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With earnings season in full swing, updates from key companies across the globe are providing insights into how certain markets are performing.

Investors this week will see updates from the Oracle of Omaha’s Berkshire Hathaway, after Warren Buffet trimmed his Apple and BofA positions. In Europe, the continent’s most valuable company by market capitalisation will tell markets if Ozempic is still number one.

From the Middle East, the world’s sixth most valuable company will provide investors an insight on how it has been dealing with the fluctuations in oil prices.

Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-B) – Reports second-quarter results on Saturday 3 August

As Berkshire Hathaway prepares to report its second-quarter earnings on Saturday, will look for any insights into the company's massive cash reserves, which stood at approximately $189bn (£148bn) at the end of March. This significant cash position has sparked speculation about potential uses, whether it be deploying capital into new investments or continuing to build the reserve.

In recent months, Berkshire has made some major adjustments to its investment portfolio. After trimming its Apple (AAPL) stake in the first quarter, the conglomerate further reduced its holdings in Bank of America (BAC) by approximately $3bn. These moves have left market watchers curious about Berkshire's investment strategy moving forward.

A focal point for analysts and investors alike will be the performance of Berkshire's insurance segment, the largest contributor to its revenue and pre-tax earnings. The firm's insurance operations have consistently been a pillar of strength, and updates on this segment are highly anticipated.

Unlike most companies, where net income and earnings per share are the main metrics of interest, Berkshire Hathaway's earnings reports require a nuanced understanding.

Due to accounting rules affecting its extensive investment portfolio, net income can fluctuate significantly, often misleading less informed investors.

As past earnings reports have highlighted, the key figure to watch is operating income, which Warren Buffett himself has identified as a more accurate measure of the company's underlying business performance. At the end of the first quarter, operating income reached $11.2bn, up from $8.1bn a year earlier.

Wall Street expects operating profits excluding investment gains to drop about 6% year over year to $6,520 per class A share.

Key points of interest in the upcoming report include the company's stock buybacks, current cash levels, insurance profits, and any adjustments to its significant Apple stake. Observers are particularly curious whether Berkshire's cash reserves will surpass the $200bn mark and if share repurchase activity has increased from the $2.6bn recorded in the first quarter.

Saudi Aramco (2222.SR) – Reports second-quarter results on Wednesday 7 August

Saudi Aramco is expected to report a modest decline in second-quarter profit, as a rise in benchmark oil prices was insufficient to counterbalance a reduction in production levels, according to consensus estimates. The oil giant's output could see a gradual increase in the fourth quarter, contingent on OPEC+ adhering to its current plan to begin tapering production cuts, according to Bloomberg Intelligence.

The energy company is anticipated to deliver $124bn in total dividend payments in 2024, translating to a yield of 6.8%, one of the highest among global oil majors, according to Bloomberg analyst Salih Yilmaz.

During Q2 2024, Saudi Arabia's oil production averaged around 9.01 million barrels per day (bpd). Meanwhile, the average crude oil price stood at approximately $85.3 per barrel, up from $75.7 per barrel in Q2 2023.

Analysts at Al Rajhi Capital anticipate that Saudi Aramco's Q2 2024 revenue will remain largely flat year-on-year. The increase in brent prices (BZ=F) is expected to nearly offset the impact of lower production volumes compared to the same period last year. However, the downstream business may continue to face challenges due to weak refining margins amid slower demand.

Glencore (GLEN.L) – Reports first-half results Wednesday 7 August

Mining heavyweight Glencore is set to reveal whether it will proceed with a demerger of its coal assets in its upcoming half-year financial review.

The announcement follows the completion of a major acquisition last month, in which Glencore secured a significant portion of Teck Resource’s (TECK-A.TO) steelmaking coal business. The company has been consulting its shareholders on whether to keep the combined coal operations within the Glencore portfolio or spin them off into a separate entity.

As one of the world's largest producers and exporters of thermal coal, Glencore anticipates producing between 98 million and 106 million metric tons of thermal coal in 2024. The acquisition of Teck's assets is expected to significantly boost its steelmaking coal output, raising it from 7-9 million tons to an estimated 19-21 million tons annually.

Despite speculation about a potential demerger, analysts from Jefferies, UBS, and Bank of America have expressed scepticism. They say that shareholders value the robust cash flow generated by Glencore's coal business, especially when it is used for capital returns and share buybacks.

"Investors appreciate the strong cash flow from coal, particularly if it is channelled to capital returns/buybacks," noted analysts from Bank of America.

In addition to the potential restructuring of its coal division, Glencore is still dealing with legal issues. The UK's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has charged several former executives, including Alex Beard, the company's former head of oil trading, in connection with an investigation into alleged corruption.

Beard, who became a billionaire following Glencore's 2011 IPO, alongside former colleagues Andrew Gibson, Paul Hopkirk, Ramon Labiaga, and Martin Wakefield, faces charges related to alleged bribery in securing oil contracts across Cameroon, Nigeria, and Ivory Coast from 2007 to 2014. The accused are scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 10 September.

Investors will be closely monitoring Glencore's announcement, not only for the decision on the potential demerger but also for any updates on the ongoing legal proceedings and their implications for the company's future.

Novo Nordisk (NVO) – Reports second-quarter results on Wednesday 7 August

Novo Nordisk A/S, Europe's most valuable company, is anticipated to raise its financial guidance when it reports earnings next week, driven by overwhelming demand for its weight-loss therapy Wegovy.

Analysts forecast a robust performance, with revenue expected to rise approximately 26% year-over-year to 68.47bn Danish kroner (£7.76bn/$9.9bn), and profits projected to increase nearly 10% to 21.27bn kroner (£2.41bn/$3.08bn), according to estimates compiled by Visible Alpha.

The Danish pharmaceutical giant, along with rival Eli Lilly (LLY), has faced challenges in meeting the surging demand for their weight-loss medications. Both companies have acknowledged that supply may lag behind demand despite efforts to scale up production.

The Danish pharmaceutical company previously updated its outlook in May, factoring in potential supply constraints for its popular weight-loss drugs, including Wegovy and Ozempic, throughout 2024. Despite these challenges, Novo Nordisk indicated that its revenue growth could surpass current projections, contingent on successful investments in expanding production capacity.

As demand continues to outstrip supply, Novo Nordisk's efforts to scale up manufacturing are seen as critical to meeting market needs and sustaining the company's growth trajectory.

Despite the dominance of Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly in the weight-loss drug market, competition is on the horizon. Emerging players like Viking Therapeutics and Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche have reported positive early trial results for their own weight-loss treatments.

Still, JPMorgan analysts remain confident in the continued dominance of Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly in this market segment.

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Harmony Gold (HMY) closed the latest trading day at $9.57, indicating a -1.54% change from the previous session's end. This change lagged the S&P 500's 1.37% loss on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow lost 1.21%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 2.3%.

Shares of the gold miner have appreciated by 3.85% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Basic Materials sector's loss of 0.16% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.11%.

The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Harmony Gold in its upcoming release.

For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $1.20 per share and a revenue of $3.7 billion, signifying shifts of +166.67% and +33.15%, respectively, from the last year.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Harmony Gold. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the company's business operations and its ability to generate profits.

Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 11.11% lower. Harmony Gold is currently a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).

In the context of valuation, Harmony Gold is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 8.1. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry's average Forward P/E of 16.07.

The Mining – Gold industry is part of the Basic Materials sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 56, this industry ranks in the top 23% of all industries, numbering over 250.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of our separate industry groups by calculating the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks contained within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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(Bloomberg) — BHP Group workers in Chile rejected the company’s wage offer at the close of regular talks, thrusting the process into a final mediation phase in a bid to avoid a strike at the world’s biggest copper mine.

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TORONTO, July 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BHP and Lundin Mining Corporation (Lundin Mining) have agreed to jointly acquire 100% of Filo Corp., a Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) listed company, through a Canadian plan of arrangement (Filo Acquisition). Filo Corp. owns 100% of the Filo del Sol (FDS) copper project.

BHP and Lundin Mining have also agreed to form a 50/50 joint venture to hold the FDS and Josemaria projects (Joint Venture) located in the Vicuña district of Argentina and Chile (together with the Filo Acquisition, the Proposed Transaction). Lundin Mining owns 100% of the Josemaria project. The Joint Venture will create a long-term partnership between BHP and Lundin Mining to jointly develop an emerging copper district with world-class potential.

BHP’s total cash payment for the Proposed Transaction is expected to be approximately US$2.1 billion.

Mike Henry, Chief Executive Officer of BHP said:

“The proposed transaction builds on a multi-year relationship between BHP and the Lundin Group of companies through which we have developed a strong understanding of the resource potential of the Vicuña district and the possible pathways for development of the Filo del Sol and Josemaria projects.

This transaction aligns with BHP’s strategy to acquire attractive early-stage copper projects and enter into strategic partnerships with parties where complementary skills and experience can deliver long-term economic and social value.

The joint venture with Lundin Mining will advance the development of the Vicuña district, which offers the potential to become a major contributor to the economy of Argentina for decades to come. At the same time, by partnering with Lundin Mining, BHP is continuing to invest in the growth of a robust mining sector in Canada.”

Summary of the Proposed Transaction

Filo Corp. Acquisition

BHP and Lundin Mining have agreed to jointly acquire Filo Corp. for total consideration of approximately C$4.1 billion, or C$33.00 per Filo Corp. share. This represents a premium of 32.2% to Filo Corp.’s 30-day volume weighted average price on the TSX for the period ending 11 July 2024, being the day before press speculation of a transaction, and a premium of 12.2% to Filo Corp.’s last closing price on the TSX on 29 July 2024.

Filo Corp. shareholders may choose to receive cash, Lundin Mining shares or a combination of cash and Lundin Mining shares. BHP’s share of the consideration for the Filo Acquisition will be approximately C$1,908 million (US$1,377 million) in cash. Lundin Mining’s share of the consideration for the Filo Acquisition will be approximately C$859 million in cash and C$1,289 million in Lundin Mining shares.

The Filo Acquisition will be implemented by a court-approved plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act and will require approval by Filo Corp. shareholders in accordance with applicable Canadian corporate and securities laws.

The Board of Directors of Filo Corp. unanimously recommends (excluding certain directors who are required to abstain from voting) that the shareholders of Filo vote in favour of the Filo Acquisition.

Each of the directors and senior officers and certain other shareholders of Filo Corp., representing in aggregate approximately 35% of the issued and outstanding shares of Filo Corp., have entered into voting support agreements and have agreed to vote in favour of the Filo Acquisition unless the Arrangement Agreement is terminated.

In connection with the Filo Acquisition, BHP and Lundin Mining have also agreed to subscribe for 3,484,848 common shares of Filo Corp. at a price of C$33.00 per share for aggregate gross proceeds of C$115 million (the Filo Share Placement) to provide interim financing to Filo Corp.

On closing of the Filo Acquisition, Lundin Mining and BHP will each own 50% of Filo Corp. and the FDS project.

Joint Venture

BHP and Lundin Mining have agreed to form the Joint Venture immediately following closing of the Filo Acquisition. Each of BHP and Lundin Mining would hold a 50% interest in the Joint Venture. Under the Joint Venture, the projects will be progressed in accordance with international industry standards to deliver economic and social value.

BHP would acquire 50% of the Josemaria project from Lundin Mining for cash consideration of approximately US$690 million, subject to certain purchase price adjustments (Josemaria Transaction).

BHP and Lundin Mining would each contribute their respective 50% interests in Filo Corp. and the Josemaria project into the Joint Venture.

Strategic rationale

Consolidating the FDS and Josemaria projects:

Facilitates development optionality at a district scale: The proximity of the FDS and Josemaria projects allows for infrastructure to be shared between the projects, with greater economies of scale and increased optionality for staged expansions, as well as the incorporation of future exploration as the district matures.
Accelerates development: Leverages the advanced stage of engineering and permitting at the Josemaria project to progress the combined FDS and Josemaria projects on a phased development timeline that recognises improving investment conditions in Argentina and the copper demands of the global energy transition.

The benefits of the Proposed Transaction to BHP include:

Aligned with BHP’s copper growth strategy: The transactions align with BHP’s strategy to acquire early-stage copper projects as one of the levers to increase its exposure to future facing commodities.
Access to an emerging copper district with significant potential: The large-scale, high-grade sulphide deposit at the FDS project is considered to represent one of the most significant copper discoveries globally in recent decades.
Entry to a highly prospective jurisdiction with an experienced partner: Establishment of BHP’s presence in Argentina would be supported by the Lundin Group which has over 30 years of experience operating in the country.

