Iluka Resources Limited (AU:ILU)
ASX:ILU
Want to see AU:ILU full AI Analyst Report?
ILU Stock Chart & Stats
AU$7.69
-AU$0.05(-0.96%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$7.69
-AU$0.05(-0.96%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$3.41 - AU$9.48
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.35M
Average Volume (3M)3.47M
Market Cap
AU$3.05B
Enterprise ValueAU$4.52B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$45.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.16B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.99
Next Earnings
Aug 25, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.25Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.04%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.67
Shares Outstanding431,195,000
10 Day Avg. Volume4,199,919
30 Day Avg. Volume3,471,630
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.04
Price to Book (P/B)1.20
Price to Sales (P/S)2.45
P/FCF Ratio-2.77
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$7.80Price Target Upside1.43% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.28
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$808.37M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Eneabba Project ProgressNear-complete engineering and majority of capex committed materially de-risks delivery timing for Iluka's rare-earth refinery. A mid-2027 commissioning window creates a multi-year production pathway outside China, strengthening strategic positioning and long-term revenue diversification once commissioned.
Balranald Ramp-upA successful Balranald ramp provides incremental finished-product volumes and operational upside in 2026. Delivering on this asset reduces reliance on legacy supply, supports unit-cost improvements as operations scale, and helps convert project capital into near-term cash generation capability.
Liquidity And FX HedgingA moderate net-debt position with substantial undrawn facilities and material USD collars provides balance-sheet flexibility during project execution. FX hedges reduce revenue volatility from currency swings, preserving cash flow predictability while projects commission and inventories are monetized.
Bears Say
Weak Cash Generation (2025)A material reversal to negative operating and free cash flow raises funding and capital-allocation risk. Sustained cash burn forces reliance on facilities or funding, limits ability to self-fund projects or return capital, and elevates execution risk if demand or project timings slip.
Eneabba Offtake UncertaintyAbsence of signed offtake agreements creates contingent funding and revenue risk for Eneabba. The government loan condition increases stakeholder scrutiny and means project cashflows and financing remain sensitive to negotiations, prolonging structural execution and commercialization risk.
Market Demand Uncertainty For Zircon/TiO2Iluka's earnings depend on cyclical end markets (ceramics, pigments, housing). Prolonged weak demand for zircon and TiO2 feedstocks can depress prices and volumes, delaying inventory drawdown and extending cash-flow pressure, making near-term recovery and margin recovery uncertain.
Iluka Resources Limited News
ILU FAQ
What was Iluka Resources Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Iluka Resources Limited lowest share price was AU$3.41 and its highest was AU$9.48 in the past 12 months.
What is Iluka Resources Limited’s market cap?
Iluka Resources Limited’s market cap is AU$3.05B.
When is Iluka Resources Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Iluka Resources Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 25, 2026 which is in 74 days.
How were Iluka Resources Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Iluka Resources Limited released its earnings results on Feb 17, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.03 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -AU$0.173 by AU$0.143.
Is Iluka Resources Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Iluka Resources Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Iluka Resources Limited pay dividends?
Iluka Resources Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.03 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.04%. See more information on Iluka Resources Limited dividends here
What is Iluka Resources Limited’s EPS estimate?
Iluka Resources Limited’s EPS estimate is -0.25.
How many shares outstanding does Iluka Resources Limited have?
Iluka Resources Limited has 431,195,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Iluka Resources Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Iluka Resources Limited reported an EPS of -AU$0.03 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -AU$0.173. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.1%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Iluka Resources Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:ILU
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Iluka Resources Limited Stock Smart Score
Outperform
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$7.80 (1.43% Upside)
AU$7.80 (1.43% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:ILU Sentiment 67%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
28.38%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-12.75%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
16.16%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Iluka Resources Limited
Headquartered in Perth, Australia, and established in 1954, Iluka Resources Limited is deeply involved in all facets of the mineral sands industry. This encompasses the exploration, development, extraction, processing, marketing, and subsequent rehabilitation of mining sites. The company's operations span several key regions, including Jacinth-Ambrosia/Mid West, Cataby/South West, Sierra Rutile, and the United States/Murray Basin segments. Its core product portfolio features zircon, titanium dioxide minerals like rutile and synthetic rutile, and ilmenite, alongside activated carbon and iron concentrate. Beyond its primary offerings, Iluka also actively explores for rare earth elements such as monazite and xenotime. These diverse products are crucial components in a wide array of applications across technology, construction, medicine, lifestyle goods, and industrial sectors. With a global footprint, Iluka maintains operations across Australia, China, the broader Asian continent, Europe, the Americas, and other international markets. The company, which was originally incorporated as Westralian Sands Limited, rebranded to Iluka Resources Limited in May 1999.
ILU Company Deck
ILU Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed measurable operational and financial progress: Balranald is ramping on schedule, Eneabba shows strong engineering and committed spend with commissioning in mid‑2027, a significant near‑term reduction in cash deployment was announced, liquidity/hedging positions are solid, and inventory/contracted sales provide flexibility. Key risks include market timing for zircon/TiO2 recovery, lack of signed rare‑earth offtakes (funding dependency), elevated finished goods inventory that must be drawn down, and the usual execution/commissioning risks for a major refinery project. Overall, the positives (project progress, reduced cash deployment, liquidity and hedging, inventory cushion) outweigh the outstanding risks, but successful execution and offtake finalization remain important near‑term value drivers.View all AU:ILU earnings summariesILU Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$7.80
▲(1.43% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
---