Today’s SQM stock price performance outpaced the S&P Global Materials Index, reflecting specific demand-side catalysts beyond general sector movement. One major plus, however, is that SQM remained profitable despite the price of lithium collapsing over the past year. The company has access to excellent resources, which it is able to extract profitably, even at current prices. While we acknowledge the potential of SQM as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock . Intraday SQM stock price momentum remains supported by higher-than-average trading volumes. The stock’s beta suggests a historically higher sensitivity to commodity cycles, which is a key consideration for portfolio risk assessment.