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SSR Mining, Inc. (NASDAQ:SSRM) Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call May 8, 2024 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Alex Hunchak - Director, Corporate Development & IR Rodney Antal - Executive Chairman Bill MacNevin - Executive Vice President of Operations & Sustainability Eddie Farid - Chief Strategy Officer Conference Call Participants Ovais Habib - Scotiabank Mike Parkin - National Bank Financial Carey MacRury - Canaccord Genuity Operator Hello everyone and welcome to SSR Mining's First Quarter 2024 Financial Re ...

News Release May 8, 2024 SSR MINING REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2024 RESULTS DENVER - SSR Mining Inc. (NASDAQ/TSX: SSRM, ASX: SSR) ("SSR Mining" or the "Company") reports consolidated financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024, as well as an update on the February 13, 2024 incident at the Çöpler mine (the "Çöpler Incident"). Çöpler Update Our primary focus at Çöpler continues to be the return of our missing colleagues to their families. Following the recovery of four of our missing colleagues, r ...

[PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=5&type=section&id=PART%20I%20-%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS](index=4&type=section&id=FORWARD-LOOKING%20STATEMENTS) This section cautions that forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, advising readers not to place undue reliance on them - Forward-looking statements are identified by words such as "may," "will," "could," "should," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "intend," "estimate," "projects," "predict," "potential," "continue" and similar expressions[10](index=10&type=chunk) - Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in the Company's forward-looking statements[10](index=10&type=chunk) - Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements due to inherent uncertainties[10](index=10&type=chunk) [ÇÖPLER INCIDENT AND FIRST QUARTER 2024 SUMMARY](index=5&type=section&id=%C3%87%C3%96PLER%20INCIDENT%20AND%20FIRST%20QUARTER%202024%20SUMMARY) Çöpler mine operations suspended due to a heap leach pad slip, leading to significant remediation costs and a Q1 2024 net loss - Operations at Çöpler were suspended on February 13, 2024, due to a significant slip on the heap leach pad[16](index=16&type=chunk) - The remediation plan, to be submitted in Q2 2024, includes constructing a permanent storage facility for 18 to 20 million tonnes of displaced material[18](index=18&type=chunk) - The remediation work is expected to cost between **$250.0 million to $300.0 million** (100% basis), in addition to approximately **$25.0 million** incurred to-date, and will be implemented over 24 to 36 months[18](index=18&type=chunk) - The heap leach pad will be permanently closed, and the company cannot estimate when operations will resume at Çöpler[19](index=19&type=chunk) Q1 2024 Financial and Operating Summary (in millions USD) | Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | | Attributable Net Loss | $(287.1) | $29.8 | | Adjusted Attributable Net Income | $22.5 | $21.3 | | Diluted EPS | $(1.42) | $0.14 | | Operating Cash Flow | $24.6 | $3.0 | | Free Cash Flow | $(9.4) | $(56.3) | | Gold Equivalent Production (ounces) | 101,873 | 146,894 | | Cash & Cash Equivalents (as of March 31, 2024) | $467.0 | $561.8 | | Available Borrowings | $399.1 | N/A | [ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA](index=7&type=section&id=ITEM%201.%20FINANCIAL%20STATEMENTS%20AND%20SUPPLEMENTARY%20DATA) This section presents unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes, detailing the Çöpler Incident's financial impact [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (unaudited)](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20(unaudited)) Operations statements show a shift from net income to a substantial net loss in Q1 2024, driven by Çöpler Incident costs Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023, in thousands) | Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Revenue | $230,234 | $314,614 | (26.8)% | | Cost of sales | $125,901 | $199,297 | (36.8)% | | Reclamation and remediation costs | $275,318 | $2,173 | 12,569.9% | | Impairment charges | $114,230 | $— | 100.0% | | Operating income (loss) | $(376,424) | $36,985 | (1,117.8)% | | Net income (loss) attributable to SSR Mining shareholders | $(287,082) | $29,813 | (1,062.9)% | | Basic Net income (loss) per share | $(1.42) | $0.14 | (1,114.3)% | | Diluted Net income (loss) per share | $(1.42) | $0.14 | (1,114.3)% | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited)](index=9&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows%20(unaudited)) Cash flow statements show a net decrease in cash for Q1 2024, primarily from investing and financing activities Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023, in thousands) | Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $24,631 | $2,967 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(36,778) | $(51,881) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(10,820) | $(38,189) | | Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash | $(25,382) | $(93,294) | | Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash end of period | $467,112 | $595,812 | [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)](index=11&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets%20(unaudited)) Balance sheets show decreased assets and equity, with increased liabilities due to reclamation and remediation costs Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (March 31, 2024 vs December 31, 2023, in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :-------------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Total current assets | $1,081,870 | $1,196,476 | | Total assets | $5,251,782 | $5,385,773 | | Total current liabilities | $352,768 | $170,573 | | Reclamation and remediation liabilities (current) | $185,797 | $3,364 | | Total liabilities | $1,312,954 | $1,081,570 | | Total equity | $3,938,828 | $4,304,203 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity (unaudited)](index=13&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Equity%20(unaudited)) Equity statements show a decrease in total equity due to net loss and share repurchases, partially offset by compensation Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity (March 31, 2024 vs December 31, 2023, in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :-------------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Balance as of December 31, 2023 (start of period) | $3,373,080 | $3,579,737 | | Repurchase of common shares | $(9,825) | $(5,197) | | Equity-settled stock-based compensation | $2,612 | $2,037 | | Net income (loss) | $(287,082) | $29,813 | | Balance as of March 31, 2024 (end of period) | $3,078,785 | $3,592,158 | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)](index=15&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20(unaudited)) Notes detail accounting policies, Çöpler Incident financial impacts, segment performance, revenue, tax, and fair value measurements - SSR Mining operates four producing assets in the United States, Türkiye, Canada, and Argentina, producing gold doré, copper, silver, lead, and zinc concentrates[41](index=41&type=chunk) - The company accrued approximately **$250.0 million** for estimated future reclamation and remediation costs related to the Çöpler Incident[55](index=55&type=chunk) - Non-cash impairment charges of **$76.0 million** for leach pad inventory and **$38.2 million** for mineral properties, plant and equipment were recorded due to the Çöpler Incident[58](index=58&type=chunk) Revenue by Product (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023, in thousands) | Product | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | | :---------------- | :------- | :------- | | Gold doré sales | $183,990 | $239,861 | | Concentrate sales | $48,372 | $66,348 | | Other | $(2,128) | $8,405 | | **Total** | **$230,234** | **$314,614** | - The consolidated effective income tax rate was **5.4%** for Q1 2024, down from **8.8%** in Q1 2023, primarily due to foreign currency fluctuations and a decline in operating income[72](index=72&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2024, there were no unrecognized tax benefits, inclusive of interest and penalties, due to Türkiye's Tax Amnesty legislation in 2023[76](index=76&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2024, the company had **$399.1 million** of borrowing capacity available under its revolving credit facility with no outstanding borrowings[107](index=107&type=chunk) - The company repurchased **1,117,100 common shares** for **$9.8 million** in Q1 2024 prior to the Çöpler Incident, then terminated its automatic share purchase plan effective March 1, 2024[110](index=110&type=chunk)[108](index=108&type=chunk) [ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS](index=32&type=section&id=ITEM%202.