Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsEldorado Gold Corp (EGO)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$183.11
+1.33%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $95.97B
EGO
Eldorado Gold Corp
$32.39
-6.02%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited generates 615% more annual revenue ($14.53B vs $2.03B). AEM leads profitability with a 40.4% profit margin vs 29.8%. EGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.96. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AEM
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
EGO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.8%
Fair Value
$190.90
Current Price
$183.11
$7.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+3.4%
Fair Value
$32.78
Current Price
$32.38
$0.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 40.4% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EGO
The strongest argument for EGO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 43.3%.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : EGO
The primary concerns for EGO are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while EGO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
AEM generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (75/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 40.4% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. 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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BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
discovery, acquisition, financing, development, production, sale and recovery of mineral products, mainly in Turkey, Canada, Greece, Brazil and Romania. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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