Aya Gold & Silver Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Aya Gold & Silver's CEO is Benoit La Salle, appointed in Apr 2020, has a tenure of 6.17 years. total yearly compensation is $1.57M, comprised of 28.4% salary and 71.6% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.25% of the company’s shares, worth CA$9.38M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 6.1 years and 3 years respectively.
Key information
Benoit La Salle
Chief executive officer
US$1.6m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 28.36% |
| CEO tenure | 6.2yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.3% |
| Management average tenure | 6.1yrs |
| Board average tenure | 3yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 13
AYA: High-Grade Moroccan Drilling Will Support Re Rating Of Undervalued Shares
Analysts now see Aya Gold & Silver's fair value at CA$34.75, compared with CA$33.86 previously, reflecting updated views on its revenue growth outlook, profit margins and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Aya Gold & Silver reported high grade exploration drill results near pit depth at the Zgounder Silver Mine in Morocco, with management indicating the mineralization supports ongoing project development.
Narrative Update • May 30
AYA: Boumadine Infill Drilling And Feasibility Work Will Drive Future Repricing
Analysts now set their average price target for Aya Gold & Silver at about CA$39.22, up from CA$38.86 previously, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Aya Gold & Silver reported new drill results from its ongoing infill program at the Boumadine Project in Morocco, with multiple high-grade silver equivalent intercepts along the 5.4 km Boumadine Main Trend.Analysis Article • May 22
Aya Gold & Silver's (TSE:AYA) Promising Earnings May Rest On Soft Foundations
Last week's profit announcement from Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) was underwhelming for investors, despite...Narrative Update • May 02
AYA: Boumadine Study Progress And High Grade Drilling Will Drive Repricing
Analysts have raised their CA$ price target range on Aya Gold & Silver from CA$5 to CA$7.50, citing updates to revenue growth assumptions, profit margin expectations, discount rate inputs and future P/E estimates. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a more constructive stance on Aya Gold & Silver, with bullish analysts revisiting their models and updating key valuation inputs such as revenue assumptions, profit margins, discount rates and future P/E estimates.Narrative Update • Apr 17
AYA: Boumadine And Zgounder Progress Will Support Re Rating Of Undervalued Shares
The analyst price target for Aya Gold & Silver has been raised to CA$33.86 from CA$33.64, with the change supported by several firms updating their models around future P/E assumptions and revised views on revenue growth and profit margins. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a cluster of higher price targets for Aya Gold & Silver, with several firms adjusting their models within a short time frame.Narrative Update • Mar 18
AYA: Higher Silver Output Will Support Re Rating Of Undervalued Shares
Aya Gold & Silver’s updated analyst price target has moved higher by CA$0.72, with analysts pointing to adjustments in fair value, discount rate assumptions, revenue growth expectations, profit margin estimates, and future P/E inputs, reflected across recent target increases from CA$4 to CA$10 at several major Canadian banks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research shows a series of higher price targets for Aya Gold & Silver, with individual moves of C$4, C$5, C$7.50, C$8, and C$10 across several large Canadian institutions.
Narrative Update • Mar 04
AYA: Higher Price Expectations Will Test Profit Delivery And Project Execution
Aya Gold & Silver's updated fair value estimate has moved from CA$18.56 to CA$29.00. This change reflects higher Street price targets from several firms as analysts factor in revised assumptions around discount rates, profitability, and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 18
AYA: Higher Silver Output And Exploration Success Will Support Undervalued Shares
Aya Gold & Silver's analyst fair value estimate has moved from CA$23.65 to CA$32.93, supported by a series of recent price target increases from firms such as Stifel, CIBC, BMO Capital, Scotiabank, and Raymond James that cite updated assumptions around growth, profitability, and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting their price targets in sizeable C$4 to C$10 increments, which signals greater conviction in the company’s ability to support a higher fair value over time.Narrative Update • Feb 04
AYA: Record Production And Boumadine Progress Will Drive Bullish Repricing
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Aya Gold & Silver has been modestly adjusted to reflect updated views on fair value, discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions, supported by recent Street research in which several firms raised their targets by C$4, C$8 and C$10. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Aya Gold & Silver reflects a cluster of price target increases, with adjustments of C$4, C$8 and C$10 from different firms.Analysis Article • Jan 23
There's Reason For Concern Over Aya Gold & Silver Inc.'s (TSE:AYA) Massive 27% Price Jump
Despite an already strong run, Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27% in...Narrative Update • Jan 20
AYA: Record Output And High Grade Discoveries Will Support Bullish Repricing
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Aya Gold & Silver from C$22.09 to C$38.99, citing updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, which align with recent price target increases from Raymond James and BMO Capital. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has highlighted a more optimistic stance on Aya Gold & Silver, with bullish analysts revisiting their models and adjusting fair value assumptions for the stock.Analysis Article • Jan 07
