Anglo American PLC (AAL) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Anglo American PLC (AAL) has net assets worth GBX24.13 Billion GBX (≈ $2.94 Million USD) as of December 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX56.01 Billion ≈ $6.82 Million USD) and total liabilities (GBX31.89 Billion ≈ $3.88 Million USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check Anglo American PLC liquid asset ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX24.13 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 43.07% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 1.15% |
| 5-Year Change | -30.61% |
| 10-Year Change | -0.82% |
| Growth Volatility | 16.35 |
Anglo American PLC - Net Assets Trend (1998–2025)
This chart illustrates how Anglo American PLC's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore AAL total assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Anglo American PLC (1998–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Anglo American PLC from 1998 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see AAL market cap.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | GBX24.13 Billion ≈ $2.94 Million |
-15.45% |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX28.53 Billion ≈ $3.47 Million |
-9.75% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX31.62 Billion ≈ $3.85 Million |
-7.07% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX34.02 Billion ≈ $4.14 Million |
-2.15% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX34.77 Billion ≈ $4.23 Million |
+6.12% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX32.77 Billion ≈ $3.99 Million |
+4.40% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX31.39 Billion ≈ $3.82 Million |
+5.21% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX29.83 Billion ≈ $3.63 Million |
+3.29% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX28.88 Billion ≈ $3.51 Million |
+18.73% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX24.32 Billion ≈ $2.96 Million |
+13.98% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX21.34 Billion ≈ $2.60 Million |
-33.67% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX32.18 Billion ≈ $3.92 Million |
-13.88% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX37.36 Billion ≈ $4.55 Million |
-14.67% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX43.79 Billion ≈ $5.33 Million |
+1.38% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX43.19 Billion ≈ $5.25 Million |
+13.74% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX37.97 Billion ≈ $4.62 Million |
+35.28% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX28.07 Billion ≈ $3.42 Million |
+29.02% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX21.76 Billion ≈ $2.65 Million |
-10.58% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX24.33 Billion ≈ $2.96 Million |
-10.31% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX27.13 Billion ≈ $3.30 Million |
-1.64% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX27.58 Billion ≈ $3.36 Million |
-0.49% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX27.71 Billion ≈ $3.37 Million |
+19.62% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX23.17 Billion ≈ $2.82 Million |
+24.73% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX18.57 Billion ≈ $2.26 Million |
+28.43% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX14.46 Billion ≈ $1.76 Million |
-20.49% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX18.19 Billion ≈ $2.21 Million |
-4.89% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX19.12 Billion ≈ $2.33 Million |
+7.93% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX17.72 Billion ≈ $2.16 Million |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Anglo American PLC's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 171.9% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX28.22 Billion | 156.95% |
| Common Stock | GBX734.27 Million | 4.08% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-7.50 Billion | -41.71% |
| Total Equity | GBX17.98 Billion | 100.00% |
Anglo American PLC Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Anglo American PLC ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Dolphin Drilling AS
OL:DDRIL
|
$468.17 Million |
|
Murapol S.A.
WAR:MUR
|
$468.24 Million |
|
Focus Minerals Ltd
AU:FML
|
$468.37 Million |
|
Datamatics Global Services Limited
NSE:DATAMATICS
|
$468.42 Million |
|
ChongQing Zhengchuan Pharmaceutical Packaging Co Ltd
SHG:603976
|
$467.96 Million |
|
Sayona Mining Limited American Depository Shares
NASDAQ:ELVR
|
$467.91 Million |
|
VersaBank
NASDAQ:VBNK
|
$467.89 Million |
|
Village Super Market Inc
NASDAQ:VLGEA
|
$467.69 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Anglo American PLC's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 20,760,000,000 to 17,981,548,000, a change of -2,778,452,000 (-13.4%).
- Net loss of 4,219,712,000 reduced equity.
- Dividend payments of 351,217,223 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 104,139,989 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 5,587,268,000.
