AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$84.12
-8.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $45.95B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$194.09
-1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $161.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 30% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $11.17B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 31.1%. 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-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.3%
Revenue surging 36.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.7x book value
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 : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 58.3%. Revenue growth of 36.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 64.9% — sustainability is the question.
AU generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
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 "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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Southern Copper Corporation is engaged in the extraction, exploration, smelting and refining of copper and other minerals in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador and Chile.
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