Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-05 07:20Core Viewpoint - Luoyang Molybdenum Co., Ltd. is a leading player in the non-ferrous metal mining industry, focusing on the production of molybdenum, tungsten, gold, cobalt, and other precious metals, with significant growth in gold production expected in the coming years [2][3][8]. Company Overview - Luoyang Molybdenum Co., Ltd. is located in Luoyang, Henan Province, and was established on December 22, 1999. It was listed on October 9, 2012. The company engages in mining, selection, smelting, deep processing, and trading of precious metals [7]. - The company is among the top five molybdenum producers globally and the largest tungsten producer, as well as the second-largest cobalt and niobium producer, and a leading copper producer [2][8]. Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Luoyang Molybdenum achieved a revenue of 145.485 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.99%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 72.61% to 14.280 billion yuan [8]. - The company has distributed a total of 21.562 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 10.576 billion yuan distributed over the past three years [9]. Production and Growth Prospects - The company is the second-largest cobalt producer globally, with cobalt products sold in the international market. It has signed an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Woyuan Holdings, indirectly increasing its stake in Huayue Nickel Cobalt to 30% [2]. - In 2022, the company's gold production from its NPM copper-gold mine in Australia was 16,000 ounces, with a production guidance of 25,000 to 27,000 ounces for 2023, representing a year-on-year increase of 56% to 69% [3]. Market Position and Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, the company had 304,200 shareholders, an increase of 28.08% from the previous period. The average trading cost of the stock is 13.40 yuan, with the stock price approaching a resistance level of 18.66 yuan [5][8]. - Major shareholders include Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited and various ETFs, with notable changes in holdings among the top shareholders [9].