Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$193.21
+2.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $93.89B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$897.45
+0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $412.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 423% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $13.54B). AEM leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 13.3%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AEM
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.6%
Fair Value
$192.97
Current Price
$193.21
$0.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Revenue surging 22.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 30.2% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
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 : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 66.1% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins and 66.1% 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.
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.
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INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Caterpillar Inc. (often shortened to CAT) is an American Fortune 100 corporation that designs, develops, engineers, manufactures, markets, and sells machinery, engines, financial products, and insurance to customers via a worldwide dealer network.
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