Andean Precious Metals Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Andean Precious Metals' CEO is Alberto Morales, appointed in Nov 2022, has a tenure of 3.5 years. total yearly compensation is $1.08M, comprised of 54.1% salary and 45.9% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 46.89% of the company’s shares, worth CA$485.14M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.3 years and 4.2 years respectively.
Key information
Alberto Morales
Chief executive officer
US$1.1m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 54.05% |
| CEO tenure | 3.5yrs |
| CEO ownership | 46.9% |
| Management average tenure | 3.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 4.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • May 15
Analysts Are Updating Their Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:APM) Estimates After Its First-Quarter Results
The investors in Andean Precious Metals Corp. 's ( TSE:APM ) will be rubbing their hands together with glee today...
Narrative Update • May 12
APM: Higher Production And Buy Rating Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average 12 month price target for Andean Precious Metals to CA$14 from CA$15, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, long term growth and profitability. Analyst Commentary Recent research keeps the 12 month outlook for Andean Precious Metals constructive overall, even with a lower target of CA$14.Narrative Update • Apr 27
APM: Production Outlook And Refined Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Andean Precious Metals to CA$14 from CA$15. This reflects updated views on fair value and discount rates while maintaining a constructive outlook on the shares.Narrative Update • Apr 05
APM: Refined Earnings Assumptions And Production Profile Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Andean Precious Metals to CA$14 from CA$15, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Analysts are recalibrating expectations for Andean Precious Metals, with the new CA$14 price target indicating refined views on earnings power and how much investors may be willing to pay for that earnings stream through the P/E multiple.Analysis Article • Apr 01
Andean Precious Metals' (TSE:APM) Earnings Aren't As Good As They Appear
Despite posting strong earnings, Andean Precious Metals Corp.'s ( TSE:APM ) stock didn't move much over the last week...Narrative Update • Mar 21
APM: Refined Assumptions And Production Outlook Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Andean Precious Metals to CA$14 from CA$15, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, growth and future P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts view the revised CA$14 target as still supportive of upside potential, suggesting that the shares may offer value if the company delivers on its operational plans and meets market expectations embedded in current P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 07
APM: Reset Expectations And Higher Margins Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Andean Precious Metals to CA$14 from CA$15, reflecting updated views on growth, margins, and the stock's future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research reflects a modest reset in expectations, with the price target moving to CA$14 from CA$15 while the positive rating on the shares remains in place.
New Narrative • Feb 27
Record Margins And Strong Balance Sheet Will Support Future Precious Metals Upside
Catalysts About Andean Precious Metals Andean Precious Metals operates silver and gold producing assets, including the San Bartolome operation in Bolivia and the Golden Queen mine, with a focus on efficient production and exploration driven growth. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Feb 19
APM: Equity Offering And Higher P E Multiple Will Support Upside
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Andean Precious Metals to CA$12.85 from CA$11.66, citing updated assumptions related to discount rates, profit margins and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Andean Precious Metals completed a follow on equity offering of common shares totaling CA$83.1075 million, with 7,915,000 shares priced at CA$10.50 each under Regulation S and Rule 144A (Key Developments).
