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MTL Stock Chart & Stats
16.45 p
-0.30 p(-2.33%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
16.45 p
-0.30 p(-2.33%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range10.30 p - 19.20 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.61M
Average Volume (3M)3.77M
Market Cap
£497.94M
Enterprise Value385.00M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£9.05M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.8
Beta0.87
Next Earnings
May 19, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.01
Shares Outstanding3,073,724,000
10 Day Avg. Volume5,244,019
30 Day Avg. Volume3,772,516
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.08
Price to Book (P/B)2.23
Price to Sales (P/S)2.65
P/FCF Ratio18.95
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)0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)£152.26M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Deleveraged Balance SheetA zero-debt balance sheet materially reduces interest burdens and refinancing exposure, giving Metals Exploration greater resilience if operating conditions weaken. Growing equity and assets also improve financial flexibility to sustain operations, fund development, and manage capital allocation over the coming quarters.
Revenue And Margin ExpansionStrong revenue expansion combined with positive gross and net margins indicates that the operating business is producing meaningful earnings while scaling. If these levels remain broadly durable, the company can strengthen its internal funding capacity and support continued investment in mineral production and resources.
Robust Operating Cash FlowImproving operating cash flow and coverage of reported earnings provide evidence that profitability is translating into cash from operations rather than being purely accounting-driven. This supports ongoing mine activity and gives the company a stronger base for meeting recurring operating and investment needs.
Bears Say
Weak Free-cash-flow ConversionThe sharp decline in free cash flow shows that earnings are currently converting less effectively into discretionary cash. Higher reinvestment or working-capital demands could therefore limit funds available for debt-free expansion, shareholder returns, or a buffer against weaker operating performance.
Earnings VolatilityUnusually strong 2023 margins and earnings compared with other periods make the company’s normalized earnings power less predictable. This variability can complicate planning and capital allocation, while reducing confidence that recent profitability levels will persist consistently over the next several quarters.
Recent History Of Balance-sheet FragilityAlthough the balance sheet is currently debt-free, the recent history of negative equity and very high leverage demonstrates that financial resilience has not always been established. A recurrence of operating or funding stress could therefore have a more material impact than the current balance sheet alone suggests.
Metals Exploration News
MTL FAQ
What was Metals Exploration PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Metals Exploration PLC lowest share price was 10.30 p and its highest was 19.20 p in the past 12 months.
What is Metals Exploration PLC’s market cap?
Metals Exploration PLC’s market cap is £497.94M.
When is Metals Exploration PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Metals Exploration PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2027 which is in 207 days.
How were Metals Exploration PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Metals Exploration PLC released its earnings results on Sep 30, 2026. The company reported 0.005 p earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Metals Exploration PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Metals Exploration PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Metals Exploration PLC pay dividends?
Metals Exploration PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is Metals Exploration PLC’s EPS estimate?
Metals Exploration PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Metals Exploration PLC have?
Metals Exploration PLC has 3,073,724,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Metals Exploration PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Metals Exploration PLC reported an EPS of 0.005 p in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.19%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Metals Exploration PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:MTL
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 Exploration Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £20.0K 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
22.72%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
12.83%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
29.60%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Metals Exploration PLC
Metals Exploration plc is a company focused on the discovery, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral deposits throughout the Western Pacific Rim. Its primary endeavors involve uncovering reserves of both precious and base metals. Notably, the firm holds complete ownership of the Runruno gold-molybdenum project, which is situated in the northern part of the Philippines. Established in 2004, the company's operational base is in London, United Kingdom.