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Fortuna Silver Mines Inc(FSM)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$9.51
11/10/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FSM

11/10/2026: FSM (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Fortuna Silver Mines is a mid-tier precious metals mining company with operations in the Americas and West Africa. The company has a diversified portfolio of gold and silver assets, which provides some balance against commodity-specific price volatility. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the ongoing optimization and potential exploration upside of its established mines. However, the company faces significant risks from geopolitical instability in its operating regions, operational execution challenges, and fluctuating precious metal prices. It is generally better suited for investors interested in resource exposure who can tolerate high volatility, though it may not appeal to those seeking steady dividend income.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to commodity cycles and successful project development rather than consistent organic revenue growth.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock often follows trends in gold and silver prices rather than internal company-specific momentum.
Value investorStrong fitThe company is often traded based on asset valuation and reserve life, which may appeal to resource-focused value investors.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company currently does not offer a significant or consistent dividend yield.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe inherent volatility of mining and exposure to geopolitical risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighRevenue is highly sensitive to fluctuations in global gold and silver prices.
Valuation riskMedium / highEquity valuations in the mining sector are subject to sudden shifts based on reserve estimates and commodity outlooks.
Competition risk (Precious Metals Mining)MediumAccess to high-quality deposits is limited, creating competition for acquisitions and exploration licenses.
Business qualityMediumOperational success is heavily dependent on technical execution and local site stability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not prioritize returning capital through dividends.
Execution riskMedium / highMining projects carry significant risks related to construction, permitting, and operational ramp-up.

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 25.24%
Avg. Invested days 35
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
FSM receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
FSM has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+134.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 30.7%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-9.6%), very low insider ownership of 0.62%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
FSM's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 48.7% and operating margin of 38.5%. Overall financial-health metrics support a 4-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is FSM's strongest growth driver at +134.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+81.8%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (-9.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 79.9% and approximately 98.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.62%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Van Eck Associates Corporation 7.09%
MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. 5.08%
Acadian Asset Management LLC 4.06%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 3.71%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.99%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
FSM generates approximately $487 of gross profit, $385 of operating income, and $307 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 27.84%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
FSM 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 2.98B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.6
1Y Target Price 14.5
Price to earnings Ratio 10.6
1Y Target Price 14.5
Volume (30-day avg) 5.8M shares
Beta 2.04
52 Weeks Range 7.90 - 13.85
Updated Date 11/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 7.90 - 13.85
Updated Date 11/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.95

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Gold SalesGold dore bars produced from mines in Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire.Gold production is currently the primary revenue driver for the company.
Silver/Base Metals SalesSilver, lead, and zinc concentrates from mines in Peru and Mexico.Silver and base metals provide a secondary income stream and diversification.
Geographic ExposureOperations in Latin America and West Africa.The company's earnings depend on the political and economic stability of these specific regions.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When After Market
Estimate 0.14
Actual 0.17

Profitability

Profit Margin 24.7%
Operating Margin (TTM) 35.49%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 14.68%
Return on Equity (TTM) 18.64%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.6
Forward PE 6.53
Enterprise Value 2.66B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.43
Enterprise Value 2.66B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.43
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.17
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.48
Shares Outstanding 295.96M
Shares Floating 292.81M
Shares Outstanding 295.96M
Shares Floating 292.81M
Percent Insiders 0.62
Percent Institutions 79.94

Financial Metrics

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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)

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