Core Viewpoint - Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. has reported significant developments in its royalty portfolio, highlighting production milestones and project advancements from its partners, G Mining and Hudbay Minerals, among others [1][5]. Group 1: Tocantinzinho Project - Metalla holds a 0.75% Gross Value Return (GVR) royalty on G Mining's Tocantinzinho project in Brazil [1]. - G Mining produced 40 Koz of gold in Q4 2024, totaling 64 Koz for the year, with the plant achieving over 100% of nameplate capacity and recoveries of 89.2% [2]. - G Mining plans to ramp up production and confirm exploration plans for nearby targets in 2025 [2][3]. Group 2: Copper World Project - Metalla holds a 0.315% Net Smelter Return (NSR) royalty on Hudbay's Copper World project in Arizona, expected to produce 85 Kt of copper annually over a 20-year mine life [5]. - Hudbay received the final air quality permit for Copper World, allowing development to proceed, with a definitive feasibility study expected to be completed in H1 2026 [6][8]. - The project is anticipated to increase Hudbay's annual copper production by over 50% and contribute to the U.S. supply chain [8]. Group 3: Côté / Gosselin Project - Metalla holds a 1.35% NSR royalty on IAMGOLD's Gosselin project and the northern portion of the Côté mine in Canada [9]. - IAMGOLD plans to spend approximately $18.6 million on exploration in 2025, focusing on resource conversion and testing mineralization [10]. - The combined resource base of the Côté and Gosselin zones is over 16.5 million ounces of measured and indicated resources and 4.2 million ounces of inferred resources [10]. Group 4: La Guitarra Project - Metalla holds a 2.0% NSR royalty on Sierra Madre's La Guitarra project in Mexico [11]. - Sierra Madre announced full commercial production at La Guitarra effective January 1, 2025, with operations running at a capacity of 500 tonnes per day [11]. Group 5: Tower Mountain Project - Metalla holds a 2.0% NSR royalty on Thunder Gold's Tower Mountain project in Canada [13]. - Thunder Gold reported drill results with significant gold intercepts, including 1.93 g/t over 54.2 meters [13]. Group 6: Amalgamated Kirkland Project - Metalla holds a 0.45% NSR royalty on Agnico Eagle's Amalgamated Kirkland project [15]. - Processing of Amalgamated Kirkland ores has been rescheduled to begin in Q4 2025 [16]. Group 7: Convertible Loan Agreement - Beedie Capital will convert C$1.5 million of accrued interest into 412,088 common shares of Metalla at C$3.64 per share, increasing their equity position to approximately 10.3% [17]. - Metalla plans to make a payment of approximately C$2.0 million to reduce outstanding fees and interest to zero by January 31, 2025 [18].

Incident Overview - A Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train crashed into a vehicle at the Lowell Ave grade crossing in Central Islip around 4:20 a.m. [1] - The incident involved a westbound LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch train and occurred near Lowell and East Suffolk avenues [1] Driver Information - The driver of the vehicle, identified as Jonathan Hernandez-Lima, 27, from Central Islip, was arrested and hospitalized following the incident [2] - Charges against the driver include first-degree reckless endangerment, second-degree criminal mischief, leaving the scene with an injury, leaving the scene of property damage, and driving while intoxicated [2]

Core Viewpoint - Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. (MTA) has received a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) due to an upward trend in earnings estimates, indicating a positive outlook for the company's stock price [1][3]. Earnings Estimates and Stock Performance - The Zacks rating system emphasizes the importance of earnings estimate revisions, which are strongly correlated with near-term stock price movements [4][6]. - For Metalla Royalty & Streaming, the expected earnings for the fiscal year ending December 2024 are -$0.07 per share, reflecting a year-over-year change of 36.4% [8]. - Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased by 8.3%, indicating a positive trend in earnings expectations [8]. Zacks Rating System - The Zacks Rank stock-rating system classifies stocks into five groups based on earnings estimates, with Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) stocks historically generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [7]. - The upgrade of Metalla Royalty & Streaming to a Zacks Rank 2 places it in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential for market-beating returns in the near term [10][11].

