AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsContango ORE Inc (CTGO)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$84.12
-8.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $42.69B
CTGO
Contango ORE Inc
$16.50
-11.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $575.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AU leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. AU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
AU
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
CTGO
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 56.1%
Revenue surging 64.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 185.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AU
The strongest argument for AU centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.1% and operating margin at 56.1%. Revenue growth of 64.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CTGO
The strongest argument for CTGO centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : CTGO
The primary concerns for CTGO are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while CTGO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 64.9% — sustainability is the question.
AU generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (84/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins and 64.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Contango ORE Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Contango Ore, Inc., an exploration-stage company, is engaged in the exploration of gold and associated minerals in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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