K92 Mining Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
K92 Mining's CEO is John Lewins, appointed in Aug 2017, has a tenure of 9.08 years. total yearly compensation is $3.35M, comprised of 25% salary and 75% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 2.04% of the company’s shares, worth CA$146.67M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 6 years and 6.8 years respectively.
Key information
John Lewins
Chief executive officer
US$3.4m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 24.98% |
| CEO tenure | 9.1yrs |
| CEO ownership | 2.0% |
| Management average tenure | 6yrs |
| Board average tenure | 6.8yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 07
KNT: Arakompa Discoveries And Production Execution Will Support Future Upside
K92 Mining's analyst price target has been revised from CA$36.68 to CA$34.40 as analysts adjust their models to reflect updated assumptions on growth, margins and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent revisions to K92 Mining's target price have prompted fresh discussion among analysts on how the stock's valuation lines up with execution risks and growth assumptions.
Narrative Update • Jul 24
KNT: High Grade Output And Arakompa Expansion Will Support Repricing
The analyst price target for K92 Mining has been revised from approximately CA$44.93 to CA$42.82, with analysts linking this change to updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What’s in the News for K92 Mining K92 Mining reported second quarter 2026 production of 46,093 ounces gold equivalent, including 42,931 ounces of gold, 1,780,506 lbs of copper and 50,109 ounces of silver, in an operating results announcement.
Narrative Update • Jul 09
KNT: Future Mine Ramp-Up And Exploration Results Are Expected To Support Cash Flows
Analysts have reduced their 12‑month price target for K92 Mining from CA$32.00 to CA$30.00, citing updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary on K92 Mining highlights a more cautious tone, with the trimmed CA$30.00 price target reflecting updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions.Analysis Article • Jun 20
K92 Mining (TSX:KNT) Stock Could Be 36.1% Undervalued After Arakompa Discovery
K92 Mining (TSX:KNT) is back in focus after a recent Arakompa update outlined a new discovery of near-surface mineralization, drawing attention to how this could influence future development options and planning. See our latest analysis for K92 Mining. At a current share price of CA$23.45, K92 Mining has seen short term volatility, with a 30 day share price return that declined 4.75%, but a 90 day share price return of 14.67% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 47.21% suggest momentum...Narrative Update • Jun 18
KNT: Arakompa Exploration Progress And Production Delivery Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have adjusted their fair value estimate for K92 Mining stock to CA$36.68 from CA$35.58, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples in their models. Analyst Commentary Analysts covering K92 Mining are updating their views in light of the new fair value estimate, with discussions centering on how the company can support this valuation through future execution and capital allocation decisions.Narrative Update • Jun 04
KNT: High Grade Output And Execution On 2026 Plan Will Support Repricing
Narrative update on K92 Mining The consensus analyst price target for K92 Mining has been adjusted slightly to around CA$44.93, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profit margins and a higher projected future P/E as analysts refresh their models. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts covering K92 Mining have been revisiting their models, using recent sector research as a framework for how they think about revised price targets, valuation support and execution risk.Narrative Update • May 20
KNT: Future Mine Expansions And Production Ramp Are Expected To Support Cash Flows
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for K92 Mining from CA$29.00 to CA$32.00 after a recent Street price target increase to CA$38.50. They cited updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth and future P/E expectations.Analysis Article • May 18
We Think That There Are Issues Underlying K92 Mining's (TSE:KNT) Earnings
K92 Mining Inc. ( TSE:KNT ) announced strong profits, but the stock was stagnant. Our analysis suggests that...Narrative Update • May 02
KNT: High Grade Output And Drilling Success Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have nudged their average price target for K92 Mining higher to CA$38.50, citing updated estimates that reflect slightly adjusted fair value assumptions, a marginally lower discount rate, and small tweaks to revenue growth, profit margin, and forward P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on K92 Mining points to a cluster of bullish analysts revisiting their assumptions and setting higher fair value markers, reflected in the new CA$38.50 price target.Narrative Update • Apr 18
KNT: High Grade Production And Drilling Progress Will Support Future Repricing
The analyst price target for K92 Mining has been raised from CA$39.00 to about CA$45.41, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples as key drivers of the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has centered on higher price targets for K92 Mining, with several bullish analysts revisiting their models and adjusting fair value estimates.Narrative Update • Apr 03