The benefits of the Proposed Transaction to Filo Corp. shareholders include:

Immediately crystallises value at a compelling premium: The Filo Acquisition provides Filo Corp. shareholders the opportunity to realise immediate value from the discovery of FDS at a compelling premium.
Continued exposure to the district: The Proposed Transaction provides a path to develop FDS to its full potential, backed by two experienced copper miners. Filo Corp. shareholders would have the ability to retain exposure to the district through shares in Lundin Mining.

Details on Filo Corp. and Lundin Mining

Filo Corp. owns 100% of FDS, which is an advanced-stage copper exploration project located along the border of the San Juan Province in Argentina and the Atacama Region of Chile. BHP acquired an initial 5% equity interest in Filo Corp. in March 2022, following the discovery of the high-grade Aurora Zone at FDS. BHP and Filo Corp. subsequently formed a joint advisory committee to share expertise, exploration concepts and discuss future project development. Since then, Filo Corp. has continued to expand FDS, extending the strike length of mineralisation to over 5 kilometres, with multiple reported drill intercepts over 1,000 metres grading more than 1.0% copper equivalent.

Lundin Mining is a diversified Canadian base metals mining company with operations and projects in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Portugal, Sweden and the United States of America, primarily producing copper, zinc, gold and nickel. Lundin Mining owns 100% of the Josemaria project, which is an advanced-stage copper project, located approximately 10 kilometres from FDS in San Juan Province, Argentina. A feasibility study for the Josemaria project was completed in November 2020 and an Environmental Social Impact Assessment was approved by the Mining Authority of San Juan, Argentina in April 2022. The Josemaria project features favourable topography for the placement of infrastructure for the district, with expansion potential.

Further details of the Proposed Transaction

The Filo Acquisition and the Josemaria Transaction are inter-conditional, whereby completion of each transaction is dependent on completion of each of the other transactions. Lundin Mining shareholder approval is not required for the Proposed Transaction.

Filo Acquisition

BHP Investments Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of BHP Group Limited, and Lundin Mining have entered into a definitive agreement with Filo Corp. (the Arrangement Agreement) to jointly acquire 100% of Filo Corp.’s issued and outstanding common shares not already owned by BHP and Lundin Mining. The Arrangement Agreement also includes customary deal protections, including non-solicitation provisions that apply to Filo Corp. (subject to customary "fiduciary out" provisions), a right for BHP and Lundin Mining to match an unsolicited superior competing proposal to acquire Filo Corp., a termination payment of C$135 million payable by Filo Corp. (half payable to Lundin Mining and half payable to BHP) and a reverse termination payment of C$135 million payable (half by Lundin Mining and half by BHP) to Filo Corp.

In addition to Filo Corp. shareholder approval, completion of the Filo Acquisition is subject to customary Canadian court approvals, the receipt of applicable regulatory, securities authorities and stock exchange approvals, and other customary closing conditions.

Filo Corp. will prepare an information circular for its shareholders with further information regarding the Filo Acquisition.

Filo Share Placement

The Filo Share Placement will be funded equally by BHP (C$57.5 million) and Lundin Mining (C$57.5 million). On closing of the Filo Share Placement, BHP and Lundin Mining will own 7.1% and 1.7%, respectively, of Filo Corp.’s issued and outstanding shares.

The Filo Share Placement is not conditional on completion of the Filo Acquisition and is expected to complete on or before 12 August 2024.

Filo Corp. intends to use the proceeds from the Filo Share Placement to fund ongoing exploration and general working capital expenses.

Joint Venture

BHP and Lundin Mining have executed a term sheet which will form the basis for negotiation of the definitive Joint Venture agreement. BHP and Lundin Mining expect to enter into the Joint Venture by completion of the Proposed Transaction.

Indicative timetable

Closing is expected to occur in the first quarter of 2025 subject to satisfaction of the conditions to closing.

Advisors and Counsel

TD Securities Inc. is acting as financial advisor to BHP with Stikeman Elliot LLP acting as legal counsel.

Authorised for release by Stefanie Wilkinson, Group General Counsel and Group Company Secretary

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Southern Copper Corporation SCCO reported second-quarter 2024 earnings of $1.22 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.13. The bottom line marked a 73% improvement from the -year-ago quarter, mainly driven by higher sales volumes and prices of copper, molybdenum, silver and zinc. This was somewhat offset by elevated operating costs related to sales volumes, G&A and exploration expenses. Net sales were $3.12 billion, up 35.5% from the year-ago quarter. The figure also surpassed the consensus estimate of $2.96 billion.

Southern Copper reported a 78.1% year-over-year surge in zinc sales volumes. Molybdenum volumes were up 21.4%, silver volumes improved 31.6% and copper sales volumes were up 5.5%. The rise in sales volumes as well as higher prices for copper (15%), molybdenum (3.9%), zinc (12.2%) and silver (19%) drove the increase in sales.

The cost of sales rose 9% year over year to $1.25 billion. Total operating costs were up 8% year over year to $1.5 billion.

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Operating profit was $1.6 billion, reflecting a 78.5% year-over-year improvement. The operating margin was 51.5% compared with 39.1% in the year-ago quarter. Adjusted EBITDA jumped 61% year over year to $1.8 billion. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 57.6%, a 914-basis point expansion from the year-ago quarter’s margin of 48.5%.

Production Details

Copper: SCCO mined 242,474 tons of copper, up 7% year over year. This was driven by an increase in production at the company’s Peruvian operations due to higher ore grades. Copper sales were up 5.5% year over year to 231,105 tons.Molybdenum: The company mined 7,654 tons of molybdenum, reflecting a year-over-year improvement of 21%, driven by higher output at all operations, barring La Caridad, as well as higher ore grades and recoveries. Molybdenum sales were 7,640 tons, a 21.4% increase from 6,295 tons in the second quarter of 2023.Zinc: The company’s zinc production surged 73% year over year to 29,419 tons attributed to the contribution from the new Buenavista zinc concentrator. Zinc sales surged 78% year over year to 39,012 tons.

Silver: Southern Copper’s silver production was up 8% year over year to 5.2 million ounces. Sales increased 31.6% year over year to 5.3 million ounces.

Cash Flow & Balance Sheet Updates

Southern Copper generated net cash from operating activities of around $1 billion, up from $0.8 billion in the year-ago comparable quarter. Cash and cash equivalents were $1.9 billion at the end of the quarter compared with $1.15 billion as of the end of 2023. Long-term debt was $5.76 billion as of Jun 30, 2024, lower than the debt balance of $6.25 billion as of Dec 31, 2023.

SCCO made capital investments worth $332 million, 31.4% higher than the spending in the year-ago comparable quarter.

Guidance for 2024

SCCO expects to produce 963,000 tons of copper, which projects a 6% increase from 2023. Molybdenum production is expected to be around 27,400 tons, 2% higher year over year. The company expects to produce 20.6 million ounces of silver, 12% higher than the prior year. Zinc output is expected at around 121,800 tons, which represents an 86% increase from the 2023 production level.

Price Performance

Shares of Southern Copper have gained 19% in the past year compared with the industry’s 7.5% growth.

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Zacks Rank

Southern Copper currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Peer Performances

Teck Resources TECK reported second-quarter 2024 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 58 cents, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 47 cents by a margin of 23%. The bottom line marked a 37% plunge from earnings of 91 cents per share reported in the year-ago quarter.

Gains from increased copper sales from QB, elevated copper prices and higher steelmaking coal sales volumes were offset by lower steelmaking coal prices. Finance and depreciation and amortization expenses increased year over year, as Teck Resources has started taking the depreciation of QB assets into account and is no longer capitalizing interest on the project. The decline in earnings was also attributed to the reduced ownership in Elk Valley Resources, TECK’s steelmaking coal business.

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. FCX reported adjusted EPS of 46 cents in the second quarter, which topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 39 cents. The bottom line was 31% higher than the year-ago quarter’s EPS of 35 cents. Including one-time items, earnings were 42 cents per share, up around 83% from 23 cents in the year-ago quarter.

Revenues rose roughly 15% year over year to $6,624 million. The figure surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5,985.9 million. The company witnessed higher copper and gold prices in the quarter, which helped offset the impact of lower sales volumes.

Vale S.A. VALE reported second-quarter adjusted EPS of 43 cents, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 38 cents. The bottom line marked a 115% surge from earnings of 20 cents per share reported in the year-ago quarter. The improvement in earnings was attributed to higher iron ore shipments, increased copper sales, as well improved copper and iron ore prices. However, this was somewhat offset by a decline in nickel sales volumes and prices.

Vale’s net operating revenues were up 3% year over year to around $9.92 billion. The top line missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.97 billion.

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Futures linked to Canada's main stock index struggled for direction on Tuesday, ahead of a raft of earnings and U.S. Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision later in the week that will provide direction for the global monetary policy.

The TSX Composite Index dived 35.24 points to close Monday at 22,779.57.

The Canadian dollar eked up 0.05 cents to 72.22 cents U.S.

September futures eked up 0.1% Tuesday.

Some major Canadian companies, such as BCE, Canadian Natural Resources, Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Enbridge, are due to report quarterly earnings this week.

Global miner BHP Group and Canada-listed Lundin Mining will jointly take over developer Filo Corp for $4.5 billion, as they move to progress the South American projects.

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The TSX Venture Exchange slumped 4.96 points Monday to 574.37.

ON WALLSTREET

Stock futures rose marginally on Tuesday as investors awaited key corporate earnings and the beginning of the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting.

Futures for the Dow Jones Industrials gathered 23 points, or 0.1%, to 40,794.

Futures for the S&P 500 index hiked 10 points, or 0.2%, at 5,513.

Futures for the NASDAQ took on 43.75 points, or 0.2%, to 19,252.50.

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CrowdStrike shares fell more than 4% amid media reports that Delta Air Lines hired attorney David Boies to seek damages from CrowdStrike and Microsoft after an outage this month led to thousands of flight cancellations.

Merck shares fell more than 1% in the premarket as weaker-than-expected guidance for the full year overshadowed a strong second-quarter report. Pfizer, meanwhile, climbed 1.8% on stronger-than-anticipated earnings and revenue. The company also raised its full-year top- and bottom-line guidance.

Investors will also watch closely for numbers from Microsoft, Advanced Micro Devices and Starbucks after the closing bell.

So far, more than 40% of the S&P 500 companies have reported their results with 79% posting earnings that exceeded Wall Street expectations, according to LSEG. That compares to a five-year average earnings beat rate of 77%

The Fed’s two-day policy meeting is set to begin Tuesday where central bank Chief Jerome Powell could signal the timing and number of rate cuts expected in the next few months.

On Tuesday, traders will be watching for job openings data for the month of June. Economists polled by Dow Jones are calling for 8.1 million job openings, the same as in May. Consumer confidence for July is also slated for release.

In Japan, the Nikkei 225 gained 0.2% Tuesday, while in Hong Kong, the Hang Seng index faltered 1.4%.

Oil prices ditched 50 cents to $75.32 U.S. a barrel.

Gold prices gained $10.50 to $2,388.30

VANCOUVER, BC, July 30, 2024 /CNW/ – (TSX: LUN) (Nasdaq Stockholm: LUMI) Lundin Mining Corporation ("Lundin Mining" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of Canadian Dollars ("CAD") $0.09 per share, payable on September 11, 2024, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 30, 2024. The first day of trading without dividend ("ex-dividend date") will be August 30, 2024, for shares traded on TSX. For shares traded on Nasdaq Stockholm, the ex-dividend date will be August 29, 2024. This dividend qualifies as an 'eligible dividend' for Canadian income tax purposes. The declaration, timing, amount and payment of future dividends remain at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Dividends on shares traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") will be paid in CAD on September 11, 2024. Dividends on shares traded on Nasdaq Stockholm will be paid in Swedish kronor in accordance with Euroclear principles on September 16, 2024. To execute the payment of the dividend, a temporary administrative cross-border transfer closure will be applied by Euroclear from August 28, 2024 up to and including August 30, 2024 during which period shares of the Company cannot be transferred between TSX and Nasdaq Stockholm.

About Lundin Mining

Lundin Mining is a diversified Canadian base metals mining company with projects and operations in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Portugal, Sweden and the United States of America, primarily producing copper, zinc, nickel and gold.

The information in this release is subject to the disclosure requirements of Lundin Mining under the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out below on July 30, 2024 at 14:25 Pacific Standard Time.

Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information

Certain of the statements made and information contained herein is "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this document constitute forward-looking information, including but not limited to statements regarding the Company's plans, prospects and business strategies; the timing of payment and amount of any dividend; expectations regarding settlement; eligibility of any dividend for tax purposes; and declaration, timing, amount, and payment of future dividends. Words such as "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "contemplate", "target", "plan", "goal", "aim", "intend", "continue", "budget", "estimate", "may", "will", "can", "could", "should", "schedule" and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking information is necessarily based upon various estimates and assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management, including assumed and future price of copper, nickel, zinc, gold and other metals; anticipated costs; ability to achieve goals; and assumptions related to the factors set forth below. While these factors and assumptions are considered reasonable by Lundin Mining as at the date of this document in light of management's experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, these statements are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements and information. Such factors include, but are not limited to: global financial conditions, market volatility and inflation, including pricing and availability of key supplies and services; risks inherent in mining including but not limited to risks to the environment, industrial accidents, catastrophic equipment failures, unusual or unexpected geological formations or unstable ground conditions, and natural phenomena such as earthquakes, flooding or unusually severe weather; uninsurable risks; volatility and fluctuations in metal and commodity demand and prices; risks inherent in and/or associated with operating in foreign countries and emerging markets, including with respect to foreign exchange and capital controls; project financing risks, liquidity risks and limited financial resources; risks associated with the estimation of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits including but not limited to models relating thereto; actual ore mined and/or metal recoveries varying from Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimates, estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution, mine plans and metallurgical and other characteristics; ore processing efficiency; financial projections, including estimates of future expenditures and cash costs, and estimates of future production may not be reliable; exchange rate fluctuations; compliance with foreign laws; and other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those described in the "Managing Risks" section of the Company's MD&A and the "Risks and Uncertainties" section of the Company's Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2023 and the period ending June 30, 2024, which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca under the Company's profile.

All of the forward-looking statements made in this document are qualified by these cautionary statements. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, forecast or intended and readers are cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive of all factors and assumptions which may have been used. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate and forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance. Readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The forward-looking information contained herein speaks only as of the date of this document. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise forward‐looking information or to explain any material difference between such and subsequent actual events, except as required by applicable law.

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VANCOUVER, BC, July 30, 2024 /CNW/ – (TSX: LUN) (Nasdaq Stockholm: LUMI) Lundin Mining Corporation ("Lundin Mining" or the "Company") today reported its second quarter 2024 financial results. Unless otherwise stated, results are presented in United States dollars on a 100% basis.

Jack Lundin, President and CEO commented, "During the quarter we generated record quarterly revenue of $1.1 billion which contributed to a strong financial performance for the Company. Adjusted EBITDA1 for the quarter was $461 million and free cash flow from operations1 was $338 million driven by stronger commodity prices and working capital inflows.

"At Candelaria, while mill throughput in the first half of the year was strong, we expect to achieve a significant step-up in production in the second half of the year with planned higher grades and higher mining rates from ore in Phase 11. This production step-up has started to materialize during the month of July from the open pit.

"Our team remains dedicated to enhancing operational performance, prioritizing safety and cost optimization. Cash costs1 for the quarter were at the lower end of our guidance range. We are well-positioned for a strong second half of the year and are on track to meet our consolidated production guidance for copper, gold, and zinc. Additionally, we have reduced our guidance for sustaining capital expenditures by $45 million."

Second Quarter Operational and Financial Highlights

Copper Production: Consolidated production of 79,708 tonnes of copper in the second quarter.
Other Production: During the quarter, a total of 47,460 tonnes of zinc, 1,721 tonnes of nickel and approximately 32,000 ounces of gold were produced.
Revenue: $1,083.6 million in the second quarter with a realized copper price1 of $4.79 /lb.
Net Earnings and Adjusted Earnings1: Net earnings attributable to shareholders of the Company were $121.6 million or $0.16 per share in the second quarter with adjusted earnings of $122.1 million or $0.16 per share.
Adjusted EBITDA1: $460.9 million generated during the quarter.
Cash Generation: Cash provided by operating activities was $491.8 million and free cash flow from operations1 was $337.5 million, which was increased by a working capital release of $121.9 million.
Growth: On July 2, 2024, the Company exercised its option to increase ownership in Caserones to 70%, which adds an additional 25,000 tonnes of attributable copper production to Lundin Mining's production profile2.
Sustainability Report: On July 10, 2024 the Company published its annual 2023 Sustainability Report that highlights the Company's material environmental, health & safety, governance and social performance during the year.
Outlook: Second quarter 2024 production and cash costs were aligned with expectations, the Company's full year guidance remains unchanged with the exception of nickel:
- Caserones: Annual copper production guidance range for the Caserones mine for 2024 has been increased to 124,000 – 135,000 tonnes (previously 120,000 – 130,000 tonnes). Cash cost guidance for Caserones remains unchanged.
- Eagle Mine: Annual nickel production guidance range for the Eagle mine for 2024 has been reduced to 7,000 – 9,000 tonnes (previously 10,000 – 13,000 tonnes) and the copper production guidance range has been reduced to 5,000 – 7,000 tonnes (previously 9,000 – 12,000 tonnes). Cash cost guidance per pound of nickel for the Eagle mine has increased to $3.20/lb – $3.40/lb (previously $2.80/lb – $3.00/lb)
- Sustaining Capital Expenditures: Will be reduced by $45 million and are expected to total $795 million (previously $840 million) due to reductions in planned spending at Caserones, Neves-Corvo and Zinkgruvan.

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1 These are non-GAAP measures. Please refer to the Company's discussion of non-GAAP and other performance measures in its Management's Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and the Reconciliation of Non-GAAP measures section at the end of this news release.

2 Based on Caserones 2024 production guidance as outlined in the news release 'Lundin Mining Provides 2024 Guidance & Announces 2023 Production Results' dated January 14, 2024.

Summary Financial Results

	Three months ended June 30,		Six months ended June 30,
US$ Millions (except per share amounts)	2024	2023	2024	2023
Revenue	1,083.6	588.5	2,020.6	1,339.9
Gross profit	279.5	52.8	464.9	266.2
Attributable net earningsa	121.6	59.1	135.5	205.7
Net earnings	156.7	61.3	215.3	226.6
Adjusted earningsa,b	122.1	45.6	167.3	171.3
Adjusted EBITDAb	460.9	191.8	823.7	528.7
Basic earnings per share ("EPS")a	0.16	0.08	0.18	0.27
Diluted EPSa	0.16	0.08	0.17	0.27
Adjusted EPSa,b	0.16	0.06	0.22	0.22
Cash provided by operating activities	491.8	194.8	759.3	406.7
Adjusted operating cash flowb	369.9	110.6	683.5	345.7
Adjusted operating cash flow per shareb	0.48	0.14	0.88	0.45
Free cash flow from operationsb	337.5	20.7	405.2	91.8
Free cash flowb	236.8	(84.6)	235.1	(118.8)
Cash and cash equivalents	452.8	190.2	452.8	190.2
Net debt excluding lease liabilitiesb	893.8	201.3	893.8	201.3
Net debtb	1,152.9	229.8	1,152.9	229.8

a Attributable to shareholders of Lundin Mining Corporation.
b These are non-GAAP measures. Please refer to the Company's discussion of non-GAAP and other performance measures in its Management's Discussion and Analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and the Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures section at the end of this news release.

For the three months ended June 30, 2024, the Company generated revenue of $1,083.6 million, driven by 78,662 tonnes of copper sold at a realized price of $4.79 /lb. Revenue benefited from higher realized copper and zinc prices, including $94.5 million positive provisional pricing adjustments on prior period concentrate sales.
Gross profit of $279.5 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $460.9 million in the three months ended June 30, 2024 reflect higher realized copper and zinc prices despite the impacts of planned lower grades and maintenance activities on copper concentrate sales from Candelaria and Caserones, respectively.
Net earnings attributable to shareholders of the Company were $121.6 million or $0.16 per share in the three months ended June 30, 2024, and included higher tax expense due to higher taxable earnings and the utilization of prior period tax losses.
Adjusted earnings attributable to shareholders of the Company for the three months ended June 30, 2024 were $122.1 million or $0.16 per share after removing a loss on foreign exchange due to the translation of deferred tax balances and expenses relating to the partial suspension of underground operations at Eagle, among other things.
Cash and cash equivalents as at June 30, 2024 were $452.8 million. Cash provided by operating activities amounted to $491.8 million and cash used to fund investing activities amounted to $252.2 million. The Company had a net debt excluding lease liabilities1 balance of $893.8 million as at June 30, 2024 (December 31, 2023 – $946.2 million).
Free cash flow1 for the three months ended June 30, 2024 of $236.8 million reflected higher copper and zinc realized prices, positive working capital changes and reduced capital expenditure at Candelaria.
During the three months ended June 30, 2024, the Company entered into zero cost collar contracts in the total amount of $222 million (equivalent to BRL 1.1 billion) with collar ranges of BRL 5.00 to BRL 6.11.
As at July 30, 2024, the Company had a cash balance of approximately $288.0 million and a net debt excluding lease liabilities balance of approximately $1,338.0 million.

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Operational Performance

Total Production

(Contained metal)a	2024			2023
(Contained metal)a	YTD	Q2	Q1	Total	Q4	Q3	Q2	Q1
Copper (t)b	167,721	79,708	88,013	314,798	103,337	89,942	60,057	61,462
Zinc (t)	93,148	47,460	45,688	185,161	50,719	49,774	36,115	48,553
Nickel (t)	4,976	1,721	3,255	16,429	3,729	4,290	4,686	3,724
Gold (koz)b	65	32	33	149	44	35	34	36
Molybdenum (t)b	1,578	714	864	2,024	928	1,096	—	—
a. Tonnes (t) and thousands of ounces (koz)
b. Candelaria and Caserones production is on a 100% basis.

Candelaria (80% owned): Candelaria produced 31,170 tonnes of copper and approximately 17,000 ounces of gold in concentrate on a 100% basis in the three months ended June 30, 2024. Production in the quarter was impacted by lower grades and recoveries, partially offset by higher throughput. During the three months ended June 30, 2024, mining rates were impacted by the interface of the open pit and historic underground mining stopes, requiring more stockpiled ore to be processed which reduced grades and recoveries. Access to higher grade ore is anticipated in the second half of 2024 as per the mine sequence. Three of four stopes have now been filled and blasted, with work on the fourth expected to begin in Q3, and not expected to impact production in the second half of 2024. Production costs were reduced by lower sales volumes and favourable foreign exchange as a result of the CLP weakening against the US dollar; however, cash cost of $2.18/lb was negatively impacted by lower sales volumes.

Caserones (51% owned): Caserones produced 29,775 tonnes of total copper and 714 tonnes of molybdenum on a 100% basis in the three months ended June 30, 2024. Copper and molybdenum concentrate production was impacted in the quarter by extended mill maintenance and weather events which reduced mining activities and limited tailings deposition. Recoveries were also temporarily reduced by changes in the mining sequence and flotation circuit disruptions. Production costs in the quarter were lower than planned primarily due to lower copper concentrate and molybdenum sales volume, as well as favourable foreign exchange. Cash cost also benefitted from favourable foreign exchange.

Chapada (100% owned): Chapada produced 9,106 tonnes of copper and approximately 15,000 ounces of gold in concentrate in the three months ended June 30, 2024 and was impacted by lower grades and recoveries combined with lower mill availability due to unplanned conveyor maintenance and vibration screen failure. Lower grades were a result of a shift to processing increased amounts of stockpiled ore and an optimized mine plan that significantly reduces waste movement. Production costs were reduced by lower sales volumes and favourable foreign exchange. Cash cost of $2.05/lb benefited from higher gold by-product credits combined with favourable foreign exchange and mining cost decreases due to operational improvements.

Eagle (100% owned): Eagle produced 1,721 tonnes of nickel and 1,563 tonnes of copper in the three months ended June 30, 2024. A fall of ground in the lower ramp restricted access to Eagle East, limiting production. Mining rates are expected to be reduced until late 2024 while ramp rehabilitation is completed, deferring the extraction of ore from Eagle East into future years. Production costs were reduced by lower sales volumes and royalty expense, partially offset by higher maintenance costs. Nickel cash cost1 of $3.23/lb was impacted by lower sales volumes, partially offset by higher by-product credits.

Neves-Corvo (100% owned): Neves-Corvo produced 7,347 tonnes of copper and 25,696 tonnes of zinc in the three months ended June 30, 2024, both of which were impacted by lower grades due to changes in mine sequencing as a result of Lombador south requiring additional development work. Production costs increased due to an increase in sales volumes and cash cost of $1.70/lb benefited from increased sales volumes and higher by-product credits.

Zinkgruvan (100% owned): Zinkgruvan produced 21,764 tonnes of zinc and 8,966 tonnes of lead in the three months ended June 30, 2024 reflecting higher throughput and grades. Copper production of 747 tonnes was impacted by reduced availability of copper ore. Production costs increased due to higher sales volumes and zinc cash cost of $0.39/lb reflected lower copper by-product credits.

Outlook

Production and cash cost guidance for 2024 has been updated from that disclosed in the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis for the year ended December 31, 2023.

