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Triple Flag Announces Record Operating Cash Flow per Share in Q3 2025
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-11-04 22:02
Core Insights - Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp. reported record operating cash flow per share in Q3 2025, with significant capital deployment and strong portfolio performance [1][2][3] Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2025 reached $93.5 million, up from $73.7 million in Q3 2024, representing a 27% increase [3] - Gold Equivalent Ounces (GEOs) sold were 27,037, down from 29,773 in Q3 2024 [4][5] - Net earnings for Q3 2025 were $61.9 million, or $0.30 per share, compared to $29.6 million, or $0.15 per share in Q3 2024 [3] - Adjusted net earnings were $49.3 million, or $0.24 per share, compared to $28.3 million, or $0.14 per share in Q3 2024 [3] - Operating cash flow was $81.4 million, up from $61.8 million in Q3 2024, with operating cash flow per share increasing to $0.39 from $0.31 [3] Portfolio and Acquisitions - The company deployed over $350 million in capital in 2025, including acquisitions of royalties on various projects such as the Arthur gold project in Nevada and Minera Florida gold mine in Chile for $23 million [2][8] - The portfolio includes a diverse range of assets, with significant optionality benefiting from high gold prices [2] - The company expects to achieve GEO sales guidance for 2025 between 105,000 to 115,000 ounces [8] Production and Guidance - The production guidance for Minera Florida is set at 78,000 to 90,000 ounces of gold and 0.45 million ounces of silver for 2025 [8] - The company anticipates a strong production ramp-up from various projects, including Arcata, which is expected to start production in Q4 2025 [14] Dividend Declaration - The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.0575 per common share, to be paid on December 15, 2025 [1][8]
Gold Resource Corporation Announces Q3 2025 Conference Call
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-11-03 21:23
Core Points - Gold Resource Corporation will host a conference call on November 5, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its financial results and operational updates [1][2] - The company is focused on its Don David Gold Mine in Oaxaca, Mexico, and aims to unlock the potential of its existing infrastructure and land position [3] Financial Offering - Gold Resource Corporation is pursuing a registered direct offering for the sale of up to 25,315,960 shares at a price of $0.45 per share, aiming for estimated gross proceeds of approximately $11.4 million [5] Operational Updates - The company reported lower production in the second quarter of 2025 but is beginning to see improvements from operational efforts [6] - Highlights from the 2025 underground drilling campaign at the Don David Gold Mine indicate consistent results from the new Three Sisters Vein System, suggesting potentially higher Net Smelter Return values [7]
Almonty Industries Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-11-03 12:40
Core Insights - Almonty Industries reported a net income of $33.2 million for Q3 2025, significantly up from a loss of $5.3 million in the same quarter of the previous year, primarily due to a $34.5 million gain from the revaluation of warrant liabilities [1][8][10] Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2025 increased by 28% to $8.7 million compared to $6.8 million in Q3 2024, driven by higher tungsten prices and stable output from the Panasqueira Mine in Portugal [5][6] - Income from mining operations rose to $1.3 million in Q3 2025 from $0.7 million in Q3 2024 [3] - General and administrative costs surged to $3.7 million in Q3 2025 from $1.3 million in Q3 2024, largely due to expenses related to the acquisition of a U.S. tungsten project [6][9] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2025 was ($2.2) million, worsening from ($0.6) million in Q3 2024 [9][11] Operational Highlights - Construction at the Sangdong project is substantially complete, with ramp-up activities underway and final project commissioning expected in the near term [1][10][12] - The company successfully listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market in July 2025, raising $90 million through a public offering [6][10] - Almonty is advancing its European and U.S. assets while exploring strategic partnerships to enhance its role in the Western tungsten supply chain [12][13] Strategic Outlook - The company aims to optimize throughput at Sangdong to meet increasing demand from Western governments and defense customers for secure tungsten supply [10][11] - Almonty's Sangdong Mine is projected to become the largest tungsten mine in the Western world, addressing critical supply vulnerabilities highlighted by geopolitical tensions [10][13]
E3 Lithium to Host Quarterly Webinar
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-30 07:15
Core Viewpoint - E3 Lithium is hosting a quarterly webinar on November 5, 2025, to discuss recent developments and outline next steps toward commercial lithium production [1][2]. Company Overview - E3 Lithium has 21.2 million tonnes (Mt) of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) Measured and Indicated resources and 0.3 Mt LCE Inferred resources in Alberta, along with 2.5 Mt LCE Inferred resources in Saskatchewan [4]. - The Clearwater Project Pre-Feasibility Study indicates a proven and probable mineral reserve of 1.13 Mt LCE, with a pre-tax NPV(8%) of USD 5.2 billion and an after-tax NPV(8%) of USD 3.7 billion, reflecting IRRs of 29.2% and 24.6% respectively [4]. Webinar Details - The webinar will feature a 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A session, allowing real-time questions from attendees [2]. - Participants can submit questions in advance via email to ensure they are addressed during the webinar [2]. Recent Developments - The company has commenced drilling its lithium development well as part of Phase 2 of its Demonstration Facility in central Alberta [12]. - Construction has begun on the Phase 2 demonstration facility site in the Clearwater Project Area, following the approval of necessary permits [13]. - E3 Lithium has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Axens for the sale of lithium carbonate and the supply of lithium selective sorbent [14]. Upcoming Milestones - The webinar will cover updates on the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Demonstration Facility achievements, recent equity financing, and the company's positioning within North America's critical minerals strategy [8].
