Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsApplied Materials Inc (AMAT)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$192.07
+4.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.62B
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$369.34
-1.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $293.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Applied Materials Inc generates 137% more annual revenue ($28.21B vs $11.91B). AEM leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 27.8%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AEM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
AMAT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.7%
Fair Value
$415.12
Current Price
$192.07
$223.05 discount
Margin of Safety
+19.1%
Fair Value
$456.30
Current Price
$369.34
$86.96 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 64.7%
Revenue surging 60.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Earnings expanding 75.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Areas to Watch
2.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.5x book value
Revenue declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEM
The strongest argument for AEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.5% and operating margin at 64.7%. Revenue growth of 60.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 29.9%.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while AMAT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 60.3% — sustainability is the question.
AEM generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 37.5% margins and 60.3% revenue growth. AMAT offers better value entry with a 19.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is engaged in the exploration, development and production of mineral properties in Canada, Sweden and Finland. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.
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