Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR (BVN)vsHecla Mining Company (HL)
BVN
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
$35.12
-3.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.63B
HL
Hecla Mining Company
$20.38
-4.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $14.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR generates 27% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $1.74B). BVN leads profitability with a 48.2% profit margin vs 19.2%. BVN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. BVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
BVN
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
HL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.2%
Fair Value
$51.36
Current Price
$35.12
$16.24 discount
Margin of Safety
+13.0%
Fair Value
$24.63
Current Price
$20.38
$4.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 48 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.8%
Revenue surging 43.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 160.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Revenue surging 52.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BVN
The strongest argument for BVN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.2% and operating margin at 41.8%. Revenue growth of 43.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HL
The strongest argument for HL centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 52.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BVN
No major red flags identified for BVN, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : HL
The primary concerns for HL are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
HL is growing revenue faster at 52.4% — sustainability is the question.
BVN generates stronger free cash flow (289M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BVN scores higher overall (82/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 48.2% margins and 43.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Compaa de Minas Buenaventura SAA, a precious metals company, is dedicated to the exploration, extraction, concentration, smelting and commercialization of minerals and polymetallic metals in Peru, the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Lima, Peru.
Visit Website →Hecla Mining Company
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Hecla Mining Company discovers, acquires, develops and produces precious and base metal properties in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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