Aya Gold & Silver (TSE:AYA) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Narrative Update • Jan 06
AYA: Higher Metal Price Assumptions Will Test Cash Flow Resilience
Aya Gold & Silver's analyst fair value estimate has been revised higher to C$18.56 from C$14.15, as analysts adjust their targets to reflect updated price forecasts for gold and silver, along with revised expectations for growth, profitability and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has pointed to higher fair value ranges for Aya Gold & Silver, with updated targets reflecting new gold and silver price assumptions as well as refreshed expectations for growth and profitability.Narrative Update • Dec 15
AYA: Rising Precious Metal Prices Will Drive Undervalued Shares Despite Short Seller Pressure
Aya Gold & Silver's analyst price target has been raised from about C$23.10 to roughly C$23.65 per share, as analysts factor in higher long term gold and silver price assumptions, along with a richer sector valuation that supports a higher future earnings multiple despite slightly tempered growth and margin forecasts. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research shows a clear tilt toward more constructive views on Aya Gold & Silver, with several bullish analysts marking up their price targets to reflect stronger precious metal price assumptions and improving sector multiples.Narrative Update • Dec 01
AYA: Surging Precious Metal Prices Will Drive Share Momentum Through 2026
Aya Gold & Silver's analyst price target has increased, rising from C$23 to C$25. Analysts cite updated forecasts for higher gold and silver prices as key drivers for the revision.Analysis Article • Nov 29
After Leaping 29% Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSE:AYA) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 29% gain in the last month alone...Analysis Article • Nov 20
Aya Gold & Silver's (TSE:AYA) Conservative Accounting Might Explain Soft Earnings
Shareholders appeared unconcerned with Aya Gold & Silver Inc.'s ( TSE:AYA ) lackluster earnings report last week. Our...Narrative Update • Nov 17
AYA: Stronger Precious Metal Prices Will Drive Outperformance Into 2026
Aya Gold & Silver's analyst price target was recently raised, with the consensus increasing from C$22 to C$33. Analysts cite stronger forecasts for gold and silver prices, as well as improved profit margins and valuation multiples.Analysis Article • Nov 14
Analyst Forecasts For Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSE:AYA) Are Surging Higher
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making substantial...Narrative Update • Nov 01
AYA: Higher Metal Prices Will Drive Zgounder And Boumadine Potential
Aya Gold & Silver's analyst price target increased significantly from C$22 to C$33, as analysts cite higher precious metal price forecasts and recent strong performance in the sector. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst updates have highlighted both positive drivers and ongoing areas of caution for Aya Gold & Silver as the company benefits from a favorable metals market outlook and recent stock performance.Narrative Update • Oct 17
Zgounder And Boumadine Will Unlock Future Silver Potential
The analyst price target for Aya Gold & Silver has been raised from C$23 to C$25 per share. Analysts cite increased gold and silver price forecasts and strong sector performance as primary drivers for the upward revision.Narrative Update • Oct 03
Zgounder And Boumadine Will Unlock Future Silver Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for Aya Gold & Silver from $19.53 to $20.80. This change reflects updated expectations around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future earnings projections.Analysis Article • Sep 16
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Aya Gold & Silver Inc.'s (TSE:AYA) 34% Share Price Surge
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 34% after a shaky period...
Narrative Update • Sep 13
If silver reaches $100 per ounce
Latest info (Q2 2025): Shares outstanding: ~141.9M Cash: ~$114M Debt: ~C$100M H1 2025 production: ~2.1M oz silver (annualized ~4.2M oz, ramping toward 7M oz target) Cash costs: ~$20–22/oz (AISC likely a bit higher; I’ll model at $20 and $25/oz). Scenario 1: Silver = $100/oz At AISC = $25/oz Margin per ounce = $100 − $25 = $75 Annual FCF = 7,000,000 × 75 = $525M Valuation at 10× FCF = $5.25B → $36.99/share Valuation at 15× FCF = $7.88B → $55.48/share Valuation at 20× FCF = $10.50B → $73.96/share At AISC = $20/oz Margin per ounce = $100 − $20 = $80 Annual FCF = 7,000,000 × 80 = $560M Valuation at 10× FCF = $5.60B → $39.47/share Valuation at 15× FCF = $8.40B → $59.20/share Valuation at 20× FCF = $11.20B → $78.93/share Scenario 2: Silver = $150/oz At AISC = $25/oz Margin per ounce = $150 − $25 = $125 Annual FCF = 7,000,000 × 125 = $875M Valuation at 10× FCF = $8.75B → $61.68/share Valuation at 15× FCF = $13.13B → $92.52/share Valuation at 20× FCF = $17.50B → $123.36/share At AISC = $20/oz Margin per ounce = $150 − $20 = $130 Annual FCF = 7,000,000 × 130 = $910M Valuation at 10× FCF = $9.10B → $64.10/share Valuation at 15× FCF = $13.65B → $96.15/share Valuation at 20× FCF = $18.20B → $128.20/share So, depending on AISC, Aya Gold & Silver at $100/oz silver could trade between $37–$79/share , and at $150/oz silver between $62–$128/share , under 10–20× FCF multiples.Analysis Article • Apr 05
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSE:AYA) Shares Slammed 27% But Getting In Cheap Might Be Difficult Regardless
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough...
