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Lithium Americas Corp (LAC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/14/2025: LAC (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Above Average Performance
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Number of Analysts
15 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $5.78
1 Year Target Price $5.78
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 32.85% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.39B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.78 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.78 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 3.45 | 52 Weeks Range 2.31 - 10.52 | Updated Date 11/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.31 - 10.52 | Updated Date 11/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.08 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.99% | Return on Equity (TTM) -32.03% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 40 | Enterprise Value 1373456443 | Price to Sales(TTM) 177.97 |
Enterprise Value 1373456443 | Price to Sales(TTM) 177.97 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 88.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -293.54 | Shares Outstanding 303488288 | Shares Floating 269974076 |
Shares Outstanding 303488288 | Shares Floating 269974076 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.84 | Percent Institutions 20.49 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Lithium Americas Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Lithium Americas Corp. was founded in 2007. Initially focused on exploring and developing lithium resources in North and South America. Key milestones include the Cauchari-Olaroz project development and the separation of its North American assets into Lithium Americas (Argentina) Corp. in 2023.
Core Business Areas
- Lithium Exploration and Development: Focuses on identifying and developing lithium resources, primarily through large-scale brine and spodumene projects.
- Lithium Production: Involves the extraction and processing of lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide from brine and spodumene deposits.
Leadership and Structure
Jonathan Evans serves as President and CEO. The company operates with a board of directors and a management team overseeing different aspects of project development, operations, and corporate strategy.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Lithium Carbonate: Lithium carbonate is a chemical compound used in the production of lithium-ion batteries. Lithium Americas is producing lithium carbonate at its Cauchari-Olaroz project. Market share data is nascent, as production recently commenced. Competitors include SQM (SQM), Albemarle (ALB), and Ganfeng Lithium.
- Lithium Hydroxide: Lithium hydroxide is also used in lithium-ion batteries, often preferred for higher-performance batteries. Lithium Americas aims to produce lithium hydroxide in the future, but not yet. Market Share is zero. Competitors include SQM (SQM), Albemarle (ALB), and Ganfeng Lithium.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The lithium industry is experiencing rapid growth driven by the increasing demand for lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The industry is characterized by high capital costs, complex extraction processes, and increasing environmental concerns.
Positioning
Lithium Americas Corp. is positioned as a key player in the lithium market, focused on developing large-scale, low-cost lithium resources. The company aims to establish a vertically integrated lithium supply chain.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global lithium market is projected to reach hundreds of billions USD in the coming decade. Lithium Americas Corp. is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its Cauchari-Olaroz and future projects.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large-scale lithium resources
- Low-cost production potential
- Strategic partnerships
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Project execution risk
- Geopolitical risks
- Dependence on regulatory approvals
Opportunities
- Growing demand for lithium-ion batteries
- Expansion into downstream processing
- Strategic acquisitions
- Government incentives for lithium production
Threats
- Fluctuations in lithium prices
- Competition from established lithium producers
- Environmental regulations
- Technological advancements in battery technology
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ALB
- SQM
- LTHM
Competitive Landscape
Lithium Americas Corp. competes with established lithium producers based on project scale, production costs, and technological innovation. Its advantages include large-scale resources and low-cost potential, while its disadvantages include project execution risk and dependence on regulatory approvals.
Major Acquisitions
Millennial Lithium
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 400
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Lithium Americas' portfolio of lithium brine projects in Argentina.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by project development and resource expansion.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by increased lithium production at Cauchari-Olaroz and the development of new projects.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the commencement of production at Cauchari-Olaroz, project financing activities, and strategic partnerships.
Summary
Lithium Americas Corp. is a growth-oriented company focused on developing large-scale lithium resources. The commencement of production at Cauchari-Olaroz is a major milestone. The company faces execution risks and competition from established players, but it is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for lithium. Financial health relies on successful production ramp-up and favorable lithium prices.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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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 - | Website https://www.lithiumamericas.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.lithiumamericas.com | ||
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.
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