Impala Platinum Holdings Limited

JSE:IMP Stock Report

Market Cap: R170.7b

Impala Platinum Holdings Dividends and Buybacks

Dividend criteria checks 2/6

Impala Platinum Holdings is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 2.16% that is well covered by earnings.

Key information

2.2%

Dividend yield

0.4%

Buyback Yield

Total Shareholder Yield2.6%
Future Dividend Yield14.2%
Dividend Growth-9.5%
Next dividend pay daten/a
Ex dividend daten/a
Dividend per sharen/a
Payout ratio63%

Recent dividend and buyback updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 02

IMP: Strong Production Volumes And Firm Margins Will Support Future Share Price

Analysts have slightly revised their valuation model for Impala Platinum Holdings, trimming the ZAR fair value estimate from about ZAR529.29 to ZAR522.52. Updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate and the future P/E have resulted in a lower price target.
Narrative Update May 19

IMP: Future Returns Will Reflect Stable 6E Output And Stronger Earnings Visibility

Analysts have inched their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings slightly lower to ZAR353.56 from ZAR354.90. This reflects updated views on revenue growth, profit margin expectations, the applied discount rate, and the assumed future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update Apr 29

IMP: Strong Earnings Outlook And Higher P/E Multiple Will Support Share Price

Analysts have raised their price target on Impala Platinum Holdings to around ZAR 529 from about ZAR 310, citing updated expectations that reflect higher modelled revenue growth, a revised assumed profit margin profile, and a higher future P/E multiple in their valuation work. What's in the News Management issued earnings guidance for the six months ended 31 December 2025, indicating headline earnings and headline earnings per share are expected to be higher by a little over 4x compared with the prior period.
Narrative Update Apr 14

IMP: Future Returns Will Reflect Stronger Earnings Guidance And Recent Broker Upgrades

Analysts have trimmed their 12 month price target for Impala Platinum Holdings to about ZAR355 from roughly ZAR372, as higher discount rate assumptions offset slightly stronger views on revenue growth, profit margins and the future P/E multiple, with recent research upgrades cited as support for the updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research has shifted more positively, with price target revisions and upgrades reflecting a mix of confidence in the business and caution around execution risks.
Narrative Update Mar 31

IMP: Recent Upgrades Will Test Execution And Profitability Assumptions Going Forward

Analysts have trimmed their ZAR fair value estimate for Impala Platinum Holdings from ZAR246.17 to ZAR225.00, reflecting updated assumptions on revenue growth, profitability and future P/E following recent upgrades from major firms that have reassessed the stock's long term risk and return profile. Analyst Commentary The recent fair value trim to ZAR225.00 comes as several major houses revisit their assumptions on revenue, margins and the sustainability of current P/E levels for Impala Platinum Holdings.
Narrative Update Mar 17

IMP: Future Returns Will Reflect Upgraded Outlook After Recent Broker Upgrades

Narrative Update: Impala Platinum Holdings Analysts have lifted their ZAR price target on Impala Platinum Holdings to ZAR372.02, citing recent broker upgrades and updated assumptions that include slightly higher revenue growth expectations, a modestly higher discount rate, a small adjustment to profit margin forecasts, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Impala Platinum Holdings has focused on the implications of the revised assumptions behind the ZAR372.02 price target, particularly around revenue growth, discount rates, profit margins, and the future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update Mar 03

IMP: Future Returns Will Reflect Upgraded Earnings Outlook And Execution Risks

The analyst price target for Impala Platinum Holdings has increased from ZAR227.02 to ZAR372.02. Analysts cite updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, along with recent upgrades from major banks, as the key drivers of this change.
Narrative Update Feb 17

IMP: Broker Upgrades Will Likely Prove Vulnerable To Execution Risks

Analysts have raised their ZAR price target on Impala Platinum Holdings to ZAR246.17, based on research that incorporates slightly firmer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, a modestly lower future P/E, and a small adjustment to the discount rate. Analyst Commentary Even with a higher ZAR price target, not every analyst is enthusiastic.
Analysis Article Feb 03

This Just In: Analysts Are Boosting Their Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (JSE:IMP) Outlook for This Year

Impala Platinum Holdings Limited ( JSE:IMP ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...
Narrative Update Feb 02

IMP: Upbeat Broker Upgrades Will Likely Leave Shares Exposed To Execution Setbacks

Analysts have raised their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings from R180.00 to approximately R246.17. They cite updated assumptions for revenue growth, higher profit margins, and a lower future P/E ratio, supported by recent upgrades from major research houses.
Narrative Update Jan 19

IMP: Higher Production Assumptions Will Likely Leave Shares Vulnerable To Future Compression

Analysts have lifted their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings from R130.00 to R180.00, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that they state support a higher fair value under a slightly higher discount rate. What's in the News Reported 6E Group production of 882,000 oz for the first quarter ended 30 September 2025, compared with 928,000 oz for the same quarter a year earlier (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Jan 05

IMP: Higher Margins And Solid 6E Sales Will Support Share Price Rebound

Analysts kept their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings steady at R310.00, citing small adjustments to the discount rate, expected revenue growth, profit margin assumptions, and a slightly lower future P/E as the reasons for maintaining their view. What's in the News Impala Platinum Holdings reported 6E Group production of 882,000 oz for the first quarter ended 30 September 2025, compared with 928,000 oz in the same quarter a year earlier (company announcement).
Narrative Update Dec 18