Core Insights - Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. achieved significant milestones in Q3 2024, including receiving its first royalty payments from Tocantinzinho and La Guitarra, with expectations for continued production scaling into 2025 [2][3] Financial Performance - For Q3 2024, Metalla received or accrued payments on 648 attributable Gold Equivalent Ounces (GEOs) at an average realized price of $2,481 and an average cash cost of $9 per attributable GEO [3][49] - The company recognized revenue from royalty and stream interests of $1.6 million, with a net loss of $1.2 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $0.9 million for the same period [3][52] - For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, Metalla accrued payments on 1,673 attributable GEOs at an average realized price of $2,292 and an average cash cost of $11 per attributable GEO, resulting in total revenue of $3.8 million and a net loss of $4.4 million [3][49] Asset Updates - Tocantinzinho achieved commercial production with a mill operating at 76% of nameplate throughput, processing 304 kilotonnes of ore at a recovery rate of 88% [5][6] - Metalla accrued 67 GEOs from Tocantinzinho and holds a 0.75% GVR royalty on the project [6] - Wharf reported production of 33.7 Koz gold in Q3 2024, with Metalla accruing 268 GEOs from the mine, where it holds a 1.0% GVR royalty [7][8] - Aranzazu produced 24,486 GEOs in Q3 2024, with Metalla accruing 196 GEOs from the mine, holding a 1.0% NSR royalty [9][11] - La Guitarra achieved daily throughput rates averaging 350 tpd, generating over $2.4 million in revenue since mining commenced, with Metalla accruing 20 GEOs [14][15] Strategic Developments - The company adopted a minimum share ownership policy for directors and officers to align their financial interests with shareholders [4] - Metalla appointed Jason Cho as President, who made a C$1.0 million equity investment in the company [3] Future Outlook - Metalla anticipates production from Amalgamated Kirkland and Endeavor to begin in Q4 2024 and H1 2025, respectively, which is expected to accelerate the company's GEO growth trajectory [2]

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(All dollar amounts are in thousands of United States dollars unless otherwise indicated, except for shares, per ounce, and per share amounts) TSXV: MTA NYSE American: MTA VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. ("Metalla" or the "Company") (TSXV: MTA) (NYSE American: MTA) announces its operating and financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024. For complete details of the condensed interim consolidated financial statements and accompanying manageme ...

TSXV: MTA NYSE AMERICAN: MTA Mr. Cho commented, "I am enthusiastic to partner with Brett and the Metalla team at such a pivotal time as the Company advances its path towards building a leading royalty company and more fully realizes value within its existing portfolio of high quality assets." JASON CHO PRIVATE PLACEMENT Effective July 23, 2024, Metalla has granted, in accordance with the Company's share compensation plan, an aggregate of 250,000 restricted share units (each "RSU") and an aggregate of 150,00 ...

Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. Website: www.metallaroyalty.com This press release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. The forward-looking statements herein are made as of the date of this press release only and the Company does not intend to and does not assume any obligation to update or revise them except as required by applicable law. acquiring, investing in or devel ...

Core Viewpoint - Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. successfully held its annual general meeting, with shareholders approving all proposed matters, reflecting strong support for the company's governance and strategic direction [1][2]. Voting Results - A total of 43,568,399 shares were represented at the meeting, accounting for 47.62% of the company's issued and outstanding common shares [1]. - The election of directors received significant support, with Brett Heath receiving 94.86% approval, Lawrence Roulston 92.06%, Alexander Molyneux 94.38%, James Beeby 96.70%, and Amanda Johnston 96.55% [2]. - The appointment of auditors was approved with 99.10% of votes in favor [2]. - The Share Compensation Plan was approved with 93.06% of votes for and 6.94% against [2]. Company Overview - Metalla is focused on precious and base metals, particularly gold, silver, and copper royalties and streams, providing shareholders with leveraged exposure through a diversified portfolio [3]. - The company aims to establish itself as a leading player in the precious metals sector, supported by a strong asset base and an experienced management team [3].

[Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements](index=1&type=section&id=Condensed%20Interim%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the Company's financial position, performance, cash flows, and equity changes for the interim period ended September 30, 2023 [Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Financial Position](index=2&type=section&id=Condensed%20Interim%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Financial%20Position) The Company's financial position as of September 30, 2023, shows an increase in total assets and equity compared to December 31, 2022, primarily driven by an increase in royalty, stream, and other interests, while total liabilities decreased significantly due to a reduction in loans payable | Metric | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | **Total Assets** | $137,825 | $130,889 | | Current assets | $9,740 | $9,566 | | Non-current assets | $128,085 | $121,323 | | **Total Liabilities** | $7,528 | $12,328 | | Current liabilities | $2,185 | $6,536 | | Non-current liabilities | $5,343 | $5,792 | | **Total Equity** | $130,297 | $118,561 | | Share capital | $179,002 | $161,696 | | Deficit | $(61,499) | $(56,334) | [Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Loss and Comprehensive Loss](index=3&type=section&id=Condensed%20Interim%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Loss%20and%20Comprehensive%20Loss) For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company reported a reduced net loss compared to the prior year, driven by higher revenue from royalty interests and a significant gain on sales of mineral claims, despite increased general and administrative expenses and royalty interest impairment | Metric | Three months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Three months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------ | | Revenue from royalty interests | $1,359 | $656 | $3,299 | $1,785 | | Gross profit | $572 | $119 | $1,599 | $381 | | General and administrative expenses | $(992) | $(774) | $(3,094) | $(2,566) | | Royalty interest impairment | $(1,053) | $(1,620) | $(2,355) | $(1,620) | | Gain on sales of mineral claims | $- | $- | $5,093 | $- | | Net loss and comprehensive loss | $(2,127) | $(2,538) | $(3,970) | $(6,140) | | Earnings (loss) per share - basic and diluted | $(0.04) | $(0.06) | $(0.08) | $(0.14) | [Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=4&type=section&id=Condensed%20Interim%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company generated positive cash flow from operating activities, significantly increased cash used in investing activities due to royalty acquisitions, and maintained positive cash flow from financing activities, leading to an overall increase in cash and cash equivalents | Metric | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $1,283 | $145 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(2,241) | $(988) |\n| Net cash provided by financing activities | $2,539 | $2,061 |\n| Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $5,896 | $3,301 | - Acquisitions of royalty and stream interests significantly increased cash outflow from investing activities, rising from **$1,117 thousand** in 2022 to **$7,374 thousand** in 2023[7](index=7&type=chunk) - Proceeds from ATM (At-The-Market) offerings, net of share issue costs, increased from **$2,189 thousand** in 2022 to **$4,435 thousand** in 2023, contributing to financing activities[7](index=7&type=chunk) [Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Interim%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Equity) The Company's total equity increased significantly from December 31, 2022, to September 30, 2023, primarily due to substantial increases in share capital from ATM offerings, acquisitions of royalties, and conversion/extinguishment of loans payable, partially offset by a net loss for the period and dividends paid | Metric | As at September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | As at December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Number of shares outstanding | 52,839,527 | 49,467,877 | | Share capital | $179,002 | $161,696 | | Reserves | $12,794 | $13,199 | | Deficit | $(61,499) | $(56,334) | | Total equity | $130,297 | $118,561 | - During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company issued **944,396 Common Shares** through ATM offerings for net proceeds of **$4.4 million**, **1,406,182 Common Shares** for royalty acquisitions, and **545,702 Common Shares** for the conversion of a loan payable[8](index=8&type=chunk)[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Notes to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements](index=6&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Condensed%20Interim%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed explanations of the Company's accounting policies, financial instrument classifications, and significant transactions impacting the interim financial statements [1. Nature of Operations](index=6&type=section&id=1.