(SAND) Sandstorm Gold N - Ratings and Ratios
Exchange: NYSE • Country: Canada • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: CA80013R2063
SAND: Gold, Silver, Copper, Zinc, Platinum, Palladium
Sandstorm Gold Ltd (NYSE:SAND) is a gold royalty company that has carved out a unique position in the mining industry by focusing on acquiring royalties and metal purchase agreements from companies with advanced-stage operating mines. This model allows Sandstorm to generate revenue without directly operating mines, thereby avoiding the operational risks and capital expenditures that come with running mining projects. Instead, the company provides upfront payments to mining operators in exchange for the right to purchase a percentage of a mines production for its entire lifecycle. This structure is particularly attractive during periods of macroeconomic uncertainty, as it provides a steady stream of revenue with minimal exposure to operational disruptions.
The company boasts a diversified portfolio of 243 streams and royalties, spread across 30 countries, including key mining jurisdictions such as Canada, the United States, Mexico, Australia, and several countries in South America and Africa. This geographic diversity reduces reliance on any single region and exposes the company to multiple gold-producing assets. Sandstorms approach is akin to a picks and shovels strategy, where the company benefits from the gold rush without the risks of direct mining operations. This business model is particularly appealing to investors seeking exposure to gold without the volatility associated with direct commodity prices.
From a financial perspective, Sandstorm Gold Ltd. has a market capitalization of approximately $1.97 billion USD, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 55.42 and a forward P/E of 37.88. The price-to-book (P/B) ratio stands at 1.38, and the price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is 11.39. While these metrics suggest a premium valuation, they also reflect the markets confidence in the companys ability to generate consistent cash flows from its royalty and streaming agreements. The companys financial health is further underscored by its ability to generate revenue from a portfolio of producing, development, and exploration-stage assets, creating a balanced mix of near-term and long-term growth opportunities.
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Sandstorm Gold Ltd. has established itself as a significant player in the gold royalty space. Its disciplined approach to acquiring high-quality assets and its ability to navigate the complexities of international mining jurisdictions make it a compelling investment opportunity for those seeking exposure to the gold market. The companys website can be found at https://www.sandstormgold.com.
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SAND Stock Overview
Market Cap in USD | 1,873m |
Sector | Basic Materials |
Industry | Gold |
GiC Sub-Industry | Gold |
IPO / Inception | 2009-05-29 |
SAND Stock Ratings
Growth 5y | 6.37% |
Fundamental | 20.1% |
Dividend | 22.6% |
Rel. Strength Industry | 39.9 |
Analysts | 4/5 |
Fair Price Momentum | 6.48 USD |
Fair Price DCF | 7.48 USD |
SAND Dividends
Dividend Yield 12m | 0.94% |
Yield on Cost 5y | 1.27% |
Annual Growth 5y | -1.67% |
Payout Consistency | 96.3% |
SAND Growth Ratios
Growth Correlation 3m | 85% |
Growth Correlation 12m | 63.2% |
Growth Correlation 5y | -64.2% |
CAGR 5y | 7.66% |
CAGR/Max DD 5y | 0.12 |
Sharpe Ratio 12m | 1.18 |
Alpha | 26.02 |
Beta | 0.72 |
Volatility | 38.58% |
Current Volume | 2961.4k |
Average Volume 20d | 4696k |
As of March 15, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 6.53 with a total of 2,961,351 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +3.65%, over one month by +2.51%, over three months by +16.89% and over the past year by +34.90%.
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Sandstorm Gold N is currently (March 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 20.09 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of SAND as of March 2025 is 6.48. This means that SAND is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -0.77%.
Sandstorm Gold N has received a consensus analysts rating of 4.00. Therefor, it is recommend to buy SAND.
- Strong Buy: 2
- Buy: 7
- Hold: 2
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, SAND Sandstorm Gold N will be worth about 7.1 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 6.53. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +8.88%.
Issuer | Forecast | Upside |
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Wallstreet Target Price | 8.2 | 25.6% |
Analysts Target Price | 8.3 | 26.3% |
ValueRay Target Price | 7.1 | 8.9% |