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Metals Exploration
MTL

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Financial Snapshot

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Market Data

Market Cap
£445.07M
EV
£411.84M
Shares Outstanding
3.14B
Beta
1.10
Industry
Gold

Wall Street View

Analyst Rating
NO_OPINION
Analyst Target Price
Number of Analysts
1
P/E 2025E
21.71x
P/Revenue 2025E
2.97x

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Margins & Returns

Gross Margin 2025E
-
Net Profit Margin 2025E
15.99%
ROE 2025E
12.00%
ROCE 2024
19.16%

Dividends

DPS 2025E
£0.00
Payout Ratio 2025E
0.00%
Div. Yield 2025E
0.00%
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About Metals Exploration plc

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Metals Exploration plc

MTL

Metals Exploration plc identifies, acquires, explores for, and develops mining and processing properties in the United Kingdom and the Philippines. The company primarily explores for gold, and precious and base metals. Its flagship property owns 100% interest in the R...

Sector

Basic Materials

Industry

Gold

CEO

Bowden, Darren

Employees

859

IPO Date

2004-10-22

Headquarters

27-28 Eastcastle Street, London, Greater London, W1W 8DH United Kingdom

📊 Stock Price & Performance

The last closing price of Metals Exploration (MTL) is £0.15, reflecting a -0.17% change from the prior session. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:30 AM Eastern Time

Review the recent MTL stock performance trends:Past 1 Month: Metals Exploration (MTL) shares have +23.58%.Past 3 Months: The stock has +9.35%.Past 6 Months: MTL shares have +38.18%. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

Over the last year, Metals Exploration (MTL) has established a 52-week price range between a high of £0.16 and a low of £0.05. This metric is essential for assessing the stock's annual volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

Metals Exploration (MTL) is considered a medium volatility stock. It has a beta of 1.10, which means it typically moves 1.10 times as much as the broader market. Over the past 52 weeks, MTL has traded within a £0.05 – £0.16 range. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

Based on current MTL analyst forecasts and market assumptions, the consensus price target for Metals Exploration (MTL) is £0.34 for 2027. Relative to the current price of £0.15, this implies a positive upside of +123.68%. Price targets reflect forward-looking estimates based on information available at the time and are inherently subject to change as underlying assumptions, company fundamentals, or market conditions evolve. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

A £1,000 investment in Metals Exploration 5 years ago, when the stock was trading around £0.02, would be worth approximately £9212.34 today, based solely on share price performance (excluding dividends). This represents a total return of 821.23% over the period, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 55.91%. Past performance reflects historical price movements only and does not imply future results. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

💰 Financial Metrics & Reports

The current Metals Exploration (MTL) market capitalization is approximately £445.07M, based on its latest share price and shares outstanding. Market capitalization represents the total market value of a company's equity and is calculated by multiplying the current stock price by the number of shares outstanding. As a result, Metals Exploration's market cap fluctuates with changes in its share price and share count. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Metals Exploration (MTL) generated £43.41M in revenue, representing a +20.46% year over year change. For the next quarter, analyst consensus currently expects revenue of approximately £16.95M, implying an expected -54.59% year over year change. Quarterly revenue results and expectations reflect underlying demand trends, pricing dynamics, product or service mix, seasonality, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Actual results may differ from consensus estimates as new information becomes available. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported fiscal year, Metals Exploration (MTL) generated net income of £19.30M, compared with £93.62M in the prior fiscal year, representing a -79.39% year over year change. For the upcoming fiscal year, analyst consensus currently estimates net income of £23.96M. Net income may be positive or negative and can fluctuate materially from year to year due to changes in operating performance, non-recurring or one-time items, accounting treatments, capital structure, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

According to its latest quarterly filing, Metals Exploration (MTL) reported EBITDA of £19.59M, representing a -0.28% year over year change. For the upcoming quarter, analyst consensus currently expects EBITDA of £6.62M, reflecting assumptions around revenue trends, operating costs, scale efficiencies, and margin dynamics. EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and does not account for depreciation, amortization, interest expense, taxes, or capital expenditures. As a result, it should be considered alongside other financial metrics when assessing operating performance. Actual results may differ from estimates as company-specific or macroeconomic conditions evolve. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available data, Metals Exploration (MTL) is currently trading at a last twelve months (LTM) P/E ratio of -15.52x. The P/E ratio reflects how much investors are willing to pay today for a dollar of earnings and can vary meaningfully over time due to changes in profitability, growth expectations, margin outlook, and earnings volatility. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

📅 Earnings & Dividends

In the most recently reported quarter, Metals Exploration (MTL) revenue was £43.41M. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were £0.00. Revenue and EPS surprises may be positive or negative and can influence near-term stock performance depending on expectations, forward guidance, and broader market and sector conditions. For a detailed history of analyst expectations versus reported results, view the full estimates vs. actuals track record here: 👉 Estimates vs. Actuals Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

Metals Exploration (MTL) does not currently pay a dividend. Over the last twelve months (LTM), the company paid £0.00 per share in dividends, and no dividend payments are currently expected over the next twelve months (NTM). Companies that do not pay dividends typically prioritize reinvesting cash into growth initiatives, capital expenditures, debt reduction, or strategic investments, though dividend policy may change in the future. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

📈 Analyst Information

Analyst assessments of whether Metals Exploration (MTL) consensus price target is overvalued or undervalued are generally expressed relative to consensus valuation frameworks and price targets, rather than as an absolute judgment.Current share price: £0.15Consensus price target: £0.34Implied return: +123.68% An implied return above current levels indicates that, on average, analysts view the stock as trading below their estimated fair value. Conversely, an implied return below current levels suggests the stock may be fully valued or priced above consensus expectations. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available analyst coverage, Metals Exploration (MTL) currently carries a NO_OPINION consensus rating. Analysts' average MTL price target is £0.34. Relative to the current share price of £0.15, this suggests a potential price change of approximately +123.68%. Analyst views are forward-looking estimates and should not be considered investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:46 AM Eastern Time

Like other publicly traded stocks, Metals Exploration (MTL) shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges such as LSE and other supported markets, depending on the listing. The most common way to buy shares is through an online brokerage account. To get started, you typically need to: Open an account with a licensed stock brokerComplete the broker's verification processFund your accountPlace a buy order for Metals Exploration (MTL) shares Trading involves risk, and investors should consider their financial objectives and risk tolerance before investing.

ℹ️ Company Information

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Metals Exploration trades under the ticker symbol MTL on the LSE stock exchange. The ticker MTL is used to identify the company's common stock across trading platforms, market data providers, and regulatory filings.

As of the most recently reported period, Metals Exploration (MTL) employs approximately 859 people worldwide. Reported employee figures may fluctuate over time due to hiring activity, restructuring, automation initiatives, or changes in business strategy. Headcount data is typically disclosed in company filings and reflects full-time employees unless otherwise stated. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:49 PM Eastern Time

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