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BHP Group Limited(BHP)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$82.86
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BHP

11/09/2026: BHP (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

BHP Group Limited is a major global resources company primarily focused on the extraction of iron ore, copper, nickel, and metallurgical coal. The company is known for its high-quality, long-life asset base and a disciplined capital allocation strategy that consistently supports shareholder dividends. Its main growth opportunity lies in providing critical minerals for the global energy transition, while its primary risks involve exposure to cyclical commodity prices and industrial demand fluctuations in China. BHP may suit dividend and value-oriented investors seeking long-term exposure to resources. Investors should monitor commodity price trends, project execution in potash, and shifting environmental regulations.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitWhile BHP offers exposure to energy transition metals, it is a mature, cyclical commodity company rather than a high-growth tech firm.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find opportunity during commodity price super-cycles when the stock shows strong trend strength.
Value investorStrong fitBHP is often attractive to value investors due to its strong cash flows, disciplined capital allocation, and cyclical valuation profile.
Dividend investorStrong fitBHP is historically a top choice for dividend seekers due to its consistent dividend policy and ability to generate significant cash.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the business is high-quality, the inherent volatility of commodity prices makes it unsuitable for investors with very low risk tolerance.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighCommodity price fluctuations directly impact profitability and stock performance.
Valuation riskMediumCyclical peaks can lead to overvaluation, while troughs may present better entry points.
Competition risk (Commodity market)Medium / highIntense competition from low-cost peers impacts pricing power.
Business qualityStrongBHP holds high-quality, long-life assets that provide a sustainable competitive edge.
Dividend incomeStrongBHP's dividend reliability is a core pillar of its investment thesis.
Execution riskMediumLarge-scale mining projects like Jansen involve complex execution and capital deployment risks.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -4.45%
Avg. Invested days 40
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BHP receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BHP has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, moderate earnings growth (+9.0%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 20.3%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.01%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BHP's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $11.9B (20.3% of revenue). Liquidity is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BHP's strongest growth driver at +28.6% FY2026 versus FY2025 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+14.6%, solid) and earnings growth (+9.0%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 4.7% (soft) and 97.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (strong). Insider ownership is only 0.01%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Fisher Asset Management, LLC 0.96%
The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 0.41%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 0.41%
FMR Inc 0.26%
Citigroup Inc 0.22%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BHP generates approximately $756 of gross profit, $434 of operating income, and $203 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 41.88%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BHP has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 203.04B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.7
1Y Target Price 78.14
Price to earnings Ratio 20.7
1Y Target Price 78.14
Volume (30-day avg) 3.2M shares
Beta 0.89
52 Weeks Range 50.08 - 96.60
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 50.08 - 96.60
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.19%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.86

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Iron OreOperations in Western Australia and Brazil; primarily iron ore sales.This is a primary profit engine, heavily influenced by Chinese industrial demand.
CopperGlobal copper mines; critical metal for electrification.The growth driver of the future, benefiting from global energy transition demand.
GeographyGlobal operations with significant sales exposure to Asia.Success depends heavily on Asian industrial and economic health.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.7
Forward PE 15.85
Enterprise Value 211.49B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.46
Enterprise Value 211.49B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.46
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.6
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.88
Shares Outstanding 2.54B
Shares Floating 2.48B
Shares Outstanding 2.54B
Shares Floating 2.48B
Percent Insiders 0.01
Percent Institutions 4.68

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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