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Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)

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$161.32
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Profit since last BUY-9.25%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/27/2025: FNV (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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15 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $186.5

Year Target Price $186.5

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$186.5Target price
Low$111.82
Current$161.32
high$179.58

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -1.02%
Avg. Invested days 43
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 31.21B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 50.26
1Y Target Price 186.28
Price to earnings Ratio 50.26
1Y Target Price 186.28
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.5
52 Weeks Range 111.82 - 179.58
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 111.82 - 179.58
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.94%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.21

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 50.94%
Operating Margin (TTM) 68.87%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.03%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.2%

Valuation

Trailing PE 50.26
Forward PE 35.71
Enterprise Value 30081520159
Price to Sales(TTM) 25.75
Enterprise Value 30081520159
Price to Sales(TTM) 25.75
Enterprise Value to Revenue 24.55
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 27.42
Shares Outstanding 192648000
Shares Floating 191135992
Shares Outstanding 192648000
Shares Floating 191135992
Percent Insiders 0.68
Percent Institutions 77.18

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 186.5
Buy 3
Strong Buy 6
Buy 3
Strong Buy 6
Hold 6
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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Franco-Nevada Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Franco-Nevada was founded in 1983 and has evolved into a leading gold-focused royalty and stream company. It has grown through acquisitions and organic portfolio expansion, diversifying into other resource sectors.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Gold Stream and Royalty: Franco-Nevada acquires royalty and stream interests in producing and near-production gold mines, providing upfront capital in exchange for a percentage of future production or revenue.
  • Other Mining Assets: In addition to gold, the company holds interests in silver, platinum group metals (PGMs), base metals, and other resources.
  • Energy: Franco-Nevada also has a royalty portfolio in oil and gas properties, primarily in North America.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Paul Brink is the President and CEO. The company has a Board of Directors responsible for governance and oversight. Franco-Nevada operates with a decentralized structure, allowing flexibility in deal-making.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Gold Stream and Royalty Agreements: Franco-Nevada provides financing to mining companies in exchange for a share of their gold production. Market share is difficult to define precisely, but Franco-Nevada is a leading player in the royalty/streaming sector. Key competitors include Wheaton Precious Metals and Royal Gold. Revenue varies annually based on mineral prices and production from underlying assets.
  • Energy Royalties: Royalties on oil and gas production. This is a smaller part of their portfolio compared to gold. Competitors would be other royalty and streaming companies with energy exposure. Revenue varies significantly based on energy prices and production.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The royalty and streaming industry provides alternative financing to mining companies, offering upfront capital in exchange for future metal production. Demand is driven by miners' need for financing and investor interest in precious metals.

Positioning

Franco-Nevada is a leader in the royalty and streaming space, known for its diversified portfolio, conservative approach, and strong financial position. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale, experienced team, and access to capital.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for mining and energy financing is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually. Franco-Nevada is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its deal-making capabilities.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Diversified portfolio of royalties and streams
  • Strong financial position with no debt
  • Experienced management team
  • Conservative approach to deal-making
  • High margins and cash flow generation

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
  • Dependence on the performance of underlying mining assets
  • Potential for geopolitical risks in certain regions
  • Less upside than direct mining equity ownership

Opportunities

  • Further expansion of royalty and streaming portfolio
  • Increased demand for alternative financing in the mining sector
  • Potential for new discoveries and mine expansions on existing properties
  • Diversification into other resource sectors

Threats

  • Decline in commodity prices
  • Increased regulatory scrutiny of the mining industry
  • Operational problems at underlying mining assets
  • Competition from other royalty and streaming companies
  • Permitting Risks and Environmental Regulations

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • WPM
  • RGLD
  • SAND

Competitive Landscape

Franco-Nevada is considered a premium player in the royalty and streaming space, commanding a higher valuation due to its strong financial position and diversified portfolio. It competes with other royalty and streaming companies for new deals.

Major Acquisitions

Loma Larga Gold Project Royalties

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 65
  • Strategic Rationale: Increased exposure to a high-quality gold project in Ecuador.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Franco-Nevada has grown steadily through organic portfolio expansion and strategic acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in royalty revenue, driven by increased production from existing assets and new acquisitions. (Note: Insert specific growth projections if available)

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions of new royalty packages in the mining and energy sectors.

Summary

Franco-Nevada is a strong company with a diversified royalty portfolio and a solid financial position. Its high margins and conservative approach have enabled it to deliver consistent growth and shareholder returns. Exposure to commodity price fluctuations and dependence on underlying mining assets are key considerations. The company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in the mining and energy sectors.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q), Analyst Reports, Industry Publications

Disclaimers:

The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual due diligence and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share figures are estimates and may vary.

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About Franco-Nevada Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Toronto, ON, Canada
IPO Launch date 2007-12-03
President, CEO & Director Mr. Paul Brink
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Gold
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Franco-Nevada Corporation operates as a royalty and stream company focused on precious metals in South America, Central America, Mexico, the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and internationally. It operates through Precious Metals, Other Mining and Energy segments. The company manages its portfolio with a focus on precious metals, such as gold, silver, and platinum group metals; and engages in the sale of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids through a third-party marketing agent. Franco-Nevada Corporation was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.