Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsPayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$193.21
+2.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $93.89B
PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc
$45.37
-1.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PayPal Holdings Inc generates 149% more annual revenue ($33.73B vs $13.54B). AEM leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 15.0%. PYPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AEM
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
PYPL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.6%
Fair Value
$192.97
Current Price
$193.21
$0.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PYPL.
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Earnings declined 6.2%
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 : PYPL
The strongest argument for PYPL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PYPL
The primary concerns for PYPL are Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while PYPL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PYPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 66.1% — sustainability is the question.
PYPL generates stronger free cash flow (911M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (75/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins and 66.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
PayPal Holdings, Inc. is an American company operating an online payments system in the majority of countries that support online money transfers, and serves as an electronic alternative to traditional paper methods like checks and money orders. The company operates as a payment processor for online vendors, auction sites, and many other commercial users, for which it charges a fee.
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