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China Natural Resources, Inc. CHNR

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Insider Decisions

in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy
Sell
Insider Ownership
93.05%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap
4.80
Revenue
7.76
Net Income
(3.81)
Free Cash Flow
(2.14)
Net Debt
(0.10)
Current Ratio
0.15
Debt/Equity
0.00
P/E ratio
0.00
P/S ratio
4.02
P/B ratio
2.59
Past 5Y EPS Growth
22.62%
This Y EPS Growth
68.60%
Next Y EPS Growth
Next 5Y EPS Growth
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio
0.00
Annual Dividend Rate
Annual Dividend Yield
total individual payouts
2020 ‡‡‡
2019 ‡‡‡
2018 ‡‡‡
2017 ‡‡‡
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2022 2023 2024 2025
Cash 4.60 0.67 0.42 0.07
Receivables 20.00 0.00 0.00 0.01
Inventory 0.11
Other 3.60
28.55 0.83 0.60 0.25
2022 2023 2024 2025
Payables 2.95 0.01 0.04 0.04
ST’ Debt 0.44
Other 1.33 12.10 0.29 0.00
9.37 25.12 2.37 2.02
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Cash Flow ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Earnings ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Book Value ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 1.76
’22 2.48 0.61
2.94
’21 2.91
2.95
’20 0.98
1.05
in millions of $

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26
’25 (0.58)
(0.82)
’24 (1.63)
(1.02)
’23 0.42
1.88
’22 (0.99) (0.35)
(1.85)
’21 (0.84) (1.08)
(1.90)
’20 (0.18) (0.49)
(0.70)
in millions of $

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26
’25 (0.58)
(0.81)
’24 (1.63)
(1.02)
’23 0.28
1.74
’22 (0.99) (0.35)
(1.86)
’21 (0.84) (1.08)
(1.90)
’20 (0.18) (0.49)
(0.70)
in millions of $

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26
’25
(0.14)
’24
(0.32)
’23 (0.19)
(1.92)
’22 0.04 (0.46)
(3.52)
’21 (0.55) (0.41)
(7.60)
’20 0.02 0.59
5.60

Target Price Range

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Recommendation Rating

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Buy
2
3
Hold
4
5
Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ 13.20 10.64 4.08 3.16
Low Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 54.00 35.20 70.80 8.20
High Price
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ 67 9 9 9
Employees
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.04 0.00 0.00 0.00
Revenue/Emp
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2.94
Revenue
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 28.67%
Gross Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (2.38) (1.18) (0.43) (0.18)
EBT
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (80.94%) 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
EBT Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (2.38) (1.48) (0.43) (0.18)
Net Income
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.37 0.23 0.05 0.00
Depreciation
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2.88 0.00 0.00 0.00
Revenue/Sh
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ (3.52) (1.92) (0.32) (0.14)
Earnings/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (1.81) 1.83 (0.85) (0.65)
Cash Flow/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.00 (0.14) 0.00 0.01
Capex/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (1.81) 1.69 (0.85) (0.64)
Free CF/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 25.13 10.45 9.99 9.82
Book Value/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1.02 1.03 1.21 1.26
Shares
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ 0.00
PE Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 16.91
PS Ratio
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 12.10
PB Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 17.84
EV/Sales
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (25.89)
EV/FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (1.85) 1.88 (1.02) (0.82)
Op' Cash Flow
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.00 (0.15) 0.01
Capex
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (1.86) 1.74 (1.02) (0.81)
FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 19.18 (24.29) (1.78) (1.77)
Working Cap'
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 10.73
Total Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 6.13 (0.67) (0.42) (0.07)
Net Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 25.72 10.74 12.07 12.34
Sh' Equity
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (7.22%) (4.75%) (1.21%) (0.50%)
ROA
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (8.74%) (8.02%) (5.29%) (2.38%)
ROIC
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (13.13%) (10.72%) (3.79%) (1.44%)
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

Analyst Commentary (Summary)

China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR), a China-focused mining explorer, stands as a stark warning for investors chasing resource plays. Once boasting fleeting revenue peaks—like $2.95 million in 2021 amid a tiny workforce surge—operations have ground to a halt, with zero revenue since 2022 and employees slashed 87% to just nine. Chronic losses dominate, with net income swinging wildly from profits in 2020 to deepening shortfalls, dragging returns like ROA and ROE into negative territory. The stock, down 95% from decade highs, trades as a penny stock reflecting total skepticism.

A modest balance sheet buffer—net cash position and $12 million in equity—offers slim protection against liquidity squeezes, working capital swings, and ongoing depreciation drags. No analyst targets, zero insider trades, and external headwinds like China’s mining crackdowns, trade tensions, and Nasdaq delisting fears amplify the downside. While a rare 2023 cash flow positive hints at survival mode, 2024 reversals underscore fragility.

