Sandfire Resources Limited

ASX:SFR Stock Report

Market Cap: AU$8.3b

Sandfire Resources Management

Management criteria checks 4/4

Sandfire Resources' CEO is Brendan Harris, appointed in Apr 2023, has a tenure of 3.08 years. total yearly compensation is $3.21M, comprised of 24% salary and 76% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.15% of the company’s shares, worth A$12.58M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 2.7 years and 3.8 years respectively.

Key information

Brendan Harris

Chief executive officer

US$3.2m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage23.96%
CEO tenure3.1yrs
CEO ownership0.2%
Management average tenure2.7yrs
Board average tenure3.8yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update May 10

SFR: Free Cash Flow Strength And Commodity Decks Will Shape Fair Outlook

Analysts have made a small upward revision to Sandfire Resources' price target, reflecting updated cash flow expectations and refreshed commodity price assumptions. Recent Street research includes moves from A$17.50 to A$18 and from A$19.50 to A$21.
Narrative Update Apr 24

SFR: Free Cash Flow And Commodity Assumptions Will Guide Fair Outcome

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Sandfire Resources by A$0.17 to A$18.81, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, margins and future P/E, following recent research that includes higher Street price targets in the A$18 to A$21 range and continued focus on free cash flow and revised commodity price decks. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to strong free cash flow as a key support for the current valuation, arguing that consistent cash generation offers flexibility for funding projects or strengthening the balance sheet.
Narrative Update Apr 09

SFR: Free Cash Flow Strength And 2026 Guidance Will Shape Fair Outcome

Analysts have trimmed the blended fair value estimate for Sandfire Resources by about A$0.10 to A$18.98. Recent Street research price target moves to A$18 and A$21 highlight a mix of updated commodity assumptions and views on cash flow strength.
Narrative Update Mar 25

SFR: Free Cash Flow And 2026 Guidance Will Support Future Repricing

Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Sandfire Resources slightly to A$19.08 from A$18.99, citing updated commodity price assumptions and recent price target moves around A$18 to A$21, which are supported by free cash flow and valuation views. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates offer a mixed but constructive view on Sandfire Resources, with most commentary focused on refreshed commodity price assumptions, free cash flow support and where the shares sit relative to updated price targets.
Narrative Update Mar 10

SFR: Free Cash Flow And 2026 Guidance Will Support Upside Repricing

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Sandfire Resources slightly higher to about A$19.00 per share, reflecting updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, as well as recent price target increases to A$18 and A$21 that highlight ongoing focus on free cash flow and revised commodity price forecasts. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are pointing to strong free cash flow as a key support for their higher fair value assumptions, suggesting the current P/E they are using in models is underpinned by cash generation rather than just sentiment.
Narrative Update Feb 24

SFR: Free Cash Flow And 2026 Output Guidance Will Support Balanced Risk Profile

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Sandfire Resources higher to A$18.99 from A$18.53. This reflects updated views on free cash flow strength and revised commodity price assumptions feeding into revenue growth, margin, discount rate and future P/E inputs.
Narrative Update Feb 09

SFR: Updated Production Outlook And Margins Will Likely Support Balanced Risk Profile

Analysts have nudged their price target for Sandfire Resources higher to A$18.53 from A$18.26, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue, profit margins and a slightly lower expected future P/E multiple. What's in the News Sandfire issued new production guidance for fiscal 2026, with Group copper equivalent (CuEq) output expected in a range of 149 kt to 165 kt.
Narrative Update Jan 26

SFR: Updated Margin And Production Assumptions Will Likely Sustain Balanced Risk Profile

Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their price target for Sandfire Resources from A$15.65 to A$18.26, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a slightly revised discount rate and P/E expectations. What's in the News Sandfire Resources issued new production guidance for fiscal 2026, outlining expected Group CuEq production in a range of 149 kt to 165 kt.
Narrative Update Jan 11

SFR: Higher Margin Assumptions Will Likely Sustain Material Downside Risk

Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Sandfire Resources to A$15.65 from A$15.30, reflecting updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple. Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has risen slightly from A$15.30 to A$15.65.
Narrative Update Dec 15

SFR: Future Profitability Assumptions Will Likely Expose Downside Risk

Analysts have raised their price target for Sandfire Resources by approximately A$0.64 to A$15.30, citing slightly higher long term revenue growth and profit margin assumptions. Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has risen slightly from A$14.66 to A$15.30 per share, reflecting a modest uplift in intrinsic valuation.
Narrative Update Dec 01

SFR: Fair Value Will Remain Balanced Despite Marginal Profit Pressure

Analysts have raised their price target for Sandfire Resources slightly, from $14.59 to $14.66, citing modest improvements in projected revenue growth and fair value estimates. Valuation Changes Fair Value has risen slightly from A$14.59 to A$14.66.
Narrative Update Nov 16