IMP: Higher Margins Are Expected To Drive Strong Share Price Rebound

Analysts have lifted their price target on Impala Platinum Holdings from R200.00 to R310.00, citing expectations for faster revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and a modestly lower future price-to-earnings multiple that together support a higher fair value estimate despite a slightly increased discount rate. What's in the News Reported first quarter 2025 6E group production of 882,000 oz, down from 928,000 oz in the prior year period, highlighting some operational headwinds (company announcement).
Analysis Article Dec 18

What Impala Platinum Holdings Limited's (JSE:IMP) 28% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You

The Impala Platinum Holdings Limited ( JSE:IMP ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an...
Narrative Update Dec 04

IMP: Future Returns Will Reflect Mixed Production Trends And Improving Margins

Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings to R227.02 from R227.65, citing a marginally higher discount rate and slightly softer revenue growth expectations, partly offset by an improved profit margin outlook and a near unchanged future P/E assumption. What's in the News Reported first quarter 2025 6E group production of 882,000 oz, down from 928,000 oz in the prior year period, highlighting modest operational pressure (company announcement).
Narrative Update Nov 20

IMP: Rising Profit Margins Will Drive Improved Returns in Coming Year

Analysts have increased their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings from R219.52 to R227.65, citing improved profit margin expectations and stronger projected revenue growth. What's in the News Impala Platinum Holdings announced operating results for Q1 2025, reporting 6E Group production of 882,000 oz, down from 928,000 oz a year ago (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Nov 03

IMP: Rising Earnings Guidance Will Drive Renewed Optimism Despite 79% EPS Decline

Analysts have raised their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings from $210.88 to $219.52, citing moderate improvements in fair value estimates as well as future earnings multiples. What's in the News Impala Platinum Holdings issued new earnings guidance for the year ending 30 June 2025 (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Oct 20

PGM Supply Challenges And Operational Resilience Will Define Future Prospects

Impala Platinum Holdings has seen its analyst price target rise from R196.67 to R210.88. This reflects analysts' optimism driven by modest improvements in forecast revenue growth and market valuation multiples.
Analysis Article Oct 15

Is Impala Platinum Holdings (JSE:IMP) A Risky Investment?

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Narrative Update Oct 05

PGM Supply Challenges And Operational Resilience Will Define Future Prospects

Analysts have raised their price target for Impala Platinum Holdings from R170.83 to R196.67. They cite improved revenue growth expectations and higher anticipated profit margins as key drivers for the upward revision.
Analysis Article Sep 24

After Leaping 26% Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (JSE:IMP) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar

Impala Platinum Holdings Limited ( JSE:IMP ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last...
Narrative Update Sep 20

PGM Supply Challenges And Operational Resilience Will Define Future Prospects

The upward revision in the analyst price target for Impala Platinum Holdings reflects an increase in consensus revenue growth forecasts, partially offset by a slight decline in net profit margin, resulting in a modest increase in fair value from ZAR167.50 to ZAR170.83. What's in the News Impala Platinum expects basic earnings per share (EPS) for FY2025 to improve compared to the prior year’s loss, but headline earnings per share (HEPS) are projected to decrease by 63% to 79%, mainly due to lower sales volumes and inflationary pressures.
Analysis Article Sep 04

Impala Platinum Holdings' (JSE:IMP) Solid Earnings May Rest On Weak Foundations

The market for Impala Platinum Holdings Limited's ( JSE:IMP ) stock was strong after it released a healthy earnings...
Narrative Update Aug 29

New Smelter And Refinery Upgrades Will Expand Platinum Production Capacity By 20%

Impala Platinum Holdings’ consensus price target has been revised upward to ZAR167.50, as a higher future P/E multiple offsets a decline in net profit margin. What's in the News The company expects to report improved basic EPS for FY2025 compared to a basic loss per share in FY2024, mainly due to the prior period’s significant impairments.
Analysis Article Jul 20

Revenues Not Telling The Story For Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (JSE:IMP) After Shares Rise 26%

Impala Platinum Holdings Limited ( JSE:IMP ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last...
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New Narrative Feb 09

Completion Of Key Projects Will Increase PGM Production Capacity And Reduce Costs

Expansion and optimization initiatives are projected to boost capacity, efficiency, and margins, positively influencing revenue and profitability.

Stability and Growth of Payments

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Stable Dividend: IMP has been paying a dividend for less than 10 years and during this time payments have been volatile.

Growing Dividend: IMP's dividend payments have increased, but the company has only paid a dividend for 6 years.


Dividend Yield vs Market

Impala Platinum Holdings Dividend Yield vs Market
How does IMP dividend yield compare to the market?
SegmentDividend Yield
Company (IMP)2.2%
Market Bottom 25% (ZA)3.2%
Market Top 25% (ZA)7.7%
Industry Average (Metals and Mining)4.7%
Analyst forecast (IMP) (up to 3 years)14.2%

Notable Dividend: IMP's dividend (2.16%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the ZA market (3.18%).

High Dividend: IMP's dividend (2.16%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the ZA market (7.72%).


Earnings Payout to Shareholders

Earnings Coverage: With its reasonable payout ratio (62.8%), IMP's dividend payments are covered by earnings.


Cash Payout to Shareholders

Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (48.8%), IMP's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/10 04:33
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/09 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/06/30

Data Sources

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Company Financials10 years
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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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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
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Impala Platinum Holdings Limited is covered by 20 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Gerhard EngelbrechtAbsa Bank Limited
Richard HartArqaam Capital Research Offshore S.A.L.
Sebastian BellAvior Capital Markets