%20NATURE%20OF%20OPERATIONS) Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. is a Canadian precious metals royalty and streaming company focused on acquiring and managing production-based interests. The Company has a cumulative deficit and has experienced multi-year operating losses, but management anticipates sufficient liquidity for the next twelve months through existing cash, operating cash flows, and credit facilities - Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. is a precious metals royalty and streaming company, acquiring and managing precious metal royalties, streams, and similar production-based interests[10](index=10&type=chunk) - As of September 30, 2023, the Company has incurred a cumulative deficit of **$61.5 million** and has experienced losses from operations for multiple years[11](index=11&type=chunk) - Management expects current cash balance, cash flows from operating activities, and available credit facilities to be sufficient to fund operations for the next twelve months[11](index=11&type=chunk) [2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies](index=6&type=section&id=2.%20SUMMARY%20OF%20SIGNIFICANT%20ACCOUNTING%20POLICIES) These condensed interim consolidated financial statements comply with IFRS (IAS 34) and are prepared on a historical cost basis, except for fair-valued financial instruments. Accounting policies are consistent with the prior annual statements, and recent amendments to IFRS standards had no material impact - Financial statements are prepared in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), specifically IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting[12](index=12&type=chunk) - Statements are prepared on a historical cost basis, with financial instruments measured at fair value, and accounting policies are consistent with the December 31, 2022 annual statements[13](index=13&type=chunk)[14](index=14&type=chunk) - Amendments to IAS 1, IFRS Practice Statement, and IAS 8 effective January 1, 2023, had no material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements[15](index=15&type=chunk) [3. Accounts Receivable](index=7&type=section&id=3.%20ACCOUNTS%20RECEIVABLE) Accounts receivable increased to $2,155 thousand as of September 30, 2023, from $1,506 thousand at December 31, 2022, primarily due to a rise in royalty, derivative royalty, and stream receivables. No receivables were past due, and no allowance for doubtful accounts was recorded | Category | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Royalty, derivative royalty, and stream receivables | $2,027 | $1,190 | | GST and other recoverable taxes | $103 | $302 | | Other receivables | $25 | $14 | | **Total accounts receivable** | **$2,155** | **$1,506** | - The Company had no past due royalty, derivative royalty, and stream receivables and a **$Nil** allowance for doubtful accounts as of September 30, 2023, and December 31, 2022[17](index=17&type=chunk) [4. Royalty, Stream, and Other Interests](index=7&type=section&id=4.%20ROYALTY%2C%20STREAM%2C%20AND%20OTHER%20INTERESTS) The Company's total royalty, stream, and other interests increased to $127,533 thousand as of September 30, 2023, from $120,728 thousand at December 31, 2022, driven by new acquisitions in 2023 and 2022, partially offset by depletion and impairment charges on certain assets | Category | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Producing assets | $7,769 | $9,467 | | Development assets | $106,927 | $98,452 | | Exploration assets | $12,837 | $12,809 | | **Total** | **$127,533** | **$120,728** | - Accumulated depletion and impairments totaled **$18,120 thousand** as of September 30, 2023[18](index=18&type=chunk) [4.a Acquisitions and Sales (Nine months ended September 30, 2023)](index=8&type=section&id=4.a%20Acquisitions%20and%20Sales%20(Nine%20months%20ended%20September%2030%2C%202023)) During the first nine months of 2023, Metalla completed several transactions, including the sale of mineral claims (Pine Valley and Conmee) while retaining NSR royalties, and the acquisition of new royalty portfolios (Lama and Alamos) through a combination of cash and common shares - Sold Pine Valley mineral claims for **$5.0 million cash**, retaining a **3.0% Net Smelter Return (NSR) royalty**, recognizing a **$5.0 million gain** on sale[20](index=20&type=chunk) - Sold Conmee mineral claims for **$0.1 million** in Thunder Gold Corp. common shares, retaining a **2.0% NSR royalty**, recognizing a **$0.1 million gain**[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Acquired Lama royalties (**2.5%-3.75% Gross Proceeds royalty** on gold and **0.25%-3.0% NSR royalty** on other metals) for **$6.5 million**, paid with **$2.5 million cash**, **$2.1 million** in Common Shares, and a **$1.9 million** acquisition