%20MANAGEMENT'S%20DISCUSSION%20AND%20ANALYSIS%20OF%20FINANCIAL%20CONDITION%20AND%20RESULTS%20OF%20OPERATIONS) Management discusses Q1 2024 financial condition and operations, highlighting the Çöpler Incident's impact on performance and liquidity [Business Overview](index=32&type=section&id=Business%20Overview) SSR Mining operates four precious metals properties in the US, Türkiye, Canada, and Argentina, producing various concentrates - SSR Mining operates four producing properties located in the United States, Türkiye, Canada, and Argentina[120](index=120&type=chunk) - The company is primarily engaged in the operation, acquisition, exploration, and development of precious metal resource properties[120](index=120&type=chunk) - Products include gold doré as well as copper, silver, lead, and zinc concentrates[120](index=120&type=chunk) [Consolidated Results of Operations](index=32&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Results%20of%20Operations) Q1 2024 consolidated results show a substantial net loss due to the Çöpler Incident, with increased costs and decreased production Consolidated Financial Results (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023, in thousands) | Financial Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Revenue | $230,234 | $314,614 | (26.8)% | | Cost of sales | $125,901 | $199,297 | (36.8)% | | Reclamation and remediation costs | $275,318 | $2,173 | 12,569.9% | | Impairment charges | $114,230 | $— | 100.0% | | Operating income (loss) | $(376,424) | $36,985 | (1,117.8)% | | Net income (loss) attributable to SSR Mining shareholders | $(287,082) | $29,813 | (1,062.9)% | | Basic net income (loss) per share | $(1.42) | $0.14 | (1,114.3)% | | Adjusted attributable net income (loss) | $22,510 | $21,274 | 5.8% | | Adjusted basic attributable net income (loss) per share | $0.11 | $0.10 | 10.0% | Consolidated Operating Results (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023) | Operating Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Gold produced (oz) | 80,280 | 122,821 | (34.6)% | | Gold sold (oz) | 89,279 | 126,111 | (29.2)% | | Silver produced ('000 oz) | 1,915 | 2,015 | (5.0)% | | Silver sold ('000 oz) | 1,659 | 2,382 | (30.4)% | | Gold equivalent produced (oz) | 101,873 | 146,894 | (30.6)% | | Gold equivalent sold (oz) | 107,983 | 154,557 | (30.1)% | | Average realized gold price ($/oz sold) | $2,061 | $1,902 | 8.4% | | Average realized silver price ($/oz sold) | $22.18 | $23.38 | (5.1)% | | AISC per gold equivalent ounce sold | $1,569 | $1,693 | (7.3)% | - Revenue decreased by **$84.4 million (26.8%)** primarily due to **29.2% fewer gold ounces sold**, partially offset by an **8.4% higher average realized gold price**[126](index=126&type=chunk) - Cost of sales decreased by **$73.4 million (36.8%)** mainly due to **29.2% fewer gold ounces sold**, primarily related to the suspension of operations at Çöpler[127](index=127&type=chunk) - Reclamation and remediation costs increased by **$273.1 million** due to **$22.5 million** of remediation costs incurred and approximately **$250.0 million** in accrued liabilities related to the Çöpler Incident[131](index=131&type=chunk) - Impairment charges of **$114.2 million** were recorded due to non-cash impairment of heap leach pad inventory and related facilities at Çöpler[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=36&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) This section details the Q1 2024 operational and financial performance of each mine, highlighting the Çöpler Incident's impact [Çöpler, Türkiye](index=36&type=section&id=%C3%87%C3%B6pler%2C%20T%C3%BCrkiye) Çöpler operations suspended due to the incident, resulting in decreased gold production and sales, and increased AISC Çöpler Operating Data (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023) | Operating Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Gold produced (oz) | 21,827 | 55,074 | (60.4)% | | Gold sold (oz) | 23,960 | 58,014 | (58.7)% | | Average realized gold price ($/oz sold) | $2,013 | $1,890 | 6.5% | | Cost of sales ($/oz gold sold) | $1,019 | $1,287 | (20.8)% | | AISC ($/oz gold sold) | $1,573 | $1,420 | 10.8% | - Operations at Çöpler were suspended on February 13, 2024, following the Çöpler Incident[140](index=140&type=chunk)[142](index=142&type=chunk) - Care and maintenance expense of **$14.4 million** was recorded during the suspension, comprising **$7.7 million** in direct costs and **$6.7 million** in depreciation[132](index=132&type=chunk)[142](index=142&type=chunk) [Marigold, USA](index=37&type=section&id=Marigold%2C%20USA) Marigold saw decreased gold production and sales due to lower-grade ore, increasing costs, but AISC decreased from lower capital spending Marigold Operating Data (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023) | Operating Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Gold produced (oz) | 34,680 | 51,979 | (33.3)% | | Gold sold (oz) | 36,869 | 51,297 | (28.1)% | | Average realized gold price ($/oz sold) | $2,074 | $1,913 | 8.4% | | Gold grade stacked (g/t) | 0.13 | 0.42 | (68.3)% | | Cost of sales ($/oz gold sold) | $1,331 | $1,063 | 25.2% | | Cash costs ($/oz gold sold) | $1,333 | $1,066 | 25.0% | | AISC ($/oz gold sold) | $1,430 | $1,663 | (14.0)% | - Gold production decreased **33.3%** due to lower grade ore stacked[145](index=145&type=chunk) - Cost of sales per ounce of gold sold and cash costs per ounce of gold sold increased **25.2%** and **25.0%**, respectively, due to lower grade ore stacked and a higher strip ratio[145](index=145&type=chunk) - AISC per ounce of gold sold decreased **14.0%** as a result of lower sustaining capital expenditures[145](index=145&type=chunk) [Seabee, Canada](index=38&type=section&id=Seabee%2C%20Canada) Seabee showed strong Q1 2024 performance with increased gold production and sales from higher mill feed grade, reducing costs Seabee Operating Data (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023) | Operating Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Gold produced (oz) | 23,773 | 15,768 | 50.8% | | Gold sold (oz) | 28,450 | 16,800 | 69.3% | | Average realized gold price ($/oz sold) | $2,070 | $1,910 | 8.4% | | Gold mill feed grade (g/t) | 6.51 | 4.60 | 41.6% | | Cost of sales ($/oz gold sold) | $859 | $1,385 | (38.0)% | | Cash costs ($/oz gold sold) | $859 | $1,386 | (38.0)% | | AISC ($/oz gold sold) | $1,416 | $2,207 | (35.8)% | - Gold production increased **50.8%** due to higher mill feed grade[147](index=147&type=chunk) - Revenue increased by **$27.0 million (84.2%)** due to more gold ounces sold and a higher average realized gold price[147](index=147&type=chunk) - Cost of sales per ounce of gold sold, cash costs per ounce of gold sold, and AISC per ounce of gold sold decreased significantly (**38.0%**, **38.0%**, and **35.8%** respectively) due to higher grade ore milled[147](index=147&type=chunk) [Puna, Argentina](index=39&type=section&id=Puna%2C%20Argentina) Puna saw decreased silver production and sales due to lower-grade ore and delays, but reduced costs from lower fuel and duties Puna Operating Data (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023) | Operating Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------------- | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Silver