Interview with John A. McCluskey, President & CEO of Alamos Gold Inc.

Recording date: 21st November 2023

Driving Returns Through Operational Excellence and Focused Growth
Alamos Gold is a growth story and represents a unique investment opportunity within the gold mining space, combining steady free cash flow generation with extensive visible production growth. Since its founding in 2003, the company has created significant value for shareholders by converting high-margin assets into expanding low-cost gold output.

Led by mining veterans, management has systematically built a portfolio of Tier 1 operating mines during periods of market dislocation. These high-grade cornerstone assets in mining-friendly North American jurisdictions provide sector-leading cost performance. Supported by peer-low All-In Sustaining Costs (AISC) of around $1,000 per ounce, the company generates substantial cash flows throughout metal price cycles.

Unlike most mid-tier peers focused nearer-term on mine site exploration or marginal acquisitions, Alamos’ growth trajectory centers around fully-funded low-risk expansions. These construction projects add scale while lowering costs through operational leverage. The largest endeavor currently underway involves expanding Island Gold underground operations, which promises to increase output over 115% by 2026 once complete. Supporting further growth, existing infrastructure provides processing flexibility, extensive tailings capacity, and lower capital intensity for future development.

Beyond current mines, the company also controls what it believes is the best undeveloped gold deposit in Canada at Lynn Lake. Taken together, management targets boosting total production capacity 60% over coming years from 500,000 ounces currently to 800,000 ounces in 2028. Such growth promises significant cash flow expansion as gold prices rise.

Alamos Gold appears primed for future rerating as the market recognizes both high-quality assets and sector-leading growth. Exposure to rising gold prices with less risk forms a compelling opportunity for precious metals investors.

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