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Lundin Mining Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results23.02.2017 | 1:00 Uhr | Marketwired
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Feb. 22, 2017) - Lundin Mining Corporation (TSX:LUN)(OMX:LUMI) ("Lundin Mining" or the "Company") today reported cash flows of $107.9 million generated from operations in the quarter and $363.2 million for the year, not including the Company's attributable cash flows from Tenke Fungurume. Helped by higher metal prices at the end of the year and asset impairment reversals, net earnings attributable to Lundin Mining shareholders were $162.9 million ($0.23 per share) for the quarter ended December 31, 2016. For the year ended 2016, a net loss of $661.7 million ($0.92 per share) was attributable to shareholders, inclusive of a $772.1 million impairment taken on our investment in Tenke. Mr. Paul Conibear, President and CEO commented, "We are extremely proud of the performance achieved in 2016 in a very tough part of the metals cycle. We achieved the best ever safety performance across the Company. Delivery on production optimization initiatives and discretionary spending restraint measures enabled the Company to generate more than $360 million of operating cash flow resulting in a lower net debt position by year end. We enter 2017 in excellent shape in all regards. We have exploration upside and growth projects at each of our mine sites. Our financial strength and disciplined capital allocation enable us to continue to deliver superior shareholder returns through advancement of internal growth projects, rejuvenated exploration programs, and potential external growth opportunities." Summary financial results for the quarter and year-to -date:
Highlights Operational Performance 2016 cash costs1 at all our operations and total copper and nickel production met our most recent guidance with a marginal shortfall in zinc production for the year. Cash costs benefited from on-going spending restraint programs and higher by-product metal prices. Capital spending for the year was also in-line with most recent guidance, with actual spend of $187.6 million. Candelaria (80%): The Candelaria operations produced, on a 100% basis, 166,592 tonnes of copper, approximately 1,700,000 ounces of silver and 97,000 ounces of gold in concentrate. Copper production exceeded expectations on strong mill throughput and increased head grades. Copper cash costs of $1.31/lb for the year were lower than full year guidance of $1.35/lb. Construction of the Los Diques tailings dam facility continues on schedule and on budget. Of the total project forecast of $295 million, $130 million has been spent to date. All key construction permits are in place and main dam embankment construction is proceeding well. Eagle (100%): Eagle continued its robust performance, with both nickel (24,114 tonnes) and copper (23,417 tonnes) production meeting guidance. Nickel cash costs of $1.75/lb for the year were lower than guidance of $1.90/lb, benefiting from higher by-product sales and metal prices. The Eagle East Project advanced as planned, with Feasibility Study work proceeding in parallel with exploration ramp advancement and overall Eagle East mine permitting. Neves-Corvo (100%): Neves-Corvo produced 46,557 tonnes of copper and 69,527 tonnes of zinc for the year ended December 31, 2016. Zinc production marginally missed most recent production targets while copper production was impacted by variations in ore grade and characteristics in the fourth quarter. Copper cash costs of $1.54/lb for the year met the latest full-year guidance ($1.55/lb). Zinkgruvan (100%): Zinc production of 78,523 tonnes at Zinkgruvan was negatively impacted by lower than expected head grades in the fourth quarter and was slightly below the latest guidance. Cash costs for zinc of $0.37/lb were better than guidance ($0.40/lb). Tenke (24%): Tenke operations continue to perform well, with new records being set for copper and cobalt production. Lundin's attributable share of annual production included 51,826 tonnes of copper cathode and 3,853 tonnes of cobalt in hydroxide. The Company's attributable share of sales included 52,789 tonnes of copper at an average realized price of $2.15/lb and 3,998 tonnes of cobalt at an average realized price of $7.99/lb. Tenke operating cash costs for the year ended December 31, 2016 were $1.23/lb of copper sold, better than the latest guidance ($1.26/lb). Cash distributions received during the year from Tenke were $60.4 million, with an additional $9.3 million received from the Freeport Cobalt operations. Total Tenke related distributions to the Company of $69.7 million were received for the year, exceeding our most recent guidance range of $50 million to $60 million. 1 Cash cost/lb of copper, zinc and nickel are non-GAAP measures defined as all cash costs directly attributable to mining operations, less royalties and by-product credits. Financial Performance
Corporate Highlights
Financial Position and Financing
Outlook Production, cash cost, capital expenditures and exploration guidance for 2017 remains unchanged from that provided on November 30, 2016 (see news release entitled "Lundin Mining Provides Operating Outlook"). Annual guidance has not been provided for Tenke, given the agreement to sell Lundin Mining's indirect interest. 2017 Production and Cost Guidance
2017 Capital Expenditure Guidance Capital expenditures, excluding capitalized interest, are expected to be $405 million, as outlined below.
Exploration Investment Exploration expenditures are expected to approximate $65 million in 2017. On Behalf of the Board, The information in this release is subject to the disclosure requirements of Lundin Mining under the EU Market Abuse Regulation. This information was publically communicated on February 22, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Cautionary Statement in Forward-Looking Information and Non-GAAP performance measures Certain of the statements made and information contained herein is "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. This report includes, but is not limited to, forward looking statements with respect to the Company's estimated annual metal production, cash costs, exploration expenditures and capital expenditures, as noted in the Outlook section and elsewhere in this document. These estimates and other forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, risks and uncertainties relating to estimated operating and cash costs, foreign currency fluctuations; risks inherent in mining including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected geological formations, ground control problems and flooding; including risks associated with the estimation of mineral resources and reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; the potential for and effects of labour disputes or other unanticipated difficulties with or shortages of labour or interruptions in production; actual ore mined varying from estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution and metallurgical and other characteristics; the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses, and commodity price fluctuations; uncertain political and economic environments; changes in laws or policies, foreign taxation, delays or the inability to obtain necessary governmental permits; and other risks and uncertainties, including those described under Risk Factors Relating to the Company's Business in the Company's Annual Information Form. In addition, forward-looking information is based on various assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management, the assumed price of copper, nickel, zinc and other metals; that the Company can access financing, appropriate equipment and sufficient labour and that the political environment where the Company operates will continue to support the development and operation of mining projects. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Certain financial measures contained herein, such as operating earnings, net debt and cash costs, have no meaning within generally accepted accounting principles under IFRS and therefore amounts presented may not be comparable to similar data presented by other mining companies. This data is intended to provide additional information and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures or performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. Contact Mark Turner Dieser Artikel stammt von Rohstoff-Welt.de
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