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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: WWR (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $2
1 Year Target Price $2
0 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -50.25% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 61.06M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.17 | 52 Weeks Range 0.45 - 1.32 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.45 - 1.32 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.19 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-12 | When After Market | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -5.43% | Return on Equity (TTM) -9.25% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 59520578 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 59520578 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.87 | Shares Outstanding 77690000 | Shares Floating 76224730 |
Shares Outstanding 77690000 | Shares Floating 76224730 | ||
Percent Insiders 7.73 | Percent Institutions 8.24 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Westwater Resources Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Westwater Resources, Inc. was founded in 1977 as Uranium Resources, Inc. Initially focused on uranium exploration and development, it has transitioned to focusing on battery-grade graphite products. The company has undergone several strategic shifts, including asset sales and acquisitions, to align with its current focus on the electric vehicle battery market.
Core Business Areas
- Graphite Processing: Westwater Resources processes natural graphite into battery-grade graphite products, primarily for use in lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes Christopher M. Jones (President and CEO), Jeffrey L. Vigil (Vice President and CFO), and Steven M. Cates (Executive Vice President and COO). The organizational structure comprises functional departments such as operations, finance, and sales/marketing, reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Battery-Grade Graphite: Westwater Resources produces battery-grade graphite, specifically coated spherical purified graphite (CSPG), which is a key component in lithium-ion batteries. Market share data is still developing as the company scales up production, making it too early to provide a useful market share number. Competitors include Syrah Resources, NOVONIX, and leading Chinese graphite producers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The market for battery-grade graphite is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. The industry is characterized by technological advancements in graphite processing and a strong focus on securing reliable supply chains.
Positioning
Westwater Resources aims to be a domestic supplier of battery-grade graphite, providing a secure and reliable source for the US market. Its competitive advantage lies in its location and efforts to secure domestic supply chains and US government support via funding and subsidies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global battery-grade graphite market is projected to reach tens of billions of dollars in the coming years. Westwater Resources is positioning itself to capture a significant portion of the North American market, competing against established international suppliers.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strategic Location in the US
- Secured Graphite Deposits
- Focus on Battery-Grade Graphite
- Government Funding and Support
Weaknesses
- Limited Production Capacity (currently)
- Negative Earnings
- Reliance on Financing
- Unproven track record with new business area.
Opportunities
- Growing Demand for Electric Vehicles
- Expansion of Graphite Processing Capacity
- Strategic Partnerships with Battery Manufacturers
- Increased US Government focus on domestic supply chains.
Threats
- Competition from Established Graphite Producers
- Fluctuations in Graphite Prices
- Technological Advancements in Battery Chemistry
- Supply Chain Disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SYR
- NVX
Competitive Landscape
Westwater Resources is competing against established global graphite producers. Its advantage lies in being a domestic supplier, but it needs to scale up production to become cost-competitive.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, Westwater Resources has experienced growth in its resource assets, as measured by their inventory and value, but little revenue growth. Its main growth metric is the progress in developing its graphite processing facilities.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by increased production and sales of battery-grade graphite. Analyst estimates vary widely depending on the assumptions about production capacity and market demand.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the commissioning of the Kellyton, Alabama graphite processing plant and securing partnerships to develop supply chains.
Summary
Westwater Resources is a developmental-stage company with a focus on battery-grade graphite. It is strategically positioned to benefit from the growing demand for electric vehicles. The company faces challenges related to financing, production ramp-up, and competition. Government support and a focus on domestic supply chains are key advantages.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Company Investor Relations
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and represents an assessment of Westwater Resources Inc.'s current state and future prospects. Investment decisions should be made based on individual research and due diligence.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Westwater Resources Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Centennial, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-08-22 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Frank Bakker | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Other Industrial Metals & Mining | Full time employees 21 | Website https://westwaterresources.net |
Full time employees 21 | Website https://westwaterresources.net |
Westwater Resources, Inc., an energy technology company, focuses on developing battery-grade natural graphite materials in the United States. It primarily holds interests in the Kellyton Graphite plant located near Kellyton, Alabama; and the Coosa Graphite project covering an area of approximately 41,965 acres situated in east-central Alabama, near the western end of Coosa County. The company was formerly known as Uranium Resources, Inc. and changed its name to Westwater Resources, Inc. in August 2017. Westwater Resources, Inc. was incorporated in 1977 and is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado.

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