TMC the metals (TMC.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 165% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for TMC the metals (TMC.US) – stock price at 4.15 $, August 2026
TMC the metals stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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TMC the metals Price Target 2026: Analysts See 165% Upside

The average price target for TMC the metals is $11.00. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 165,06% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is TMC the metals overvalued or undervalued?

TMC the metals is currently undervalued with a gap of 165.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $4.15, which places TMC the metals in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $9.90, and overvalued when the price exceeds $12.10.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For TMC the metals, the fair value range lies between $9.90 and $12.10.


See the full price target analysis for TMC the metals →

Analyst Ratings for TMC the metals stock in 2026: Buy

4 analysts cover TMC the metals. The majority is positive, with 75% recommending Buy, while 25% recommend Hold. The average price target is $11.00, which gives an upside of 165.1% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.25/5)
Strong Buy
2 (50%)
Buy
1 (25%)
Hold
1 (25%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.25 out of 5 based on 4 analysts

About TMC the metals – Andet industriel metal & minedrift

TMC the metals company Inc., a deep-sea minerals exploration company, focuses on the collection, processing, and refining of polymetallic nodules found on the seafloor in California. It primarily explores for nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese products. The company holds exploration and commercial rights in two polymetallic nodule contract areas in the Clarion Clipperton Zone of the Pacific Ocean. Its products are used in electric vehicles (EV) and energy storage markets; manganese alloy production required for steel production; and EV wiring, energy transmission, and other applications. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Vancouver, Canada. Read more about the company

Key Figures for TMC the metals

$ 2,2B Market cap
- Revenue
Andet industriel metal & minedrift Industry
- P/E
- P/S
35.35 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
metals.co Website

What kind of stock is TMC the metals?

Speculative stock

TMC the metals is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for TMC the metals

💰 Value Score 2/100 (Very Low)
⭐ Quality Score 6/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 6/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 4/100

⚠️ 5 red flags identified 3 critical

Our analysis has identified 5 potential risk factors in TMC the metals that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 1,000% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
⚠️ Weak financial health: The Piotroski score is only 3/9 – the company shows signs of weakened profitability, liquidity or capital structure.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -26.44 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
🚨 Negative return on equity: ROE is -364.0% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
⚠️ High short interest: 10.6% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.

📈 Valuation

The P/B ratio is 35.3.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 3 out of 9 — weak financial health, be careful. Altman Z2 is -26.44 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 1,000.0% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 10.58% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in TMC the metals 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at TMC the metals have made 20 transactions – split into 5 purchases and 15 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 15,118,587 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Scanlan Sean F., Treace John T., Brendan May and others.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): No activity

There has been no insider trading in the last 3 months.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 5 purchases and 15 sales. A net 15,118,587 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Scanlan Sean F. bought 16,875 shares at 1 $ each on 2026-02-10. The stock has since risen 282.9%.

Latest sale: Anthony O'sullivan sold 50,000 shares at 7 $ each on 2025-12-02.

Who is buying: Scanlan Sean F., Treace John T., Brendan May.

Who is selling: Anthony O'sullivan, Erika Ilves, Brendan May, Elder Scot Michael, Craig Shesky and others.

Latest Insider Trades in TMC the metals (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in TMC the metals. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-02-10 Scanlan Sean F. Buy 16,875 1 17,719
2026-01-21 Scanlan Sean F. Buy 53,500 1 38,520
2025-12-02 Anthony O'sullivan Sell 50,000 7 338,500
2025-11-28 Anthony O'sullivan Sell 50,000 7 325,500
2025-09-22 Erika Ilves Sell 1,591,485 6 9,182,868
2025-08-26 Anthony O'sullivan Sell 250,000 5 1,312,500
2025-07-18 Scanlan Sean F. Buy 33,437 1 24,075
2025-06-26 Brendan May Sell 44,204 7 326,226
2025-06-25 Brendan May Sell 25,000 8 195,000
2025-06-20 Anthony O'sullivan Sell 185,110 7 1,312,430

Who is buying and selling TMC the metals shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in TMC the metals: Scanlan Sean F., Treace John T., Brendan May. In total, 625,863 $ was bought across 5 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Anthony O'sullivan, Erika Ilves, Brendan May, Elder Scot Michael, Craig Shesky and others. In total, 15,744,450 $ was sold across 15 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

