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First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG, TSX: AG, FSE: FMV) is a distinguished mining company focused on silver and gold production in North America, particularly in Mexico. The company boasts ownership of three prolific mines: the San Dimas Silver/Gold Mine, the Santa Elena Silver/Gold Mine, and the La Encantada Silver Mine. First Majestic's operations extend to Northern Nevada with the Jerritt Canyon Gold Project, aligning with its aggressive development and acquisition strategy.
First Majestic's commitment to sustainable mining is reflected in its recent achievements. In Q4 2023, the company produced 6.6 million silver equivalent ounces, a 6% increase from the previous quarter, driven by remarkable production at Santa Elena. Their total 2023 production of 26.9 million AgEq ounces underscored resilience amidst challenges, notably at La Encantada due to water scarcity.
Environmentally and socially conscious, First Majestic improved its ESG score from 50.56 in 2022 to 31.0 in 2023, placing it in the top 38% of its industry peers. This was complemented by a robust safety record, with a Total Reportable Incident Frequency Rate (TRIFR) of 1.02 and Lost Time Incident Frequency Rate (LTIFR) of 0.34, marking significant improvements.
The company has also made strides in its operational infrastructure. The commissioning of its 100%-owned minting facility, First Mint, LLC, enables the production of investment-grade fine silver bullion. This initiative aims to integrate vertically into the bullion market, enhancing direct customer sales.
First Majestic's financial performance remains strong, with a cash and restricted cash balance of $229.3 million as of Q1 2024. The company continuously seeks to optimize its operations, reflected in its projected capital investments of $125.0 million for 2024, focusing on underground development, exploration, and property enhancements.
Looking ahead, First Majestic continues to prioritize exploration, with 188,500 meters of drilling planned for 2024. The company's vision of becoming a senior silver producer is supported by a solid foundation of development and the strategic expansion of its existing and new projects.
First Majestic Silver Corp. has received regulatory approval for a 12-month extension of its share repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back up to 10 million common shares, representing about 4.5% of its outstanding shares. The program aims to enhance shareholder value by increasing equity interests, especially when shares may not reflect the company's underlying value. The repurchase will occur through the Toronto Stock Exchange, with a daily limit on purchases. The previous repurchase program did not result in any share buybacks.
First Majestic Silver Corp. is acquiring Jerritt Canyon Canada Ltd. from Sprott Mining Inc. for $470 million in shares and 5 million share purchase warrants. This acquisition enhances First Majestic's operational platform in Nevada, an attractive mining jurisdiction, and strengthens its portfolio with expected pro forma production of 30-33 million silver equivalent ounces. The transaction includes a $30 million private placement from Eric Sprott, post-acquisition, owning approximately 13.1% of First Majestic's common shares.
First Majestic Silver Corp. (AG) has issued a detailed response to recent misleading Mexican media reports about its ongoing tax dispute with the Mexican government. The company asserts that it is compliant with tax regulations in both Canada and Mexico. Notably, First Majestic filed a NAFTA Request for Arbitration to resolve differences regarding the tax assessments, which total approximately US$260 million. The dispute arose from tax assessments on PEM based on market prices instead of actual revenue, contradicting the previously agreed Advance Pricing Agreement with Mexican tax authorities.
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