Aura Minerals Inc. Common Shares (AUGO)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
AUGO
Aura Minerals Inc. Common Shares
$77.27
+1.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $6.34B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$132.60
-4.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $63.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp generates 140% more annual revenue ($2.75B vs $1.14B). WPM leads profitability with a 65.5% profit margin vs 7.8%. WPM trades at a lower P/E of 35.2x. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AUGO
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AUGO.
Margin of Safety
-50.5%
Fair Value
$84.09
Current Price
$132.60
$48.51 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Revenue surging 136.5% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
7.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AUGO
The strongest argument for AUGO centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 136.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.5% and operating margin at 75.0%. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AUGO
The primary concerns for AUGO are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 67.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AUGO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
AUGO is growing revenue faster at 136.5% — sustainability is the question.
WPM generates stronger free cash flow (692M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 65.5% margins and 91.6% 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.
Aura Minerals Inc. Common Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Aura Minerals Inc., a gold and copper production company, focuses on the development and operation of gold and base metal projects in the Americas. The company is headquartered in Coconut Grove, Florida.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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