Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR (BVN)vsMcEwen Mining Inc. (MUX)
BVN
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
$35.36
+4.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.62B
MUX
McEwen Mining Inc.
$22.81
-8.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR generates 937% more annual revenue ($2.05B vs $197.55M). BVN leads profitability with a 47.7% profit margin vs 17.4%. BVN trades at a lower P/E of 10.3x. BVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
BVN
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
MUX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.6%
Fair Value
$51.60
Current Price
$35.36
$16.24 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MUX.
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 52.5%
Revenue surging 103.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 139.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 47.7% and operating margin at 52.5%. Revenue growth of 103.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUX
The strongest argument for MUX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at -8.9%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BVN
No major red flags identified for BVN, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MUX
The primary concerns for MUX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
BVN is growing revenue faster at 103.0% — sustainability is the question.
BVN generates stronger free cash flow (232M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BVN scores higher overall (82/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 47.7% margins and 103.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" 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 →McEwen Mining Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
McEwen Mining Inc. is engaged in the exploration, development, production and sale of gold and silver deposits in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Argentina. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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