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Comstock Inc is engaged in technologies that efficiently use wasted and under-utilized natural resources to produce renewable energy and other products that contribute to balancing uses and emissions of carbon and enhance mineral and material discoveries. The segments of the company are Fuels Metals, Mining, Strategic Investments, and Corporate. The company derives maximum revenue from Strategic Investments segment. The Strategic Investments Segment includes minority equity investments in Quantum Generative Materials LLC (physics-based artificial intelligence), Green Li-ion Pte Limited (lithium-ion battery recycling and cathode production), Sierra Springs Opportunity Fund (strategic direct investment in northern Nevada real estate), and other equity or equity-linked investments.

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Comstock Inc. (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LODE#AMEX">LODE</a>) shares are trading higher premarket on Tuesday after it announced that its business, Comstock Fuels, has been approved for a $3 million incentive award from the Oklahoma Department of<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42525271/comstock-fuels-awarded-3-million-fuel-incentive-from-oklahoma" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Commerce&#8217;s Quick Action Closing Fund</a>.
Comstock Fuels will use the funds to establish its headquarters and build a next-generation renewable fuel refinery in Oklahoma.
Comstock Fuels is evaluating multiple locations in Oklahoma for the construction of its initial Demonstration Scale Facility, which will process 75,000 metric tons of biomass annually for renewable fuel production.
After successfully launching and operating this facility, Comstock Fuels plans to expand its processing capacity to 1 million metric tons per year to produce sustainable aviation fuel and other renewable fuels.
David Winsness, President of Comstock Fuels, said, &#8220;Our development team has been rigorously assessing feedstocks, sites, offtakes and incentives across the country and Oklahoma&#8217;s economic development teams have been exceptional.&#8221;
Evan Brown, Executive Director of EDGE, a division of Oklahoma Department of Commerce, added, &#8220;Oklahoma is a proud oil and gas state with a history of energy innovation, and Comstock&#8217;s sustainable aviation fuel technology, which blends with petroleum, fits perfectly with our approach to energy.&#8221;
Price Action: LODE shares are up 9.14% at $0.3964 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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Comstock shares are trading higher after the company announced it secured a $3 million incentive from Oklahoma to build headquarters and an advanced renewable fuel facility.

Comstock Fuels Secures $3M Incentive From Oklahoma To Build Headquarters And Advanced Renewable Fuel Facility

Comstock Fuels agreed to grant SACL an exclusive marketing agreement for Comstock Fuels' advanced lignocellulosic biomass refining processes in Vietnam.
The amendment was executed to increase SACL's territory to facilitate the financing, construction, and operation of SACL's first planned site in Vietnam, in addition to three existing sites currently under development in Australia, now totaling over 460 million gallons of renewable fuels, with an emphasis on sustainable aviation fuel.

Comstock Executes Binding Amendment To An Existing Agreement Between Comstock Fuels And SACL

Comstock Fuels Corporation ("Comstock Fuels"), of an amendment to its exclusive license agreement with RenFuel K2B AB ("RenFuel") for use of RenFuel's patented catalytic esterification process to refine Comstock Fuels' proprietary BioleumTM biointermediates. The amendment expanded the territory from North America, Central America, and South America to include Australia, New Zealand and Vietnam to facilitate ongoing project development by licensees of Comstock Fuels broader lignocellulosic biomass refining process.

Comstock Fuels Expands License Agreement With Renfuel K2B To Include Australia, New Zealand, And Vietnam

Comstock hares are trading lower. The company reported Q3 financial results.

&quot;Our combined Metals revenues, including deferred revenues, nearly tripled from last quarter to over&nbsp;$200,000, and we expect this growth rate to continue in the&nbsp;fourth quarter, especially as both panel decommissioning and shipments of recycled materials increase,&quot; the company said.

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Comstock Expects Growth Rate In Combined Metals Revenues To Continue In Q4, Especially As Both Panel Decommissioning And Shipments Of Recycled Materials Increase

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Comstock Reports 9-Month Revenues Of $1.4M, Up From $0.8M Last Year

