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Metals Acquisition Limited (MTAL)

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$12.11
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Profit since last BUY21.34%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/14/2025: MTAL (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

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3 Analysts rated it

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

1 Year Target Price $12.25

1 Year Target Price $12.25

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$12.25 Target price
52w Low $7.69
Current$12.11
52w High $14.31

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 15.45%
Avg. Invested days 58
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 999.54M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 12.25
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 12.25
Volume (30-day avg) 3
Beta 0.34
52 Weeks Range 7.69 - 14.31
Updated Date 08/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 7.69 - 14.31
Updated Date 08/15/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.14

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-07-23
When After Market
Estimate 0.33
Actual 0.28

Profitability

Profit Margin -23.97%
Operating Margin (TTM) 17.26%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.48%
Return on Equity (TTM) -19.84%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 40.16
Enterprise Value 1241071976
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.93
Enterprise Value 1241071976
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.93
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.64
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.03
Shares Outstanding 82538800
Shares Floating 65907867
Shares Outstanding 82538800
Shares Floating 65907867
Percent Insiders 19.4
Percent Institutions 34.21

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Metals Acquisition Limited

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Company Overview

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Metals Acquisition Limited (MACQ) is a blank check company, also known as a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. It completed a business combination to acquire the CSA Mine in Australia.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Copper Mining: The primary business area is the operation and development of the CSA Mine, a high-grade copper mine located in Cobar, New South Wales, Australia.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team is focused on mining operations and financial management related to the CSA Mine. Information on specific leadership positions and organizational structure is available in SEC filings.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Copper Concentrate: MACQ's primary product is copper concentrate produced at the CSA Mine. Market share information for this specific concentrate is not readily available, but MACQ operates in the broader copper market. Competitors include major copper producers like Freeport-McMoRan (FCX), BHP (BHP), and Rio Tinto (RIO).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The copper market is driven by global demand, particularly from China, infrastructure development, and the growth of electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies. Copper prices are subject to volatility due to supply disruptions and economic cycles.

Positioning

MACQ is a relatively new player in the copper market, focused on a single, high-grade mine. Its competitive advantage depends on efficient operations at the CSA Mine and its ability to capitalize on favorable copper prices.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global copper market is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. MACQ's positioning within this TAM depends on its production capacity and the realized price of copper.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • High-grade copper mine
  • Experienced management team (in mining)
  • Potential for resource expansion

Weaknesses

  • Single asset concentration (CSA Mine)
  • Operational risks associated with mining
  • Dependence on copper price fluctuations
  • Relatively new public company

Opportunities

  • Increase copper production at CSA Mine
  • Explore and develop new resources
  • Acquire additional mining assets
  • Benefit from rising copper demand

Threats

  • Decline in copper prices
  • Operational disruptions (e.g., geological issues, equipment failures)
  • Environmental regulations
  • Political instability
  • Increased operating costs

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • FCX
  • BHP
  • RIO

Competitive Landscape

MACQ is a smaller player compared to major diversified mining companies. Its competitive advantage lies in its high-grade copper asset. Competitors benefit from economies of scale and diversification.

Major Acquisitions

CSA Mine

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1100
  • Strategic Rationale: To acquire a producing, high-grade copper mine in a stable jurisdiction.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth data is not yet available.

Future Projections: Future growth depends on the successful operation and expansion of the CSA Mine and prevailing copper prices. Analyst estimates are still developing.

Recent Initiatives: The primary recent initiative is the acquisition and integration of the CSA Mine.

Summary

Metals Acquisition Limited is a newly public company focused on operating the CSA Mine, a high-grade copper asset. Its success hinges on efficient operations, favorable copper prices, and potential resource expansion. The company faces risks associated with single asset concentration and copper price volatility. It needs to look out for potential operational disruptions and market fluctuations. Future financial data from SEC filings will be crucial for assessing the company's performance.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC filings
  • Company press releases
  • Industry reports

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance may change.

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About Metals Acquisition Limited

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2021-09-20
CEO & Director Mr. Michael James W. McMullen B.Sc., M.A.
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Copper
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

MAC Copper Limited focuses on operating and acquiring metals and mining businesses in Australia. It operates the Cornish, Scottish and Australian underground copper mine in Cobar, Australia. The company was formerly known as Metals Acquisition Limited and changed its name to MAC Copper Limited in December 2024. MAC Copper Limited was incorporated in 2022 and is headquartered in Saint Helier, Jersey.