AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsOrla Mining Ltd (ORLA)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$89.55
+4.36%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $43.34B
ORLA
Orla Mining Ltd
$14.56
+1.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AngloGold Ashanti plc generates 1181% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $772.15M). AU leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 7.0%. AU trades at a lower P/E of 16.5x. AU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
AU
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
ORLA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-130.3%
Fair Value
$7.49
Current Price
$14.56
$7.07 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
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Earnings expanding 133.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Trading at 8.6x book value
1.8% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : ORLA
The strongest argument for ORLA centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : ORLA
The primary concerns for ORLA are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 75.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while ORLA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORLA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 75.3% — sustainability is the question.
AU generates stronger free cash flow (917M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (84/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 75.3% 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Orla Mining Ltd. acquires, explores and develops mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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