First Majestic Silver Corp (AG) — closed signal from June 4, 2026
Partial Published before the outcome was known, scored automatically when the window closed on September 2, 2026 — +5.1% at the close.
Predicted vs. what happened
What happened
Reached 50% of the predicted growth at its peak, without hitting the target.
The thesis — published June 4, 2026
First Majestic shows signs of stronger business performance: sales quality, good free cash flow and fatter silver profit margins. The stock fell recently and could bounce if silver prices settle. Still, swings in metal prices, exposure to Mexico and uneven past results limit confidence versus larger, steadier peers.
Primary drivers
- Recent results showed healthy free cash flow and cleaner sales
- Wider silver margins increase profit sensitivity to higher metal prices
- A solid balance sheet reduces risk from metal price swings
- The pullback creates a less crowded chance to re-enter at lower levels
How it played out
AG: rose 10%, but the 20% target was missed
Lyra published AG at $20.18 on June 4, with an expected gain of 20% and a $24.21 target. The thesis pointed to healthy free cash flow, cleaner sales, wider silver margins, a solid balance sheet and a recent pullback. It also noted metal price swings, exposure to Mexico and uneven past results.
AG reached its window high of $22.19 on August 28, a gain of 10%. It never reached the $24.21 target. The stock ended the window at $21.20 on September 2, still above the publication price. The thesis partially played out, but the expected gain was missed.
What happened during the window
On July 7, First Majestic announced an agreement to sell the San Martin Silver Mine for total proceeds of US$90 million. On July 30, the company reported that second-quarter silver and gold production had risen 3% and 2%, respectively, from the prior-year quarter.
Prices are shown split- and dividend-adjusted, matching what public charts show today.
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