AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsEldorado Gold Corp (EGO)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$84.12
-8.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $42.69B
EGO
Eldorado Gold Corp
$29.59
+10.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AngloGold Ashanti plc generates 459% more annual revenue ($11.17B vs $2.00B). AU leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 28.6%. AU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. AU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
AU
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
EGO
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AU.
Margin of Safety
+5.2%
Fair Value
$32.33
Current Price
$29.59
$2.74 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 49.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 97.9% YoY
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : EGO
The strongest argument for EGO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 49.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : EGO
The primary concerns for EGO are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — 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.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (84/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins and 64.9% 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
discovery, acquisition, financing, development, production, sale and recovery of mineral products, mainly in Turkey, Canada, Greece, Brazil and Romania. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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