Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)vsSun Life Financial Inc. (SLF)
AEM
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
$192.07
+4.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.62B
SLF
Sun Life Financial Inc.
$62.77
-0.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $34.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sun Life Financial Inc. generates 193% more annual revenue ($34.88B vs $11.91B). AEM leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 10.2%. SLF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. AEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AEM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SLF
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.7%
Fair Value
$415.12
Current Price
$192.07
$223.05 discount
Margin of Safety
+69.0%
Fair Value
$209.66
Current Price
$62.77
$146.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 64.7%
Revenue surging 60.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% revenue growth
2.4% earnings growth
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 37.5% and operating margin at 64.7%. Revenue growth of 60.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SLF
The strongest argument for SLF centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.88 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AEM
The primary concerns for AEM are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SLF
The primary concerns for SLF are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEM profiles as a growth stock while SLF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
AEM is growing revenue faster at 60.3% — sustainability is the question.
SLF generates stronger free cash flow (5.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 37.5% margins and 60.3% revenue growth. SLF offers better value entry with a 69.0% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Sun Life Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sun Life Financial Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients around the world. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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