produced ('000 oz) | 1,915 | 2,015 | (5.0)% | | Silver sold ('000 oz) | 1,659 | 2,382 | (30.4)% | | Lead produced ('000 lb) | 9,998 | 11,361 | (12.0)% | | Zinc produced ('000 lb) | 1,217 | 2,480 | (50.9)% | | Average realized silver price ($/oz) | $22.18 | $23.38 | (5.1)% | | Silver mill feed grade (g/t) | 148.51 | 157.35 | (5.6)% | | Cost of sales ($/oz silver sold) | $16.87 | $19.67 | (14.3)% | | Cash costs ($/oz silver sold) | $12.29 | $14.41 | (14.7)% | | AISC ($/oz silver sold) | $15.61 | $16.40 | (4.8)% | - Silver production decreased **5.0%** due to lower grade ore milled[150](index=150&type=chunk) - Silver sold decreased **30.4%** due to the timing of sales attributable to transportation delays[150](index=150&type=chunk) - Cost of sales decreased by **$18.9 million (40.3%)** due to lower fuel costs, freight charges, and export duties[150](index=150&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=41&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintains strong liquidity with cash and credit, sufficient for operations and Çöpler remediation, despite suspended dividends - As of March 31, 2024, the company had **$467.0 million** of cash and cash equivalents[155](index=155&type=chunk) - The company had **$399.1 million** of borrowing capacity available under its revolving credit facility and no outstanding borrowings as of March 31, 2024[24](index=24&type=chunk)[107](index=107&type=chunk) - The Board of Directors has suspended dividends following the Çöpler Incident, with no estimated resumption date[160](index=160&type=chunk) - The company terminated its automatic share purchase plan effective March 1, 2024, following the Çöpler Incident, and does not know when share repurchases may resume[162](index=162&type=chunk) Cash Flow Activity (Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023, in thousands) | Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | | :-------------------------------------- | :--------- | :--------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $24,631 | $2,967 | | Cash used in investing activities | $(36,778) | $(51,881) | | Cash used in financing activities | $(10,820) | $(38,189) | | Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $(25,382) | $(93,294) | - Cash provided by operating activities increased mainly due to a favorable working capital change and an **8.4% higher average realized gold price** in 2024, offset by a **29.2% decrease in gold ounces sold**[165](index=165&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=44&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) This section defines and reconciles non-GAAP financial measures used to evaluate operating performance, not as GAAP substitutes - Cash Costs and All-In Sustaining Costs (AISC) per payable ounce are non-U.S. GAAP metrics developed by the World Gold Council to provide transparency and a standard for comparison across the industry[171](index=171&type=chunk) - Adjusted attributable net income (loss) and adjusted attributable net income (loss) per share are used to measure the Company's underlying operating performance, excluding the after-tax impact of specific significant, non-recurring items[182](index=182&type=chunk) - EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are indicators of the Company's ability to generate liquidity, with Adjusted EBITDA excluding the impact of specific significant, non-recurring items like impairment charges[185](index=185&type=chunk)[186](index=186&type=chunk) - Free cash flow is calculated by deducting cash capital spending from cash generated by operating activities, used to evaluate cash flow after capital investments[189](index=189&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Estimates](index=49&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Estimates) This section refers to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for critical accounting estimates, noting no material changes - No material changes in the Company's critical accounting estimates since December 31, 2023; refer to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for detailed information[191](index=191&type=chunk) [New Accounting Pronouncements](index=49&type=section&id=New%20Accounting%20Pronouncements) This section refers to Note 2 for new accounting pronouncements, including SEC and FASB rules on disclosures - Refer to Note 2 of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of recently issued accounting pronouncements[192](index=192&type=chunk) - Recently issued pronouncements include SEC's Final Rule 33-11275 on climate-related disclosures (effective FY2025, currently stayed) and FASB's ASU 2023-09 on income tax disclosures (effective FY2025) and ASU 2023-07 on segment reporting disclosures (effective FY2024)[47](index=47&type=chunk)[48](index=48&type=chunk)[49](index=49&type=chunk) [ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK](index=50&type=section&id=ITEM%203.%20QUANTITATIVE%20AND%20QUALITATIVE%20DISCLOSURES%20ABOUT%20MARKET%20RISK) No material changes in market risks occurred in Q1 2024; refer to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for more information - No material changes in market risks occurred during the three-month period ended March 31, 2024[194](index=194&type=chunk) - For additional information on market risks, refer to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023[194](index=194&type=chunk) [ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES](index=50&type=section&id=ITEM%204.%20CONTROLS%20AND%20PROCEDURES) Disclosure controls were effective as of March 31, 2024, with internal control modifications due to a new ERP system - Management concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2024[195](index=195&type=chunk) - A new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, SAP, was implemented as of January 1, 2024, resulting in modifications to certain internal controls over financial reporting[196](index=196&type=chunk) - Other than the ERP system implementation, there were no other material changes in the Company's internal control over financial reporting during Q1 2024[196](index=196&type=chunk) [PART II - OTHER INFORMATION](index=50&type=section&id=PART%20II%20-%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS](index=50&type=section&id=ITEM%201.%20LEGAL%20PROCEEDINGS) Following the Çöpler Incident, the company faces six securities class actions alleging misrepresentations, with no liability recorded - Six putative securities class actions (two in the US, four in Canada) have been filed against the company and its management following the Çöpler Incident[199](index=199&type=chunk)[200](index=200&type=chunk) - The lawsuits allege violations of securities laws and misrepresentations concerning the adequacy of the company's internal controls related to safety practices and operational integrity at the Çöpler mining facility[199](index=199&type=chunk)[200](index=200&type=chunk) - No liability has been recorded for these lawsuits as of March 31, 2024, because the company believes any such liability is not probable and reasonably estimable at this time[117](index=117&type=chunk)[201](index=201&type=chunk) [ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS](index=51&type=section&id=ITEM%201A.%20RISK%20FACTORS) This section directs readers to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for risk factors, noting potential impact from unknown risks - Readers should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, Item IA, "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023[202](index=202&type=chunk) - Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known or deemed immaterial may also materially adversely affect the business, financial condition, cash flows, and/or future results[202](index=202&type=chunk) [ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS](index=51&type=section&id=ITEM%202.