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NEXA 
Nexa Resources SA (NEXA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: NEXA (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
8 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $5.69
1 Year Target Price $5.69
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 13.33% | Avg. Invested days 57 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 739.01M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.69 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.69 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 8 | Beta 0.75 | 52 Weeks Range 4.44 - 9.41 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.44 - 9.41 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.10% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.68 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -3.26% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.74% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.46% | Return on Equity (TTM) -5.29% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.45 | Enterprise Value 2184130441 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 |
Enterprise Value 2184130441 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.78 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.29 | Shares Outstanding 132438611 | Shares Floating 46783939 |
Shares Outstanding 132438611 | Shares Floating 46783939 | ||
Percent Insiders 66.47 | Percent Institutions 25.6 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Nexa Resources SA
Company Overview
History and Background
Nexa Resources SA, founded in 1956 as Companhia Mineira de Metais (CMM), is a large-scale, low-cost integrated zinc producer with over 60 years of experience in the mining and metals industry. It has evolved through various acquisitions and expansions, becoming a leading zinc and copper producer in Latin America.
Core Business Areas
- Mining: Extraction and processing of zinc, copper, lead, silver, and gold concentrates from underground and open-pit mines.
- Smelting: Production of refined zinc metal, zinc alloys, and other by-products.
Leadership and Structure
Nexa Resources SA has a board of directors and an executive leadership team headed by the CEO. The organizational structure is based on functional areas such as mining operations, smelting operations, finance, and sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Zinc Metal: Nexa is a top global zinc producer. Market share is estimated around 5-6%. Competitors include Glencore, Teck Resources, and Hindustan Zinc.
- Zinc Concentrates: Nexa sells zinc concentrates to smelters worldwide. Revenue from concentrates is significant but fluctuates with commodity prices. Competitors are similar to zinc metal: Glencore, Teck Resources.
- Copper Concentrates: Nexa also produces copper concentrates as a byproduct of its mining activities. Competitors include BHP, Freeport-McMoRan and Southern Copper.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The base metals industry is cyclical, driven by global economic growth, infrastructure development, and industrial production. Demand from China is a key factor.
Positioning
Nexa Resources SA is a significant player in the zinc market, known for its low-cost operations and integrated value chain. Its competitive advantage lies in its large-scale, efficient operations in Latin America.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global zinc market is estimated at approximately $40 billion USD. Nexa is positioned to capture a substantial share due to its production capacity and strategic location.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Low-cost zinc production
- Integrated value chain (mining and smelting)
- Significant reserves and resources
- Strong presence in Latin America
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price volatility
- Operational risks in mining
- Environmental liabilities
- Concentration of operations in certain regions
Opportunities
- Growing demand for zinc in infrastructure development
- Expansion into new mining projects
- Adoption of sustainable mining practices
- Potential for value-added products
Threats
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Geopolitical risks in operating regions
- Competition from other zinc producers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GLNCY
- TECK
- VEDL
Competitive Landscape
Nexa Resources SA competes with other major zinc producers on cost, production volume, and geographic presence. It has an advantage in Latin America due to its established operations. Glencore and Teck are global players with greater diversification.
Major Acquisitions
Milpo
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 727
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Minera Milpo to expand mining operations in Peru.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Nexa Resources SA has experienced growth through organic expansion and acquisitions. Growth has been closely linked to zinc prices and production volumes.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by increased zinc demand from infrastructure projects and investments in new mining projects. Analyst estimates vary based on commodity price forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investing in technology and automation to improve operational efficiency and exploring new mining projects in Peru and Brazil.
Summary
Nexa Resources SA is a key zinc producer with strengths in low-cost operations and Latin American presence. Commodity price volatility is a major risk. Strategic initiatives aimed at new projects and operational efficiency are necessary for future growth. It must also be cautious of regulatory scrutiny and geopolitical risks in operating areas.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, industry reports, analyst estimates.
Disclaimers:
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About Nexa Resources SA
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-10-27 | President & CEO Mr. Juan Ignacio Rosado Gomez de La Torre | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Other Industrial Metals & Mining | Full time employees - | Website https://www.nexaresources.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.nexaresources.com | ||
Nexa Resources S.A., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the zinc mining and smelting business worldwide. The company operates in two segments, Mining and Smelting. It produces metallic zinc, zamac, and zinc oxide, as well as by-products, such as copper, lead, silver, gold, sulfuric acid, silver concentrate, copper cement and cadmium sticks, cadmium and cobalt cement, sulfur dioxide, copper sulfate, and zinc ash. The company owns and operates four polymetallic mines, including two located in the Central Andes of Peru; one located in the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil; and one located in the state of Mato Grosso in Brazil. It also owns and operates one zinc smelter in Peru Cajamarquillaand; and two zinc smelters in Brazil, which recovers and produces metallic zinc, zinc oxide, and various by-products, such as sulfuric acid, silver concentrate, and copper cement and sulfate. The company was formerly known as VM Holding S.A. and changed its name to Nexa Resources S.A. in September 2017. The company was founded in 1956 and is based in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Nexa Resources S.A. is a subsidiary of Votorantim S.A.
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