中矿资源集团股份有限公司 证券代码：002738 证券简称：中矿资源 公告编号：2024-069号 中矿资源集团股份有限公司 关于投资建设赞比亚中央省 Kitumba 铜矿项目的公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露的内容真实、准确、完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 中矿资源集团股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"或"本公司"）于 2024 年 12 月 27 日召开第六届董事会第十四次会议，审议通过了《关于投资建设赞比亚中 央省 Kitumba 铜矿项目的议案》，同意公司下属控股子公司 Sinomine Kitumba Minerals Company Limited （以下简称"Kitumba"）投资建设 Kitumba 铜矿采、 选、冶联合工程项目，采选工程项目设计规模为原矿 350 万吨/年，冶炼项目设 计产能为阴极铜 6 万吨/年。项目计划总投资额 56,291.50 万美元，其中建设投资 50,634.84 万美元，资金来源为 Kitumba 自有资金及其自筹资金。现将具体情况 公告如下： 一、项目投资概述 为加快推进公司铜资源矿业开发的发展战略，提高公司市场竞争力，增强公 司可持续发展能 ...

中矿资源集团股份有限公司 证券代码：002738 证券简称：中矿资源 公告编号：2024-070号 中矿资源集团股份有限公司 关于投资建设Tsumeb冶炼厂多金属综合循环回收项目的公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露的内容真实、准确、完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 中矿资源集团股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"或"本公司"）于 2024 年 12 月 27 日召开第六届董事会第十四次会议，审议通过了《关于投资建设 Tsumeb 冶 炼厂多金属综合循环回收项目的议案》，同意公司下属控股子公司 Sinomine Tsumeb Smelter (Propritary) Limited（以下简称"Tsumeb 冶炼厂"）投资建设 20 万吨/年多 金属综合循环回收项目。项目估算投资总额 22,251.00 万美元，其中建设投资 20,484.00 万美元，资金来源为 Tsumeb 冶炼厂自有资金、自筹资金等方式。现将具 体情况公告如下： 一、项目投资概述 为了实施公司稀有金属板块的发展战略，加快推进锗、镓等战略金属的开发， 提高公司市场竞争力，增强公司可持续发展能力，公司下属控股子公司 Tsumeb 冶 ...

中矿资源集团股份有限公司 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露的内容真实、准确、完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 一、担保情况概述 中矿资源集团股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"或"本公司"）于 2024 年 5 月 17 日召开的 2023 年度股东大会审议通过了《关于公司及子公司 2024 年度对 外担保额度预计的议案》，同意公司为合并报表范围内的各级全资及控股子公司 （包含现有及授权期新设立、收购等方式取得的纳入公司合并报表范围内的各级 全资及控股子公司）提供担保；同意合并报表范围内的全资子公司为公司提供担 保。预计 2024 年度前述担保事项累计额度最高不超过 600,000.00 万元人民币（包 括公司与子公司之间、子公司与子公司之间提供的担保金额）。其中，公司为中 矿资源（海南）锂业有限责任公司（以下简称"中矿海南锂业"）的担保额度为 42,000.00 万元人民币。 中矿海南锂业拟向华夏银行股份有限公司海口分行（以下简称"华夏银行"） 申请 10,000.00 万元人民币综合授信，由公司为中矿海南锂业上述授信提供保证 担保。 本次担保后，公司为中矿海南锂业的担保总额为 30,000.00 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [11]. Core Views - The company has demonstrated excellent cost control in lithium carbonate production and is expected to benefit from small metal export controls [13]. - The acquisition of the Bikita mine has significantly increased lithium resources, showcasing the company's strong geological exploration capabilities [14]. - The company is expanding into copper through the acquisition of the Kitumba copper mine and Tsumeb smelter, enhancing its resource advantages [13][16]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company was established in 1999 and went public in 2014. It has expanded its operations through acquisitions, including the Bikita mine in Zimbabwe and the Kitumba copper mine in Zambia [13][26]. Lithium Carbonate - The company has successfully completed the construction of a 200,000 tons/year lithium spodumene project and a 35,000 tons/year high-purity lithium salt project, enhancing its production capacity [13][39]. - The lithium resource at the Bikita mine has increased from 29.41 million tons to 113.35 million tons, with lithium carbonate equivalent rising from 850,000 tons to 2.885 million tons [14][36]. Small Metals - The company has a strong market position in cesium and rubidium salts, with a historical high gross margin of 72.37% in H1 2024, despite a decline in revenue [15][53]. - The acquisition of the Tsumeb smelter provides access to valuable germanium resources, with the company expected to produce approximately 30 tons of germanium annually [16][58]. Copper Segment - The Kitumba copper mine has a resource estimate of 27.9 million tons, with a copper metal content of 614,000 tons, indicating significant potential for future exploration and production [16][18]. Financial Forecasts - Revenue projections for 2024-2026 are estimated at 4.374 billion, 4.429 billion, and 4.533 billion yuan, respectively, with a corresponding net profit forecast of 629.89 million, 987.61 million, and 1.22584 billion yuan [18][19].

Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with an "Accumulate" rating for the company, targeting a price of 43.6 CNY per share based on a PE of 35x for 2025 [3][6]. Core Insights - The company is positioned as a platform resource giant with a focus on lithium, cesium, rubidium, germanium, zinc, and copper, leveraging its exploration advantages [1]. - The lithium resource supply is expanding, showcasing integrated advantages with a self-sufficient lithium resource rate of 90.6% in 2023, which is expected to further enhance profitability [1][24]. - The company has a strong customer base, including major players like BASF and DuPont, which solidifies its market position in the cesium and rubidium sectors [1]. - The acquisition of the Tsumeb copper smelter and Kitumba copper mine is expected to accelerate the company's growth trajectory in the copper sector [1][15]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company has transitioned from geological exploration to becoming an international mining giant through strategic acquisitions, including Tanco and Bikita [13][14]. - The company is primarily controlled by the China Nonferrous Metal Mining Group, with a clear division of responsibilities among its subsidiaries [20]. Lithium Segment - The company has achieved a significant increase in lithium resource reserves, with Bikita's lithium resource amount growing from 84.96 thousand tons to 288.47 thousand tons, marking a 239.5% increase [41][45]. - The lithium production capacity at Bikita has reached 400,000 tons per year, with ongoing projects to further enhance output [46]. Cesium and Rubidium Segment - Tanco is recognized as the world's largest cesium mine, providing a competitive edge in the cesium and rubidium markets [48]. - The company has established a robust supply chain for cesium and rubidium products, which are critical for various high-tech applications [1]. Copper Segment - The company is actively expanding its copper resource portfolio, with plans to achieve a production capacity of 50,000 tons per year by 2025 [1][15]. - The acquisition of the Tsumeb copper smelter and Kitumba copper mine is a strategic move to diversify and strengthen the company's mining operations [1]. Financial Analysis - The company reported a revenue of 60.1 billion CNY in 2023, a decrease of 25.2% year-on-year, primarily due to falling lithium prices [24]. - The projected net profit for 2024 is estimated at 695.64 million CNY, reflecting a significant decline compared to previous years [2][24].

中矿资源集团股份有限公司 证券代码：002738 证券简称：中矿资源 公告编号：2024-066号 中矿资源集团股份有限公司 关于全资子公司申请银团贷款及为其提供担保的进展公告 1、牵头行：信银国际、汇丰香港。 2、贷款代理行：信银国际。 5、担保方式：连带责任保证。 中矿资源集团股份有限公司 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露的内容真实、准确、完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 一、担保情况概述 中矿资源集团股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"或"本公司"）分别于 2024 年 9 月 24 日、2024 年 10 月 11 日召开第六届董事会第十二次会议和 2024 年第 一次临时股东大会，审议通过了《关于全资子公司申请银团贷款及为其提供担保 的议案》，同意公司全资子公司中矿（香港）稀有金属资源有限公司（以下简称 "香港中矿稀有"）向中信银行（国际）有限公司（以下简称"信银国际"）及香 港上海汇丰银行有限公司（以下简称"汇丰香港"）联席牵头的境外银团申请不 超过 150,000.00 万元人民币等值的银团贷款，并由本公司、本公司全资子公司 江西东鹏新材料有限责任公司（以下简称"东鹏新材"）和香港中矿稀 ...