Comstock (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LODE#AMEX">LODE</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2024-10-22. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Comstock will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.03. 
The announcement from Comstock is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $0.02 in the last quarter, leading to a 8.33% drop in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Comstock's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>-0.04</td>
<td>-0.04</td>
<td>-0.04</td>
<td>0.02</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>-0.06</td>
<td>-0.06</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.11</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
<td>-9.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729537282_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Comstock were trading at $0.51 as of October 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 28.37%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Insights Shared by Analysts on Comstock</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Comstock.
The consensus rating for Comstock is Outperform, derived from 1 analyst ratings. An average one-year price target of $2.6 implies a potential 409.8% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Competitors</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Gevo, Green Plains and REX American Resources, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>The consensus among analysts is an Buy trajectory for Gevo, with an average 1-year price target of $14.0, indicating a potential 2645.1% upside.</li>
<li>As per analysts' assessments, Green Plains is favoring an Buy trajectory, with an average 1-year price target of $21.9, suggesting a potential 4194.12% upside.</li>
<li>The consensus among analysts is an Buy trajectory for REX American Resources, with an average 1-year price target of $60.0, indicating a potential 11664.71% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Insights: Peer Analysis</h3>
Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for Gevo, Green Plains and REX American Resources are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Clean Energy Fuels</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>8.18%</td>
<td>$22.75M</td>
<td>-2.25%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gevo</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>24.12%</td>
<td>$1.84M</td>
<td>-3.95%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Green Plains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-27.84%</td>
<td>$37.82M</td>
<td>-2.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>REX American Resources</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-30.11%</td>
<td>$19.77M</td>
<td>2.33%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Comstock is positioned in the middle among its peers for Consensus rating. It ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth. Comstock is at the top for Gross Profit. Comstock is at the top for Return on Equity.
<h3>About Comstock</h3>
Comstock Inc is engaged in technologies that efficiently use wasted and under-utilized natural resources to produce renewable energy and other products that contribute to balancing uses and emissions of carbon and enhance mineral and material discoveries. The segments of the company are Fuels Metals, Mining, Strategic Investments, and Corporate. The company derives maximum revenue from Strategic Investments segment. The Strategic Investments Segment includes minority equity investments in Quantum Generative Materials LLC (physics-based artificial intelligence), Green Li-ion Pte Limited (lithium-ion battery recycling and cathode production), Sierra Springs Opportunity Fund (strategic direct investment in northern Nevada real estate), and other equity or equity-linked investments.
<h3>Comstock's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Comstock's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 1130.92%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Comstock's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -1985.53%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Comstock's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -11.61%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Comstock's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -8.24%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.14.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LODE/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Comstock visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Examining the Future: Comstock's Earnings Outlook

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Investing successfully in micro-cap stocks is difficult. Selecting the wrong company can lead to a loss of all or a substantial part of an investment. However, picking the right one could result in a big payday. The iShares Micro-Cap ETF (ARCA: IWC) has provided a total return of just over 100% over the past 10 years. That severely lags the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (ARCA: SPY), which has returned 266% over the same period.
Below, I&#39;ll dive into three micro-cap companies that show large potential upside but also carry significant risk.
<h2>Amprius: Advanced Battery Technology, But Significant Scale Is Needed</h2>
First up is Amprius (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ampx#NYSE">AMPX</a>) Technologies. The industrial company makes high-density lithium-ion batteries that use silicon nanowire anodes. Compared to the traditional graphite anodes that lithium-ion batteries use, these anodes take up less space, allowing them to package more lithium into a battery. This technology can substantially extend battery life in a variety of applications.
The company shows the range of a Tesla Model 3, and the flight time for a drone can be increased by around 75%. It also shows that its batteries can charge up to 80%, around five times faster than graphite anode batteries. The company&#39;s products are primarily used in drones and high-altitude pseudo-satellites (&quot;HAPS&quot;).
However, this company is extremely unprofitable. The cost directly associated with producing its batteries was around three times higher than the revenue it made from them. This gave the firm a gross profit margin of -195% last quarter. With over $12 million in revenue over the last twelve months, it is reasonable to think the company could be profitable if it scaled up massively.
Price targets are wide-ranging for this firm, but a target released by Oppenheimer implies 1,117% upside. Shares have been on the rise as of late after the company disclosed $20 million in new orders. Still, the company will need to achieve much higher sales than that to be profitable. It is designing a new manufacturing facility in Colorado to increase its production capacity.
<h2>Comstock: Expanding Capacity to Capitalize Off Solar Panel Recycling</h2>
Comstock Inc. (AMEX:LODE) is a decarbonization and recycling company. One of its biggest focuses right now is building up capacity to recycle solar panel metal and then resell it.
The company currently has no substantial revenues and frequently issues more equity to fund its operations. However, it does have substantial cash on its balance sheet that it can use for funding currently. Shares have been on the rise since the company recorded its first shipments and sales of renewable metal extracted from old solar panels.
The company recently secured its first lease for a large-scale facility to expand its recycling capacity. It believes that this part of the business could be profitable by 2026 and plans to have three facilities opened by then.
Right now, the stock is trading at just $5 million higher than its assets minus its liabilities, or its book value.
Getting traction in the solar panel recycling business could mean big things for the stock, as according to MIT, &quot;8 million tons of decommissioned solar panels could accumulate by 2030.&quot; Noble Capital Markets sees a 468% upside in this stock based on their $2.60 price target released on Aug. 13.
<h2>Marinus Hopes to Expand the Market for Its Key Drug</h2>
Last is Marinus Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mrns#NASDAQ">MRNS</a>).&nbsp;The company is currently waiting to release Phase 3 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) results for its drug ganaxalone.
The drug aims to treat Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). If approved, the company could use its drug to treat around 12,700 people.
The FDA has already approved the drug for a condition with similar symptoms. However, a TSC approval could generate much more revenue as it affects many more patients.
The average price target for the firm sits at $8.50. From the current $1.65 price, this represents an over 400% potential upside for the stock.
The company plans to release the results of this Phase 3 trial in less than a month.
If the results are strong, they could have a massive positive effect on the stock price. However, if they disappoint, they could also greatly hurt the stock price, leading to a big downgrade.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/3-micro-caps-set-for-major-moves-balancing-risk-and-opportunity/">3 Micro-Caps Set for Major Moves: Balancing Risk and Opportunity</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

