Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsUnion Pacific Corporation (UNP)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$193.21
+2.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $93.89B
UNP
Union Pacific Corporation
$264.65
-0.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $157.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Union Pacific Corporation generates 82% more annual revenue ($24.70B vs $13.54B). AEM leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 29.2%. UNP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AEM
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
UNP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-75.9%
Fair Value
$150.49
Current Price
$264.65
$114.16 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
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
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 : UNP
The strongest argument for UNP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 40.4%.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UNP
The primary concerns for UNP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while UNP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 66.1% — sustainability is the question.
UNP generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (75/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins and 66.1% 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.
Visit Website →Union Pacific Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
The Union Pacific Corporation (Union Pacific) is a publicly traded railroad holding company. It was incorporated in Utah in 1969 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. It is the parent company of the current, Delaware-registered, form of the Union Pacific Railroad.
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