SSR Mining Inc. (SSRM:CA) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Overview
The earnings call presents a mixed picture. Positive elements include strong free cash flow, substantial liquidity, and optimistic Q4 expectations from Marigold. However, challenges such as Çöpler's restart delays, operational issues at Seabee, and permitting at CC&V present risks. The Q&A reveals management's focus on addressing these issues but lacks definitive timelines, particularly for Çöpler. The company's strategic focus on organic growth and disciplined M&A is promising but lacks immediate catalysts. Overall, the sentiment is neutral, with potential for slight positive movement if operational issues are resolved efficiently.
Key Financial Performance
Free Cash Flow (before working capital adjustments) $72 million, highlighting strong margins despite continued investment in growth initiatives.
Hod Maden Growth Capital $44 million spent year-to-date, on track for full-year guidance of $60 million to $100 million.
Gold Equivalent Ounces Produced (Q3) 103,000 ounces at an all-in sustaining cost (AISC) of $2,359 per ounce or $2,114 per ounce excluding Çöpler costs.
Gold Equivalent Ounces Sold (Q3) 105,000 ounces at an average realized gold price above $3,500 per ounce.
Net Income Attributable to Shareholders $65.4 million or $0.31 per diluted share, with adjusted net income of $68.4 million or $0.32 per diluted share.
Cash and Total Liquidity $409 million in cash and over $900 million in total liquidity, ensuring capacity to fund growth initiatives.
Marigold Gold Production (Q3) 36,000 ounces at an AISC of $1,840 per ounce, with challenges in ore blending due to fines.
CC&V Gold Production (Q3) 30,000 ounces at an AISC of $1,756 per ounce, generating nearly $115 million in asset-level free cash flow since acquisition.
Seabee Gold Production (Q3) 9,000 ounces at an AISC of $3,003 per ounce, reflecting focus on underground development and lower-than-expected grades.
Puna Silver Production (Q3) 2.4 million ounces at an AISC of $1,354 per ounce, with ongoing efforts to extend mining operations.
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Operating Highlights
Cripple Creek & Victor technical report: Expected to be ready for publication in the coming weeks, providing initial view of potential and featuring mineral reserves aligned with Amendment 14 expansion permit.
Hod Maden project: Spent $44 million advancing the project this year, on track for full year growth capital guidance of $60 million to $100 million. Comprehensive update and construction decision expected in coming months.
Buffalo Valley at Marigold, Porky at Seabee, and Cortaderas at Puna: Encouraging results from summer drill campaigns, aiming to emulate success of adding 3 years of mine life extension at Puna.
Gold equivalent ounces production: Produced 103,000 gold equivalent ounces in Q3, with full-year production expected in the lower half of guidance (410,000 to 480,000 ounces).
Average realized gold price: Sold 105,000 gold equivalent ounces at an average realized gold price above $3,500 per ounce.
All-in sustaining costs (AISC): Trending towards the high end of annual guidance due to higher gold prices impacting royalties and share-based compensation.
Free cash flow: Generated $72 million of free cash flow before working capital adjustments in Q3.
Cash and liquidity: Ended Q3 with $409 million in cash and total liquidity of over $900 million.
Çöpler mine restart: Progressing with government authorities to seek approvals for restarting the mine.
Technical reports for Cripple Creek & Victor and Hod Maden: Expected to showcase bright future and upside potential for these assets.
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Risk or Challenges
Production Guidance: The company is tracking to close out the year in the lower half of its production guidance, which could impact revenue and operational efficiency.
All-in Sustaining Costs (AISC): AISC is trending towards the high end of annual guidance due to higher gold prices affecting royalties and share-based compensation calculations, potentially squeezing margins.
Çöpler Mine Restart: The Çöpler mine remains offline, and the company is awaiting government approvals for a restart, which could delay revenue generation and operational stability.
Ore Blending at Marigold: Unexpected fines in the ore at Marigold require additional blending, which could impact recovery performance and operational efficiency.
Seabee Operations: Seabee experienced lower-than-expected grades and high AISC of $3,003 per ounce, reflecting operational challenges and potential cost pressures.
Permitting at CC&V: The advancement of permitting for additional heap leach capacity at CC&V is a bottleneck, potentially delaying resource conversion and long-term production plans.
Hod Maden Project: Significant capital investment is ongoing, but the project is still in preconstruction, with risks tied to construction decisions and future execution.
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Guidance & Outlook
Production Guidance: The company expects to close out the year in the lower half of its production guidance range of 410,000 to 480,000 gold equivalent ounces. A stronger fourth quarter is anticipated.
Cost Guidance: Full-year all-in sustaining costs (AISC) are trending towards the high end of the annual guidance range due to higher gold prices impacting royalties and share-based compensation.
Hod Maden Project: The company has spent $44 million year-to-date on advancing the project and remains on track for full-year growth capital guidance of $60 million to $100 million. An updated technical report and construction decision are expected in the coming months.
Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V): A technical report is expected in the fourth quarter, showcasing a 10+ year life of mine and significant mineral resource upside. Permitting for additional heap leach capacity is a key focus.
Marigold Mine: Work on the Buffalo Valley deposit is progressing positively, with expectations of a meaningful mine life extension opportunity. Efforts are also focused on improving ore blending to enhance recovery performance.
Seabee Mine: Production is expected to improve incrementally in the fourth quarter, with a focus on underground development to improve stope inventory. Updates on Porky targets are expected next year.
Puna Operations: Efforts are ongoing to extend mining at Chinchillas and evaluate the Cortaderas target. Further updates will be provided as warranted.
Çöpler Mine: The company is committed to restarting operations and is in close communication with government authorities to secure necessary approvals.
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Key Q&A
Q:What are the expectations for Q4, and is the strength coming from Marigold and CC&V?
A:Yes, the strength in Q4 is predominantly coming from Marigold. The company has been working on managing ore placement to achieve the best results for Marigold in Q4, including stacking ore on the new leach cell completed last quarter.
Q:Why did Seabee's grade come in lower than expected in Q3?
A:The lower grade was due to an increased proportion of material from the Gap Hanging Wall, which came in at a lower grade than expected. However, there were no surprises in the findings, and development efforts are ongoing to improve results in Q4.
Q:What is the status of discussions with regulatory bodies regarding Çöpler?
A:Discussions with regulatory bodies are progressing, focusing on technical aspects for approval of the storage facility and final closure of the heap leach pad. There has been increased public and community support for reopening, but this is not the primary driver for government approval.
Q:Is the company tracking the low end of the guidance range for Hod Maden, and are there any items being carried into 2026?
A:The company is likely to hit the midpoint of the guidance range for Hod Maden. The work is progressing well, and the comprehensive update to the technical report is on track. There are no significant items being carried into 2026.
Q:Will there be a mine plan published with the go-forward decision for Hod Maden, and is it tied to Çöpler's restart?
A:Yes, a comprehensive refresh of the technical report, including a mine plan, will be published. The go-forward decision for Hod Maden is not tied to Çöpler's restart as they are treated as mutually exclusive projects.
Q:What is the company's strategy for growth over the next five years?
A:The company remains focused on organic growth opportunities within its portfolio and value-accretive M&A opportunities. It prioritizes building on its core jurisdictions in Canada, the U.S., Argentina, and Turkey, maintaining a disciplined approach to strategic fits.
Q:Review of Unclear Management Responses
A:Management avoided providing a direct answer regarding the specific timing of Çöpler's restart, focusing instead on the sequence of events and ongoing discussions with regulators. Additionally, while discussing Hod Maden, they did not provide detailed financial specifics or exact timelines for the go-forward decision.
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