- Other factors decreased equity by 3,690,650,788.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX-4.22 Billion | -23.47% |
| Dividends Paid | GBX351.22 Million | -1.95% |
| Share Repurchases | GBX104.14 Million | -0.58% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX5.59 Billion | +31.07% |
| Other Changes | GBX-3.69 Billion | -20.52% |
| Total Change | GBX- | -13.38% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Anglo American PLC's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 225.80x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 330.71x to 225.80x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-12-31 | GBX10.86 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX11.69 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX10.76 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX9.48 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX12.58 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX14.70 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX16.94 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX17.16 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX17.73 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX16.93 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX15.25 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX19.69 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX25.82 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX29.47 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX28.39 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX24.72 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX20.57 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX12.85 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX14.63 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX17.77 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX18.21 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX19.31 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX20.61 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX22.24 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX22.32 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX20.54 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX17.13 | GBX3590.00 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | GBX15.90 | GBX3590.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Anglo American PLC utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): -23.47%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: -22.30%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.34x
- • Equity Multiplier: 3.12x
- Recent ROE (-23.47%) is below the historical average (9.03%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 8.34% | 10.78% | 0.45x | 1.74x | GBX-249.59 Million |
| 1999 | 9.60% | 13.40% | 0.44x | 1.64x | GBX-65.40 Million |
| 2000 | 12.59% | 13.20% | 0.48x | 1.97x | GBX402.60 Million |
| 2001 | 24.00% | 20.86% | 0.58x | 1.99x | GBX1.80 Billion |
| 2002 | 12.85% | 27958.14% | 0.00x | 2.07x | GBX464.10 Million |
| 2003 | 8.05% | 20.94% | 0.18x | 2.18x | GBX-385.20 Million |
| 2004 | 15.14% | 13.33% | 0.49x | 2.31x | GBX1.19 Billion |
| 2005 | 14.91% | 47.70% | 0.14x | 2.20x | GBX1.16 Billion |
| 2006 | 25.49% | 24.75% | 0.54x | 1.92x | GBX3.76 Billion |
| 2007 | 32.52% | 28.68% | 0.57x | 1.99x | GBX5.06 Billion |
| 2008 | 25.79% | 19.82% | 0.53x | 2.46x | GBX3.19 Billion |
| 2009 | 9.28% | 11.63% | 0.37x | 2.16x | GBX-187.10 Million |
| 2010 | 19.11% | 23.40% | 0.42x | 1.95x | GBX3.12 Billion |
| 2011 | 15.78% | 20.17% | 0.42x | 1.85x | GBX2.26 Billion |
| 2012 | -3.90% | -5.13% | 0.36x | 2.11x | GBX-5.24 Billion |
| 2013 | -3.03% | -3.28% | 0.41x | 2.25x | GBX-4.13 Billion |
| 2014 | -9.51% | -9.28% | 0.41x | 2.50x | GBX-5.15 Billion |
| 2015 | -33.94% | -27.49% | 0.39x | 3.14x | GBX-7.28 Billion |
| 2016 | 8.38% | 7.46% | 0.43x | 2.64x | GBX-307.60 Million |
| 2017 | 13.78% | 12.06% | 0.48x | 2.38x | GBX868.80 Million |
| 2018 | 15.04% | 12.85% | 0.53x | 2.21x | GBX1.19 Billion |
| 2019 | 14.31% | 11.87% | 0.53x | 2.26x | GBX1.07 Billion |
| 2020 | 8.09% | 8.21% | 0.41x | 2.42x | GBX-493.40 Million |
| 2021 | 30.77% | 20.60% | 0.63x | 2.37x | GBX5.78 Billion |
| 2022 | 16.50% | 12.85% | 0.52x | 2.46x | GBX1.78 Billion |
| 2023 | 1.13% | 0.92% | 0.46x | 2.66x | GBX-2.22 Billion |
| 2024 | -14.78% | -11.24% | 0.42x | 3.12x | GBX-5.14 Billion |
| 2025 | -23.47% | -22.30% | 0.34x | 3.12x | GBX-6.02 Billion |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Anglo American PLC's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Other Industrial Metals & Mining industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Other Industrial Metals & Mining
- Average net assets among peers: $34,448,775
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -73.29%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglo American PLC (AAL) | GBX24.13 Billion | 8.34% | 1.32x | $468.03 Million |
| First Tin PLC (1SN) | $95.94 Million | -1.11% | 0.29x | $824.12K |
| ACG Acquisition Co. Ltd. (ACG) | $58.31 Million | -22.45% | 2.63x | $4.54 Million |
| Adriatic Metals (ADT1) | $108.42 Million | -27.77% | 1.71x | $13.45 Million |
| Alba Mineral Resources (ALBA) | $198.00K | -515.66% | 2.14x | $52.57K |
| Arc Minerals Limited (ARCM) | $1.77 Million | -28.44% | 0.07x | $68.72K |
| AfriTin Mining Ltd (ATM) | $27.46 Million | -2.97% | 0.35x | $1.02 Million |
| Anglesey Mining (AYM) | $12.02K | -2.31% | 0.30x | $35.88K |
| Beowulf Mining (BEM) | $946.00K | -36.05% | 0.01x | $41.48K |
| Bradda Head Holdings Ltd (BHL) | $16.98 Million | -22.89% | 0.07x | $80.79K |
About Anglo American PLC
Anglo American plc, a mining company, produces copper, iron ore, and crop nutrients in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company operates through the Premium Iron Ore and the Copper segments. It also explores for nickel, diamonds, steelmaking coal, and manganese ore. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.