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SIGMA LITHIUM REPORTS 2Q25 RESULTS: DELIVERS ON-TARGET PRODUCTION, FURTHER COST REDUCTIONS AND DELEVERAGING
Prnewswireยท 2025-08-15 07:19
Core Insights - Sigma Lithium Corporation reported its second-quarter results for 2025, highlighting a disciplined commercial strategy and operational resilience despite market volatility [3][4]. Production and Sales - The company achieved production volumes of 68,368 tonnes in Q2 2025, a 38% increase year-on-year, and slightly above the quarterly target of 67,500 tonnes [5][8]. - Sales volumes totaled 40,350 tonnes in Q2 2025, down 23% from Q2 2024 and down 34% compared to Q1 2025, primarily due to a strategy of withholding product during price volatility [7][8]. Financial Performance - Sales revenue for Q2 2025 was reported at $21.1 million, reflecting a 62% decrease year-on-year and a 56% decrease from Q1 2025 [5][7]. - The average revenue per tonne decreased to $524, a 51% decline compared to Q2 2024 [5][7]. - The company reported an EBITDA of $(16.9) million for Q2 2025, a significant decrease from $8.6 million in Q2 2024 [5][7]. Cost Management - The cost of sales was $23.6 million for Q2 2025, a 20% decrease compared to Q2 2024 [9]. - The all-in sustaining cash cost (AISC) was $594 per tonne, a 24% decrease year-on-year and below the target of $660 per tonne [6][11]. - CIF China cash operating costs averaged $442 per tonne, remaining 12% below the 2025 target of $500 per tonne [10][11]. Balance Sheet and Liquidity - As of June 30, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled $15.1 million, an 80% decrease from $75.3 million in Q2 2024 [12][30]. - The company reduced its short-term trade finance by approximately $6 million, bringing the balance to $45.5 million [13]. Expansion Plans - Sigma Lithium is progressing on its Phase 2 expansion project, which aims to double production capacity to 520,000 tonnes per year [15][17]. - The company is focused on strategic alignment and procurement to ensure readiness for the next construction milestones [16][18].