Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$193.21
+2.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $93.89B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$111.38
-0.82%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $277.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 386% more annual revenue ($65.77B vs $13.54B). AEM leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 13.6%. MRK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.28. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AEM
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
MRK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.6%
Fair Value
$192.97
Current Price
$193.21
$0.24 premium
Margin of Safety
-14.9%
Fair Value
$97.76
Current Price
$111.38
$13.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.8%
Revenue surging 66.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 39.5% and operating margin at 62.8%. Revenue growth of 66.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AEM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 66.1% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (75/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins and 66.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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