First Majestic Silver Corp (AG)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
AG
First Majestic Silver Corp
$16.99
+7.03%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.36B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 256% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $1.49B). AG leads profitability with a 19.5% profit margin vs 15.4%. SQM trades at a lower P/E of 26.4x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AG
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.3%
Fair Value
$71.53
Current Price
$16.99
$54.54 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
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 : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AG
The primary concerns for AG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SILVER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. AG offers better value entry with a 76.3% margin of safety. 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.
First Majestic Silver Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SILVER · USA
First Majestic Silver Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Visit Website →Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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