payable[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Acquired Alamos portfolio (one silver stream and three NSR royalties) for **$4.2 million**, paid by issuing **939,355 Common Shares**[23](index=23&type=chunk) [4.b Acquisitions and Amendments (Twelve months ended December 31, 2022)](index=9&type=section&id=4.b%20Acquisitions%20and%20Amendments%20(Twelve%20months%20ended%20December%2031%2C%202022)) In 2022, Metalla amended its Beaufor royalty for $1.0 million cash to waive a production-based payment clause, acquired a 1.0% NSR royalty on the Lac Pelletier project for C$0.3 million cash, and acquired a portfolio of eight royalties from First Majestic Silver Corp. for $21.6 million in common shares - Amended Beaufor Mine royalty for **$1.0 million cash**, waiving a **100Koz gold production clause**[24](index=24&type=chunk) - Acquired a **1.0% NSR royalty** on the Lac Pelletier project for **C$0.3 million cash**[25](index=25&type=chunk) - Acquired a portfolio of eight royalties from First Majestic Silver Corp. for **$21.6 million**, paid by issuing **4,168,056 Common Shares**[26](index=26&type=chunk)[28](index=28&type=chunk) [4.c Impairment](index=9&type=section&id=4.c%20Impairment) The Company recorded impairment charges totaling $2.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, including a $1.1 million impairment on the Beaufor royalty due to Monarch Mining Corporation's financial distress and a $1.3 million impairment on the Del Carmen royalty following Barrick's termination of its exploration agreement - Recorded a **$1.1 million** impairment charge on the Beaufor royalty due to Monarch Mining Corporation's financial difficulties and notice of creditor's intent to exercise security rights[26](index=26&type=chunk) - Recorded a **$1.3 million** impairment charge on the Del Carmen royalty after Barrick terminated its agreement to explore and exploit the property, resulting in the royalty's termination[27](index=27&type=chunk)[28](index=28&type=chunk) [5. Derivative Royalty Asset](index=10&type=section&id=5.%20DERIVATIVE%20ROYALTY%20ASSET) The Higginsville Price Participation Royalty (PPR) is recognized as a derivative asset, valued at fair value through profit and loss. As of September 30, 2023, its fair value decreased to $0.6 million from $2.2 million at December 31, 2022, with mark-to-market gains of $0.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 - The Higginsville PPR is a derivative asset carried at fair value through profit and loss, based on gold price and AUD/USD exchange rate fluctuations[29](index=29&type=chunk)[30](index=30&type=chunk) | Metric | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Fair value of derivative royalty asset | $615 | $2,182 | | Mark-to-market gain (9 months) | $567 | $532 | | Payments received (9 months) | $(2,134) | $(2,384) | - Key valuation inputs at September 30, 2023, included **2,418 ounces of gold** remaining, a gold price estimate of **$1,871/oz**, and a U.S. dollar to Australian dollar exchange rate of **A$1.55 per $1.00**[33](index=33&type=chunk) [6. Investment in Silverback](index=11&type=section&id=6.%20INVESTMENT%20IN%20SILVERBACK) The Company holds a 15% equity interest in Silverback Ltd., which manages the New Luika Gold Mine (NLGM) silver stream. For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the investment balance decreased to $497 thousand due to distributions exceeding the share of net income - The Company holds a **15% interest** in Silverback Ltd., a privately held company whose sole business is the receipt and distribution of net earnings from the New Luika Gold Mine (NLGM) silver stream[34](index=34&type=chunk) | Metric | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Opening balance | $595 | $1,341 | | Income (loss) in Silverback | $63 | $(589) |\n| Distribution | $(161) | $(157) |\n| **Ending balance** | **$497** | **$595** | - Silverback's revenue from stream interest for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was **$1,171 thousand**, with net income of **$1,200 thousand**[35](index=35&type=chunk) [7. Trade and Other Payables](index=11&type=section&id=7.%20TRADE%20AND%20OTHER%20PAYABLES) Total trade and other payables increased to $1,507 thousand as of September 30, 2023, from $1,286 thousand at December 31, 2022, primarily due to a rise in taxes payable | Category | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Trade payables and accrued liabilities | $1,138 | $1,223 | | Taxes payable | $369 | $63 | | **Total trade and other payables** | **$1,507** | **$1,286** | [8. Loans Payable](index=12&type=section&id=8.