Buenaventura Announces Second Quarter and Six-Month 2021 Results

Rhea-AI Summary

Compañia de Minas Buenaventura (NYSE: BVN), Peru's largest precious metals mining company, reported significant growth for 2Q21 and the first half of 2021. Key highlights include:

• 2Q21 EBITDA from direct operations rose to US$ 66.9 million, a 153% increase from US$ 26.4 million in 2Q20.
• Net income hit US$ 37.5 million, reversing a US$ 15.6 million loss in 2Q20.
• Total revenues increased 146% to US$ 240.9 million.

The company also boosted exploration spend and strengthened its cash position to US$ 255.2 million.

Positive

• 2Q21 EBITDA from direct operations increased to US$ 66.9 million, up 153% from 2Q20.
• Net income for 2Q21 reached US$ 37.5 million, compared to a US$ 15.6 million net loss in 2Q20.
• Total revenues rose by 146% to US$ 240.9 million in 2Q21.
• Exploration expenditure increased significantly to US$ 14.5 million from US$ 2.5 million in 2Q20.
• Cash position strengthened to US$ 255.2 million as of June 30, 2021.

Negative

• COVID-19-related expenses impacted costs applicable to sales by US$ 30.8 million in 6M21.

Compañia de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A. (“Buenaventura” or “the Company”) (NYSE: BVN; Lima Stock Exchange: BUE.LM), Peru’s largest publicly-traded precious metals mining company, today announced results for the second quarter (2Q21) and six-month period ended June 30, 2021. All figures have been prepared in accordance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) on a non-GAAP basis and are stated in U.S. dollars (US$).

Second Quarter 2021 Highlights:

• 2Q21 EBITDA from direct operations reached US$ 66.9 million, compared to US$ 26.4 million reported in 2Q20.
• 2Q21 Adjusted EBITDA including associated companies reached US$ 229.7 million, compared to US$ 84.5 million in 2Q20.
• 2Q21 net income reached US$ 37.5 million, compared to a US$ 15.6 million net loss for the same period in 2020.
• 2Q21 exploration at operating units increased to US$ 14.5 million, compared to US$ 2.5 million in 2Q20. This increase was part of the Company’s revised strategy to increase exploration activities.
• 2Q21 capital expenditures were US$ 21.5 million, compared to US$ 11.6 million for the same period in 2020.
• Cost Applicable to Sales (CAS) for the 6M21 reflect a US$ 30.8 million impact due to COVID-19-related expenses. Said expenses are expected to decrease in the second half of 2021 with the increase of vaccinated workforce.
• Buenaventura’s cash position reached US$ 255.2 million as of June 30, 2021.
• On April 29, 2021, Cerro Verde paid a total dividend of US$ 200 million. Buenaventura received US$ 39.2 million relative to its stake in Cerro Verde.
• On July 23, 2021 the Company issued senior unsecured notes for an aggregate amount of US$ 550 million with a coupon rate of 5.5% per annum, due 2026.
• The net proceeds from the bond fully paid down the SUNAT dispute on July 30, 2021.

Financial Highlights (in millions of US$, except EPS figures):

	2Q21	2Q20	Var	6M21	6M20	Var
Total Revenues	240.9	97.8	146%	426.7	212.3	101%
Operating Income	8.9	-17.9	N.A.	-2.1	-77.5	97%
EBITDA Direct Operations	66.9	26.4	153%	105.2	19.7	435%
EBITDA Including Affiliates	229.7	84.5	172%	412.6	114.6	260%
Net Income	37.5	-19.1	N.A.	53.9	-99.5	N.A.
EPS	0.15	-0.08	N.A.	0.21	-0.39	N.A.

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As of June 30, 2021, Buenaventura had a weighted average number of shares outstanding of 253,986,867.

For a full version of Compañía de Minas Buenaventura Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Release, please visit: http://www.buenaventura.com/en/inversionistas

CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION:

Compañia de Minas Buenaventura will host a conference call on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 to discuss these results at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time / 9:00 a.m. Peru Time

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Company Description

Compañía de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A. is Peru’s largest, publicly traded, precious metals company and a major holder of mining rights in Peru. The Company is engaged in the mining, processing, development and exploration of gold and silver and other metals via wholly owned mines as well as through its participation in joint exploration projects.

Buenaventura currently operates several mines in Peru: Tambomayo*, Orcopampa*, Uchucchacua*, Julcani*, El Brocal, La Zanja and Coimolache.

The Company owns 43.65% of Minera Yanacocha S.R.L (a partnership with Newmont Mining Corporation), an important precious metal producer; 19.58% of Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde, an important Peruvian copper producer.

For a printed version of the Company’s 2020 Form 20-F, please contact the investor relations contacts on page 1 of this report, or download the PDF format file from the Company’s web site at www.buenaventura.com.

(*) Operations wholly owned by Buenaventura

Note on Forward-Looking Statements

This press release and related conference call contain, in addition to historical information, forward-looking statements including statements related to the Company’s ability to manage its business and liquidity during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company’s results of operations, including net revenues, earnings and cash flows, the Company’s ability to reduce costs and capital spending in response to the COVID-19 pandemic if needed, the Company’s balance sheet, liquidity and inventory position throughout and following the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company’s prospects for financial performance, growth and achievement of its long-term growth algorithm following the COVID-19 pandemic, future dividends and share repurchases.

This press release may also contain forward-looking information (as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) that involve risks and uncertainties, including those concerning the Company’s, Yanacocha’s and Cerro Verde’s costs and expenses, results of exploration, the continued improving efficiency of operations, prevailing market prices of gold, silver, copper and other metals mined, the success of joint ventures, estimates of future explorations, development and production, subsidiaries’ plans for capital expenditures, estimates of reserves and Peruvian political, economic, social and legal developments. These forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s view with respect to the Company’s, Yanacocha’s and Cerro Verde’s future financial performance. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors discussed elsewhere in this Press Release.

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FAQ

What were Buenaventura's total revenues in 2Q21?

Buenaventura's total revenues in 2Q21 reached US$ 240.9 million, marking a 146% increase from the previous year.

How much did Buenaventura earn in net income for 2Q21?

In 2Q21, Buenaventura reported a net income of US$ 37.5 million, reversing a loss of US$ 15.6 million in 2Q20.

What is Buenaventura's plan for exploration spending?

In 2Q21, Buenaventura increased exploration spending to US$ 14.5 million, reflecting a strategic focus on expanding its exploration activities.

How did COVID-19 affect Buenaventura's financials?

COVID-19-related expenses resulted in a US$ 30.8 million impact on costs applicable to sales in the first half of 2021.

What is Buenaventura's cash position as of June 30, 2021?

As of June 30, 2021, Buenaventura's cash position was US$ 255.2 million.