Market Overview
Champion Iron Limited (ticker CIA.AX) closed the trading session on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, down 1.26 % at 05:35 PM Central Europe time. The share price stood at AUD 2.33, reflecting a current market capitalization of AUD 1.30 billion. In the past 24 hours, approximately AUD 4.8 million of Champion Iron shares were traded on Australian exchanges, with a total outstanding supply of 566 million shares.
The company has experienced a significant decline since the end of the previous month, with a 26.79 % drop in share price. Over the past 200 trading days, the simple moving average sits at AUD 4.44. The 52‑week high, AUD 6.68, was reached on 16 January 2026, while the 52‑week low, AUD 2.32, occurred on 16 October 2026.
Related Stock Performance (Last 24 Hours)
| Company | Ticker | Price | % Change | Market Capitalisation | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCI Minerals | BCI.AX | AUD 0.53 | 0.00 % | AUD 1.60 bn | 79.85 |
| Catalyst Metals | CYL.AX | AUD 5.43 | –0.72 % | AUD 1.50 bn | 8.64 |
| Supply Network | SNL.AX | AUD 35.34 | +2.28 % | AUD 1.50 bn | 32.66 |
| Metals X | MLX.AX | AUD 1.60 | –3.82 % | AUD 1.40 bn | 9.17 |
| Smartgroup | SIQ.AX | AUD 11.62 | +1.04 % | AUD 1.50 bn | 18.31 |
Highlights from BCI Minerals
BCI Minerals (BCI.AX) remained flat at AUD 0.53. The company reported progress in its Mardie salt and potash project for the September 2026 quarter. Construction reached approximately 90 % completion; the salt crystalliser programme was 87 % complete, including lining. The company produced 266,000 tonnes of crystallised salt, commissioned twelve crystalliser cells, and completed dredging at Port Mardie, which is now 98 % complete. A new sulphate‑of‑potash pilot plant contract was secured, and the company accessed additional funding through its syndicated debt facility. Health and safety metrics improved, with the quarterly injury rate falling to 2.7. The company continues to build brine inventory and prepare for peak evaporation, noting that the timing of first salt shipment remains weather‑dependent. Its financial position is supported by available cash and debt facilities, and it maintains engagement with off‑take partners and market stakeholders.
Company Profile
Champion Iron Limited is an exploration company focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing iron‑ore deposits. The company provides iron‑ore products to customers worldwide. It was listed on the ASX All Markets in September 2010. Further information can be obtained from the company website at www.championiron.com .