KNT: Higher Margins And Production Outlook Will Support Future Upside Potential
The analyst price target for K92 Mining has moved higher by about CA$1.50, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions that include a fair value of 35.58, a profit margin of 48.95%, and a future P/E of 10.89 as key supports for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on K92 Mining has centered on a series of price target changes in the C$25.50 to C$38.50 range.Narrative Update • Mar 20
KNT: Higher Production Visibility Will Support Future Cash Flow Sustainability
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for K92 Mining to CA$29.00 from CA$16.84, reflecting higher Street price targets and updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on K92 Mining has focused on higher price targets, with several firms adjusting their views in quick succession.Narrative Update • Mar 05
KNT: High Grade Expansion Drilling Will Support Future Bullish Repricing
The analyst fair value estimate for K92 Mining has been increased from CA$34.00 to CA$39.00. This change reflects a series of higher Street price targets as analysts update their models with revised discount rates, revenue growth assumptions, profit margins and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 19
KNT: Higher Production And Margin Improvements Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their average price target for K92 Mining by about CA$1.17, citing updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth, stronger profit margins, a modestly lower discount rate and a lower future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research on K92 Mining has centered on revised price targets and updated assumptions for revenue, margins, discount rates and future P/E levels.Narrative Update • Feb 05
KNT: Future Production Delivery And Richer P E Multiple Will Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for K92 Mining by about $4 per share, citing updated assumptions that include a slightly higher discount rate, a modestly higher revenue growth outlook, a small adjustment to profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple in line with a series of recent price target increases across BMO Capital, Scotiabank, Canaccord, and RBC Capital. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on K92 Mining has focused on higher price targets and updated assumptions, which feed directly into how analysts think about valuation, execution risk, and future growth potential.Analysis Article • Jan 29
K92 Mining Inc.'s (TSE:KNT) 28% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
K92 Mining Inc. ( TSE:KNT ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 28% gain in the last month alone. The...Narrative Update • Jan 22
KNT: Future Margin Strength And Production Delivery Will Support Measured Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price targets on K92 Mining, backing a higher fair value of $28.92 from $24.47. This is supported by updated assumptions for stronger revenue growth, wider profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple, as reflected in recent target increases from firms like RBC Capital and Canaccord.Narrative Update • Jan 08
KNT: Elevated Commodity Assumptions Will Pressure Future Cash Flow Support
Analysts have raised their price targets on K92 Mining, supporting an increase in the analyst fair value estimate from $14.15 to $16.84 as they factor in revised discount rates, updated revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and recent target hikes from C$21 to C$30 across several firms. Analyst Commentary Across recent research, K92 Mining has seen a series of higher price targets, with objectives in the C$21 to C$30 range.Narrative Update • Dec 21
KNT: Stage 3 Expansion And Stronger Output Will Support Bullish Repricing
K92 Mining's fair value estimate has been raised from C$22.00 to C$34.00, as analysts point to a series of higher price targets from the Street and stronger expectations for revenue growth, profitability and long term earnings multiples to support the valuation re rating. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have highlighted a series of constructive developments for K92 Mining, underscored by multiple upward revisions to price targets in recent weeks.Narrative Update • Dec 07
KNT: Future Margin Resilience Will Support Bullish Momentum Amid Expansion Progress
Analysts have nudged their average price target on K92 Mining slightly higher to about C$24.47 from roughly C$24.34, citing stronger projected revenue growth despite a modestly higher discount rate and slightly lower long term margin assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street updates on K92 Mining have been broadly constructive, with multiple firms lifting their price targets alongside reaffirmed positive ratings.Narrative Update • Nov 23
KNT: Future Margin Improvement Will Drive Bullish Momentum Amid Expansion Progress
K92 Mining's analyst price target has increased from C$23.63 to C$24.34. This change reflects stronger profit margin expectations and an improved sector outlook according to recent analyst updates.Narrative Update • Nov 07
KNT: Gold Price Outlook Will Drive Potential Upside as Expansion Launches
K92 Mining's analyst price target has increased from C$23.22 to C$23.63. This reflects improved profit margin and revenue growth expectations, as analysts cite stronger gold and silver price forecasts and healthy operating performance.Narrative Update • Oct 24
