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Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2022 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-05-13 17:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter 2022 revenue of $101.3 million, which is approximately 5% higher than the first quarter of 2021 after adjustments [7] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was $45.2 million, reflecting a slight decrease from $46 million in the same quarter last year [9] - Cash flow metrics remained solid with $24 million of operating cash flow, bringing the trailing 12-month operating cash flow to $91 million, up from $81 million in 2021 [10] - The company finished the quarter with $350 million in cash after paying $14 million in tax installments and making a $10 million interest payment on senior notes [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold production for the first quarter was 50,000 ounces, with total production for the first four months of 2022 reaching 68,272 ounces [5] - The average realized gold price was $1,860 per ounce, contributing to the revenue increase [7] - Cash costs were reported at $817 per ounce, an improvement from $825 per ounce in the first quarter of 2021 [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates starting shipments of polymetallic concentrates by the end of the second quarter, which will add to revenue streams [8] - The company is on track to produce between 210,000 and 225,000 ounces of gold from Segovia this year [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on maintaining its dividend policy, paying C$1.05 per share monthly, totaling US$3.5 million in dividends for the first quarter [5] - Significant investments are being made in infrastructure projects at Segovia, including the expansion of the Maria Dama plant and the construction of the El ChoCho tailings storage facility [13] - The Toroparu Project in Guyana is being prepared for formal construction, with a PFS expected in the third quarter [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to control costs and execution amid volatile financial markets [3] - The upcoming elections in Colombia were discussed, with management noting that the company owns the land and underground rights, which may mitigate potential regulatory risks [18] - Management indicated that they do not foresee any significant delays in the Toroparu project, with sufficient funding available to proceed [30] Other Important Information - The company has been involved in a free trade arbitration with Colombia, which has led to elevated G&A expenses in the first quarter [31] - The company plans to spend approximately $70 million in the second half of the year on the Toroparu project, funded through cash flow and cash on hand [36] Q&A Session Summary Question: Potential impact of upcoming elections in Colombia on the mining industry - Management noted that the elections are closely contested, but the company owns its land and underground rights, which may shield it from adverse regulatory changes [18] Question: Update on the Toroparu project regarding capital costs - Management confirmed that the PFS is expected in July, with a cost estimate of $355 million, but they believe it may be lower due to more detailed information available [21][23] Question: Risks around the finalization of the mining license for Toroparu - Management stated that they are in the process of obtaining the mining permit and do not foresee risks of not receiving it on time [26] Question: Any scenarios for delaying the project due to macroeconomic factors - Management expressed confidence in proceeding with the project, stating they have sufficient funds to continue despite potential cost increases [30] Question: Clarification on G&A expenditures for the quarter - Management indicated that Q1 was unusually high due to arbitration costs, but they expect G&A to stabilize in subsequent quarters [31] Question: Confirmation of CapEx guidance for 2022 - Management confirmed sustaining CapEx guidance of $50 million to $55 million for Segovia and indicated that spending on Toroparu will ramp up significantly in the second quarter [33][36]
Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2021 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-04-01 16:47
GCM Mining Corp. (TPRFF) Q4 2021 Earnings Conference Call April 1, 2022 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Lombardo Paredes - Chief Executive Officer Mike Davies - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Carey MacRury - Canaccord Operator Welcome to the GCM Mining Corp. Q4 2021 Results Webcast. My name is John. I will be your operator for today’s call. [Operator Instructions] And I will now turn the call over to Mike Davies. Mike Davies Great. Thanks, John, and thank you for joining us this mornin ...
Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-11-12 17:49
Gran Colombia Gold Corp. (TPRFF) Q3 2021 Results Conference Call November 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Lombardo Paredes - CEO Mike Davies - CFO Conference Call Participants Carey MacRury - Canaccord Genuity Operator Welcome to the Gran Colombia Gold Q3 2021 Results Webcast. My name is John, and I will be your operator for today’s call. At this time, all participants are in listen-only mode. Later, we will conduct a question-and-answer session. [Operator Instructions] Please note the conference i ...
Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-08-13 15:35
Gran Colombia Gold Corp. (TPRFF) Q2 2021 Earnings Conference Call August 13, 2021 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Lombardo Paredes - CEO Mike Davies - CFO Conference Call Participants John Basler - Basler Capital Partners Siddharth Rajeev - Fundamental Research Corp. Operator Welcome to the Gran Colombia Gold Q2 2021 Results Webcast Conference Call. My name is John, and I will be your operator for today’s call. At this time, all participants are in listen-only mode. Later, we will conduct a question-and-ans ...
Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-05-14 17:06
Gran Colombia Gold Corp. (TPRFF) Q1 2021 Earnings Conference Call May 14, 2021 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Mike Davies - Chief Financial Officer Lombardo Paredes - Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Operator Good morning. And welcome to the Gran Colombia Gold Q1 2021 Results Webcast. My name is Cheryl and I will be your operator for today’s call. At this time, all participants are in listen-only mode. Later, we will conduct a question-and-answer session. [Operator Instructions] Please ...
Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-05-14 15:15
Financial Performance - Revenue reached $101.9 million in Q1 2021, slightly up from $101.0 million in Q1 2020[4] - Net income significantly increased to $118.3 million in Q1 2021, compared to $24.3 million in Q1 2020[4] - Adjusted EBITDA was $46.3 million in Q1 2021, a decrease from $50.4 million in Q1 2020[4] - Free cash flow decreased to $2.5 million in Q1 2021, compared to $18.2 million in Q1 2020[4] Production and Operations - Gold production was 51,486 ounces in Q1 2021, down from 56,247 ounces in Q1 2020[4] - The realized gold price increased to $1,812 per ounce in Q1 2021, compared to $1,570 per ounce in Q1 2020[4] - Cash cost increased to $862 per ounce in Q1 2021, compared to $667 per ounce in Q1 2020[4] - AISC increased to $1,164 per ounce in Q1 2021, compared to $890 per ounce in Q1 2020[4] - The company is on track to meet its 2021 annual production guidance of 200,000 to 220,000 ounces of gold[13] Capital Structure and Shareholder Returns - The company repurchased 1.5 million shares at an average price of CA$5.93 per share for a total cost of CA$9.1 million[6] - The company is paying a monthly dividend, returning over CA$900,000 of free cash flow to shareholders each month[8]
Aris Mining (ARMN) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-04-01 16:21
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gran Colombia reported a net loss of $51 million in Q4 2020, leading to a full-year net loss of $27.6 million, impacted by $4 million in financing costs and $52 million in non-cash fair value losses on derivatives [7][8] - Adjusted net earnings for 2020 increased by 25% to $76 million, or $1.28 per share, despite challenges from COVID-19 [8] - Revenue for Q4 2020 was $99.7 million, contributing to a record annual revenue of $391 million, up 20% from 2019 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total gold production in 2020 was 220,000 ounces, with 196,000 ounces from Segovia Operations and the remainder from Marmato, which was spun out to Caldas Gold [11][12] - Segovia's head grades averaged 14.5 grams per tonne in 2020, with production adversely impacted by COVID-19 in the early part of the year [12][13] - The small mining supply chain initiative in Segovia saw a 37% increase in gold production, with head grades rising from 6-8 grams per tonne to nearly 12 grams per tonne in Q4 [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The average realized gold price in 2020 was $1,751 per ounce, up from $1,381 per ounce in 2019, enhancing operating margins and cash flow [16] - Total cash costs at Segovia averaged $699 per ounce in 2020, up from $607 per ounce in 2019, influenced by increased payment rates to contract miners and higher production taxes [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding the Maria Dama plant to 2,000 tonnes per day and constructing a new concentrate recovery plant to enhance cash flow and reduce environmental impact [13][14] - Gran Colombia plans to conduct 60,000 meters of drilling in 2021, with a budget of approximately $14 million, aimed at resource and reserve expansion [23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the high-grade nature of Segovia's gold deposits and is excited about the upcoming drilling programs [22][23] - The company highlighted its commitment to ESG initiatives, with plans to publish its first sustainability report [28][29] Other Important Information - The company has implemented extensive COVID-19 protocols to protect its workforce and has contributed nearly $10 million to local community programs [5][6] - Gran Colombia has a 44.3% equity position in Aris Gold and a 27% equity position in Denarius Silver, indicating a strategic focus on building its equity portfolio [25][26] Q&A Session Summary - No questions were posed during the Q&A session, and the management encouraged follow-up inquiries via email [30][31]