Lucara Diamond Corp has surprised investors with a significant earnings beat, providing a positive outlook for its operations.
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Lucara Diamond Corp
LUC.TO
LUC.TO
Lucara Diamond Corp
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$246.34M
P/E
4.1x
52W high
$0.35
52W low
$0.15
1W change
-2.94%
Beta
0.73
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering LUC · as of Oct 2, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast LUC stock price to rise 82.6% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$0.30
+82.6% Upside
Previously C$0.30 on Oct 1, 2026
Current Price
C$0.17
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on LUC's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
55.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
54.1%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+26.3%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$0.18
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$0.17 | C$0.14 – C$0.21 |
| 60 trading days | C$0.18 | C$0.13 – C$0.23 |
| 90 trading days | C$0.18 | C$0.13 – C$0.25 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 1 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-11-13 | — | -0.0100 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-06 | 0.0100 | -0.0100 | +200.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-07 | -0.0139 | — | — |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-03 | 0.0200 | 0.0400 | -50.0% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-13 | 0.0200 | — | — |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-08 | 0.0300 | -0.0200 | +250.0% |
Lucara Diamond Corp (LUC.TO) reported its earnings for the second quarter of 2026, showing a remarkable turnaround with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.01, significantly exceeding the consensus estimate of -$0.01. This 200% surprise reflects the company's efforts in optimizing its operations and recovering high-value diamonds from its Karowe Mine.
Investor takeaway: The strong earnings surprise could signal a shift in Lucara's operational efficiency and profitability, making it a stock to watch in the materials sector. However, investors should remain cautious given the company's historical performance and market conditions.
200.0% Earnings Surprise
Lucara's EPS of $0.01 significantly outperformed expectations, marking a notable shift in its earnings trajectory.
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Bull case
The recovery of high-value diamonds and successful fundraising for the Karowe Underground Project could drive future growth. This positions Lucara as a potential leader in the diamond mining sector.
Bear case
Despite the recent earnings beat, Lucara's past volatility and the tough market for diamonds could pose risks to sustained profitability.
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