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UBS Gives a Buy Rating to Skeena Resources (SKE)

UBS analyst Daniel Major assigned a Buy rating to Skeena Resources (SKE) with a C$60.00 price target. The average analyst consensus is Moderate Buy with a C$56.00 target. Skeena reported a Q2 GAAP net loss of C$35.22 million, slightly improved from last year's C$36.03 million loss. Insider sentiment is negative, with increased selling activity.

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Published Aug 26, 2026, 8:20 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

Med
01

Why it matters

The rating provides a fresh catalyst for the stock, which could trigger buying pressure.

02

Market read

Analyst upgrade may influence trading activity in the mining sector.

03

What to watch

Potential dilution from future financing needs.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 7/10Timing: today

Background

UBS analyst Daniel Major covers basic materials and issued a new Buy rating for Skeena Resources.

Market effects

Sector

May lift sentiment in the basic materials sector.

Regional

Limited to Canadian mining stocks.

Global

Low

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Insider selling suggests caution despite the upgrade.

Key entities

  • company
    Skeena Resources

    Canadian mining company listed on TSX.

  • financial_institution
    UBS

    Investment bank providing the analyst rating.

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