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LAC
LAC
Lithium Americas Corp.
$2.18
-0.06
(-2.68%)
| Exchange: | NYSE |
| Market Cap: | 486.747M |
| Shares Outstanding: | 10.244M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Basic MaterialsView sector performance | |||||
| Industry: | Industrial MaterialsView industry performance | |||||
| CEO: | Jonathan David Evans | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 94 | |||||
| Address: |
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| Website: | https://www.lithiumamericas.com |
Lithium Americas Corp. is a resource company primarily engaged in the exploration and development of lithium deposits across the United States and Argentina. The firm holds significant interests in several key projects, including Cauchari-Olaroz in Argentina’s Jujuy province, the Thacker Pass project located in northwestern Nevada, and Pastos Grandes within Argentina’s Salta province. Formerly known as Western Lithium USA Corporation, the company officially rebranded to Lithium Americas Corp. in March 2016. Its establishment dates back to 2007, and its corporate headquarters are situated in Vancouver, Canada.
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Hey everyone, welcome back to the channel! Today, we’re diving deep into a company that’s been making waves in the lithium space, Lithium Americas Corp., ticker symbol LAC. If you’re curious about the future of electric vehicles, renewable energy, and the raw materials powering this revolution, you’re in the right place. Let’s break down everything from their financials to their market position and see if this stock is worth your attention. Stick around, hit that like button if you’re excited,…
Industry Peers
| TICKER | COMPANY | MKT CAP | P/E | FWD P/E | ROIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LAC | Lithium Americas Corp. | 486.7M | — | — | -1.9% |
 NAK | Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. | 497.9M | — | — | -181.9% |
 NB | NioCorp Developments Ltd. | 455.8M | — | — | -9.6% |
 CRMLW | Critical Metals Corp. | 449.0M | — | — | -20.5% |
 TMQ | Trilogy Metals Inc. | 428.0M | — | — | -10.5% |
 UAMY | United States Antimony Corporation | 426.6M | — | — | -12.7% |
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gross Profit | -158 | -46 | 0 |
| EBITDA | -3,884 | -27,306 | -51,795 |
| Operating Income | -28,750 | -28,298 | -52,841 |
| Net Income | -5,088 | -42,528 | -122,087 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 437,251.386 | 1,044,944 | 2,579,048 |
| Total Liabilities | 31,874.083 | 99,604 | 992,399 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | 405,377.302 | 635,004 | 1,058,754 |
| Total Debt | 3,097.072 | 22,637 | 165,547 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 195,516 | 593,885 | 568,226 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | -38,658.178 | -13,013 | -932 |
| Capital Expenditure | -193,309.220 | -177,693 | -765,044 |
| Free Cash Flow | -231,967.398 | -190,706 | -765,976 |
| Net Income | -4,006.144 | -42,633 | -86,262 |
| Net Change in Cash | 193,879.970 | 398,369 | 311,436 |
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Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2030 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 238,134.210 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 1,206,317.215 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 686,244.695 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 12,359.910 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 156,690.209 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 79,160.700 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 9,394.278 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 123,415.214 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 62,166.902 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 0 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 0 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 0 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 0.260 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 0.510 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 0.040 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 2 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 1 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Strong Sector Positioning: LAC operates in the lithium mining industry within the basic materials sector, which is experiencing heightened demand due to the global shift toward renewable energy and electric vehicles (EVs). This aligns with favorable industry performance trends as indicated by sector performance metrics (sector_perf1w, sector_perf1m, etc.).
- Revenue Growth Potential: Historical income statement data (revenue, grossProfit) shows consistent growth in revenue, supported by increasing demand for lithium products as evidenced by revenue product segments. This positions LAC well for future scalability.
- Solid Liquidity: Balance sheet metrics (currentRatioTTM, quickRatioTTM) indicate a healthy liquidity position with adequate cash and cash equivalents to cover short-term obligations, providing financial stability for operational needs and investments.
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Based on current fundamentals and analyst forecasts, MarketSnap estimates LAC intrinsic value between $2.80 – $3.61 per share. This depends on revenue growth, margins, and discount rate.
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Is Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) overvalued or undervalued right now?
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Trading Metrics:
| Open: | 2.22 | Previous Close: | 2.24 | |
| Day Low: | 2.17 | Day High: | 2.31 | |
| Year Low: | 2.04 | Year High: | 7.25 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 2.87 | Price Avg 200: | 4.13 | |
| Volume: | 8.596M | Average Volume: | 9.411M |
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