Summary
Newmont Mining Corporation reported a decrease in net income attributable to stockholders for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2012 compared to the same periods in 2011. This was driven by lower production across several key mines, including Batu Hijau, Tanami, and Ahafo, coupled with increased production costs for both gold and copper. The company also faced challenges with lower gold prices and significant charges related to discontinued operations, specifically the Holt property royalty. Despite these headwinds, Newmont saw some positive indicators such as higher copper prices in the third quarter and increased production in Nevada and Yanacocha. The company is actively managing its project pipeline, with ongoing construction at Akyem and a revised "go slow, water first" approach for the Conga project in Peru due to local protests. Capital expenditures remain substantial, particularly directed towards advancing development projects. Newmont is focused on navigating a complex operating environment characterized by fluctuating commodity prices and regional challenges.
Financial Highlights
54 data points| Gross Profit | $1.10B |
| R&D Expenses | $74.00M |
| Operating Expenses | $1.75B |
| Operating Income | $401.00M |
| Interest Expense | $67.00M |
| Net Income | $367.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.74 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.74 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 496.00M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 499.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Net income attributable to Newmont stockholders decreased to $367 million ($0.74 per share) in Q3 2012 from $493 million ($1.00 per share) in Q3 2011.
- 2Consolidated sales for Q3 2012 were $2.48 billion, down from $2.74 billion in Q3 2011, reflecting lower production volumes and realized prices for gold.
- 3Costs applicable to sales for gold increased significantly, with consolidated costs per ounce sold rising to $693 in Q3 2012 from $622 in Q3 2011.
- 4Copper production and sales saw a substantial decrease in Q3 2012 compared to Q3 2011, driven by lower production at Batu Hijau.
- 5The company reported a $33 million loss from discontinued operations in Q3 2012 related to the Holt property royalty, a new charge compared to Q3 2011.
- 6Capital expenditures for the first nine months of 2012 were $2.45 billion, a decrease from $4.03 billion in the prior year period, primarily due to the absence of the Fronteer acquisition.
- 7Newmont is proceeding with a "go slow, water first" approach for the Conga project in Peru due to local opposition, reducing planned spending and focusing on water reservoir construction.