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CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL) Stock Fundamental Analysis

USA - NYSE Arca - NYSEARCA:CMCL - JE00BF0XVB15 - Common Stock

25.55 USD
-0.03 (-0.12%)
Last: 12/12/2025, 8:22:01 PM
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After Hours: 12/12/2025, 8:22:01 PM
Fundamental Rating

7

We assign a fundamental rating of 7 out of 10 to CMCL. CMCL was compared to 155 industry peers in the Metals & Mining industry. CMCL scores excellent points on both the profitability and health parts. This is a solid base for a good stock. A decent growth rate in combination with a cheap valuation! Better keep an eye on CMCL. This makes CMCL very considerable for value and quality investing!


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

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1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

CMCL had positive earnings in the past year.
CMCL had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
CMCL had positive earnings in 4 of the past 5 years.
In the past 5 years CMCL always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
CMCL Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFCMCL Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20M 40M

1.2 Ratios

CMCL has a better Return On Assets (9.44%) than 85.16% of its industry peers.
With an excellent Return On Equity value of 15.41%, CMCL belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 87.10% of the companies in the same industry.
Looking at the Return On Invested Capital, with a value of 17.47%, CMCL belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 92.90% of the companies in the same industry.
The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for CMCL is in line with the industry average of 13.15%.
The last Return On Invested Capital (17.47%) for CMCL is above the 3 year average (12.13%), which is a sign of increasing profitability.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 9.44%
ROE 15.41%
ROIC 17.47%
ROA(3y)3.45%
ROA(5y)6.15%
ROE(3y)5%
ROE(5y)8.22%
ROIC(3y)12.13%
ROIC(5y)14.64%
CMCL Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICCMCL Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 10 20 30

1.3 Margins

The Profit Margin of CMCL (17.95%) is better than 82.58% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of CMCL has declined.
The Operating Margin of CMCL (37.66%) is better than 87.74% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of CMCL has declined.
With an excellent Gross Margin value of 49.47%, CMCL belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 86.45% of the companies in the same industry.
CMCL's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 37.66%
PM (TTM) 17.95%
GM 49.47%
OM growth 3Y-4.4%
OM growth 5Y-2.32%
PM growth 3Y-13.6%
PM growth 5Y-29.3%
GM growth 3Y-1.97%
GM growth 5Y0.59%
CMCL Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsCMCL Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20 40

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2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), so CMCL is still creating some value.
Compared to 1 year ago, CMCL has about the same amount of shares outstanding.
The number of shares outstanding for CMCL has been increased compared to 5 years ago.
The debt/assets ratio for CMCL has been reduced compared to a year ago.
CMCL Yearly Shares OutstandingCMCL Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 5M 10M 15M
CMCL Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsCMCL Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 100M 200M 300M

2.2 Solvency

An Altman-Z score of 3.07 indicates that CMCL is not in any danger for bankruptcy at the moment.
CMCL has a Altman-Z score (3.07) which is in line with its industry peers.
CMCL has a debt to FCF ratio of 1.48. This is a very positive value and a sign of high solvency as it would only need 1.48 years to pay back of all of its debts.
With an excellent Debt to FCF ratio value of 1.48, CMCL belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 83.23% of the companies in the same industry.
CMCL has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.11. This is a healthy value indicating a solid balance between debt and equity.
CMCL's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.11 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. CMCL outperforms 59.35% of its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.11
Debt/FCF 1.48
Altman-Z 3.07
ROIC/WACC1.69
WACC10.34%
CMCL Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFCMCL Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 50M 100M 150M 200M

2.3 Liquidity

A Current Ratio of 1.65 indicates that CMCL should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
The Current ratio of CMCL (1.65) is worse than 70.97% of its industry peers.
CMCL has a Quick Ratio of 1.10. This is a normal value and indicates that CMCL is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
CMCL has a Quick ratio of 1.10. This is in the lower half of the industry: CMCL underperforms 67.10% of its industry peers.
The current and quick ratio evaluation for CMCL is rather negative, while it does have excellent solvency and profitability. These ratios do not necessarly indicate liquidity issues and need to be evaluated against the specifics of the business.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 1.65
Quick Ratio 1.1
CMCL Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesCMCL Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 20M 40M 60M

