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Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Add" rating for the company, marking its first coverage [6]. Core Views - The company is positioned as a leading diversified copper producer under China Minmetals, aiming to achieve a copper production target of over 1 million tons by 2030 [6][21]. - The Las Bambas copper mine is identified as a "global resource flagship," with the "Heart of Bambas" strategy expected to stabilize its cash flow [6][5]. - The company is set to benefit from the integration of the Khoemacau copper mine and the expansion of the Kinsevere mine, which are anticipated to enhance copper production and profitability [6][5]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company operates as the core international mining platform of China Minmetals, focusing on a diversified portfolio of copper and zinc assets, with operations in Australia, South America, Africa, and North America [5][14]. - The company aims to leverage its expertise in both Chinese and international markets to diversify its resources and products [17]. Las Bambas Copper Mine - The Las Bambas mine, with a 62.5% ownership, is among the top ten copper mines globally, with significant copper reserves [5][18]. - The mine has faced community-related issues affecting production, but the implementation of the "Heart of Bambas" strategy is expected to restore stable cash flow [5][6]. Kinsevere Copper Mine - The Kinsevere mine, fully owned by the company, is transitioning from high-grade oxide ore to sulfide ore, with an expansion project expected to extend its operational life until 2035 [5][6]. Khoemacau Copper Mine - The Khoemacau mine, located in Botswana, is a large, long-life copper mine with significant production potential, aiming to increase its output from 50,000 tons to 130,000 tons by 2028/2029 [5][6]. Australian Zinc Mines - The Dugald River and Rosebery mines provide stable cash flow, with the Dugald River being one of the top ten zinc mines globally, expected to see a 401% increase in EBITDA in 2024 [5][6]. Financial Projections - The company forecasts revenues of $4.48 billion in 2024, growing to $7.91 billion by 2027, with net profits projected to rise from $162 million in 2024 to $1.17 billion in 2027 [7].