Ferroglobe PLC(GSM)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
GSM•NASDAQ
$3.44
Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutFerroglobe PLC operates in the silicon and specialty metals industry in the United States, Europe, and internationally. It provides silicone chemicals that are used in a range of applications, including personal care items, construction-related products, health care products, and electronics, as well as silicon metal for primary and secondary aluminum producers; silicomanganese, which is used as deoxidizing agent in the steel manufacturing process; and ferromanganese that is used as a deoxidizing, desulphurizing, and degassing agent in the removal of nitrogen and other harmful elements from steel. The company also offers ferrosilicon products that are used to produce stainless steel, carbon steel, and various other steel alloys, as well as to manufacture electrodes and aluminum; calcium silicon, which is used in the deoxidation and desulfurization of liquid steel, and production of coatings for cast iron pipes, as well as in the welding process of powder metal and in pyrotechnics; and nodularizers and inoculants, which are used in the production of iron. In addition, it provides silica fume, a by-product of the electrometallurgical process of silicon metal and ferrosilicon. Further, the company operates quartz mines in Spain, South Africa, the United States, and Canada; and low-ash metallurgical coal mines in the United States, as well as holds interests in hydroelectric power plant in France. It serves silicone chemical, aluminum, and steel manufacturers; auto companies and their suppliers; ductile iron foundries; manufacturers of photovoltaic solar cells and computer chips; and concrete producers. The company was formerly known as VeloNewco Limited and changed its name to Ferroglobe PLC in December 2015. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. Ferroglobe PLC is a subsidiary of Grupo Villar Mir, S.A.U.Show more
- Revenue$1.34B-18.8%
- EBITDA-$114M-200.2%
- Net Income-$171M-825.2%
- EPS (Diluted)-0.91-3133.3%
- Gross Margin3.44%-89.5%
- EBITDA Margin-8.53%-223.4%
- Operating Margin-14.89%-741.1%
- Net Margin-12.79%-993.0%
- ROE-22.36%-909.6%
GSM Price & Volume
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Cyclical Volatility Challenges Ferroglobe's Operational Stability
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Negative
Financial:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Deteriorating
Primary Risk:Energy-driven margin compression
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Ferroglobe faces a precarious outlook as its electrometallurgical operations remain highly sensitive to energy price fluctuations and erratic commodity demand.
- While the company has managed to reduce debt from $340.1M in 2023Q4 to $180.7M in 2026Q1, persistent net losses and inconsistent margins suggest a lack of structural profitability.
- Investors should monitor the company's ability to stabilize cash flows, as the current reliance on volatile working capital cycles poses significant risks to long-term liquidity.
Verdict Logic
the company's inability to maintain consistent profitability, evidenced by a -24.6% net margin in 2025Q4, suggests that the current business model remains fundamentally vulnerable to industrial cyclicality.
GSM Growth Metrics
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years0.14%
5 Years3.13%
3 Years-19.9%
TTM-2.81%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM21.8%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM32.14%
Return on Capital
10 Years5.13%
5 Years12.79%
3 Years-0.34%
Last Year-19.85%
GSM Recent Earnings
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 6/12 qtrs (50%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 5, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.07+0.0%
$0.07
Rev
$348M+1.8%
$342M
Q1 2026
Feb 17, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.06+14.3%
$0.07
Rev
$329M+12.2%
$294M
Q4 2025
Nov 5, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.02-140.0%
$0.05
Rev
$312M+6.2%
$294M
Q3 2025
Aug 5, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.08-300.0%
$0.02
Rev
$387M-2.8%
$398M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 5, 2026 | $0.07vs $0.07+0.0% | $348Mvs $342M+1.8% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 17, 2026 | $0.06vs $0.07+14.3% | $329Mvs $294M+12.2% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.02vs $0.05-140.0% | $312Mvs $294M+6.2% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.08vs $0.02-300.0% | $387Mvs $398M-2.8% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Ferroglobe PLC (GSM)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3.44 | $642.8M | -3.78 | -18.79% | -12.79% | -22.36% | 1.61% | |
| $29.82 | $4.06B | 15.53 | 15.19% | 4.75% | 46.87% | — | |
| $359.72 | $9.5B | 15.82 | 19.83% | 31.89% | 17.07% | — | |
| $50.49 | $8.99B | -100.98 | 35.12% | -20.48% | -3.49% | — | |
| $247.20 | $5.14B | 69.05 | 6.05% | 3.99% | 8.17% | — | |
| $183.26 | $25.09B | 64.30 | 5.16% | 9.26% | 22.73% | — |
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Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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GSM Frequently Asked Questions
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Ferroglobe PLC's revenue?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) reported $1.38B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 7% decrease from $1.48B in 2012.
How fast is Ferroglobe PLC growing?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) saw revenue decline by 18.8% over the past year.
Is GSM profitable?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) reported a net loss of $111.3M for fiscal year 2025.
Dividend & Returns
Does GSM pay dividends?
Yes, Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.61%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is GSM's return on equity?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) has a return on equity (ROE) of -22.4%. Negative ROE indicates the company is unprofitable.
What is Ferroglobe PLC's free cash flow?
Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) had negative free cash flow of $38.9M in fiscal year 2025, likely due to heavy capital investments.