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3. Growth

3.1 Past

The Earnings Per Share has grown by an impressive 141.51% over the past year.
The earnings per share for CMCL have been decreasing by -24.93% on average. This is quite bad
CMCL shows a strong growth in Revenue. In the last year, the Revenue has grown by 25.29%.
Measured over the past years, CMCL shows a quite strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been growing by 19.27% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)141.51%
EPS 3Y-14.85%
EPS 5Y-24.93%
EPS Q2Q%196.15%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)25.29%
Revenue growth 3Y14.68%
Revenue growth 5Y19.27%
Sales Q2Q%52.42%

3.2 Future

The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 13.68% on average over the next years. This is quite good.
CMCL is expected to show quite a strong growth in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will grow by 9.52% yearly.
EPS Next Y143.66%
EPS Next 2Y50.05%
EPS Next 3Y13.68%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year45.84%
Revenue Next 2Y24.81%
Revenue Next 3Y9.52%
Revenue Next 5YN/A

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
CMCL Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesCMCL Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 50M 100M 150M 200M 250M
CMCL Yearly EPS VS EstimatesCMCL Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 1 2 3

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4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

A Price/Earnings ratio of 9.98 indicates a reasonable valuation of CMCL.
CMCL's Price/Earnings ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. CMCL is cheaper than 98.71% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio of 26.54, CMCL is valued rather cheaply.
A Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 8.78 indicates a reasonable valuation of CMCL.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, CMCL is valued cheaply inside the industry as 87.74% of the companies are valued more expensively.
The average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio is at 23.78. CMCL is valued rather cheaply when compared to this.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 9.98
Fwd PE 8.78
CMCL Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsCMCL Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 10 20 30

4.2 Price Multiples

Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, CMCL is valued cheaply inside the industry as 96.13% of the companies are valued more expensively.
Based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio, CMCL is valued cheaper than 81.29% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF 26.06
EV/EBITDA 4.87
CMCL Per share dataCMCL EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 2 4 6 8 10

4.3 Compensation for Growth

CMCL's low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
The excellent profitability rating of CMCL may justify a higher PE ratio.
A more expensive valuation may be justified as CMCL's earnings are expected to grow with 13.68% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)0.07
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y50.05%
EPS Next 3Y13.68%

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5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 2.23%, CMCL has a reasonable but not impressive dividend return.
In the last 3 months the price of CMCL has falen by -22.88%. A price decline artificially increases the dividend yield. It may be a sign investors do not expect the dividend to last.
CMCL's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the industry average which is at 2.50. CMCL pays more dividend than 87.10% of the companies in the same industry.
CMCL's Dividend Yield is comparable with the S&P500 average which is at 2.27.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 2.23%

5.2 History

The dividend of CMCL is nicely growing with an annual growth rate of 15.05%!
CMCL has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
CMCL has not decreased its dividend in the past 5 years, so it has a somewhat stable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)15.05%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years6
CMCL Yearly Dividends per shareCMCL Yearly Dividends per shareYearly Dividends per share 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0.5 1 1.5

5.3 Sustainability

42.63% of the earnings are spent on dividend by CMCL. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
The dividend of CMCL is growing, but the earnings are growing slower. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP42.63%
EPS Next 2Y50.05%
EPS Next 3Y13.68%
CMCL Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendCMCL Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendYearly Income VS Free CF VS Dividend 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 10M -10M 20M 30M 40M
CMCL Dividend Payout.CMCL Dividend Payout, showing the Payout Ratio.CMCL Dividend Payout.PayoutRetained Earnings

CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC

NYSEARCA:CMCL (12/12/2025, 8:22:01 PM)

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25.55

-0.03 (-0.12%)

Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorMaterials
GICS IndustryGroupMaterials
GICS IndustryMetals & Mining
Earnings (Last)11-10 2025-11-10/bmo
Earnings (Next)03-23 2026-03-23/amc
Inst Owners52.02%
Inst Owner Change6.08%
Ins Owners1.45%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap493.12M
Revenue(TTM)173.75M
Net Income(TTM)36.74M
Analysts82.5
Price Target34.95 (36.79%)
Short Float %1.76%
Short Ratio1.06
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 2.23%
Yearly Dividend0.64
Dividend Growth(5Y)15.05%
DP42.63%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years6
Ex-Date11-21 2025-11-21 (0.14)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)69.44%
Min EPS beat(2)1.53%
Max EPS beat(2)137.36%
EPS beat(4)N/A
Avg EPS beat(4)N/A
Min EPS beat(4)N/A
Max EPS beat(4)N/A
EPS beat(8)N/A
Avg EPS beat(8)N/A
EPS beat(12)N/A
Avg EPS beat(12)N/A
EPS beat(16)N/A
Avg EPS beat(16)N/A
Revenue beat(2)1
Avg Revenue beat(2)1.04%
Min Revenue beat(2)-5.7%
Max Revenue beat(2)7.78%
Revenue beat(4)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(4)N/A
Min Revenue beat(4)N/A
Max Revenue beat(4)N/A
Revenue beat(8)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(8)N/A
Revenue beat(12)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(12)N/A
Revenue beat(16)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(16)N/A
PT rev (1m)6.2%
PT rev (3m)53.34%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)30%
EPS NY rev (1m)1.3%
EPS NY rev (3m)5.53%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)1.72%
Revenue NY rev (1m)4.9%
Revenue NY rev (3m)9.51%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 9.98
Fwd PE 8.78
P/S 2.41
P/FCF 26.06
P/OCF 8.32
P/B 2.07
P/tB 2.07
EV/EBITDA 4.87
EPS(TTM)2.56
EY10.02%
EPS(NY)2.91
Fwd EY11.39%
FCF(TTM)0.98
FCFY3.84%
OCF(TTM)3.07
OCFY12.02%
SpS10.61
BVpS12.35
TBVpS12.35
PEG (NY)0.07
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number26.68
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 9.44%
ROE 15.41%
ROCE 22.99%
ROIC 17.47%
ROICexc 19.59%
ROICexgc 19.59%
OM 37.66%
PM (TTM) 17.95%
GM 49.47%
FCFM 9.24%
ROA(3y)3.45%
ROA(5y)6.15%
ROE(3y)5%
ROE(5y)8.22%
ROIC(3y)12.13%
ROIC(5y)14.64%
ROICexc(3y)12.42%
ROICexc(5y)15.65%
ROICexgc(3y)12.42%
ROICexgc(5y)15.65%
ROCE(3y)16.21%
ROCE(5y)19.06%
ROICexgc growth 3Y-9.34%
ROICexgc growth 5Y-3.05%
ROICexc growth 3Y-9.34%
ROICexc growth 5Y-3.05%
OM growth 3Y-4.4%
OM growth 5Y-2.32%
PM growth 3Y-13.6%
PM growth 5Y-29.3%
GM growth 3Y-1.97%
GM growth 5Y0.59%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover0.53
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.11
Debt/FCF 1.48
Debt/EBITDA 0.29
Cap/Depr 254.24%
Cap/Sales 19.7%
Interest Coverage 250
Cash Conversion 63.73%
Profit Quality 51.5%
Current Ratio 1.65
Quick Ratio 1.1
Altman-Z 3.07
F-Score7
WACC10.34%
ROIC/WACC1.69
Cap/Depr(3y)280.02%
Cap/Depr(5y)382.26%
Cap/Sales(3y)24.2%
Cap/Sales(5y)26.95%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)141.51%
EPS 3Y-14.85%
EPS 5Y-24.93%
EPS Q2Q%196.15%
EPS Next Y143.66%
EPS Next 2Y50.05%
EPS Next 3Y13.68%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)25.29%
Revenue growth 3Y14.68%
Revenue growth 5Y19.27%
Sales Q2Q%52.42%
Revenue Next Year45.84%
Revenue Next 2Y24.81%
Revenue Next 3Y9.52%
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y182.99%
EBIT growth 3Y9.64%
EBIT growth 5Y16.51%
EBIT Next Year184.04%
EBIT Next 3Y35.21%
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y199.86%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y368.42%
OCF growth 3Y10.73%
OCF growth 5Y18.36%

CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC / CMCL FAQ

What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL) stock?

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 7 / 10 to CMCL.


What is the valuation status of CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL) stock?

ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 9 / 10 to CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL). This can be considered as Undervalued.


What is the profitability of CMCL stock?

CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL) has a profitability rating of 8 / 10.


How financially healthy is CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC?

The financial health rating of CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL) is 7 / 10.


Can you provide the dividend sustainability for CMCL stock?

The dividend rating of CALEDONIA MINING CORP PLC (CMCL) is 6 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 42.63%.