中矿资源集团股份有限公司 证券代码：002738 证券简称：中矿资源 公告编号：2024-065号 中矿资源集团股份有限公司 关于全资子公司为公司融资租赁业务提供担保的公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露的内容真实、准确、完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 一、融资租赁及担保情况概述 为加快推进业务发展，拓宽融资渠道，中矿资源集团股份有限公司（以下简 称"公司"或"本公司"）拟作为承租人与信达金融租赁有限公司（以下简称 "信达租赁"）开展售后回租融资租赁业务，融资额度不超过人民币60,000.00 万元。公司全资子公司江西东鹏新材料有限责任公司（以下简称"东鹏新材"） 为公司向信达租赁提供不可撤销的最高额连带责任保证担保。 公司于 2024 年 5 月 17 日召开的 2023 年度股东大会审议通过了《关于公司 及子公司 2024 年度对外担保额度预计的议案》，同意公司为合并报表范围内的各 级全资及控股子公司（包含现有及授权期新设立、收购等方式取得的纳入公司合 并报表范围内的各级全资及控股子公司）提供担保；同意合并报表范围内的全资 子公司为公司提供担保。预计 2024 年度前述担保事项累计额度最 ...

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the company, indicating a positive outlook based on its growth potential in lithium and cesium rubidium sectors, as well as the recent acquisition of copper assets [4][11]. Core Views - The company has transformed from an early exploration firm into a comprehensive mineral resource development and utilization company, focusing on cesium rubidium, lithium, and copper [4][30]. - The lithium business is expected to drive revenue growth, with significant improvements in self-sufficiency and cost reductions in lithium salt production [4][59]. - The company is a global leader in cesium rubidium salts, demonstrating strong and stable profitability, with a significant market share and pricing power [5][69]. - The acquisition of the Kitumba copper mine is anticipated to create new profit growth avenues, addressing long-term supply constraints in the copper market [5][76]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company has evolved through acquisitions, focusing on lithium and cesium rubidium resources, and has established a vertically integrated production chain for lithium salts [4][30][32]. Lithium Business - The company has enhanced its lithium resource self-sufficiency, with a production capacity of 66,000 tons of lithium salts and significant cost reductions, with costs dropping from 121,000 RMB/ton in 2022 to 61,000 RMB/ton in H1 2024 [4][66]. - The Bikita lithium mine in Zimbabwe is expected to significantly boost self-sufficiency, with production capacity reaching 300,000 tons of spodumene concentrate annually [4][59]. Cesium Rubidium Business - The company is the leading global manufacturer of cesium rubidium salts, with a robust growth trajectory, achieving a revenue increase from 510 million RMB in 2020 to 1.12 billion RMB in 2023, with a CAGR of 30% [5][70]. - The cesium rubidium business maintains a gross margin of around 72% in H1 2024, reflecting strong pricing power and stable profitability [5][76]. Copper Business - The acquisition of a 65% stake in the Kitumba copper mine in Zambia is expected to provide a new growth curve, with identified copper resources of 27.9 million tons and a copper grade of 2.20% [5][76]. - The copper market is anticipated to experience upward price trends due to ongoing supply constraints, positioning the company favorably for future profitability [5][76]. Financial Forecast - The company is projected to achieve net profits of 710 million RMB, 900 million RMB, and 1.02 billion RMB for 2024, 2025, and 2026, respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 40, 32, and 28 times [6][11].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform the Market" (maintained) [2][6]. Core Viewpoints - The company has established a diversified layout in the cesium, rubidium, lithium, and copper industries, which is expected to help it navigate through market cycles [4][27]. - The cesium and rubidium salt business has expanded its application market and holds a significant competitive advantage, controlling over 80% of global cesium lepidolite resources and production capacity [4][32]. - The lithium mining and lithium salt business is focused on cost reduction to cope with the industry's downturn, with significant production increases expected from its projects in Zimbabwe and Canada [4][46][49]. - The copper mining and smelting business is rapidly expanding, with acquisitions aimed at creating new growth curves [4][46]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company, established in 1999, is a leading geological exploration service provider in China's non-ferrous metal industry, focusing on solid mineral exploration and rare light metal resource development [9][10]. Business Performance - In 2023, the company achieved revenue of 6.013 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 25.22%, and a net profit of 2.208 billion yuan, down 32.98% [23]. - For the first three quarters of 2024, the company reported revenue of 3.569 billion yuan, a decrease of 28.69%, and a net profit of 546 million yuan, down 73.64% [24]. Cesium and Rubidium Business - The cesium and rubidium segment generated revenue of 1.124 billion yuan in 2023, with a gross profit margin of 64.39% [40]. - The company has a complete cesium salt industry chain and is the only global producer of cesium formate, which is widely used in the oil and gas industry [32][33]. Lithium Mining and Lithium Salt Business - The company has made significant progress in its lithium projects, with the Bikita mine achieving stable production and contributing to a substantial increase in lithium salt sales [46][49]. - The company is actively reducing production costs through various initiatives, including renewable energy projects [50]. Copper Mining and Smelting Business - The acquisition of the Tsumeb smelter and Kitumba copper project is expected to enhance the company's growth trajectory in the copper sector [4][46].

Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating for Zhongmin Resources [3]. Core Views - Zhongmin Resources, originally established as a geological exploration service provider, has successfully transitioned into a multi-metal resource platform, focusing on lithium, cesium, rubidium, and copper-germanium [1][13]. - The company has achieved significant cost reductions in its lithium operations and is well-positioned to maintain stable cash flow during industry downturns, leveraging its resource self-sufficiency [1][10]. - The company is expected to see revenue growth from its diversified operations, with projected revenues of 4.715 billion, 4.877 billion, and 6.364 billion yuan for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively [2][3]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Zhongmin Resources began as a geological exploration service provider and has evolved into a leader in lithium, cesium, and rubidium production, with a recent expansion into copper-germanium [1][13]. - The management team has extensive experience in the mining industry, with a focus on resource integration and development [17][19]. Lithium Business - The company has a total lithium production capacity of 418 million tons and a refining capacity of 66,000 tons, with ongoing cost reduction initiatives [1][10]. - The lithium market is expected to maintain a high growth rate due to increasing demand from electric vehicles and energy storage [1][10]. Cesium and Rubidium Business - Zhongmin Resources holds a monopoly on the global cesium and rubidium supply, with key resources located in Tanco and Bikita [1][10]. - The company is positioned to benefit from increasing market share and pricing power as competitors exit the market due to resource shortages [1][10]. Copper and Germanium Business - The acquisition of Kitumba Copper Mine and Tsumeb Smelter marks a significant breakthrough in the company's copper operations, with plans for integrated mining and refining projects [1][10]. - The Kitumba mine has a copper resource of 614,000 tons at a grade of 2.20%, and the Tsumeb smelter is expected to enhance the company's overall performance [1][10]. Financial Projections - The report forecasts revenues of 4.715 billion yuan in 2024, 4.877 billion yuan in 2025, and 6.364 billion yuan in 2026, with corresponding net profits of 842 million, 939 million, and 1.347 billion yuan [2][3]. - The projected P/E ratios for the next three years are 34.9, 31.3, and 21.9 respectively, indicating a favorable valuation outlook [2][3].