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South32 (S32) Share Price & Analysis

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S32 Stock Chart & Stats

GBX 233.00-GBX 6.20(-2.59%)
At close: 4:30 PM GMT
225 p250 p275 pAug 17Sep 1Sep 14Sep 28Oct 12Oct 26Nov 9
Day’s Range
GBX 230.00 - GBX 235.40
52-Week Range
GBX 148.00 - GBX 282.00
Previous Close
GBX 239.20
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
405.85K
Market Cap
GBP 10.78B
Enterprise Value
GBP 17.18B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
GBP 2.13B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
GBP 1.85B
Price to Earnings (P/E)
13.0
Beta
1.64
Next Earnings
Feb 18, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
0.09
Last Dividend Ex-Date
Sep 17, 2026
Dividend Yield
2.97%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Profitability Rebound

The sharp improvement in EBITDA and underlying earnings shows stronger operating performance and renewed earnings capacity. If base-metals conditions and execution remain supportive, the higher profit base can fund project investment, strengthen resilience, and support shareholder returns over coming periods.

Conservative Balance Sheet

Low leverage and a substantial equity buffer provide financial resilience for a cyclical mining portfolio. This position gives South32 greater flexibility to continue approved growth projects, absorb commodity volatility, and manage capital allocation without excessive dependence on external funding.

Base-metals Growth Pipeline

A large approved and under-construction pipeline can shift South32 toward greater base-metals exposure and provide a multi-year production growth runway. Reserve expansion at Sierra Gorda and progress at Hermosa further support the durability and visibility of this growth strategy.

Bears Say

Cyclical Earnings And Cash Flow

Uneven cash conversion reduces the reliability of reported earnings as a source of internally funded growth. The prior near-breakeven or negative free-cash-flow period highlights sensitivity to investment requirements and working-capital movements, which can constrain flexibility through weaker commodity conditions.

Safety Failure

The fatality is a serious operational and management concern that requires sustained corrective action rather than a one-time response. Enhanced controls may increase oversight and operating demands, while any recurrence could damage workforce trust, disrupt operations, and increase regulatory exposure.

Alcoa Transaction Execution Risk

The planned transaction is central to South32's portfolio repositioning, so delays, approval issues, or uncertainty over final proceeds could postpone the intended strategic benefits. Until completion, capital allocation and liquidity planning remain exposed to execution and settlement outcomes.

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S32 FAQ

What was South32’s price range in the past 12 months?
South32 lowest share price was 148.00 p and its highest was 282.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is South32’s market cap?
South32’s market cap is £10.78B.
When is South32’s upcoming earnings report date?
South32’s next earnings report is estimated for Feb 18, 2027 (not yet confirmed), which is in 97 days.
How were South32’s earnings last quarter?
South32 released its earnings results on Aug 26, 2026. The company reported 0.097 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of 0.111 p by -0.013 p.
Is South32 overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts South32’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does South32 pay dividends?
South32 pays a semiannual dividend of 4.008 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.97%. See more information on South32 dividends here
What is South32’s EPS estimate?
South32’s EPS estimate is 0.09.
How many shares outstanding does South32 have?
South32 has 4,477,132,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to South32’s price movement after its last earnings report?
South32 reported an EPS of 0.097 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of 0.111 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.071%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of South32?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:S32
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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