AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsCoeur Mining Inc (CDE)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$107.03
+6.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $50.67B
CDE
Coeur Mining Inc
$18.56
+2.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $18.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AngloGold Ashanti plc generates 378% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $2.07B). CDE leads profitability with a 28.3% 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-
CDE
Strong Buy70
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 50.6%
Revenue surging 120.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 246.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : CDE
The strongest argument for CDE centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.3% and operating margin at 50.6%. Revenue growth of 120.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : CDE
The primary concerns for CDE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
CDE is growing revenue faster at 120.9% — sustainability is the question.
AU generates stronger free cash flow (917M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (82/100 vs 70/100), 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 →Coeur Mining Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Coeur Mining, Inc. explores, develops, produces and sells precious metals in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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