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Denison Mines Corp (DNN)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: DNN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -22.18% | Avg. Invested days 33 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.20B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.3 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.3 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 63087733 | Beta 2.1 | 52 Weeks Range 1.27 - 2.47 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.27 - 2.47 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.07 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) -1295.47% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -5.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) -15.19% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 1073117770 | Price to Sales(TTM) 297.21 |
Enterprise Value 1073117770 | Price to Sales(TTM) 297.21 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 390.37 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 27.66 | Shares Outstanding 896208000 | Shares Floating 892465678 |
Shares Outstanding 896208000 | Shares Floating 892465678 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.31 | Percent Institutions 55.86 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.5 | Target Price 4.3 | Buy 6 | Strong Buy 6 |
Buy 6 | Strong Buy 6 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Denison Mines Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
Denison Mines Corp. was founded in 1954. Originally involved in oil and gas, it shifted focus to uranium mining and exploration. A significant milestone was the discovery and development of the Elliot Lake uranium deposits in Ontario, Canada. Over time, Denison has become a leading uranium exploration and development company focused on the Athabasca Basin region of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Core Business Areas
- Uranium Exploration and Development: Denison focuses on exploring and developing uranium properties, primarily in the Athabasca Basin. Their flagship project is the Wheeler River project.
- Uranium Processing: Denison operates the McClean Lake uranium mill, a key processing facility in the Athabasca Basin.
- Mine Care and Maintenance: Denison provides mine care and maintenance services for closed uranium mines, generating revenue from environmental management.
Leadership and Structure
David Cates serves as President and CEO. The organizational structure includes departments for exploration, development, operations, finance, and corporate affairs. Denison operates under a board of directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Mine Care and Maintenance Services: Provides services to maintain the closed mine. Denison's market share is difficult to quantify but it is the only company that maintains mine care and maintenance
- Uranium Concentrate (U3O8): Denison produces uranium concentrate (U3O8) through its McClean Lake mill. While Denison doesn't disclose specific market share percentages, the global uranium market is dominated by Cameco and Kazatomprom. Competitors include Cameco (CCJ) and Orano.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The uranium mining industry is characterized by a few major players and fluctuating uranium prices driven by global nuclear energy demand and geopolitical events. The industry is highly regulated due to environmental and safety concerns.
Positioning
Denison is positioned as a key player in the Athabasca Basin, a region known for its high-grade uranium deposits. Its competitive advantages include its flagship Wheeler River project and ownership stake in the McClean Lake mill.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for uranium is tied to global nuclear power generation, estimated to be worth tens of billions of dollars annually. Denison is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its development projects.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High-grade uranium deposits at Wheeler River
- Ownership stake in McClean Lake mill
- Experienced management team
- Strong presence in the Athabasca Basin
Weaknesses
- Reliance on uranium prices
- Project development risks
- Regulatory hurdles
- Limited revenue generation until Wheeler River is operational
Opportunities
- Increasing global demand for nuclear energy
- Rising uranium prices
- Potential for further discoveries in the Athabasca Basin
- Strategic partnerships
Threats
- Fluctuations in uranium prices
- Geopolitical instability
- Environmental regulations
- Competition from larger uranium producers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CCJ
- NXE
- UAMY
Competitive Landscape
Denison competes with larger uranium producers like Cameco and NexGen Energy. Its advantages lie in the high grade of its Wheeler River deposits and its strategic position in the Athabasca Basin. Disadvantages include its smaller size and reliance on project development.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Denison's historical growth has been tied to exploration successes and the advancement of its projects.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on the successful development of the Wheeler River project and favorable uranium market conditions. Analyst estimates vary but generally project significant revenue growth once Wheeler River comes online.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing the Wheeler River project, exploring new properties in the Athabasca Basin, and securing financing for project development.
Summary
Denison Mines Corp is a development-stage uranium company with a significant asset in the Wheeler River project. The company has a strong presence in the Athabasca Basin but relies on uranium prices and faces development risks. Its financial performance is dependent on successful project development, and it does not currently pay dividends. The company's future growth hinges on bringing Wheeler River into production and capitalizing on favorable uranium market conditions.
Similar Companies
- CCJ
- NXE
- UAMY
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Denison Mines Corp. website
- Company filings (SEDAR, EDGAR)
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
- MarketWatch
Disclaimers:
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About Denison Mines Corp
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Toronto, ON, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-05-16 | President, CEO & Director Mr. David Daniel Cates C.A., C.P.A., MAcc | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Uranium | Full time employees - | Website https://denisonmines.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://denisonmines.com |
Denison Mines Corp. engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of uranium bearing properties in Canada. It holds 95% interest in its flagship project Wheeler River uranium project located in the Athabasca Basin region in northern Saskatchewan. The company was formerly known as International Uranium Corporation and changed its name to Denison Mines Corp. in December 2006. Denison Mines Corp. was incorporated in 1936 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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