QYM Stock Chart & Stats
€69.00
€0.40(0.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€69.00
€0.40(0.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€35.10 - €82.20
Previous CloseN/A
Volume250.00
Average Volume (3M)26.00
Market Cap
€16.98B
Enterprise Value€24.46K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€4.33B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€5.29B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.9
Beta0.84
Next Earnings
Nov 18, 2026EPS Estimate
1.79Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.86
Shares Outstanding142,818,910
10 Day Avg. Volume13
30 Day Avg. Volume26
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.14
Price to Book (P/B)3.45
Price to Sales (P/S)4.30
P/FCF Ratio44.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€77.48Price Target Upside12.30% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)6.36
Revenue Forecast (FY)€7.35B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Financial RecoveryThe TTM rebound demonstrates restored earnings power after weaker prior periods, with substantial margins across the business. If profitability remains supported by lithium, iodine, and specialty nutrition demand, SQM can fund investment and strengthen its competitive position over the coming quarters.
Improved Cash GenerationStrong current operating and free cash flow provides internal funding for capacity expansion, technology investment, and shareholder returns. Although cash conversion is not perfect, the improvement materially enhances financial resilience and gives SQM more flexibility to execute its growth plans.
Lithium Capacity ExpansionPlanned production growth gives SQM a pathway to capture increasing battery-material demand through higher volumes rather than relying only on pricing. The broader expansion program, including Australia and Chile, can reinforce scale, customer relevance, and long-term market position.
Bears Say
Cyclical EarningsThe wide swings in revenue and profitability show that SQM remains exposed to commodity pricing and market conditions. A renewed downturn could reduce earnings, cash generation, and the pace of investment, making the recent recovery less representative of normalized performance.
Elevated LeverageHigher leverage than in 2022 reduces balance-sheet flexibility as SQM undertakes a large capital program. If lithium or other chemical markets weaken, debt obligations could constrain discretionary spending, shareholder distributions, and the ability to absorb prolonged earnings volatility.
Lithium Supply PressureAdditional competing supply could pressure lithium prices and contract realizations even while demand expands. Because lithium contributes substantially to SQM's profitability, sustained market oversupply would weaken margins, reduce returns on new capacity, and increase exposure to earnings volatility.
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA News
QYM FAQ
What was Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA lowest stock price was €35.10 and its highest was €82.20 in the past 12 months.
What is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s market cap?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s market cap is €16.98B.
When is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 18, 2026 which is in 57 days.
How were Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s earnings last quarter?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA released its earnings results on Aug 19, 2026. The company reported €2.012 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €1.755 by €0.257.
Is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA pay dividends?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA does not currently pay dividends.
What is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s EPS estimate?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s EPS estimate is 1.79.
How many shares outstanding does Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA have?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA has 142,818,910 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA reported an EPS of €2.012 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €1.755. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.932%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:QYM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€77.48 (12.30% Upside)
€77.48 (12.30% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:QYM Sentiment 78%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
60.14%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
44.04%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA
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.
QYM Company Deck
QYM Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
SQM's call was largely positive: the company reported record lithium volumes, rising Q2 lithium prices, clear near-term production targets (280k–290k LCE in 2026; ~300k in 2027), robust iodine and specialty nutrition performance, and sizable strategic investments (Mount Holland expansion, Salar Futuro, and $3B CapEx plan). However, the positive outlook is tempered by market and execution risks — price volatility, timing/realization mismatches, potential supply additions from other regions, BESS deployment timing, reliance on tolling partners, and multi-year timelines for major projects — which create short-to-medium term uncertainty.View all DE:QYM earnings summariesQYM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€77.48
▲(12.30% Upside)