AU Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AU - AngloGold Ashanti plc
$83.79
-2.44 (-2.83%)
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5d:
-9.21%
30d:
-8.78%
90d:
-2.11%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 07, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: AU shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: AU shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$160.33
Based on 7.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$99.55
15.8% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 10.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AU is currently trading at $83.79, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $85.34 to $94.70. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.0) compared to its historical average (10.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 185.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AU is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $77.13, while resistance sits at $97.19.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $121.29 (+44.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AU is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $77.13, while resistance sits at $97.19.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $121.29 (+44.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$85.34 -
$94.70
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 44.7% below Wall St target ($121.29)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -9.2% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$85.34 -
$94.70
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$77.13
Resistance Level
$97.19
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.02
Wall Street Target
$121.29
(+44.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
64.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
185.2%
Profit Margin
31.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.0 vs 10.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$76.25
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$69.39
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$63.14
(-25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→11)
$83.50
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 11.4%)
$314.87
(+276%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.0, Growth: 11.4%)
$115.87
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.8, Growth: 11.4%)
$98.49
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.66 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.81
Bull Case
$145.61
(+74%)
Analyst growth 53.5%, PE expands to 13.9
Base Case
$132.37
(+58%)
Market implied 53.5%, PE stable at 12.7
Bear Case
$58.64
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.0 to 10.6
Stabilization Target:
$110.81
(+32.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.2%
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Last updated: June 23, 2026 8:35 PM ET
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