AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsBHP Group Limited (BHP)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$84.12
-8.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $45.95B
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$85.78
-6.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $208.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 384% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $11.17B). AU leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 19.0%. 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-
BHP
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while BHP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BHP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 64.9% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (82/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins and 64.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "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 →BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
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