
Sandstorm Gold Ltd
TSX:SSL

Operating Margin
Sandstorm Gold Ltd
Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Operating Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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CA |
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Sandstorm Gold Ltd
TSX:SSL
|
3.9B CAD |
44%
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RU |
P
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Polyus PJSC
LSE:PLZL
|
70.4T USD |
51%
|
|
ZA |
G
|
Gold Fields Ltd
JSE:GFI
|
387.7B Zac |
45%
|
|
ZA |
H
|
Harmony Gold Mining Company Ltd
JSE:HAR
|
154.6B Zac |
26%
|
|
CN |
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Zijin Mining Group Co Ltd
SSE:601899
|
517.5B CNY |
16%
|
|
US |
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Newmont Corporation
NYSE:NEM
|
65.2B USD |
35%
|
|
CA |
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Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd
TSX:AEM
|
81.2B CAD |
42%
|
|
AU |
G
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Greatland Gold PLC
ASX:GGP
|
87.2B AUD |
-171%
|
|
CA |
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Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
TSX:WPM
|
55B CAD |
52%
|
|
CA |
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Barrick Gold Corp
TSX:ABX
|
48.9B CAD |
37%
|
|
RU |
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Polyus PAO
MOEX:PLZL
|
2.6T RUB |
65%
|
Sandstorm Gold Ltd
Glance View
Sandstorm Gold Ltd. operates intriguingly within the precious metals industry by adopting a business model that sets it apart from traditional mining companies. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Vancouver, this company leverages the streaming and royalty model, which essentially involves purchasing a portion of a mine's future production at a fixed low price. By providing upfront capital to mining companies in exchange for these future production rights, Sandstorm mitigates many risks typically associated with owning and operating mines. This model allows Sandstorm to capitalize on rising gold prices without the overhead of direct mining operations. Their streamlined approach offers a unique way to leverage the volatile yet potentially lucrative world of precious metals. Sandstorm's revenue essentially flows from the royalties and streams they have acquired across a portfolio of mining operations worldwide. The company's financial health is closely tied to the production volumes and market prices of gold and other precious metals, which underscores their strategic focus on expanding and diversifying their investments. Each agreement gives Sandstorm a stake in the success of a mine, without compelling them to shoulder the operational burdens. This approach has enabled the company to sustain and grow its portfolio over the years, catering to the nuances of market demand while maintaining lower exposure to the inherent risks of mining operations, such as geological uncertainties or regulatory changes.

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Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Based on Sandstorm Gold Ltd's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 44.2%.