The Company remains on track to meet annual production and cash cost guidance for all metals with the exception of nickel, and has reduced sustaining capital expenditure guidance from $840 million to $795 million with reductions at Caserones, Neves-Corvo, and Zinkgruvan. Expenditure guidance related to the Josemaria Project of $225 million and exploration of $48 million each remain on target for 2024.

Metal production continues to be weighted to the second half of the year at Candelaria, Chapada and Neves-Corvo due to mine sequencing and resultant forecasted grade profiles. Grade is expected to increase significantly at Candelaria in the second half of 2024 once access is opened to higher-grade ore. As a result of production challenges at Neves-Corvo in the first half of 2024, copper production at that operation continues to track to the lower end of its annual production guidance range. In the first half of 2024, cash cost per pound at most operations benefited from increased realized prices on by-product sales.

Guidance at Caserones has been increased to reflect production from the first half of the year and expected throughput and grades for the remainder of the year. At the Eagle mine, a fall of ground in the lower ramp restricted access to Eagle East, limiting production. Mining rates are expected to be reduced until late 2024 while ramp rehabilitation is completed, deferring the extraction of ore from Eagle East into future years. As a result, the annual nickel and copper production guidance ranges for the Eagle mine for 2024 have been reduced.

2024 Production and Cash Cost Guidance

		Guidancea		Revised Guidance
(contained metal)		Production	Cash Cost ($/lb)b	Production	Cash Cost ($/lb)b
Copper (t)	Candelaria (100%)	160,000 – 170,000	1.60 – 1.80c	160,000 – 170,000	1.60 – 1.80c
	Caserones (100%)	120,000 – 130,000	2.60 – 2.80	124,000 – 135,000	2.60 – 2.80
	Chapada	43,000 – 48,000	1.95 – 2.15d	43,000 – 48,000	1.95 – 2.15d
	Eagle	9,000 – 12,000		5,000 – 7,000
	Neves-Corvo	30,000 – 35,000	1.95 – 2.15c	30,000 – 35,000	1.95 – 2.15c
	Zinkgruvan	4,000 – 5,000		4,000 – 5,000
	Total	366,000 – 400,000		366,000 – 400,000
Zinc (t)	Neves-Corvo	120,000 – 130,000		120,000 – 130,000
	Zinkgruvan	75,000 – 85,000	0.45 – 0.50c	75,000 – 85,000	0.45 – 0.50c
	Total	195,000 – 215,000		195,000 – 215,000
Nickel (t)	Eagle	10,000 – 13,000	2.80 – 3.00	7,000 – 9,000	3.20 – 3.40
Gold (koz)	Candelaria (100%)	100 – 110		100 – 110
	Chapada	55 – 60		55 – 60
	Total	155 – 170		155 – 170
Molybdenum (t)	Caserones (100%)	2,500 – 3,000		2,500 – 3,000

a. Guidance as outlined in the Company's Management Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") for the year ended December 31, 2023.

b. Cash costs are based on various assumptions and estimates, including but not limited to: production volumes, commodity prices (Cu: $3.75/lb, Zn: $1.10/lb, Pb: $0.90/lb, Au: $1,800/oz, Mo: $20.00/lb, Ag: $23.00/oz), foreign exchange rates (€/USD:1.05, USD/SEK:10.50, USD/CLP:850, USD/BRL:5.00) and production costs. Cash cost is a non-GAAP measure – see the Company's Management Discussion and Analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and the Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures at the end of this news release.

c. 68% of Candelaria's total gold and silver production are subject to a streaming agreement, and silver production at Zinkgruvan and Neves-Corvo are also subject to streaming agreements. Cash costs are calculated based on receipt of approximately $429/oz gold and $4.28/oz to $4.68/oz silver.

d. Chapada's cash cost is calculated on a by-product basis and does not include the effects of its copper stream agreements. Effects of the copper stream agreements are reflected in copper revenue and will impact realized price per pound.

2024 Capital Expenditure Guidanceb

($ millions)	Guidancea	Revisions	Revised Guidance
Candelaria (100% basis)	300	—	300
Caserones (100% basis)	205	(30)	175
Chapada	110	—	110
Eagle	25	—	25
Neves-Corvo	125	(10)	115
Zinkgruvan	75	(5)	70
Other	—	—	—
Total Sustaining	840	(45)	795
Josemaria	225	—	225
Total Capital Expenditures	1,065	(45)	1,020

a. Guidance as outlined in the Company's Management Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") for the year ended December 31, 2023.

b. Sustaining capital expenditure is a supplementary financial measure and expansionary capital expenditure is a non-GAAP measure – see the Company's Management Discussion and Analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and the Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures at the end of this news release.

Exploration

During the quarter ended June 30, 2024, exploration activity focused on in-mine and near-mine targets at the Company's operations. Exploration drilling at Zinkgruvan was focused on resource expansion and drilling at Candelaria was focused on Candelaria Norte and La Espanola. Drilling at Chapada concentrated on delineating the high-grade, near-mine trend at Corpo Sul, adding high grade resources to Sauva and testing geochemical anomalies in the Sauva area Curicaca and Curio.

At Caserones, exploration activity remains lower during the winter season. Exploration drilling continues in the lower portion of the mineral resource in search of higher-grade copper breccia bodies that could improve the average grade of the resource, and potentially expand it. Near-mine drilling at Angelica has been paused for winter since April.

At Josemaria, seasonal exploration drilling ended in early April at the Cumbre Verde Target, located west of the Josemaria ore body. Six holes were drilled targeting the same mineralized system and structures that hosted high grade mineralization on the neighbouring property that may potentially run towards the Cumbre Verde Target. Initial results highlight favorable levels of copper/gold/silver mineralization in veins and porphyry. The data obtained will help further refine and target this mineralization. Work will continue throughout the remainder of 2024 with drilling to recommence after the winter season.

There was no exploration drilling at Neves-Corvo and Eagle in the quarter.

About Lundin Mining

Technical Information

The scientific and technical information in this press release has been prepared in accordance with the disclosure standards of National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43-101") and has been reviewed by Arman Barha, P.Eng., Vice President, Technical Services, a "Qualified Person" under NI 43-101. Mr. Barha has verified the data disclosed in this release and no limitations were imposed on his verification process.

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures

The Company uses certain performance measures in its analysis. These performance measures have no standardized meaning within generally accepted accounting principles under International Financial Reporting Standards and, therefore, amounts presented may not be comparable to similar data presented by other mining companies. For additional details please refer to the Company's discussion of non-GAAP and other performance measures in its Management's Discussion and Analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 which is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com.

Cash Cost per Pound and All-in Sustaining Costs per pound can be reconciled to Production Costs on the Company's Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Earnings as follows:

	Three months ended June 30, 2024
Operations	Candelaria	Caserones	Chapada	Eagle	Neves-Corvo	Zinkgruvan
($000s, unless otherwise noted)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Ni)	(Cu)	(Zn)	Total
Sales volumes (Contained metal):
Tonnes	29,999	29,862	8,293	2,018	7,898	18,510
Pounds (000s)	66,137	65,834	18,283	4,449	17,412	40,808
Production costs							606,426
Less: Royalties and other							(22,324)
							584,102
Deduct: By-product credits							(210,112)
Add: Treatment and refining							38,577
Cash cost	143,935	171,255	37,570	14,381	29,682	15,744	412,567
Cash cost per pound ($/lb)	2.18	2.60	2.05	3.23	1.70	0.39
Add: Sustaining capital	60,544	35,328	25,241	3,980	27,921	13,301
Royalties	3,551	9,275	1,631	3,906	1,207	—
Reclamation and other closure accretion and depreciation	1,858	1,094	2,727	1,592	1,320	951
Leases & other	3,026	18,619	775	1,533	194	78
All-in sustaining cost	212,914	235,571	67,944	25,392	60,324	30,074
AISC per pound ($/lb)	3.22	3.58	3.72	5.71	3.46	0.74

	Three months ended June 30, 2023
Operations	Candelaria	Caserones	Chapada	Eagle	Neves-Corvo	Zinkgruvan
($000s, unless otherwise noted)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Ni)	(Cu)	(Zn)	Total
Sales volumes (Contained metal):
Tonnes	36,347	—	10,164	3,859	6,170	9,374
Pounds (000s)	80,132	—	22,408	8,507	13,603	20,666
Production costs							405,198
Less: Royalties and other							(7,969)
							397,229
Deduct: By-product credits							(122,636)
Add: Treatment and refining							32,514
Cash cost	171,520	—	60,351	15,990	54,271	4,975	307,107
Cash cost per pound ($/lb)	2.14	—	2.69	1.88	3.99	0.24
Add: Sustaining capital	123,417	—	19,690	3,562	22,133	15,994
Royalties	—	—	2,029	4,920	83	—
Reclamation and other closure accretion and depreciation	2,444	—	1,847	3,011	1,296	739
Leases & other	3,654	—	1,171	897	148	100
All-in sustaining cost	301,035	—	85,088	28,380	77,931	21,808
AISC per pound ($/lb)	3.76	—	3.80	3.34	5.73	1.06

	Six months ended June 30, 2024
Operations	Candelaria	Caserones	Chapada	Eagle	Neves-Corvo	Zinkgruvan
($000s, unless otherwise noted)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Ni)	(Cu)	(Zn)	Total
Sales volumes (Contained metal):
Tonnes	63,535	65,073	17,035	4,181	13,784	34,335
Pounds (000s)	140,071	143,461	37,556	9,218	30,388	75,696
Production costs							1,173,560
Less: Royalties and other							(42,294)
							1,131,266
Deduct: By-product credits							(375,420)
Add: Treatment and refining							85,528
Cash cost	283,425	337,694	76,305	33,630	71,739	38,581	841,374
Cash cost per pound ($/lb)	2.02	2.35	2.03	3.65	2.36	0.51
Add: Sustaining capital	160,076	78,082	54,440	8,058	50,334	27,642
Royalties	6,519	18,089	3,248	6,584	1,942	—
Reclamation and other closure accretion and depreciation	4,025	2,134	5,406	3,560	2,655	2,137
Leases & other	6,059	34,000	1,540	2,769	258	156
All-in sustaining cost	460,104	469,999	140,939	54,601	126,928	68,516
AISC per pound ($/lb)	3.28	3.28	3.75	5.92	4.18	0.91

	Six months ended June 30, 2023
Operations	Candelaria	Caserones	Chapada	Eagle	Neves-Corvo	Zinkgruvan
($000s, unless otherwise noted)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Cu)	(Ni)	(Cu)	(Zn)	Total
Sales volumes (Contained metal):
Tonnes	71,917	—	19,236	6,594	14,201	25,986
Pounds (000s)	158,550	—	42,408	14,537	31,308	57,289
Production costs							822,962
Less: Royalties and other							(20,055)
							802,907
Deduct: By-product credits							(279,601)
Add: Treatment and refining							69,129
Cash cost	345,212	—	107,669	30,630	84,163	24,761	592,435
Cash cost per pound ($/lb)	2.18	—	2.54	2.11	2.69	0.43
Add: Sustaining capital	214,103	—	35,717	10,664	47,194	30,462
Royalties	—	—	4,252	10,606	1,813	—
Reclamation and other closure accretion and depreciation	4,751	—	3,648	5,969	2,620	1,800
Leases & other	6,797	—	2,137	1,644	306	202
All-in sustaining cost	570,863	—	153,423	59,513	136,096	57,225
AISC per pound ($/lb)	3.60	—	3.62	4.09	4.35	1.00

Adjusted EBITDA can be reconciled to Net Earnings (Loss) on the Company's Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Earnings as follows:

	Three months ended June 30,		Six months ended June 30,
($thousands)	2024	2023	2024	2023
Net earnings	156,733	61,302	215,288	226,613
Add back:
Depreciation, depletion and amortization	197,658	130,505	382,150	250,752
Finance income and costs	36,307	15,897	72,001	31,596
Income taxes	56,162	(19,601)	106,728	29,092
	446,860	188,103	776,167	538,053
Unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain)	3,173	(19,285)	(12,327)	(10,641)
Unrealized losses (gains) on derivative contracts	(3,974)	14,403	48,858	(6,263)
Ojos del Salado sinkhole (recoveries) expenses	710	11,900	(321)	16,482
Revaluation loss (gain) on marketable securities	(85)	(3,464)	(2,515)	(3,902)
Partial suspension of underground operations at Eagle	9,824	—	9,824	—
Revaluation gain on Caserones purchase option	(12,431)	—	(11,728)	—
Write-down of capital works in progress	17,188	—	17,188	—
Gain on disposal of subsidiary	—	—	—	(5,718)
Other	(407)	97	(1,432)	686
Total adjustments – EBITDA	13,998	3,651	47,547	(9,356)
Adjusted EBITDA	460,858	191,754	823,714	528,697

Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted EPS can be reconciled to Net Earnings (Loss) Attributable to Lundin Mining Shareholders on the Company's Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Earnings as follows:

	Three months ended June 30,		Six months ended June 30,
($thousands, except share and per share amounts)	2024	2023	2024	2023
Net earnings attributable to Lundin Mining shareholders	121,589	59,109	135,472	205,729
Add back:
Total adjustments – EBITDA	13,998	3,651	47,547	(9,356)
Tax effect on adjustments	1,981	(54)	214	(3,180)
Deferred tax arising from foreign exchange translation	(13,666)	(20,175)	(19,966)	(28,289)
Non-controlling interest on adjustments	(1,821)	(1,134)	4,031	69
Other	—	4,186	—	6,293
Total adjustments	492	(13,526)	31,826	(34,463)
Adjusted earnings	122,081	45,583	167,298	171,266

Basic weighted average number of shares outstanding	776,173,888	772,255,656	774,033,611	771,739,532

Net earnings attributable to shareholders	0.16	0.08	0.18	0.27
Total adjustments	—	(0.02)	0.04	(0.05)
Adjusted earnings per share	0.16	0.06	0.22	0.22

Free Cash Flow from Operations and Free Cash Flow can be reconciled to Cash provided by Operating Activities on the Company's Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows as follows:

	Three months ended June 30,		Six months ended June 30,
($thousands)	2024	2023	2024	2023
Cash provided by operating activities	491,770	194,844	759,301	406,719
Sustaining capital expenditures	(167,803)	(187,820)	(381,063)	(343,384)
General exploration and business development	13,536	13,693	26,987	28,458
Free cash flow from operations	337,503	20,717	405,225	91,793
General exploration and business development	(13,536)	(13,693)	(26,987)	(28,458)
Expansionary capital expenditures	(87,120)	(91,650)	(143,101)	(182,169)
Free cash flow	236,847	(84,626)	235,137	(118,834)

Adjusted Operating Cash Flow and Adjusted Operating Cash Flow per Share can be reconciled to Cash Provided by Operating Activities on the Company's Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows as follows:

	Three months ended June 30,		Six months ended June 30,
($thousands, except share and per share amounts)	2024	2023	2024	2023
Cash provided by operating activities	491,770	194,844	759,301	406,719
Changes in non-cash working capital items	(121,896)	(84,207)	(75,761)	(61,015)
Adjusted operating cash flow	369,874	110,637	683,540	345,704

Basic weighted average number of shares outstanding	776,173,888	772,255,656	774,033,611	771,739,532
Adjusted operating cash flow per share	$ 0.48	0.14	0.88	0.45

Net debt and net debt excluding lease liabilities can be reconciled to Debt and Lease Liabilities, Current Portion of Debt and Lease Liabilities and Cash and Cash Equivalents on the Company's condensed interim consolidated balance sheet as follows:

($thousands)	June 30, 2024	December 31, 2023
Debt and lease liabilities	(1,282,492)	(1,273,162)
Current portion of total debt and lease liabilities	(315,695)	(212,646)
Less deferred financing fees (netted in above)	(7,547)	(6,374)
	(1,605,734)	(1,492,182)
Cash and cash equivalents	452,809	268,793
Net debt	(1,152,925)	(1,223,389)
Lease liabilities	259,164	277,208
Net debt excluding lease liabilities	(893,761)	(946,181)

Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information

Certain of the statements made and information contained herein are "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this document constitute forward-looking information, including but not limited to statements regarding the Company's plans, prospects and business strategies; the Company's guidance on the timing and amount of future production and its expectations regarding the results of operations; expected costs; permitting requirements and timelines; timing and possible outcome of pending litigation; the results of any Preliminary Economic Assessment, Pre-Feasibility Study, Feasibility Study, or Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimations, life of mine estimates, and mine and mine closure plans; anticipated market prices of metals, currency exchange rates, and interest rates; the development and implementation of the Company's Responsible Mining Management System; the Company's ability to comply with contractual and permitting or other regulatory requirements; anticipated exploration and development activities at the Company's projects; expansion projects and the realization of additional value; expectations regarding, and ability to complete, the acquisition of Filo Corp. and the 50/50 joint venture with BHP; the anticipated development and other plans with respect to the acquisition and joint venture; the Company's integration of acquisitions and expansions and any anticipated benefits thereof; and expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Words such as "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "contemplate", "target", "plan", "goal", "aim", "intend", "continue", "budget", "estimate", "may", "will", "can", "could", "should", "schedule" and similar expressions identify forward-looking information.

Forward-looking information is necessarily based upon various estimates and assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management, including that the Company can access financing, appropriate equipment and sufficient labour; assumed and future price of copper, zinc, gold, nickel and other metals; anticipated costs; ability to achieve goals; the prompt and effective integration of acquisitions; that the political environment in which the Company operates will continue to support the development and operation of mining projects; and assumptions related to the factors set forth below. While these factors and assumptions are considered reasonable by Lundin Mining as at the date of this document in light of management's experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, these statements are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information and undue reliance should not be placed on such information. Such factors include, but are not limited to: global financial conditions, market volatility and inflation, including pricing and availability of key supplies and services; risks inherent in mining including but not limited to risks to the environment, industrial accidents, catastrophic equipment failures, unusual or unexpected geological formations or unstable ground conditions, and natural phenomena such as earthquakes, flooding or unusually severe weather; uninsurable risks; volatility and fluctuations in metal and commodity demand and prices; significant reliance on assets in Chile; reputation risks related to negative publicity with respect to the Company or the mining industry in general; delays or the inability to obtain, retain or comply with permits; risks relating to the development of the Josemaria Project; health and safety laws and regulations; risks associated with climate change; risks relating to indebtedness; economic, political and social instability and mining regime changes in the Company's operating jurisdictions, including but not limited to those related to permitting and approvals, nationalization or expropriation without fair compensation, environmental and tailings management, labour, trade relations, and transportation; inability to attract and retain highly skilled employees; risks inherent in and/or associated with operating in foreign countries and emerging markets, including with respect to foreign exchange and capital controls; project financing risks, liquidity risks and limited financial resources; health and safety risks; compliance with environmental, unavailable or inaccessible infrastructure, infrastructure failures, and risks related to ageing infrastructure; changing taxation regimes; the inability to effectively compete in the industry; the inability to currently control Filo Corp. and the ability to satisfy the conditions and consummate the acquisition of Filo Corp. and the joint venture transaction with BHP on the proposed terms and expected schedule; risks associated with acquisitions, expansions and related integration efforts, including the ability to achieve anticipated benefits, unanticipated difficulties or expenditures relating to integration and diversion of management time on integration; risks related to mine closure activities, reclamation obligations, environmental liabilities and closed and historical sites; reliance on key personnel and reporting and oversight systems, as well as third parties and consultants in foreign jurisdictions; information technology and cybersecurity risks; risks associated with the estimation of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits including but not limited to models relating thereto; actual ore mined and/or metal recoveries varying from Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimates, estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution, mine plans and metallurgical and other characteristics; ore processing efficiency; community and stakeholder opposition; regulatory investigations, enforcement, sanctions and/or related or other litigation; financial projections, including estimates of future expenditures and cash costs, and estimates of future production may not be reliable; enforcing legal rights in foreign jurisdictions; risks associated with the use of derivatives; risks relating to joint ventures and operations; environmental and regulatory risks associated with the structural stability of waste rock dumps or tailings storage facilities; exchange rate fluctuations; compliance with foreign laws; potential for the allegation of fraud and corruption involving the Company, its customers, suppliers or employees, or the allegation of improper or discriminatory employment practices, or human rights violations; risks relating to dilution; risks relating to payment of dividends; counterparty and customer concentration risks; activist shareholders and proxy solicitation matters; estimation of asset carrying values; relationships with employees and contractors, and the potential for and effects of labour disputes or other unanticipated difficulties with or shortages of labour or interruptions in production; conflicts of interest; existence of significant shareholders; challenges or defects in title; internal controls; risks relating to minor elements contained in concentrate products; the threat associated with outbreaks of viruses and infectious diseases; mining rates and rehabilitation projects; mill shut downs; and other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those described in the "Risks and Uncertainties" section of the Company's MD&A for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and the "Risks and Uncertainties" section of the Company's Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2023, which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com under the Company's profile.

All of the forward-looking information in this document are qualified by these cautionary statements. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, forecasted or intended and readers are cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive of all factors and assumptions which may have been used. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate and forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance. Readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The forward-looking information contained herein speaks only as of the date of this document. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise forward‐looking information or to explain any material difference between such and subsequent actual events, except as required by applicable law.

Lundin Mining Second Quarter 2024 Results (CNW Group/Lundin Mining Corporation)

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Lundin Mining Corp. (LUNMF) on Tuesday reported earnings of $121.6 million in its second quarter.

On a per-share basis, the Vancouver, British Columbia-based company said it had net income of 16 cents.

The base metals mining company posted revenue of $1.08 billion in the period.

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MELBOURNE (Reuters) -Global miner BHP Group and Canada-listed Lundin Mining will jointly take over developer Filo Corp for C$4.5 billion ($3.25 billion), the companies said on Monday, as they move to progress the South American projects.

BHP and Lundin will form a 50/50 joint venture to hold both the Filo del Sol and Josemaria projects around the Argentine-Chile border.

BHP and Lundin have offered C$33 per Filo share, reflecting a 12.2% premium to the Canadian copper miner's last close on Monday. Under the deal, BHP is expected to pay a total of $2.1 billion in cash.

Reuters reported on July 12 that Lundin and BHP were weighing a joint bid.

"BHP has been looking to bulk up their copper outlook. "We are still bullish on the outlook for copper, even though it has come off a long way, the medium term fundamentals remain positive," said analyst Baden Moore of CLSA.

The deal is demonstrating to BHP's shareholders that BHP has other strategies to build their copper exposure, although I don't think it means they have definitively walked away from Anglo," he added.

The deal comes as BHP in May walked away from a blockbuster $49 billion bid to take over Anglo American which rejected three proposed offers from its bigger rival over the course of six weeks, as it strove to beef up its copper holdings.

It comes as miners race to build out their pipelines of copper, a metal whose use is expected to underpin the energy transition. Shares fell 1% in a downbeat market.

The world's biggest miners are increasingly preferring to buy instead of building assets to grow, given rising costs for developing new mines and a blow-out in time lines for regulatory approvals.

($1 = 1.3854 Canadian dollars)

(Reporting by Melanie Burton in Melbourne and Rishav Chatterjee and Gursimran Kaur in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona and Stephen Coates)

By Fabian Cambero

SANTIAGO (Reuters) – The union at BHP's Escondida mine in Chile, the world's largest copper mine, has called on its nearly 2,400 members to reject a final contract offer from the company and prepare for a strike, the union president said.

Union President Patricio Tapia told Reuters that workers will vote from Monday to Thursday. The union's stance on the contract offer has not previously been reported.

If workers reject the deal, a strike could start immediately. But Chilean legislation lets either party call for five days of government mediation, extendable by another five days if both parties agree.

Tapia in the interview on Saturday said that if union members strike, the company would not be able to produce copper since replacement workers are prohibited by law and the union represents 98.5% of frontline operational workers at Escondida.

In 2017, more than 2,300 union members took part in a 44-day strike at Escondida, hurting production and pushing global copper prices up.

"We are much better prepared (for a strike) than before. We have a significant strike logistics fund, four times larger than the one from 2017," Tapia said. "And we also have credit agreements to meet the basic needs of workers and their families for a long time."

Tapia said that workers were proposing that they receive an amount equal to 1% of shareholder dividends. This amount would be paid over the three-year life of a new contract.

In fiscal 2023, BHP has said it paid out $8.6 billion which would be about $36,000 for each of Escondida's 2,390 workers.

"We have the right to expect that profits will be shared with workers," Tapia said, adding that record copper prices make Escondida a "fabulous business."

Few details on BHP's contract offer were disclosed aside from a proposed a 20 million Chilean peso ($21,044) bonus per worker.

BHP told Reuters its offer would increase benefits and add new ones.

"With this latest offer the company hopes to reach a new agreement that recognizes workers' contributions and allows us to move forward in a sustainable way in face of Escondida's challenges," the company said in a statement.

Tapia said the union also wanted to improve conditions for workers who lose their jobs due to outsourcing and automation as well as health benefits, bonuses and more.

The union and BHP have repeatedly clashed due to work stoppages, pressure to increase production and complaints about worker safety.