New Narrative • Feb 13
Operational Setbacks And Policy Risks Will Define Mine Life Yet Leave Upside Potential
Catalysts About Andean Precious Metals Andean Precious Metals operates precious metals mines, with producing assets focused on silver and gold in Bolivia and the United States. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Feb 04
APM: Equity Raise And Arbitration Outcome Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Andean Precious Metals from US$11.89 to US$11.66. This reflects modest adjustments to their fair value estimate and discount rate assumptions, while keeping revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E expectations broadly in line with prior views.Narrative Update • Jan 21
APM: Fair Outlook Will Balance Arbitration Risk And Higher P/E Expectations
Analysts have raised their price target for Andean Precious Metals to US$11.89 from US$10.39, reflecting updated views on fair value, discount rate assumptions, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Silver Elephant Mining Corp.Narrative Update • Jan 06
APM: Steady Ore Sourcing And Expanded Drilling Will Support Balanced Prospects
Analysts have revised their price target on Andean Precious Metals to US$10.39 per share, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E multiple. What's in the News Silver Elephant Mining Corp.Narrative Update • Dec 15
APM: Ore Supply Shift And Drilling Progress Will Support Balanced Future Prospects
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Andean Precious Metals from approximately $9.92 to $10.39 per share, citing a higher expected future price to earnings multiple that more than offsets slightly softer assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins. What's in the News Completion of a five day arbitration hearing in Vancouver over an unpaid USD 1,000,000 additional consideration tied to prior silver price thresholds, with a final award expected before the end of 2025 (Silver Elephant arbitration) Phase 3 drilling at the Golden Queen mine progresses, with 20 core holes completed at the Hilltop area and all intersecting projected veins, supporting potential mine life extension and pit expansions (Golden Queen exploration update) Approval of an additional 3,800 metres of core drilling at Golden Queen, bringing total Phase 3 drilling to 8,100 metres to further define and expand current mining zones along strike (Golden Queen exploration update) Advancement of San Bartolome’s transition to a mineral purchase model, including implementation of a long term oxide ore supply agreement with COMIBOL and active community negotiations to secure permits and social licenses (San Bartolome and COMIBOL strategy) Exploration campaigns launched across multiple Bolivian projects, including Ánimas, Turqui, Santa Isabel, Tacobamba and Trapiche, targeting roughly 5,500 metres of shallow drilling and delineation of about 800,000 tonnes of new oxide material (Bolivia exploration programs) Valuation Changes Fair Value: increased modestly from CA$9.92 to CA$10.39 per share, reflecting a slightly higher intrinsic valuation.Narrative Update • Dec 01
APM: Ore Purchase Model And Drilling Expansion Will Support Upcoming Margin Gains
Analysts have raised their price target for Andean Precious Metals to $9.92 per share from the previous level. They cite improved profit margin forecasts and a lower anticipated future P/E ratio as key drivers of the revision.Analysis Article • Nov 28
We Like Andean Precious Metals' (TSE:APM) Returns And Here's How They're Trending
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...Narrative Update • Nov 17
APM: Drilling Progress And Long-Term Ore Supply Will Drive Performance
The analyst price target for Andean Precious Metals has edged higher from $9.89 to $9.92, as analysts anticipate modestly improved revenue growth but note a more cautious outlook for profit margins and future earnings multiples. What's in the News Phase 3 of the Golden Queen mine's 2025 exploration program is underway.Narrative Update • Nov 01
APM: Future Exploration Success And Ore Expansion Will Drive Shareholder Value
Analysts have raised their price target for Andean Precious Metals from $8.30 to $9.89, citing an updated outlook based on changing profit margin expectations and future earnings estimates. What's in the News Launched Phase 3 of the 2025 Golden Queen Exploration Program, drilling 3,903 metres at the Hilltop area and receiving positive assay results for 6 core holes.Narrative Update • Oct 17
Production Ramp-Up And Expanded Ore Supply Will Drive Future Opportunity
Analysts have raised their price target for Andean Precious Metals from $6.97 to $8.30, citing improved profit margin estimates and a more favorable earnings outlook. What's in the News Repurchased 1,483,800 shares for CAD 2.22 million from April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025, completing a total buyback of 2,101,921 shares since the January 2, 2025 announcement (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Oct 09
Subdued Growth No Barrier To Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:APM) With Shares Advancing 25%
Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:APM ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 25% gain in the last month...Narrative Update • Oct 03
Production Ramp-Up And Expanded Ore Supply Will Drive Future Opportunity
Analysts have raised their price target for Andean Precious Metals from $5.25 to $6.97 per share, reflecting updated forecasts and changes to underlying valuation assumptions. What's in the News Andean Precious Metals Corp.Analysis Article • Aug 19
Further Upside For Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:APM) Shares Could Introduce Price Risks After 26% Bounce
Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:APM ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month...Narrative Update • Aug 15
Production Ramp-Up And Expanded Ore Supply Will Drive Future Opportunity
Despite a notable decline in consensus revenue growth expectations and a sharp increase in the future P/E ratio, analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Andean Precious Metals, with the price target increasing from CA$4.92 to CA$5.25. What's in the News Reported Q2 gold production of 11,945 oz, down from 15,309 oz year-over-year.Analysis Article • Aug 01
Here's Why Andean Precious Metals (TSE:APM) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Jun 26
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:APM) Stock Rockets 44% But Many Are Still Ignoring The Company
Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:APM ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 44% gain in the last month...Analysis Article • Apr 30
Andean Precious Metals Corp.'s (TSE:APM) Shares Bounce 26% But Its Business Still Trails The Market
Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:APM ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month...Analysis Article • Apr 17
Here's Why Andean Precious Metals (TSE:APM) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Mar 27
Andean Precious Metals' (TSE:APM) Soft Earnings Don't Show The Whole Picture
The most recent earnings report from Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:APM ) was disappointing for shareholders. While...
