Silvercorp Metals (TSX:SVM) - 'Undervalued?' Investment Series, with Lon Shaver

Interview with Lon Shaver, President, Silvercorp MetalsOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/silvercorp-metals-nysesvm-377m-cash-el-domo-build-drive-growth-in-silver-dominant-producer-8056Recording date: 15th June 2026Silvercorp Metals has reported a strong performance over its most recent two quarters, with sharp increases in net income and free cash flow largely driven by higher prices for silver, gold, and zinc rather than significant production growth. While output rose modestly, the primary driver of improved margins was the favorable pricing environment, which allowed more revenue per ton of ore without major new capital investment. Seasonal weakness typically seen in the March quarter was mitigated by expanded capacity at the company’s flagship Ying Mining District in China.Despite these results, Silvercorp continues to trade at a valuation discount relative to peers. Management attributes this gap to its historical reliance on a single asset in a single jurisdiction, which has limited investor interest, particularly among those less familiar with operating conditions in China. To address this, the company is actively pursuing diversification across both geography and commodities.Key growth initiatives include the El Domo project in Ecuador, currently under construction and expected to begin production by mid-2027, and the Condor gold project, which is being advanced as a potentially low-cost underground mine. In addition, Silvercorp has acquired two gold projects in Kyrgyzstan, providing exposure to more than 6 million ounces of gold. These projects are central to a broader strategy to expand revenue from approximately $400 million today to over $2 billion within five to six years.The company plans to fund this expansion primarily through internal cash flow, supported by an unused $220 million credit facility. It is also seeking a secondary listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to broaden its investor base. Alongside growth, Silvercorp continues to focus on cost control through electrification, off-peak energy use, and increased automation, reinforcing its position as a low-cost producer in a rising metals price environment.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/silvercorp-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com