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Denison Mines Corp (DNN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/11/2025: DNN (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
12 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $4.38
1 Year Target Price $4.38
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 7 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 15.63% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.60B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.38 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 1.93 | 52 Weeks Range 1.08 - 2.47 | Updated Date 07/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.08 - 2.47 | Updated Date 07/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.1 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) -1609.89% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -6.18% | Return on Equity (TTM) -20.12% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 1488079501 | Price to Sales(TTM) 349.43 |
Enterprise Value 1488079501 | Price to Sales(TTM) 349.43 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 446.08 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 27.66 | Shares Outstanding 896345024 | Shares Floating 893449348 |
Shares Outstanding 896345024 | Shares Floating 893449348 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.3 | Percent Institutions 56.87 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Denison Mines Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Denison Mines Corp. (DML) was founded in 1954 as Denison Petroleum. The company has evolved to become a uranium exploration and development company with assets primarily in the Athabasca Basin region of northern Saskatchewan, Canada. Key milestones include the discovery and development of the Elliot Lake uranium mines and the acquisition of significant uranium assets.
Core Business Areas
- Uranium Exploration and Development: Focuses on exploring and developing uranium deposits, primarily in the Athabasca Basin region of northern Saskatchewan, Canada. This includes activities related to mine planning, environmental assessment, and permitting.
- Uranium Mining: Denison is advancing its Wheeler River project, with plans to become a uranium producer. This will be Denisonu2019s first uranium mining. Denison has recently received its needed permit to mine.
- Uranium Processing: Denison participates in the Rabbit Lake operation and has interest and is able to process its own uranium.
Leadership and Structure
David Cates serves as President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with functional departments including exploration, development, operations, finance, and legal.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Uranium: Denison's primary 'product' is uranium concentrate (U3O8), a key fuel for nuclear power plants. They currently do not have market share, but when the Wheeler River project starts mining, Denison anticipates to have a significant portion. Competitors include Cameco (CCJ), Orano, and Kazatomprom.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The uranium industry is driven by the demand for nuclear power. Demand is increasing with a greater push for sustainable energy across the globe. Factors influencing uranium prices include geopolitical events, nuclear energy policies, and supply disruptions. The industry is consolidated, with a few major players dominating global production.
Positioning
Denison is positioned as a uranium developer focused on high-grade deposits in the Athabasca Basin. Its competitive advantage lies in its high-quality assets, advanced development projects like Wheeler River, and innovative mining methods (ISR).
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global uranium market is estimated to be worth billions of dollars annually. Denison is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM by bringing its Wheeler River project into production. Future TAM is expected to grow as Nuclear Energy sees a resurgence in demand and more nuclear power plants come online.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High-grade uranium deposits in the Athabasca Basin
- Advanced stage Wheeler River project
- Innovative ISR mining method
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Not yet a producer; reliance on development timelines
- Subject to regulatory approvals and environmental permitting
- Sensitivity to uranium price fluctuations
- Smaller market capitalization compared to major producers
Opportunities
- Rising uranium prices driven by nuclear energy demand
- Expansion of existing projects and acquisition of new assets
- Partnerships with utilities or other mining companies
- Technological advancements in uranium extraction and processing
Threats
- Geopolitical instability and nuclear policy changes
- Environmental opposition to uranium mining
- Competition from low-cost uranium producers
- Delays in project development and permitting
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CCJ
- NXE.TO
- GLO.TO
Competitive Landscape
Denison's advantage is its high grade uranium deposit at Wheeler River in the Athabasca basin, but it lacks a production profile as compared to Cameco.
Major Acquisitions
Fission Uranium
- Year: 2015
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 360
- Strategic Rationale: To consolidate uranium resources in the Athabasca Basin and acquire the Patterson Lake South project. This transaction was ultimately unsuccessful.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Denison's historical growth has been characterized by the acquisition and exploration of uranium assets. Stock price appreciation and losses are dependent on Uranium prices
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by the development of the Wheeler River project and the potential for new discoveries. Analyst estimates vary depending on uranium price forecasts and project timelines.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing the Wheeler River project, securing environmental approvals, and exploring new uranium assets.
Summary
Denison Mines Corp. is a uranium exploration and development company with significant potential in the Athabasca Basin. Its key strength is the high-grade Wheeler River project, but it faces challenges in securing financing and navigating regulatory hurdles. Denison is well-positioned to benefit from rising uranium prices and increasing demand for nuclear energy. The company needs to successfully develop Wheeler River into a mine and control project spending.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Denison Mines Corp. company reports
- Industry publications
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a financial professional. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise.
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 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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