Summary of First Majestic Silver Q1 2026 Earnings Call

1Key Financial Results and Metrics

Silver Production: 3.5 million ounces, representing 26% of 2026 midpoint guidance.

Gold Production: 28% of midpoint guidance.

Average Realized Silver Price: $86.35, significantly up from $33.10 in Q1 2025.

Record Revenues: $477 million, a 95% increase year-over-year.

Operating Cash Flow: $311 million ($0.63 per share).

Free Cash Flow: $224 million, despite a large tax payment of $95 million.

Dividend: Increased to $0.0171, four times last year's dividend, reflecting a policy change from 1% to 2%.

Margins: Increased to $52 per ounce from $13 per ounce a year ago.

2Strategic Updates and Business Highlights

Management Changes: David Howe appointed as COO; Alex Thompson hired for Jerritt Canyon restart.

Operational Efficiency: Focus on cost management and efficiency improvements, with cash costs aligned with plans.

Exploration and Development: Aggressive exploration program with 266,000 meters planned, plus 42,000 meters at Jerritt Canyon.

Mine Expansions: Ongoing expansions at Santa Elena and Los Gatos, with significant progress reported.

Self-Hauling at La Encantada: Transition to self-hauling expected to reduce costs and increase throughput.

3Forward Guidance and Outlook

Production Guidance: Anticipated strong performance in Q2 2026, with expectations for continued high metal prices.

Jerritt Canyon Restart: Targeting production commencement in H2 2027, with significant investments planned.

Exploration Success: Continued positive results from exploration at San Dimas, Santa Elena, and Los Gatos.

4Bad News, Challenges, or Points of Concern

Cost Increases: All-in sustaining costs have risen due to higher taxes and profit-sharing linked to increased silver prices.

Market Volatility: Potential for rising costs from suppliers and inflationary pressures, though management has not yet seen significant impacts.

Labor Market: While local hiring is expected to ramp up, there are concerns about competition for skilled labor in the area.

5Notable Q&A Insights

Government and Union Relations: Management indicated no current threats from government policy changes or union pressures, with both parties benefiting from higher silver prices.

Jerritt Canyon Hiring Plans: Initial hiring underway, with a focus on filling key management positions before ramping up labor for operations.

Critical Path Items: Key milestones include the oxygen plant and underground fleet development, with updates expected as projects progress.

M&A Strategy: The company is actively looking for growth opportunities but acknowledges the rarity of good silver projects. Overall, First Majestic Silver reported a strong Q1 2026, with record revenues and improved margins, while also outlining strategic initiatives for growth and development amidst some cost pressures and market uncertainties.