Evolution Mining Limited (CAHPF) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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Overview
The earnings call reveals strong revenue growth guidance and optimistic long-term targets, such as a $5 billion annualized revenue by 2028. The Q&A section highlights strategic expansions and partnerships, like the amended agreement with Triple Flag, which are positive indicators. While some uncertainties exist, such as unclear CapEx estimates, the overall sentiment is positive due to strong guidance and strategic plans.
Key Financial Performance
Underlying profit More than doubled to $785 million, a 104% increase year-over-year. This was driven by stable and safe performance on plan, consistent production, and higher metal prices while maintaining strong cost control.
Group cash flow Increased by 123% to $608 million. This improvement was attributed to strong operational performance and higher metal prices.
Dividend per share Record dividend of $0.20 per share, up 186% year-over-year. This reflects the company's strong financial performance and commitment to rewarding shareholders.
Underlying EBITDA Achieved $1.6 billion, up 59% year-over-year. This was driven by consistent production, higher metal prices, and strong cost control.
Net mine cash flow Increased by 151% to $1.1 billion. This was due to operational performance and investments in long-life, high-margin operations.
Gearing Reduced from 30% to 6% over the last two years. This was achieved through significant debt repayment and improved cash generation.
Net debt Reduced from $1.6 billion to $362 million over the last two years. This was due to strong cash flow and debt repayment.
Cash balance $967 million, reflecting strong cash generation and financial health.
All-in sustaining costs Improved, contributing to higher margins and strong financial performance.
Operating cash flow Cowal delivered over $130 million in January alone, an annualized rate of $1.6 billion, driven by operational efficiency and higher metal prices.
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Operating Highlights
Approval of E22 at Northparkes and Bert at Ernest Henry: These projects are expected to utilize latent processing capacity and increase gold and copper production.
Coarse Particle Flotation (CPF) Circuit: A $75 million investment to improve copper recovery by 2% at Northparkes.
Expansion in Canada: Acquired two exploration targets in British Columbia with potential for large-scale projects.
Record Financial Performance: Underlying profit doubled to $785 million, group cash flow increased by 123% to $608 million, and dividends rose by 186% to $0.20 per share.
Operational Cash Flow: Cowal delivered $130 million in January alone, annualized at $1.6 billion.
Debt Reduction: Net debt reduced from $1.6 billion to $362 million over two years, with gearing down to 6%.
Capital Allocation Strategy: Increased planned capital investment for FY '27-'30 to $900 million-$1,100 million annually, focusing on high-return projects.
Copper Portfolio Growth: Investments in E22 and Bert projects to enhance copper production and capitalize on rising global demand.
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Risk or Challenges
Market Conditions: The company is exposed to fluctuations in metal prices, which could impact profitability and cash flow. While current prices are favorable, any downturn could adversely affect financial performance.
Capital Allocation: The company has increased its planned capital investment for FY '27 to '30 to between $900 million and $1,100 million per year. This significant investment carries risks of cost overruns or delays, which could impact financial stability.
Project Execution: The development of projects like E22 at Northparkes and Bert at Ernest Henry involves substantial capital and operational risks. Delays or technical challenges could affect timelines and returns.
Regulatory and Environmental Compliance: The company is expanding its Canadian footprint and undertaking new projects, which may expose it to regulatory and environmental compliance risks in different jurisdictions.
Supply Chain Disruptions: The execution of large-scale projects and ongoing operations could be impacted by supply chain disruptions, affecting timelines and costs.
Economic Uncertainties: Global economic conditions and demand for copper and gold could fluctuate, impacting the company's revenue and strategic plans.
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Guidance & Outlook
Capital Investment: Planned total capital investment for FY '27 to '30 is increased to between $900 million and $1,100 million per year, driven by the scale and scope of new projects such as coarse particle flotation and expansion study at Northparkes.
FY '26 Major Capital: Updated to between $500 million and $605 million, associated with starting investments in new projects and accelerated development of the E46 pit at Cowal.
Net Cash Position: The company is on track to move to a net cash position by the end of FY '26.
Dividend Policy: Targeting an annual average 50% payout of group cash flow, with a record interim dividend of $0.20 per share declared for FY '26.
Northparkes E22 Block Cave Project: Fully approved with a capital estimate of $545 million (Evolution share). First production is planned for the end of FY '30, sustaining mill feed at approximately 7.4 million tonnes per annum.
Coarse Particle Flotation (CPF) Project: A $75 million investment (Evolution share) to deliver a 2% increase in copper recovery, improving operational expenses and financial performance.
Northparkes Expansion Study: A $14 million study (Evolution share) to evaluate options for materially increasing mill throughput and assessing new open pit opportunities.
Ernest Henry Bert Project: Approved with a capital budget of $160 million. Commercial production is scheduled to begin in FY '29, enhancing copper and gold exposure.
Canadian Exploration Targets: Two quality exploration targets in British Columbia will be extensively drilled over the next 12 to 15 months, with potential to become Evolution-scale projects.
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Shareholder Return Plan
Record Dividends: The company announced a record dividend of $0.20 per share, which is a 186% increase compared to the previous year. This represents the 26th consecutive dividend payout and accounts for almost 20% of the total dividends declared over a 13-year period.