Materion Corporation Reports Strong Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Affirms Full Year Outlook
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-29 10:47
Core Insights - Materion Corporation reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2025, with net sales of $444.8 million, an increase from $436.7 million in the prior year period, and affirmed its full-year outlook [1][4][11] - The company highlighted significant improvements in its Electronic Materials and Precision Optics segments, with record margin performance and a return to double-digit EBITDA margins in Precision Optics [3][4] Financial Summary - Net sales for Q3 2025 were $444.8 million, up 1% from $436.7 million in Q3 2024 [4][11] - Value-added sales were $263.9 million, reflecting a 1% organic growth driven by non-China semiconductor and space markets [4][11] - Operating profit increased to $34.9 million from $31.3 million year-over-year, while net income rose to $25.4 million, or $1.22 per diluted share, compared to $22.3 million, or $1.07 per share, in the prior year [5][11] - Adjusted EBITDA was $55.5 million, representing 21.0% of value-added sales, slightly down from 21.5% in the prior year [6][11] Business Highlights - The Electronic Materials segment achieved record EBITDA margins of 27.1%, up 700 basis points year-on-year, while Precision Optics saw a significant sales increase and approximately 1000 basis points of margin expansion [11][11] - Order rates increased double-digit sequentially across all business segments, driven by strong macroeconomic trends in semiconductor, energy, space, and defense markets [4][11] - Materion announced a supply agreement with Commonwealth Fusion Systems to provide materials for fusion technologies, indicating a strategic move into emerging energy markets [11] Outlook - The company expects a strong fourth quarter and has reaffirmed its guidance for adjusted earnings per share for the full year to be between $5.30 and $5.70 [8][11]
E3 Lithium Commences Drilling Lithium #3 Well
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-29 08:00
Core Viewpoint - E3 Lithium has initiated drilling for its third lithium well in the Leduc Formation as part of Phase 2 of its Demonstration Facility development, aiming to advance towards commercial operations and enhance understanding of reservoir performance capabilities [1][2][3]. Company Overview - E3 Lithium holds a total of 21.2 million tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) in Measured and Indicated resources and 0.3 million tonnes of LCE in Inferred mineral resources in Alberta, along with 2.5 million tonnes of LCE in Inferred mineral resources in Saskatchewan [5]. - The Clearwater Pre-Feasibility Study indicates a proven and probable mineral reserve of 1.13 million tonnes LCE, with a pre-tax NPV (8%) of USD 5.2 billion and an after-tax NPV (8%) of USD 3.7 billion, reflecting an IRR of 29.2% and 24.6% respectively [5]. Drilling Program Details - The current drilling program is designed to collect additional reservoir performance data and brine analytics to support the design of a commercial lithium facility [2][3]. - The objectives of this drilling phase include validating subsurface geology, collecting reservoir data for commercial wellfield design, and providing brine for ongoing operations of Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) equipment [8]. Future Plans - Drilling and testing activities are expected to continue into November, with the company planning to provide updates on these operations [3].
