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Neutral 45 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:45Neutral
Price Target:
AU$0.01
▲(20.00% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:02/25/26
The score is primarily held down by weak financial performance (no revenue, ongoing losses, and persistent cash burn despite some recent improvement) and limited valuation support due to negative earnings and no dividend yield data. Technical signals are largely neutral with only mild near-term support from trading above the 20-day average.
Positive Factors
Modest leverage and positive equity
Debt-to-equity near 0.19 and positive equity give the company durable financial flexibility to fund near-term operations or raise capital on more favorable terms. This conserves strategic optionality and reduces insolvency risk while the business pursues a path to revenue generation.
Improving cash burn trajectory
Material reduction in operating and free cash outflows shows the company is cutting burn and extending runway. Sustained improvement in cash conversion reduces dependence on frequent financing and increases the likelihood management can reach self-sustaining operations over the medium term.
Narrowing losses with positive EBITDA in 2025
Significant year-over-year loss reduction and a move to positive EBITDA indicate improving operational efficiency and cost control. If sustained and combined with revenue initiation, this underlying margin improvement supports a credible path to profitability over several quarters.
Negative Factors
No revenue across reported periods
Zero reported revenue is a structural weakness: it leaves the business model unproven and precludes organic funding from customers. Without revenue, long-term viability depends entirely on financing and execution risk increases materially across the 2–6 month horizon.
Persistently negative operating and free cash flow
Consistent negative OCF and FCF mean the company cannot self-fund operations and must rely on external capital. Even with recent improvement, continued cash burn weakens resilience to shocks and raises execution risk absent clear revenue generation.
Declining equity and dilution risk
A multi-year drop in equity and negative ROE signal recurring losses funded by capital raises or asset drawdown. This increases likelihood of future dilution, undermines shareholder value, and can constrain strategic choices if additional financing becomes costly or unavailable.

Fin Resources Limited (FIN) vs. iShares MSCI Australia ETF (EWA)

Fin Resources Limited Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionFin Resources Limited engages in the exploration and development of mineral properties in Western Australia. The company explore for gold, base metals, graphite, nickel, copper, and cobalt deposits. It holds 80% interests in the Sol Mar project comprising five exploration licenses covering an area of approximately 425 square kilometers; and the McKenzie Springs project that covers an area of approximately 82 square kilometers. The company was formerly known as Orca Energy Limited and changed its name to Fin Resources Limited in April 2018. Fin Resources Limited was incorporated in 1985 and is based in West Perth, Australia.
How the Company Makes MoneyFin Resources Limited makes money through the exploration and development of mineral projects, which may lead to the sale of mineral resources or interests in mining projects. The company generates revenue by selling its extracted minerals, primarily focusing on lithium and nickel, to industrial clients involved in manufacturing batteries and other energy storage solutions. Additionally, the company may form joint ventures or strategic partnerships with other mining firms, allowing it to share exploration and production costs while benefiting from a share of the revenue generated from resource sales. As projects progress, Fin Resources may also earn income through the sale of stakes in its projects to larger mining companies or investors seeking exposure to the resource sector.

Fin Resources Limited Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Income statement and cash flow quality are weak: no revenue across periods, ongoing net losses, and consistently negative operating/free cash flow. Recent improvements in net loss and cash burn help, and leverage is modest, but equity has fallen materially over multiple years, increasing dilution/financing risk.
Income Statement
18
Very Negative
The company reports no revenue across all provided annual periods, and it remains consistently loss-making. Losses have narrowed materially in the most recent year (net loss improved to about -0.6M in 2025 from -3.6M in 2024), but profitability is still negative and earnings quality is volatile (e.g., 2025 shows positive EBITDA while EBIT remains negative), which limits confidence in underlying operating momentum.
Balance Sheet
55
Neutral
Leverage is currently modest (debt-to-equity ~0.19 in 2025), and equity remains positive, which provides some balance-sheet flexibility. However, equity has declined meaningfully versus earlier years (roughly 7.2M in 2022 to ~2.4M in 2025) and returns on equity are persistently negative, signaling ongoing value dilution risk if losses continue.
Cash Flow
22
Negative
Cash generation is weak, with operating cash flow and free cash flow negative in every year shown, indicating ongoing cash burn. Cash burn improved in 2025 (operating cash flow about -0.17M vs -0.61M in 2024; free cash flow about -0.68M vs -1.84M), but cash flows still do not support self-funding operations and suggest continued reliance on external financing.
BreakdownJun 2025Jun 2024Jun 2023Jun 2022Jun 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue0.000.000.000.000.00
Gross Profit0.000.000.000.000.00
EBITDA2.20M-866.00K-955.35K-4.11M-629.00K
Net Income-612.42K-3.61M-2.65M-5.01M-880.00K
Balance Sheet
Total Assets3.15M3.42M5.84M7.31M6.00M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments647.01K879.74K2.27M3.39M5.04M
Total Debt445.00K0.000.000.000.00
Total Liabilities776.84K738.04K110.01K67.94K352.58K
Stockholders Equity2.38M2.68M5.73M7.24M5.65M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow-677.68K-1.84M-1.64M-2.84M-917.98K
Operating Cash Flow-171.72K-608.26K-574.71K-1.15M-473.80K
Investing Cash Flow-505.96K-1.23M-1.07M-1.69M-444.19K
Financing Cash Flow445.05K448.48K517.36K1.19M2.48M

