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Background: Tungsten West Plc is a United Kingdom-based mining company focused on restarting production at the Hemerdon tungsten and tin mine (Hemerdon) in Devon, United Kingdom. Located seven miles north-east (NE) of Plymouth, near the village of Plympton, in Devon, England, the mine has been categorized as a world class deposit due to it’s scale within a global context.Read more

Analysis of Power Metal Resources Company Overview Power Metal Resources plc is a metals exploration company listed on the London Stock Exchange (AIM: POW). It focuses on identifying and developing large-scale mineral discoveries across a diversified portfolio of precious, base, and strategic metals, including uranium, gold, nickel, copper, and rare earth elements.Read more

Hochschild Mining – Overview Location : South America Production (2025) : Gold: 250,000 oz Silver: 8 million oz (excluding Pallancata C&M) AISC (Break-even) : Gold: ~$1,850/oz Silver: ~$24/oz Cash Flow Margin at $4,000 gold / $100 silver : Strong Debt : $350M $100M due in 2024 $89M cash on hand $200M additional credit available New & Future Projects Mara Rosa (Brazil) : 80,000 oz/year (low cost) Started in 2024 Royropata (Peru) : 100,000 oz AUEQ (3M oz silver/year) Starts in 2028 Monte Do Carmo (Brazil) : 90,000 oz gold Permitting stage – expected 2028 Volcan (Chile) : 9 million oz gold (.7 gpt) Potential 330K oz/year AISC: ~$1,000 Capex: $900M Production could begin 2028–2030 Not included in cash flow estimate (optional upside or sale) Ownership 50% owned by one family Dividends are a priority Unlikely to sell – growth focus Valuation at $4,000 Gold / $100 Silver Assume production from 2028 with 400K oz gold & 10M oz silver: Gold FCF : 400,000 oz × ($4,000 – $1,850) = $860M Silver FCF : 10,000,000 oz × ($100 – $24) = $760M Total Annual FCF ≈ $1.62B Valuation at 10x FCF = $16.2B Conclusion If Hochschild Mining executes on new projects and gold reaches $4,000/oz, silver hits $100/oz, the company could be worth over $16 billion. However, high debt, permitting risks, and political red flags (Argentina, Peru, Chile) may keep valuation multiples conservative.Read more

To calculate the potential stock price of Fresnillo if silver reaches $100 per oz, we can follow these steps: ### Assumptions and Inputs 1. Annual Silver Production: 55 million oz (projected for 2025).Read more

Catalysts About Accsys Technologies Accsys Technologies produces high performance, acetylated wood products for premium building applications worldwide. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Read more

Key Takeaways Strategic expansion and sustainability initiatives are set to drive revenue diversification, operational efficiency, and margin improvement as demand recovers. Exposure to housing and infrastructure, alongside urbanisation trends and environmental priorities, supports long-term construction demand and premium product growth.Read more

Key Takeaways Expanded production capacity and recent acquisitions support stronger market position, geographic reach, and enhanced profitability through increased efficiency and broader product offerings. Rising demand for sustainable packaging paired with innovation investments positions the company for long-term growth, improved margins, and resilience against competition.Read more

Key Takeaways Expansion in copper and lithium projects positions Rio Tinto to capitalize on electrification trends and demand for battery metals, enhancing future revenue growth and margin resilience. Operational efficiency, timely project delivery, and a high-quality asset base strengthen earnings stability, investor confidence, and access to premium contracts and capital.Read more

Key Takeaways Leadership in sustainable, bio-based chemicals and ongoing green R&D positions Croda to capture higher-margin market share amid rising eco-friendly product demand. Strategic expansion into emerging markets and partnerships with local brands drive sales growth, geographic diversification, and enhance revenue stability.Read more