Fortune Minerals Retains P&E Mining Consultants Inc. to Prepare the New Reserve Estimates, Mine Plan & Production Schedule for the Updated NICO Project Feasibility Study
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-28 16:47
Core Insights - Fortune Minerals Limited has engaged P&E Mining Consultants Inc. to update the Mineral Reserve estimates, mine plan, and production schedule for the NICO Project Feasibility Study, which is expected to benefit from higher metal prices, particularly gold and bismuth [1][3][5] Company Overview - Fortune Minerals is focused on developing the NICO cobalt-gold-bismuth-copper project located in the Northwest Territories and Alberta, which includes a planned open pit and underground mine along with a hydrometallurgical facility [1][14] - The NICO Project is the largest bismuth deposit globally, holding 12% of the world's reserves, while China controls 80% of global mine production and 90% of refined bismuth supply [8] Project Economics - The previous 2014 Feasibility Study identified Mineral Reserves of 33.1 million tonnes, including 1.1 million ounces of gold, 82.3 million pounds of cobalt, 102.1 million pounds of bismuth, and 27.2 million pounds of copper, supporting a 20-year mine life [5] - Current metal prices are significantly higher than those used in the 2014 study, with gold at approximately US$4,000 per ounce, cobalt at US$22 per pound, bismuth at US$17 per pound, and copper at US$5 per pound, which will enhance project revenues [5][10] Strategic Importance - The development of the NICO Project is aligned with North American efforts to strengthen critical mineral supply chain resilience and security, reducing dependence on foreign entities [2][7] - The project is positioned to be a reliable source of critical minerals essential for energy transition and technological advancements, with significant demand growth anticipated for bismuth in various applications [9][10] Future Plans - Fortune plans to produce cobalt sulfate heptahydrate at its Alberta facility for use in lithium-ion batteries, with cobalt being a critical component in various industries [10] - The company also owns the Sue-Dianne satellite deposit, which could provide additional mill feed to extend the life of the NICO concentrator [11][14]
Almonty to Acquire Strategic U.S. Tungsten Project in Beaverhead County, Montana
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-28 16:09
Core Viewpoint - Almonty Industries Inc. has announced the acquisition of the Gentung Browns Lake Tungsten Project in Montana for a total consideration of US$9,750,000, positioning itself for near-term tungsten production as early as the second half of 2026 [1][2][5] Acquisition Details - The acquisition involves a cash payment of US$750,000 and the issuance of US$9 million in common shares, with the share price determined on the signing day [3] - The transaction is subject to customary conditions, including stock exchange approval, and is expected to close around October 31, 2025 [4] Project Significance - The Gentung Browns Lake Tungsten Project is noted as one of the most advanced undeveloped tungsten assets in the U.S., with significant preparatory work already completed [2] - The project is located in a historic tungsten district that previously supplied the U.S. national strategic stockpile, providing existing infrastructure for production [2] Strategic Positioning - The acquisition allows Almonty to leverage its proprietary tungsten processing and mining technologies, expanding its footprint in the U.S. market [5] - As demand for tungsten grows in defense and manufacturing sectors, Almonty aims to strengthen its position as a leading non-Chinese supplier of tungsten concentrate [5][6]
Almonty to Acquire Strategic U.S. Tungsten Project in Beaverhead County, Montana
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-28 16:09
Core Viewpoint - Almonty Industries Inc. has announced the acquisition of the Gentung Browns Lake Tungsten Project in Montana for a total consideration of US$9,750,000, positioning itself for near-term tungsten production as early as the second half of 2026 [1][2][5]. Acquisition Details - The acquisition involves a cash payment of US$750,000 and the issuance of US$9 million in common shares, with the share price determined on the signing date [3]. - The transaction is subject to customary conditions, including stock exchange approval, and is expected to close around October 31, 2025 [4]. Project Significance - The Gentung Browns Lake Tungsten Project is noted as one of the most advanced undeveloped tungsten assets in the U.S., with significant preparatory work already completed by the current owners [2]. - The project is located in a historic tungsten district that previously supplied the U.S. national strategic stockpile, providing existing road access and infrastructure for efficient production [2]. Strategic Positioning - Lewis Black, Chairman and CEO of Almonty, emphasized that this acquisition allows the company to leverage its proprietary tungsten processing technologies and expand its footprint in the U.S. market, enhancing its position as a leading non-Chinese supplier of tungsten concentrate [5]. - The acquisition aligns with the growing demand for tungsten in defense and manufacturing sectors, which is expected to support a favorable pricing environment [5]. Company Overview - Almonty Industries is recognized as a leading supplier of conflict-free tungsten, critical for defense and advanced technology sectors, with its flagship Sangdong Mine in South Korea projected to supply over 80% of global non-China tungsten production upon reaching full capacity [6].
Trigon Metals Appoints Noureddine Mokaddem to Board of Directors
BusinesswireĀ· 2025-10-28 13:09
Core Points - Trigon Metals Inc. has appointed Noureddine Mokaddem to its board of directors, effective immediately, pending approval from the TSX Venture Exchange [1] - Mokaddem has 42 years of experience in the mining industry and has held leadership roles in various companies across Africa, Europe, and North America [2] - The appointment is expected to enhance Trigon's governance and support the development of the Addana project in Morocco, which is a historic artisanal mining area [3] Company Overview - Trigon Metals Inc. is a publicly-traded Canadian exploration and development company focused on copper and silver holdings in mining-friendly African jurisdictions [3] - The company holds the Kalahari Copperbelt Project in Namibia and is advancing two exploration projects in Morocco: Addana and Silver Hill [3] Upcoming Initiatives - Trigon Metals plans to commence its inaugural drill program at the Addana Project, targeting silver-lead polymetallic vein systems across a 112 km² permit package [8]