How to buy Pilbara Minerals shares in 2025

Pilbara Minerals ($PLS) owns the world's largest independent hard-rock lithium operation, producing spodumene and tantalite concentrates and is focused on sustainable battery materials.

👉 Read on to learn about Pilbara Minerals and how to buy $PLS shares in a few easy steps.

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How to buy Pilbara Minerals stock in 5 steps

When investing in shares - whether PLS or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Pilbara Minerals is right for you, then consider the following steps.

1. Open an investing account

To buy Pilbara Minerals stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up for an investing platform with access to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the ASX and Wall St markets, including PLS.

2. Fund your account

Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy PLS shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or set up a recurring deposit using PayTo.

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3. Search for Pilbara Minerals or PLS

Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.

4. Place an order for PLS shares

The next step is to place an order for the number of Pilbara Minerals shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.

5. Monitor your investment

Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.

Put it on repeat?

If you intend to regularly purchase PLS shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for Pilbara Minerals shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.

Pilbara Minerals company overview

Pilbara Minerals, an ASX50-listed company, operates the largest independent hard-rock lithium project worldwide – the Pilgangoora Operation in WA. The company aims to drive the global energy transition by providing sustainable battery materials. With its strategy to operate, grow and diversify, Pilbara Minerals focuses on delivering high-quality products while exploring opportunities in the clean energy sector.

Pilbara Minerals share price performance

The Pilbara Minerals share price was A$1.75 (+4.30%) as of market close.

Pilbara Minerals customer activity on Stake

Trades	45,104
Watchlist	14,812
Views	1,511,313

Data updated as of March 15, 2025.

Key metrics for Pilbara Minerals

Get a breakdown of Pilbara Minerals’s financial metrics.

Latest market close	A$1.75
Market capitalisation	A$5.85B
PE Ratio	20.65
Earnings per share	A$8.45
Day change	+4.3%
52-week high	A$4.25
52-week low	A$1.69

Data updated as of March 15, 2025.

Schedule a recurring investment in Pilbara Minerals

Put your favourites on repeat - like Pilbara Minerals - with a recurring investment on Stake. It’s a great way to build towards long-term goals and a convenient method to stay consistent with your investing habits.
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How to sell Pilbara Minerals shares?

The process of selling Pilbara Minerals shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own PLS shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:

Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Pilbara Minerals
Select Sell
Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
Review your Sell order
Follow the prompts to submit your order

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Is it a good time to buy Pilbara Minerals shares?

Like any investment, Pilbara Minerals may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.

You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $PLS shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.

What are some similar stocks to PLS?

Mineral Resources Limited ($MIN): Mineral Resources Limited is a diversified mining services company with a significant presence in lithium mining. Their integrated model includes mining, processing and logistics to ensure efficient delivery of resources. Liontown Resources Ltd ($LTR): Liontown Resources Ltd focuses on the exploration and development of lithium projects in Australia. Its flagship project is the Kathleen Valley Lithium-Tantalum Project, which aims to become a major supplier to the global lithium market. Iluka Resources Limited ($ILU): Iluka Resources Limited primarily produces mineral sands, but they have entered the lithium sector with the development of the Wimmera project. This diversification positions them as a significant player in both rare earth elements and lithium production.

What are some ETFs that hold PLS?

Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF ($LIT): This ETF tracks the Solactive Global Lithium Index, covering companies in the lithium mining, refining and battery production sectors. Holdings include Tesla and Albemarle Corporation. VanEck Vectors Rare Earth/Strategic Metals ETF ($REMX): REMX tracks rare earth and strategic metals companies. It holds stocks involved in rare earth and strategic minerals extraction and production, including Pilbara Minerals and Lynas. ETFS Battery Tech & Lithium ETF ($ACDC): ACDC tracks the Solactive Battery Value-Chain Index and includes companies involved in the battery storage and production supply chain. Major holdings are Tesla, Samsung and Pilbara Minerals.

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Pilbara Minerals Common Questions

How to invest in Pilbara Minerals for beginners?

If you’re new to the investing world, it’s always wise to get educated on the fundamentals of the market. Luckily you can learn all about it free of charge at our learning hub, Stake Academy. If you decide that Pilbara Minerals aligns with your financial goals, then follow these steps:

Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
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Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
Place a buy order for Pilbara Minerals
Monitor your investment

How much money do you need to invest in Pilbara Minerals?

The Minimum Marketable Parcel (MMP) rule by the ASX requires first-time stock purchases to have a minimum order value of A$500, exclusive of brokerage fees, ensuring a solid starting position on CHESS-sponsored platforms with personal HINs.

Once you’ve made an initial purchase, subsequent buys of the same stock can be as low as A$20, encouraging flexibility for growing your investment portfolio.

Is Pilbara Minerals a good buy?

Whether or not Pilbara Minerals is a good buy is dependent on your investing goals, strategy and risk tolerance. It’s essential to conduct thorough research on Pilbara Minerals and decide whether you believe it to be a sound investment that aligns with your financial goals.

How often does Pilbara Minerals report earnings?

Pilbara Minerals reports its earnings semi-annually. Financial results for the first half of the year (H1) are typically announced in February, while the second half (H2) results are usually released in August. Specific dates can be confirmed on the company's investor relations webpage or ASX announcements.

What share registry does Pilbara Minerals use?

Pilbara Minerals uses Computershare as its share registry. Computershare manages the company's shareholder records, processes dividend payments and handles share transfers. Shareholders can access their account information and perform various transactions via the Computershare website.

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