Sigma Lithium Corporation

NasdaqCM:SGML Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.5b

Sigma Lithium Balance Sheet Health

Financial Health criteria checks 1/6

Sigma Lithium has a total shareholder equity of $56.6M and total debt of $140.5M, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 248.2%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $293.7M and $237.1M respectively.

Key information

248.16%

Debt to equity ratio

US$140.53m

Debt

Interest coverage ration/a
CashUS$6.21m
EquityUS$56.63m
Total liabilitiesUS$237.12m
Total assetsUS$293.75m

Recent financial health updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha May 05

Why Sigma Lithium Remains The One Stock I'm Most Confident In

Summary Sigma Lithium remains a Strong Buy as lithium fundamentals strengthen and the company transitions to cash-positive operations. SGML’s volatility is driven by mine ramp-up challenges and skepticism, yet fundamentals are improving with spodumene prices at $2,080/t (+64% YTD). Demand for lithium is robust, fueled by EV and BESS growth, while supply response lags, supporting sustainable high prices well above SGML’s cash costs. Despite weak 2025 financials, SGML’s low-cost position and operational progress position it for significant re-rating if execution continues. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Feb 26

SGML: Mining Restart And Liquidity Concerns Will Shape Future Repricing Balance

Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Sigma Lithium by about $0.58 to roughly $17.17, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, margins, and a lower future P/E as recent research incorporates the impact of the mining restart and prior operational and liquidity concerns. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Sigma Lithium has shifted meaningfully around the time of the mining restart, with analysts updating their views on both upside potential and execution risks.
Narrative Update Feb 12

SGML: Mining Restart And Stronger Margins Will Drive Future Repricing

Analysts have lifted their price target on Sigma Lithium to $17.75 from $15.40, citing recent upgrades linked to the restart of mining operations and a modestly stronger long term margin and P/E profile in their models. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of optimism and caution around Sigma Lithium, with views shifting as mining operations pause and restart and as assumptions around margins, liquidity and valuation get adjusted.
Narrative Update Jan 27

SGML: Higher Lithium Pricing And Fines Sales Will Drive Future Repricing

Analysts have raised their implied fair value estimate for Sigma Lithium from about $14.00 to approximately $15.40, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profitability and future P/E multiples following a series of recent rating and price target changes related to operational and liquidity concerns, as well as evolving lithium price expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Sigma Lithium reflects a split view, with some bullish analysts focusing on upside tied to higher implied cash flows and others highlighting unresolved operational and liquidity questions.
Analysis Article Jan 25

New Forecasts: Here's What Analysts Think The Future Holds For Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ:SGML)

Sigma Lithium Corporation ( NASDAQ:SGML ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...
Narrative Update Jan 13

SGML: Operational And Liquidity Setbacks Will Outweigh Benefits From Higher Lithium Prices

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Sigma Lithium from $13 to $14, reflecting updated assumptions around profit margins and liquidity risks, while still flagging unresolved operational issues and uncertainty over the timing of mining resumption and prepayment cash receipts. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to higher lithium prices supporting stronger Q4 and FY26 EBITDA estimates, which feeds into a higher fair value framework even with existing risks.
Narrative Update Dec 24

SGML: Liquidity Risks Will Temper Benefits From Higher Lithium Pricing

Analysts have nudged their price target on Sigma Lithium higher to approximately $13.00 from about $10.50, citing stronger long term lithium pricing that modestly boosts revenue growth expectations, even as slightly lower margin forecasts and higher forward valuation multiples temper the upside. Analyst Commentary Recent updates from covering analysts reflect a more nuanced stance on Sigma Lithium, balancing improving fundamentals against ongoing macro and capital structure risks.
Analysis Article Dec 23

Market Participants Recognise Sigma Lithium Corporation's (NASDAQ:SGML) Revenues Pushing Shares 37% Higher

Despite an already strong run, Sigma Lithium Corporation ( NASDAQ:SGML ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...
Narrative Update Dec 10

SGML: Liquidity Concerns Will Overshadow Benefits From Upcoming Cost Reductions

Analysts have raised their price target on Sigma Lithium to $11 from $10, citing higher forecast EBITDA supported by improving lithium prices, even as they factor in elevated liquidity risk and the potential need for an equity raise. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sigma Lithium reflects a mixed but increasingly constructive stance, with price targets adjusted to reflect evolving expectations for lithium pricing, earnings power, and balance sheet risk.
Narrative Update Nov 26

SGML: Upgraded Mining Operations Will Reduce Costs And Support Margin Expansion

The analyst price target for Sigma Lithium has been raised from $8.50 to $10.50 per share. Analysts cite improved profit margin expectations and higher EBITDA forecasts, despite ongoing liquidity concerns.
Narrative Update Nov 12

SGML: Upgraded Operations Will Drive Efficiency Gains And Improved Profit Margins

The analyst price target for Sigma Lithium has been reduced from $12 to $10 per share. Analysts cite a weaker macroeconomic environment and inconsistent end-market performance as key factors behind the downward revision.
Analysis Article Nov 03

Would Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ:SGML) Be Better Off With Less Debt?

