Compañía de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A. (BVN) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Overview
The earnings call highlights mixed signals: strong financial performance in Q1 2025, but production declines and increased costs in Q2 2025. The San Gabriel project shows promise, yet concerns arise due to unclear management responses and extended ramp-up timelines. Positive aspects include increased copper production and dividends from Cerro Verde. However, the market might react cautiously due to uncertainties in production and cost increases. Considering the company's market cap, these factors likely result in a neutral stock price movement.
Key Financial Performance
EBITDA $130 million in Q2 2025 compared to $107 million in Q2 2024, showing an increase due to improved operational performance.
Net Income $91 million in Q2 2025 compared to $71 million in Q2 2024, reflecting a positive year-over-year change.
Silver Production 3.6 million ounces in Q2 2025, 11% lower than 4 million ounces in Q2 2024, mainly due to lower production at Yumpag, Tambomayo, and Julcani.
Copper Production Increased by 28% year-over-year in Q2 2025, primarily due to halted operations at El Brocal in Q2 2024.
Gold Production 27,345 ounces in Q2 2025 compared to 33,819 ounces in Q2 2024, primarily due to decreased production at Tambomayo and Orcopampa, partially offset by increased production at La Zanja and El Brocal.
Cerro Verde Copper Concentrate Sale 20,000 metric tonnes sold by Q2 2025 out of an expected 40,000 metric tonnes for the full year.
Dividend Distribution from Cerro Verde $59 million announced on July 24, 2025, with a total of $108 million expected in August.
Total CapEx $107 million in Q2 2025, with $82 million allocated to the San Gabriel project.
Cash Position $589 million at the end of Q2 2025.
Total Debt $860 million at the end of Q2 2025, resulting in a leverage ratio of 0.56x.
All-in Sustaining Cost (Copper) Increased by 63% year-over-year in Q2 2025, primarily driven by lower by-product credit.
Cost Applicable to Sales (Copper, Silver, Gold) Copper cash increased due to slightly lower grades. Silver cash increased due to lower production at Julcani, Tambomayo, and Yumpag. Gold cash increased due to lower volumes and rates at Tambomayo and Orcopampa.
Free Cash Flow Decreased in Q2 2025, mainly driven by net cash outflows from investing activities and dividends paid to shareholders.
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Operating Highlights
San Gabriel Project: Achieved 88% overall progress by Q2 2025, with engineering, procurement, and construction nearing completion. Production of the first gold bar is expected in Q4 2025, subject to permit approvals.
Copper Concentrate Sales: Initiated the sale of Cerro Verde's copper concentrate, selling 20,000 metric tonnes by Q2 2025, with a total of 40,000 metric tonnes expected for the year.
EBITDA: Increased to $130 million in Q2 2025 from $107 million in Q2 2024.
Net Income: Increased to $91 million in Q2 2025 from $71 million in Q2 2024.
Silver Production: Decreased by 11% year-over-year to 3.6 million ounces in Q2 2025 due to lower production at Yumpag, Tambomayo, and Julcani.
Copper Production: Increased by 28% year-over-year due to resumed operations at El Brocal.
Gold Production: Decreased to 27,345 ounces in Q2 2025 from 33,819 ounces in Q2 2024, primarily due to lower production at Tambomayo and Orcopampa.
Financial Stability: Redeemed the remaining $149 million of 2026 bond, maintaining a cash position of $589 million and a leverage ratio of 0.56x.
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Risk or Challenges
Silver Production: Silver production decreased by 11% year-over-year, primarily due to lower production at Yumpag, Tambomayo, and Julcani.
Gold Production: Gold production decreased significantly, primarily due to reduced output at Tambomayo and Orcopampa, partially offset by increased production at La Zanja and El Brocal.
Copper Production Costs: All-in sustaining costs for copper increased by 63% year-over-year, driven by lower by-product credits and slightly lower grades.
Silver and Gold Costs: Costs applicable to sales for silver and gold increased due to lower production volumes and grades at key mines such as Julcani, Tambomayo, and Orcopampa.
San Gabriel Project: The San Gabriel project is 88% complete, but its milestones, including the production of the first gold bar, are contingent on timely permit approvals, posing a potential risk to project timelines.
Cash Flow and Debt: The company's cash position decreased due to significant CapEx investments in the San Gabriel project and dividend payments, while total debt remains high at $860 million.
