Core Viewpoint - The news highlights the significant acquisition by Luoyang Molybdenum Co., Ltd. (洛阳钼业) of Lumina Gold Corp. amid rising gold prices, indicating a strategic move to re-enter the gold mining sector after previously divesting its gold assets [2][6]. Company Summary - Luoyang Molybdenum announced a cash acquisition of Lumina Gold for approximately CAD 581 million (around RMB 307 million), representing a premium of over 40% compared to Lumina's closing price on April 17 [2][3]. - The acquisition includes the Cangrejos gold project in Ecuador, which has a resource estimate of 1.376 billion tons with an average gold grade of 0.46 g/t, containing 638 tons of gold [5]. - Following the acquisition, Luoyang Molybdenum will regain gold mining resources, having sold its previous gold asset, Northparkes Mines, in December 2023 [6]. Industry Summary - The gold market has seen a significant increase, with spot gold prices rising over 26% this year, reaching a peak of USD 3,500 per ounce [2][12]. - Luoyang Molybdenum's 2024 report indicates a revenue of RMB 213.029 billion, a year-on-year increase of 14.37%, and a net profit of RMB 13.532 billion, up 64.03% [9]. - The company aims to focus on new energy metals and other advantageous metals, aligning with its strategy to reserve quality projects and implement counter-cyclical acquisitions [12].

洛阳钼业此前已蛰伏数年，据贝壳财经记者梳理企业上一次引发市场关注的收购还需追溯至2020年末收购KFM铜钴矿。 在洛阳钼业（603993.SH/3993.HK）董事长袁宏林宣称要对新的重大机会窗口"做好准备、枕戈待旦"不到一个月后，公司公布将收购厄瓜多尔一金矿的消 息。 4月22日，洛阳钼业官网发布消息，将以5.81亿加元收购加拿大上市公司Lumina黄金（TSXV:LUM）全部已发行和未发行的所有普通股。 4月22日，洛阳钼业方面向贝壳财经记者确认了该桩交易，表示交易内容以公开信息为准。 洛阳钼业的交易对方为加拿大上市公司。2022年11月，加拿大政府要求三家中国锂矿企业限期剥离或撤销其在加拿大锂矿公司中的股权投资，这一消息曾引 发市场对于出海收购风险的担忧。 此次交易是否可能存在相似风险？洛阳钼业方面向贝壳财经记者表示，本次收购前，公司已做好各方面的充分评估，也已充分考虑到相关风险。后续，公司 将继续推进该项目的交割。 在收购利好的带动下，洛阳钼业4月22日A股涨4.05%，港股涨8.50%。 而洛阳钼业此次收购金矿背后，正值黄金价格持续创下新高。 4月22日，金价飙升并再度刷新历史纪录，现货黄金一度触及 ...

Group 1 - Luoyang Molybdenum announced the acquisition of all issued and unissued common shares of Lumina Gold for approximately CAD 581 million (about RMB 3 billion), with a per-share price of CAD 1.27, representing a 41% premium over the closing price on April 17 [1] - Lumina Gold's core asset is the Cangrejos project in Ecuador, which has a resource of 1.376 billion tons with an average gold grade of 0.46 g/t, containing 638 tons of gold, and reserves of 659 million tons with an average gold grade of 0.55 g/t, containing 359 tons of gold, with an expected mine life of 26 years [1] - The current gold market is bullish, with spot gold reaching USD 3,470 per ounce, a historical high, and Goldman Sachs predicting gold prices to rise to USD 3,700 per ounce by the end of 2025 and USD 4,000 per ounce by mid-2026 [1] Group 2 - Luoyang Molybdenum has extensive experience in overseas asset acquisitions, including the purchase of NPM copper-gold mine in Australia in 2013, CIL phosphate mine and NML niobium mine in Brazil in 2016, TFM copper-cobalt mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2016 and 2017 for nearly USD 3.8 billion, KFM copper-cobalt mine in 2020 for USD 550 million, and IXM mineral trading company in Switzerland [2] - In 2024, Luoyang Molybdenum reported a revenue of RMB 213.03 billion and a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 13.53 billion, a year-on-year increase of 64.03%, driven by significant increases in copper and cobalt production and rising copper prices [2] - The company’s core products include copper, cobalt, molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, and phosphate, with copper production reaching 650,200 tons, a 55% year-on-year increase, contributing approximately RMB 21 billion to gross profit, accounting for nearly 60% of total gross profit [2]