%20UNREGISTERED%20SALES%20OF%20EQUITY%20SECURITIES%20AND%20USE%20OF%20PROCEEDS) The company terminated its share repurchase plan (NCIB) effective March 1, 2024, following the Çöpler Incident, with no resumption timeline - The 2023 Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB) authorized the repurchase of up to **10,200,000 common shares** by June 19, 2024[203](index=203&type=chunk) - Following the Çöpler Incident, the company terminated its automatic share purchase plan effective March 1, 2024, and ceased all share repurchases under the 2023 NCIB[204](index=204&type=chunk) - The company does not know at this time when it may resume share repurchases[204](index=204&type=chunk) Common Shares Purchased (Q1 2024) | Period | Total Number of Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid Per Share | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :--------------------------- | | January 1 - January 31 | 553,300 | $10.16 | | February 1 - February 29 | 563,800 | $7.04 | | March 1 - March 31 | - | - | [ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES](index=51&type=section&id=ITEM%203.%20DEFAULTS%20UPON%20SENIOR%20SECURITIES) The company reported no defaults on senior securities during the reporting period - There were no defaults upon senior securities during the reporting period[207](index=207&type=chunk) [ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES](index=51&type=section&id=ITEM%204.%20MINE%20SAFETY%20DISCLOSURES) Mine safety information is included in Exhibit 95 of this report, as mandated by relevant regulations - Mine safety information required by Section 1503(a) of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and Item 104 of Regulation S-K is included in Exhibit 95 to this Quarterly Report[208](index=208&type=chunk) [ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION](index=52&type=section&id=ITEM%205.%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) Several directors and officers terminated their Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements in early 2024 following the Çöpler Incident - Rod Antal, Executive Chairman, terminated his Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement on March 18, 2024, following the Çöpler Incident[210](index=210&type=chunk) - Michael Sparks, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal and Administrative Officer, terminated his Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement on February 20, 2024, following the Çöpler Incident[211](index=211&type=chunk) - F. Edward Farid, Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Development Officer, terminated his Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement on February 20, 2024, following the Çöpler Incident[212](index=212&type=chunk) [ITEM 6. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES](index=53&type=section&id=ITEM%206.%20EXHIBITS%2C%20FINANCIAL%20STATEMENT%20SCHEDULES) This section lists exhibits filed with Form 10-Q, including agreements, certifications, and XBRL data files - The exhibits include separation agreements, employment agreement amendments, CEO/CFO certifications, mine safety information, and XBRL instance, schema, calculation, definition, labels, and presentation files[214](index=214&type=chunk) [SIGNATURES](index=54&type=section&id=SIGNATURES) The report was signed on May 8, 2024, by the Executive Vice President, CFO, and Vice President, Controller - The report was signed on May 8, 2024[216](index=216&type=chunk) - Signatories include Michael J. Sparks, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Russell Farnsworth, Vice President, Controller[216](index=216&type=chunk)

SSR Mining, Inc. (NASDAQ:SSRM) Q4 2023 Earnings Conference Call February 27, 2024 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Alex Hunchak - Director, Corporate Development & IR Rodney Antal - Executive Chairman Conference Call Participants Don DeMarco - National Bank Financial Operator Hello, everyone, and welcome to SSR Mining's Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results Conference Call. This call is being recorded. At this time, for opening remarks and introductions, I would like to turn the call over to Al ...

[Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results Overview](index=1&type=section&id=Fourth%20Quarter%20and%20Full-Year%202023%20Results%20Overview) [The Çöpler Incident and its Immediate Impact](index=1&type=section&id=The%20%C3%87%C3%B6pler%20Incident%20and%20its%20Immediate%20Impact) The Çöpler mine incident on February 13, 2024, suspended operations, retracted guidance, and halted capital returns, with the company assessing its full business impact - Operations at the Çöpler mine were suspended on February 13, 2024, following a significant slip on the heap leach pad, with **nine individuals unaccounted for**[1](index=1&type=chunk)[2](index=2&type=chunk) - As a direct result of the incident, the company has retracted its 2024 and long-term guidance for its Türkiye operations[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The quarterly dividend payments and the automatic share purchase plan (ASPP) have been suspended to preserve liquidity[4](index=4&type=chunk) - Despite the incident, the company does not anticipate near-term liquidity concerns, citing a year-end 2023 cash balance of nearly **$500 million** and ongoing cash flow from its other operations[4](index=4&type=chunk) [Consolidated Financial Performance](index=2&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Financial%20Performance) Full-year 2023 revenue reached $1.43 billion, with a $98.0 million net loss due to a Çöpler impairment, while adjusted net income and operating cash flow showed substantial growth Full-Year Financial Performance (2023 vs. 2022) | Financial Metric | 2023 (in thousands USD) | 2022 (in thousands USD) | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | $1,426,927 | $1,148,033 | +24.3% | | Operating income (loss) | $(130,244) | $190,268 | N/A | | Attributable net income (loss) | $(98,007) | $194,140 | N/A | | Diluted net income (loss) per share | $(0.48) | $0.89 | N/A | | Adjusted attributable net income | $276,494 | $144,814 | +90.9% | | Adjusted diluted net income per share | $1.29 | $0.67 | +92.5% | | Cash generated by operating activities | $421,725 | $160,896 | +162.1% | - The fourth quarter 2023 attributable net loss of **$217.8 million** was largely due to a non-cash impairment at Çöpler related to the removal of C2 Mineral Resources from its statements[6](index=6&type=chunk) [Consolidated Operating Performance](index=2&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Operating%20Performance) In 2023, total gold equivalent production increased to 706,894 ounces, aligning with guidance, while the full-year All-In Sustaining Cost rose to $1,461 per ounce Full-Year Operating Highlights (2023 vs. 2022) | Operating Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gold equivalent produced (oz) | 706,894 | 623,819 | +13.3% | | Gold produced (oz) | 590,264 | 522,159 | +13.0% | | Silver produced ('000 oz) | 9,688 | 8,397 | +15.4% | | AISC per gold equivalent ounce sold | $1,461 | $1,339 | +9.1% | [Capital Returns and Financial Position](index=2&type=section&id=Capital%20Returns%20and%20Financial%20Position) In 2023, $114.0 million was returned to shareholders, but these programs were suspended post-Çöpler Incident, with the company ending the year with $492.4 million in cash and $261.6 million net cash - Returned **$114.0 million** to shareholders in 2023, comprising **$57.7 million** in dividends and **$56.3 million** in share repurchases[6](index=6&type=chunk) - The dividend and share repurchase programs were suspended as a result of the Çöpler Incident[6](index=6&type=chunk) Year-End Financial Position (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric (in thousands USD) | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $492,393 | $655,453 | | Total Debt | $230,920 | $301,797 | | Net Cash (Non-GAAP) | $261,574 | $387,309 | [Operational Review by Asset](index=6&type=section&id=Operational%20Review%20by%20Asset) [Çöpler, Türkiye](index=6&type=section&id=%C3%87%C3%B6pler%2C%20T%C3%BCrkiye) Çöpler produced 220,999 gold ounces in 2023 with an AISC of $1,433 per ounce, but a $349 million impairment was recorded due to C2 Project removal, and all operations are now suspended Çöpler Full-Year Performance (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gold produced (oz) | 220,999 | 191,366 | | Gold sold (oz) | 225,599 | 192,811 | | AISC ($/oz gold sold) | $1,433 | $1,328 | - A non-cash write-down of **$349 million** was recorded at Çöpler for the year ended December 31, 2023, related to the removal of the C2 Project's copper-gold mineralization from the Company's Mineral Resources[12](index=12&type=chunk) [Marigold, USA](index=7&type=section&id=Marigold%2C%20USA) The Marigold mine achieved record gold production of 278,488 ounces in 2023, a significant increase from the prior year, with the full-year AISC at $1,349 per ounce, a slight improvement compared to 2022 Marigold Full-Year Performance (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gold produced (oz) | 278,488 | 194,668 | | Gold sold (oz) | 275,962 | 195,617 | | AISC ($/oz gold sold) | $1,349 | $1,378 | - Full-year 2023 gold production was a record for the operation's more than 30-year history[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Seabee, Canada](index=8&type=section&id=Seabee%2C%20Canada) Seabee produced 90,777 gold ounces in 2023 with an AISC of $1,427 per ounce, and a $50 million goodwill impairment was recorded due to updated Mineral Reserves and Resources Seabee Full-Year Performance (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gold produced (oz) | 90,777 | 136,125 | | Gold sold (oz) | 83,610 | 133,500 | | AISC ($/oz gold sold) | $1,427 | $823 | - A write-down of **$50 million** in goodwill at Seabee was recorded for the year ended December 31, 2023, following an impairment evaluation based on updated Mineral Reserves and Resources[18](index=18&type=chunk) [Puna, Argentina](index=9&type=section&id=Puna%2C%20Argentina) Puna delivered record silver production of 9.7 million ounces in 2023, exceeding guidance, with the full-year AISC at $15.37 per ounce, slightly below the 2022 level and below guidance Puna Full-Year Performance (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Silver produced ('000 oz) | 9,688 | 8,397 | | Silver sold ('000 oz) | 9,920 | 7,864 | | AISC ($/oz silver sold) | $15.37 | $15.50 | - Full-year 2023 silver production was a record for the operation's more than 15-year history and exceeded the mine's original full-year production guidance[20](index=20&type=chunk) [Outlook and Guidance](index=4&type=section&id=Outlook%20and%20Guidance) [Updated 2024 Guidance (Excluding Çöpler)](index=4&type=section&id=Updated%202024%20Guidance%20%28Excluding%20%C3%87%C3%B6pler%29) Following the Çöpler Incident, SSR Mining retracted all 2024 guidance for Türkiye operations and provided an updated outlook for Marigold, Seabee, and Puna - The company is retracting all previously issued operating and cost guidance for Çöpler and its projects in Türkiye[8](index=8&type=chunk) Full-Year 2024 Outlook (Excluding Çöpler and Hod Maden) | Operating Guidance | Marigold | Seabee | Puna | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gold Production (koz) | 155 – 175 | 75 – 85 | — | | Silver Production (Moz) | — | — | 8.75 – 9.50 | | All-In Sustaining Cost ($/oz) | 1,535 – 1,575 | 1,495 – 1,535 | 14.75 – 16.25 | [Disclosures and Reconciliations](index=10&type=section&id=Disclosures%20and%20Reconciliations) [Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources (MRMR)](index=10&type=section&id=Mineral%20Reserves%20and%20Mineral%20Resources%20%28MRMR%29) Year-end 2023 Mineral Reserves and Resources are presented per Regulation S-K, but previously released Çöpler information may no longer be accurate due to the incident - The year-end 2023 MRMR are presented on an attributable basis in compliance with Regulation S-K[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The company warns that previously released operating assumptions, cost estimates, and mineral reserves for Çöpler may no longer be accurate due to the incident[22](index=22&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures Reconciliation](index=12&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures%20Reconciliation) This section details reconciliations for key non-GAAP financial measures, including Net Cash, Cash Costs, AISC, Adjusted Attributable Net Income, and Free Cash Flow, to their GAAP equivalents - The report includes reconciliations for key non-GAAP measures: Cash costs, AISC per ounce sold, adjusted attributable net income (loss), free cash flow, and net cash[36](index=36&type=chunk) - Reconciliations are provided for Cost of Sales to Cash Costs and AISC for consolidated results and for each individual mine for Q4 and full-year 2023 and 2022[45](index=45&type=chunk)[46](index=46&type=chunk) - A reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted Attributable Net Income is provided, detailing adjustments for items like impairment charges, foreign exchange impacts, and tax changes[49](index=49&type=chunk) - Reconciliations of cash provided by operating activities to free cash flow and free cash flow before changes in working capital are also included[52](index=52&type=chunk)[53](index=53&type=chunk)

[Çöpler Incident and Full Year 2023 Summary Results](index=6&type=section&id=%C3%87%C3%B6pler%20Incident%20and%20Full%20Year%202023%20Summary%20Results) Details the February 2024 Çöpler incident, its operational suspension and financial impacts, alongside strong full-year 2023 results, unaffected by the incident - On February 13, 2024, a significant slip on the Çöpler heap leach pad led to immediate operational suspension with no estimated resumption date[14](index=14&type=chunk) - The Çöpler mine contributed **31% of total gold production in 2023**, with the incident's full impact on future results currently unknown, though other mines are not directly impacted[15](index=15&type=chunk)[16](index=16&type=chunk) - Türkiye's Ministry of Environment revoked Çöpler's environmental permit, an investigation is underway with six employees charged, and the Board suspended dividends and share repurchases[18](index=18&type=chunk)[22](index=22&type=chunk)[23](index=23&type=chunk) Full Year 2023 Financial and Production Summary (Pre-Incident) | Metric | Value | Note | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Production** | | | | Gold Equivalent Ounces | 706,894 oz | Met 2023 guidance; includes record production at Marigold and Puna | | **Costs** | | | | Cost of Sales | $1,141 / GEO | - | | All-In Sustaining Costs (AISC) | $1,461 / GEO | - | | **Financials** | | | | Attributable Net Income | $(98.0) million | Includes $411.4M in impairment charges | | Adjusted Attributable Net Income | $276.5 million | Non-GAAP measure | | Attributable EPS | $(0.48) / share | - | | Adjusted Attributable EPS | $1.29 / share | Non-GAAP measure | | Operating Cash Flow | $421.7 million | - | | Free Cash Flow | $198.3 million | - | | **Balance Sheet** | | | | Cash and Equivalents (Year-End) | $492.4 million | Reflects capital returns, debt repayments, and M&A | [PART I](index=6&type=section&id=PART%20I) [Item 1. Business](index=9&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) SSR Mining operates four precious metals mines across four countries, primarily producing gold doré, with a strong commitment to ESG principles - SSR Mining is a precious metals company with four primary assets in the US, Türkiye, Canada, and Argentina, engaged in operation, acquisition, exploration, and development[30](index=30&type=chunk) Revenue Contribution by Operating Segment (2023) | Segment | 2023 Revenue % | 2022 Revenue % | 2021 Revenue % | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Marigold | 38% | 30% | 29% | | Çöpler | 31% | 31% | 41% | | Puna | 20% | 18% | 15% | | Seabee | 11% | 21% | 15% | Product Revenue Breakdown | Product | 2023 Revenue % | 2022 Revenue % | 2021 Revenue % | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gold | 80% | 82% | 84% | | Silver | 15% | 14% | 12% | | Lead | 3% | 3% | 2% | | Zinc | 1% | 1% | 2% | | Other | 1% | —% | —% | - Primary gold doré customers in 2023 were the Central Bank of Türkiye (**31% of sales**) and CIBC (**33% of sales**)[36](index=36&type=chunk) - As of December 31, 2023, the company employed approximately **2,500 full-time** and **2,900 contract