BMO Capital analyst Rene Cartier maintained a Hold rating on Altius Minerals yesterday and set a price target of C$31.00.
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Rene Cartier has given his Hold rating due to a combination of factors surrounding Altius Minerals’ recent financial maneuvers and market positioning. The sale of a significant portion of Altius’ NSR royalty over the Silicon project to Franco Nevada has provided the company with substantial financial flexibility. This transaction is viewed positively as it allows Altius to potentially engage in external mergers and acquisitions, reduce debt, repurchase shares, or increase dividends.
Despite these positive aspects, Altius is currently trading above its historical average multiple trading ranges and at a premium compared to its peers. This suggests that the stock may already be fairly valued, limiting the potential for significant upside in the near term. Therefore, while the company has a strong diversified portfolio and growth prospects, the current valuation levels justify a Hold rating.
ALS’s price has also changed slightly for the past six months – from C$28.600 to C$29.090, which is a 1.71% increase.