AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsGold Fields Ltd ADR (GFI)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$90.69
-2.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $46.85B
GFI
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
$41.79
-0.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AngloGold Ashanti plc generates 13% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $8.75B). GFI leads profitability with a 40.8% 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-
GFI
Strong Buy72
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
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.8%
Revenue surging 71.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 196.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Trading at 8.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : GFI
The strongest argument for GFI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.8% and operating margin at 51.8%. Revenue growth of 71.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : GFI
The primary concerns for GFI are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 75.3% — sustainability is the question.
GFI generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (82/100 vs 72/100), 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Gold Fields Limited is a gold producer with reserves and resources in Chile, South Africa, Ghana, West Africa, Australia and Peru. The company is headquartered in Sandton, South Africa.
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