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Guidance & Outlook
San Gabriel Project: The San Gabriel project has reached 88% overall completion as of Q2 2025. The company anticipates commencing the ramp-up phase in Q3 2025, followed by the production of the first gold bar in Q4 2025, subject to timely approval of necessary permits. The total CapEx for the project has reached $588 million.
Copper Concentrate Sales: Buenaventura initiated the sale of part of Cerro Verde's copper concentrate, with approximately 20,000 metric tonnes sold by the end of Q2 2025. The company expects to sell a total of approximately 40,000 metric tonnes for the full year 2025.
Dividend Distribution: Cerro Verde announced a new dividend distribution of $59 million on July 24, 2025, corresponding to Buenaventura's equity share. These dividends will be distributed in August 2025.
Production Outlook: The company is focused on stable and continuous production at its flagship operations, with optimization efforts to increase throughput. Exploration efforts are ongoing to extend the life of mine of its assets.
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Shareholder Return Plan
Cerro Verde Dividend Distribution: Cerro Verde announced a new dividend distribution of $59 million on July 24, corresponding to Buenaventura's equity share. These dividends will be distributed in August, resulting in a total of $108 million.
Dividends Received: The $49 million in dividends received from Cerro Verde are reflected in the operating cash flow. This dividend was received in April.
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Key Q&A
Q:Can you provide more details on the pending permits for San Gabriel and the expected timeline for the first bar production?
A:The authorities have been invited to visit the plant in September. The pending permit is simple and necessary to begin production. Management does not foresee significant risks and expects the first bar to be produced in Q4.
Q:What is the expected CapEx for San Gabriel in the second half of 2025 and 2026?
A:The total CapEx remains between $720 million and $750 million. Approximately $600 million has been disbursed as of June 2025, with an additional $130 million to $160 million expected by year-end.
Q:What is the expected timeline for ramp-up and reaching full capacity at San Gabriel?
A:The ramp-up will take all of 2026, with stabilization expected after that. Full capacity is estimated at 100,000 to 120,000 ounces.
Q:Has mining already started at San Gabriel, and is there an ore stockpile?
A:Yes, mining has started, and there is a stockpile of approximately 100,000 tonnes of ore with a grade of about 3 grams per tonne.
Q:Has the decrease in silver grades at Uchucchacua stabilized, and what is the cost outlook?
A:Seismic activity near the bottom of the mine has led to cautious operations. Additional backfilling is being done, and mining in the bottom area may resume in Q4. Costs are expected to improve by 10% by year-end as throughput increases to 2,000 tonnes per day.
Q:What is the strategy for El Brocal regarding ore grades and costs?
A:El Brocal is targeting 1.45% copper grades while prioritizing areas with higher gold and silver content. This strategy is expected to positively impact costs due to larger credits from gold and silver.
Q:How should the Cerro Verde copper concentrate purchases and sales be modeled?
A:The company has sold 20,000 tonnes in H1 and plans to sell another 20,000 tonnes in H2. The margin is approximately $2.4 million to $2.6 million for 20,000 tonnes. Sales go to the revenue line, and purchases go to the cost of sales.
Q:What is the status and timeline for the Trapiche project?
A:The environmental impact study is on track for approval by the end of 2025. The feasibility study is expected to be completed by mid-2026.
Q:What is the stockpile target for San Gabriel, and why is it being revised?
A:The initial target of 300,000 tonnes by October 2025 is being revised to around 200,000 tonnes. The focus is on mine development rather than building a large stockpile.
Q:What is the definition of commercial production for San Gabriel, and how long will it take to reach steady state?
A:Commercial production is defined as 20 days of continuous operation at 65% capacity, producing two gold bars. Steady state is expected in the second half of 2026, constrained by the tailings facility.
Q:What is the impact of road blockades on operations and the use of Cerro Verde dividends?
A:There have been no major issues from road blockades. The $300 million dividend from Cerro Verde will be used for CapEx, exploration, and potentially shareholder dividends.
Q:Review of Unclear Management Responses
A:Management avoided providing a clear answer on why the ramp-up for San Gabriel, a relatively small operation, would take an entire year. The explanation about tailings constraints and the V-shaped valley was detailed but lacked clarity on why alternative solutions were not feasible.
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