FQVLF First Quantum Minerals Ltd featured news, full reports, and detailed charts
First Quantum Minerals Ltd (FQVLF/FQVLF.PK) Wrap Up:
First Quantum Minerals, Ltd. engages in the exploration, development, production, and processing of mineral resource properties, primarily copper, gold, and acid and related deposits in Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Mauritania. The company owns an 80% interest in the Kansanshi copper-gold mine located in the northwest province of Zambia; a 100% interest in the Bwana plant in Zambia and the Lonshi copper mine situated in DRC; and an 80% interest in the Guelb Moghrein deposit located near Akjoujt in Mauritania. It also holds a 65% interest in the Kolwezi copper-cobalt Tailings project; and a 95% interest in the Frontier copper prospect in the DRC, as well as owns the Kash...First Quantum Minerals Ltd (FQVLF:OTC)
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Market Cap
5.5B
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Total Revenue
1.3B
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EBITDA
389.0M
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DILUTED EPS TTM
-3.38
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P/E
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P/S
4.4x
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Return On Asset
3.93
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Return On Equity
-12.79
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Key developments for First Quantum Minerals Ltd (FQVLF)
It was reported that First Quantum Minerals Ltd. is interested in BHP Billiton Ltd's Ravensthorpe nickel laterite mine near Esperance in Western Australia. AAP reported that the firm declined to confirm these reports. A spokeswoman at First Quantum's West Perth branch told AAP, “No comment.” China Metallurgical Group Corporation is also believed to be interested in the asset. Queensland-based mining billionaire, Clive Palmer told AAP in July, after buying BHP Billiton's Yabulu nickel refinery in Queensland, that he would also consider purchasing Ravensthorpe. AAP reported that Mr. Palmer was being sought for comment.
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009. For the quarter, the company reported net earnings of $123.8 million or $1.50 per diluted share compared to $147.5 million or $2.13 per diluted share a year ago. Sales revenues were $557.9 million compared with $563.9 million a year ago. Operating profit was $283.3 million compared with $277.5 million a year ago. Earnings before income taxes and minority interests were $221.8 million compared with $258.0 million a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was $196.0 million compared with $262.9 million a year ago. The company reported payments for property, plant and equipment of $97.6 million compared with $138.8 million a year ago. For the nine months, the company reported net earnings of $236.2 million or $3.11 per diluted share compared to $537.5 million or $7.80 per diluted share a year ago. Sales revenues were $1,246.6 million compared with $1,728.0 million a year ago. Operating profit was $580.1 million compared with $1,039.6 million a year ago. Earnings before income taxes and minority interests were $389.5 million compared with $972.5 million a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was $291.6 million compared with $722.3 million a year ago. The company reported payments for property, plant and equipment of $270.8 million compared with $351.6 million a year ago.
First Quantum Minerals Ltd., Q3 2009 Earnings Call, Nov 11 2009
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Industry Analysis
| Valuation | FQVLF | Industry Range |
| Price/Earnings | NM | Not Meaningful |
| Price/Sales | 4.4x |
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| Price/Book | 2.5x |
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| Price/Cash Flow | NM | Not Meaningful |
| TEV/Sales | 3.0x |
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FQVLF transactions
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Private Placement
May 27, 2009 |
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