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NIC Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.84
-AU$0.06(-7.19%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.84
-AU$0.06(-7.19%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.66 - AU$1.13
Previous CloseN/A
Volume10.43M
Average Volume (3M)8.20M
Market Cap
AU$3.65B
Enterprise ValueAU$5.52K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$357.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.20B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.59
Next Earnings
Aug 26, 2026EPS Estimate
0.03Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.01
Shares Outstanding4,341,936,000
10 Day Avg. Volume6,511,963
30 Day Avg. Volume8,196,956
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.63
Price to Book (P/B)1.18
Price to Sales (P/S)1.42
P/FCF Ratio27.27
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$1.25Price Target Upside48.81% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)0.04
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$1.90B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Integrated IMIP InfrastructureLong-term access to IMIP shared port, power and processing infrastructure lowers unit costs, improves reliability and eases market access. This structural integration supports durable operating efficiency versus standalone miners and strengthens competitive positioning in NPI supply chains.
Operating Profitability (core Business)Sustained positive operating profit indicates the core RKEF NPI operations generate operating cash before below-the-line items. That operating margin supports ongoing operations and gives management room to address financing and cost issues, enabling a path back to net profitability when market conditions normalize.
Positive Free Cash Flow GenerationPositive free cash flow, even after weakening, provides a durable source to fund capex, service debt and maintain operations without immediate equity raises. FCF resilience supports financial flexibility and reduces reliance on external financing during cyclical downturns in nickel prices.
Bears Say
Revenue Decline & Margin CompressionA multi-year drop in revenue combined with sharp gross margin compression reflects structurally weaker pricing or rising input costs. If these trends persist, they will erode operating leverage and core profitability, making recovery harder and limiting reinvestment into capacity or cost improvements.
Consecutive Net Losses; Negative ROETwo straight years of net losses and negative return on equity signal persistent below-the-line pressures that reduce retained earnings and shareholder value. Sustained losses constrain capital allocation, hinder investment, and can force tougher financing choices if profitability isn't restored.
Rising Leverage Amid Weakening Cash FlowDebt-to-equity rising materially over two years increases financial risk. Coupled with materially weakened operating and free cash flow, higher leverage reduces flexibility to absorb price cycles, raises refinancing risk and may increase interest burden, pressuring long-term solvency if trends continue.
Nickel Mines Ltd. News
NIC FAQ
What was Nickel Mines Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nickel Mines Ltd. lowest share price was AU$0.66 and its highest was AU$1.13 in the past 12 months.
What is Nickel Mines Ltd.’s market cap?
Nickel Mines Ltd.’s market cap is AU$3.65B.
When is Nickel Mines Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nickel Mines Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 26, 2026 which is in 3 days.
How were Nickel Mines Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nickel Mines Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 22, 2026. The company reported AU$0.022 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.003 by AU$0.02.
Is Nickel Mines Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nickel Mines Ltd.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nickel Mines Ltd. pay dividends?
Nickel Mines Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.015 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Nickel Mines Ltd. dividends here
What is Nickel Mines Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Nickel Mines Ltd.’s EPS estimate is 0.03.
How many shares outstanding does Nickel Mines Ltd. have?
Nickel Mines Ltd. has 4,341,936,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nickel Mines Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nickel Mines Ltd. reported an EPS of AU$0.022 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.003. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nickel Mines Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:NIC
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
Nickel Mines Ltd. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$1.25 (48.81% Upside)
AU$1.25 (48.81% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:NIC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-18.87%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
1.62%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Nickel Mines Ltd.
Nickel Industries Limited, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, operates in Singapore and Indonesia, focusing on nickel ore extraction and nickel pig iron production. The company possesses an 80% ownership stake in the extensive 5,983-hectare Hengjaya Mine, located within Central Sulawesi's Morowali Regency. Its portfolio also includes an 80% interest in the Ranger Nickel project and a 70% share in the Angel Nickel project. Additionally, Nickel Industries holds an option to acquire a 70% interest in the Oracle Nickel project. Founded in 2007, the company was formerly known as Nickel Mines Limited until its name was officially changed in June 2022.
NIC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$1.25
▲(48.81% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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