Fin Resources Limited Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
61
Neutral
$10.43B7.12-0.05%2.87%2.86%-36.73%
52
Neutral
AU$12.63M-2.73-6.61%69.66%
50
Neutral
AU$6.27M-0.91-126.15%24.09%
50
Neutral
AU$11.62M-2.78-27.31%-121.54%
46
Neutral
AU$6.43M-47.79%52.53%
45
Neutral
AU$17.48M-14.44-24.22%83.93%
38
Underperform
AU$4.73M-5.00-26.98%4.35%
* Basic Materials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
AU:FIN
Fin Resources Limited
0.01
<0.01
30.00%
AU:C7A
Aus Tin Mining Limited
AU:CZN
Corazon Mining Limited
0.18
-0.04
-16.28%
AU:C29
C29 Metals Limited
0.04
-0.01
-21.74%
AU:BOA
Boadicea Resources Ltd.
0.04
0.02
122.22%
AU:PRL
Province Resources Ltd
0.01
-0.03
-75.00%

Fin Resources Limited Corporate Events

Fin Resources Issues New Shares Under Disclosure Exemption
Feb 10, 2026

Fin Resources Limited has issued 3,076,923 fully paid ordinary shares without a prospectus, relying on provisions of the Corporations Act that allow such placements without formal disclosure. The company has confirmed it remains compliant with financial reporting and continuous disclosure obligations, and that there is no excluded information requiring disclosure, signalling that the share issue is a routine capital management step rather than a response to undisclosed developments.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Sell with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Seeks ASX Quotation for 3.1 Million New Shares
Feb 10, 2026

Fin Resources Limited has applied to the ASX for quotation of 3,076,923 new ordinary fully paid shares, with an issue date of 10 February 2026. The securities arise from the exercise or conversion of existing options or other convertible instruments, modestly expanding the company’s listed capital base and potentially providing additional funding flexibility for its resource activities.

The move formalises the admission of these new shares to trading on the ASX under the ticker FIN. While small in scale, the additional quoted securities may incrementally affect share liquidity and ownership dispersion, and reflect ongoing use of equity-based instruments in the company’s capital management strategy.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Sell with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Plans Major Share and Option Issue to Bolster Funding
Feb 9, 2026

Fin Resources Limited has outlined plans for a significant capital-raising move via a proposed issue of up to 375,000,000 new fully paid ordinary shares and 60,000,000 unlisted options. The securities are scheduled for issue on 19 February 2026 as part of a placement or similar structure, potentially providing the company with additional funding capacity and altering its capital structure, with implications for existing shareholders through dilution and for its ability to finance ongoing resource exploration activities.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Sell with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Raises A$3.75m to Launch High-Grade Gold Drilling at Cabin Lake
Feb 9, 2026

Fin Resources has raised A$3.75 million via a strongly supported placement to institutional and sophisticated investors at A$0.01 per share to fund drilling at its Cabin Lake Gold Project in Canada. The capital injection fully finances a 1,500m maiden diamond drilling program targeting shallow, high-grade gold, with drilling scheduled to start in early March 2026.

