Hudbay Minerals Stock Price, News & Analysis

Hudbay Minerals (HBM) announced significant growth in mineral reserves, restoring nearly all mining depletion from 2021. The life of its Constancia and Snow Lake mines has been extended to 2038. Average annual copper production at Constancia is projected to reach 105,000 tonnes, a 35% increase from 2021, while gold production at Snow Lake is expected to exceed 180,000 ounces, a 55% rise. Exploration success at various sites, including Constancia Norte and Snow Lake, added substantial reserves, with a new scoping study revealing an inferred mineral resource of 6.5 million tonnes at 1.2% copper at Constancia Norte.

Hudbay Minerals reported strong fourth quarter and full-year 2021 results, with copper production reaching 99,470 tonnes and gold production hitting 193,783 ounces, representing increases of 4% and 55% respectively. Q4 revenue was a record $425.2 million, driven by higher base metal prices. However, net loss for Q4 was $10.5 million due to impairment charges and lower zinc production. The company forecasts a 17% increase in copper production for 2022 and expects significant growth in gold production as well. The construction of the New Britannia mill is complete and achieving operational ramp-up.

Hudbay Minerals Inc. (TSX, NYSE: HBM) will host a conference call on February 24, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter 2021 results and 2022 production and cost guidance. The results will be released on February 23, 2022, and an archived audio webcast will be available on the company's website. Hudbay is a diversified mining company focused on copper and zinc production across various locations, including Canada and Peru. The company aims to operate responsibly and sustainably while benefiting local communities.

Hudbay Minerals has announced an initial mineral resource estimate for its Copper World project, located near the Rosemont copper project in Arizona. The estimate includes 272 million tonnes of indicated resources at 0.36% copper and 142 million tonnes of inferred resources. Notably, there are high-grade deposits near the surface, including 96 million tonnes at 0.57% copper. The company is advancing a preliminary economic assessment expected in the first half of 2022. The project aims to support U.S. efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions while creating local jobs.

Hudbay Minerals has appointed Andre Lauzon as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective January 4, 2022. Lauzon will replace Cashel Meagher, who is departing the company. With over 25 years of mining experience, Lauzon has been instrumental in key projects in Manitoba and Arizona. The company also promoted Candace Brûlé to Vice President of Investor Relations, continuing her leadership in investor and media communications. Hudbay focuses on copper, zinc, and silver production while pursuing growth through existing properties and potential acquisitions.

Hudbay Minerals reported Q3 2021 financial results, generating $359.0 million in revenue and $119.3 million in adjusted EBITDA. Copper production reached 23,245 tonnes, while gold production surged 35% to a record 53,872 ounces. Cash costs per pound of copper improved by 26% to $0.62. Despite an overall net loss of $170.4 million, adjusted net earnings per share were $0.15. The company remains on track with its production guidance and has increased liquidity to $450 million following credit facility amendments.

Hudbay Minerals (HBM) will host a conference call on November 4, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its third quarter 2021 results. The company plans to release these results on November 3, 2021, accessible via its website. Interested parties can join the call by dialing 1-416-915-3239 or 1-800-319-4610. A webcast of the call will also be available online. Hudbay is a diversified mining company engaged in the production of copper concentrate, zinc metal, and operates several mines in Canada and Peru.

Hudbay Minerals Inc. (TSX, NYSE: HBM) has announced the ratification of new three-and-a-half year collective agreements by the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 7106 and Local 9338. This follows the approval of similar agreements by other unions at Hudbay's Manitoba operations in July 2021, completing the collective bargaining process for all six unions. Hudbay operates multiple mines and is focused on developing long-life, low-cost mining projects across the Americas.

Hudbay Minerals has announced promising exploration results from its Copper World project in Arizona, identifying three new deposits, bringing the total to seven. Significant copper mineralization was discovered, with drill hole #191 intersecting 404 feet of 1.50% copper from surface. The drill program, conducted between January and June 2021, is expected to increase the inferred resource estimate, with a preliminary economic assessment planned for 2022. The total drilling has expanded to over 200,000 feet, bolstered by an increased budget of $34 million.