AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$107.03
+6.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $50.67B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$45.23
+1.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $148.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UBS Group AG generates 419% more annual revenue ($51.31B vs $9.89B). AU leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 17.8%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. AU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
AU
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
UBS
Strong Buy79
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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Earnings expanding 84.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
No major concerns identified
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 : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : UBS
No major red flags identified for UBS, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while UBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UBS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — 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 79/100), 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 →UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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