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Nexa Resources SA (NEXA)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: NEXA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $6.25
1 Year Target Price $6.25
0 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
6 | Hold |
2 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 5.09% | Avg. Invested days 65 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 656.90M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 8 | Beta 0.94 | 52 Weeks Range 4.44 - 9.61 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.44 - 9.61 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.28 |
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 -6% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.61% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.84% | Return on Equity (TTM) -11.58% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.45 | Enterprise Value 2142670738 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23 |
Enterprise Value 2142670738 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.76 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.02 | Shares Outstanding 132439000 | Shares Floating 46209291 |
Shares Outstanding 132439000 | Shares Floating 46209291 | ||
Percent Insiders 66.47 | Percent Institutions 25.77 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 6.25 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 6 | Sell 2 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Nexa Resources SA
Company Overview
History and Background
Nexa Resources SA was founded in 1956 as Companhia Mineira de Metais (CMM). It evolved from a mining company focused on lead and zinc to a diversified global mining and metals enterprise with significant operations in Latin America.
Core Business Areas
- Zinc Mining: Extraction and processing of zinc ore from underground and open-pit mines.
- Copper Mining: Extraction and processing of copper ore, often found in conjunction with zinc.
- Smelting and Refining: Production of refined zinc metal and other metals from concentrates.
- Mining Exploration and Development: Activities involved in finding and developing new mining resources.
Leadership and Structure
Nexa Resources SA is led by a board of directors and an executive team. The organizational structure includes operational divisions responsible for mining, smelting, and refining, as well as support functions such as finance, human resources, and sustainability.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Refined Zinc: High-grade zinc metal used in various industrial applications. Nexa is a significant producer, but exact market share is dynamic and depends on global production levels. Competitors include Glencore, Teck Resources, and Nyrstar.
- Zinc Concentrates: Zinc ore processed to increase the concentration of zinc. Market share data is variable; key competitors are similar to refined zinc competitors.
- Copper Concentrates: Copper ore processed to increase the concentration of copper. Market share data is variable. Competitors include Freeport-McMoRan, BHP, and Rio Tinto.
- Lead Concentrates: Lead ore processed to increase the concentration of lead. Market share data is variable. Competitors include Glencore and Teck Resources.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The mining and metals industry is cyclical and heavily influenced by global economic conditions, demand from industrial sectors (construction, automotive), and supply dynamics. Growing demand for electric vehicles impacts demand of copper.
Positioning
Nexa Resources SA is positioned as a mid-tier global mining company with a strong presence in Latin America. Its competitive advantages include its integrated operations (mining, smelting, refining) and its focus on sustainable practices.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global market for zinc, copper, and other base metals is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars. Nexa Resources SA's TAM is determined by its production capacity and market share within this overall market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Integrated Operations
- Strong Presence in Latin America
- Focus on Sustainability
- Diversified Portfolio of Metals
Weaknesses
- Exposure to Commodity Price Volatility
- Geopolitical Risks in Operating Regions
- Environmental Liabilities
- High Debt Levels
Opportunities
- Growing Demand for Base Metals in Renewable Energy and Electric Vehicles
- Expansion into New Mining Regions
- Technological Innovation to Improve Efficiency
- Acquisition of New Assets
Threats
- Declining Ore Grades
- Increased Environmental Regulations
- Economic Downturns
- Competition from Larger Mining Companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GLNCY
- TECK
- FCX
- BHP
- RIO
Competitive Landscape
Nexa Resources SA competes with larger, more diversified mining companies. Its advantages include its integrated operations and regional focus. Disadvantages include its smaller size and limited geographic diversification.
Major Acquisitions
Cerro Lindo Mine
- Year: 2007
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 190
- Strategic Rationale: Securing a world class polymetallic zinc-lead-copper mine
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Assess Nexa Resources SA's revenue and profit growth over the past few years.
Future Projections: Consult analyst reports for revenue and earnings growth projections.
Recent Initiatives: Review recent company announcements regarding new projects, expansions, or strategic partnerships.
Summary
Nexa Resources SA is a mid-tier mining company with integrated operations primarily in Latin America. Its strengths are its strong regional presence and focus on sustainability, but it faces challenges related to commodity price volatility and geopolitical risks. Recent initiatives and growth projects position the company for future expansion, but competition from larger mining companies remains a threat. Nexa's overall stability hinges on maintaining cost efficiency and capitalizing on growing demand for base metals.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Financial Reports
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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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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