TMC the metals Short Selling 2026: 10.6% Sold Short

Very high short interest: 10.6% of the free float
Short % of free float
10.6%
Assessment
Very high short interest
Short squeeze risk
High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a very high share of short selling. Between 10-20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 10.6% means that 10.6% of the freely traded shares in TMC the metals have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 8/13/2026. With a short interest of 10.6%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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10.6%

When Does TMC the metals Report Earnings – Next Date: 8/13/2026

The next earnings report from TMC the metals is scheduled for August 13, 2026, after the market closes. This report covers the second quarter (Q2), which ended on June 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of TMC the metals 2026 – Signal: Strong Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of TMC the metals (TMC.US) – RSI 50, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
TMC the metals technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of TMC the metals company Inc

TMC the metals company Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $4.02 is 4.5% above the 20-day average ($3.85). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 12.4% below the 50-day average ($4.59). Long term, the stock is 30.6% below the 200-day average ($5.79), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (4.59) is below the 200-day average (5.79), which is a classic bearish signal for TMC the metals company Inc.

Is TMC the metals company Inc overbought or oversold?

TMC the metals company Inc has an RSI of 50.0, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for TMC the metals company Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.201), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-0.268) by 0.067, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-0.558), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-0.389) by 0.169, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bearish (MACD negative). However, momentum shows signs of improving on a daily basis – a potential trend reversal could be ahead, but it is not confirmed yet.

Risk Profile for TMC the metals company Inc

TMC the metals company Inc has an annual standard deviation of 92.9%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for TMC the metals company Inc

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.201). Weekly bearish (-0.558).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 50.0 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Sell

The price is in a downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is negative on both a daily and weekly basis. Avoid buying and consider closing existing positions.

Frequently Asked Questions About TMC the metals stock in 2026

Should you buy TMC the metals stock now?
No, the technical signal for TMC the metals is currently SELL. TMC the metals trades at $4.15 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.201 with rising momentum (signal: -0.268); RSI is at 50.0 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $11.00 points to 165.1% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for TMC the metals stock?
The average analyst price target for TMC the metals is $11.00. The current price is $4.15, which gives an upside of 165.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $9.90 and $12.10.
Is TMC the metals a dividend stock?
No, TMC the metals does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of TMC the metals stock?
TMC the metals is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 92.9%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is TMC the metals overvalued?
No, TMC the metals is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (165.1% upside). TMC the metals has the following valuation ratios: a P/B ratio of 35.3. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 165.1%.
Is TMC the metals overbought?
No, TMC the metals is not overbought. RSI is at 50.0 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 50.0 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 7.9% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next TMC the metals earnings report?
TMC the metals reports its next earnings on August 13, 2026. The stock currently trades at $4.15.
Is TMC the metals shorted?
Yes, TMC the metals is shorted with 10.6% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying TMC the metals stock?
No, insiders are not buying TMC the metals shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 5 purchases and 15 sales, with a net 15,118,587 $ sold. Active sellers include Anthony O'sullivan, Erika Ilves, Brendan May and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is TMC the metals a good stock?
Based on our total score, TMC the metals is rated as a disastrous stock with a total score of 5 out of 100. The stock scores very low on value, quality and momentum – it is among the worst in our database. The score is made up of Value: 2/100, Quality: 6/100, Momentum: 6/100. In addition: analysts see 165.1% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether TMC the metals is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for TMC the metals stock?
The outlook for TMC the metals based on current data: the average analyst price target is $11.00 (+165.1%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 8/13/2026, which can move the price. Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is TMC the metals stock rising?
TMC the metals is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 7.9% above the 20-day average; short interest is 10.6% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can TMC the metals go?
The average analyst price target for TMC the metals is $11.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 165.1% from the current price of $4.15. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can TMC the metals fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for TMC the metals. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does TMC the metals do?
TMC the metals company Inc., a deep-sea minerals exploration company, focuses on the collection, processing, and refining of polymetallic nodules found on the seafloor in California. It primarily explores for nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese products. The company holds ex... The company belongs to the Materialer sector, more specifically the Andet industriel metal & minedrift industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate TMC the metals as an investment.
Did TMC the metals raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from TMC the metals. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is TMC the metals making money or losing money?
We have no current profitability data for TMC the metals. See the latest report in the earnings history above.
Can TMC the metals go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of TMC the metals is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -26.44 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 3 — which is weak. Debt relative to equity is 1,000% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does TMC the metals have a lot of debt?
Yes, TMC the metals has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 1,000%. For the materialer sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.