HC Wainwright Lowers Earnings Forecast for Westwater Resources

Analysts cite lower projections for the basic materials company's 2026 earnings per share.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:05am

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Analysts at HC Wainwright have decreased their fiscal year 2026 earnings per share estimates for Westwater Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ:WWR), a Houston-based mineral development company focused on battery-grade graphite. The firm's analyst H. Ihle now forecasts the company will earn ($0.20) per share for the year, down from their prior estimate of ($0.13).

Why it matters

Westwater Resources is working to establish a U.S.-based supply chain for natural spherical graphite, a critical mineral used in lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage. The revised earnings forecast from a major research firm could impact investor sentiment and the company's ability to secure financing for its graphite project.

The details

In a research report issued on Tuesday, April 7th, HC Wainwright analyst H. Ihle lowered the firm's FY2026 earnings per share estimate for Westwater Resources. The basic materials company is now expected to post a loss of $0.20 per share, down from the previous forecast of a $0.13 per share loss. HC Wainwright maintained a 'Buy' rating on the stock and a $1.75 price target.

  • The research report was issued on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026.
  • Westwater Resources' fiscal year 2026 is the focus of the revised earnings estimate.

The players

Westwater Resources, Inc.

A Houston-based mineral development company focused on advancing sustainable sources of battery-grade graphite for the lithium-ion battery market.

H. Ihle

An analyst at HC Wainwright who covers Westwater Resources.

HC Wainwright

A research and investment banking firm that covers Westwater Resources.

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What they’re saying

“Westwater Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ:WWR - Free Report) - Analysts at HC Wainwright decreased their FY2026 earnings per share estimates for shares of Westwater Resources in a research report issued on Tuesday, April 7th.”

— H. Ihle, Analyst

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Westwater Resources' upcoming financial reports and any further updates from analysts on the company's earnings outlook.

The takeaway

The revised earnings forecast from a prominent research firm highlights the challenges Westwater Resources faces in commercializing its graphite project and securing financing as it works to establish a domestic supply chain for a critical battery material.