New Narrative • Feb 19
Upgrades At Golden Queen Mine Will Increase Production Capacity, But Rising Costs May Pressure Future Margins
Integration and upgrades at Golden Queen mine could boost production and lower costs, enhancing revenue growth and profitability.Analysis Article • Feb 11
Market Might Still Lack Some Conviction On Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSE:APM) Even After 26% Share Price Boost
Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( TSE:APM ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 26% share price jump in...Analysis Article • Jan 03
Returns On Capital Signal Tricky Times Ahead For Andean Precious Metals (CVE:APM)
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect...Analysis Article • Dec 10
Is Andean Precious Metals (CVE:APM) Using Too Much Debt?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Nov 14
Investors Give Andean Precious Metals Corp. (CVE:APM) Shares A 38% Hiding
Andean Precious Metals Corp. ( CVE:APM ) shares have retraced a considerable 38% in the last month, reversing a fair...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$152m |
| Dec 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$118m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$77m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$42m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$1m | US$584k | US$19m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$59m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$51m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$42m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$867k | US$412k | US$35m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$3m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$6m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$12m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$59k | US$59k | -US$10m |
Compensation vs Market: Alberto's total compensation ($USD1.08M) is about average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD1.40M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Alberto's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Alberto Morales
3.5yrs
Tenure
US$1,080,901
Compensation
Mr. Alberto Morales is a Founder of Andean Precious Metals Corp. (formerly Buckhaven Capital Corp.) serves as its Executive Chairman since March 19, 2021. Mr. Morales serves as Chief Executive officer of A...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founder | 3.5yrs | US$1.08m | 46.89% CA$ 485.1m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 3.4yrs | US$440.85k | 0.49% CA$ 5.1m | |
| Chief Operating Officer | 2.2yrs | US$317.80k | 0.061% CA$ 633.3k | |
| Vice President of Legal & Administration | 3.3yrs | US$438.56k | 0.33% CA$ 3.4m | |
| Director of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief of Operations of South America | 3.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| President of Manquiri | no data | US$426.62k | 0% CA$ 0 | |
| Senior Vice President of Exploration | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Corporate Secretary & VP Corporate Governance | 3.3yrs | no data | 0.16% CA$ 1.7m | |
| Vice President of Finance & Corporate Controller | no data | no data | no data |
3.3yrs
Average Tenure
Experienced Management: APM's management team is considered experienced (3.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founder | 5.2yrs | US$1.08m | 46.89% CA$ 485.1m | |
| Independent Director | 4.2yrs | US$78.73k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 4.2yrs | US$84.46k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 2.3yrs | US$78.70k | 0.063% CA$ 652.7k | |
| Lead Independent Director | 4.8yrs | US$95.26k | 0.076% CA$ 786.6k |
4.2yrs
Average Tenure
69yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: APM's board of directors are considered experienced (4.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/25 23:01 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/25 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Andean Precious Metals Corp. is covered by 3 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Ben Pirie | Atrium Research |
| Allison Carson | Desjardins Securities Inc. |
| Justin Chan | SCP Resource Finance LP |