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Inflation & Tariffs - Recent data suggests inflation is emerging, particularly in goods prices due to tariffs, but services inflation continues [2] - The spread between goods and services inflation is key; a widening spread favoring goods inflation could be concerning [3] Labor Market & Consumption - Data indicates a slowing economy, with the labor market being a focal point due to its impact on consumption [4][5] - Weaknesses are apparent in the jobs report, including the employment-to-population ratio, labor force participation rate, and jobs diffusion index [5] - It remains uncertain whether the weakness in the labor market will accelerate in the near term [5] GDP & Capital Expenditure - Capital expenditure (CapEx) is a significant driver of GDP, outpacing consumption in the second quarter [6][7] - AI is currently the main factor driving CapEx spend [7] - A potential rollover in CapEx spend, particularly related to AI, could have significant implications [7]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - EBITDA was roughly flat in the first half of the year, with a projected growth of 8.5% for the full year, implying high teens growth in the second half [6][19] - EPS guidance was revised from 10-15% growth to 7-10% growth, with a midpoint impact of about 3 cents due to increased interest expense and accelerated depreciation [19][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Significant growth was observed in potato chips, while tortilla chips and pretzels were below trend, with specific brands performing variably [23][26] - Boulder Canyon brand is expected to continue strong growth, with distribution gains across both core and expansion markets [71][72] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Distribution gains were noted across all 30 expansion geographies, with strong retailer support from national chains [33][34] - The convenience store channel is showing improvement, with expectations to reach flattish performance by year-end [65] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on westward expansion and infrastructure investments to support distribution gains [11][35] - Marketing strategies include increased spending in retail media and social media to support geographic expansion and brand introduction [91][92] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains confident in achieving productivity savings and margin expansion, with a positive outlook for the second half of the year [9][56] - The company believes the category will continue to grow, driven by household penetration and repeat purchases [107][109] Other Important Information - The company is nearing the end of its manufacturing optimization efforts, with significant productivity improvements already realized [85][87] - CapEx spending is expected to peak in 2025, with a focus on automation and efficiency improvements [21][88] Q&A Session Summary Question: What gives confidence in the EBITDA growth outlook despite flat performance in the first half? - Management cited investments in infrastructure and productivity savings as key drivers for expected growth in the second half [7][9] Question: Can you clarify the changes in EPS guidance? - EPS growth was revised down due to increased interest expenses and accelerated depreciation from higher CapEx spending [19][20] Question: What is driving the strong top-line results? - The company attributed growth to distribution gains, improved volume and value share in core markets, and investments in westward expansion [10][11] Question: How is the company addressing the performance of tortilla chips and pretzels? - Management noted that tortilla chips faced promotional overlaps, while pretzel performance varied by brand, with some brands performing well [26][27] Question: What is the outlook for the convenience store channel? - The company expects the convenience store channel to improve and reach flattish performance by year-end, supported by better product assortment [65] Question: How is the company managing supply chain and manufacturing efficiency? - The company has made significant strides in optimizing manufacturing and is now focusing on automation and efficiency improvements [85][87] Question: What is the long-term outlook for category growth? - Management remains bullish on long-term category growth, citing strong household penetration and repeat purchases as positive indicators [107][109] Question: How is the company addressing consumer interest in protein products? - The company is exploring opportunities in the protein segment while ensuring that products meet consumer taste preferences [111][112]

Revenue Growth & Expectations - Trillion-dollar companies, Microsoft and Meta, are posting over 20% revenue growth quarter-on-quarter, exceeding expectations [1] - Microsoft is experiencing 18% growth [1] - Meta is signaling a potential 25% growth for the next quarter [1] Capital Expenditure (CapEx) & Investment - Microsoft's ASEAN number is $75 billion, revealing CapEx spending for generative AI [2] - Companies are committing to higher CapEx spending, indicating firepower for further investment in AI [3] - Meta's generative AI is improving ad performance, leading to a 9% increase in ad pricing [3] - Companies are investing heavily in talent, including $200 million pay packages, to scale AI [4] AI & Superintelligence - Companies are focusing on making AI more personable, aiming for a superintelligence helper for personal use [4] - Meta is articulating the implications of superintelligence lapse for their business [3] - The vindication in CapEx comes through increased app usage driven by AI advancements [5]

