Core Insights - SSR Mining Inc. (SSRM) has become the third-largest gold producer in the U.S. following the acquisition of the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine (CC&V) from Newmont Corporation (NEM) [1][5] - The CC&V mine is projected to contribute approximately 170,000 ounces of gold annually, with an expected output of 90,000-110,000 ounces for the period from March 1 to December 31, 2025 [2] - SSRM's total gold production for 2025 is anticipated to be between 320,000-380,000 ounces, including contributions from Seabee, Marigold, and CC&V [2] Company Expansion and Financial Metrics - The CC&V mine, located in Colorado, has over 1.3 million ounces of proven gold reserves and has produced more than 2.5 million ounces since Newmont's acquisition in 2015 [3] - The acquisition is expected to enhance SSRM's key per-share metrics, including NAV, gold production, mineral reserves, and free cash flow, thereby improving its investment profile [4] - SSRM now ranks behind Newmont and Barrick Mining Corporation in U.S. gold production, with Newmont projected to produce approximately 5.9 million ounces in 2025 and Barrick expecting 3.15-3.5 million ounces [5][6] Stock Performance and Valuation - Year-to-date, SSRM shares have increased by 82.4%, significantly outperforming the industry growth of 12.3% and the Basic Materials sector's rise of 11.5% [7] - SSRM is currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings multiple of 7.76X, compared to the industry average of 14.20X [9] - The consensus estimate for SSRM's earnings in 2025 is $1.25 per share, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 346%, with an estimate of $2.02 for 2026 indicating a 62% rise [10]