Dividend Policy: The company maintains a dividend policy targeting an annual average payout of 50% of group cash flow. The dividend reinvestment plan will continue to be offered with no discounts.
Shareholder Returns: The company emphasized its commitment to delivering high returns for shareholders through share price appreciation and dividends. Over $400 million in dividends will be paid in April.
Capital Allocation: The company has a disciplined approach to capital allocation, ensuring investments generate high rates of return while maintaining a strong balance sheet. This includes reinvesting in high-margin assets and rewarding shareholders.
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Key Q&A
Q:What is the capacity range being considered for the Northparkes plant expansion?
A:The capacity range being considered is anywhere from 7.5% to a full replication to 15. The study will determine the right size and scale of the plant to match the ore bodies over the next 10 to 20 years. A minimal achievable capacity of 10 is expected.
Q:What is the earliest timeline for bringing deposits like MJH forward at Northparkes?
A:The study will determine the sequencing, but the approach is to upsize the plant in one go rather than in stages. E22 would come online in FY '30-'31 and ramp up. MJH will follow the same sequence as initially planned, with progressive ramp-up to 10, 11, or 12.
Q:What works are needed at Cowal to reach the permitted capacity of 9.8?
A:The focus is on getting the three pits operating and the underground ramped up. The plant is not currently a constraint, and going above 8.8 is not in the immediate horizon.
Q:When will the expansion studies at Northparkes be completed?
A:The expansion studies will be finished by the end of FY '27.
Q:What is the significance of the amended agreement with Triple Flag over E44?
A:The amended agreement allows for the development of E44, which was previously not feasible under the original agreement. Triple Flag will assess ore bodies, mining methods, and attributable metals before committing to involvement.
Q:What is the improvement in copper recoveries due to flotation at Northparkes?
A:There is a 2% improvement from current performance.
Q:What is the ore haulage capacity included in the E22 project at Northparkes?
A:The ore haulage capacity is 6 million tonnes per annum, with optionality to go above that. The design includes flexibility for future expansion.
Q:What is the potential for other gold-dominant open pits at Northparkes?
A:The amended agreement with Triple Flag provides a pathway to explore and potentially develop other gold-dominant open pits like E28. Drilling programs will assess their size and scale.
Q:What is the mining method and crusher capacity for MJH at Northparkes?
A:MJH is expected to be a block cave. Options for the crusher material handling system are still under review.
Q:What are the metrics for the Bert deposit at Ernest Henry?
A:Bert will start production in '29 and reach full production in '30 for about 4.5 years. It will produce 700,000 tonnes of ore with grades of 0.9% copper and 0.8% gold. Operating costs are in line with normal stoping operations.
Q:How will exploration spend change with the addition of Canadian properties?
A:Exploration spend will increase by $10 million to $15 million, depending on the success of the program. This will be incremental and not reallocated from other projects.
Q:What is the impact of Cowal's OPC running ahead of schedule?
A:The impact is minimal, with only a couple of months' advancement. It allows for earlier work on E46 and brings mine development from FY '31-'32 into '29-'30.
Q:What are the main drivers of incremental CapEx over FY '27 and onwards?
A:The main drivers are Northparkes (E22, E48, coarse particle flotation, expansion study), Ernest Henry (Bert, studies below 775), and Cowal (southern wall work, secondhand village acquisition). Total incremental CapEx is around $490 million to $590 million.
Q:Why was the decision made to keep E22 at 6 million tonnes per annum?
A:The decision was based on the availability of other ore sources and the right size for the asset and capital investment. The design includes optionality for future expansion.
Q:What is the timeline for bringing new open pit ore sources at Northparkes?
A:E44 is expected to come online around FY '30. Other sources like Major Tom and E51 are being studied and sequenced.
Q:What is the potential for increased investment at Red Lake?
A:Red Lake has significant optionality and may see increased investment in areas like tailings reprocessing and the Bateman mill. However, it must compete for capital and demonstrate returns.
Q:What is the permitting status for E22 and the Northparkes mill expansion?
A:E22 is fully permitted. The mill is permitted to 8.6 million tonnes, and going above that will require approval, which will be considered in the expansion study.
Q:What is the updated CapEx estimate for the Northparkes mill expansion?
A:The previous estimate of $120 million has likely increased due to changes over the past two years. The study will determine the updated cost.
Q:What is the CapEx breakdown for E22 over the next five years?
A:The CapEx is almost evenly distributed, with a slow ramp-up in the first year and higher spending in FY '27-'29, peaking at $170-$180 million in '29.
Q:What is the status of recovery activities at Ernest Henry following the rainfall event?
A:The site is back up and running, with remediation work ongoing. Full run rate is expected by the end of March.
Q:Review of Unclear Management Responses
A:Management avoided providing specific details on the updated CapEx estimate for the Northparkes mill expansion, stating that the previous $120 million estimate has likely changed but did not provide a new figure. Additionally, they did not provide detailed operating cost metrics for the Bert deposit, deferring to follow-up discussions offline.
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