%20LOANS%20PAYABLE) Total loans payable significantly decreased to $3,477 thousand as of September 30, 2023, from $10,585 thousand at December 31, 2022, primarily due to the conversion and extinguishment of portions of the Amended Loan Facility and a substantial principal repayment on the Castle Mountain Loan | Metric | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | Amended Loan Facility (Debt Portion) | $2,668 | $5,335 | | Amended Loan Facility (Derivative Portion) | $131 | $- | | Castle Mountain Loan | $678 | $5,250 | | **Total Loans Payable** | **$3,477** | **$10,585** | - The Company recognized a **$1.4 million loss** on extinguishment of loan payable due to the Second Amendment of the Amended Loan Facility, which was considered a substantial modification[45](index=45&type=chunk) - A fair value gain of **$0.3 million** was recorded on the derivative loan liability for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[48](index=48&type=chunk) [8.a Amended Loan Facility](index=12&type=section&id=8.a%20Amended%20Loan%20Facility) The Amended Loan Facility underwent significant changes, including an extension of maturity to May 2027, an increase in the facility to C$25.0 million, an interest rate increase to 10.0%, and amendments to conversion prices, leading to the conversion of C$4.0 million into 545,702 Common Shares. The conversion feature is accounted for as a derivative loan liability - The Second Amendment to the Loan Facility extended the maturity date to **May 9, 2027**, increased the facility by **C$5.0 million** to **C$25.0 million**, and raised the interest rate from **8.0% to 10.0%** per annum[45](index=45&type=chunk)[47](index=47&type=chunk) - **C$4.0 million** of the Third Drawdown was converted into **545,702 Common Shares** at a new conversion price of **C$7.33 per share**[47](index=47&type=chunk) - The conversion feature of the Amended Loan Facility is accounted for as a non-cash derivative loan liability at fair value through profit and loss, with an initial fair value of **$0.4 million**[46](index=46&type=chunk) [8.b Castle Mountain Loan](index=14&type=section&id=8.b%20Castle%20Mountain%20Loan) The Castle Mountain Loan's maturity date was extended to April 1, 2024, with the interest rate increasing to 12.0% per annum. A principal repayment of $4.3 million was made in July 2023, reducing the outstanding balance to $0.7 million - The Castle Mountain Loan's maturity date was extended from June 1, 2023, to **April 1, 2024**, and the interest rate increased to **12.0% per annum** from April 1, 2023[51](index=51&type=chunk) - A principal repayment of **$4.3 million** was made on July 7, 2023, reducing the outstanding principal and accrued interest to **$0.7 million** as of September 30, 2023[51](index=51&type=chunk) [9. Revenue](index=15&type=section&id=9.%20REVENUE) Total revenue from royalty interests significantly increased for both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to the prior year, primarily driven by higher contributions from El Realito and La Encantada royalties | Royalty Source | Three months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Three months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------ | | Wharf | $338 | $275 | $1,244 | $825 | | El Realito | $769 | $261 | $1,546 | $261 | | La Encantada | $192 | $- | $349 | $- | | Joaquin | $- | $80 | $- | $328 | | **Total royalty revenue** | **$1,299** | **$616** | **$3,139** | **$1,645** | | Other fixed royalty payments | $60 | $40 | $160 | $140 | | **Total revenue** | **$1,359** | **$656** | **$3,299** | **$1,785** | - El Realito royalty revenue saw a substantial increase, from **$261 thousand** in the nine months ended September 30, 2022, to **$1,546 thousand** in the same period of 2023[53](index=53&type=chunk) [10. General and Administrative Expenses](index=15&type=section&id=10.%20GENERAL%20AND%20ADMINISTRATIVE%20EXPENSES) General and administrative expenses increased for both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to the prior year, primarily due to higher compensation and benefits and professional fees | Category | Three months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Three months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------ | | Compensation and benefits | $466 | $379 | $1,296 | $1,178 | | Corporate administration | $341 | $293 | $897 | $841 | | Professional fees | $157 | $73 | $728 | $383 | | Listing and filing fees | $28 | $29 | $173 | $164 | | **Total G&A expenses** | **$992** | **$774** | **$3,094** | **$2,566** | [11. Income Taxes](index=15&type=section&id=11.%20INCOME%20TAXES) The Company recorded a total income tax expense of $27 thousand for the three months and $1,270 thousand for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, a significant increase from the prior year, primarily due to permanent differences and changes in unrecognized deferred tax assets | Metric | Three months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Three months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------ | | Loss before income taxes | $(2,100) | $(2,513) | $(2,700) | $(6,058) | | Income tax recovery based on Canadian rates | $(567) | $(679) | $(729) | $(1,636) | | Permanent differences | $143 | $156 | $1,326 | $626 | | Changes in unrecognized deferred tax assets | $572 | $432 | $1,166 | $993 | | **Total income tax expense** | **$27** | **$25** | **$1,270** | **$82** | [12. Share Capital](index=16&type=section&id=12.