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Ferroglobe PLC (GSM)

Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$4.51
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/05/2025: GSM (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $8

1 Year Target Price $8

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$8 Target price
52w Low $2.95
Current$4.51
52w High $5.74

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -31.59%
Avg. Invested days 27
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/05/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 839.82M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 6.72
1Y Target Price 8
Price to earnings Ratio 6.72
1Y Target Price 8
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 1.12
52 Weeks Range 2.95 - 5.74
Updated Date 11/5/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.95 - 5.74
Updated Date 11/5/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.18%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.67

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 2025-11-05
When After Market
Estimate 0.05
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -5.77%
Operating Margin (TTM) 2.26%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.49%
Return on Equity (TTM) -10.52%

Valuation

Trailing PE 6.72
Forward PE 10.09
Enterprise Value 919438454
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value 919438454
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.66
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.5
Shares Outstanding 186625871
Shares Floating 103986083
Shares Outstanding 186625871
Shares Floating 103986083
Percent Insiders 36.61
Percent Institutions 60.03

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Ferroglobe PLC

Ferroglobe PLC(GSM) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Ferroglobe PLC was formed in 2015 through the combination of FerroAtlu00e1ntica and Globe Specialty Metals. FerroAtlu00e1ntica was founded in 1990. The company is a leading producer of silicon metal, silicon-based alloys, and manganese-based alloys.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Silicon Metal: Production of silicon metal, used in the chemical, aluminum, and electronics industries. Provides approximately 42% of revenue.
  • Silicon-Based Alloys: Production of ferrosilicon and other silicon alloys, used in the steel and foundry industries. Provides approximately 43% of revenue.
  • Manganese-Based Alloys: Production of high carbon ferromanganese and silicomanganese, used primarily in steel production. Provides approximately 15% of revenue.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Ferroglobe is led by CEO Dr. Marco Levi. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, dividing operations by product type and geography.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Silicon Metal: High-purity silicon metal used in the chemical, aluminum, and electronics industries. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but Ferroglobe is considered a major global player, competing with companies like Elkem and Rusal. Competitors include Elkem, Rusal, and Simcoa Operations Pty Ltd.
  • Ferrosilicon: An alloy of iron and silicon used as a deoxidizer and alloying agent in the steel industry. Similar market share data limitations apply; however, Ferroglobe is a significant producer. Competitors include Elkem, AMG, and OM Holdings Limited.
  • Silicomanganese: An alloy of manganese, silicon, and iron used in steel production. Market share data is similarly fragmented but Ferroglobe competes globally in this sector. Competitors include South32, Vale S.A. and Eramet.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The market for silicon metal and alloys is driven by demand from the aluminum, chemical, and steel industries. Fluctuations in these sectors heavily impact demand and pricing. The industry is cyclical and subject to global economic trends.

Positioning

Ferroglobe PLC is a vertically integrated producer, offering a range of silicon and manganese-based products. Their global footprint gives them a competitive advantage. They are considered a cost competitive company in this space.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually, influenced by metal prices and industrial output. Ferroglobe holds a substantial position but doesn't dominate the entire market due to intense global competition.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global presence and production capacity
  • Vertically integrated operations
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Cost-competitive production

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Exposure to commodity price volatility
  • Cyclical industry
  • Geopolitical risks.

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for silicon in renewable energy (solar panels)
  • Expansion into value-added products
  • Strategic acquisitions
  • Increasing demand for alloys in electric vehicle (EV) production.

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Increased competition from low-cost producers
  • Changes in trade regulations
  • Environmental regulations and compliance costs

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ELK.OL
  • AMG
  • OMH.AX
  • ERMT.PA
  • VALE

Competitive Landscape

Ferroglobe competes with larger and smaller producers, facing pressure on pricing and cost control. Their vertical integration provides some advantages, but they remain vulnerable to commodity price fluctuations.

Major Acquisitions

No recent significant acquisitions

  • Year: 0
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: N/A

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Ferroglobe's growth has been cyclical, mirroring the fluctuations in the industries it serves (steel, aluminum, chemicals). Access to archived financial data is needed to accurately portray growth trends.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates for Ferroglobe's future growth depend on anticipated demand for silicon and manganese alloys, which are used in steel, aluminum, and solar panels. These figures are subject to change depending on economic conditions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost reduction programs and expansion into specialty products.

Summary

Ferroglobe PLC is a significant player in the silicon metal and alloy market with a global presence and vertically integrated operations. High debt levels and cyclical demand fluctuations are challenges. Growth opportunities lie in renewable energy and specialty product expansion. The company must navigate intense global competition and economic uncertainties.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company website (Investor Relations)
  • SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Industry reports (e.g., from CRU, Wood Mackenzie)
  • Bloomberg Terminal
  • Yahoo Finance

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About Ferroglobe PLC

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2009-07-30
CEO & Executive Director Dr. Marco Levi
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Other Industrial Metals & Mining
Full time employees 3283
Full time employees 3283

Ferroglobe PLC produces and sells silicon metal, and silicon and manganese-based ferroalloys in the United States, Europe, and internationally. It provides silicone chemicals that are used in a range of applications, including personal care items, construction-related products, health care products, and electronics; and silicon metal for primary and secondary aluminum producers. The company also offers silicomanganese, which is used as deoxidizing agent in the steel manufacturing process; and ferromanganese that is used as a deoxidizing, desulphurizing and degassing agent in the removal of nitrogen and other harmful elements from steel. In addition, it offers ferrosilicon products that are used to produce stainless steel, carbon steel, and various other steel alloys, as well as to manufacture electrodes and aluminum; calcium silicon for deoxidation and desulfurization of liquid steel, and cast iron pipes coating production, as well as in the welding process of powder metal and in pyrotechnics; and foundry products, such as nodularizers and inoculants for production of iron. Further, the company provides silica fume, a by-product of the electrometallurgical process of silicon metal and ferrosilicon. Additionally, it operates quartz mines in South Africa, Spain, the United States, and Canada; and low-ash metallurgical coal mines in the United States; charcoal production facility in South Africa; and hydroelectric power plant in France. The company serves silicone chemical producers; aluminum and steel manufacturers; auto companies and their suppliers; ductile iron foundries; manufacturers of photovoltaic solar cells and computer chips; and concrete producers. Ferroglobe PLC was formerly known as VeloNewco Limited and changed its name to Ferroglobe PLC in December 2015. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.