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company's revenue increased by 3.5% to RMB 303.6 billion, with profits rising by 53.7% to RMB 48.1 billion and net attributable profit up by 51.8% to RMB 32.1 billion [10] - Operating net cash flow rose by 32.6% to RMB 48.9 billion, while total assets increased by 15.6% year on year [11] - The share of net debt to EBITDA decreased by 28.6%, and the debt ratio dropped by 4.47% [11] - Earnings per share (EPS) increased by 51.3% year on year, and cash dividend payout rose by 53.5% [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Copper production reached 1,070,000 tonnes, contributing 45% to revenue, while gold output was 73 tonnes, contributing 30% [10][14] - Zinc production was 410,000 tonnes, with a gross profit margin of 41%, despite a 3.5% drop in output due to lower feed grades [15] - The gross profit margin for gold concentrate was nearly 68%, reflecting a significant increase over the previous year [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is ranked number four globally in copper output and number six in gold output, with significant growth in both resources and reserves [13][14] - The company faced rising costs in overseas operations but managed to reduce copper concentrate costs by 4.3% [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance its international operations management and consolidate global competitiveness while focusing on ESG initiatives [7][8] - Plans include accelerating the construction of copper, gold, and lithium projects to strengthen output growth foundations [7][8] - The strategic focus for 2025 includes achieving production targets of 1,150,000 tonnes of copper and 85 tonnes of gold [32][56] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged complex challenges in the operating environment but emphasized the importance of cost control and profitability [4][9] - The company is optimistic about future growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and resource expansion [49][56] - Management highlighted the need for continuous improvement in ESG practices to support sustainable growth [34][36] Other Important Information - The company reported a significant increase in social contributions, reaching RMB 7.5 billion, and dividend payments of RMB 9.7 billion [6][7] - The company is committed to responsible mining practices and aims to produce cleaner, more sustainable copper [12] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: How does the company participate in decision-making and supervision activities? - The independent director outlined participation through board meetings, site visits, and daily communications, emphasizing the importance of internal control and risk management [62][63] Question: What are the prospects for costs and expenses in 2025? - The CFO discussed the challenges of rising costs but expressed confidence in maintaining cost competitiveness through optimization and technological innovation [72][76] Question: What is the company's investment and acquisition strategy? - The chairman explained that the company will continue to pursue M&A opportunities while being prudent in selecting projects based on cost-effectiveness and resource potential [89][92] Question: What are the prospects for the lithium sector given the current market downturn? - Management confirmed that the adjustment in production guidance does not indicate a withdrawal from the sector, emphasizing ongoing commitment to improving technology and cost management [106][108] Question: What are the main achievements in resource expansion and future plans? - The company highlighted successful resource expansion efforts and outlined priorities for future growth, focusing on producing projects that can deliver profits [113]

高增长的逻辑：量价齐升。 （2024年业绩预告） 这个产量比2023年定下2024年的目标略低，当时预计矿产铜产量为111万吨，矿产金73.5吨，不过整 体上相差不大。 （资料来源：2023年年报） 从主要产品价格来看，黄金价格比铜价格涨幅更多： 作者 | 木盒 编辑 | 小白 1月22日，国内沪金再创历史新高，盘中一度最高触及648.86元/克，与此同时，紫金矿业公布了2024 年业绩预告：预计2024年归母净利润320亿，大增51.5%！ 核心原因是量价齐升，即主要的金属矿（金、铜等）价格在上涨，产量也在增加。比如2024年矿产铜 107万吨，比2023年101万吨增长6%；矿产金73吨，比2023年68万吨增长7.4%。 （1）伦敦黄金现货的价格大幅上涨，年度涨幅约28%，国内黄金现货价格也水涨船高，Au99.99全年 涨幅达30%左右，国内上期所黄金价格已经创新高； （伦铜期货价格，wind） （SHFE期货价格，wind） （2）2024年伦铜上涨2.6%，相对涨幅较小。 （LME铜价格，wind） 紫金矿业2025年计划的产量还继续增加：矿产铜115万吨，矿产金85吨，矿产锌（铅）44万吨，当量 ...