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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: SLI (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.71% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 250.74M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 2.08 | 1Y Target Price 3.38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 2.08 | 1Y Target Price 3.38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1175950 | Beta 1.76 | 52 Weeks Range 1.05 - 2.64 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.05 - 2.64 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.61 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -9.59% | Return on Equity (TTM) 61.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 2.08 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 216037184 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 216037184 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.58 | Shares Outstanding 193938000 | Shares Floating 184916122 |
Shares Outstanding 193938000 | Shares Floating 184916122 | ||
Percent Insiders 13.23 | Percent Institutions 9.71 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.4 | Target Price 3.49 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Standard Lithium Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
Standard Lithium Ltd. was founded in 2016. It focuses on the sustainable extraction of lithium from brine resources in the Smackover Formation of Arkansas. Initially a junior explorer, it has transitioned into a near-production lithium developer.
Core Business Areas
- Lithium Extraction & Production: Focuses on direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology to extract lithium from brine resources, aiming for environmentally sustainable and efficient lithium production.
- Resource Development: Includes the exploration, evaluation, and development of lithium brine resources in the Smackover Formation in Arkansas.
- Project Development: Involves the planning, engineering, and construction of lithium extraction and processing facilities.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of executives with experience in lithium extraction, chemical engineering, and project development. The company has a board of directors that provides oversight and guidance. The structure is typical for a resource development company.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Battery-Quality Lithium Hydroxide: Standard Lithium's primary product will be battery-quality lithium hydroxide for use in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Currently, they are not in commercial production, so no market share or revenue data is available. Competitors include Albemarle (ALB), Livent (LTHM), and SQM (SQM).
- Lithium Carbonate: Another potential product is lithium carbonate, also used in batteries. They are not in commercial production, so no market share or revenue data is available. Competitors include Albemarle (ALB), Livent (LTHM), and SQM (SQM).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The lithium industry is experiencing rapid growth driven by the increasing demand for EV batteries. Supply shortages and rising lithium prices are key trends.
Positioning
Standard Lithium is positioned as a potential near-term producer of lithium using DLE technology, aiming to be a sustainable and lower-cost producer. They are not yet in production, which presents a challenge.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global lithium market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars by 2030. Standard Lithium aims to capture a portion of this market with its DLE technology and Arkansas resources.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- DLE Technology
- Arkansas Resources (Smackover Formation)
- Potential for lower costs due to DLE
- Focus on sustainable extraction
Weaknesses
- Not yet in commercial production
- Reliance on pilot plant data
- Funding requirements for project development
- Relatively small company compared to industry giants
Opportunities
- Growing EV market
- Increasing lithium demand
- Strategic partnerships with major companies
- Government support for domestic lithium production
Threats
- Competition from established lithium producers
- Technological risks associated with DLE
- Fluctuations in lithium prices
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ALB
- LTHM
- SQM
- MP Materials (MP)
Competitive Landscape
Standard Lithium is smaller than its major competitors but aims to differentiate itself through DLE technology and its focus on Arkansas resources. It is a riskier investment due to its pre-revenue status.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is characterized by resource expansion and technological development rather than revenue generation.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on successfully bringing its projects into commercial production. Analyst estimates vary based on project timelines and lithium price forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing project engineering, securing partnerships, and obtaining environmental permits.
Summary
Standard Lithium is an early-stage lithium developer focused on DLE technology. While the technology holds promise and the growing demand for lithium presents a significant opportunity, the company faces substantial risks associated with bringing its projects into commercial production. Its success hinges on securing funding, executing its project plans, and navigating the competitive landscape. The company's current lack of revenue generation makes it a speculative investment.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Standard Lithium Ltd. company website
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor. Market share estimates are approximate and may vary. All financial data is in USD unless otherwise specified.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Standard Lithium Ltd
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Vancouver, BC, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-09-22 | CEO & Director Mr. David Park | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Other Industrial Metals & Mining | Full time employees 43 | Website https://www.standardlithium.com |
Full time employees 43 | Website https://www.standardlithium.com |
Standard Lithium Ltd. explores for, develops, and processes lithium brine properties in the United States. Its flagship project is the South West Arkansas Project and the Phase 1A Project located in southern Arkansas. The company was formerly known as Patriot Petroleum Corp. and changed its name to Standard Lithium Ltd. in December 2016. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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