Taseko Mines Limited - TGB STOCK NEWS

Taseko Mines Limited (TGB) has secured a US$50 million Revolving Credit Facility, arranged by National Bank of Canada, for working capital and corporate purposes. CEO Stuart McDonald stated the company expects to fund the Florence Copper Project from cash flow generated by existing operations, indicating no immediate need to draw from the facility. Additionally, the U.S. EPA plans to issue a draft Underground Injection Control permit, essential for construction of the Florence Copper Project, with no significant issues raised thus far.

Taseko Mines Limited (NYSE: TGB) reported significant financial improvements for Q2 2021, showing a net income of $13.4 million and adjusted EBITDA of $47.7 million, marking increases of 101% and 80% respectively over the previous quarter. Copper production rose by 20% to 26.8 million pounds, driven by strong market prices averaging US$4.40 per pound. The company maintains a robust cash position of $226 million, enabling continued investment in the Florence Copper project, which expects to become a low-impact copper producer. Taseko also solidified its copper price protection strategy for the upcoming year.

Taseko Mines Limited (TGB) is scheduled to release its second quarter 2021 financial results after market close on August 4, 2021. A telephone conference call and live webcast will follow on August 5, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time, where management will discuss the results and hold a Q&A session for analysts and investors. For access, participants can dial numbers specific to their regions or join online.

Taseko Mines Limited announced the sale of the Harmony Gold Project to JDS Gold Inc., a newly formed company, on July 12, 2021. Taseko will retain a 15% carried interest and a 2% net smelter return royalty on the project located on Graham Island, British Columbia. The agreement includes a provision for Taseko to regain full ownership if JDS fails to meet development milestones. Taseko's President emphasized the potential for shareholder value creation through this partnership, while JDS is optimistic about advancing the project due to its experience in mining development.

Taseko Mines Limited reported production results for its Gibraltar Mine on July 8, 2021. The mine produced 27 million pounds of copper and 400 thousand pounds of molybdenum in Q2 2021, marking a 20% increase in copper production from Q1, in line with expectations. Copper prices averaged US$4.40 per pound, the highest quarterly price ever. The company has extended its price protection through copper collars, securing a minimum price of US$4.00 and a ceiling of US$5.60 for 42 million pounds in H1 2022. Engineering work continues at the Florence Copper project, with a draft permit expected by the end of Q3.

Taseko Mines Limited (TGB) announced voting results from its 2021 Annual General Meeting held on June 17, where 141,179,859 shares, representing 49.9% of total shares, were voted. Shareholders approved all items, including election of directors. The company also confirmed the retirement of CEO Russell Hallbauer and COO John McManus, effective June 30, with President Stuart McDonald stepping into the CEO role. Richard Tremblay and Richard Weymark were promoted to Senior VP Operations and VP Engineering, respectively. Taseko achieved over $900 million in operating cash flow during Hallbauer’s tenure.

Taseko Mines Limited (TGB) reported strong earnings for Q1 2021, showing significant increases in Earnings from mining operations, which rose 412% to $30.3 million, and Adjusted EBITDA, up 344% to $23.7 million. Despite a net loss of $5.5 million, the company benefited from a decade-high copper price of approximately US$4.50 per pound. Production reached 22.2 million pounds of copper but was slightly below expectations due to lower head grades. The company anticipates improved performance in the second half of the year, supported by ongoing progress at the Florence Copper project and favorable market conditions.

Taseko Mines Limited (TGB) will release its first quarter 2021 financial results on May 5, 2021, after market close. A conference call and live webcast to discuss these results will take place on May 6, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET. Analysts and investors will have the opportunity to ask questions following management's opening remarks. The conference call will be accessible through multiple phone lines, and an archive will be available until May 20, 2021. For further details, visit tasekomines.com/investors/events.