AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsBanco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$107.03
+6.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $50.67B
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$22.28
+1.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $123.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR generates 230% more annual revenue ($32.61B vs $9.89B). BBVA leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 26.7%. AU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. AU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
AU
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
BBVA
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Revenue surging 75.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 63.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AU
The strongest argument for AU centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 48.0%. Revenue growth of 75.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 54.9%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while BBVA is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 75.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (82/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 75.3% 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.
AngloGold Ashanti plc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
AngloGold Ashanti Limited is a gold mining company. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Visit Website →Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
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