FIRST MAJESTIC SILVER CORP - AG STOCK NEWS

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG) has announced a Share Repurchase Program, approved by the Toronto Stock Exchange. The program allows the company to buy back up to 10,000,000 common shares, representing approximately 3.32% of its issued and outstanding shares, over a 12-month period from September 12, 2024, to September 11, 2025. Purchases will be made at prevailing market prices, with a daily maximum of 193,454 shares, subject to TSX rules. First Majestic believes this program will benefit shareholders by increasing their proportionate equity interest in the company when the market price doesn't fully reflect the underlying value of the business.

First Majestic Silver Corp. (AG) has announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire Gatos Silver, Inc. (GATO). The transaction values Gatos at approximately US$970 million, with Gatos shareholders receiving 2.550 First Majestic shares for each Gatos share. This represents a 16% premium based on closing prices and 20-day VWAPs as of September 4, 2024.

Key highlights of the merger include:

• Consolidation of three world-class silver mining districts in Mexico
• Combined annual production of 30-32 million ounces of silver-equivalent
• Expected annual free cash flow contribution of ~US$70 million from Gatos
• Creation of a 350,000-hectare prospective land package
• Pro forma market capitalization approaching US$3 billion

The transaction is expected to close in early 2025, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG) announced Q2 2024 financial results, highlighting production of 5.3 million silver equivalent ounces, a 2% increase from Q1. Quarterly revenues were $136.2 million, down 7% year-over-year due to higher silver inventory and lower production at some mines. The company reported improved mine operating earnings of $15.5 million, up from $1.1 million in Q2 2023. Cash costs were $15.29 per AgEq ounce, a 2% improvement year-over-year. First Majestic held 712,539 silver ounces in inventory valued at $20.9 million. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.0046 per share. Management anticipates further improvements in H2 2024 due to planned higher ore grades and throughput rates.

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG) has announced a significant new gold and silver discovery at its Santa Elena property in Sonora, Mexico. The Navidad vein system, located near the producing Ermitaño mine, has shown high-grade mineralization in initial drilling. Highlights include:

- 54.93 g/t Au and 399 g/t Ag over 1.82 m true thickness
- 10.13 g/t Au and 86 g/t Ag over 4.42 m true thickness
- 8.15 g/t Au and 427 g/t Ag over 4.78 m true thickness

The discovery has an apparent strike length of 750 m and a dip continuity of 225 m. Four drill rigs are currently focused on exploring the extent and grade of the Navidad mineralization, which remains open in all directions.

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG) reports Q2 2024 production of 5.3 million silver equivalent ounces, consisting of 2.1 million silver ounces and 39,339 gold ounces. This represents a 7% increase in silver and 9% increase in gold production compared to Q1 2024. Key highlights include:

1. La Encantada's silver production increased 28% due to improved water supply.
2. Santa Elena's production rose 13% to 2.6 million AgEq ounces.
3. San Dimas is converting to LNG for more reliable, lower-emission power.
4. The company maintains strong safety performance with low incident rates.
5. Updated 2024 guidance: 21.4 to 22.6 million AgEq ounces, with increased silver and slightly decreased gold production.

First Majestic also revised its cash cost guidance to $14.25-$14.68 per ounce and AISC to $20.36-$21.12 per AgEq ounce for 2024.

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG) announced positive results from its 2024 exploration program at the San Dimas Silver/Gold Mine in Durango State, Mexico. The drilling program aimed to test new mineral targets, expand resources, and convert resources to reserves. Key highlights include significant mineralization in the Perez, Sinaloa-Elia, Santa Regina, and Santa Teresa veins, with high-grade intercepts like 39.28 g/t Au and 1,905 g/t Ag over 1.76 meters. Specific noteworthy veins include intercepts such as 7.36 g/t Au and 1,129 g/t Ag over 6.72 meters in the Perez vein and 20.41 g/t Au and 1,702 g/t Ag over 2.15 meters in the Sinaloa-Elia vein. These results highlight San Dimas' potential for resource expansion and conversion, confirming the continuity and prospectivity of the veins targeted in the exploration program.

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG) released its 2023 Annual Report, celebrating its 20-year journey as one of the world's largest silver producers.

The report, titled '20 Years. The Silver Evolution,' outlines the company's vision, values, and financial performance. CEO Keith Neumeyer highlighted the company's growth despite challenges, emphasizing adaptability and resilience.

The full report is available on the company's website, and shareholders can request physical copies. The audited financial statements for 2023 are included in the report.

First Majestic Silver Corp., listed on NYSE and TSX under the symbol AG, has released its 2023 Sustainability Report. The report, aligned with SASB standards, highlights significant achievements in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance.

Key highlights include a 32% reduction in reportable injuries and a 51% reduction in lost-time injuries. The company also reported a 48% reduction in carbon footprint per tonne of ore processed and significant community investments benefiting nearly 11,000 people.

Other achievements include a 22% hiring rate for women, a 30% increase in community investments to US$1.3 million, and improved ESG scores, with a Sustainalytics score improving from 50.6 in 2022 to 31 in 2023, and an S&P Global CSA score rising from 25 to 31.

The report outlines the company's ongoing commitment to responsible corporate practices, with a forward-looking sustainability strategy and transparent reporting to uphold its values of trust, sustainability, and accountability.

First Majestic Silver announced a ticker symbol change on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) from 'FR' to 'AG', effective May 27, 2024. This change aligns their TSX symbol with their New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) symbol for better brand consistency across North American markets. Their Frankfurt Stock Exchange symbol, 'FMV', remains unchanged. Shareholders are not required to take any action; the CUSIP number and share certificates stay the same.