Market skeptics love to find a flaw in everything, but the latest KGHM Poland Copper operational report effectively cuts down pessimistic narratives of the malkontent.
The copper paradox, or how to sell more by producing less
In May 2026 the group sold 62,100 tonnes of copper, which represents a 2% year‑over‑year increase. Most interestingly, this phenomenal result was achieved with copper production at a level of 57,300 tonnes, which was 2% lower on an annual basis.
Meanwhile, copper production across the entire Group fell by 1,000 tonnes to 58,500 tonnes year‑over‑year.
As you can see, the Lubin machine can manage inventory and global distribution excellently, turning temporary downtime into real market success. Crucial for shareholders, clear production increases were recorded directly in KGHM Poland Copper, while foreign segments took a slight breath.
The market hates emptiness and a stable, strong national foundation is the best proof for institutional investors that the company’s heart beats a healthy, predictable rhythm, regardless of macroeconomic turbulence and currency fluctuations.
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Silver hit and molybdenum Eldorado in the shadow of copper
While most analysts traditionally track copper prices, the real show in the May report was taken by precious metals and key technological additives.
The highlight of the set was silver, essential in modern technology and the basis of the AI boom. Sales of this metal exploded by a spectacular 46% year‑over‑year, reaching 164 tonnes. That’s a pure increase of 52 tonnes.
This impressive demand surge was recorded in all key operational segments: KGHM Poland Copper, KGHM International and the Chilean Sierra Gorda mine. It was accompanied by an 11% higher production of sellable silver, which closed at 129,400 tonnes.
It’s worth adding that molybdenum also recorded an impressive rebound. Sales of this metal rose by 0.3 million pounds, reaching a peak of 0.5 million pounds, which means a year‑over‑year jump of 2.5 times.
Against this backdrop, only metals from the TPM group (gold and platinum) performed poorly, with sales down 26% and production shrinking by 13% due to weaker foreign assets.
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Strategic marathon and green light for investors
Looking from a broader perspective of the first five months of 2026, the fundamental situation of KGHM Poland Copper remains stable, effectively dampening the enthusiasm of market bears.
From January to May, copper sales settled at 289,000 tonnes (compared to 293,200 tonnes a year earlier), but sellable copper production rose to 291,700 tonnes, surpassing last year’s result of 286,500 tonnes.
Although copper production over these five months is symbolically 1% below ambitious budget targets, plans for silver and gold are realized with a powerful, double‑digit surplus.
This dynamic production mix gives the company excellent financial flexibility and resilience to price swings of individual commodities on global markets.
Investor reaction to these promising reports could only be one. At the close of the June 22 trading session, the KGHM share price rose by 0,70%, pushing the price of one share to 368,05 PLN.
Chart. KGHM Poland Copper share price
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