Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsOrla Mining Ltd (ORLA)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$192.07
+4.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.62B
ORLA
Orla Mining Ltd
$14.56
+1.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited generates 1442% more annual revenue ($11.91B vs $772.15M). AEM leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 7.0%. AEM trades at a lower P/E of 20.2x. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AEM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
ORLA
Buy58
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
-130.3%
Fair Value
$7.49
Current Price
$14.56
$7.07 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Earnings expanding 133.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
1.8% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : ORLA
The strongest argument for ORLA centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ORLA
The primary concerns for ORLA are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 75.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while ORLA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORLA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — 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 58/100), backed by strong 37.5% margins and 60.3% 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
Orla Mining Ltd. acquires, explores and develops mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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