First Majestic Silver Corp (AG)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
AG
First Majestic Silver Corp
$16.99
+4.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.36B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.69
-4.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $168.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 3769% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $1.49B). AG leads profitability with a 19.5% profit margin vs 17.3%. RIO trades at a lower P/E of 17.1x. AG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AG
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.3%
Fair Value
$71.53
Current Price
$16.99
$54.54 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.5%
Fair Value
$130.00
Current Price
$100.69
$29.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 49.5%
Revenue surging 95.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 5069.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.3%
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AG
The strongest argument for AG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.5% and operating margin at 49.5%. Revenue growth of 95.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AG
The primary concerns for AG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AG profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.10 — expect wider price swings.
AG is growing revenue faster at 95.4% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AG scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 19.5% margins and 95.4% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 24.5% margin of safety. 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.
First Majestic Silver Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SILVER · USA
First Majestic Silver Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Visit Website →Rio Tinto ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Rio Tinto Group is dedicated to the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources worldwide. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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