Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
PAAS
Pan American Silver Corp.
$48.91
-5.50%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.48B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$78.65
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 32% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $4.00B). PAAS leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 15.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. PAAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
PAAS
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.1%
Revenue surging 49.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 131.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PAAS
The strongest argument for PAAS centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 48.1%. Revenue growth of 49.3% 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 : PAAS
The primary concerns for PAAS are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PAAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PAAS scores higher overall (76/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 49.3% 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.
Pan American Silver Corp.
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Pan American Silver Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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