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LAC Stock Chart & Stats
C$3.99
C$0.03(0.75%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
C$3.99
C$0.03(0.75%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$3.70 - C$14.75
Previous CloseN/A
Volume326.65K
Average Volume (3M)1.03M
Market Cap
C$1.59B
Enterprise ValueC$653.07M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$1.21B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$875.52M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.50
Next Earnings
Aug 13, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.57
Shares Outstanding351,062,470
10 Day Avg. Volume873,912
30 Day Avg. Volume1,031,026
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.06
Price to Book (P/B)1.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio-1.26
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$8.97Price Target Upside124.76% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.17
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strategic North American Lithium ProjectsLithium Americas’ asset focus (Thacker Pass, North America) aligns with long-term structural demand for domestic EV battery supply. Owning development-stage projects in-region supports durable offtake opportunities, regulatory support, and strategic customer interest over a multi-year horizon.
Improved CapitalizationThe step-up in equity and a moderate debt-to-equity ratio (~0.5) provide a stronger capital base versus prior years. This improved capitalization enhances the company’s ability to fund construction and withstand development delays, offering more durable financial flexibility during project buildouts.
Diverse Funding & Partnership OptionsA financing model that includes equity, debt, strategic investors, and possible government incentives lowers reliance on any single source. This diversified funding toolkit and potential access to policy support are durable advantages for completing capital-intensive mining projects over the next several quarters.
Bears Say
No Revenue / Sustained LossesThe absence of operating revenue and persistent multi-period net losses indicate the company remains in an extended development phase. Without commercial production, the firm lacks self-sustaining earnings, raising execution and timing risk for when projects must transition to revenue generation.
Large Cash Burn And Negative Operating Cash FlowDeep and worsening free cash flow burn (TTM ~-$1.01B) and consistently negative operating cash flow mean ongoing reliance on external funding. This structural cash shortfall increases financing risk and can force dilutive equity raises or costly debt if project timelines or costs slip.
Rapid Rise In Debt Increases Refinancing RiskA steep increase in total debt over a short period materially raises refinancing and covenant risk, especially given no operating revenue. Elevated leverage can constrain strategic options, increase interest burden, and heighten sensitivity to capital market conditions during the multi-quarter construction phase.
LAC FAQ
What was Lithium Americas Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lithium Americas Corp. lowest stock price was C$3.70 and its highest was C$14.75 in the past 12 months.
What is Lithium Americas Corp.’s market cap?
Lithium Americas Corp.’s market cap is C$1.59B.
When is Lithium Americas Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Lithium Americas Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 13, 2026 which is today.
How were Lithium Americas Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Lithium Americas Corp. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported C$0 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -C$0.097 by C$0.097.
Is Lithium Americas Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Lithium Americas Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Lithium Americas Corp. pay dividends?
Lithium Americas Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Lithium Americas Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Lithium Americas Corp.’s EPS estimate is -0.05.
How many shares outstanding does Lithium Americas Corp. have?
Lithium Americas Corp. has 351,062,470 shares outstanding.
What happened to Lithium Americas Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Lithium Americas Corp. reported an EPS of C$0 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -C$0.097. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.882%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lithium Americas Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:LAC
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
Lithium Americas Corp. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
C$8.97 (124.76% Upside)
C$8.97 (124.76% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:LAC Sentiment 80%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.7%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.4%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.4%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-12.18%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
205.62%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Lithium Americas Corp.
Lithium Americas Corporation is a resource exploration firm with operations spanning both the United States and Argentina, primarily focused on discovering and developing lithium deposits. The company holds significant stakes in several key lithium ventures, including the Cauchari-Olaroz project in Argentina's Jujuy province, the Thacker Pass project situated in northwestern Nevada, and the Pastos Grandes project found in Argentina's Salta province. Prior to March 2016, the entity was known as Western Lithium USA Corporation before adopting its current moniker, Lithium Americas Corp. Established in 2007, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in Vancouver, Canada.
LAC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$8.97
▲(124.76% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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