Centerra Gold Inc(CGAU)

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4-STAR RATING
PASS
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$21.78
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CGAU

11/06/2026: CGAU (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Centerra Gold Inc is a mid-tier, Canada-based mining company specializing in gold and copper production. Following its major divestiture of the Kumtor mine, the company has transformed into a more focused operator with a primary asset base in North America. Its main strengths include a robust balance sheet and operations in politically stable jurisdictions. However, its reliance on a limited number of mines creates operational concentration risk, and financial performance remains highly sensitive to commodity price volatility. The stock may best suit investors seeking commodity exposure through an experienced producer, though they should monitor production targets and long-term exploration success.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth potential through operational improvements rather than rapid, aggressive expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends on the prevailing gold price cycle and technical breakouts in the stock price.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that reflect asset-based book values and a strong cash position.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividends are available but fluctuate based on commodity cycles and capital reinvestment needs.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe inherent volatility of gold prices and single-asset operational risks make this unsuitable for risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe company's revenue is directly tied to fluctuations in gold and copper prices.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward gold miners can lead to significant swings in the stock's valuation relative to net asset value.
Competition risk (Major Gold Producers)MediumLarger competitors have greater scale, allowing for lower costs and broader geographic diversification.
Business qualityMediumThe company has strong financial health but a reliance on a limited number of operating assets.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are not guaranteed and are sensitive to operational cash flow volatility.
Execution riskMedium / highMaintaining stable output at complex mines like Mount Milligan is critical for meeting financial guidance.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

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

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 89.89%
Avg. Invested days 47
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CGAU receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CGAU has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+626.4%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.8%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.16%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CGAU's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 33.5% and operating margin of 22.7%. Overall financial-health metrics support a 4-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is CGAU's strongest growth driver at +626.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+14.0%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-17.1%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.0% and approximately 99.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.16%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

L1 Capital Pty Ltd 8.44%
Donald Smith & Co Inc 7.98%
Van Eck Associates Corporation 6.89%
Acadian Asset Management LLC 3.93%
Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership 3.85%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CGAU generates approximately $335 of gross profit, $227 of operating income, and $68 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 20.11%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CGAU has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.21B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.04
1Y Target Price 16
Price to earnings Ratio 10.04
1Y Target Price 16
Volume (30-day avg) 1.3M shares
Beta 1.62
52 Weeks Range 11.25 - 24.52
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 11.25 - 24.52
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.94%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.17

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Mount Milligan MineGold and copper concentrate production from this BC-based asset.The primary revenue engine for the company.
Öksüt MineGold production from heap-leaching processes in Turkey.A key secondary cash-flow contributor.
GeographyMining operations in Canada, the United States, and Turkey.Diversification reduces reliance on any single political or regulatory regime.

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 2026-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 0.33
Actual 0.37

Profitability

Profit Margin 23.67%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.16%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 16.26%
Return on Equity (TTM) 20.83%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.04
Forward PE 11.79
Enterprise Value 3.89B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.3
Enterprise Value 3.89B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.3
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.13
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.13
Shares Outstanding 193.50M
Shares Floating 193.01M
Shares Outstanding 193.50M
Shares Floating 193.01M
Percent Insiders 0.16
Percent Institutions 93.97

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)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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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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