McEwen Mining(US:MUX)2025-05-08 16:02Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company's gross profit increased by 68% to CAD 10.1 million compared to Q1 2024 [5] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 38% to CAD 8.7 million [6] - Cash and cash equivalents grew to CAD 68.5 million from CAD 17.5 million [6] - Consolidated working capital improved to CAD 61 million from a negative CAD 6.5 million [6] - Total debt increased to CAD 130 million from CAD 40 million, while the debt cost of service decreased from 9.5% to 6% [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold Bar produced 10% more gold than budgeted at a cash cost 24% below the low end of annual guidance, with a cash cost of CAD 1,146 [4] - However, Gold Bar's all-in sustaining cost per ounce was approximately CAD 2,200 due to accelerated stripping costs of CAD 7.5 million [4][6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a positive outlook due to higher prices of gold, silver, and copper [3] - The 49% interest in the San Jose mine has resumed paying dividends, with expectations for more dividends throughout the year [4][18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to use funds from a capped call convertible note to advance the development of the Fox Complex, aiming for consolidated annual production of 225,000 to 255,000 ounces by 2030 [3] - Exploration programs are ongoing at both the Fox Complex and Gold Bar, with positive results expected [8] - The company is focusing on balancing reinvestment in the San Jose mine with returning value to shareholders [18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about improving production and cost per ounce for the remainder of the year [7] - The company anticipates that the feasibility study for Los Azules will enhance financials by capitalizing expenditures, which will improve the bottom line [31][32] - Management believes that higher gold prices will benefit the company significantly [38] Other Important Information - The company received a permit to construct a ramp to the underground at the Stock Mine, which is crucial for the Stock Complex expansion [8] - The company has spent over CAD 250 million on McEwen Copper since 2021, which could have been capitalized if the feasibility study had been completed earlier [34] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much cash or cash plus investments is held within the copper subsidiary? - The treasury for McEwen Copper is currently below GBP 10 million, and additional financing is expected as they move towards the feasibility study [11][12] Question: Is the $10 million enough to complete the feasibility study? - Additional runway will likely be needed to complete the feasibility study by July [12] Question: What is the status of dividends from San Jose? - Regular dialogue with Hochschild is ongoing, focusing on extending mine life while balancing reinvestment and shareholder returns [16][18] Question: What is the expected production timeline for the Stock Mine? - First production from the underground portion of the Stock Mine is anticipated in the last quarter of this year [20][22] Question: What is the timeframe and cost for bringing the Grey Fox mine back into production? - A study is underway to determine capital and operating costs, with a focus on permitting timelines [23][25][26]