2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-06-30 11:49Core Viewpoint - Zijin Mining is actively pursuing acquisitions in the gold sector, with a recent announcement of a $1.2 billion acquisition of the Raygorodok gold mine in Kazakhstan, following a similar acquisition in Ghana earlier this year [1][2][3]. Group 1: Acquisition Strategy - The acquisition of the RG gold mine is expected to yield 6 tons of gold in 2024, with a cash cost of $796 per ounce, indicating strong profitability potential [1][3]. - The company has already completed or announced external acquisitions exceeding 22 billion yuan in the first half of the year, including the acquisition of controlling interest in Zangge Mining [5]. - The ongoing strategy of "acquisition—profit—re-acquisition" is likely to continue, with potential for further resource acquisitions even before the RG mine acquisition is finalized [5]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Zijin Mining's operating cash flow has significantly increased, from 28.68 billion yuan in 2022 to an expected 48.86 billion yuan in 2024, allowing for high capital expenditure and leverage [5]. - The company's stock price has risen by 30.85% year-to-date, surpassing the performance of South American copper companies, which have seen increases of 14.19% and 15.68% [7]. Group 3: Market Position and Growth Potential - The company is positioned for a "volume and price increase" growth phase, benefiting from high historical prices for copper and gold, which may further enhance profit margins [8]. - Forecasts suggest that by 2025, Zijin Mining's revenue and net profit could reach 353.8 billion yuan and 40.7 billion yuan, respectively, indicating significant growth potential [8]. - The company's valuation may have considerable room for improvement when compared to peers like Southern Copper, which has a valuation close to 25 times its earnings [8].