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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 favo...

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.

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 Austral...

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 ...

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-tha...

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 P...

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.

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 b...