Rising Commodity Prices And New Discoveries Will Drive Future Expansions
K92 Mining's analyst price target has increased significantly from C$20.97 to C$23.22. Analysts cite strengthened commodity price outlooks and updated market conditions as primary drivers for the revision.Narrative Update • Oct 10
Stage Expansions And Upgrades Will Boost PNG Mining
Analysts have increased their price target for K92 Mining from C$19.74 to C$20.97. They cite updated gold and silver price forecasts and improved fundamentals for the company.Narrative Update • Sep 26
Stage Expansions And Upgrades Will Boost PNG Mining
K92 Mining’s analyst price target has been raised to CA$19.74, reflecting improved outlooks on cash flow generation, ongoing strong project execution, and enhanced confidence in management’s ability to deliver growth. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight the significant upside potential at K92 Mining, especially due to the high-quality Kainantu mine.Narrative Update • Sep 11
Stage Expansions And Upgrades Will Boost PNG Mining
Analysts have raised their price target for K92 Mining to CA$19.34, citing stronger production outlook, improved cash generation, and greater confidence in capital returns, reflecting upwardly revised fair value expectations. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight the magnitude of upside potential and improved quality outlook for the Kainantu mine.CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$362m |
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$317m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$3m | US$837k | US$270m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$251m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$211m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$178m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$3m | US$797k | US$111m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$76m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$29m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$31m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$4m | US$693k | US$33m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$26m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$30m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$26m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$3m | US$630k | US$36m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$38m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$40m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$39m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$2m | US$600k | US$27m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$27m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$39m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$2m | US$517k | US$42m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$54m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$44m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$32m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$1m | US$431k | US$33m |
Compensation vs Market: John's total compensation ($USD3.35M) is about average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD4.50M).
Compensation vs Earnings: John's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
John Lewins (68 yo)
9.1yrs
Tenure
US$3,350,382
Compensation
Mr. John Derek Lewins, B.Sc. (Mineral Eng), Grad Dip Management, serves as Member of Advisory Board of Lannister Mining Corp. He was an Independent Director of Great Pacific Gold Corp. (formerly known as F...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 9.1yrs | US$3.35m | 2.04% CA$ 146.7m | |
| President & COO | 3.7yrs | US$1.74m | 0.12% CA$ 8.8m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 10.3yrs | US$1.44m | 0.11% CA$ 8.1m | |
| Vice President - Exploration | 1.5yrs | US$617.01k | no data | |
| VP of Human Resources | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Geologist | 1.5yrs | no data | no data | |
| Corporate Secretary | 8.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive Director of External Affairs | 10.2yrs | no data | no data |
6.0yrs
Average Tenure
45yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: KNT's management team is seasoned and experienced (6 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 10.3yrs | US$3.35m | 2.04% CA$ 146.7m | |
| Non-Independent Director | 6.8yrs | US$178.82k | 0.072% CA$ 5.2m | |
| Independent Chairman of Board | 6.2yrs | US$246.90k | 0.28% CA$ 20.3m | |
| Independent Director | 10.3yrs | US$188.18k | 0.047% CA$ 3.4m | |
| Independent Director | 4.4yrs | US$187.49k | 0.013% CA$ 932.6k | |
| Independent Director | 10.3yrs | US$185.44k | 0.011% CA$ 784.3k | |
| Independent Director | less than a year | no data | no data |
6.8yrs
Average Tenure
62yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: KNT's board of directors are considered experienced (6.8 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/13 02:37 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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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
K92 Mining Inc. is covered by 23 analysts. 5 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 |
|---|---|
| Nicolas Dion | ATB Cormark |
| Richard Gray | ATB Cormark |
| Bereket Berhe | Beacon Securities Limited |