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MP vs STNG: which is the better buy in 2026?

MP Materials Corp.

NYSE:MP

90/100 Compass
True NorthAccumulate$8.5B

The only integrated Western rare earth-to-magnet producer is spending billions to become irreplaceable, and it's still burning cash to get there.

Full MP analysis

Scorpio Tankers Inc.

NYSE:STNG

90/100 Compass
True NorthAccumulate$3.7B

Product tanker cycle still has legs, but next year's earnings step-down is real. Buy the dips, don't chase the rips.

Full STNG analysis

Factor by factor

FactorMPSTNG
Revenue Growth7790
Profitability2076
Valuation6685
Momentum2767
Theme Purity9457
Moat6950
Catalysts9066
Market Position3850

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Frequently asked questions

Is MP or STNG the better buy in 2026?

MP and STNG are neck and neck at 90/100 on the Compass right now. The better fit depends on which factors matter most to you.

How does Alexandria compare MP and STNG?

Each company is scored 1-100 on eight factors: revenue growth, profitability, valuation, momentum, theme purity, moat, catalysts, and market position. The Compass Score is the composite, and the comparison below shows where each name wins factor by factor.

Compass Scores are proprietary editorial research from publicly available data, not investment advice or a recommendation regarding any security. Rankings update weekly.