LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Canada - TSX:LIF - CA5054401073 - Common Stock
28.81 CAD
-0.09 (-0.31%)
LIF gets a fundamental rating of 6 out of 10. The analysis compared the fundamentals against 799 industry peers in the Metals & Mining industry. Both the health and profitability get an excellent rating, making LIF a very profitable company, without any liquidiy or solvency issues. LIF is valued quite cheap, but it does not seem to be growing. These ratings would make LIF suitable for value investing!
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
LIF had positive earnings in the past year.
LIF had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
Each year in the past 5 years LIF has been profitable.
In the past 5 years LIF always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
LIF has a Return On Assets of 13.59%. This is amongst the best in the industry. LIF outperforms 94.65% of its industry peers.
LIF has a better Return On Equity (17.12%) than 93.90% of its industry peers.
LIF has a Return On Invested Capital of 14.04%. This is amongst the best in the industry. LIF outperforms 96.39% of its industry peers.
Measured over the past 3 years, the Average Return On Invested Capital for LIF is above the industry average of 12.43%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 13.59% | ||
| ROE | 17.12% | ||
| ROIC | 14.04% |
ROA(3y)25.11%
ROA(5y)30.21%
ROE(3y)32.37%
ROE(5y)40.91%
ROIC(3y)16.52%
ROIC(5y)18.39%
1.3 Margins
LIF has a better Profit Margin (60.05%) than 99.00% of its industry peers.
LIF's Profit Margin has declined in the last couple of years.
With an excellent Operating Margin value of 74.97%, LIF belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 100.00% of the companies in the same industry.
LIF's Operating Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
LIF has a better Gross Margin (80.27%) than 98.88% of its industry peers.
LIF's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 74.97% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 60.05% | ||
| GM | 80.27% |
OM growth 3Y-0.44%
OM growth 5Y0.21%
PM growth 3Y-14.87%
PM growth 5Y-6.17%
GM growth 3Y0.07%
GM growth 5Y0%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) well above the Cost of Capital (WACC), LIF is creating value.
The number of shares outstanding for LIF remains at a similar level compared to 1 year ago.
Compared to 5 years ago, LIF has about the same amount of shares outstanding.
There is no outstanding debt for LIF. This means it has a Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratio of 0 and it is amongst the best of the sector and industry.
2.2 Solvency
An Altman-Z score of 8.01 indicates that LIF is not in any danger for bankruptcy at the moment.
With a decent Altman-Z score value of 8.01, LIF is doing good in the industry, outperforming 63.76% of the companies in the same industry.
There is no outstanding debt for LIF. This means it has a Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratio of 0 and it is amongst the best of the sector and industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0 | ||
| Altman-Z | 8.01 |
ROIC/WACC1.72
WACC8.15%
2.3 Liquidity
A Current Ratio of 1.79 indicates that LIF should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
Looking at the Current ratio, with a value of 1.79, LIF is in line with its industry, outperforming 48.44% of the companies in the same industry.
A Quick Ratio of 1.79 indicates that LIF should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
Looking at the Quick ratio, with a value of 1.79, LIF is in line with its industry, outperforming 50.68% of the companies in the same industry.
LIF does not score too well on the current and quick ratio evaluation. However, as it has excellent solvency and profitability, these ratios do not necessarly indicate liquidity issues and need to be evaluated against the specifics of the business.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.79 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.79 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
The earnings per share for LIF have decreased by -5.16% in the last year.
LIF shows a decrease in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been decreasing by -2.99% yearly.
Looking at the last year, LIF shows a very negative growth in Revenue. The Revenue has decreased by -11.19% in the last year.
Measured over the past years, LIF shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been growing by 3.23% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-5.16%
EPS 3Y-22.6%
EPS 5Y-2.99%
EPS Q2Q%-11.32%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-11.19%
Revenue growth 3Y-9.26%
Revenue growth 5Y3.23%
Sales Q2Q%3.89%
3.2 Future
Based on estimates for the next years, LIF will show a decrease in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will decrease by -2.12% on average per year.
The Revenue is expected to decrease by -2.47% on average over the next years.
EPS Next Y-31.78%
EPS Next 2Y-2.73%
EPS Next 3Y-4.39%
EPS Next 5Y-2.12%
Revenue Next Year-18.16%
Revenue Next 2Y-9.63%
Revenue Next 3Y-4.67%
Revenue Next 5Y-2.47%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio of 10.48, the valuation of LIF can be described as reasonable.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Earnings ratio of LIF indicates a rather cheap valuation: LIF is cheaper than 95.27% of the companies listed in the same industry.
When comparing the Price/Earnings ratio of LIF to the average of the S&P500 Index (25.89), we can say LIF is valued rather cheaply.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 11.07, the valuation of LIF can be described as reasonable.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of LIF indicates a rather cheap valuation: LIF is cheaper than 92.40% of the companies listed in the same industry.
LIF is valuated cheaply when we compare the Price/Forward Earnings ratio to 34.59, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 10.48 | ||
| Fwd PE | 11.07 |
4.2 Price Multiples
93.03% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than LIF, based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio of LIF indicates a rather cheap valuation: LIF is cheaper than 96.14% of the companies listed in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 15.09 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.66 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The excellent profitability rating of LIF may justify a higher PE ratio.
LIF's earnings are expected to decrease with -4.39% in the coming years. This may justify a cheaper valuation.
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y-2.73%
EPS Next 3Y-4.39%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 6.75%, LIF is a good candidate for dividend investing.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 12.80, LIF pays a better dividend. On top of this LIF pays more dividend than 99.38% of the companies listed in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.44, LIF pays a better dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 6.75% |
5.2 History
The dividend of LIF decreases each year by -5.33%.
LIF has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
The dividend of LIF decreased recently.
