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NIC Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.88
-AU$0.06(-7.19%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.88
-AU$0.06(-7.19%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.66 - AU$1.13
Previous CloseN/A
Volume10.43M
Average Volume (3M)7.09M
Market Cap
AU$3.30B
Enterprise ValueAU$6.14B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$268.24M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.23B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.48
Next Earnings
Mar 01, 2027EPS Estimate
0.02Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.44%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)>-0.01
Shares Outstanding4,341,936,000
10 Day Avg. Volume6,132,571
30 Day Avg. Volume7,090,509
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.63
Price to Book (P/B)1.18
Price to Sales (P/S)1.42
P/FCF Ratio27.27
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$1.19Price Target Upside34.74% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)0.03
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$1.88B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
EBITDA GrowthStrong EBITDA growth indicates improved earnings power across the operating portfolio, supported by higher NPI and LME prices and operating leverage. If production and commissioning targets are delivered, this broader profit base can strengthen internal funding capacity over the next several quarters.
HPAL ExpansionCommissioning progress expands NIC beyond its established RKEF exposure into higher-value HPAL products, creating additional attributable nickel capacity. Successful ramp-up of ENC, alongside CNE and TMI, could diversify earnings and support management’s multi-year growth strategy.
Positive Cash GenerationPositive operating and free cash flow provide an important financial stabilizer while the company funds expansion and absorbs weaker reported profitability. Continued cash generation would help support capital commitments and reduce reliance on additional external financing.
Bears Say
Margin Compression And LossesFalling gross margins and repeated net losses show that higher operating scale has not yet translated into durable bottom-line profitability. This weakens retained earnings and reduces financial flexibility, making future performance more sensitive to nickel prices, operating costs, and financing charges.
Leverage And Funding CommitmentsLeverage remains within the stated covenant, but substantial debt and project obligations compete for cash with ongoing growth investment. The TMI payment and further Sampala consideration could constrain capital allocation and increase funding sensitivity if operating cash flow weakens.
Expansion Execution RiskWater constraints at ENC and unresolved haul-road permits at Sampala create execution risks for the company’s planned production expansion. Delays could defer expected HPAL and mining contributions, prolong capital spending, and leave the business carrying project obligations before targeted earnings arrive.
NIC FAQ
What was Nickel Mines Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nickel Mines Ltd. lowest share price was AU$0.66 and its highest was AU$1.13 in the past 12 months.
What is Nickel Mines Ltd.’s market cap?
Nickel Mines Ltd.’s market cap is AU$3.30B.
When is Nickel Mines Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nickel Mines Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 01, 2027 which is in 142 days.
How were Nickel Mines Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nickel Mines Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 25, 2026. The company reported AU$0.017 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of AU$0.032 by -AU$0.014.
Is Nickel Mines Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nickel Mines Ltd.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nickel Mines Ltd. pay dividends?
Nickel Mines Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.015 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.44%. See more information on Nickel Mines Ltd. dividends here
What is Nickel Mines Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Nickel Mines Ltd.’s EPS estimate is 0.02.
How many shares outstanding does Nickel Mines Ltd. have?
Nickel Mines Ltd. has 4,341,936,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nickel Mines Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nickel Mines Ltd. reported an EPS of AU$0.017 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of AU$0.032. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nickel Mines Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:NIC
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
Nickel Mines Ltd. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$1.19 (34.74% Upside)
AU$1.19 (34.74% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:NIC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
1.33%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-0.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.43%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Nickel Mines Ltd.
Nickel Industries Limited, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, operates in Singapore and Indonesia, focusing on nickel ore extraction and nickel pig iron production. The company possesses an 80% ownership stake in the extensive 5,983-hectare Hengjaya Mine, located within Central Sulawesi's Morowali Regency. Its portfolio also includes an 80% interest in the Ranger Nickel project and a 70% share in the Angel Nickel project. Additionally, Nickel Industries holds an option to acquire a 70% interest in the Oracle Nickel project. Founded in 2007, the company was formerly known as Nickel Mines Limited until its name was officially changed in June 2022.
NIC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$1.19
▲(34.74% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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