Mining Stock Daily

Meridian Mining's Next Big Catalyst: Financing Cabaçal

Meridian Mining CEO Gilbert Clark joins Trevor Hall during LME Week in London to discuss the market's response to the definitive feasibility study for the Cabaçal copper-gold project in Brazil. With an after-tax NPV exceeding $2 billion and an IRR of 108%, Meridian is now advancing project financing and commercial discussions with smelters and trading houses. Clark outlines the company's path toward construction, targeting initial ramp-up in late 2028 and free cash flow in 2029. The conversation also covers the strategic value of Cabaçal's high-quality copper concentrate, financing considerations, Brazil's political landscape, and plans to significantly expand exploration spending across Meridian's broader copper-gold portfolio.