Mentor Capital, Inc. — Cyborg Score 3/10

Challenged
Diversified holding companies

Strategic Profile

The company's classic energy segment includes securities investments in major energy companies including Exxon Mobil, Occidental Petroleum, Chevron, Cameco, and Arch Resources. The firm specializes in pre-IPO investments in cannabis companies and prefers to invest in shelf IPO companies with sales greater than $40 million.

Cyborg Score Rationale

The company's trailing twelve months net profit margin is -401.3906%. MNTR underperformed the US Capital Markets industry and US Market, returning less than both over the past year. The company faces significant financial headwinds and operational challenges.

Top Insights

  • Dual business model spanning classic energy portfolio (oil, gas, coal, uranium majors) and cannabis/pre-IPO private equity focus
  • Significant unrealized asset value: In October 2023, divested trash consolidation business for $5M cash, representing 500% of market cap at time of sale
  • Micro-cap liquidity and valuation challenges: Market cap around $650K as of June 2026 with penny-stock trading dynamics on OTC Markets
  • Deep financial losses: Negative 401% net profit margin indicates substantial accumulated losses relative to minimal revenue generation

Named Competitors

  • ExxonMobil — Major integrated oil and gas company
  • Occidental Petroleum — Integrated oil and gas exploration and production
  • Cameco — Uranium mining and nuclear fuel producer
  • Private Equity/Cannabis Capital — Direct competitors for cannabis growth capital

Recent Developments

  • (October 2023) Divested 51% stake in Arizona-based trash consolidation business for $5M cash plus $1M note, representing major capital event
  • (June 2023) Reported theoretical cash breakup value may significantly exceed current market price of stock

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