Market Performance & Expectations - Meta's user growth and ad revenue drive excitement, particularly regarding Instagram, social networks, digital ad monetization, and AR/VR potential in the next 12 months [2] - Microsoft's Azure is experiencing accelerated growth, moving from mid-30s to high-30s [7] - Amazon is expected to show acceleration with street estimates at 17% growth, supported by a 20% backlog [14] Capital Expenditure (CapEx) & Investment - Meta's CapEx guide is narrowing, but overall spending is expected to increase, signaling a green light for hyperscalers and mega-caps to continue investing in AI [4] - Google raised CapEx by 10%, and Meta increased its high point by another 2 billion [6] - Microsoft is expected to maintain high spending due to capacity constraints, with investors unconcerned due to strong revenue growth and margins [6][7] AI Development & Strategy - Meta is positioned on the "decentralized abundance" side of AI development, aiming to bring superintelligence to everyone, contrasting with a "centralized scarcity" approach [11] - Meta is considered the most efficient company in the Valley from an automation perspective, leading to significant revenue and profit per employee [2][13] - The enterprise adoption of AI is still in its infancy, indicating significant growth potential in the coming years [5] Competitive Landscape - Microsoft is gaining share on Amazon in the public cloud [17] - Meta is reportedly taking advertiser budget share from Google and Amazon [17]

Tariffs Impact & Offsetting Factors - Tariffs' negative impact is offset by the AI boom, tax offsets in the budget bill, and declining energy costs and rents [3] - Approximately 80% of tariff costs are absorbed by US corporations and consumers, with the remaining 20% by foreign suppliers [7] - The US is currently receiving 1% of GDP in tax revenues from tariffs [14] AI Mania & Capital Expenditure - AI is boosting economic activity and animal spirits, leading to a CapEx boom [3][11] - Hyperscalers' CapEx estimates have increased from $290 billion to over $350 billion [7] - Foreigners are investing in the US due to the AI boom, helping to fund the US deficit [13][17] US Economy & Deficit - The US economy's vulnerability lies in its budget deficit, currently at 65% of GDP [9][16] - The US relies on foreign savings to fund its deficit, making it more vulnerable than countries like Japan [13] - The US is able to offset the pain from tariffs because global markets are willing to fund its large budget deficit [10]

