Agnico Eagle Eyes 1.5M-Ounce Gold Growth Wave by 2030 - Yahoo Finance

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Agnico Eagle outlined a growth plan that could add roughly 1.5 million annual gold ounces by around 2030, led by Hope Bay, Canadian Malartic, Detour Lake and Upper Beaver. Management is emphasizing production and earnings per share over volume alone, citing a threefold rise in production per share from 2005 to 2025, a $4.5 billion balance-sheet improvement over the past 18 months, and $1 billion returned to shareholders in H1.

Project details point to meaningful future Canadian supply: Hope Bay is targeted for 400,000-450,000 oz/year from 2030, Canadian Malartic roughly 300,000-350,000 oz/year (with later comments suggesting 400,000-500,000), Detour Lake is advancing underground work after adding 20 million ounces of reserves/resources over five years, and Upper Beaver is expected to contribute 200,000-220,000 oz/year. Management also flagged potential upside from San Nicolás, Hammond Reef and Ikkari, while noting permitting and labor availability remain key constraints.