Metals Australia Ltd (AU:MLS)
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MLS Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.03
AU$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.03
AU$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.02 - AU$0.04
Previous CloseN/A
Volume113.86K
Average Volume (3M)1.17M
Market Cap
AU$16.10M
Enterprise ValueAU$9.78M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$8.61M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.81
Next Earnings
Sep 24, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)>-0.01
Shares Outstanding731,719,540
10 Day Avg. Volume1,262,423
30 Day Avg. Volume1,171,007
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.05
Price to Book (P/B)0.37
Price to Sales (P/S)6.94
P/FCF Ratio-1.40
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
Strong Balance Sheet (no Debt)No debt and a sizeable equity cushion materially reduce financial distress risk for an exploration firm. This durable strength provides flexibility to fund drilling, negotiate JV/transaction terms, and weather commodity cycles without immediate refinancing, supporting multi‑month project execution.
Accelerating Revenue GrowthA sharp revenue increase off a small base signals progressing projects or successful commercialisation steps. Over 2–6 months, this trend suggests the company is beginning to convert exploration activity into measurable receipts, improving the prospects for scaling operations and attracting partners or capital.
Focus On Battery & Base MetalsConcentrating on battery and base metals aligns the company with structurally growing end markets (EVs, storage). This sectoral exposure increases the long‑term strategic value of discoveries, improving chances of JV, offtake or asset sale outcomes that persist beyond short market cycles.
Bears Say
Persistent Negative Cash FlowConsistent negative operating and free cash flow is a durable constraint: the business cannot self‑fund exploration and development, increasing reliance on external capital. Over months this elevates dilution and execution risk, potentially delaying drilling and project advancement without fresh funding.
Continued Net LossesOngoing losses mean the company cannot yet generate sustainable profits from operations. Persisting negative margins weaken return prospects on equity and risk eroding the equity buffer over time, limiting strategic options and making long‑term viability contingent on either operational improvement or continued funding.
No Recurring Revenue ModelAs an exploration‑stage entity the company lacks predictable, recurring revenues; cash flows depend on one‑off transactions or future production. This structural lack of visibility increases financing uncertainty and makes multi‑period planning and capital allocation more vulnerable to market and commodity cycles.
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MLS FAQ
What was Metals Australia Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Metals Australia Ltd lowest share price was AU$0.02 and its highest was AU$0.04 in the past 12 months.
What is Metals Australia Ltd’s market cap?
Metals Australia Ltd’s market cap is AU$16.10M.
When is Metals Australia Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Metals Australia Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 24, 2026 which is in 95 days.
How were Metals Australia Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Metals Australia Ltd released its earnings results on Mar 10, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.001 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -AU$0.001.
Is Metals Australia Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Metals Australia Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Metals Australia Ltd pay dividends?
Metals Australia Ltd does not currently pay dividends.
What is Metals Australia Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Metals Australia Ltd’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Metals Australia Ltd have?
Metals Australia Ltd has 731,719,540 shares outstanding.
What happened to Metals Australia Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Metals Australia Ltd reported an EPS of -AU$0.001 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.545%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Metals Australia Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:MLS
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
Metals Australia Ltd Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
50.00%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-6.93%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.70%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Metals Australia Ltd
Metals Australia Ltd is a company primarily focused on identifying and advancing mineral deposits across Australia and Canada. The firm's exploration efforts largely target a variety of valuable minerals, including precious metals such as gold and silver, critical industrial and battery minerals like lithium, graphite, and nickel, as well as base metals like zinc and copper. A cornerstone of its project portfolio is the Lac Rainy graphite venture, located in Quebec, Canada. This significant Canadian project encompasses approximately 45.5 square kilometers and is comprised of 92 mineral claims. The company, which was founded in 1981, is headquartered in West Perth, Australia.
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