Andean Precious Metals' Subsidiary Secures $25 Million Revolving Line of Credit

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Andean Precious Metals Corp. secures a $25 million revolving line of credit with Banco Santander International to enhance financial flexibility. The LOC is backed by short-term investments and cash equivalents, offering support for general corporate purposes. With a strong year-end balance sheet and liquid assets of $72 million, including $65 million in cash, Andean aims to strengthen its position as a multi-asset mid-tier precious metals producer.

(All amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated)

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 29, 2024) - Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) ("Andean" or the "Company") announced that through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Andean PM, AB, it has entered into an agreement for a 12-month $25 million renewable secured revolving line of credit ("LOC") with Banco Santander International. The agreement is effective as of February 28, 2024.

The LOC provides for $25 million to be used for general corporate purposes and is secured by short-term investments and cash equivalents. It bears interest on any outstanding borrowings at the 3-month Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus 90 basis points.

"While we expect to maintain a strong year-end balance sheet as at December 31, 2023 with liquid assets of approximately $72 million, including an unaudited cash balance of $65 million, this LOC provides the Company with continued financial flexibility and builds on our treasury management capabilities as we pursue our vision of being a multi-asset mid-tier precious metals producer," stated Juan Carlos Sandoval, Andean's Chief Financial Officer.

About Andean Precious Metals

Andean is a growing precious metals producer focused on expanding into top-tier jurisdictions in the Americas. The Company owns and operates the San Bartolomé processing facility in Potosí, Bolivia and the Soledad Mountain mine in Kern County, California, and is well-funded to act on future growth opportunities. Andean's leadership team is committed to creating value; fostering safe, sustainable and responsible operations; and achieving its ambition to be a multi-asset, mid-tier precious metals producer.

For more information, please contact:

Trish Moran
VP Investor Relations
tmoran@andeanpm.com
T: +1 416 564 4290

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange, Inc. nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements and information in this release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable U.S. securities laws and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, which we refer to collectively as "forward-looking statements". Forward-looking statements are statements and information regarding possible events, conditions or results of operations that are based upon assumptions about future economic conditions and courses of action. All statements and information other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "seek", "expect", "anticipate", "budget", "plan", "estimate", "continue", "forecast", "intend", "believe", "predict", "potential", "target", "may", "could", "would", "might", "will" and similar words or phrases (including negative variations) suggesting future outcomes or statements regarding an outlook.

Forward-looking statements in this release include, but are not limited to, statements and information regarding the use of proceeds of the LOC and the expected impact on the Company's financial flexibility. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of material factors and assumptions, including, but not limited to: the Company's ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the Company's ability to secure and to meet obligations under property and option agreements and other material agreements; the timely receipt of required approvals and permits; that there is no material adverse change affecting the Company or its properties; that contracted parties provide goods or services in a timely manner; that no unusual geological or technical problems occur; that plant and equipment function as anticipated and that there is no material adverse change in the price of silver, costs associated with production or recovery. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. The Company believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements contained herein.

Some of the risks and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained in this release include, but are not limited to: risks and uncertainties relating to the interpretation of drill results, the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits and conclusions of economic evaluations; results of initial feasibility, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, and the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; risks relating to possible variations in reserves, resources, grade, planned mining dilution and ore loss, or recovery rates and changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; mining and development risks, including risks related to accidents, equipment breakdowns, labour disputes (including work stoppages and strikes) or other unanticipated difficulties with or interruptions in exploration and development; the potential for delays in exploration or development activities or the completion of feasibility studies; risks related to the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; risks related to commodity price and foreign exchange rate fluctuations; the uncertainty of profitability based upon the cyclical nature of the industry in which the Company operates; risks related to failure to obtain adequate financing on a timely basis and on acceptable terms or delays in obtaining governmental or local community approvals or in the completion of development or construction activities; risks related to environmental regulation and liability; political and regulatory risks associated with mining and exploration; risks related to the uncertain global economic environment; and other factors contained in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Management Discussion and Analysis dated November 29, 2023.

Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, you are cautioned that this list is not exhaustive and there may be other factors that the Company has not identified. Furthermore, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law.

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FAQ

What type of credit facility did Andean Precious Metals Corp. secure with Banco Santander International?

Andean Precious Metals Corp. secured a 12-month $25 million renewable secured revolving line of credit (LOC) with Banco Santander International.

What is the purpose of the $25 million LOC secured by Andean Precious Metals Corp.?

The $25 million LOC is intended for general corporate purposes and is backed by short-term investments and cash equivalents.

Who is the Chief Financial Officer of Andean Precious Metals Corp.?

Juan Carlos Sandoval is the Chief Financial Officer of Andean Precious Metals Corp.

What are the liquid assets and cash balance of Andean Precious Metals Corp. as of December 31, 2023?

Andean Precious Metals Corp. reported liquid assets of approximately $72 million, including an unaudited cash balance of $65 million as of December 31, 2023.

What is the interest rate on the outstanding borrowings of Andean Precious Metals Corp.'s LOC?

The LOC bears interest on any outstanding borrowings at the 3-month Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus 90 basis points.