AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsWalt Disney Company (DIS)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$107.03
+6.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $50.67B
DIS
Walt Disney Company
$108.02
-0.59%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $188.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walt Disney Company generates 883% more annual revenue ($97.26B vs $9.89B). AU leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 11.5%. 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-
DIS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AU.
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$126.38
Current Price
$108.02
$18.36 discount
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 29.8%
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 48.0%. Revenue growth of 75.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DIS
The strongest argument for DIS centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : DIS
The primary concerns for DIS are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while DIS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DIS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 75.3% — sustainability is the question.
DIS generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (82/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 75.3% revenue growth. DIS offers better value entry with a 16.1% margin of safety. 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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is an American diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Walt Disney Studios complex in Burbank, California.
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