Wheaton Precious Metals Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 5/6
Wheaton Precious Metals has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 13.8%, while the Metals and Mining industry saw earnings growing at 18.6% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 14.4% per year. Wheaton Precious Metals's return on equity is 19.5%, and it has net margins of 65.6%.
Key information
13.84%
Earnings growth rate
13.59%
EPS growth rate
| Metals and Mining Industry Growth | 27.39% |
| Revenue growth rate | 14.38% |
| Return on equity | 19.47% |
| Net Margin | 65.55% |
| Next Earnings Update | 06 Aug 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
WPM: Robust Streaming Pipeline And New Leadership Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Wheaton Precious Metals from CA$259.57 to CA$355.72, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, margins, and future P/E multiples following a series of recent price target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Wheaton Precious Metals has leaned positive overall, with several bullish analysts revising price targets higher and highlighting potential growth levers around the company’s asset base and development pipeline.
Narrative Update • Apr 14
WPM: Robust Pipeline And Dividend Increases Will Offset Higher Discount Rate
The updated analyst price target for Wheaton Precious Metals moves to CA$218 from CA$235, reflecting analysts' use of a slightly higher discount rate together with only modest changes to growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Wheaton Precious Metals shows a mix of higher and lower price targets, with several firms adjusting their models after updated guidance, metal price forecasts, and company commentary on its project pipeline.Narrative Update • Mar 31
WPM: Higher P/E Assumptions And Robust Pipeline Will Drive Future Upside
The analyst price target for Wheaton Precious Metals has been revised from CA$180.53 to CA$235.28, with analysts attributing the change to a higher assumed future P/E multiple and updated Street research that reflects recent price target increases and an "extremely robust" opportunity pipeline. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Wheaton Precious Metals spans a range of views, from higher price targets tied to an "extremely robust" opportunities pipeline and updated metal price forecasts, to more cautious adjustments that flag potential risks around valuation, execution and long term growth expectations.
Narrative Update • Mar 17
WPM: Robust Opportunities Pipeline And Higher Metal Price Assumptions Will Drive Upside
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Wheaton Precious Metals from CA$190.41 to CA$259.31, citing refreshed models that reflect a stronger revenue outlook, updated profit assumptions, and a higher future P/E multiple in line with a series of recent price target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Wheaton Precious Metals has leaned toward higher valuation anchors, with several price targets in the US$160 to US$188 range and others in the C$230 area and above.Narrative Update • Mar 03
WPM: Long Term Metal Price Assumptions Will Restrain Upside Potential
The analyst price target for Wheaton Precious Metals has been revised slightly higher to CA$188. Analysts linked their updated views to refreshed 2026 metal price forecasts and company guidance that was broadly in line with expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 17
WPM: Fair Value Case Balances Higher Metal Assumptions And Execution Risks
The analyst price target for Wheaton Precious Metals has been raised by CA$19.86. Analysts cite refreshed valuation work that incorporates updated revenue growth, profit margin and P/E assumptions reflected in recent target increases from firms such as Stifel, CIBC, UBS, Scotiabank, Canaccord and BofA.Analysis Article • Feb 10
Industry Analysts Just Made A Substantial Upgrade To Their Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:WPM) Revenue Forecasts
Shareholders in Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:WPM ) may be thrilled to learn that the analysts have just...Narrative Update • Feb 02
WPM: New Gold Streams And Supportive Western Demand Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their price targets for Wheaton Precious Metals higher, reflecting updated fair value estimates of about $260, small adjustments to the discount rate and long term margin and growth assumptions, as well as a series of recent target increases from major firms such as UBS, Scotiabank, Canaccord and BofA. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has generally leaned constructive on Wheaton Precious Metals, with several firms updating their price targets and reaffirming positive views on the company despite a mixed macro backdrop for commodities.Narrative Update • Jan 19
WPM: Precious Metals Streams And Geopolitical Tensions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Wheaton Precious Metals into the low US$130s, with the updated fair value estimate of about US$259. This change is supported by expectations for stronger revenue growth, higher profit margins, a slightly higher discount rate, and a lower future P/E assumption.Narrative Update • Jan 05
WPM: Higher Gold Price Assumptions And New Streams Will Drive Long-Term Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on Wheaton Precious Metals by roughly US$8 to reflect updated commodity price forecasts, higher assumed revenue growth and margins, and a lower future P/E multiple, based on recent research updates from BofA, Scotiabank, Stifel and Berenberg. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting price targets across multiple currencies, which signals greater confidence in Wheaton Precious Metals' ability to support higher valuation levels under updated commodity price assumptions.Analysis Article • Jan 02
Calculating The Fair Value Of Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:WPM)
Key Insights Wheaton Precious Metals' estimated fair value is CA$186 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Narrative Update • Dec 18
WPM Will Navigate Higher Metal Price Expectations Amid Mixed Macro Backdrop
Analysts have lifted their price targets for Wheaton Precious Metals into the low to mid $130 range, citing higher long term precious metal price forecasts, resilient demand amid macro headwinds, and ongoing capital returns and M&A momentum as support for a higher fair value, despite slightly lower growth and margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has highlighted a broadly constructive outlook for Wheaton Precious Metals, with multiple price target increases across North American and international markets.Narrative Update • Dec 04
WPM: Rising Gold And Silver Prices Will Drive Long-Term Upside
Analysts have nudged their price targets on Wheaton Precious Metals modestly higher, with incremental increases such as BofA's move to $133 and Scotiabank's lift to $128. These adjustments reflect expectations of stronger precious metals pricing and resilient demand despite a mixed global macro backdrop.Analysis Article • Nov 23
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:WPM) Not Lagging Market On Growth Or Pricing
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 45x Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:WPM ) may be sending very bearish...Narrative Update • Nov 19
WPM: Future Precious Metals Price Rally Will Drive Long-Term Upside
