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Lithium Argentina AG (LAR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: LAR (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $6.1
1 Year Target Price $6.1
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -16.89% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 416.16M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.1 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.1 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 1.72 | 52 Weeks Range 1.71 - 3.96 | Updated Date 06/23/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.71 - 3.96 | Updated Date 06/23/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.07 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-11 | When - | Estimate - | Actual -0.0252 |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.07% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 5.23 | Enterprise Value 527504253 | Price to Sales(TTM) 89.06 |
Enterprise Value 527504253 | Price to Sales(TTM) 89.06 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 88.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 36.73 | Shares Outstanding 161928992 | Shares Floating 135615535 |
Shares Outstanding 161928992 | Shares Floating 135615535 | ||
Percent Insiders 14.57 | Percent Institutions 23.23 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Lithium Argentina AG
Company Overview
History and Background
Lithium Argentina AG, (formerly Neo Lithium Corp), is a lithium exploration and development company focused on advancing its Cauchari East Project in Argentina. Founded with a mission to become a significant lithium producer in the region.
Core Business Areas
- Lithium Exploration and Development: Focuses on identifying and developing lithium brine resources in Argentina.
- Resource Assessment and Evaluation: Conducts geological studies and resource assessments to estimate lithium reserves and production potential.
- Project Management: Manages the development and construction of lithium extraction and processing facilities.
Leadership and Structure
Management team comprises experienced mining executives and geologists. Operates with a board of directors overseeing strategic decisions. Part of Lithium Americas following merger with Arena Minerals.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Lithium Carbonate/Hydroxide: Aims to produce battery-grade lithium carbonate/hydroxide from its Cauchari East project. As it is pre-production, no market share data is available. Competitors include SQM, Albemarle, Ganfeng Lithium.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The lithium industry is experiencing rapid growth driven by increasing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Supply shortages and price volatility are current challenges.
Positioning
Lithium Argentina AG is positioned as a potential emerging lithium producer in Argentina. Its competitive advantage lies in its high-quality lithium resource and strategic location in the Lithium Triangle.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global lithium market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars by the end of the decade. Lithium Argentina AG aims to capture a significant share of this market through its Cauchari East project. It is still in the early stages with respect to this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High-quality lithium resource
- Strategic location in the Lithium Triangle
- Experienced management team
- Strong potential for resource expansion
Weaknesses
- Pre-production status
- Reliance on external financing
- Geopolitical risks in Argentina
- Subject to regulatory uncertainty
Opportunities
- Increasing lithium demand from EV and energy storage markets
- Potential for strategic partnerships and offtake agreements
- Advancements in lithium extraction technology
- Government support for lithium development in Argentina
Threats
- Fluctuations in lithium prices
- Competition from established lithium producers
- Environmental regulations and social concerns
- Project delays and cost overruns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ALB
- SQM
- LTHM
Competitive Landscape
Lithium Argentina AG faces competition from established lithium producers with greater financial resources and operational experience. It needs to differentiate itself through cost-effective production and strategic partnerships.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Not applicable due to pre-production stage.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on the successful ramp-up of lithium production at Cauchari East. Analyst estimates vary depending on project timelines and lithium prices.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on completing feasibility studies, securing financing, and advancing project development activities.
Summary
Lithium Argentina AG, now part of Lithium Americas, is focused on developing its Cauchari East lithium project. While the company is pre-revenue, it has a high-quality resource in a strategic location. Successfully navigating financing, project development, and market competition will be crucial for long-term success. Geopolitical risks and lithium price volatility are key factors to watch.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Analyst estimates
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Disclaimers:
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About Lithium Argentina AG
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-10-04 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Samuel Pigott | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Other Industrial Metals & Mining | Full time employees - | |
Full time employees - | |||
Lithium Argentina AG, a resource and materials company, focuses on advancing lithium projects in Argentina. The company owns interests in the Cauchari-Olaroz project located in Jujuy province; and the Pastos Grandes project located in Salta Province of Argentina. The company was formerly known as Lithium Americas (Argentina) Corp. and changed its name to Lithium Argentina AG in January 2025. Lithium Argentina AG was incorporated in 2007 is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland.
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