AI Infrastructure Investment - AI investment boom is still happening rapidly with no slowdown [2] - Google raised its CapEx from $75 billion to $85 billion for its cloud business [2] - Mark Zuckerberg plans to spend hundreds of billions of dollars in CapEx [4] - Demand for hyperscale infrastructure is accelerating [5] Market Dynamics and Consolidation - AI trade has not yet reached applications like Salesforce or Adobe [3] - Expectation of an M&A wave due to many companies claiming to be AI-first [6] - AI is consolidating power for many, not just a few, leading to capacity constraints [7][8] - Too many companies are chasing AI long term, necessitating cleanup and M&A [9] Company Performance and Outlook - Microsoft is on an acceleration path and capacity constrained [15] - Amazon's backlog grew by 20%, up from 14%, indicating future revenue growth [16] - Microsoft is guiding to an acceleration [16] - IBM's software business decelerated, and the stock's valuation was high [12] Economic Outlook - CEO upgraded the overall economy from cautiously optimistic to optimistic [13] - Optimism about consulting for 2026 [15] Key Metrics - Bookings, revenue growth, and CapEx are the key metrics to watch [17]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $130 million, up from $107 million in Q2 2024, reflecting a strong performance [7] - Net income increased to $91 million in Q2 2025 from $71 million in Q2 2024 [8] - Total CapEx for the quarter was $107 million, with $82 million allocated to the San Gabriel project [9] - Cash position at the end of the quarter was $589 million, with total debt of $860 million, resulting in a leverage ratio of 0.56 times [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Silver production decreased by 11% year-over-year to 3.6 million ounces, primarily due to lower output at Jumpac, Tambomayo, and Huican [8] - Copper production increased by 28% year-over-year, attributed to halted operations at El Brocal in 2024 [8] - Gold production fell to 27,345 ounces from 33,119 ounces in the same quarter last year, mainly due to decreased output at Tambomayo and Orcopampa [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company initiated the sale of part of the Cerro Verde copper concentrate, selling approximately 20,000 metric tons by the end of the quarter, with a total of 40,000 metric tons expected for the full year 2025 [8] - Cerro Verde announced a new dividend distribution of $59 million, corresponding to Buenaventura's equity share, to be distributed in August [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to stable and continuous production of flagship assets and is focused on optimizing throughput [15] - Continuous exploration efforts are emphasized to extend the life of mining assets [15] - The San Gabriel project is on track with 88% overall completion, with expectations to produce the first gold bar in Q4 2025, subject to timely permit approvals [13][16] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in obtaining necessary permits for the San Gabriel project, indicating no significant risks [19] - The company plans to maintain financial stability and has redeemed the remaining 2026 notes [16] - The ramp-up of production at San Gabriel is expected to take all of 2026, with stabilization anticipated thereafter [21] Other Important Information - The all-in sustaining costs for copper increased by 63% year-over-year, primarily due to lower byproduct credits [11] - The company received $49 million in dividends from Cerro Verde, which contributed to operating cash flow [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more details on the pending permits for San Gabriel? - Management indicated that they have invited authorities to visit the plant in September and do not foresee risks in obtaining the necessary permits [19] Question: What is the expected CapEx for the second half of 2025? - Total CapEx for San Gabriel is expected to remain between $720 million and $750 million, with approximately $130 million to $160 million disbursed in the second half of 2025 [20][22] Question: When do you expect to reach full production capacity at San Gabriel? - The ramp-up will take all of 2026, with expectations to stabilize production between 100,000 and 120,000 ounces [21] Question: How is Uchucchacua performing regarding silver grades and costs? - Management noted a decrease in silver grades due to a shift towards polymetallic stops, with expectations to stabilize in Q3 [32][35] Question: What is the strategy for El Brocal moving forward? - The company plans to prioritize mining blocks with higher gold and silver content while maintaining a target copper production of 1.45% [38] Question: Can you clarify the commercialization of Cerro Verde concentrate? - The company has sold 20,000 tons of copper concentrate in the first half and plans to sell another 20,000 tons in the second half, with margins expected around $1.2 million for each 10,000 tons [48][50] Question: What is the status of the Trepiche project? - The environmental impact study is on track for approval by the end of the year, with the feasibility study expected to be completed in Q3 2026 [55] Question: What is the definition of commercial production for San Gabriel? - Commercial production is defined as producing two gold bars over 20 continuous days at 65% capacity [64][68]

German Economy & Sentiment - German economy sentiment is powered by expectations of a deal with the US and reduced uncertainty about tariffs [1] - German government's debt package, including an infrastructure fund and tax incentives, is expected to boost investment [2] - Investment goods producers are showing improved data, indicating a positive impact from domestic factors [2] Trade & Tariffs - A stable 15% tariff deal between Europe and the US would be something German exporters could live with, avoiding a massive negative impact [3][4] - While not ideal for Europe, a 15% tariff deal would be an improvement compared to recent months, given the threat of higher tariffs [5] - Exports will become more difficult compared to the pre-Trump era [4] Investment & CapEx - Changes in tax incentives, prospects of higher infrastructure investment, and increased defense spending are currently driving CapEx [7] - Uncertainty is causing companies to postpone projects; a trade resolution could unlock pent-up CapEx spending into 2026 [6][8] - The reliability of the US government in upholding trade deals remains a key concern for investment decisions [8]