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    AngloGold Ashanti (NYSE:AU) Valuation Check As Social Media Interest In Volatile Gold Hedge Builds

    Simply Wall St·01/07/2026 12:28:14
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    Recent social media interest in AngloGold Ashanti (NYSE:AU) centers on its reputation as a gold miner whose share price often moves more sharply than bullion. This has drawn attention from investors focused on inflation and market volatility.

    See our latest analysis for AngloGold Ashanti.

    That social media buzz comes at a time when AngloGold Ashanti’s share price has been strong, with a 1-day share price return of 5.87%, a 30-day share price return of 13.60%, and a 90-day share price return of 20.87%. The 1-year total shareholder return is very large at over 3x, which indicates that recent momentum has been building rather than fading.

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    With AngloGold Ashanti trading at $93.66 against an analyst price target of $98 and an indicated 36% intrinsic discount, the key question is whether you are looking at a genuine value gap or a market that is already pricing in future growth.

    Most Popular Narrative Narrative: 4.4% Undervalued

    Compared to AngloGold Ashanti’s last close of $93.66, the most widely followed narrative points to a fair value of $98, suggesting a modest valuation gap built on detailed earnings and margin assumptions.

    Organic production growth from brownfield projects (Obuasi ramp-up, Cuiabá, Siguiri, Geita, and upcoming Nevada developments) is expected to increase output volumes and extend mine life, which would in turn support higher revenue and earnings over the next decade.

    Read the complete narrative.

    Curious what kind of revenue path and margin profile can support that fair value? The narrative focuses on rising output, stronger profitability and a lower future earnings multiple than the wider sector. The details behind those projections might challenge your own assumptions.

    Result: Fair Value of $98 (UNDERVALUED)

    Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.

    However, this hinges on project execution and cost discipline. Rising cash costs, regulatory delays in places like Nevada and shifts in host country royalties are all capable of upsetting the story.

    Find out about the key risks to this AngloGold Ashanti narrative.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.