%20SHARE%20CAPITAL) The Company's issued share capital increased to 52,839,527 Common Shares as of September 30, 2023, from 49,467,877 at December 31, 2022, primarily through ATM offerings, share-based acquisitions, and loan conversions. Share-based payment expenses for stock options and RSUs were recorded for the period - As at September 30, 2023, the Company had **52,839,527 Common Shares** issued and outstanding, an increase from **49,467,877** at December 31, 2022[57](index=57&type=chunk) - During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company issued **944,396 Common Shares** through ATM offerings for net proceeds of **$4.4 million**, **1,406,182 Common Shares** for royalty acquisitions, and **545,702 Common Shares** for loan conversion[57](index=57&type=chunk) [12.b Stock Options](index=16&type=section&id=12.b%20Stock%20Options) The number of stock options outstanding decreased to 2,290,527 as of September 30, 2023, from 2,818,902 at December 31, 2022, due to exercises and forfeitures. Share-based payment expense for stock options was $0.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 | Metric | As at September 30, 2023 | As at December 31, 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------- | :---------------------- | | Number outstanding | 2,290,527 | 2,818,902 | | Weighted average exercise price (C$) | $8.23 | $7.26 | - For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded **$0.7 million** in share-based payments expense related to stock options[60](index=60&type=chunk) - The weighted average remaining life of outstanding stock options was **2.15 years** as of September 30, 2023[60](index=60&type=chunk) [12.c Restricted Share Units](index=17&type=section&id=12.c%20Restricted%20Share%20Units) The number of Restricted Share Units (RSUs) outstanding decreased to 553,850 as of September 30, 2023, from 721,554 at December 31, 2022, due to settlements and forfeitures. Share-based payment expense for RSUs was $1.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 | Metric | As at September 30, 2023 | As at December 31, 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------- | :---------------------- | | Number outstanding | 553,850 | 721,554 | - For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded **$1.3 million** in share-based payments expense related to RSUs[61](index=61&type=chunk) [13. Related Party Transactions and Balances](index=18&type=section&id=13.%20RELATED%20PARTY%20TRANSACTIONS%20AND%20BALANCES) Total compensation for key management personnel, including salaries, fees, and share-based payments, decreased slightly to $2,276 thousand for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to $2,401 thousand in the prior year | Category | Three months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Three months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | Nine months ended Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------ | | Salaries and fees | $342 | $247 | $874 | $753 | | Share-based payments | $357 | $412 | $1,402 | $1,648 | | **Total** | **$699** | **$659** | **$2,276** | **$2,401** | - As of September 30, 2023, there were no amounts due to directors and management related to remuneration and expense reimbursements, down from **$0.3 million** at December 31, 2022[62](index=62&type=chunk) [14. Supplemental Disclosure with Respect to Cash Flows](index=18&type=section&id=14.%20SUPPLEMENTAL%20DISCLOSURE%20WITH%20RESPECT%20TO%20CASH%20FLOWS) Significant non-cash investing and financing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, included the issuance of Common Shares for loan conversions and royalty acquisitions, as well as reallocations from reserves for settled RSUs and exercised stock options - Issued **545,702 Common Shares**, valued at **$3.3 million**, for the conversion of a portion of the Third Drawdown of the Amended Loan Facility[63](index=63&type=chunk) - Issued **466,827 Common Shares**, valued at **$2.1 million**, for the acquisition of the Lama royalties[63](index=63&type=chunk) - Issued **939,355 Common Shares**, valued at **$4.2 million**, for the acquisition of the Alamos royalty portfolio[63](index=63&type=chunk) - Reallocated **$1.3 million** from reserves for **137,704 settled RSUs** and **$0.6 million** from reserves for **478,375 exercised stock options**[63](index=63&type=chunk) [15. Financial Instruments](index=19&type=section&id=15.