Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
PAAS
Pan American Silver Corp.
$57.81
+2.16%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.36B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$91.60
-1.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 14% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $4.00B). PAAS leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. PAAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
PAAS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PAAS.
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$91.60
$8.93 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.1%
Revenue surging 49.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 131.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PAAS
The strongest argument for PAAS centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 48.1%. Revenue growth of 49.3% 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 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PAAS
The primary concerns for PAAS are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PAAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
PAAS is growing revenue faster at 49.3% — sustainability is the question.
PAAS generates stronger free cash flow (514M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PAAS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 49.3% revenue growth. 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.
Pan American Silver Corp.
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Pan American Silver Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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