Dividend Growth(5Y)-5.33%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
5.3 Sustainability
130.63% of the earnings are spent on dividend by LIF. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
LIF's earnings and Dividend Rate are declining. This means the current dividend is most likely not sustainable.
DP130.63%
EPS Next 2Y-2.73%
EPS Next 3Y-4.39%
TSX:LIF (11/14/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
28.81
-0.09 (-0.31%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorMaterials
GICS IndustryGroupMaterials
GICS IndustryMetals & Mining
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners20.53%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners0.07%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap1.84B
Revenue(TTM)183.82M
Net Income(TTM)110.39M
Analysts50.91
Price Target30.91 (7.29%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 6.75% |
Yearly Dividend2.7
Dividend Growth(5Y)-5.33%
DP130.63%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)N/A
Avg EPS beat(2)N/A
Min EPS beat(2)N/A
Max EPS beat(2)N/A
EPS beat(4)N/A
Avg EPS beat(4)N/A
Min EPS beat(4)N/A
Max EPS beat(4)N/A
EPS beat(8)N/A
Avg EPS beat(8)N/A
EPS beat(12)N/A
Avg EPS beat(12)N/A
EPS beat(16)N/A
Avg EPS beat(16)N/A
Revenue beat(2)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(2)N/A
Min Revenue beat(2)N/A
Max Revenue beat(2)N/A
Revenue beat(4)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(4)N/A
Min Revenue beat(4)N/A
Max Revenue beat(4)N/A
Revenue beat(8)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(8)N/A
Revenue beat(12)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(12)N/A
Revenue beat(16)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(16)N/A
PT rev (1m)1.34%
PT rev (3m)-0.98%
EPS NQ rev (1m)14.07%
EPS NQ rev (3m)8.3%
EPS NY rev (1m)2.48%
EPS NY rev (3m)-36.04%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)N/A
Revenue NQ rev (3m)N/A
Revenue NY rev (1m)2.48%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-0.4%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 10.48 | ||
| Fwd PE | 11.07 | ||
| P/S | 10.03 | ||
| P/FCF | 15.09 | ||
| P/OCF | 15.09 | ||
| P/B | 2.86 | ||
| P/tB | 4.26 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.66 |
EPS(TTM)2.75
EY9.55%
EPS(NY)2.6
Fwd EY9.03%
FCF(TTM)1.91
FCFY6.63%
OCF(TTM)1.91
OCFY6.63%
SpS2.87
BVpS10.08
TBVpS6.77
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number24.97
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 13.59% | ||
| ROE | 17.12% | ||
| ROCE | 17.72% | ||
| ROIC | 14.04% | ||
| ROICexc | 14.37% | ||
| ROICexgc | 19.93% | ||
| OM | 74.97% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 60.05% | ||
| GM | 80.27% | ||
| FCFM | 66.48% |
ROA(3y)25.11%
ROA(5y)30.21%
ROE(3y)32.37%
ROE(5y)40.91%
ROIC(3y)16.52%
ROIC(5y)18.39%
ROICexc(3y)17.24%
ROICexc(5y)20.14%
ROICexgc(3y)24.59%
ROICexgc(5y)31.09%
ROCE(3y)20.85%
ROCE(5y)23.21%
ROICexgc growth 3Y-19.29%
ROICexgc growth 5Y-5.31%
ROICexc growth 3Y-15.33%
ROICexc growth 5Y-1.3%
OM growth 3Y-0.44%
OM growth 5Y0.21%
PM growth 3Y-14.87%
PM growth 5Y-6.17%
GM growth 3Y0.07%
GM growth 5Y0%
F-Score5
Asset Turnover0.23
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 0 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 0 | ||
| Cap/Depr | N/A | ||
| Cap/Sales | N/A | ||
| Interest Coverage | 250 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 84.75% | ||
| Profit Quality | 110.71% | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.79 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.79 | ||
| Altman-Z | 8.01 |
F-Score5
WACC8.15%
ROIC/WACC1.72
Cap/Depr(3y)N/A
Cap/Depr(5y)N/A
Cap/Sales(3y)N/A
Cap/Sales(5y)N/A
Profit Quality(3y)88.86%
Profit Quality(5y)89.95%
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-5.16%
EPS 3Y-22.6%
EPS 5Y-2.99%
EPS Q2Q%-11.32%
EPS Next Y-31.78%
EPS Next 2Y-2.73%
EPS Next 3Y-4.39%
EPS Next 5Y-2.12%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-11.19%
Revenue growth 3Y-9.26%
Revenue growth 5Y3.23%
Sales Q2Q%3.89%
Revenue Next Year-18.16%
Revenue Next 2Y-9.63%
Revenue Next 3Y-4.67%
Revenue Next 5Y-2.47%
EBIT growth 1Y-12.05%
EBIT growth 3Y-9.66%
EBIT growth 5Y3.45%
EBIT Next Year9.94%
EBIT Next 3Y6.14%
EBIT Next 5Y5.58%
FCF growth 1Y-34.52%
FCF growth 3Y-20.54%
FCF growth 5Y-2.11%
OCF growth 1Y-34.52%
OCF growth 3Y-20.54%
OCF growth 5Y-2.11%
LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO / LIF.CA FAQ
What is the fundamental rating for LIF stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 6 / 10 to LIF.CA.
What is the valuation status for LIF stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 7 / 10 to LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA). This can be considered as Undervalued.
How profitable is LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA) stock?
LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA) has a profitability rating of 8 / 10.
What is the valuation of LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO based on its PE and PB ratios?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA) is 10.48 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 2.86.
How sustainable is the dividend of LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA) stock?
The dividend rating of LABRADOR IRON ORE ROYALTY CO (LIF.CA) is 5 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 130.63%.