The consensus analyst price target for Wheaton Precious Metals has increased significantly. Recent updates reflect a rise from $109 to $128 per share, as analysts cite continued precious metal price rallies, favorable capital returns, and robust M&A momentum as key drivers behind their upward adjustments.Narrative Update • Nov 05
WPM: Future Precious Metals Price Strength Will Drive Earnings Momentum
The analyst price target for Wheaton Precious Metals has been raised. Analysts cite continued strength in precious metals prices, enhanced capital returns, and ongoing corporate momentum as key drivers for the updated target, which is now $1.91 higher than before.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Boost Wheaton Precious Metals Targets Amid Higher Forecasts and Mixed Valuation Views
Wheaton Precious Metals' analyst price targets have increased significantly in recent updates. Analysts cite higher gold and silver price forecasts, improved revenue growth prospects, and recent sector momentum as key drivers of this upward adjustment.Narrative Update • Oct 08
Salobo III Streaming Deals Will Shape Future Metals Markets
Analysts have raised their price targets on Wheaton Precious Metals. Updated fair value estimates have climbed from $150 to $174, reflecting stronger than expected revenue growth and increasing optimism about commodity markets.Narrative Update • Sep 24
Salobo III Streaming Deals Will Shape Future Metals Markets
Analysts have raised their price target for Wheaton Precious Metals to CA$150.28, citing stronger-than-expected recent results, optimism over commodity price trends, and the company’s new growth initiative with the Hemlo Mine acquisition. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are positive on the outlook for copper, aluminum, and gold prices, supporting higher valuation multiples for Wheaton Precious Metals.Narrative Update • Sep 09
Salobo III Streaming Deals Will Shape Future Metals Markets
Analysts modestly raised their price targets for Wheaton Precious Metals to CA$148.53, reflecting strong year-to-date share performance, higher gold and silver prices, and confidence in its robust streaming portfolio, while also cautioning that the stock now appears fully valued after its recent rally. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cited rising gold and silver prices as supporting further upside in the company's valuation.Narrative Update • Aug 06
Salobo III Streaming Deals Will Shape Future Metals Markets
Wheaton Precious Metals’ fair value has increased—reflected in the higher analyst price target—as consensus expectations for future revenue growth and valuations have both risen substantially. What's in the News Q1 2025 gold production increased slightly to 92,681 ounces, while silver and palladium output declined to 4,733 ounces and 2,661 ounces, respectively.Analysis Article • Jul 23
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp.'s (TSE:WPM) Earnings Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 70.2x Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:WPM ) may be sending very...Analysis Article • Jun 16
Investors Will Want Wheaton Precious Metals' (TSE:WPM) Growth In ROCE To Persist
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New Narrative • Jan 16
New Streaming Agreements With Fenix And Koné Projects Will Boost Future Prospects
New streaming agreements and project developments are poised to boost production and revenue, supporting strong earnings growth in the near term.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Wheaton Precious Metals makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 2,746 | 1,800 | 75 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 2,315 | 1,472 | 78 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 1,830 | 1,002 | 81 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 1,662 | 789 | 81 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 1,458 | 619 | 77 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 1,285 | 529 | 63 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,218 | 609 | 62 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,132 | 571 | 56 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,098 | 590 | 54 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 1,016 | 538 | 60 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 939 | 535 | 61 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 934 | 615 | 56 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 972 | 623 | 53 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,065 | 669 | 55 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,107 | 795 | 55 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,157 | 733 | 55 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,185 | 750 | 62 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,202 | 755 | 54 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,210 | 620 | 52 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,248 | 635 | 63 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 1,166 | 575 | 64 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,096 | 508 | 66 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,033 | 428 | 62 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 950 | 354 | 57 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 891 | 124 | 51 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 861 | 86 | 55 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 835 | 15 | 67 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 797 | -26 | 60 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 820 | 416 | 58 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 794 | 427 | 52 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 840 | 283 | 36 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 857 | 315 | 35 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 845 | 65 | 32 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 843 | 58 | 32 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 859 | 206 | 27 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 889 | 223 | 29 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 902 | 215 | 29 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 892 | 195 | 32 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 834 | 15 | 37 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 754 | -164 | 34 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 706 | -170 | 32 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 649 | -162 | 30 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 589 | 59 | 29 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 601 | 160 | 30 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: WPM has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: WPM's current net profit margins (65.6%) are higher than last year (42.5%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: WPM's earnings have grown by 13.8% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: WPM's earnings growth over the past year (190.7%) exceeds its 5-year average (13.8% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: WPM earnings growth over the past year (190.7%) exceeded the Metals and Mining industry 122%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: WPM's Return on Equity (19.5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/20 14:00 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/20 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. is covered by 31 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.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Harriet Li | Accountability Research Corporation |
| Matthew Murphy | Barclays |
| Richard Hatch | Berenberg |