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NovaGold Resources Inc (NG)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: NG (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
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $8.67
1 Year Target Price $8.67
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -7.22% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.91B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 1.1 | 52 Weeks Range 2.26 - 7.33 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.26 - 7.33 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.26 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -6.01% | Return on Equity (TTM) -123.35% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 2727795924 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 2727795924 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -40.37 | Shares Outstanding 406897984 | Shares Floating 371261551 |
Shares Outstanding 406897984 | Shares Floating 371261551 | ||
Percent Insiders 25.03 | Percent Institutions 62.91 |
Upturn AI SWOT
NovaGold Resources Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
NovaGold Resources Inc. was founded in 1984 as a mineral exploration company. It focuses on developing its flagship Donlin Gold project in Alaska, one of the world's largest known undeveloped gold deposits. Over time, it has consolidated its land position and advanced the Donlin Gold project through various feasibility studies and partnerships.
Core Business Areas
- Mineral Exploration and Development: NovaGold focuses on the exploration, evaluation, and development of gold properties. Its primary asset is the Donlin Gold project, co-owned with Barrick Gold.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of Greg Lang (President and CEO). The organizational structure is typical for a mineral exploration and development company, with teams dedicated to exploration, engineering, environmental studies, and investor relations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Donlin Gold Project: NovaGold's key offering is the Donlin Gold project, a large undeveloped gold deposit in Alaska. As it is not yet producing, there is no current market share. Competitors are other gold mining companies that operate mines globally such as Newmont Corporation, Barrick Gold Corporation
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The gold mining industry is influenced by factors such as gold prices, geopolitical stability, environmental regulations, and technological advancements. Demand for gold comes from jewelry, investment, and industrial applications.
Positioning
NovaGold is positioned as a developer of a significant, high-potential gold resource. Its competitive advantage lies in the size and grade of the Donlin Gold deposit.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global gold market is estimated to be worth billions of dollars annually. NovaGold's potential positioning relative to the TAM depends on the successful development and production from the Donlin Gold project. Once at full production, the value should range between $1 billion and $2 billion annually.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large, high-grade gold deposit (Donlin Gold)
- Joint venture partnership with Barrick Gold
- Significant exploration potential within the Donlin Gold land package
Weaknesses
- Project is not yet producing; reliant on future development
- High upfront capital costs for development
- Geographic concentration (Alaska)
Opportunities
- Increase gold prices could improve project economics
- Discovery of additional resources within the Donlin Gold property
- Technological advancements could reduce development costs
Threats
- Fluctuations in gold prices
- Environmental regulations and permitting delays
- Political risk in Alaska
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NEM
- GOLD
Competitive Landscape
NovaGold's advantage lies in the large resource size of Donlin Gold, but it faces challenges due to the high capital costs and regulatory hurdles. Competitors have existing production and cash flow.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been characterized by resource expansion, project advancement, and stock price fluctuations based on market conditions.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on the successful development of the Donlin Gold project. Analyst estimates are based on feasibility studies and projected gold prices. Analysts predict production to start around 2030.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing the Donlin Gold permitting process, conducting exploration activities, and maintaining a strong balance sheet.
Summary
NovaGold is a development-stage company with significant potential due to its large gold resource. The company's success hinges on navigating permitting challenges, securing financing, and managing development costs. While the company has a strong partnership, the project remains dependent on favorable gold prices and a stable regulatory environment. NovaGold must focus on minimizing development risks to realize its potential.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- NovaGold Resources Inc. company reports, analyst reports, market data providers.
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About NovaGold Resources Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Vancouver, BC, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 2003-12-04 | President, CEO & Non-Independent Director Mr. Gregory A. Lang | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Gold | Full time employees 14 | Website https://www.novagold.com |
Full time employees 14 | Website https://www.novagold.com | ||
NovaGold Resources Inc. explores and develops gold mineral properties in the United States. Its principal asset owns 50% interest in the Donlin Gold project consisting of 493 mining claims covering an area of approximately 29,008 hectares located in the Kuskokwim and Mt. McKinley Recording Districts. The company was formerly known as NovaCan Mining Resources (1985) Limited and changed its name to NovaGold Resources Inc. in March 1987. NovaGold Resources Inc. was incorporated in 1984 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
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