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Vital Metals Ltd (AU:VML)
ASX:VML
VML Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.19
AU$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.19
AU$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range<AU$0.01 - AU$0.41
Previous CloseN/A
Volume27.10K
Average Volume (3M)575.46K
Market Cap
AU$40.24M
Enterprise ValueAU$21.59M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$328.69K
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.78M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.48
Next EarningsN/A
EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.00
Shares Outstanding236,679,640
10 Day Avg. Volume1,264,832
30 Day Avg. Volume575,458
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio<0.01
Price to Book (P/B)0.21
Price to Sales (P/S)13.80
P/FCF Ratio-10.23
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strategic Rare-Earth FocusVML’s focus on NdPr and advancement of the Nechalacho project, plus stated downstream processing arrangements, places it structurally inside critical rare-earth supply chains. This long-term exposure aligns with secular demand for magnet metals driven by electrification and supply‑chain diversification.
Low Financial LeverageA very low debt-to-equity ratio (0.03) means limited financial leverage and lower fixed interest burdens. For a capital‑intensive developer this durable balance-sheet characteristic improves flexibility, preserves borrowing capacity for project stages, and cushions timing mismatches in funding.
Improving Free Cash Flow TrendReported free cash flow growth of 540% (from a negative base) and FCF roughly aligning with net income indicate an improving cash conversion trajectory. If sustained, this reduces reliance on external capital and supports project funding, though the improvement remains early and volatile.
Bears Say
Severe Revenue & Margin DeclineA ~78% decline in revenue coupled with deeply negative gross and net margins shows operations are currently loss-making and inefficient. Persistently weak margins undermine the company’s ability to self‑fund development, increase the likelihood of dilutive capital raises, and threaten long‑term project viability.
Negative Operating Cash FlowOperating cash flow is negative relative to reported earnings and overall cash flows remain negative despite percentage FCF gains. Persistent negative operating cash flow means core activities do not generate sustainable cash, increasing dependence on external financing and heightening execution risk.
Project-Stage Funding & Execution RiskThe company is pre-cash-flow and intends revenues from future rare‑earth production, with explicit mention of potential equity raisings and no disclosed offtake or material partnerships. As a small, project-stage operator, this creates elevated execution and financing risk until commercial production and stable customers are established.
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VML FAQ
What was Vital Metals Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Vital Metals Ltd lowest share price was <AU$0.01 and its highest was AU$0.41 in the past 12 months.
What is Vital Metals Ltd’s market cap?
Vital Metals Ltd’s market cap is AU$40.24M.
When is Vital Metals Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were Vital Metals Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Vital Metals Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Vital Metals Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Vital Metals Ltd pay dividends?
Vital Metals Ltd does not currently pay dividends.
What is Vital Metals Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Vital Metals Ltd’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Vital Metals Ltd have?
Vital Metals Ltd has 236,679,640 shares outstanding.
What happened to Vital Metals Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Vital Metals Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:VML
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Vital Metals Ltd Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:VML Sentiment 71%
Sector Average ―
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Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$2.0M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-5.81%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-1.84%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Vital Metals Ltd
Vital Metals Limited develops and explores for rare earths projects in Burkina Faso, Tanzania, Germany, and Canada. It holds a 100% interest in the Nechalacho Rare Earths Project located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. The company also owns interests in the Wigu Hill project located in Tanzania; Nahouri Gold Project located in Burkina Faso; and Aue Cobalt Project located in Germany. Vital Metals Limited was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia.
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