%20FINANCIAL%20INSTRUMENTS) The Company classifies its financial instruments into amortized cost and fair value through profit or loss categories. Total financial assets increased to $8,774 thousand, while total financial liabilities decreased to $6,962 thousand as of September 30, 2023. The Company manages capital, credit, liquidity, and currency risks, with no significant changes in credit risk from the prior year | Category | September 30, 2023 (in thousands USD) | December 31, 2022 (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------ | | **Total financial assets** | **$8,774** | **$8,273** | | Amortized cost assets | $8,051 | $6,061 | | Fair value through profit or loss assets | $723 | $2,212 | | **Total financial liabilities** | **$6,962** | **$11,871** | | Amortized cost liabilities | $6,831 | $11,871 | | Fair value through profit or loss liabilities | $131 | $- | [15.a Fair Value Hierarchy](index=19&type=section&id=15.a%20Fair%20Value%20Hierarchy) Financial instruments are classified using a fair value hierarchy (Level 1, 2, or 3). Cash, accounts receivables, and trade payables are carried at amortized cost, approximating fair value. Marketable securities are Level 1. The derivative royalty asset and derivative loan liability are classified as Level 3 due to the use of unobservable inputs in their valuation models - Cash, accounts receivables, and trade and other payables are carried at amortized cost, approximating their fair value due to their short-term nature[66](index=66&type=chunk) - Marketable securities are classified within **Level 1** of the fair value hierarchy[66](index=66&type=chunk) - The derivative royalty asset and derivative loan liability are classified within **Level 3** of the fair value hierarchy, as their valuations use unobservable inputs (e.g., gold forward price curve, exchange rates, discount rates, Black-Scholes model inputs)[66](index=66&type=chunk)[67](index=67&type=chunk) [15.b Risk Management](index=20&type=section&id=15.b%20Risk%20Management) The Company manages capital risk to maximize shareholder returns and maintain financial flexibility, believing current capital resources are sufficient for the next twelve months. Credit risk is considered low, with no significant concentration. Liquidity is maintained through anticipated cash flows and cash holdings. Currency risk exists due to operations in multiple countries, but the Company does not hedge this exposure - The Company's capital management objective is to maximize shareholder returns and maintain financial flexibility, with current capital resources deemed sufficient for the next twelve months[68](index=68&type=chunk) - Credit risk is not considered significant, with cash deposits primarily held with a Canadian chartered bank and no significant concentration of credit risk[69](index=69&type=chunk) - The Company is exposed to currency risk from operations in Canada, Australia, Argentina, Mexico, and the United States, but does not hedge this exposure[71](index=71&type=chunk) [16. Commitments](index=21&type=section&id=16.%20COMMITMENTS) As of September 30, 2023, the Company had total contractual obligations of $9,731 thousand, including trade and other payables, loans payable principal and interest, and payments related to royalty and stream acquisitions, with a significant portion due in over 3 years | Category | Less than 1 year (in thousands USD) | 1 to 3 years (in thousands USD) | Over 3 years (in thousands USD) | Total (in thousands USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----------------------- | | Trade and other payables | $1,507 | $- | $- | $1,507 | | Loans payable principal and interest payments | $540 | $1,077 | $3,389 | $5,006 | | Payments related to acquisition of royalties and streams | $718 | $2,500 | $- | $3,218 | | **Total commitments** | **$2,765** | **$3,577** | **$3,389** | **$9,731** | - Additional commitments related to royalty and stream acquisitions may arise in the future, subject to certain triggers or milestone conditions not yet met as of September 30, 2023[73](index=73&type=chunk) [17. Events After Reporting Date](index=21&type=section&id=17.%20EVENTS%20AFTER%20REPORTING%20DATE) Subsequent to September 30, 2023, Metalla announced an arrangement to acquire Nova Royalty Corp. and a strategic partnership with Beedie. This partnership includes a C$15.0 million equity placement, an increase in the Amended Loan Facility to C$50.0 million, and refinancing of Nova's convertible loan - Metalla entered into an arrangement agreement to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of Nova Royalty Corp. (the "Nova Transaction"), with Nova shareholders receiving **0.36 of a Metalla Common Share** per Nova common share[74](index=74&type=chunk) - A strategic partnership with Beedie was announced, contingent on the Nova Transaction closing, which includes a **C$15.0 million equity placement** into Metalla at **C$5.29 per share**[74](index=74&type=chunk) - The strategic partnership also involves amending the Amended Loan Facility from **C$25.0 million to C$50.0 million**, amending the conversion price of the **C$4.2 million** outstanding to **C$6.00 per share**, and refinancing Nova's convertible loan facility[74](index=74&type=chunk)