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Founded in 2004, Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE: WPM) has established itself as the leading precious metals streaming company globally. Wheaton’s unique business model involves purchasing all or a portion of the silver and/or gold production from high-quality mines in exchange for an upfront payment. This allows Wheaton to acquire precious metals at a low fixed cost, significantly reducing the risks commonly associated with traditional mining operations.
Wheaton has secured over 20 long-term purchase agreements with 17 different mining companies. These agreements span approximately 19 operating mines and nine development projects. Some of the notable projects in Wheaton’s portfolio include the Salobo mine owned by Vale, the Antamina mine operated by Glencore, and Goldcorp’s Peñasquito mine.
Recently, Wheaton announced the acquisition of a silver stream from the Mineral Park Mine in Arizona, USA, owned by Waterton Copper. This addition is expected to enhance Wheaton’s portfolio significantly, allowing the company to leverage its historical knowledge of the mine to assist in bringing it back into production sustainably.
As of June 30, 2023, Wheaton reported having approximately $829 million in cash on hand. This financial position, combined with a $2 billion revolving term loan, ensures that Wheaton is well-equipped to fund current and future acquisitions. The company’s business model not only provides leverage to commodity prices but also offers exploration upside while maintaining a lower risk profile. This has allowed Wheaton to consistently outperform other mining investments.
Wheaton is committed to strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. The company has a robust ESG framework and actively contributes to the communities where it operates. With a focus on long-life, low-cost assets, Wheaton creates sustainable value for all stakeholders through its streaming agreements.
In the latest financial results, Wheaton delivered a strong quarter with $219 million in operating cash flows for Q1 2024. The company forecasts a 40% increase in production by 2028, driven by multiple development projects achieving significant milestones. Wheaton continues to pursue accretive acquisitions, ensuring sustainable growth and value creation for its shareholders.
Wheaton Precious Metals announced its inclusion in Corporate Knights' 2024 Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada, placing among the top 10. This ranking evaluates companies on 25 key performance indicators, with 50% of the score linked to sustainable revenue and investments. Wheaton's CEO, Randy Smallwood, emphasized the company's dedication to societal contribution and supporting responsible mining partners. Earlier in 2024, Wheaton also featured in Corporate Knights' 100 most sustainable corporations globally.
Wheaton Precious Metals published its 2023 Climate Change Report, aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) guidelines.
The Report highlights Wheaton's efforts and commitments towards climate change, emphasizing significant strides in reducing Scope 3 financed emissions, with 87% now covered by reduction goals aligned with a 2°C or less target, marking a 19% increase from the previous year.
Additionally, over 70% of Wheaton's revenue comes from mines producing metals essential for the clean energy transition. The company is also exploring new opportunities to finance responsible mining operations that contribute to a low-carbon future.
Wheaton's Climate Change Report complements their 2023 Sustainability Report, reinforcing their dedication to transparent environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting.
The firm is proactively integrating International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) guidelines to enhance sustainability and climate-related financial disclosures.
Wheaton Precious Metals has published its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) commitments and achievements. The report details Wheaton's progress in integrating ESG into its operations, including recognition as a top-rated ESG performer by several organizations. Key achievements include a significant increase in emission reduction targets, improved diversity in the workforce and board, and substantial community investments totaling over US$6.9 million in 2023. The report also notes the evolution of the CSO role for better ESG oversight and the screening of all new streaming agreements for ESG risks. Wheaton's approach aligns with standards from SASB, GRI, and TCFD, with a separate Climate Change Report to be released later in 2024.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. announces the election of new directors, including Srinivasan Venkatakrishnan, to its Board of Directors. Venkat's appointment brings extensive mining and financial experience to the company, enhancing its strategic insight and growth prospects. Shareholders also approved the appointment of Deloitte LLP as auditors and accepted the company's approach to executive compensation.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. announced a cash dividend payment of US$0.155 per common share for the second quarter of 2024. The dividend will be paid to shareholders on June 11, 2024, to holders of record as of May 29, 2024. The company has a Dividend Reinvestment Plan in place, allowing shareholders to reinvest dividends in common shares. Shareholders can enroll in the DRIP through the company's website or by contacting their financial intermediary. The announcement reaffirms the company's commitment to shareholders and financial stability.
Wheaton Precious Metals delivered a strong first quarter in 2024, with robust financial results and a solid balance sheet. They reported $297 million in revenue, $219 million in operating cash flow, and $164 million in net earnings. The company remains focused on sustainable growth, with plans to increase production by 40% by 2028. Wheaton's leadership in sustainability, with top rankings and community investment programs, sets them apart in the precious metals space.
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