(PRU) Perseus Mining - Ratings and Ratios
Exchange: TO • Country: Australia • Currency: CAD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: AU000000PRU3
PRU: Gold, Mining, Exploration, Development, Projects
Perseus Mining Limited (PRU:TO) is a gold exploration and production company operating in West Africa. The company has a diversified portfolio of assets, including the Edikan gold mine in Ghana, which has been in production since 2011, and the Sissingué and Yaouré gold mine projects in Côte dIvoire. Yaouré, the companys flagship development project, commenced production in December 2020 and has consistently met or exceeded production targets. Perseus also holds a 70% interest in the Meyas Sand gold project in Sudan, which is in the exploration stage. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Subiaco, Australia.
Perseus has established itself as a mid-tier gold producer with a focus on low-cost operations. The companys strategy revolves around organic growth through exploration and development of its existing projects, as well as strategic acquisitions in West Africa. Its operational assets are supported by a strong balance sheet, with net cash reserves of approximately $215 million as of the latest reporting period. This financial stability positions the company to invest in growth initiatives and weather market volatility.
From a technical perspective, PRU shares have shown stability in recent trading sessions. The stock is currently priced at $2.92 CAD, with a 20-day average of 36,000 shares traded. The 20-day moving average (SMA 20) is slightly above the current price at $2.93, while the 50-day moving average (SMA 50) is at $2.81, indicating a recent uptrend. The 200-day moving average (SMA 200) is at $2.48, reflecting longer-term bullish momentum. The Average True Range (ATR) of 0.09 suggests low volatility in the stock price.
Fundamentally, Perseus demonstrates strong financial health. The companys market capitalization is approximately $4.227 billion CAD, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 8.42, indicating undervaluation relative to its earnings. The forward P/E ratio of 10.24 suggests expectations of future earnings growth. The price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.78 is in line with industry averages, while the price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 3.78 reflects a premium for its revenue streams. Return on equity (RoE) stands at 31.17%, highlighting efficient profitability.
Over the next three months, Perseus Mining is expected to maintain its operational momentum. Production at the Yaouré mine is projected to remain steady, contributing to consistent cash flow. Exploration activities at the Meyas Sand project in Sudan could yield positive results, potentially expanding the companys resource base. From a technical standpoint, the stock is likely to trade within a narrow range, bounded by the SMA 50 at $2.81 and the SMA 200 at $2.48, with potential upside driven by stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings. The low ATR of 0.09 suggests minimal price fluctuations, making the stock attractive to risk-averse investors.
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PRU Stock Overview
| Market Cap in USD | 3,088m |
| Sector | Basic Materials |
| Industry | Gold |
| GiC Sub-Industry | Gold |
| IPO / Inception |
PRU Stock Ratings
| Growth Rating | 88.5 |
| Fundamental | 97.8 |
| Dividend Rating | 83.7 |
| Rel. Strength | 9.06 |
| Analysts | - |
| Fair Price Momentum | 3.81 CAD |
| Fair Price DCF | 6.88 CAD |
PRU Dividends
| Dividend Yield 12m | 4.61% |
| Yield on Cost 5y | 15.44% |
| Annual Growth 5y | 43.16% |
| Payout Consistency | 99.0% |
PRU Growth Ratios
| Growth Correlation 3m | 86.9% |
| Growth Correlation 12m | 87.8% |
| Growth Correlation 5y | 87.9% |
| CAGR 5y | 30.95% |
| CAGR/Max DD 5y | 0.79 |
| Sharpe Ratio 12m | 2.21 |
| Alpha | 48.96 |
| Beta | 1.155 |
| Volatility | 39.16% |
| Current Volume | 13.5k |
| Average Volume 20d | 22.1k |
As of May 09, 2025, the stock is trading at CAD 3.15 with a total of 13,496 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +6.78%, over one month by +21.62%, over three months by +25.90% and over the past year by +58.21%.
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Perseus Mining (TO:PRU) is currently (May 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 97.82 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of PRU as of May 2025 is 3.81. This means that PRU is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +20.95% (Margin of Safety).
Perseus Mining has no consensus analysts rating.
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, PRU Perseus Mining will be worth about 4.3 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 3.15. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +37.46%.
| Issuer | Forecast | Upside |
|---|---|---|
| Wallstreet Target Price | 3.3 | 4.4% |
| Analysts Target Price | - | - |
| ValueRay Target Price | 4.3 | 37.5% |