AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$89.55
+4.36%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $43.34B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$236.18
-0.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $131.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 772% more annual revenue ($86.29B vs $9.89B). AU leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 7.7%. 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-
LOW
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.8%
Fair Value
$242.89
Current Price
$89.55
$153.34 discount
Margin of Safety
-193.3%
Fair Value
$80.51
Current Price
$236.18
$155.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.2%
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 10.8%
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 47.2%. Revenue growth of 75.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 75.3% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (964M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (84/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 75.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" 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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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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