First Class Metals PLC (FCM.L)

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The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of £10,000 in First Class Metals PLC, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.

First Class Metals PLC (FCM.L) has returned -20.00% so far this year and 70.00% over the past 12 months.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jul 29, 2022, FCM.L's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is +0.08%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 72.2 years.

Historically, 32% of months were positive and 68% were negative. The best month was May 2025 with a return of +116.0%, while the worst month was Mar 2025 at -58.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 2 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 16 months.

On a daily basis, FCM.L closed higher 22% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 18, 2026 with a return of +89.3%, while the worst single day was Feb 20, 2026 at -38.9%.

First Class Metals PLC has an annualized alpha of 4.53%, beta of 0.33, and R² of 0.00 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since August 01, 2022.

• This stock participated in 145.25% of S&P 500 Index downside but only -92.40% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
• Beta of 0.33 may look defensive, but with R² of 0.00 this stock is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index — low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this stock's risk.
• R² of 0.00 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.

FCM.L ranks 67 for risk / return — better than 67% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for First Class Metals PLC (FCM.L) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).

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 First Class Metals PLC. 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 First Class Metals PLC was 94.96%, occurring on Apr 8, 2025. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current First Class Metals PLC drawdown is 90.20%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of First Class Metals PLC 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 First Class Metals PLC is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Other Industrial Metals & Mining industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.