Weak Cash GenerationPersistent negative operating and free cash flows indicate the business cannot self-fund exploration or project advancement. Over months this necessitates external financing, increases dilution or debt reliance, and limits ability to capitalise on near-term growth opportunities without new capital.
Negative Operating ProfitabilityNegative historical EBIT/EBITDA margins reveal that core operations have not generated operating profits, suggesting structural inefficiencies or high overhead relative to recurring income. This undermines sustainability; until operating margins improve, profitability depends on one-off items or non-operational gains.
Reliance On Financing And Asset TransactionsAs an exploration-stage company the cash model relies on equity raises, farm-outs or asset sales rather than recurring operating revenue. This structural dependence creates funding volatility, potential dilution, and execution risk for project advancement over the medium term.