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Narrative Update Oct 29

Modernized Operations And Cost Reductions Will Drive Future Lithium Demand Recovery

Analysts have revised their price target for Sigma Lithium downward from $11.00 to $9.50 per share, citing ongoing weakness in macroeconomic conditions as well as mixed trends across industrial and commodity markets. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst revisions reflect mixed sentiment regarding Sigma Lithium’s outlook, as the macroeconomic and industry-specific backdrop remains turbulent.
Narrative Update Oct 14

Rapid EV Adoption And Decarbonization Will Spark Lithium Expansion

Analysts have lowered their price target for Sigma Lithium from $12 to $10, citing a more negative macro environment and inconsistent performance across key markets. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes on Sigma Lithium reflect a mix of optimism and caution among analysts as the company heads into the third quarter.
Analysis Article Oct 10

Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ:SGML) Stocks Shoot Up 28% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable

The Sigma Lithium Corporation ( NASDAQ:SGML ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent...
Narrative Update Aug 27

Spodumene Reserves And Greentech Efficiency Will Secure Sustainability

A sharp decline in Sigma Lithium’s net profit margin, alongside a substantially higher future P/E ratio indicating reduced earnings expectations relative to price, has led to a significant reduction in the consensus analyst price target from $17.23 to $12.00. What's in the News Special/Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025.
Analysis Article Jul 23

Is There An Opportunity With Sigma Lithium Corporation's (NASDAQ:SGML) 49% Undervaluation?

Key Insights Sigma Lithium's estimated fair value is US$13.99 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...
Analysis Article Jun 12

Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ:SGML) Shares Slammed 26% But Getting In Cheap Might Be Difficult Regardless

To the annoyance of some shareholders, Sigma Lithium Corporation ( NASDAQ:SGML ) shares are down a considerable 26% in...
Analysis Article Jun 10

There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For Sigma Lithium's (NASDAQ:SGML) Returns On Capital

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article May 20

Does Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ:SGML) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...
Analysis Article Apr 13

Sigma Lithium Corporation's (NASDAQ:SGML) 29% Cheaper Price Remains In Tune With Revenues

Sigma Lithium Corporation ( NASDAQ:SGML ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...
Analysis Article Feb 26

Sigma Lithium Corporation's (NASDAQ:SGML) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion

When close to half the companies in the Metals and Mining industry in the United States have price-to-sales ratios (or...
Analysis Article Jan 24

We Think Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ:SGML) Has A Fair Chunk Of Debt

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
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New Narrative Nov 21

Tactical Transformations Set To Propel Growth In Sustainable Metals And Mining

Strategic shift to a trader distributor model enhances revenue stability by capturing favorable pricing and managing market seasonality.
Analysis Article Nov 11

Investors Will Want Sigma Lithium's (NASDAQ:SGML) Growth In ROCE To Persist

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article Sep 30

Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ:SGML) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Seeking Alpha Aug 18

Sigma Lithium: Things Are Slowly Improving

Summary Sigma Lithium Corporation reported earnings below expectations, with a loss of 9 cents per share and revenues of $45 million. It showed operational improvements and better pricing power. The stock gave back most of its gains from 2022 and 2023, but now might be at more "investable" levels from last year's bubble levels. It's still a speculative bet at this point, and we will see if the company can scale fast enough to achieve profitability. Demand is definitely there for its lithium, though. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jun 17

Sigma Lithium Corporation: Reevaluating The Company's Production Before Potential Sale

Summary Sigma Lithium Corporation aims to support its valuation by expanding production capacity and stabilizing lithium prices. The company plans to increase concentrate production through infrastructure builds in H2 2024, with a focus on green lithium production and low-cost operating models. SGML's valuation metrics suggest the stock may be slightly overvalued, but potential production increases and strategic partnerships could boost its market standings. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article May 31

Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ:SGML) Is Experiencing Growth In Returns On Capital

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article May 03

Does Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ:SGML) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article Feb 14

Need To Know: Analysts Are Much More Bullish On Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ:SGML) Revenues

Sigma Lithium Corporation ( NASDAQ:SGML ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...
Analysis Article Jan 24

Is Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ:SGML) Trading At A 34% Discount?

Key Insights Sigma Lithium's estimated fair value is US$35.51 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Sigma Lithium's...

Financial Position Analysis

Short Term Liabilities: SGML's short term assets ($49.2M) do not cover its short term liabilities ($200.5M).

Long Term Liabilities: SGML's short term assets ($49.2M) exceed its long term liabilities ($36.6M).


Debt to Equity History and Analysis

Debt Level: SGML's net debt to equity ratio (237.2%) is considered high.

Reducing Debt: SGML's debt to equity ratio has increased from 22.5% to 248.2% over the past 5 years.


Balance Sheet


Cash Runway Analysis

For companies that have on average been loss-making in the past, we assess whether they have at least 1 year of cash runway.

Stable Cash Runway: SGML has less than a year of cash runway based on its current free cash flow.

Forecast Cash Runway: Insufficient data to determine if SGML has enough cash runway if its free cash flow continues to grow or shrink based on historical rates.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 00:14
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Sigma Lithium Corporation is covered by 7 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
MacMurray WhaleATB Cormark
Joel JacksonBMO Capital Markets Equity Research
Rock Hoffman BlaskoBofA Global Research