Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) Retained Earnings: A$-228 Mil (As of Dec. 2025)

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ASX:RSG Resolute Mining Ltd ASX:RSG
57 GF Score
Price A$0.93
GF Value A$0.64
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Resolute Mining Retained Earnings?

Resolute Mining ASX:RSG -7.04% 57 Retained Earnings is A$-228 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ASX:RSG with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.64 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Resolute Mining's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-228 Mil.

Resolute Mining's quarterly retained earnings increased from Dec. 2024 (A$-442 Mil) to Jun. 2025 (A$-340 Mil) and increased from Jun. 2025 (A$-340 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (A$-228 Mil).

Resolute Mining's annual retained earnings declined from Dec. 2023 (A$-256 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (A$-442 Mil) but then increased from Dec. 2024 (A$-442 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (A$-228 Mil).


Resolute Mining  (ASX:RSG) Retained Earnings Explanation

Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.

For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.

If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.

Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.

Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.

One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.

If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.

If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.

Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.

Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.

The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.


Resolute Mining Retained Earnings Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Resolute Mining's Retained Earnings can be seen below:

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Resolute Mining Retained Earnings Chart

Resolute Mining Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Retained Earnings
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Resolute Mining Semi-Annual Data
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Resolute Mining Retained Earnings Calculation

Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.

Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Retained Earnings →
What does a Retained Earnings of A$-228 Mil mean?
Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) has a Retained Earnings of A$-228 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Resolute Mining and its competitors.
Is Resolute Mining's Retained Earnings too high?
Resolute Mining's current Retained Earnings is A$-228 Mil. Overall, Resolute Mining has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Resolute Mining's Retained Earnings compare to NEM and AU?
Resolute Mining's Retained Earnings of A$-228 Mil can be compared against companies in the Metals & Mining industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Metals & Mining company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Resolute Mining and its competitors. Resolute Mining's current Retained Earnings is A$-228 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Resolute Mining stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.64, compared to a current price of A$0.93 — trading 44.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is A$-228 Mil. Resolute Mining's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG), the current Retained Earnings is A$-228 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Resolute Mining stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$0.93 is trading 44.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.64. GuruFocus considers Resolute Mining to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:RSG:

  • Retained Earnings: A$-228 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$0.64 vs. price of A$0.93 (44.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:RSG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Resolute Mining Business Description

Other Exchanges RMGGF:USARSG:UKRSM:Germany
Address No. 2 The Esplanade, Level 17, Perth, WA, AUS, 6000
Resolute Mining Ltd is an Australia-based gold producer. Its principal activities include gold mining, prospecting, and exploration of minerals. The company organizes its operations into business divisions, namely Mako (Senegal), and Syama (Mali). It generates the majority of its revenue from the Syama (Mali) segment. Syama is a robust, long-life asset comprising an underground mine and associated sulfide processing circuit, along with satellite open pit operations that provide ore feed to a separate oxide processing circuit. Mako is a high-quality, open-pit gold mine. Its projects include: Doropo - Cote d' Ivoire, and ABC Project - Cote d' Ivoire.
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