Triple Flag Precious Metals (TFPM) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Triple Flag achieved record adjusted EBITDA of CAD76 million in Q2 2025, with operating cash flow of CAD0.38 per share, reflecting strong margins exceeding 90% [3][4] - Operating cash flow per share increased by over 50% year over year, marking a new quarterly record [8] - The company exited the quarter with zero debt and expects to maintain a net cash position by the end of Q3 2025 [10][11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The portfolio produced nearly 29,000 GEOs in Q2, contributing to a record first half of over 57,000 GEOs, aligning with the 2025 sales guidance of 105,000 to 115,000 ounces [8][11] - North Park and Cerro Lindo remain the largest revenue contributors, with North Park achieving a record quarter due to higher open pit grades [11][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues were derived 100% from precious metals, with approximately two-thirds from gold, positioning the company favorably within the sector [12] - The company noted a strong rise in silver prices benefiting Cerro Lindo towards the end of the quarter [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on accretive acquisitions, including the recently completed acquisition of a 1% NSR royalty on the Arthur Gold project in Nevada, which is expected to provide long-term growth potential [5][6] - The capital allocation strategy emphasizes returns to shareholders, highlighted by a 5% increase in the annual dividend to CAD0.02 [9][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving 2025 guidance despite potential production declines from certain assets, citing a robust portfolio and upcoming production from new mines [16][36] - The company remains optimistic about the exploration potential at the Fletcher Zone, which nearly doubled the resource base at Beta Hunt [15][16] Other Important Information - The company maintains a strong balance sheet with total liquidity of nearly CAD1 billion, allowing for continued investment in growth opportunities [11] - The transaction pipeline is robust, with a focus on opportunities in safe jurisdictions, primarily in the Americas and Australia [40][49] Q&A Session Summary Question: What should we expect as steady state production from the Johnson Camp royalty? - Management indicated that while the Johnson Camp royalty is a small purchase, it provides incremental copper exposure, but no specific asset guidance will be provided [21][22] Question: What is the process for enforcing security on the stream with STEP Gold? - Management noted that the current arrears from STEP Gold are approximately USD8 million, and they have a good relationship with the management team, emphasizing confidence in their position [24][28] Question: How will production decline in 2026 be offset? - Management acknowledged potential declines but highlighted upcoming production from the Arcata mine and Johnson Camp mine as offsets, while refraining from specific asset guidance [34][36] Question: What is the current deal pipeline looking like? - Management described a full pipeline with a mix of larger and smaller opportunities, primarily in the CAD100 million to CAD300 million range, focusing on precious metals [38][40] Question: Is the focus still on safe jurisdictions? - Management confirmed that the focus remains on the Americas and Australia, with limited interest in opportunities in Africa [49]