employees**, with about **37% of the workforce unionized**[60](index=60&type=chunk) - The Board's Technical, Safety and Sustainability (TSS) Committee oversees the company's performance in safety, health, environment, and community relations[50](index=50&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=15&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) This section outlines significant risks, including new and exacerbated risks from the Çöpler Incident, alongside operational, financial, industry, jurisdictional, personnel, and legal risks - **Risks Related to the Çöpler Incident:** The February 2024 incident exposes the company to significant financial losses, remediation liability, potential sanctions, environmental contamination, and impacts on production estimates and debt covenants[74](index=74&type=chunk)[76](index=76&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) - **Operational and Business Risks:** Profitability depends on volatile metal prices, mineral reserve estimates are uncertain, and the company faces intense competition, rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and new project development risks[89](index=89&type=chunk)[90](index=90&type=chunk)[93](index=93&type=chunk) - **Financial and Indebtedness Risks:** Exposure to foreign exchange fluctuations (TRY, CAD, ARS), inflation, and future funding needs, with debt levels potentially impairing financial health and the Çöpler Incident impacting capital access[146](index=146&type=chunk)[148](index=148&type=chunk)[156](index=156&type=chunk) - **Industry and Jurisdictional Risks:** Mining is inherently risky, with operations in Türkiye, Canada, and Argentina exposing the company to political instability, regulatory changes, and community relations challenges[163](index=163&type=chunk)[168](index=168&type=chunk)[173](index=173&type=chunk) - **Governmental Regulation and Legal Risks:** The business is subject to extensive environmental, health, and safety regulations, with non-compliance leading to penalties, complex permitting, and the Çöpler environmental permit revoked[187](index=187&type=chunk)[192](index=192&type=chunk)[194](index=194&type=chunk) [Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments](index=43&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company reports no unresolved staff comments from the Securities and Exchange Commission - There are no unresolved staff comments[225](index=225&type=chunk) [Item 1C. Cybersecurity](index=44&type=section&id=Item%201C.%20Cybersecurity) The company maintains a risk-based cybersecurity program, overseen by management and the Board, with no material incidents reported in 2023 - The company's cybersecurity risk management program is integrated into its enterprise risk management system and overseen by executive leadership[227](index=227&type=chunk) - The program focuses on ongoing threat detection and monitoring, utilizing internal IT and external consultants for assessments against standards like NIST[228](index=228&type=chunk) - Governance includes a management-level Cybersecurity Committee and Board oversight, with updates provided at least twice annually[234](index=234&type=chunk)[235](index=235&type=chunk) - No cybersecurity incident in 2023 materially impacted the company's strategy, financial condition, or results of operations[230](index=230&type=chunk) [Item 2. Properties](index=46&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) This section details the company's four producing assets and exploration properties, including mineral reserves, resources, and operating statistics, with a disclaimer for Çöpler post-incident - Disclosure is based on Technical Report Summaries for each asset, noting the Çöpler TRS effective October 31, 2023, does not reflect the February 2024 incident[237](index=237&type=chunk) Total Attributable Proven & Probable Gold Reserves (as of Dec 31, 2023) | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Gold Reserves | 7,275 koz | - The company's producing properties are wholly owned, except for Çöpler, which is **80% owned** through a joint venture[240](index=240&type=chunk) - In May 2023, the company acquired a **10% interest** and operatorship in the Hod Maden gold-copper project in Türkiye, with an option to increase to **40%**[249](index=249&type=chunk) [Çöpler, Erzincan Province, Türkiye](index=49&type=section&id=%C3%87%C3%B6pler%2C%20Erzincan%20Province%2C%20T%C3%BCrkiye) The 80% owned Çöpler property in Türkiye, with 4,069 koz gold reserves as of year-end 2023, processes oxide and sulfide ores, but all operations ceased due to the February 2024 incident - All Çöpler information is as of December 31, 2023, and does not reflect the February 2024 incident that ceased all operations[255](index=255&type=chunk) Çöpler Attributable Mineral Reserves (as of Dec 31, 2023) | Category | Tonnes (kt) | Grade | Contained Metal | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Proven & Probable Gold** | 53,951 | 2.34 g/t | 4,069 koz | | **Proven & Probable Silver** | 43,198 | 4.41 g/t | 6,129 koz | | **Proven & Probable Copper** | 43,198 | 0.03 % | 27.3 Mlbs | - Çöpler uses conventional open-pit mining, processing oxide ore via heap leach and sulfide ore via POX, with a grind-leach expansion under study[269](index=269&type=chunk)[270](index=270&type=chunk) - Estimated LOM capital costs for Çöpler were **$632.8 million**, with an additional **$193.8 million** for the proposed Grind-Leach circuit expansion as of December 31, 2023[306](index=306&type=chunk) [Marigold Complex, Nevada, United States](index=57&type=section&id=Marigold%20Complex%2C%20Nevada%2C%20United%20States) The 100% owned Marigold Complex in Nevada is an open-pit heap leach gold operation with **2,863 koz** proven and probable gold reserves as of year-end 2023 - Marigold is a **100% owned** open-pit gold mine in Nevada, using run-of-mine heap leaching to produce gold doré[309](index=309&type=chunk)[321](index=321&type=chunk) Marigold Mineral Reserves (as of Dec 31, 2023) | Category | Tonnes (kt) | Grade (g/t) | Contained Gold (koz) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Proven & Probable** | 169,300 | 0.48 | 2,863 | - Total LOM capital costs for Marigold are estimated at **$326.8 million**, excluding discretionary exploration[336](index=336&type=chunk) - In 2023, exploration and resource expansion drilling totaled **36,840 meters** at Marigold, plus **31,111 meters** at Buffalo Valley[332](index=332&type=chunk) [Seabee Gold Operation, Saskatchewan, Canada](index=62&type=section&id=Seabee%20Gold%20Operation%2C%20Saskatchewan%2C%20Canada) The 100% owned Seabee Gold Operation in Saskatchewan, Canada, is an underground mine with **343 koz** proven and probable gold reserves as of year-end 2023 - SGO is a **100% owned** remote underground gold mine in Saskatchewan, Canada, with ore from Santoy processed at the Seabee mill[339](index=339&type=chunk)[342](index=342&type=chunk) Seabee Mineral Reserves (as of Dec 31, 2023) | Category | Tonnes (kt) | Grade (g/t) | Contained Gold (koz) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Proven & Probable** | 2,066 | 5.17 | 343 | - Total LOM capital costs for Seabee are estimated at **$125.8 million**, primarily for capital development[373](index=373&type=chunk) - In 2023, drilling included **21,357 meters** surface and **49,748 meters** underground at Santoy, plus **48,645 meters** at Porky West[368](index=368&type=chunk)[369](index=369&type=chunk) [Puna, Jujuy Province, Argentina](index=67&type=section&id=Puna%2C%20Jujuy%20Province%2C%20Argentina) The 100% owned Puna property in Argentina processes ore from Chinchillas into silver-lead and zinc concentrates, with reserves including **20.7 Moz** silver as of year-end 2023 - Puna is a **100% owned** operation in Argentina where ore from the Chinchillas open-pit mine is processed at the Pirquitas plant to produce silver-lead and zinc concentrates[377](index=377&type=chunk)[382](index=382&type=chunk) Puna Mineral Reserves (as of Dec 31, 2023) | Category | Tonnes (kt) | Grade | Contained Metal | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Proven & Probable Silver** | 4,167 | 