($1 = 950.3900 Chilean pesos)

(Reporting by Fabian Cambero; Editing by Alexander Villegas and Cynthia Osterman)

Consideration for the Acquisition to be $33.00 per share in a mix of cash and Lundin Mining shares; concurrently, Filo announces a C$115 Million Private Placement to BHP and Lundin Mining in connection with the Acquisition

VANCOUVER, BC, July 29, 2024 /CNW/ – Filo Corp. (TSX: FIL) (Nasdaq First North Growth Market: FIL) (OTCQX: FLMMF) ("Filo", or the "Company") is pleased to announce it has entered into a binding agreement (the "Arrangement Agreement") with BHP ("BHP") and Lundin Mining Corporation ("Lundin Mining", together with BHP, the "Purchaser Parties") (TSX: LUN) (OMX: LUMI) whereby the Purchaser Parties will acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Filo that they do not already own (the "Filo Shares") through a plan of arrangement (the "Transaction"). PDF Version

Concurrent with the Transaction, BHP and Lundin Mining will form a Canadian joint venture ("JV") into which the Filo del Sol copper-gold-silver project and the Josemaria copper-gold project (currently 100% owned by Lundin Mining and located in the San Juan Province of Argentina in the same region as Filo del Sol) will be contributed, allowing for the joint development of the Vicuña district. BHP and Lundin Mining will each own a 50% interest in the JV following the Transaction.

Highlights of the deal

Crystalizes immediate value for Filo shareholders and delivers a clear and credible path to developing Filo del Sol to its full potential, backed by two of the world's leading copper miners;
Consolidation of two key assets in the Vicuña district by the JV creates a market-leading operational footprint in the district and offers:
- Strong balance sheet capacity to fund future project development;
- Potential to capture synergies and operational efficiencies; and
- The ability for Filo del Sol to benefit from recently passed legislation in Argentina benefiting projects entering development;
Filo shareholders that receive Lundin Mining shares will maintain upside exposure to the JV, while also benefiting from:
- Jurisdictional and project risk diversification in a company with diversified asset portfolio with long-life assets operating globally;
- Exposure to strong and increasing cash flow generation and dividends; and
- Enhanced market profile with greater share liquidity.

Under the terms of the Transaction, Filo shareholders, excluding BHP and Lundin Mining, will receive total consideration of approximately C$4.1 billion, representing C$33.00 per Filo Share, based on the 5-day volume weighted average price of Lundin Mining shares as of today's close on the TSX. Filo shareholders will be able to elect to receive the consideration as either (i) C$33.00 in cash per Filo Share or (ii) 2.3578 Lundin Mining shares per Filo Share, or some combination of cash and shares, subject to proration. The total cash consideration will be subject to maximum cash consideration of approximately C$2,767 million (representing 68.2% of the aggregate total consideration). The total share consideration will be subject to maximum share consideration of 92.1 million Lundin Mining Shares (representing 31.8% of the aggregate total consideration). Shareholders that do not make an election will be deemed to have elected to receive cash consideration. The consideration represents a premium of 32.2% and 25.8% to the unaffected 30-day volume weighted average price and the unaffected closing price, respectively, of the Filo Shares on the TSX for the period ending July 11, 2024, being the day before press speculation of a transaction. On closing of the Transaction, Filo shareholders are expected to own approximately 11% of Lundin Mining, on a fully diluted basis.

Jamie Beck, President, CEO and Director of Filo said, "I'm very happy to announce this transaction today, which delivers compelling value to Filo's shareholders. The Transaction delivers a 17.4% premium to the unaffected all time high for Filo's shareholders while offering exposure to the future development of Filo del Sol in addition to Lundin Mining's high-quality operating portfolio. The total consideration represents approximately C$924 million in value above Filo's unaffected market capitalization on July 11, 2024."

Mr. Beck continued, "Our copper-gold-silver exploration success at Filo has been unmatched since spinning the Company out in 2016, and now is the right moment to hand the project off to its next stewards to maximize the potential of this remarkable discovery. Since their initial investment in Filo in 2022, BHP has proven to be a fantastic partner who has shared in our vision of the potential at Filo del Sol. That vision began in 2002 when this property was first acquired by the Lundin Family who had the conviction and perseverance to advance the project over the next two decades – characteristics I'm sure will continue under Lundin Mining's ownership. It's not easy pulling together three parties to an agreement like this. I'm excited to combine Filo del Sol along with Josemaria into the JV, consolidating two key assets in the Vicuña district in this joint venture, whose partners have the financial strength, technical expertise, and operational experience to advance Filo del Sol at the pace and scale it deserves while committing to the highest ESG practices globally."

Details of the Transaction

The Transaction, which is not subject to any financing conditions, will be carried out by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act and will require approval by (1) 66⅔% of the votes cast by Filo shareholders, and (2) a simple majority of the votes cast by Filo shareholders, excluding votes from certain shareholders, as required under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions at a special meeting expected to be held to consider the Transaction. In addition to approval by Filo shareholders, the Transaction is also subject to the receipt of court approval, regulatory approvals including approval by the TSX, and the admission to trading of the new Lundin Mining shares and other customary closing conditions for transactions of this nature. Lundin Mining will prepare documentation as required under the EU Prospectus Regulation and Lundin Mining shareholder approval is not required. The Transaction is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025, subject to the satisfaction of closing conditions.

The Swedish Securities Council (Sw. Aktiemarknadsnämnden) has granted Filo, BHP and Lundin Mining relief from the obligation to comply with the requirements of Section VI of the Swedish Takeover Rules for Certain Trading Platforms in connection with the Transaction.

The Arrangement Agreement provides for customary deal-protection provisions, including a non-solicitation covenant on the part of Filo and a right for the Purchaser Parties to match any Superior Proposal (as defined in the Arrangement Agreement). The Arrangement Agreement includes a termination fee of C$135 million, payable by Filo, under certain circumstances (including if the Arrangement Agreement is terminated by Filo in respect of a Superior Proposal) and a reverse termination fee of C$135 million, payable by the Purchaser Parties, under certain circumstances. The directors and officers of Filo, in addition to certain securityholders, including Nemesia S.à.r.l, a private company controlled by a Trust settled by the late Adolf H. Lundin, owning in aggregate approximately 35% of Filo's voting securities have entered into voting support agreements pursuant to which they have agreed to vote all the securities they own or control in favour of the Transaction.

Filo Board of Directors and Special Committee Recommendations

A special committee comprised of independent directors of Filo (the "Special Committee") unanimously recommended the Transaction to the board of directors of the Company (the "Filo Board"). The Filo Board has evaluated the Arrangement Agreement with the Company's management and legal and financial advisors and, following the receipt and review of the unanimous recommendation from the Special Committee, the Filo Board unanimously (subject to certain directors declaring a conflict and abstaining from voting on the matter) determined that the Transaction is in the best interest of the Company, approved the Transaction and recommended that the Company's shareholders vote in favour of the Transaction, all subject to the terms and conditions contained in the Arrangement Agreement.

Each of BMO Capital Markets and National Bank Financial have provided an opinion to the Special Committee and Filo Board stating that, as of the date of such opinions and based upon and subject to various assumptions, limitations and qualifications therein, the consideration to be received by the Filo shareholders pursuant to the Arrangement Agreement is fair, from a financial point of view, to such shareholders, excluding the Purchaser Parties.

Further details regarding the terms of the Transaction are set out in the Arrangement Agreement, which will be publicly filed by Filo under its profile at www.sedarplus.ca. Additional information regarding the terms of the Arrangement Agreement, the background to the Transaction, the rationale for the recommendations made by the Special Committee and the Filo Board and how Filo shareholders can participate in and vote at the special meeting to be held to consider the Transaction, will be provided in the management information circular for the special meeting which will be mailed to shareholders and also filed at www.sedarplus.ca. Shareholders are urged to read these and other relevant materials when they become available.

Concurrent Private Placement

Concurrent with entering into the Arrangement Agreement, Filo and each of the Purchaser Parties entered into a subscription agreement pursuant to which each of the Purchaser Parties will subscribe for 3,484,848 Filo Shares at an issue price of C$33.00 per Filo Share, or approximately C$115 million in the aggregate (the "Concurrent Private Placement"). Upon completion of the Concurrent Private Placement, BHP and Lundin Mining will hold approximately 7.1% and 1.7% of the total issued and outstanding Filo Shares, respectively. The Concurrent Private Placement entails a dilution of approximately 2.7% of the number of shares and votes in the Company (calculated as the number of newly issued shares divided by the total number of shares in the Company after the Concurrent Private Placement). Through the Concurrent Private Placement, the number of shares and votes in the Company will increase by 3,484,848 from 131,200,800 to 134,685,648. The proceeds from the Concurrent Private Placement will be used by Filo to fund the development of the Filo del Sol project, general working capital expenses and general and administration expenses for the period between announcement and closing of the Transaction, in accordance with Filo's budget. The Concurrent Private Placement is not conditional on completion of the Transaction and is expected to complete on or before August 12, 2024.

Advisors and Counsel

BMO Capital Markets is acting as financial advisor to Filo and National Bank Financial is providing a fixed fee fairness opinion to the Special Committee and the Filo Board. Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP is acting as legal advisors to the Company. Stikeman Elliott LLP is acting as legal advisors to BHP. Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP and Sullivan & Cromwell LLP are acting as legal advisors to Lundin Mining.

About Filo Corp.

Filo is a Canadian exploration and development company focused on advancing its 100% owned Filo del Sol copper-gold-silver deposit located in San Juan Province, Argentina and adjacent Region III, Chile. The Company's shares are listed on the TSX and Nasdaq First North Growth Market under the trading symbol "FIL", and on the OTCQX under the symbol "FLMMF". Filo is a member of the Lundin Group of Companies.

Additional Information

The Company's certified adviser on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market is Aktieinvest FK AB, +46 8 506 51703, rutger.ahlerup@aktieinvest.se.

The information contained in this news release was accurate at the time of dissemination, but may be superseded by subsequent news release(s).

This press release contains inside information that Filo Corp. is required to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication by the contact persons below on July 29, 2024 at 7:30pm EDT.

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CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

This press release includes certain "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively "forward-looking information") within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein may be forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements relating to the consummation and timing of the Transaction; the consummation of the Concurrent Private Placement; the satisfaction of the conditions precedent to the Transaction; the strengths, characteristics and potential of Lundin Mining post-Transaction; timing, receipt and anticipated effects of court and regulatory approvals; the impact of the Transaction on employees and local stakeholders; and discussion of future plans, projects, objectives, estimates and forecasts and the timing related thereto. Forward-looking information is frequently, but not always, identified by words such as "expects", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "potential", "possible", and similar expressions, or statements that events, conditions, or results "will", "may", "could", or "should" occur or be achieved. These forward-looking statements may also include statements regarding perceived merit of properties; exploration plans and budgets; mineral reserves and resource estimates; work programs; capital expenditures; timelines; strategic plans; market prices for precious and base metals; or other statements that are not statements of fact. In addition, statements relating to "mineral resources" and "mineral reserves" are deemed to be forward-looking information, as they involve the implied assessment, based on certain estimates and assumptions that the mineral resources and mineral reserves described can be profitably produced in the future.

Forward-looking information involves various risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations include failure to receive the required court and regulatory approvals to effect the Transaction; changes in laws, regulations and government practices; the potential of a third party making a superior proposal to the Transaction; risks pertaining to the outbreak of the global pandemics; government regulation of mining operations; environmental risks; and other risks and uncertainties disclosed in the Company's periodic filings with Canadian securities regulators and in other Company reports and documents filed with applicable securities regulatory authorities from time to time, including the Company's Annual Information Form available under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca. In addition, these statements involve assumptions made with regards to the Company's ability to develop the Filo del Sol project and to achieve the results outlined in the Technical Report; the ability to raise the capital required to fund construction and development of the Filo del Sol project; and the results and impact of future exploration at the Filo del Sol project. The Company's forward-looking information reflects the beliefs, opinions, and projections on the date the statements are made. The Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information or beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by law.

BHP and Lundin Mining to Acquire Filo for C$4.5 Billion (CNW Group/Filo Corp.)

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VANCOUVER, BC, July 29, 2024 /CNW/ – (TSX: LUN) (Nasdaq Stockholm: LUMI) Lundin Mining Corporation ("Lundin Mining" or the "Company") and BHP have entered into a definitive agreement (the "Arrangement Agreement") with Filo Corp. (TSX: FIL) (Nasdaq First North Growth Market: FIL) (OTCQX: FLMMF) ("Filo") to jointly acquire 100% of Filo's issued and outstanding common shares (each, a "Filo Share") not already owned by Lundin Mining and BHP pursuant to a court-approved plan of arrangement (the "Filo Acquisition"). Under the terms of the Arrangement Agreement the offer implies a value of C$33.00 per Filo Share, representing a premium of 32.2% to Filo's unaffected 30-day volume weighted average price ("VWAP") up to July 11, 2024.

