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MLS Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.02
<AU$0.01(5.56%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.02
<AU$0.01(5.56%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.02 - AU$0.03
Previous CloseN/A
Volume24.56K
Average Volume (3M)169.46K
Market Cap
AU$13.22M
Enterprise ValueAU$12.16M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$3.75M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
Mar 17, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)>-0.01
Shares Outstanding734,219,540
10 Day Avg. Volume162,606
30 Day Avg. Volume169,456
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.00
Price to Book (P/B)0.47
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio-20.58
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Debt-free Balance SheetZero reported debt and approximately A$30.9m of equity against A$32.8m of assets give MLS a comparatively resilient capital structure. Low leverage reduces refinancing pressure and preserves flexibility to fund exploration or withstand periods of weak operating performance.
Moderating Cash BurnFree-cash-flow outflow moderated to about A$0.71m in 2026 from roughly A$8.8m in 2025. Although cash generation remains negative, the smaller recent burn could extend funding runway and reduce near-term pressure while projects are assessed.
Multi-commodity ExposureExposure across lithium, copper, nickel and cobalt gives MLS a broad battery- and base-metals opportunity set. Commodity and project diversification can provide multiple avenues for exploration success rather than relying on a single mineral theme.
Bears Say
Unstable Revenue BaseRevenue increased from A$70k in 2023 to A$1.78m in 2025 but fell to zero in 2026. This sharp instability shows that operating income is not yet dependable, limiting earnings visibility and making sustained growth difficult to underwrite over the coming quarters.
Persistent LossesRecurring operating and net losses, including an approximately A$1.5m net loss in 2026, show that the business has not reached sustainable profitability. Continued losses can erode equity over time and constrain the company’s ability to reinvest without external funding.
Negative Cash GenerationOperating cash flow was negative every year, including about -A$0.71m in 2026, while free cash flow also remained negative. A business that is not self-funding may need to manage exploration spending tightly and could face funding pressure if cash burn rises again.
Metals Australia Ltd News
MLS FAQ
What was Metals Australia Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Metals Australia Ltd lowest share price was AU$0.02 and its highest was AU$0.03 in the past 12 months.
What is Metals Australia Ltd’s market cap?
Metals Australia Ltd’s market cap is AU$13.22M.
When is Metals Australia Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Metals Australia Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 17, 2027 which is in 139 days.
How were Metals Australia Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Metals Australia Ltd released its earnings results on Sep 22, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.001 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Metals Australia Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Metals Australia Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Metals Australia Ltd pay dividends?
Metals Australia Ltd does not currently pay dividends.
What is Metals Australia Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Metals Australia Ltd’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Metals Australia Ltd have?
Metals Australia Ltd has 734,219,540 shares outstanding.
What happened to Metals Australia Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Metals Australia Ltd reported an EPS of -AU$0.001 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Metals Australia Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:MLS
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
Metals Australia Ltd Stock Smart Score
Underperform
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:MLS Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-40.00%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-4.81%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-6.46%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Metals Australia Ltd
Metals Australia Ltd is a company primarily focused on identifying and advancing mineral deposits across Australia and Canada. The firm's exploration efforts largely target a variety of valuable minerals, including precious metals such as gold and silver, critical industrial and battery minerals like lithium, graphite, and nickel, as well as base metals like zinc and copper. A cornerstone of its project portfolio is the Lac Rainy graphite venture, located in Quebec, Canada. This significant Canadian project encompasses approximately 45.5 square kilometers and is comprised of 92 mineral claims. The company, which was founded in 1981, is headquartered in West Perth, Australia.
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