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Lithium Americas Corp (LAC)

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$2.68
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: LAC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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15 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $4.88

1 Year Target Price $4.88

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$4.88Target price
Low$2.02
Current$2.68
high$5.2

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -16.79%
Avg. Invested days 29
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 608.03M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.88
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.88
Volume (30-day avg) 15
Beta 1.54
52 Weeks Range 2.02 - 5.20
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.02 - 5.20
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.22

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -2.49%
Return on Equity (TTM) -7.14%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 40
Enterprise Value 182607448
Price to Sales(TTM) 177.97
Enterprise Value 182607448
Price to Sales(TTM) 177.97
Enterprise Value to Revenue 88.41
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -293.54
Shares Outstanding 218904992
Shares Floating 184738203
Shares Outstanding 218904992
Shares Floating 184738203
Percent Insiders 14.25
Percent Institutions 29.33

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 4.88
Buy 3
Strong Buy 4
Buy 3
Strong Buy 4
Hold 8
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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Lithium Americas Corp

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Lithium Americas Corp. was founded in 2007. Initially focused on projects in Argentina, the company has expanded to include operations in North America, specifically the Thacker Pass project in Nevada. The company has navigated permitting challenges and strategic partnerships to advance its lithium projects.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Lithium Exploration and Development: Focuses on identifying and developing lithium resources. This includes geological surveys, resource estimation, and feasibility studies.
  • Lithium Production: Involves the extraction and processing of lithium from brine and hard rock deposits. The main project is Thacker Pass located in Nevada.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes Jonathan Evans (President and CEO) and other executives overseeing operations, finance, and legal matters. The company has a board of directors responsible for governance and strategic oversight.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Lithium Carbonate: Lithium carbonate is a crucial product used in batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The market share is emerging with Thacker Pass aiming to be a significant producer. Competitors include Albemarle and SQM. No real market share at this time, as they are not yet producing.
  • Lithium Hydroxide: Lithium hydroxide is another key battery material with increasing demand. The company's production plans include lithium hydroxide. Competitors include Livent and Ganfeng Lithium. No real market share at this time, as they are not yet producing.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The lithium industry is experiencing rapid growth due to the increasing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage. High demand has lead to periods of shortages and high prices. Government policies and subsidies are also influencing the market.

Positioning

Lithium Americas Corp. is positioned as a significant future producer of lithium, particularly through its Thacker Pass project. The company aims to become a key supplier in the North American market, reducing reliance on foreign sources. Competetive advantages could stem from North American production to support domestic supply chains.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global lithium market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars in the coming years. Lithium Americas Corp. is positioning to capture a substantial share of this market with its large resource base and production plans. Market is estimated to grow by 10x over the next 10 years.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Large lithium resource base (Thacker Pass)
  • Strategic location in North America
  • Strong partnerships with experienced industry players
  • Potential for low-cost production
  • Government support for domestic lithium production

Weaknesses

  • Permitting and regulatory hurdles
  • Development stage company with no current revenue
  • High capital expenditure requirements
  • Price of lithium is subject to volatility

Opportunities

  • Increasing demand for lithium in electric vehicles
  • Government incentives for domestic lithium production
  • Expansion of production capacity
  • Strategic partnerships with battery manufacturers

Threats

  • Fluctuations in lithium prices
  • Competition from established lithium producers
  • Environmental concerns and opposition to mining projects
  • Delays in permitting and construction

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ALB
  • SQM
  • LTHM

Competitive Landscape

Lithium Americas Corp. aims to compete with established players by offering a reliable supply of lithium from North America. The company's success depends on the timely completion of its projects and its ability to secure long-term contracts with battery manufacturers and electric vehicle companies. Advantage comes from production within the USA.

Major Acquisitions

Arena Minerals Inc.

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 227
  • Strategic Rationale: The acquisition of Arena Minerals provided Lithium Americas with increased ownership of the Pastos Grandes basin in Argentina, consolidating their position in that region and increasing their resources available.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been limited due to the company's development stage, primarily characterized by exploration, resource definition, and permitting activities.

Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be substantial, driven by the start of production at Thacker Pass and other projects. Analyst estimates vary, but generally anticipate significant revenue growth in the coming years. Data needs to be gathered from analyst reports for precise figures.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include securing financing for Thacker Pass, advancing permitting processes, and forming partnerships with key industry players.

Summary

Lithium Americas Corp. is a development-stage company with significant potential in the lithium market. Its main strength lies in its large resource base and strategic North American location. However, it faces challenges related to permitting, financing, and competition from established players. The company's future success depends on executing its development plans and securing long-term customer contracts.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry Analysis Reports
  • Analyst Estimates
  • Company Press Releases

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual risk tolerance and due diligence.

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About Lithium Americas Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Vancouver, BC, Canada
IPO Launch date 2018-01-25
President, CEO & Director Mr. Jonathan D. Evans
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Other Industrial Metals & Mining
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Lithium Americas Corp. focuses on developing, building, and operating of lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities in the United States and Canada. Its flagship asset is the Thacker Pass project located in the McDermitt Caldera in Humboldt County, northern Nevada, as well as invests in exploration properties in the United States and Canada. The company was incorporated in 2023 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.