Aqua Metals, Inc. (AQMS)

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Aqua Metals, Inc. (AQMS) is down 34.4% since the beginning of the year. At $3 per share, AQMS is trading 92.0% below its 52-week high of $39. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of AQMS shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $5.

Aqua Metals, Inc. (AQMS) has returned -34.37% so far this year and -50.17% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, AQMS has returned -48.04% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% annually.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jul 31, 2015, AQMS's average daily return is +0.02%, while the average monthly return is -1.49%.

Historically, 41% of months were positive and 59% were negative. The best month was Dec 2020 with a return of +130.8%, while the worst month was Dec 2019 at -44.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 8 months.

On a daily basis, AQMS closed higher 43% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 14, 2025 with a return of +198.9%, while the worst single day was Oct 15, 2025 at -52.9%.

Aqua Metals, Inc. has an annualized alpha of -12.04%, beta of 1.30, and R2 of 0.04 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since July 31, 2015.

• This stock participated in 145.21% of S&P 500 Index downside but only -71.20% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
• R2 of 0.04 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

AQMS ranks 43 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Aqua Metals, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Aqua Metals, Inc. was 99.94%, occurring on Jun 12, 2026. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Aqua Metals, Inc. drawdown is 99.93%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Aqua Metals, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Aqua Metals, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Waste Management industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.