1.277M |
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile, or SQM as it’s known on the ticker (NYSE: SQM). If you’re a long-term investor looking to dig into a key player in the lithium and specialty chemicals space, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re breaking down SQM’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats with a conversational deep dive that’ll help you see the bigger picture for your portfolio. Let’s get started with a quick overview of who…
