Synlait Milk (NZSE:SML) Shares Outstanding (Basic Average): 603 Mil (As of Jan. 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

NZSE:SML Synlait Milk Ltd NZSE:SML
29 GF Score
Price NZ$0.38
GF Value NZ$0.33
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Synlait Milk Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)?

Synlait Milk NZSE:SML 29 Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 603 Mil as of Jan. 2026. GuruFocus rates NZSE:SML with a GF Score™ of 29/100 and a GF Value™ of NZ$0.33 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Shares outstanding are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them. Synlait Milk's average basic shares outstanding for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was 603 Mil.


Synlait Milk  (NZSE:SML) Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Explanation

A company may buy back shares or issue shares in any fiscal period. If a company buys back shares, we should observe that the total number of shares decline. If the company issues new shares, the number of shares outstanding increases.


Be Aware

Usually the presence of treasury shares and a history of buyback are good indicators that company has competitive advantage. But studies have shown that companies usually buy back at wrong time. Buying back shares below its intrinsic value increases value for remaining shareholders. Buying back overvalued shares destroys value for existing shareholders.


Synlait Milk Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Related Terms


Synlait Milk Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Synlait Milk's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Synlait Milk Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Chart

Synlait Milk Annual Data
Trend Jul16 Jul17 Jul18 Jul19 Jul20 Jul21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 206.62 218.58 218.58 218.58 538.92

Synlait Milk Semi-Annual Data
Jul16 Jan17 Jul17 Jan18 Jul18 Jan19 Jul19 Jan20 Jul20 Jan21 Jul21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 218.58 218.58 476.04 601.80 603.05
NZSE:SML
29GF Score
Synlait Milk Ltd NZSE:SML
Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Synlait Milk Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Calculation

Shares outstanding are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them. They have voting rights and represent ownership in the corporation by the person that holds the shares. They should be distinguished from treasury shares, which are shares held by the corporation itself, having no exercisable rights.

Shares outstanding can be calculated as either basic or fully diluted. The fully diluted shares outstanding count includes diluting securities, such as options, warrants or convertibles.

Please note: GuruFocus named Shares Outstanding (EOP) is the shares for that exact time point. It is usually used to calculate balance sheet related items, such as Book Value per Share, etc. While Shares Outstanding (Diluted Average) and Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) are the weighted average shares over a period of time (a year, a quarter, or so). They are usually used to calculate income statement or cashflow statement related items, such as Earnings per Share (Diluted), etc.

What does a Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) of 603 Mil mean?
Synlait Milk (NZSE:SML) has a Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) of 603 Mil as of Jan. 2026. The average shares outstanding over two periods not accounting for dilutive securities like convertible bonds. View historical data on Synlait Milk and its competitors.
Is Synlait Milk's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) too high?
Synlait Milk's current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 603 Mil. Overall, Synlait Milk has a GF Score™ of 29/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Synlait Milk's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) compare to KHC and GIS?
Synlait Milk's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) of 603 Mil can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) 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 Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) mean?
A high Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The average shares outstanding over two periods not accounting for dilutive securities like convertible bonds. View historical data on Synlait Milk and its competitors. Synlait Milk's current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 603 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Synlait Milk stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Synlait Milk (NZSE:SML) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NZ$0.33, compared to a current price of NZ$0.38 — trading 13.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 603 Mil. Synlait Milk's overall GF Score™ is 29/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) calculated?
Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Synlait Milk (NZSE:SML), the current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 603 Mil as of Jan. 2026. 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 Synlait Milk (NZSE:SML) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Synlait Milk stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NZ$0.38 is trading 13.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of NZ$0.33. GuruFocus considers Synlait Milk to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NZSE:SML:

  • Shares Outstanding (Basic Average): 603 Mil
  • GF Value™: NZ$0.33 vs. price of NZ$0.38 (13.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 29/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Synlait Milk Business Description

Other Exchanges SM1:Australia
Address 1028 Heslerton Road, RD13, Rakaia, STL, NZL, 7783
Synlait Milk Ltd is a dairy processing company that benefits from a differentiated milk supply and operating environment in New Zealand. The business operates within one industry that includes the manufacture of milk powder and its related products, liquid milk, cheese, and butter. Its segment are Synlait and Dairyworks, out of which it derives maximum revenue from Synlait segment.
29GF Score

Get the complete analysis for NZSE:SML

Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

NZ$0.38
Price
NZ$0.33
GF Value