European Lithium Nets US$21M Selling CRML Shares at Premium
European Lithium Limited has sold 3 million shares of Critical Metals Corp. at a 10% premium, raising US$21 million and underscoring the strong value of its CRML stake.
- EUR sells 3 million CRML shares for US$21 million in off-market deal
- Sale price reflects 10% premium to recent trading average
- Remaining 60 million CRML shares valued at approximately A$0.73 per EUR share
- CRML’s flagship projects include Greenland’s Tanbreez rare-earth deposit and Austria’s fully permitted Wolfsberg Lithium mine
- Transaction highlights significant underlying asset value above EUR’s current market capitalization
Strategic Share Sale Highlights Value
European Lithium Limited (ASX, EUR) has completed an off-market sale of 3 million shares in Critical Metals Corp. (Nasdaq, CRML) to a single US institutional investor at US$7 per share. This transaction, announced on 7 October 2025, raised approximately US$21 million (A$31.75 million) for EUR, representing a 10% premium to the 14-day volume-weighted average price of CRML shares.
The sale underscores the growing market recognition of CRML’s assets, with the remaining 60 million shares held by EUR now valued at around A$0.73 per EUR share. This valuation notably exceeds European Lithium’s current market capitalization, suggesting a potential re-rating opportunity for EUR investors.
CRML’s Growing Strategic Footprint
Critical Metals Corp is a mining development company focused on critical metals essential for electrification and next-generation technologies. Its flagship project, the Tanbreez rare-earth deposit in Greenland, is among the world’s largest of its kind. Additionally, the Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria is fully permitted and strategically positioned to supply Europe’s growing lithium demand.
These assets place CRML at the forefront of the critical metals supply chain, supporting clean energy transitions and defense applications across Europe and allied markets. CRML also holds a 20% interest in Austrian mineral projects previously owned by European Lithium, further strengthening its portfolio.
Implications for European Lithium
European Lithium’s Executive Chairman Tony Sage highlighted the transaction as a clear demonstration of the value embedded in their CRML holding. The capital raised provides EUR with additional financial flexibility, though the company has not detailed its plans for the proceeds or its future strategy regarding the remaining CRML shares.
Market participants will be watching closely to see if EUR opts to monetise more of its CRML stake or leverage the valuation uplift to support its own lithium and critical metals projects. The Wolfsberg Lithium Project, in particular, remains a key asset for EUR’s long-term growth ambitions.
Looking Ahead
This transaction not only highlights the premium investors are willing to pay for CRML’s strategic assets but also shines a spotlight on the evolving critical metals landscape in Europe. As demand for lithium and rare earth elements intensifies, companies like CRML and EUR are well positioned to benefit from the transition to clean energy technologies.
Bottom Line?
European Lithium’s share sale at a premium signals growing investor confidence but leaves questions about its next moves.
Questions in the middle?
- Will European Lithium sell more CRML shares or hold for long-term value?
- How will EUR deploy the proceeds from this significant capital raise?
- What progress can be expected soon from CRML’s Tanbreez and Wolfsberg projects?
