JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Anglogold Ashanti, Lowers Price Target to $32
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 03 2024
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Current: 109.120
Low
92.00
Averages
116.20
High
131.00
Current: 109.120
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.
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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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- Bond Tender Results: As of April 13, 2026, valid tenders for the 3.375% notes due 2028 reached $558,561,000, representing 74.47% of the outstanding notes, reflecting strong market demand for these securities.
- Priority Level Management: The purchase cap for the 6.500% notes due 2040 is set at $50 million, demonstrating the company's cautious approach to debt management and ensuring liquidity amidst market fluctuations.
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- Settlement Timeline: The early settlement is expected on April 16, 2026, with the offers expiring on April 28, 2026, showcasing the company's flexibility in debt management and responsiveness to market conditions.
See More
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- Tender Acceptance Status: As of April 13, 2026, validly tendered amounts include $558.561 million for the 2028 notes and $446.457 million for the 2030 notes, reflecting a positive market response to the offers.
- Future Outlook: The offers are set to expire on April 28, 2026, and if successfully completed, will enhance the company's financial management capabilities, supporting its long-term strategic objectives.
See More
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- Fed Policy Expectations: Although the market discounts only a 1% chance of a 25 bp rate hike at the upcoming April 28-29 FOMC meeting, the minutes from the March FOMC indicated heightened concerns among participants regarding upside risks to inflation and downside risks to employment, suggesting a more cautious approach to future monetary policy.
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- US Treasury Yields Decline: The 10-year US Treasury yield fell to 4.228%, a 3-week low, as concerns over inflation eased, indicating increased demand for safe-haven assets, while also supporting the upcoming $39 billion auction of 10-year notes.
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