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Introducing Arizona Silver Exploration (CVE:AZS), The Stock That Soared 440% In The Last Three Years

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It might be of some concern to shareholders to see the Arizona Silver Exploration Inc. (CVE:AZS) share price down 16% in the last month. But over three years the performance has been really wonderful. The longer term view reveals that the share price is up 440% in that period. So you might argue that the recent reduction in the share price is unremarkable in light of the longer term performance. The share price action could signify that the business itself is dramatically improved, in that time.

Check out our latest analysis for Arizona Silver Exploration

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With zero revenue generated over twelve months, we don't think that Arizona Silver Exploration has proved its business plan yet. So it seems that the investors focused more on what could be, than paying attention to the current revenues (or lack thereof). It seems likely some shareholders believe that Arizona Silver Exploration will find or develop a valuable new mine before too long.

Companies that lack both meaningful revenue and profits are usually considered high risk. There is almost always a chance they will need to raise more capital, and their progress - and share price - will dictate how dilutive that is to current holders. While some such companies do very well over the long term, others become hyped up by promoters before eventually falling back down to earth, and going bankrupt (or being recapitalized). Of course, if you time it right, high risk investments like this can really pay off, as Arizona Silver Exploration investors might know.

Arizona Silver Exploration had cash in excess of all liabilities of just CA$50k when it last reported (February 2019). So if it hasn't remedied the situation already, it will almost certainly have to raise more capital soon. It's a testament to the popularity of the business plan that the share price gained 75% per year, over 3 years, despite the weak balance sheet. You can click on the image below to see (in greater detail) how Arizona Silver Exploration's cash levels have changed over time.

TSXV:AZS Historical Debt, May 28th 2019
TSXV:AZS Historical Debt, May 28th 2019

Of course, the truth is that it is hard to value companies without much revenue or profit. Given that situation, many of the best investors like to check if insiders have been buying shares. It's often positive if so, assuming the buying is sustained and meaningful. Luckily we are in a position to provide you with this free chart of insider buying (and selling).

A Different Perspective

Pleasingly, Arizona Silver Exploration's total shareholder return last year was 3.8%. But the three year TSR of 75% per year is even better. If you want to research this stock further, the data on insider buying is an obvious place to start. You can click here to see who has been buying shares - and the price they paid.

If you like to buy stocks alongside management, then you might just love this free list of companies. (Hint: insiders have been buying them).

Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on CA exchanges.

We aim to bring you long-term focused research analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material.

If you spot an error that warrants correction, please contact the editor at editorial-team@simplywallst.com. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. Simply Wall St has no position in the stocks mentioned. Thank you for reading.