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Marimaca Copper to Acquire Sulfuric Acid Plant, Aiming for Cost Reduction

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Marimaca Copper to Acquire Sulfuric Acid Plant, Aiming for Cost Reduction

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Marimaca Copper ( (TSE:MARI) ) has shared an update.

Marimaca Copper Corp. has entered into an agreement to acquire a used sulfuric acid plant in Chile from CEMIN Holding Minero, aiming to reduce its exposure to the volatile acid market and lower production costs. This strategic move is expected to cut sulfuric acid costs by approximately 30%, significantly mitigating financial risks and enhancing profitability for the Marimaca Oxide Deposit. The acquisition will allow Marimaca to produce up to 150ktpa of sulfuric acid, covering 30-40% of its total consumption, and offers a substantial opportunity for cost optimization in its operations.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:MARI) stock is a Buy with a C$12.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Marimaca Copper stock, see the TSE:MARI Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on TSE:MARI Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, TSE:MARI is a Neutral.

Marimaca Copper faces significant financial and operational challenges, primarily due to being in a pre-revenue stage with negative income and reliance on external financing. Despite these hurdles, recent corporate developments, such as exploration successes and strategic expansions, offer potential for future improvement. Technical indicators suggest caution due to mixed signals, while valuation remains a concern due to current financial instability.

To see Spark’s full report on TSE:MARI stock, click here.

More about Marimaca Copper

Marimaca Copper Corp. operates in the mining industry, focusing primarily on copper production. The company is engaged in developing the Marimaca Oxide Deposit in Chile, which is a significant project for copper extraction. Marimaca aims to optimize its operations by managing key input costs, such as sulfuric acid, which is crucial for its heap leach operations.

Average Trading Volume: 40,683

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: C$1.17B

Learn more about MARI stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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