The company will deploy funds toward drill mobilisation, downhole geophysics, geological interpretation and broader exploration, as well as working capital. With multiple fully permitted walk-up targets along a largely untested 15km Bugow Iron Formation corridor and acquisition completion expected in late February, the program is positioned as a key near-term catalyst that could materially advance Cabin Lake and strengthen FIN’s exploration portfolio.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Sell with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Boosts Cabin Lake Gold Confidence With Upgraded Core Assays
Feb 4, 2026

Fin Resources has materially upgraded confidence in the Cabin Lake Gold Project’s grade and continuity after a 2025 due diligence program re-sampled historical diamond drill core and tested previously unassayed intervals, including an enhanced intercept of 31.4 metres at 15.2 g/t gold from hole CL-20-08 versus an historic 13.8 g/t. The work confirms the reliability and, in some cases, improves historic high-grade results, while new sampling of 2022 core has identified broader, more continuous gold mineralisation and potential extensions along strike and at depth, providing low-cost upside and sharpening drill targets through integrated petrophysical, magnetic and IP analysis ahead of an approximately 1,500 metre maiden drilling campaign planned to start in early March.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Sell with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Advances High-Grade Cabin Lake Gold Project Ahead of 2026 Drilling
Jan 30, 2026

Fin Resources has acquired the fully permitted, drill-ready Cabin Lake Gold Project in Canada, a high-grade, near-surface gold asset hosted within the Bugow Iron Formation of the Archean Slave Craton, a stratigraphy comparable to that of the historic Lupin Gold Mine. During the December 2025 quarter, the company completed a maiden site visit, initiated relocation and detailed review of historic drill core, refined drill targets and prospect rankings, and submitted both previously unassayed and re-assay samples to potentially consolidate mineralised zones into broader continuous ore bodies, setting up near-term catalysts and underpinning its 2026 drilling program in a Tier 1 jurisdiction with strong First Nations engagement and existing access agreements.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Set to Begin Maiden Drilling at High-Grade Cabin Lake Gold Project in Canada
Jan 30, 2026

Fin Resources will launch a 1,500-metre maiden drilling program at its high-grade Cabin Lake Gold Project in Canada’s Northwest Territories in early March, following rapid progress since announcing the acquisition. The company has appointed Aurora Geosciences to manage the winter campaign, is constructing an ice road and camp infrastructure, and will use oriented diamond core and downhole geophysics to verify historical high-grade intercepts and test new greenfields targets within the Bugow Iron Formation under JORC-compliant QA/QC protocols. Legal due diligence on the acquisition has been completed, key agreements with the vendor and royalty holder are in place, and the mineral claim has been transferred to Fin’s Canadian subsidiary, with final completion of the transaction expected once the Land Use Permit assignment is approved, positioning the company to accelerate resource definition and potentially strengthen its foothold in the North American gold exploration sector.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Sell with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Issues 160.6 Million New Shares Under Cleansing Notice
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has issued 160,569,229 fully paid ordinary shares without a prospectus or other disclosure document, relying on provisions of the Corporations Act that allow such capital raisings under specific conditions. The company confirmed it is up to date with its financial reporting and continuous disclosure obligations and stated there is no excluded information that must be disclosed, signalling that the new shares can trade freely and that the capital raising has been structured to comply with Australian securities regulations, with implications for existing shareholder dilution and the company’s funding capacity.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Director Boosts Equity Stake Through Note Conversion
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has reported a change in the indirect security holdings of director Bruce McFadzean via his interest in Tardis Too Pty Ltd . The update reflects internal capital structure adjustments rather than an operational development, but signals the director’s continued equity exposure to the company. McFadzean’s 20,000 convertible notes were fully converted into 3,076,923 ordinary shares at $0.0065 per share, with an accompanying issue of 3,076,923 unquoted options exercisable at $0.00845 and expiring on 31 December 2027, lifting his indirect shareholding to 13,031,468 shares while maintaining 5,000,000 existing options and adding the new tranche of options, and potentially aligning his interests more closely with equity performance over the medium term.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Seeks ASX Quotation for 87.6 Million New Shares
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has applied to the ASX for quotation of 87,607,691 new fully paid ordinary shares, expanding its listed securities base. The issuance, which relates to previously announced transactions, increases the company’s share capital and could have implications for existing shareholders through dilution while potentially providing additional financial flexibility to support future corporate or operational initiatives.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Issues 4.5 Million Shares to Consultant in Lieu of Cash
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has issued 4.5 million fully paid ordinary shares to a consultant as payment for part of an invoice under previously negotiated commercial terms that allowed settlement in equity rather than cash. The new shares, dated 31 December 2025, are now being applied for quotation on the ASX, slightly diluting existing shareholders while preserving the company’s cash reserves and formalising an equity-based consulting arrangement.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Seeks ASX Quotation for 68.5 Million New Shares
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has applied to the ASX for quotation of 68,461,538 new fully paid ordinary shares, expanding its listed capital base. The issuance, which stems from previously announced transactions, is set to increase the company’s tradable securities from 31 December 2025, potentially enhancing liquidity and providing additional capital flexibility for future corporate and operational initiatives, with implications for existing shareholders through dilution and a broader investor base.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Issues 68.5 Million Unquoted Options
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has notified the market of a new issue of 68,461,538 unquoted options, which are not intended to be quoted on the ASX. The issuance, formalised via an Appendix 3G filing, reflects a capital management or incentive-related move that adjusts the company’s unquoted equity structure and may impact existing stakeholders through future potential dilution if the options are exercised.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources to Issue 55 Million Unquoted Options in Capital Management Move
Dec 31, 2025

