First Majestic Silver Corp (AG)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
AG
First Majestic Silver Corp
$18.95
-2.82%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.34B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 264% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $1.26B). AG leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM trades at a lower P/E of 44.2x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.8%
Fair Value
$62.27
Current Price
$18.95
$43.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$92.17
$9.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 49.0%
Revenue surging 169.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 235.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AG
The strongest argument for AG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 169.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AG
The primary concerns for AG are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.14 — expect wider price swings.
AG is growing revenue faster at 169.2% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SILVER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 60/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. AG offers better value entry with a 61.8% margin of safety. 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.
First Majestic Silver Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SILVER · USA
First Majestic Silver Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Visit Website →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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