PLS Group (PLS) Stock Price, Fundamentals & Analysis

What PLS does

PLS Group (PLS) is a stock listed on the ASX in the Basic Materials sector. The company explores, develops, and operates mineral resources in Australia, with a primary focus on lithium. Its flagship project is the 100% owned Pilgangoora project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Formerly known as Pilbara Minerals Limited, the company changed its name to PLS Group Limited in November 2025 and has been operating since its incorporation in 2005. In the broader Australian resources landscape, peers include Westgold Resources (WGX), Mineral Resources (MIN), and Iluka Resources (ILU).

Key numbers explained

• The current price is 3.84 AUD, down 2.54% today.
• The trailing P/E ratio of 24 compares the share price to the last 12 months of earnings per share (0.16 AUD), while the forward P/E ratio of 16.3 uses expected future earnings, often viewed as a gauge of growth expectations.
• The dividend yield is 1.3%, with an ex-dividend date of 2 Sept. 2026; note that 0% of earnings is paid out as dividends, meaning the company retains all earnings for reinvestment.
• Market capitalisation of 12.39 mld. AUD reflects the total value of all outstanding shares.
• The beta of 0.75 suggests the stock has historically moved less than the overall market, a measure of systematic risk.
• The 52-week range of 2.32 – 6.81 AUD shows the lowest and highest traded prices in the past year, with the current price sitting below the midpoint.
• Revenue growth of 281.7% year over year on trailing 12-month revenue of 1.93 mld. AUD indicates a significant recent expansion in the top line.
• The profit margin of 27.2% and operating margin of 55.3% measure how much of each revenue dollar remains as profit after costs and operating expenses, respectively.

What to watch

• Commodity prices, especially lithium, can materially affect revenue and margins for miners like PLS Group.
• Production volumes and project milestones at the Pilgangoora project influence cash flow and growth trajectory.
• Exploration results and resource estimates may drive changes in market perception and valuation.
• Broader market conditions and investor appetite for cyclical resources stocks often impact share price movements.
• The upcoming earnings release on 24 Aug. 2026 is a key date for updated financial and operational information.