This report is an updated version of the report published on 17 April 2026 at 1:51 PM AEST.

WC8 Weighed Down by Persistent Losses and Cash Burn

Wildcat Resources Limited (ASX: WC8)

Wildcat Resources Limited is an Australian mineral explorer dedicated to identifying and developing lithium and gold projects in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.

Recommendation Rationale – SELL at AUD 0.470

• Technical Standpoint: WC8’s share price has surpassed its R2 level recommended on 13 March 2026. The 14-day RSI currently stands at approximately 67.03, nearing the overbought zone. Therefore, share price can face resistance at the current levels.
• Liquidity and Cash Burn: Continued net cash usage in operating activities of AUD 0.78mn in Q3 FY26, driven by staff and administrative costs, coupled with a decline in cash and cash equivalents to AUD 43.28mn at the end of Q3 FY26 vs AUD 48.50mn in the previous quarter, indicating ongoing cash burn and a weakening liquidity position, potentially limiting short-term financial flexibility if sustained.
• Continued Net Losses: The company reported a net loss of AUD 4.06mn in H1 FY26, reflecting ongoing unprofitability despite lower losses compared to AUD 6.42mn in H1 FY25, indicating the business has yet to achieve sustainable earnings, potentially constraining financial flexibility if losses persist.

• Business Risk: The company faces uncertainty in converting resources into viable reserves, while project economics remain exposed to lithium price volatility, shifting supply-demand dynamics, and broader macroeconomic conditions impacting long-term profitability.

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Valuation Methodology: Price/Book Value Approach (FY Jun'27E) (Illustrative)

Stock might trade at a slight premium to its peers, considering progressing of DFS workstreams at Tabba Tabba Project, advancing drilling at Bolt Cutter Central discovery, enhancing water bore drilling for hydrogeological studies. For conducting the valuation, peers such as Austral Resources Australia Ltd (ASX: AR1), Iluka Resources Ltd (ASX: ILU), and PMET Resources Inc (ASX: PMT) have been considered.

Considering that the stock has surpassed its R2 level, macroeconomic uncertainty, current trading level, and risks associated, the stock can face consolidation at the current levels. Hence, a ‘Sell’ recommendation is given on the stock at the current price of AUD 0.470, at 12:02 PM AEST, as of 17 April 2026. 

Markets are trading in a highly volatile zone currently due to certain macro-economic issues and geopolitical issues prevailing geopolitical tensions. Therefore, it is prudent to follow a cautious approach while investing. 

Note 1: Past performance is neither an indicator nor a guarantee of future performance.

Note 2: The reference date for all price data, currency, technical indicators, support, and resistance levels is 17 April 2026. The reference data in this report has been partly sourced from REFINITIV.

Note 3: Investment decisions should be made depending on an individual's appetite for upside potential, risks, holding duration, and any previous holdings. An 'Exit' from the stock can be considered if the Target Price mentioned as per the Valuation and or the technical levels provided has been achieved and is subject to the factors discussed above.

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