Rating Change
Goldman Sachs analysts initiated coverage on AngloGold Ashanti Plc (NYSE:AU) with a rating of Buy on October 15, 2026.
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Goldman Sachs Initiates Coverage on AngloGold Ashanti Plc (AU) with Buy
Goldman Sachs analysts initiated coverage on AngloGold Ashanti Plc (NYSE:AU) with a rating of Buy on October 15, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
AngloGold Ashanti Plc (NYSE:AU) · new coverage
- Firm
- Goldman Sachs
- Rating
- Buy
- Price at event
- $91.57
- Market capitalization
- $43.1B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Goldman Sachs initiated Buy coverage on AngloGold Ashanti (AU) on October 15, 2026, as the stock trades at $91.57 with a $43.1B market cap.
Market Context
AngloGold Ashanti Plc operates in the Basic Materials sector. The stock currently trades at $91.57 with a market capitalization of $43.1B. The stock has gained 19.1% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Goldman Sachs provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for AngloGold Ashanti Plc.
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Recent Analyst Activity for AngloGold Ashanti Plc
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 9 Buy, 1 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Buy | N/A |
| Sep 16, 2026 | RBC Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Sep 15, 2026 | JP Morgan | Overweight | N/A |
| Sep 10, 2026 | BMO Capital | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jul 16, 2026 | JP Morgan | Overweight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Buy rating mean for AU?
A rating of Buy from Goldman Sachs reflects the analyst's outlook on AngloGold Ashanti Plc (NYSE:AU). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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