First Majestic Silver Corp (AG)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
AG
First Majestic Silver Corp
$18.81
-3.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.64B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
+0.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
First Majestic Silver Corp generates 294% more annual revenue ($1.64B vs $416.25M). AG leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -14.6%. AG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AG
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.7%
Fair Value
$77.31
Current Price
$18.81
$58.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.51
$6.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.8%
Revenue surging 57.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 102.4% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 21.2% and operating margin at 47.8%. Revenue growth of 57.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AG
The primary concerns for AG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AG profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.19 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
AG generates stronger free cash flow (194M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AG scores higher overall (66/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 57.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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