Sociedad Quimica Y Minera (SQM)
NYSE:SQM
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SQM Stock Chart & Stats
$88.80
-$0.50(-1.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$88.80
-$0.50(-1.27%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$31.90 - $98.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume441.33K
Average Volume (3M)1.22M
Market Cap
$20.73B
Enterprise Value$26.73B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$3.87B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$5.11B
Price to Earnings (P/E)26.0
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
Aug 19, 2026EPS Estimate
1.86Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.86
Shares Outstanding142,818,910
10 Day Avg. Volume1,424,501
30 Day Avg. Volume1,219,659
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.14
Price to Book (P/B)3.45
Price to Sales (P/S)4.30
P/FCF Ratio44.97
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.29
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.03
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit14.58
Enterprise Value/Ebitda15.24
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$84.50Price Target Upside-4.84% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)6.35
Revenue Forecast (FY)$7.82B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Lithium Production RampA clear multi-year volume ramp (management target ~260k LCE for 2026) strengthens SQM's structural supply position in battery raw materials. Higher, sustained volumes improve bargaining power with customers, enable scale-driven cost efficiencies, and underpin recurring revenue as EV demand grows.
Iodine Margin StrengthIodine's outsized margin contribution (~42% of gross margin) provides durable earnings diversification away from lithium cyclicality. Stable industrial and pharmaceutical demand plus planned capacity increases (target >15,000 t in 2026, >17,000 tpa after pipeline) supports long-term margin resilience.
High Contracted Sales CoverageWith ~80% of volumes contracted, SQM secures forward revenue visibility and reduces exposure to spot-price swings. This durable contract coverage supports predictable cash flows, underpins capex planning for international projects, and cushions earnings through commodity cycles.
Bears Say
Project Execution DelaysRepeated timing slips (Kwinana into 2027, Chile capacity shifted to 2028 and pending permits) materially delay higher‑value refined output. Prolonged ramp timelines increase reliance on lower-margin concentrate sales, compress near-term margin expansion and raise execution risk for multi-year growth plans.
Elevated LeverageMeaningful debt (debt/equity ~0.87) constrains financial flexibility in a cyclical commodity business. Elevated leverage limits the firm's ability to fund opportunistic growth, absorb price downturns, or maintain steady dividend policy without relying on volatile earnings or external financing during weaker cycles.
Uneven Cash ConversionDespite recent FCF improvement, weak and volatile cash conversion (operating cash only ~0.53x of profitability historically) reduces reliability of internally funded capex and dividends. In downturns this undermines capital allocation certainty and raises the need for external funding or cuts to returns.
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA News
SQM FAQ
What was Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera lowest stock price was $31.90 and its highest was $98.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s market cap?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s market cap is $20.73B.
When is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 69 days.
How were Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s earnings last quarter?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera released its earnings results on May 26, 2026. The company reported $1.28 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.545 by -$0.265.
Is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Sociedad Quimica Y Minera pay dividends?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.018 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Sociedad Quimica Y Minera dividends here
What is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s EPS estimate?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s EPS estimate is 1.86.
How many shares outstanding does Sociedad Quimica Y Minera have?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera has 142,818,910 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sociedad Quimica Y Minera’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera reported an EPS of $1.28 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $1.545. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.364%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sociedad Quimica Y Minera?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SQM
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Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$84.50 (-4.84% Downside)
$84.50 (-4.84% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SQM Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 2.0M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.7%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.7%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 99%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
127.24%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
14.69%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
37.30%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera
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.
SQM Company Deck
SQM Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a predominately positive operational and market picture: record lithium volumes, improving lithium prices, strong iodine profitability (42% of gross margin), and solid full-year revenues and net income. International operations achieved key milestones (first Kwinana shipment) and production/growth targets for 2026 were raised (target ~260,000 LCE). Offsetting these positives are execution and timing risks — Kwinana ramp-up delays into 2027, a delayed Chile capacity timeline to 2028, cost composition impacts from lease payments tied to higher prices, supply disruptions in certain lithium feedstocks, and pending permits that add timetable uncertainty. Overall, highlights on volumes, pricing, margins and ESG recognition outweigh the lowlights, which are mainly timing or volatility-related rather than structural demand failures.View all SQM earnings summariesSQM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$84.50
▼(-4.84% Downside)
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Insiders
5.27% Mutual Funds
13.34% Other Institutional Investors
76.58% Public Companies and
Individual Investors