Release Date: November 08, 2024
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Q: Wes, can you confirm if Copper World is the only new asset rolling into the new guidance for 2029? A: Yes, Copper World is the new asset coming in during the 2029 period. There are other assets within the five-year period, including new transactions, but Copper World is the one moving forward into the five-year guidance.
Q: Are there limits on how much debt Wheaton is willing to carry in partnerships, especially with the Phoenix transaction? A: We are primarily a streaming company and will not chase situations where more value is tied up in debt. We aim to be stream dominant in terms of value, but there is an increased appetite for one-stop shop financing, which may include some debt.
Q: What are you seeing in terms of deal sizes and opportunities in the market? A: We are seeing a focus on single asset development stage opportunities, ranging from $100 million to $350 million. There are a few over $500 million, but they don't necessarily fit Wheaton's parameters. The majority of opportunities are in first-world jurisdictions.
Q: How do you view the potential for consolidation in the sector? A: We are cautious about consolidation as smaller streaming companies may have structural flaws in their assets. We focus on acquiring assets at or below NAV, and consolidation would require a significant premium, which may not be justified.
Q: Can you provide an update on the cobalt production ramp-up at Voisey's Bay? A: We are seeing a ramp-up with a 60% increase in grade and recovery. Full ramp-up of the underground operations will take about 18 months, with steady-state production expected to be around 2 million pounds annually by 2025-2026.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
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