Analyst Ratings and Investment Opportunities
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Mar 16 2026
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Should l Buy AU?
Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Investor Sentiment Analysis: Although AU ranks low among analysts, this does not necessarily imply poor stock performance; rather, it may indicate significant upside potential, attracting bullish investors' interest.
- Industry Comparison: Within the precious metals sector, AU's performance contrasts with Newmont Corp (NEM) and Barrick Mining Corp (B), which are up approximately 0.1% and 0.9%, respectively, highlighting market preference disparities among companies.
- Current Trading Dynamics: As of midday Monday, AU is trading up about 0.3%, reflecting short-term bullish sentiment in the market despite its overall low analyst ratings.
- Diversity of Market Perspectives: While analyst opinions can influence investment decisions, investors should also consider market diversity and potential contrarian opportunities to identify value within the precious metals sector.
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Analyst Views on AU
Wall Street analysts forecast AU stock price to rise
5 Analyst Rating
5 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 85.810
Low
92.00
Averages
116.20
High
131.00
Current: 85.810
Low
92.00
Averages
116.20
High
131.00
About AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc is a global gold mining company with a diverse portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities in 10 countries, across four continents. The Company’s diverse portfolio includes approximately 11 operations in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Egypt, Ghana, Guinea and Tanzania. The Company’s portfolio includes Africa, the Americas, and Australia. Its Africa portfolio includes Kibali- managed by Barrick Gold Corporation, Egypt (Sukari), Ghana (Iduapriem and Obuasi), Guinea (Siguiri) and Tanzania (Geita). The Americas hosts three of its operations, one in Argentina and two in Brazil, as well as two greenfield projects in Colombia and a significant new greenfield development in Nevada in the United States. Australia hosts two of its operations, which include Sunrise Dam and Tropicana, both in the north-eastern goldfields in the state of Western Australia.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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