Metals Exploration Plc

LSE:MTL UK Gold
Market Cap
$4.77 Million
GBX39.24 Billion GBX
Market Cap Rank
#42771 Global
#673 in UK
Share Price
GBX13.40
Change (1 day)
-0.74%
52-Week Range
GBX5.40 - GBX18.50
All Time High
GBX18.50
About

Metals Exploration plc identifies, acquires, explores for, and develops mining and processing properties in the United Kingdom and the Philippines. The company primarily explores for gold, and precious and base metals. Its flagship property owns 100% interest in the Runruno gold project located north of Manila. Metals Exploration plc was incorporated in 2004 and is based in London, the United Kin… Read more

Metals Exploration Plc (MTL) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of June 2025: GBX272.94 Million GBX

Based on the latest financial reports, Metals Exploration Plc (MTL) holds total assets worth GBX272.94 Million GBX as of June 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

Metals Exploration Plc - Total Assets Trend (2005–2024)

This chart illustrates how Metals Exploration Plc’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

Metals Exploration Plc - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2024)

Metals Exploration Plc's total assets of GBX272.94 Million consist of 34.6% current assets and 65.4% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (GBX) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents GBX0.00 2.3%
Accounts Receivable GBX10.06 Million 5.8%
Inventory GBX18.12 Million 10.4%
Property, Plant & Equipment GBX0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets GBX383.31K 0.2%
Goodwill GBX0.00 0.0%

Asset Composition Trend (2005–2024)

This chart illustrates how Metals Exploration Plc's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Metals Exploration Plc's current assets represent 34.6% of total assets in 2024, a decrease from 42.8% in 2005.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 2.3% of total assets in 2024, down from 42.4% in 2005.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 0.0% of total assets, a decrease from 57.0% in 2005.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is inventory at 10.4% of total assets.

Metals Exploration Plc Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Metals Exploration Plc based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Outback Goldfields Corp
OTCQB:OZBKF
USA $13.40 Million
Besra Gold Inc.
PINK:BESAF
USA $41.56 Million
McLaren Resources Inc
F:3ML
Germany €29.32K
PC Gold Ltd
AU:PC2
Australia AU$18.12 Million
4LE
F:4LE
Germany €2.04 Million
Sichuan Rongda Gold Co. Ltd. Cl A
SHE:001337
China CN¥2.13 Billion
Bahvest Resources Bhd
KLSE:0098
Malaysia RM430.12 Million
Pearl Gold AG
F:02P
Germany €9.26 Million

Metals Exploration Plc - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 0.00 - 1.10

Strong asset utilization - Metals Exploration Plc generates 1.10x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: -178.85% - 65.71%

Excellent ROA - For every $100 in assets, Metals Exploration Plc generates $ 14.68 in net profit.

Metals Exploration Plc - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 5.04 2.67 0.19
Quick Ratio 3.90 1.18 0.11
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital GBX61.61 Million GBX 23.33 Million GBX -111.24 Million

Metals Exploration Plc - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Metals Exploration Plc's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 1.88
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.00
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) -4.0%
Total Assets GBX174.29 Million
Market Capitalization $38.48K USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values Metals Exploration Plc's assets below their book value (0.00 x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Slight Asset Contraction: Metals Exploration Plc's assets decreased by 4.0% over the past year, which may reflect streamlining or optimization of resources.

Annual Total Assets for Metals Exploration Plc (2005–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Metals Exploration Plc from 2005 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 GBX174.29 Million -3.96%
2023-12-31 GBX181.48 Million +50.48%
2022-12-31 GBX120.61 Million -6.97%
2021-12-31 GBX129.65 Million -10.11%
2020-12-31 GBX144.24 Million +11.53%
2019-12-31 GBX129.32 Million +31.12%
2018-12-31 GBX98.62 Million -61.82%
2017-12-31 GBX258.31 Million -1.93%
2016-12-31 GBX263.38 Million -2.30%
2015-12-31 GBX269.59 Million +21.17%
2014-12-31 GBX222.49 Million +24.17%
2013-12-31 GBX179.18 Million +32.15%
2012-12-31 GBX135.59 Million +23.98%
2011-12-31 GBX109.37 Million +150.65%
2010-12-31 GBX43.63 Million -1.92%
2009-12-31 GBX44.49 Million +94.87%
2008-12-31 GBX22.83 Million +67.66%
2008-09-30 GBX13.62 Million -44.85%
2007-09-30 GBX24.69 Million +410.11%
2006-09-30 GBX4.84 Million -1.27%
2005-09-30 GBX4.90 Million --