155.1 g/t | 20,777 koz | | **Proven & Probable Lead** | 4,167 | 1.23 % | 112.8 Mlbs | | **Proven & Probable Zinc** | 4,167 | 0.22 % | 20.5 Mlbs | - Total LOM capital costs for Puna are estimated at **$85.1 million**, mainly for closure and reclamation[410](index=410&type=chunk) - In 2023, exploration drilling included **5,850 meters** at Chinchillas and **12,806 meters** at Pirquitas, focusing on resource expansion[405](index=405&type=chunk)[406](index=406&type=chunk) [Operating Statistics](index=96&type=section&id=Operating%20Statistics) This subsection provides a three-year summary of key operating statistics for the company's four mines, covering production, sales volumes, and mining metrics Gold Production by Mine (Ounces) | Mine | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Marigold | 278,488 | 194,668 | 235,282 | | Çöpler | 220,999 | 191,366 | 329,276 | | Seabee | 90,777 | 136,125 | 118,888 | | **Total Gold** | **590,264** | **522,159** | **683,446** | Puna Production Statistics | Metal | Unit | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Silver Produced | '000 oz | 9,688 | 8,397 | 8,010 | | Lead Produced | '000 lb | 45,772 | 41,004 | 37,695 | | Zinc Produced | '000 lb | 7,127 | 8,583 | 13,642 | [Item 3. Legal Proceedings](index=99&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in various legal proceedings arising in the normal course of business, with further details in Note 23 of the financial statements - The company is periodically involved in litigation from normal business operations, with details in Note 23 to the Consolidated Financial Statements[550](index=550&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=99&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) Required mine safety violation disclosures under the Dodd-Frank Act are included in Exhibit 95 of the Annual Report - Information required by Section 1503(a) of the Dodd-Frank Act regarding mine safety is in Exhibit 95 to this Annual Report[551](index=551&type=chunk) [PART II](index=100&type=section&id=PART%20II) [Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchase of Equity Securities](index=100&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchase%20of%20Equity%20Securities) This section details the company's common share trading, share repurchases, and dividend policy, noting suspensions post-Çöpler Incident, along with related stockholder matters - In 2023, the company repurchased and cancelled **3,966,855 common shares** for **$56.3 million** at an average price of **$14.20 per share** under NCIBs[555](index=555&type=chunk) - Post-Çöpler Incident, the company terminated its automatic share purchase plan effective March 1, 2024, ceasing all share repurchases[558](index=558&type=chunk) - The Board suspended the quarterly dividend post-Çöpler Incident; in 2023, **$0.28 per share** was paid, totaling **$57.7 million**[562](index=562&type=chunk) [Item 6. Reserved](index=103&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Reserved) This item is not applicable - Not applicable[575](index=575&type=chunk) [Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A)](index=104&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations%20%28MD%26A%29) This MD&A provides management's perspective on 2023 financial condition and results, addressing the Çöpler Incident's impact, liquidity, operational performance, and non-GAAP measures - The MD&A is presented in the context of the February 2024 Çöpler Incident, which is expected to significantly impact future results, though current liquidity is deemed sufficient for at least twelve months[580](index=580&type=chunk)[581](index=581&type=chunk) Consolidated Financial Highlights (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric (in thousands, except per share) | 2023 | 2022 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | $1,426,927 | $1,148,033 | 24.3% | | Cost of sales | $804,147 | $607,942 | 32.3% | | Operating income (loss) | $(130,244) | $190,268 | (168.5)% | | Net income (loss) attributable to SSR | $(98,007) | $194,140 | (150.5)% | | Basic net income (loss) per share | $(0.48) | $0.92 | (152.2)% | | Adjusted attributable net income (Non-GAAP) | $276,494 | $144,814 | 90.9% | - The 2023 net loss was primarily due to **$411.4 million** in non-cash impairment charges, including **$349.2 million** at Çöpler and **$49.8 million** goodwill impairment at Seabee[602](index=602&type=chunk) - Cash provided by operating activities significantly increased to **$421.7 million** in 2023 from **$160.9 million** in 2022, driven by higher sales volumes and realized prices[641](index=641&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=109&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) This section details the 2023 operational and financial performance of each mine, including production, revenue, and cost metrics, with explanations for year-over-year changes 2023 Gold Production and AISC by Mine | Mine | Gold Produced (oz) | AISC ($/oz sold) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Marigold | 278,488 | $1,349 | | Çöpler | 220,999 | $1,433 | | Seabee | 90,777 | $1,427 | 2023 Puna Production and AISC | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Silver Produced | 9,688,000 oz | | AISC ($/oz silver sold) | $15.37 | - Marigold's revenue increased **54.3% to $538.2 million**, driven by a **41.1% increase** in gold ounces sold and a **9.4% increase** in realized price[614](index=614&type=chunk)[616](index=616&type=chunk) - Seabee's revenue decreased **32.8% to $164.3 million**, as a **37.4% drop** in sales volume due to lower grades outweighed a higher realized gold price[618](index=618&type=chunk)[620](index=620&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=113&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) As of December 31, 2023, the company had **$492.4 million** in cash, deemed sufficient for operations and Çöpler costs for the next twelve months, with a **$400 million** undrawn credit facility - The company held **$492.4 million** in cash at year-end 2023, deemed sufficient to fund operations and Çöpler costs for at least the next 12 months post-incident[625](index=625&type=chunk)[628](index=628&type=chunk) - The company has a **$400 million** revolving credit facility, maturing August 2027, with no outstanding borrowings as of December 31, 2023[631](index=631&type=chunk) - Cash provided by operating activities was **$421.7 million** in 2023, with **$339.3 million** used in investing and **$182.3 million** used in financing[640](index=640&type=chunk) - Total contractual obligations as of December 31, 2023, were **$708.7 million**, with **$198.6 million** due within one year[645](index=645&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=117&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) This section explains and reconciles the company's non-GAAP financial measures, including Cash Costs, AISC, Adjusted Net Income, EBITDA, and Free Cash Flow, used to evaluate operational performance - The company utilizes non-GAAP measures such as Cash Costs, AISC, Adjusted Attributable Net Income, EBITDA, and Free Cash Flow to monitor operating and economic performance[648](index=648&type=chunk) Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted Net Income (2023) | (in thousands) | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | **Net income attributable to SSR Mining (GAAP)** | **$(98,007)** | | Impairment charges | $340,734 | | Devaluation of ARS | $26,074 | | Foreign exchange/inflationary impacts on tax | $(16,907) | | Impact of tax rate change | $37,170 | | Other adjustments (net) | $(12,570) | | **Adjusted net income attributable to SSR Mining (Non-GAAP)** | **$276,494** | Reconciliation of Operating Cash Flow to Free Cash Flow (2023) | (in thousands) | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | **Cash provided by operating activities (GAAP)** | **$421,725** | | Expenditures on mineral properties, plant and equipment | $(223,422) | | **Free cash flow (non-GAAP)** | **$198,303** | [Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=129&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company is exposed