RE: Tecx22 Feb 2025 13:25
ACG - they have $200m of bonds at 14.75% so $30m goes on interest. CAPEX of $150m with a life of mine of 11 years to that's approx another $15m a year in depreciation. Corporation tax and royalties take 30% of what's left...
$75 becomes $30 after interest and depreciation; down to $20 after taxes and royalties. That does not leave much to pay off the bonds, let alone pay dividends. If it was such a good prospect, why did they need funding at nearly 15%?
AI _ "In conclusion, a 15% interest rate on bonds for a mining project would be considered extremely unfavorable and indicative of a high-risk prospect that may struggle to achieve economic viability."