Iluka Resources Limited (ILKAF)
OTHER OTC:ILKAF
ILKAF Stock Chart & Stats
$4.47
$0.12(3.60%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$4.47
$0.12(3.60%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$1.66 - $7.54
Previous CloseN/A
Volume486.00
Average Volume (3M)25.10K
Market Cap
$2.01B
Enterprise Value$4.02B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$45.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.16B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
Aug 25, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.12Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.01%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.02
Shares Outstanding431,195,000
10 Day Avg. Volume36,232
30 Day Avg. Volume25,101
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.04
Price to Book (P/B)1.20
Price to Sales (P/S)2.45
P/FCF Ratio-2.77
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.96
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit20.85
Enterprise Value/Ebitda26.27
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$4.46Price Target Upside-0.16% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.23
Revenue Forecast (FY)$548.43M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Rare-earth Refinery ProgressEneabba nearing completion materially reduces remaining engineering risk and sets a clear timetable for commissioning and multi-year ramp. As a near-term tangible asset, the refinery should diversify revenues into higher-value rare-earth oxides and strengthen Iluka’s long-term strategic position outside predominant Chinese capacity.
Production Ramp-up (Balranald)A successful Balranald ramp to investment-case production by mid-2026 will raise saleable volumes and improve unit cost dynamics. Steady throughput from Balranald supports mid-term cash generation and reduces reliance on existing mature sites, making operational performance a durable driver of revenue and margin recovery.
Liquidity And FX Risk ManagementA reduced net-debt position, sizable undrawn facilities and USD hedges materially improve near-term funding flexibility and reduce FX volatility on foreign-currency receipts. This structural liquidity cushion supports ongoing project delivery and lowers refinancing and currency-related earnings volatility over the next 2–6 months.
Bears Say
Cash Flow DeteriorationA shift from sustained positive free cash flow in prior years to deeply negative operating and free cash flow in 2025 is a structural concern: it increases reliance on external funding, constrains capital allocation choices, and heightens vulnerability to project delays or slower sales, reducing the company’s margin for execution missteps.
Rising Leverage And Weaker ReturnsMaterially higher leverage and a move to negative returns on equity weaken financial flexibility and amplify downside risk during cyclical downturns. Elevated leverage limits ability to opportunistically fund projects or absorb shocks, increasing refinancing and covenant sensitivity over the medium term.
Eneabba Offtake & Funding UncertaintyThe absence of finalized, binding offtake agreements leaves project revenue and some funding tranches conditional. This creates structural execution and cashflow risk for Eneabba: without contracted sales the refinery’s projected cashflows and the government's loan support remain subject to commercial negotiation outcomes.
Iluka Resources Limited News
ILKAF FAQ
What was Iluka Resources Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Iluka Resources Limited lowest stock price was $1.66 and its highest was $7.54 in the past 12 months.
What is Iluka Resources Limited’s market cap?
Iluka Resources Limited’s market cap is $2.01B.
When is Iluka Resources Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Iluka Resources Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 25, 2026 which is in 142 days.
How were Iluka Resources Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Iluka Resources Limited released its earnings results on Feb 17, 2026. The company reported -$0.021 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.12 by $0.099.
Is Iluka Resources Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Iluka Resources Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Iluka Resources Limited pay dividends?
Iluka Resources Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.013 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.01%. See more information on Iluka Resources Limited dividends here
What is Iluka Resources Limited’s EPS estimate?
Iluka Resources Limited’s EPS estimate is -0.12.
How many shares outstanding does Iluka Resources Limited have?
Iluka Resources Limited has 431,195,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Iluka Resources Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Iluka Resources Limited reported an EPS of -$0.021 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.12. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.518%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Iluka Resources Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ILKAF
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
Iluka Resources Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$4.46 (-0.16% Downside)
$4.46 (-0.16% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ILKAF Sentiment 90%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $189.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
25.98%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-12.75%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
16.16%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Iluka Resources Limited
Iluka Resources Limited engages in the exploration, project development, mining, processing, marketing, and rehabilitation of mineral sands. The company operates through Jacinth-Ambrosia/Mid West, Cataby/South West, Sierra Rutile, and United States/Murray Basin segments. It produces zircon; titanium dioxide products of rutile and synthetic rutile; and ilmenite, as well as activated carbon and iron concentrate products. The company also engages in the exploration of rare earths elements, such as monazite and xenotime. Its products are used in technology, construction, medical, lifestyle and industrial applications. It has operations in Australia, China, rest of Asia, Europe, the Americas, and internationally. The company was formerly known as Westralian Sands Limited and changed its name to Iluka Resources Limited in May 1999. Iluka Resources Limited was incorporated in 1954 and is headquartered in Perth, Australia.
ILKAF Company Deck
ILKAF Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed measurable operational and financial progress: Balranald is ramping on schedule, Eneabba shows strong engineering and committed spend with commissioning in mid‑2027, a significant near‑term reduction in cash deployment was announced, liquidity/hedging positions are solid, and inventory/contracted sales provide flexibility. Key risks include market timing for zircon/TiO2 recovery, lack of signed rare‑earth offtakes (funding dependency), elevated finished goods inventory that must be drawn down, and the usual execution/commissioning risks for a major refinery project. Overall, the positives (project progress, reduced cash deployment, liquidity and hedging, inventory cushion) outweigh the outstanding risks, but successful execution and offtake finalization remain important near‑term value drivers.View all ILKAF earnings summariesILKAF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$4.46
▼(-0.16% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.40% Insiders
8.44% Mutual Funds
― Other Institutional Investors
76.11% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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