Canada · Delayed Price · Currency is CAD Ivanhoe Mines Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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Western Forelands' copper resource has grown 30% year-over-year to 12 million tons, with high grades and low discovery costs. Ongoing drilling and phased development aim for shovel-ready open pit operations by 2028, while exploration learnings are expanding the global portfolio.
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Q2 2026 saw strong copper and zinc production, with Kamoa-Kakula and Kipushi delivering record outputs and maintaining low cash costs despite higher diesel prices. Solar power ramp-up and surging sulfuric acid prices are set to boost margins and cash flow in H2.
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The meeting covered strong 2025 production and financial results, approval of all resolutions, and updates on major projects and expansions. Management addressed operational questions, outlined cost guidance, and discussed ongoing exploration and infrastructure ramp-ups.
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Q1 2026 saw record copper and zinc production, strong EBITDA, and robust liquidity, driven by high commodity prices and smelter ramp-up. Renewable energy projects advanced, and guidance for all major projects was reaffirmed, with continued exploration and expansion plans.
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Redevelopment at Kamoa-Kakula is progressing, with updated mine designs, new geotechnical standards, and a focus on long-term, high-grade copper production. Production guidance for 2026-2027 is reduced, but steady-state output above 500,000 tons is targeted from 2028, supported by operational improvements and ESG initiatives.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Record revenue and EBITDA driven by Kamoa-Kakula and Kipushi, with major milestones including Africa's largest copper smelter commissioning, Platreef mine inauguration, and strong liquidity. Guidance points to higher sales, lower costs, and significant expansions across all assets.
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Q3 saw major milestones with first ore at Platreef, a $500M Qatar investment, and strong progress on Kamoa-Kakula's recovery. Revenue and EBITDA were impacted by lower grades, but guidance remains intact and key projects are advancing on schedule.
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Q2 2025 saw strong cash flow and resilient operations despite seismic disruption at Kamoa-Kakula, with smelter commissioning set for September and major safety milestones achieved. Guidance was revised for higher cash costs and lower grades, but long-term outlook remains robust.
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Record Q1 revenue and EBITDA driven by strong copper output and improved power stability. Smelter commissioning and production optimizations set to boost future results, with guidance maintained and major growth projects advancing.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Record copper and zinc production, strong revenue and EBITDA growth, and major project milestones were achieved in 2024. Guidance for 2025 and beyond targets further production increases and cost reductions, with significant progress on smelter, power, and expansion projects.
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Record Q3 copper production and revenue were achieved despite power challenges, with phase III ramp-up completed and smelter commissioning on track for early 2025. Guidance for 2024 was revised lower, but strong growth is expected from 2025 as new projects come online.
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Record copper production and EBITDA were achieved in Q2, with strong cost control and major project milestones including Phase III ramp-up and first dividend declaration. Power stability and growth projects underpin a positive outlook, while capital intensity remains industry-leading.