to market risks including commodity price, currency (especially ARS), and interest rate fluctuations, which are managed through policies and potential derivative use - The company's primary market risks include commodity price, currency, and interest rate fluctuations[699](index=699&type=chunk) - **Price Risk:** A **10% change** in silver price would impact after-tax net income by approximately **$9.8 million** due to provisional concentrate sales pricing[700](index=700&type=chunk) - **Currency Risk:** Significant exposure to the Argentine Peso (ARS) due to currency controls, with a major Q4 2023 devaluation resulting in substantial foreign exchange losses[702](index=702&type=chunk)[703](index=703&type=chunk) - **Interest Rate Risk:** Exposure to interest rate changes on cash balances and the undrawn revolving credit facility; a **1.0% change** would impact 2023 after-tax net income by **$3.1 million**[707](index=707&type=chunk)[710](index=710&type=chunk) [Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=133&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section presents the audited consolidated financial statements for 2023, including the unqualified auditor's report, which highlights the Çöpler Incident and critical audit matters - PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP issued an unqualified opinion on the consolidated financial statements and internal control effectiveness as of December 31, 2023[716](index=716&type=chunk) - The auditor's report notes the February 2024 Çöpler Incident as a non-adjusting subsequent event, with potential costs and impairment charges not yet reliably measurable[720](index=720&type=chunk) - Critical Audit Matters include the valuation of Hod Maden mineral properties and the Seabee goodwill and long-lived asset impairment tests, both involving significant judgment[724](index=724&type=chunk)[729](index=729&type=chunk) [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=143&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide detailed disclosures supporting the financial statements, covering the Çöpler Incident, acquisitions, impairment charges, debt structure, and critical accounting policies - **Note 24 (Subsequent Events):** Details the February 2024 Çöpler Incident as a non-adjusting event, with anticipated material remediation liability and potential impairment evaluation of the **$2.7 billion** asset group, and suspended dividends and share repurchases[986](index=986&type=chunk)[987](index=987&type=chunk)[990](index=990&type=chunk) - **Note 3 (Acquisitions and Divestitures):** In May 2023, the company acquired a **10% interest** and operational control of the Hod Maden project for **$120 million** cash plus up to **$238 million** in contingent payments[828](index=828&type=chunk) - **Note 7 (Impairment Charges):** The company recorded **$411.4 million** in 2023 impairment charges, including **$349.2 million** at Çöpler (unrelated to the 2024 incident) and **$49.8 million** goodwill impairment at Seabee[876](index=876&type=chunk)[879](index=879&type=chunk)[884](index=884&type=chunk) - **Note 20 (Debt):** As of December 31, 2023, total debt was **$228.4 million**, primarily **$230.0 million** in convertible notes due 2039, with the Term Loan repaid and the **$400 million** revolving credit facility undrawn[947](index=947&type=chunk)[954](index=954&type=chunk)[960](index=960&type=chunk) [Item 9A. Controls and Procedures](index=186&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and internal controls over financial reporting were effective as of December 31, 2023, with no material changes reported - Management concluded internal controls over financial reporting were effective as of December 31, 2023, based on the COSO 2013 framework[997](index=997&type=chunk) - PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP issued an attestation report confirming the effectiveness of the company's internal control over financial reporting[998](index=998&type=chunk) - No material changes to internal control over financial reporting occurred during the most recent quarter[999](index=999&type=chunk) [PART III](index=187&type=section&id=PART%20III) Part III incorporates information on directors, executive officers, corporate governance, compensation, security ownership, related transactions, and accountant fees by reference from the Proxy Statement [Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=187&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive Proxy Statement - Information on directors, executive officers, and corporate governance is incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[1003](index=1003&type=chunk) [Item 11. Executive Compensation](index=187&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive Proxy Statement - Information on executive compensation is incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[1004](index=1004&type=chunk) [Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](index=187&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive Proxy Statement - Information on security ownership is incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[1005](index=1005&type=chunk) [Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=187&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive Proxy Statement - Information on certain relationships, related transactions, and director independence is incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[1006](index=1006&type=chunk) [Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services](index=187&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accountant%20Fees%20and%20Services) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive Proxy Statement - Information on principal accountant fees and services is incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[1007](index=1007&type=chunk) [PART IV](index=188&type=section&id=PART%20IV) Part IV lists all exhibits filed with the Annual Report, including governance documents, material contracts, consents, certifications, and technical reports [Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules](index=188&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%2C%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists all documents filed as exhibits to the Annual Report, including consolidated financial statements, key agreements, and Technical Report Summaries - Consolidated financial statements are in Item 8; all other financial statement schedules are omitted[1010](index=1010&type=chunk) - Key exhibits include the 2019 Notes Indenture, share compensation plans, employment agreements, and Technical Report Summaries for Çöpler, Marigold, Seabee, and Puna[1009](index=1009&type=chunk)[1011](index=1011&type=chunk) [Item 16. Form 10-K Summary](index=190&type=section&id=Item%2016.%20Form%2010-K%20Summary) The company has not provided a summary of the Form 10-K - None[1013](index=1013&type=chunk)

SSR Mining, Inc. (NASDAQ:SSRM) Q3 2023 Earnings Conference Call November 1, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Alex Hunchak - Director, Corporate Development & IR Edward Farid - Chief Corporate Development Officer Alison White - CFO Bill MacNevin - EVP, Operations & Sustainability Conference Call Participants Cosmos Chiu - CIBC Ovais Habib - Scotiabank Michael Siperco - RBC Capital Markets Operator Hello, everyone, and welcome to SSR Mining's Third Quarter 2023 Conference Call. This call is being recorded ...

Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results November 2023 Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Forward-looking information and statements in this presentation are based on certain key expectations and assumptions made by the Company. Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which such forward-looking information and statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking information and statements because the Company can give no ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from __________to__________ Commission File Number: 001-35455 SSR MINING INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) British Columbia (State or ...