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5E Advanced Materials Inc (FEAM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: FEAM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $9.75
1 Year Target Price $9.75
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -63.61% | Avg. Invested days 16 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 89.09M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.55 | 52 Weeks Range 2.82 - 24.84 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.82 - 24.84 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -10.63 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-09-15 | When After Market | Estimate -0.66 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -36.1% | Return on Equity (TTM) -82.78% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 85317802 | Price to Sales(TTM) 12063.8 |
Enterprise Value 85317802 | Price to Sales(TTM) 12063.8 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -2.86 | Shares Outstanding 22441300 | Shares Floating 12701860 |
Shares Outstanding 22441300 | Shares Floating 12701860 | ||
Percent Insiders 36.58 | Percent Institutions 41.99 |
Upturn AI SWOT
5E Advanced Materials Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
5E Advanced Materials Inc. (formerly American Pacific Borates) focuses on developing boron and lithium resources. Founded in 2016, it aims to become a key supplier of boron advanced materials and lithium. It is currently focused on the development of its Fort Cady Integrated Boron Facility.
Core Business Areas
- Boron and Lithium Extraction and Processing: Focuses on the extraction and processing of boron and lithium from its Fort Cady project in Southern California, creating advanced materials such as boric acid, lithium carbonate, and other specialty chemicals.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes key executives in operations, finance, and business development. Organizational structure follows a typical corporate hierarchy with departments focused on mining, processing, sales, and administration.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Boric Acid: Boric acid is used in various industries, including agriculture, glass manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. Market share information is still developing as the Fort Cady project is in the ramp-up phase. Key competitors include Rio Tinto (RIO) and Eti Maden.
- Lithium Carbonate: Lithium carbonate is essential for battery production in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The company's market share is expected to grow as production increases. Competitors include Albemarle (ALB), SQM (SQM), and Ganfeng Lithium (GNENF).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The boron and lithium markets are growing due to increasing demand for electronics, renewable energy, and energy storage. The shift towards electric vehicles drives lithium demand. Increasing agricultural needs drive Boron demand.
Positioning
5E Advanced Materials Inc aims to be a vertically integrated producer of boron and lithium advanced materials. Their competitive advantage lies in its location with its unique Boron ore and integration plans to produce end-use advanced materials.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for boron and lithium is expected to reach billions of dollars. 5E Advanced Materials Inc. is positioning itself to capture a significant portion of this market by expanding production capacity and developing innovative extraction technologies.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Unique Boron ore deposit with lithium co-product potential
- Strategic location in Southern California
- Vertically integrated business model
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Ramp-up in production capacity
- Project execution risks
- High capital expenditures
- Negative cash flow
Opportunities
- Growing demand for boron and lithium
- Expansion into new markets and applications
- Potential for strategic partnerships
- Technological advancements in extraction and processing
Threats
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Competition from established producers
- Regulatory and environmental challenges
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- RIO
- ALB
- SQM
- IMERYS
Competitive Landscape
5E Advanced Materials Inc. is an emerging player in the boron and lithium market. It competes with established global producers. Its competitive advantage is the Fort Cady project and its unique ore composition which allows for extraction and processing in place.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been limited due to project development phase.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on successful ramp-up and expansion of the Fort Cady facility. Analyst estimates vary based on production targets and market prices.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include securing additional funding, completing construction milestones at Fort Cady, and establishing partnerships with potential customers.
Summary
5E Advanced Materials Inc. is a developing company focused on the boron and lithium market, with potential for significant growth if the Fort Cady project can execute its ramp-up. The company faces risks associated with project execution, commodity price volatility, and competition from established players. Successful scaling of production and market penetration are critical for future success. They have no revenue and are highly dependant on external funding.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and estimates, and actual results may vary. This is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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About 5E Advanced Materials Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Hesperia, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2022-03-15 | President & CEO Mr. Paul Weibel CPA | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 57 | Website https://5eadvancedmaterials.com |
Full time employees 57 | Website https://5eadvancedmaterials.com | ||
5E Advanced Materials, Inc., an exploration stage company, engages in the exploration and development of mineral properties in the United States. The company primarily explores for borates and lithium deposits. It holds 100% interest in the Fort Cady project located in the Mojave Desert region in eastern San Bernardino County, California; and a 100% earn-in agreement in the Salt Wells Projects covering an area of 14 square miles situated in Churchill County, Nevada. The company was formerly known as American Pacific Borates Limited. 5E Advanced Materials, Inc. was incorporated in 2021 and is based in Hesperia, California.
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