Zacks Investment Research·Jun 26, 2026
AngloGold Ashanti (AU) Increases Despite Market Slip: Here's What You Need to KnowAngloGold Ashanti (AU) concluded the recent trading session at $81.62, signifying a +2.87% move from its prior day's close.
AngloGold Ashanti Plc(AU)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
AU•NYSE
$82.01
15.8× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutAngloGold Ashanti Plc operates as a gold mining company in Africa, the Americas, and Australia. Its flagship property is a 100% owned Geita project located in the Lake Victoria goldfields of the Mwanza region in north-western Tanzania. The company also explores for silver and sulphuric acid. AngloGold Ashanti Limited was incorporated in 1944 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.Show more
- Revenue$9.89B+70.8%
- EBITDA$5.48B+137.8%
- Net Income$2.64B+162.5%
- EPS (Diluted)5.19+122.7%
- Gross Margin46.54%+30.4%
- EBITDA Margin55.4%+39.2%
- Operating Margin45.14%+68.4%
- Net Margin26.65%+53.7%
- ROE28.61%+74.6%
AU Price & Volume
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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AngloGold Ashanti Scales Production Amid Margin Expansion
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictPositive
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Strong
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Robust
Primary Risk:Geopolitical jurisdictional exposure
Key Thesis Takeaways
- AngloGold Ashanti has successfully transitioned into a highly cash-generative industrial operator, evidenced by a 64.8% year-over-year revenue growth in 2026Q1 and a significant improvement in gross margins to 58.2%.
- The company's strategic focus on operational optimization and disciplined capital allocation has bolstered its balance sheet, reducing the debt-to-equity ratio to 0.22.
- While the firm's current growth trajectory appears robust, investors should monitor geopolitical jurisdictional risks inherent in its global mining footprint and the sustainability of high gold price realizations.
Verdict Logic
the company's forward P/E of 8.15 and strong 39.8% FCF margin suggest an attractive valuation relative to its current operational scaling and cash-generative capacity.
AU Growth Metrics
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years9.44%
5 Years16.58%
3 Years30.02%
TTM75.15%
Profit CAGR
10 Years55.94%
5 Years21.17%
3 Years124.49%
TTM190.95%
EPS CAGR
10 Years52.62%
5 Years17.27%
3 Years111.32%
TTM143.77%
Return on Capital
10 Years14.24%
5 Years16.19%
3 Years20.09%
Last Year35.48%
AU Recent Earnings
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 3/12 qtrs (25%)●Beat Revenue 2/12 qtrs (18%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 8, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.52+11.0%
$2.27
Rev
$3.2B-3.2%
$3.3B
Q1 2026
Feb 20, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.90-4.0%
$1.98
Rev
$3.0B-0.7%
$3.0B
Q4 2025
Nov 11, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.32-1.5%
$1.34
Rev
$2.4B-15.0%
$2.8B
Q3 2025
Aug 1, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.25-4.6%
$1.31
Rev
$2.4B+1.2%
$2.4B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 8, 2026 | $2.52vs $2.27+11.0% | $3.2Bvs $3.3B-3.2% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 20, 2026 | $1.90vs $1.98-4.0% | $3.0Bvs $3.0B-0.7% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 11, 2025 | $1.32vs $1.34-1.5% | $2.4Bvs $2.8B-15.0% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 1, 2025 | $1.25vs $1.31-4.6% | $2.4Bvs $2.4B+1.2% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest AU News
Recent stock market news and headlines for AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU)
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 24, 2026
AngloGold Ashanti (AU) Declines More Than Market: Some Information for InvestorsAngloGold Ashanti (AU) closed at $78.59 in the latest trading session, marking a -6.21% move from the prior day.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 19, 2026
Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About AngloGold Ashanti (AU): Should You Buy?Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?
GuruFocus·Jun 17, 2026
Anglogold Ashanti PLC (AU) Shares Fall 3.2% -- What GF Score of 74 Tells InvestorsOn June 17, 2026, Anglogold Ashanti PLC (AU) shares fell 3.2% today, bringing the current price to $90.92. This price is significantly impacted by its recent vo
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 16, 2026
Why the Market Dipped But AngloGold Ashanti (AU) Gained TodayAngloGold Ashanti (AU) concluded the recent trading session at $93.93, signifying a +1.78% move from its prior day's close.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $82.01 | $41.42B | 15.80 | 70.78% | 26.65% | 28.61% | 4.49% | |
| $95.06 | $105.33B | 14.83 | 19.08% | 30.54% | 15.58% | — | |
| $150.33 | $75.17B | 16.97 | 43.71% | 39.46% | 22.02% | — | |
| $23.87 | $28.59B | 12.00 | 39.34% | 36.04% | 33.95% | — | |
| $33.58 | $30.05B | 8.52 | 68.77% | 34.5% | 76.87% | — | |
| $32.02 | $6.44B | 12.76 | 39.93% | 28.71% | 13.69% | — |
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AU Frequently Asked Questions
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is AngloGold Ashanti Plc's revenue?
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) reported $11.17B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1286% increase from $805.4M in 1997.
How fast is AngloGold Ashanti Plc growing?
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) grew revenue by 70.8% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Is AU profitable?
Yes, AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) is profitable, generating $3.47B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (26.6% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does AU pay dividends?
Yes, AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.49%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is AU's return on equity?
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) has a return on equity (ROE) of 28.6%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
What is AngloGold Ashanti Plc's free cash flow?
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) generated $4.00B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.