New Narrative • Feb 17
Expanded Zgounder Mine Expected To Begin Commercial Production By Late Q4 2024
Ramp-up to commercial production and efficient operations at Zgounder mine expected to significantly boost revenues and improve net margins.Analysis Article • Jan 20
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSE:AYA)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Aya Gold & Silver fair value estimate is CA$10.80 Aya Gold...Analysis Article • Dec 15
Here's Why Aya Gold & Silver (TSE:AYA) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Nov 18
The Price Is Right For Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSE:AYA) Even After Diving 33%
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 33% after a relatively good period...Analysis Article • Nov 06
Does Aya Gold & Silver (TSE:AYA) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Oct 04
Revenues Tell The Story For Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (TSE:AYA) As Its Stock Soars 29%
The Aya Gold & Silver Inc. ( TSE:AYA ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$87m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$2m | US$446k | US$46m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$10m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$12m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$7m | US$438k | -US$22m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$8m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$9m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$1m | US$350k | US$6m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$3m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$3m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$4m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$1m | US$346k | US$466k |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$2m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$2m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$3m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$1m | US$291k | -US$307k |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$871k |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$2m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$1m | US$151k | -US$2m |
Compensation vs Market: Benoit's total compensation ($USD1.57M) is below average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD3.16M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Benoit's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Benoit La Salle (71 yo)
6.2yrs
Tenure
US$1,572,703
Compensation
Mr. Benoit La Salle, CPA, FCA, FCPA & MBA, is the President and Chief Executive Officer at Aya Gold & Silver Inc. since April 24, 2020. He also serves as a Director at Aya Gold and Silver Inc. since April...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 6.2yrs | US$1.57m | 0.25% CA$ 9.4m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 6.1yrs | US$942.04k | 0% CA$ 0 | |
| Vice-President of Operations & Qualified Person | no data | US$608.30k | 0% CA$ 0 | |
| Chief Legal & Sustainability Officer and Corporate Secretary | 2.6yrs | US$609.70k | 0% CA$ 0 | |
| President & MD of Morocco | 6.2yrs | US$959.84k | 0% CA$ 0 | |
| Vice President of Corporate Development & Investor Relations | 6.1yrs | US$458.67k | 0.084% CA$ 3.1m | |
| Director of Corporate & Financial Communications | no data | no data | no data | |
| Director of Human Resources & General Affairs | no data | no data | no data | |
| Vice-President of Exploration & Qualified Person | no data | no data | no data | |
| Director of Technical Services | no data | no data | no data |
6.1yrs
Average Tenure
Experienced Management: AYA's management team is seasoned and experienced (6.1 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 6.2yrs | US$1.57m | 0.25% CA$ 9.4m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 7yrs | US$146.79k | 0% CA$ 0 | |
| Independent Director | 6yrs | US$136.05k | 0.025% CA$ 928.2k | |
| Independent Director | 1.2yrs | US$86.95k | 0.0035% CA$ 130.7k | |
| Independent Director | 3yrs | US$130.68k | 0.011% CA$ 403.8k | |
| Independent Chair of the Board | 2yrs | US$126.84k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 4yrs | US$130.68k | no data | |
| Independent Director | no data | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | no data | no data | 0.0031% CA$ 114.6k |
3.0yrs
Average Tenure
62yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: AYA's board of directors are considered experienced (3 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/15 17:25 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/15 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
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. is covered by 14 analysts. 6 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 |
|---|---|
| Bereket Berhe | Beacon Securities Limited |
| Kevin O'Halloran | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| null null | Cantor Fitzgerald Canada Corporation |