Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-02-10 02:21Core Viewpoint - Luoyang Molybdenum (603993) has seen a stock price increase of over 4%, currently trading at HKD 22.9, following the completion of a USD 1.015 billion acquisition of a gold mine in Brazil, which has reserves of 3.87 million ounces at an average grade of 1.45 grams per ton [1] Group 1: Acquisition and Production Plans - The acquisition of the Brazilian gold mine is expected to synergize with the company's existing copper and cobalt businesses, enhancing overall profitability [1] - Management plans to contribute 6-8 tons of gold production by 2026, with a target to increase annual production to 20 tons before 2030 [1] Group 2: Profitability and Production Guidance - Morgan Stanley has raised the company's profit expectations for 2026-2027 by 27%-30%, anticipating over 50% profit growth for consecutive years [1] - The copper production guidance for 2026 is set at 760,000 to 820,000 tons, driven by process optimization and technological upgrades at TFM and KFM mines [1] - The KFM Phase II project is expected to commence production in 2027, adding approximately 100,000 tons of copper capacity annually [1] - The target for copper production in 2028 is set at 800,000 to 1,000,000 tons, with the TFM Phase III project currently undergoing feasibility studies for additional capacity [1] - The company aims to further optimize copper business unit costs by reducing bulk material procurement prices and maintaining leading capital expenditure and operational cost levels globally [1]