SFR: Profit Margin Outlook Will Not Offset Overvaluation Risk

Narrative Update on Sandfire Resources: Analyst Price Target Change Analysts have increased their price target for Sandfire Resources slightly, raising it from $14.53 to $14.59. The change is attributed to improved profit margin forecasts and a modest uptick in fair value, even though revenue growth expectations have been tempered.
Analysis Article Nov 01

An Intrinsic Calculation For Sandfire Resources Limited (ASX:SFR) Suggests It's 38% Undervalued

Key Insights Sandfire Resources' estimated fair value is AU$26.11 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...
Narrative Update Nov 01

SFR: Rising Discount Rate May Pressure Price Performance

Analysts have raised Sandfire Resources’ fair value estimate from $13.51 to $14.53 per share, citing improvements in revenue growth and profit margin forecasts as key drivers for the upward revision. Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has increased from A$13.51 to A$14.53 per share.
Narrative Update Oct 18

Motheo Copper Mine And MATSA Will Secure Future Supply

Analysts have raised their price target for Sandfire Resources from $12.26 to $13.51. They highlighted improved profit margins and a more favorable long-term outlook as key drivers for the update.
Narrative Update Oct 03

Motheo Copper Mine And MATSA Will Secure Future Supply

Analysts have raised their price target for Sandfire Resources from $11.87 to $12.26 per share. They cite improved revenue growth projections and a higher forecasted fair value for the company.
Narrative Update Sep 04

Motheo Copper Mine And MATSA Will Secure Future Supply

Sandfire Resources’ future P/E has risen sharply while revenue growth forecasts have weakened, suggesting a less favorable earnings outlook, though the consensus price target has only edged up slightly to A$11.87. Valuation Changes Summary of Valuation Changes for Sandfire Resources The Consensus Analyst Price Target remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from A$11.69 to A$11.87.
Analysis Article Aug 28

The Market Doesn't Like What It Sees From Sandfire Resources Limited's (ASX:SFR) Revenues Yet

Sandfire Resources Limited's ( ASX:SFR ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 3.2x might make it look like a strong buy...
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New Narrative May 11

MATSA And Motheo Production Will Advance Operational Efficiency

Projected production increases and successful cost management at MATSA and Motheo could boost revenue and enhance financial stability.

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Brendan Harris's remuneration changed compared to Sandfire Resources's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Dec 31 2025n/an/a

US$139m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

US$116m

Jun 30 2025US$3mUS$770k

US$93m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

US$90m

Dec 31 2024n/an/a

US$87m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

US$35m

Jun 30 2024US$4mUS$782k

-US$17m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

-US$47m

Dec 31 2023n/an/a

-US$78m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

-US$65m

Jun 30 2023US$926kUS$196k

-US$52m

Compensation vs Market: Brendan's total compensation ($USD3.21M) is about average for companies of similar size in the Australian market ($USD2.84M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Brendan's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.


CEO

Brendan Harris (53 yo)

3.1yrs
Tenure
US$3,213,996
Compensation

Mr. Brendan Harris, Bsc, CPA, served as Chief Human Resources and Commercial Officer at South32 Limited since October 2020 until December 2022. He serves as Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director and D...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Brendan Harris
CEO, MD & Director3.1yrsUS$3.21m0.15%
A$ 12.6m
Megan Jansen
Chief Financial Officer2.6yrsUS$927.89k0.0016%
A$ 136.8k
Jason Grace
Chief Operating Officer6.7yrsUS$1.39m0.060%
A$ 4.9m
Ben Crowley
Head of Investor Relationsno datano datano data
Gemma Tually
Chief Legal & Compliance Officer and Company Secretary1.5yrsno datano data
Scott Browne
Chief People Officer4yrsno datano data
David Wilson
Head of Commercialno datano datano data
Cath Bozanich
Chief Sustainability Officer2.7yrsno datano data
Pippa Prior
Joint Company Secretary1.7yrsno datano data
2.7yrs
Average Tenure
53yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: SFR's management team is considered experienced (2.7 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Brendan Harris
CEO, MD & Director3.1yrsUS$3.21m0.15%
A$ 12.6m
Robert John Edwards
Independent Non-Executive Director3.8yrsUS$166.44kno data
Jennifer Morris
Independent Non-Executive Director5.3yrsUS$134.92k0.0060%
A$ 493.3k
John Richards
Independent Non-Executive Chairman5.3yrsUS$197.45k0.014%
A$ 1.2m
Paul Harvey
Independent Non-Executive Director2.7yrsUS$129.99kno data
Sarah Martin
Independent Non-Executive Director3.8yrsUS$131.96k0.00085%
A$ 70.5k
Sally Langer
Independent Non-Executive Director5.8yrsUS$138.21k0.0062%
A$ 510.7k
3.8yrs
Average Tenure
59yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: SFR's board of directors are considered experienced (3.8 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/21 08:30
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/21 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/06/30

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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
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  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Sandfire Resources Limited is covered by 29 analysts. 13 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Aryan NoroziBarrenjoey Markets Pty Limited
April LowisBarrenjoey Markets Pty Limited
Glyn LawcockBarrenjoey Markets Pty Limited