Kingston Resources Ltd
Kingston Resources has a market capitalization of $74.93 million and a price-to-book ratio of 0.77, indicating the market values the company at a discount to its book value. The company's liquidity position is characterized by a current ratio of 3.71, suggesting it has sufficient short-term assets to cover its liabilities. However, the enterprise value to EBITDA ratio is negative at -36.55, reflecting the company's current operating losses. Profitability metrics show a return on equity of -2.54% and a return on assets of -1.83%, both below the industry median for Diversified Mining. The company's operating income is negative at -$2.47 million, and net income is also negative at -$2.47 million, indicating a lack of profitability. The gross profit margin is 53.4%, which is relatively high but insufficient to offset operating costs. The company's revenue is concentrated in a single mine, the Mineral Hill mine, which is its primary source of income. The mine is located in the Cobar Basin, a region with significant exploration potential. However, the company's revenue is entirely dependent on the performance of this single asset, which increases operational and market risk. Looking at the growth trajectory, the company's revenue has not been provided for previous years, but the current year's revenue is $48.44 million. The company's capital expenditure of -$23.31 million indicates significant investment in the mine, which could support future growth. However, the free cash flow is negative at -$15.36 million, suggesting the company is not generating enough cash to fund its operations and investments without external financing. The risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.16, which is relatively low, but the negative net cash position after subtracting total debt is a concern. The company has not indicated any dilution sources in the near term, and the risk of dilution is considered low. Recent events include the company's ongoing operations at the Mineral Hill mine and exploration activities in the Cobar Basin. The company has not disclosed any significant recent filings or transcripts that would indicate major changes in strategy or operations.
Business. Kingston Resources Limited is an Australia-based gold and copper mining company operating the Mineral Hill mine in Cobar, New South Wales.
Classification. Kingston Resources is classified under the Basic Materials economic sector, Mineral Resources business sector, and Diversified Mining industry with a confidence level of 0.92.
- Kingston Resources operates a single mine in the Cobar Basin, with revenue concentrated in this asset.
- The company is currently unprofitable, with negative operating and net income.
- The company's liquidity position is moderate, with a current ratio of 3.71.
- Capital expenditures are significant, indicating investment in the mine.
- The company has a low dilution risk but a negative net cash position after debt.
- The company's profitability metrics are below industry medians for Diversified Mining.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.