The deal includes GenMat&#39;s artificial intelligence materials discovery platform, materials synthesis, and related assets, business, and most of the related technical team.
Concurrently, as part of the acquisition of GenMat, Deep Prasad&#39;s holding company will be receiving GenMat&#39;s consolidated satellite, mission control software, other related low earth orbit assets, and space team.
Comstock&#39;s original 2021 investment agreement with GenMat called for a milestone-based investment of&nbsp;$50 million for&nbsp;50%&nbsp;of GenMat&#39;s fully diluted equity, including about&nbsp;$15 million previously paid by Comstock.
Comstock and GenMat agreed to terminate each of their prior agreements as part of the new acquisition agreement. Comstock expects to efficiently operate, integrate, and commercialize GenMat.
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Comstock Acquires Substantially All Of The Equity In GenMat; No Terms Disclosed

Comstock's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LODE#NYSE">LODE</a>) short percent of float has fallen 9.25% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.40 million shares sold short, which is 2.06% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Comstock Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727880323_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Comstock has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Comstock's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Comstock's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.22%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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The ELA provides Comstock IP Holdings with the exclusive worldwide right to use the NREL technologies in the processing and conversion of seed plants to renewable fuels and renewable fuel feedstocks, including native, hybrid, and transgenic phenotypes, and derivatives thereof, excluding switchgrass, big bluestem, miscanthus, and the leaves, stalks, and husks produced during the harvesting of corn, subject to limited geographic restrictions, in exchange for royalty and other fees linked to sales of licensed products and sublicensing.

Comstock Subsidiary Inks Exclusive License And Cooperative Research And Development Agreement With DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory

The company recently announced new revenue contracts for its solar panel recycling business, an international equity partnership with revenue and royalty generating agreements for its low carbon, lignocellulosic fuels business, certain asset sales and an indicative term sheet for&nbsp;$325 million&nbsp;in gross funding through SBC Commerce LLC, a U.S. based, globally positioned, private equity group.
The remainder of the Comstock&#39;s convertible debt has been either converted, redeemed or extinguished. 
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Comstock Says SBCC transactions Are Progressing; Reveals Additional Convertible Debt Financing Of $3.5M, With Option For Additional $1.5M;

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Comstock Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LODE#NYSE">LODE</a>) ("Comstock" and the "Company") and its subsidiary, Comstock Metals Corporation ("Comstock Metals"), a technology leader in efficiently recycling end-of-life solar panels into reusable aluminum, copper, silver, glass and other minerals, that delivers a 100% closed-loop, zero-landfill solution, today announced additional revenues from two commercial companies that have engaged Comstock Metals for the decommissioning and disposal of end-of-life solar panels. &nbsp;
Comstock Metals strives to efficiently and effectively recycle materials at industrial scales, such that these materials are carefully recovered in a manner whereby they can be recycled and reused over and over again, representing the true definition of circularity, and the process and service that Comstock Metals strives to perfect and offer.

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