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SQM Stock Chart & Stats
$78.28
-$0.59(-0.85%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$78.28
-$0.59(-0.85%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$40.58 - $98.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume454.71K
Average Volume (3M)933.82K
Market Cap
$21.99B
Enterprise Value$24.46K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$4.33B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$5.29B
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.6
Beta0.73
Next Earnings
Nov 18, 2026EPS Estimate
2.09Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.28%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.86
Shares Outstanding142,818,910
10 Day Avg. Volume1,027,037
30 Day Avg. Volume933,820
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 Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$86.88Price Target Upside10.98% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)7.05
Revenue Forecast (FY)$8.28B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Earnings And Cash Flow RecoveryThe rebound in revenue, profitability and free cash flow strengthens internal funding capacity and demonstrates operating leverage. If maintained, this recovery can support investment, debt servicing and shareholder returns over the next several quarters.
Lithium Capacity ExpansionPlanned production growth gives SQM greater scale in a structurally expanding battery-materials market. Higher volumes can improve fixed-cost absorption and preserve its position as a major supplier, provided projects are executed successfully.
Diversified Specialty Chemicals PortfolioIodine and specialty plant nutrition provide earnings streams beyond lithium, reducing dependence on one end market. Their established demand bases and volume growth can improve resilience when battery-material pricing or demand becomes less favorable.
Bears Say
Commodity-Cycle Earnings VolatilityThe historical swings show that SQM’s earnings remain highly sensitive to lithium, fertilizer and iodine prices. Even with strong current results, a reversal in commodity conditions could quickly pressure margins, cash flow and funding capacity.
Moderate-to-Elevated LeverageHigher leverage than in 2022 reduces financial flexibility if commodity prices weaken or large projects require additional funding. Debt service and capital commitments could constrain investment or shareholder distributions during a downturn.
Structural Lithium Supply RiskNew supply from multiple producing regions could outpace demand growth and weaken lithium prices over the medium term. Because SQM’s profitability depends substantially on lithium realizations, broader supply additions may limit margin durability.
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA News
SQM 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 $40.58 and its highest was $98.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s market cap?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s market cap is $21.99B.
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 74 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 $2.31 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.015 by $0.295.
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 pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.435 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.28%. See more information on Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA dividends here
What is Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s EPS estimate?
Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA’s EPS estimate is 2.09.
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 $2.31 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.015. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.222%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sociedad Quimica Y Minera SA?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SQM
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
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$86.88 (10.98% Upside)
$86.88 (10.98% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SQM Sentiment 78%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 492.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 2.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.8%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
83.99%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.28%
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.
SQM Company Deck
SQM 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 SQM earnings summariesSQM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$86.88
▲(10.98% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Insiders
5.12% Mutual Funds
11.82% Other Institutional Investors
78.36% Public Companies and Individual Investors