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title: "DRDGOLD (NYSE:DRD) Valuation Spotlight: Assessing Fair Value as Gold Production Targets and Dividends Drive Interest"
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description: "DRDGOLD (NYSE:DRD) aims to produce 200,000 ounces of gold annually by 2029 and has maintained an 18-year dividend streak. The stock has surged nearly 190% year-to-date, with a P/E ratio of 17.4x, below industry averages, suggesting it may be undervalued. A discounted cash flow analysis estimates a fair value of $48.06, indicating a 45.6% discount at its current price of $26.14. However, potential risks include fluctuations in gold prices and operational challenges. Investors are encouraged to explore further insights and opportunities in the market."
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# DRDGOLD (NYSE:DRD) Valuation Spotlight: Assessing Fair Value as Gold Production Targets and Dividends Drive Interest

DRDGOLD (NYSE:DRD) has caught investor attention as it pursues a goal of producing 200,000 ounces of gold annually from tailings by 2029. The company maintains an impressive 18-year dividend streak and follows a debt-free expansion strategy.

See our latest analysis for DRDGOLD.

DRDGOLD’s share price momentum has been remarkable this year, climbing almost 190% year-to-date and surging 71% over the past 90 days. The company’s operational goals and commitment to consistent dividends are taking center stage. Executive changes have made headlines, but most investors seem more focused on the strong performance in retreatment operations and the long-term outlook. A 139% total shareholder return over the last twelve months underscores the optimism.

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With such rapid gains and ambitious targets, is DRDGOLD truly trading at a discount, or has the recent rally already priced in its future growth story? This leaves investors to wonder if there is still a buying opportunity.

## Price-to-Earnings of 17.4x: Is it justified?

DRDGOLD’s latest closing price of $26.14 represents a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.4x, making it look attractively valued relative to both peers and its industry.

The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company’s earnings. For a gold producer like DRDGOLD, this is a common yardstick to compare profitability and growth expectations within the mining sector.

With a P/E ratio of 17.4x, DRDGOLD is trading noticeably below the Metals and Mining industry average of 21.6x and the peer average of 20.3x. This means the market is assigning a lower price tag to DRDGOLD relative to its current profit, possibly underestimating the company’s robust recent earnings growth and strong operational performance. If sentiment shifts, valuations could move closer to the industry norm.

See what the numbers say about this price — find out in our valuation breakdown.

**Result: Price-to-Earnings of 17.4x (UNDERVALUED)**

However, any slowdown in gold prices or operational setbacks could quickly reverse recent share gains and challenge the undervaluation thesis surrounding DRDGOLD.

Find out about the key risks to this DRDGOLD narrative.

## Another View: Discounted Cash Flow Perspective

While DRDGOLD appears undervalued using its current price-to-earnings figure, our DCF model presents an even more optimistic picture. At $26.14, the stock trades around 45.6% below our fair value estimate of $48.06 based on future cash flows. Is this discount a lasting opportunity or a mirage?

Look into how the SWS DCF model arrives at its fair value.

DRD Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2025

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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._

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