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LAC Stock Chart & Stats
C$4.28
C$0.03(0.75%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
C$4.28
C$0.03(0.75%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$2.90 - C$10.16
Previous CloseN/A
Volume326.65K
Average Volume (3M)1.36M
Market Cap
C$1.12B
Enterprise ValueC$2.78B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$1.28B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$1.16B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.40
Next Earnings
Nov 13, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.51
Shares Outstanding363,042,940
10 Day Avg. Volume1,222,324
30 Day Avg. Volume1,364,899
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.06
Price to Book (P/B)1.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio-1.26
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$7.56Price Target Upside76.54% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Focused Lithium Project PortfolioA focused asset in lithium extraction and processing gives Lithium Americas direct exposure to battery-material supply chains. If Thacker Pass reaches production, the project could establish a dedicated platform for selling lithium carbonate into electric-vehicle and energy-storage markets.
Substantial Asset And Equity BaseThe sizable asset base and positive equity provide a meaningful capital cushion while the company develops its projects. This financial foundation can support continued construction and project advancement, although its benefit is moderated by rising debt and ongoing operating losses.
Operating Cash Flow ImprovedOperating cash outflow has narrowed from the prior period, indicating some improvement in the cash burden of ongoing operations and development activity. The company remains cash consumptive, but this trend could modestly improve funding efficiency if sustained through future project milestones.
Bears Say
No Revenue And Widening LossesThe absence of reported revenue means the business has not yet demonstrated commercial earnings power, while widening losses show that expenses remain high during development. Until production begins and sales ramp, profitability and internally funded growth remain constrained.
Deeply Negative Free Cash FlowVery large and expanding free-cash-flow deficits indicate that project development requires substantial investment before the company generates operating cash. Continued external financing through debt or equity may be necessary, increasing funding dependence as construction spending persists.
Rising Leverage And Financing RiskThe sharp increase in debt has made the balance sheet more leveraged while losses continue and cash flow remains negative. Higher borrowing raises financing obligations and reduces flexibility, making future project funding more difficult if development needs remain elevated.
Lithium Americas Corp. News
LAC FAQ
What was Lithium Americas Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lithium Americas Corp. lowest stock price was C$2.90 and its highest was C$10.16 in the past 12 months.
What is Lithium Americas Corp.’s market cap?
Lithium Americas Corp.’s market cap is C$1.12B.
When is Lithium Americas Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Lithium Americas Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 13, 2026 which is in 25 days.
How were Lithium Americas Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Lithium Americas Corp. released its earnings results on Aug 13, 2026. The company reported C$0.014 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -C$0.054 by C$0.068.
Is Lithium Americas Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Lithium Americas Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Lithium Americas Corp. pay dividends?
Lithium Americas Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Lithium Americas Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Lithium Americas Corp.’s EPS estimate is -0.05.
How many shares outstanding does Lithium Americas Corp. have?
Lithium Americas Corp. has 363,042,940 shares outstanding.
What happened to Lithium Americas Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Lithium Americas Corp. reported an EPS of C$0.014 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -C$0.054. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.626%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lithium Americas Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:LAC
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
Lithium Americas Corp. Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
C$7.56 (76.54% Upside)
C$7.56 (76.54% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:LAC Sentiment 75%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days >0.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.8%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-70.50%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-9.05%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
164.05%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Lithium Americas Corp.
Lithium Americas Corporation is a resource exploration firm with operations spanning both the United States and Argentina, primarily focused on discovering and developing lithium deposits. The company holds significant stakes in several key lithium ventures, including the Cauchari-Olaroz project in Argentina's Jujuy province, the Thacker Pass project situated in northwestern Nevada, and the Pastos Grandes project found in Argentina's Salta province. Prior to March 2016, the entity was known as Western Lithium USA Corporation before adopting its current moniker, Lithium Americas Corp. Established in 2007, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in Vancouver, Canada.
LAC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$7.56
▲(76.54% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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