Amerigo Res Stock Price, News & Analysis

Amerigo Resources Ltd. (ARREF) reported a strong operational quarter for Q1-2023, producing 16.5 million pounds of copper, exceeding guidance by 4.5%. The cash cost improved to $1.91 per pound, which is 11% lower than planned, primarily due to increased molybdenum credits. A notable return of $5.5 million was made to shareholders, marking the sixth consecutive quarterly dividend and the repurchase of 1.6 million shares. The copper price rose to $4.02 per pound, the highest since Q2-2022. By March 31, cash reserves stood at $43.9 million, with a significant reduction in debt to $24.5 million. Production from fresh tailings composed 61% of output, with the company maintaining an annual production target of 62.3 million pounds of copper. A planned nine-day maintenance shutdown is expected in May.

Amerigo Resources reported strong 2021 financial results, achieving a net income of $39.8 million and an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.22. With an annual EBITDA of $90.1 million and cash flow of $69.5 million, the company highlighted robust operational performance, driven by increased copper production of 63.4 million pounds and rising metal prices. A dividend of Cdn$0.03 per share was declared, offering an annual yield of 8.22%. Amerigo's improved financial health allowed for significant shareholder returns, including share buybacks totaling $11.6 million.

Amerigo Resources Ltd. (ARREF) reported a strong 2021 performance with copper production of 63.4 million pounds, exceeding guidance by 4%. The cash cost was $1.75/lb, 2% below expected levels. The company introduced dividends and share repurchase initiatives, returning $11.8 million to shareholders in Q4. Future guidance predicts production of 61.9 million pounds of copper in 2022 at a higher cash cost of $1.90/lb. The EBITDA is projected at $50 million, with potential impacts from fluctuating copper and molybdenum prices.

Amerigo Resources Ltd. (ARREF) has received TSX approval for a normal course issuer bid (NCIB), allowing the purchase of up to 10.75 million shares, approximately 6.14% of its outstanding shares, over the next year. This initiative, starting December 2, 2021, aims to enhance shareholder returns. The NCIB follows a previous substantial issuer bid where over 7.1 million shares were retired. Amerigo emphasizes that share repurchases are a beneficial capital use, with all purchased shares to be cancelled, indicating a commitment to shareholder value.

Amerigo Resources Ltd. (TSX: ARG; ARREF: OTC) announced the completion of its substantial issuer bid, purchasing 7,116,345 Common Shares at C$1.30 each, totaling C$9,251,248.50. This represents 3.91% of its issued shares, reducing the total issued and outstanding Common Shares to 174,844,733. The offer, which launched on September 29, 2021, expired on November 12, 2021. The company is also pursuing a Normal Course Issuer Bid to return additional capital to shareholders.

Amerigo Resources Ltd. (ARREF) announces the passing of director David Thomas, who joined the board in June 2021. Thomas brought over 40 years of mining industry experience, including roles at Kennecott Copper and Freeport Indonesia. His contributions to the Toromocho Copper Project were significant. Amerigo's Executive Chairman, Dr. Klaus Zeitler, expressed deep condolences, noting Thomas's invaluable technical knowledge. Amerigo operates in a long-term partnership with Codelco, producing copper and molybdenum concentrate from tailings at the MVC operation in Chile.