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TORONTO - Lithium Royalty Corp. (TSX: LIRC), a $208 million market cap company focused on lithium royalties, has reported the successful re-election of its board members during its annual and special meeting of shareholders held today. According to InvestingPro data, the stock has seen an 8% decline over the past week, though analysts maintain a bullish outlook with price targets ranging from $4.34 to $6.50. The election saw nearly unanimous support for the director nominees, with each receiving over 98% approval from the voting participants.
The company detailed the voting results for each director nominee, with Blair Levinsky, Ernie Ortiz, Jesal Shah, and Tamara Brown receiving the highest approval rates, all garnering 99.9% of the votes. Mark Wellings and John Kanellitsas also secured their positions with 98.8% and 98.6% of votes, respectively, despite a slightly higher percentage of votes withheld.
In addition to the director elections, shareholders appointed KPMG LLP as the independent auditor for the next year, with 99.9% of votes in favor, and authorized the directors to fix its remuneration. The renewal of the Company’s omnibus equity incentive plan was also approved with similar support, receiving 99.9% of the votes for and a negligible 0.1% against.
Lithium Royalty Corp.’s business strategy is aligned with the electrification and decarbonization of the global economy, holding a diverse portfolio of 35 revenue royalties on mineral properties. These properties are integral to the battery supply chain, servicing the transportation and energy storage industries. InvestingPro analysis reveals the company maintains a strong financial position with a current ratio of 19.75 and more cash than debt on its balance sheet. While currently rated as fairly valued by InvestingPro’s Fair Value model, subscribers can access 4 additional exclusive ProTips and comprehensive financial metrics through the platform’s detailed research reports. The company emphasizes the inclusion of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and sustainable mining practices in its investment analysis and royalty acquisitions, aligning with the Principles for Responsible Investment. Despite reporting $3.02 million in revenue over the last twelve months, InvestingPro data indicates the company is not yet profitable, though it maintains strong liquidity with assets well exceeding short-term obligations.
The report on all items of business voted at the meeting has been filed on SEDAR, a document filing and retrieval system for Canadian public companies. This news is based on a press release statement.
In other recent news, Lithium Royalty Corp reported its first-quarter 2025 financial results, showing a mixed performance with a slight decline in quarterly royalty revenue to $629,000 from $631,000 and a widened adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.1 million compared to $662,000 the previous year. Despite these challenges, the company maintains a strong cash position of $32 million and no debt. The company anticipates receiving revenue from the Mariana project in the second half of 2025 and potential revenue from the Tres Cabratas project by Q3/Q4 2025. In a strategic move, Lithium Royalty Corp completed a partial sale of its Tres Cabral royalty for $28 million, which strengthens its balance sheet. The company is also pursuing opportunities to acquire additional royalties to enhance future revenue streams. CEO Ernie Ortiz noted that the company is prepared for market fluctuations and highlighted ongoing demand for lithium driven by electric vehicles and energy storage. Despite the current downturn in lithium prices, the company remains optimistic about a recovery over time. These developments indicate a strategic focus on maintaining financial health while navigating market challenges.
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