Kenmare Resources (KMR) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
9 Mar, 2026Strategic position and market overview
Operates the Moma Titanium Minerals Mine in Mozambique, with over 20 years of production and more than 100 years of mineral resources at current rates.
Supplies 6% of global titanium feedstocks, with titanium listed as a critical mineral in major markets.
Over $1.5bn invested in capital projects, including a $341m upgrade to Wet Concentrator Plant (WCP) A.
Maintains a consistent low-cost industry position and has distributed over $300m to shareholders since 2019.
Faces ongoing market weakness due to oversupply, especially from increased Chinese production and subdued end-market demand.
Financial performance and cost management
Year-end 2025 cash and cash equivalents at $48.6m, with net debt rising to $158.8m due to peak capex on WCP A upgrade.
Impairment charge up to $300m expected, reflecting weaker pricing and lower asset recoverable values.
2026 cash operating cost guidance set at $215-225m, with cost per tonne targeted at $240-250.
Retrenchment of ~15% of workforce and production curtailments planned to reduce costs.
Capital intensity to materially reduce in 2026, with $30m capex for WCP A and $30m sustaining capital planned.
Operations and production
2025 production impacted by WCP A upgrade: ilmenite down 17% YoY, rutile down 12%, shipments down 13%.
Selective Mining Operation (SMO 1) delivered 50kt HMC in 2025; SMO 2 to be commissioned in Q3 2026.
Focus on value over volume, maximizing shipments and drawing down stockpiles to normal levels.
2026 shipment guidance set at over 1.1Mt, a >15% increase versus 2025, with production flexed to meet demand.
Latest events from Kenmare Resources
- Higher royalties and loss of IFZ status drive urgent talks and risk of arbitration.KMR
Investor update9 Mar 2026 - Major plant upgrade secures future output as cost controls and shipment growth drive 2026 outlook.KMR
Investor presentation9 Mar 2026 - Revenue and profit fell, but strong cash flow and H2 recovery expected.KMR
H1 20241 Feb 2026 - 2026 targets over 1.1Mt shipments, lower costs, and value focus as major projects conclude.KMR
Status update21 Jan 2026 - Robust 2024 operations, but profits fell sharply on weaker prices and higher costs.KMR
H2 202423 Dec 2025 - Q3 output fell on upgrades, but long-term production and shareholder returns remain strong.KMR
Status Update14 Dec 2025 - H1 2025: stable ops, 3% revenue growth, $100.3m impairment, WCP A upgrade on track.KMR
H1 202523 Nov 2025 - H1 2025: revenue up 3%, $100.3M impairment, 30% EBITDA margin, guidance maintained.KMR
H1 202523 Nov 2025 - Leading titanium minerals producer with strong financials, growth projects, and sustainability focus.KMR
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