Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR buy melinda

SQM, or Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (Chemical and Mining Company of Chile), is a major global integrated specialty plant nutrition and lithium chemicals producer. The company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol SQM, operates primarily in the production and distribution of lithium, potassium, iodine, and nitrogen-based fertilizers used in agriculture and industrial applications. With vast resources situated in the Salar de Atacama of Chile's Atacama Desert, SQM leads as one of the world's largest lithium and potassium producers. The company's diversified product portfolio and extensive market reach have positioned it to benefit from the growing demand for lithium-ion batteries and sustainable agriculture practices, making it a significant player in the global stock market.