Fin Resources Limited, an Australian Securities Exchange issuer under code FIN, has notified the market of changes to its capital structure involving unquoted equity securities. The company will issue 55 million unquoted options on 31 December 2025 under a previously announced transaction, with these options not intended for quotation on the ASX, signalling a targeted use of equity-based instruments that may affect ownership dilution and incentive structures for existing stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:FIN) stock is a Hold with a A$0.01 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fin Resources Limited stock, see the AU:FIN Stock Forecast page.

Fin Resources Wins Shareholder Backing for Capital Resolutions at General Meeting
Dec 30, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has reported that all resolutions put to shareholders at its 30 December 2025 general meeting were passed by poll, with strong voting support across the register. The approvals cover the issue of consideration shares and performance rights to a seller, ratification and further issuance of placement shares, fees and options to advisors and consultants, and amendments to convertible note terms, collectively strengthening the company’s capacity to complete transactions, compensate service providers and manage its capital structure, which may enhance its financial flexibility and support future project and corporate initiatives.

Fin Resources Updates Cabin Lake Gold Project Exploration Plans
Dec 12, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has amended its previous announcement regarding the Cabin Lake Gold Project to include additional information on visual mineralisation and estimated timeframes for assay results. The company has identified untested mineralisation potential in unsampled drillholes from 2022, with priority sampling currently underway to confirm the presence of gold. The initiative aims to accelerate discovery at minimal cost, with 3D geophysics reprocessing and strong community support paving the way for a planned drilling program in 2026.

FIN Resources Identifies New Opportunities at Cabin Lake Gold Project
Dec 7, 2025

FIN Resources Limited has announced significant progress in its Cabin Lake Gold Project, with new unassayed mineralized zones identified that could enhance the project’s value ahead of the 2026 drilling program. The company is undertaking sampling of previously untested drill holes, reprocessing geophysical data, and has secured strong local and First Nations support, positioning itself for a catalyst-rich period in the coming year.

Director’s Interest in Fin Resources Limited Expands
Nov 27, 2025

Fin Resources Limited announced a change in the director’s interest, with Bruce McFadzean acquiring an additional 5,454,545 ordinary fully paid shares through Tardis Too Pty Ltd, as approved by shareholders at the company’s AGM. This acquisition, made in lieu of cash for director services, increases McFadzean’s total holdings to 9,954,545 shares, potentially strengthening his influence and aligning his interests with the company’s performance.

Fin Resources Limited Issues New Shares in Compliance with Corporations Act
Nov 27, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has announced the issuance of 27,272,725 fully paid ordinary shares without disclosure to investors, in compliance with the Corporations Act 2001. This move indicates the company’s adherence to regulatory requirements and suggests a strategic financial maneuver to potentially enhance its capital structure, which may impact its market positioning and stakeholder interests.

Fin Resources Limited Issues New Shares to Strengthen Capital Structure
Nov 27, 2025

Fin Resources Limited has announced the issuance of 27,272,725 fully paid ordinary shares, following shareholder approval obtained at the recent AGM. This move is part of the company’s strategy to enhance its capital structure, potentially impacting its market position and providing opportunities for growth and development within the industry.

FIN Resources Enhances Team and Advances Cabin Lake Gold Project
Nov 25, 2025

FIN Resources Limited has strengthened its technical team with the appointments of Dr. Solomon Buckman and Mr. Stephen Winterbottom to enhance its exploration capabilities at the Cabin Lake Gold Project in Canada. The company has commenced on-site assessments and due diligence activities, with historical data indicating significant high-grade gold potential. These developments position FIN for accelerated project development and potential growth in 2026.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 25, 2026