This deep dive reveals CHNR’s squandered potential and sky-high risks—perfect for understanding why some resource bets fizzle. Read the full analysis for charts, metrics, and revival odds.

China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) Latest News

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20 Mar

4 GlobeNewswire, 8:00 AM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) announced a non-binding letter of intent to acquire a majority stake in HooRii Technology, marking a strategic shift from natural resources to physical AI development. Non-binding LOI for majority stake in physical AI firm signals major strategic pivot from resources sector, likely boosting growth prospects and investor interest.

19 Mar

4 PR Newswire, 7:15 AM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) announced a non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire a majority stake in HooRii Technology, marking a strategic shift from natural resources to Physical AI development. Non-binding LOI for majority stake in HooRii Technology signals major pivot to Physical AI, potentially reshaping CHNR's business model and investor outlook.

5 Jan

3 Simply Wall St., 7:28 AM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) is analyzed for its intrinsic value, focusing on its financial performance, market position, and potential growth opportunities. The article highlights key metrics and valuation methods to assess the company's worth, considering factors such as revenue, assets, and market trends. Insights into the company's operational strategies and industry context are provided, aiming to inform investors about CHNR's future prospects. Moderate influence on financial performance and market sentiment is expected due to the analysis of intrinsic value and operational strategies.

31 Dec

3 PR NewswireInsider MonkeyMT NewswiresSimply Wall St.Simply Wall St.Insider MonkeyMT NewswiresSimply Wall St., 8:00 AM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) reported its financial results for the first half of 2025, highlighting key performance metrics and operational developments. The company experienced fluctuations in revenue and profit margins, attributed to market conditions and strategic initiatives. Management provided insights into future growth prospects and ongoing projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and market presence. Financial performance and operational developments indicate a moderately noticeable influence on the company's trajectory.

3 , 7:55 AM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) reports first half 2024 results. Moderately noticeable influence expected on financial performance and competitive positioning.

10 Jun

3 PR Newswire, 4:10 PM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHNR) announced a share combination effective June 13, 2025, where every eight common shares will convert into one. Fractional shares will be rounded up to the nearest whole share, and all outstanding options and warrants will be adjusted accordingly. The company's shares will continue to trade under the symbol 'CHNR' with a new CUSIP number, G2110U125. The company is involved in mining operations in Inner Mongolia and is working on acquiring a lithium mine in Zimbabwe for up to $1.75 billion. The share combination may moderately influence market sentiment and shareholder structure but does not fundamentally alter the company's core operations.

27 May

4 PR Newswire, 4:15 PM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHNR) announced an 8-to-1 share combination of its common shares, effective June 12, 2025, to increase the per share trading price and meet Nasdaq's $1.00 minimum bid requirement. The combination will convert every eight shares into one, with fractional shares rounded up. The company will have approximately 1,233,221 shares outstanding post-combination. This move does not require shareholder approval under BVI law and will not affect the total authorized shares. CHNR is also engaged in mining operations and is working on acquiring a lithium mine in Zimbabwe. The share combination is a strategic move to maintain Nasdaq listing requirements, which could significantly impact investor sentiment and market performance.

15 May

4 , 4:15 PM
China Natural Resources, Inc. (CHNR) reported its full-year results for 2024, highlighting key financial metrics and operational developments. The company demonstrated growth in revenue and net income, driven by increased demand for its resources. Strategic initiatives and market conditions contributed positively to its performance, positioning CHNR favorably for future opportunities. Management expressed optimism about ongoing projects and market trends, indicating a commitment to enhancing shareholder value. Significant growth in revenue and net income suggests a strong future trajectory for the company.

4 PR Newswire, 4:05 PM
China Natural Resources Inc. reports full year 2022 results, showing revenue growth and reduced net loss. Strategic acquisition of lithium mine in Zimbabwe announced. The strategic acquisition of a lithium mine in Zimbabwe and positive financial results are expected to significantly impact CHNR's future performance and market positioning.

30 Apr

3 PR Newswire, 7:00 AM
China Natural Resources Inc. reports full year 2023 results, showing a decrease in net loss and increase in other income. The financial results and strategic moves mentioned in the article are expected to moderately influence the company's future performance.

21 Feb

3 PR Newswire, 4:30 PM
CHNR closed registered direct placement of $3.27 million of common shares and private placement warrants. The offering will impact CHNR's financial position and potential business expansion.

16 Feb

3 PR Newswire, 9:28 AM
CHNR announces registered direct placement of $3.27 million of common shares and private placement warrants. The announcement of the direct placement and private placement warrants is expected to moderately influence CHNR's financial performance and market positioning.

28 Jul

3 PR Newswire, 4:10 PM
CHNR sells Precise Space-Time Technology to Feishang Group Limited for $13.2 million. Sale of Precise Space-Time Technology may impact CHNR's financial performance and strategic direction.

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