Concurrently with the completion of the Filo Acquisition, Lundin Mining and BHP will form a 50/50 joint venture (the "Joint Venture") to hold the Filo del Sol project ("FDS") and Lundin Mining's Josemaria project. BHP will pay Lundin Mining cash consideration of US$690 million as consideration for Lundin Mining contributing the Josemaria project to the Joint Venture. The Joint Venture will create a long-term partnership between Lundin Mining and BHP to jointly develop an emerging copper district with world-class potential that could support a globally ranked mining complex.

Jack Lundin, Lundin Mining President and CEO, commented "This strategic transaction is the key to unlocking the enormous value that the Vicuña District represents. As we partner to acquire Filo del Sol, one of the world's largest undeveloped copper-gold-silver deposits, with its true size yet to be defined, we are very excited about the future of the Company and our role in developing this region. Combined with the Josemaria project, we are now positioned to create a multi-generational mining district with significant synergies and cost savings on a scale that has the potential to become one of the world's largest of its kind. Importantly, we gain a valued partner in BHP and together we aim to generate long-term value through combining complementary skills and experiences, foundational to our near-term goal of becoming a top-tier copper producer."

Strategic Rationale

District Development Opportunity of the Filo del Sol and Josemaria Projects:

Facilitates development optionality at a district scale: The proximity of the FDS and the Josemaria projects allows for the potential of infrastructure to be shared between the projects, with greater economies of scale and increased optionality for staged expansions, as well as the incorporation of future exploration as the district matures.
Accelerates development: Leverages the advanced stage of engineering and permitting at the Josemaria project to progress and study a combined FDS and Josemaria projects on a phased development timeline that recognises improving investment conditions in Argentina and the copper demands of the global energy transition.

Alignment with Lundin Mining's Strategy:

Secures an experienced partner for the development of the Vicuña district: The partnership will benefit from BHP's extensive global expertise in large-scale project development and integrated district-scale operations.
Maintains balance sheet strength: The cash impact to Lundin Mining relating to the transaction is marginally positive with Lundin Mining paying aggregate cash consideration to the Filo shareholders of C$859 million (US$620 million) and receiving cash consideration of US$690 million from BHP pursuant to the Josemaria Transaction (as defined below). Lundin Mining will continue to fund Josemaria on a 100% basis up to the end of the year, after which funding will be split 50/50 with BHP, subject to certain adjustment mechanisms.
Access to an emerging copper district with significant potential: The large-scale, high-grade sulphide deposit at FDS is one of the most significant copper discoveries globally in recent decades.

The Benefits of the Filo Acquisition to Filo Shareholders Include:

Immediately crystallizes value at a compelling premium: The Filo Acquisition provides Filo shareholders the opportunity to realize immediate value from the discovery of FDS at a compelling premium.
Continued exposure to the district: The Filo Acquisition provides a path to develop FDS to its full potential, backed by two experienced copper miners. Filo shareholders will have the ability to retain exposure to the district through common shares of Lundin Mining (each, a "Lundin Share").

Transaction Highlights

Filo Acquisition

BHP and Lundin Mining have agreed to jointly acquire Filo for total consideration of approximately C$4.1 billion, or C$33.00 per Filo Share. This represents a premium of 32.2% to Filo's unaffected 30-day volume weighted average price up to July 11, 2024, and a premium of 12.2% to Filo's last closing price on the TSX on July 29, 2024.

Filo shareholders may choose to receive in exchange for each Filo Share: C$33.00 in cash, 2.3578 Lundin Shares or any combination thereof, subject to an aggregate cap of C$2,767 million in cash and 92.1 million Lundin Shares (the "Maximum Shares"). In the event that the aggregate amount of the cash consideration or share consideration elected by all Filo shareholders exceeds the respective limits, the consideration will be pro-rated and Filo shareholders will receive the other form of consideration for the balance of their Filo Shares. Any cash payments for Filo Shares traded on Nasdaq First North Growth Market will be paid in Swedish kronor in accordance with Euroclear Sweden principles. On closing of the Filo Acquisition, existing shareholders of Lundin Mining and Filo are expected to own approximately 89% and 11% of Lundin Mining, respectively.

Lundin Mining's share of the consideration for the Filo Acquisition is approximately C$2,148 million (US$1,550 million), consisting of up to C$859 million in cash and C$1,289 million in Lundin Shares.

The Filo Acquisition will be implemented by a court-approved plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act and will require approval by Filo shareholders in accordance with applicable Canadian corporate and securities laws.

Each of the directors and senior officers and certain other shareholders of Filo, representing in aggregate approximately 35% of the issued and outstanding Filo Shares, have entered into voting support agreements and have agreed to vote in favour of the Filo Acquisition unless the Arrangement Agreement is terminated.

In connection with the Filo Acquisition, BHP and Lundin Mining have each agreed to subscribe for 1,742,424 Filo Shares at a price of C$33.00 per share for aggregate gross proceeds of up to approximately C$115 million (the "Filo Share Placement") to provide interim financing to Filo, funded equally by BHP and Lundin Mining. The Filo Share Placement is not contingent on the closing of the Filo Acquisition or the Josemaria Transaction (as defined below).

On closing of the Filo Acquisition, Lundin Mining and BHP will each own 50% of Filo and the FDS project.

Formation of the Joint Venture

BHP and Lundin Mining have agreed to form the Joint Venture concurrently with the closing of the Filo Acquisition. Each of BHP and Lundin Mining would hold a 50% interest in the Joint Venture. Under the Joint Venture, the projects will be developed in accordance with sound mining principles consistent with international industry standards to deliver economic and social value.

BHP will pay US$690 million in cash to Lundin Mining, subject to certain adjustments, as consideration for Lundin Mining contributing the Josemaria project to the Joint Venture (the "Josemaria Transaction").

Lundin Mining and BHP will each contribute their respective interests in Filo and Lundin Mining will contribute the Josemaria project to the Joint Venture.

Transaction details

The Filo Acquisition, Josemaria Transaction and formation of the Joint Venture are inter-conditional, whereby completion of each transaction is dependent on completion of each of the other transactions.

Filo Acquisition

BHP Investments Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of BHP Group Limited, and Lundin Mining have entered the Arrangement Agreement with Filo. The Arrangement Agreement includes customary deal-protection measures, including non-solicitation provisions that apply to Filo (subject to customary "fiduciary out" provisions), a right for BHP and Lundin Mining to match an unsolicited superior competing proposal to acquire Filo, a termination payment of C$135 million payable by Filo (half payable to Lundin Mining and half payable to BHP) in certain circumstances and a reverse termination payment of C$135 million payable by Lundin Mining and BHP to Filo in certain circumstances. In addition to the approval of Filo shareholders, the Filo Acquisition is also subject to the receipt of court approval, regulatory approvals including the approval by the TSX, and the admission to trading of the new Lundin Mining Shares and other customary closing conditions for transactions of this nature.

The Filo Acquisition, the Josemaria Transaction, the Filo Share Placement and the entering into of the Arrangement Agreement has been unanimously approved by the Board of Directors of Lundin Mining (excluding certain Directors who abstained from voting). A special committee of independent Directors of Lundin Mining unanimously recommended that the Board of Directors of Lundin Mining approve the Filo Acquisition, the Josemaria Transaction, the Filo Share Placement and the entering into of the Arrangement Agreement. Lundin Mining will prepare documentation as required under the EU Prospectus Regulation. Lundin Mining shareholder approval is not required for the Filo Acquisition, the Josemaria Transaction or the Filo Share Placement.

Rothschild & Co has provided a fairness opinion to the Board of Directors of Lundin Mining and Morgan Stanley Canada Ltd. has provided a fairness opinion to the Lundin Mining special committee, each stating that, as of the date of such opinion, and based upon and subject to the assumptions, limitations and qualifications stated in such opinion, (i) the consideration to be paid by Lundin Mining for its effective interest in the Filo Shares pursuant to the Filo Acquisition is fair, from a financial point of view, to Lundin Mining; (ii) the consideration to be received by Lundin Mining pursuant to the Josemaria Transaction is fair, from a financial point of view, to Lundin Mining; and (iii) in the aggregate, the consideration to be paid by Lundin Mining for its effective interest in the Filo Shares pursuant to the Filo Acquisition and the consideration to be received by Lundin Mining pursuant to the Josemaria Transaction is fair, from a financial point of view, to Lundin Mining.

BMO Capital Markets has provided a fairness opinion to the Board of Directors of Filo and National Bank Financial has provided a fairness opinion to the Filo special committee, each stating that, as of the date of such opinion, and based upon and subject to the assumptions, limitations and qualifications stated in such opinion, that the consideration to be received by Filo shareholders pursuant to the Filo Acquisition is fair, from a financial point of view, to Filo shareholders.

None of the securities to be issued pursuant to the Transaction have been or will be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act"), or any state securities laws, and any securities issuable in the Filo Acquisition are anticipated to be issued in reliance upon the available exemption from such registration requirements pursuant to Section 3(a)(10) of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable exemptions under state securities laws. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities.

Filo Share Placement

The Filo Share Placement will be funded equally by BHP (approximately C$57.5 million) and Lundin Mining (approximately C$57.5 million). On closing of the Filo Share Placement, BHP and Lundin Mining will own approximately 7.1% and 1.7%, respectively, of the issued and outstanding Filo Shares.

The Filo Share Placement is not conditional on completion of the Filo Acquisition and is expected to complete on or before August 12, 2024.

Filo intends to use the proceeds from the Filo Share Placement to fund ongoing exploration and general working capital expenses.

Joint Venture and Josemaria Transaction

The Josemaria Transaction is subject to the receipt of regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions for transactions of this nature.

Indicative timetable

Closing is expected to occur in the first quarter of 2025 subject to satisfaction of the conditions to closing.

Advisors and Counsel

In connection with the Filo Acquisition and the Josemaria Transaction, Lundin Mining has retained Rothschild & Co as financial advisor, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP and Sullivan & Cromwell LLP as legal counsel. Morgan Stanley Canada Limited is acting as financial advisor and Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP is acting as legal counsel to the special committee of the Lundin Mining Board of Directors.

In connection with the Filo Acquisition and the Josemaria Transaction, BHP has retained TD Securities as financial advisor and Stikeman Elliot LLP as legal counsel.

In connection with the Filo Acquisition, Filo has retained BMO Capital Markets as financial advisor and Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP as legal counsel. National Bank Financial is providing a fixed fee fairness opinion to the Filo special committee and the Filo Board of Directors.

Filo del Sol and Josemaria Project Highlights

Filo owns 100% of the FDS deposit, which is an advanced-stage copper exploration project located along the border of the San Juan Province in Argentina and the Atacama Region of Chile. Filo has continued to expand FDS, extending the strike length of mineralisation to over 5 kilometres, with multiple reported high grade copper drill intercepts.

Lundin Mining owns 100% of the Josemaria project, which is an advanced stage copper project, located approximately 10 kilometres from FDS in San Juan Province, Argentina. A feasibility study for the Josemaria project was completed in November 2020 and an Environmental Social Impact Assessment was approved by the Mining Authority of San Juan, Argentina in April 2022. The Josemaria project features favourable topography for the placement of infrastructure for the district, with expansion potential.

About Lundin Mining

The information in this news release is information that Lundin Mining is required to make public under the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out below on July 29, 2024 at 16:30 PDT.

Analyst and Investor Webcast and Conference Call:

The Company will hold a telephone conference call and webcast at [06:00 PDT, 9:00 EDT, 15:00 CET] on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 to discuss the highlights of the transaction. Conference call details are provided below. Please dial in 15 minutes prior to the call start to ensure placement into the conference on time.

Call-in number for the conference call (North America): [+1 289 514 5100]
Call-in number for the conference call (North America Toll Free): [+1 800 717 1738]
Call-in number for the conference call (UK): [+44 203 428 1383]
Call-in number for the conference call (UK): [+61 2 8017 1385]

To view the live webcast presentation, please log on using this direct link:

https://onlinexperiences.com/Launch/QReg/ShowUUID=06B69F41-AAB0-44CF-A9E5-C6B8778E1A84&LangLocaleID=1033

The presentation slideshow will also be available in PDF format on the Lundin Mining website www.lundinmining.com before the conference call. A replay of the telephone conference will be available after the completion of the call.

Call-in numbers for the replay are (North America): [+1 888 660 6264]. The passcode for the replay is: [64144]

A replay of the webcast will be available by clicking on the [direct link] above.

Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information

Certain of the statements made and information contained herein are "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this document constitute forward-looking information, including but not limited to statements regarding the Company's plans, prospects and business strategies; the completion of the acquisition of Filo and the timing thereof; the establishment and operation of a new joint venture with BHP; the realization of synergies in the Vicuña district; the identification of additional value creation opportunities; the Company's guidance on the timing and amount of future production and its expectations regarding the results of operations; expected costs; permitting requirements and timelines; the results of any Preliminary Economic Assessment, Pre-Feasibility Study, Feasibility Study, or Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimations, the Company's ability to comply with contractual and permitting or other regulatory requirements; anticipated exploration and development activities at the Company's projects; expansion projects and the realization of additional value; the Company's integration of acquisitions and expansions and any anticipated benefits thereof; the Company's ability to become a top tier copper producer; and expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Words such as "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "contemplate", "target", "plan", "goal", "aim", "intend", "continue", "budget", "estimate", "may", "will", "can", "could", "should", "schedule" and similar expressions identify forward-looking information.

Forward-looking information is necessarily based upon various estimates and assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management, including that the Company can access financing, appropriate equipment and sufficient labour; assumed and future price of copper, zinc, nickel, gold and other metals; anticipated costs; ability to achieve goals and identify and realize opportunities; the prompt and effective integration of acquisitions, including the completion of each of the acquisition of Filo, the establishment of the joint venture with BHP and the realization of synergies and economies of scale in connection therewith; the prompt and effective integration of acquisitions; that the political environment in which the Company operates will continue to support the development and operation of mining projects; and assumptions related to the factors set forth below. While these factors and assumptions are considered reasonable by Lundin Mining as at the date of this document in light of management's experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, these statements are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information and undue reliance should not be placed on such information. Such factors include, but are not limited to: global financial conditions, market volatility and inflation, including pricing and availability of key supplies and services; risks inherent in mining including but not limited to risks to the environment, industrial accidents, catastrophic equipment failures, unusual or unexpected geological formations or unstable ground conditions, and natural phenomena such as earthquakes, flooding or unusually severe weather; uninsurable risks; volatility and fluctuations in metal and commodity demand and prices; significant reliance on assets in Chile; reputation risks related to negative publicity with respect to the Company or the mining industry in general; delays or the inability to obtain, retain or comply with permits; risks relating to the development of the Josemaria Project; health and safety laws and regulations; risks associated with climate change; risks relating to indebtedness; economic, political and social instability and mining regime changes in the Company's operating jurisdictions, including but not limited to those related to permitting and approvals, nationalization or expropriation without fair compensation, environmental and tailings management, labour, trade relations, and transportation; inability to attract and retain highly skilled employees; risks inherent in and/or associated with operating in foreign countries and emerging markets, including with respect to foreign exchange and capital controls; project financing risks, liquidity risks and limited financial resources; health and safety risks; compliance with environmental, unavailable or inaccessible infrastructure, infrastructure failures, and risks related to ageing infrastructure; changing taxation regimes; the inability to effectively compete in the industry; risks associated with acquisitions partnerships, including the completion of each of the acquisition of Filo and the establishment of the joint venture with BHP; expansions and and related integration efforts, including the ability to achieve anticipated benefits, unanticipated difficulties or expenditures relating to integration and diversion of management time on integration; risks related to mine closure activities, reclamation obligations, environmental liabilities and closed and historical sites; reliance on key personnel and reporting and oversight systems, as well as third parties and consultants in foreign jurisdictions; information technology and cybersecurity risks; risks associated with the estimation of Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits including but not limited to models relating thereto; actual ore mined and/or metal recoveries varying from Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimates, estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution, mine plans and metallurgical and other characteristics; ore processing efficiency; community and stakeholder opposition; regulatory investigations, enforcement, sanctions and/or related or other litigation; financial projections, including estimates of future expenditures and cash costs, and estimates of future production may not be reliable; enforcing legal rights in foreign jurisdictions; risks associated with the use of derivatives; risks relating to joint ventures and operations; environmental and regulatory risks associated with the structural stability of waste rock dumps or tailings storage facilities; exchange rate fluctuations; compliance with foreign laws; potential for the allegation of fraud and corruption involving the Company, its customers, suppliers or employees, or the allegation of improper or discriminatory employment practices, or human rights violations; risks relating to dilution; risks relating to payment of dividends; counterparty and customer concentration risks; activist shareholders and proxy solicitation matters; estimation of asset carrying values; relationships with employees and contractors, and the potential for and effects of labour disputes or other unanticipated difficulties with or shortages of labour or interruptions in production; conflicts of interest; existence of significant shareholders; challenges or defects in title; internal controls; risks relating to minor elements contained in concentrate products; the threat associated with outbreaks of viruses and infectious diseases; mining rates and rehabilitation projects; mill shut downs; and other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those described in the " Risks and Uncertainties" section of the Company's MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and the "Risks and Uncertainties" section of the Company's Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2023, which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com under the Company's profile.

Lundin Mining and BHP to Acquire Filo and Form a 50/50 Joint Venture to Progress the Filo del Sol and Josemaria Projects (CNW Group/Lundin Mining Corporation)

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FMC Corporation's (NYSE:FMC) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.58 per share on 17th of October. Based on this payment, the dividend yield on the company's stock will be 4.1%, which is an attractive boost to shareholder returns.

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FMC's Earnings Easily Cover The Distributions

Impressive dividend yields are good, but this doesn't matter much if the payments can't be sustained. Before making this announcement, FMC was paying a whopping 139% as a dividend, but this only made up 24% of its overall earnings. A cash payout ratio this high could put the dividend under pressure and force the company to reduce it in the future if it were to run into tough times.

Over the next year, EPS is forecast to fall by 45.0%. If the dividend continues along recent trends, we estimate the payout ratio could be 50%, which we consider to be quite comfortable, with most of the company's earnings left over to grow the business in the future.

historic-dividendFMC Has A Solid Track Record

Even over a long history of paying dividends, the company's distributions have been remarkably stable. The annual payment during the last 10 years was $0.54 in 2014, and the most recent fiscal year payment was $2.32. This works out to be a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 16% a year over that time. So, dividends have been growing pretty quickly, and even more impressively, they haven't experienced any notable falls during this period.

The Dividend Looks Likely To Grow

Investors who have held shares in the company for the past few years will be happy with the dividend income they have received. We are encouraged to see that FMC has grown earnings per share at 21% per year over the past five years. Earnings per share is growing at a solid clip, and the payout ratio is low which we think is an ideal combination in a dividend stock as the company can quite easily raise the dividend in the future.

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In summary, while it's good to see that the dividend hasn't been cut, we are a bit cautious about FMC's payments, as there could be some issues with sustaining them into the future. While FMC is earning enough to cover the payments, the cash flows are lacking. Overall, we don't think this company has the makings of a good income stock.

Companies possessing a stable dividend policy will likely enjoy greater investor interest than those suffering from a more inconsistent approach. Meanwhile, despite the importance of dividend payments, they are not the only factors our readers should know when assessing a company. To that end, FMC has 4 warning signs (and 2 which are potentially serious) we think you should know about. Looking for more high-yielding dividend ideas? Try our collection of strong dividend payers.

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Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – July 25, 2024) – Flying Nickel Mining Corp. (TSXV: FLYN) (OTCQB: FLYNF) (the "Company" or "Flying Nickel") is pleased to announce that shareholders of the Company (the "Shareholders") have overwhelmingly approved the previously announced arrangement (the "Arrangement") involving the Company and Nevada Vanadium Mining Corp. ("Nevada Vanadium") at the Company's annual general and special meeting (the "Meeting") held on July 23, 2024.

The special resolution approving the Arrangement (the "Arrangement Resolution") was required to be approved by a majority of votes cast by Shareholders present virtually or represented by proxy at the Meeting excluding Shareholders described in items (a) through (d) of Section 8.1(2) of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("Disinterested Shareholders").

A total of 69,279,808 common shares of the Company ("Common Shares"), representing approximately 78.67% of votes entitled to be cast at the Meeting, were represented in person and by proxy at the Meeting. Approximately 94.94% of the votes eligible to be cast by Disinterested Shareholders were voted in favour of the Arrangement Resolution.

Shareholders of Nevada Vanadium also approved the Arrangement by the requisite majorities at a meeting of shareholders of Nevada Vanadium held on July 23, 2024. Nevada Vanadium intends to seek a final order approving the Arrangement from the British Columbia Supreme Court on August 2, 2024 at 9:45 a.m. Closing of the Arrangement remains subject to satisfaction of certain customary closing conditions, including receipt of final court, stock exchange and regulatory approvals. Subject to the satisfaction of these closing conditions, the parties currently expect to complete the Arrangement in August, 2024.

Further details regarding the Arrangement, including the principal closing conditions and the anticipated benefits for Shareholders, can be found in the joint management information circular of the Company and Nevada Vanadium dated May 24, 2024 (the "Circular") in respect of the Meeting, which can be found under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

The Company is also pleased to announce that all other resolutions proposed at the Meeting were duly passed, including the election of directors as follows:

Nominee	# Votes For	% Votes For	# Votes Withheld	% Votes Withheld
Greg Hall	33,006,395	97.11%	980,895	2.89%
John Lee	32,862,291	96.69%	1,124,999	3.31%
Masateru Igata	32,901,515	96.80%	1,085,775	3.20%
Neil Duboff	32,909,475	96.83%	1,077,815	3.17%

Shareholders also voted in favour of the appointment of Mao & Ying LLP as auditors of the Company until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders of the Company and approved the Company's rolling 10% incentive plan.

About Flying Nickel

Flying Nickel is a nickel sulphide exploration-stage mining company. The Company is advancing its 100% owned Minago nickel project in the Thompson nickel belt in Manitoba, Canada.

Further information on the Company can be found at www.flynickel.com.

FLYING NICKEL MINING CORP.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

John LeeChief Executive Officer

For more information about the Company, please contact:Phone: Phone: 1.877.664.2535 / 1.877.6NICKELEmail: info@flynickel.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange 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.

Forward-Looking Statements and Cautionary Disclaimers

References to $ herein refer to the lawful currency of Canada and references to US$ herein refer to the lawful currency of the United States.

This press release does not constitute an offer of securities for sale in the United States. The securities being offered have not been, nor will they be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and such securities may not be offered or sold within the United States absent U.S. registration or an applicable exemption from U.S. registration requirements.

This press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". These forward-looking statements or information may relate to the final approval of the Arrangement, closing of the Arrangement and the Company's ongoing business plan, exploration and work program.

Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management of the Company at the time, are inherently subject to business, market and economic risks, uncertainties and contingencies that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements. Such assumptions include, but are not limited to, assumptions regarding the completion of the Arrangement, including receipt of required regulatory, court and stock exchange approvals, the ability of the Company and Nevada Vanadium to satisfy, in a timely manner, the other conditions to the closing of the Arrangement, other expectations and assumptions concerning the Arrangement, and that general business and economic conditions will not change in a material adverse manner. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.

Such statements represent the current views of the Company with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, political and social risks, contingencies and uncertainties. Risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to the following: inability of the Company and Nevada Vanadium to complete the Arrangement, a material adverse change in the timing of any completion and the terms and conditions upon which the Arrangement is completed; inability to satisfy or waive all conditions to closing the Arrangement as set out in the Arrangement Agreement; the inability of the Company to realize the benefits anticipated from the Arrangement and the timing to realize such benefits; unanticipated changes in market price for Common Shares; changes to the Company's and/or Nevada Vanadium's current and future business plans and the strategic alternatives available thereto; treatment of the Arrangement under applicable laws; regulatory determinations and delays; any impacts of COVID-19 on the business of the Company and the ability to advance the Company's projects; stock market conditions generally; demand, supply and pricing for uranium; and general economic and political conditions in Canada and other jurisdictions where the applicable party conducts business. Other factors which could materially affect such forward-looking information are described in the risk factors in the Circular, the Company's management's discussion and analyses and other filings with the Canadian securities regulators which are available under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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(Bloomberg) — Anglo American Plc laid out the scale of challenges it faces as the company pushes ahead with a radical restructuring plan, after rebuffing a takeover approach from rival BHP Group earlier this year.

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Pad ID	Hole ID		From (m)	To (m)	Interval (m)	Au (g/t)	Ag (g/t)	Cu (%)	Pb (%)	Zn (%)	AuEq (g/t)
Golden Gate	GD-24-235	Interval	444.3	450.64	6.34	34.16	34.15	0.03	0.56	0.85	35.04
Golden Gate	GD-24-235	Within	441	452.9	11.9	15.40	17.11	0.02	0.28	0.47	15.86
Go-For-Gold	GD-24-236	Interval	83.0	89.0	6.0	3.03	63.55	0.01	0.76	0.45	4.14
Go-For-Gold	GD-24-236	Including	83.9	86.94	3.04	4.96	103.60	0.02	1.27	0.74	6.79

Pad	Drillhole Name	Easting	Northing	CRS	Azimuth	Dip	Length (m)
Golden Gate	GD-24-235	457444	6162775	NAD83 UTM ZN 9N	180	81.5	696
Go-for-gold	GD-24-236	457755	6163133	NAD83 UTM ZN 9N	200	45	351

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