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ION Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-2.50%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-2.50%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.02 - AU$0.16
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.29M
Average Volume (3M)9.27M
Market Cap
AU$123.40M
Enterprise ValueAU$28.88M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$6.97M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.64
Next Earnings
Mar 11, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)>-0.01
Shares Outstanding1,326,867,700
10 Day Avg. Volume4,034,453
30 Day Avg. Volume9,270,735
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.51
Price to Book (P/B)5.63
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio-10.56
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)-0.55
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$7.30M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low LeverageEffectively no debt reduces financial risk and avoids the interest burden associated with leveraged operations. This gives Southern Gold greater flexibility to preserve capital, pursue exploration priorities, or seek funding without the added pressure of debt servicing during periods of weak results.
Exploration PortfolioAn exploration-focused model provides exposure to potential mineral discoveries through geological mapping, sampling and drilling programs. Advancing prospects toward resource definition, development or transactions creates several possible long-term outcomes beyond recurring operating revenue alone.
Improving Free Cash FlowThe year-on-year improvement in free cash flow indicates some progress in controlling the rate of cash deterioration, even though operations are not yet self-funding. If sustained, this direction could extend the company’s funding runway and support more disciplined exploration investment.
Bears Say
Persistent UnprofitabilityLarge recurring losses and deeply negative operating earnings show that the current business has not established a profitable financial base. Continued losses can consume equity, constrain exploration spending, and increase dependence on external funding to maintain or advance projects.
Minimal Revenue BaseA minimal and volatile revenue stream provides little recurring support for exploration and corporate costs. The drop to zero in 2026 highlights the absence of dependable operating income, making financial performance highly sensitive to project outcomes, transactions, or new capital.
Ongoing Cash BurnPersistent negative operating and free cash flow means the company is not currently funding its activities from operations. Reliance on financing or other sources of capital can dilute existing holders, limit program continuity, and reduce flexibility if funding conditions become less favorable.
Southern Gold Limited News
ION FAQ
What was Southern Gold Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Southern Gold Limited lowest share price was AU$0.02 and its highest was AU$0.16 in the past 12 months.
What is Southern Gold Limited’s market cap?
Southern Gold Limited’s market cap is AU$123.40M.
When is Southern Gold Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Southern Gold Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 11, 2027 which is in 142 days.
How were Southern Gold Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Southern Gold Limited released its earnings results on Aug 30, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.003 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Southern Gold Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Southern Gold Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Southern Gold Limited pay dividends?
Southern Gold Limited does not currently pay dividends.
What is Southern Gold Limited’s EPS estimate?
Southern Gold Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Southern Gold Limited have?
Southern Gold Limited has 1,326,867,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to Southern Gold Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Southern Gold Limited reported an EPS of -AU$0.003 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.448%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Southern Gold Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:ION
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
Southern Gold Limited Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:ION Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
103.70%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-95.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
16.27%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Southern Gold Limited
Iondrive Limited is primarily engaged in advancing and commercializing battery technology, complemented by its activities in lithium exploration. The company also conducts prospecting for other key minerals such as gold, silver, copper, palladium, and rare earth elements. Originally known as Southern Gold Limited, the firm rebranded as Iondrive Limited in November 2023. Founded in 2004, its operations are based out of Adelaide, Australia.
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