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Energy Transition Metal, Silver Equity & Metal Exploration Fund Holdings Update – H2.2022 and Attribution Analysis
Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – November 15, 2022) – A Copy of the Full Report is Available at the Link Below:
https://mailchi.mp/mineralfunds/portfolio-holdings-battery-silver-and-exploration-funds-2022
This report details the most recent portfolio holdings for Energy Transition Metal, Silver Equity & Metal Exploration Focused Managed Funds and summarizes changes in portfolio holdings.
Energy Transition Metal, Silver Equity & Metal Exploration Focus Funds included in this report:
Domicile | Fund Name | Fund Fees | Holdings Report | ||
Energy Transition Metal Funds | |||||
Luxembourg | Konwave Transition Metals Fund | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Luxembourg | BAKERSTEEL Electrum Fund | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Luxembourg | Structured Solutions Next Generation Resources | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Liechtenstein | Industrial Metals Champions Fund | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
USA | Independent Capital Crucial Minerals Certificate | Summary | Dec, 2021 | ||
Silver Equity Funds | |||||
Luxembourg | STABILITAS Silber+Weissmetalle | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Canada | Ninepoint Silver Equities Class | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Sweden | AuAg Silver Bullet | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Liechtenstein | Silver Plus Fund | Summary | Dec, 2021 | ||
Liechtenstein | SafePort Silver Mining Fund | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Exploration Focused Funds | |||||
Netherlands | Commodity Discovery Fund | Summary | Jun, 2022 | ||
Germany | Earth Exploration Fund UI | Summary | Mar, 2022 |
ATTRIBUTION ANALYSIS:
A portfolio holding ‘attribution analysis‘ is undertaken on the portfolios for the 2 leading funds in the fund sub-categories:
Energy Transition Metal Funds & Silver Equity Funds.
The analysis includes a list of companies which are new to a portfolio in the period ‘New Company Holdings’, and companies which have been eliminated from a portfolio during the period ‘Companies Divested’.
ENERGY TRANSITION METAL FUNDS
Konwave Transition Metals Fund | BAKERSTEEL Electrum Fund | ||
30.Jun.2022 | $366 M USD | 30.Jun.2022 | $273 M USD |
New Company Holdings | Companies Divested | New Company Holdings | Companies Divested |
Allkem Ltd. | Malachite Resources Ltd. | Sandfire Resources Ltd. | Firefinch Ltd. |
Lake Resources NL | Western Areas Ltd. | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. | Aclara Resources Inc. |
Pacific Nickel Mines Ltd. | Serengeti Resources, Inc. | Nutrien Ltd. | Capstone Mining Corporation |
Pilbara Minerals Ltd. | Turquoise Hill Resources Ltd. | Pan American Silver Corporation | First Quantum Minerals Ltd. |
Adventus Mining Corp. | Sociedad Quimica y M. de Chile | LANXESS AG | Nippon Light Mtl. Hld. Co. Ltd. |
Atex Resources, Inc. | Constellium S.E. | First Tin Plc. | Fresnillo Plc. |
Blackrock Gold Corp. | Lynas Corp. Ltd. | Fluor Corporation | Hochschild Mining Plc. |
CVW Cleantech, Inc. | Anglo American Plc. | Newmont Corporation | SolGold Plc. |
Fib Mining Corp. | Phoenix Global Mining Ltd. | iCarbon Corporation | Tronox Holdings Plc. |
Los Andes Copper Ltd. | Rio Tinto Plc. | Knight Energy Corporation | MP Materials Corporation |
NGEx Minerals Ltd. | Arconic Rolled Products Corp. | Atalaya Mining Plc. | |
Northwest Copper Corp. | Kaiser Aluminum Corp. | ||
Standard Lithium Ltd. | |||
Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. | |||
Fresnillo Plc. | |||
First Tin Plc. | |||
Phoenix Copper Ltd. | |||
Alcoa Corp. | |||
MP Materials Corp. | |||
Churchill’s Restaurant | |||
Kootenay Energy, Inc. | |||
Titanium Corp., Inc. | |||
Largest Position: | Largest Position: | ||
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. | (TSX: FM) 5.3% | Glencore Plc. | (LON: GLEN) 5.3% |
ENERGY TRANSITION METAL FUNDS ATTRIBUTION ANALYSIS
Konwave Transition Metals Fund
Konwave Transition Metals Fund is the world’s leading Energy Transition Metals Fund and started January 29th , 2021.
The Fund’s largest holding is First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX: FM) representing 5.3% of the portfolio. First Quantum is the world’s sixth largest copper producer. The Fund has holdings in 93 listed companies as of June 2022 which is up from 83 holdings as of December 2021 and 67 listed company holdings as of June 2021. June 2021, when the Fund held only 67 positions, was only six months after the Fund’s inception, and since that time AUM have more than doubled from $189 M USD to $366 M USD.
The Fund is invested across copper, nickel, lithium and silver miners amongst others.
BAKERSTEEL Electrum Fund
BAKERSTEEL Electrum Fund is focused on specialty as well as precious metals and started October 11th , 2005.
The Fund’s largest holding is mining major Glencore Plc. (LON: GLEN) representing 5.3% of the portfolio. Both Electrum Fund and Konwave Transition Metals acquired new positions in First Tin Plc. (LON: 1SN). First Tin is a fast-developing, LSE Main Market listed mining and development company which produces sustainable, ethical and reliable tin in conflict-free, low political risk jurisdictions, to support the current global clean energy and technological revolutions, with an ethos to “leave no trace” on the environment.
‘Increasing Shareholding’ and ‘Decreasing Shareholding’ fields identify companies to which a fund is either increasing or, alternatively, decreasing exposure. This portfolio analysis information is available to Substack subscribers only.
SILVER EQUITY FUNDS
STABILITAS Silber+Weissmetalle | Ninepoint Silver Equities Class | ||
30.Jun.2022 | $147 M USD | 30.Jun.2022 | $105M USD |
New Company Holdings | Companies Divested | New Company Holdings | Companies Divested |
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. | Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. | Americas Gold & Silver Corp. | Aclara Resources Inc. |
Impala Platinum Holdings | Arizona Metals Corporation | ||
New Gold Inc. | |||
Increasing Shareholding | Decreasing Shareholding | Increasing Shareholding | Decreasing Shareholding |
Silver Mines Ltd. | West African Resources Ltd. | Discovery Silver Corporation | Apollo Gold & Silver Corp. |
Gatos Silver Inc. | Hecla Mining Co. | GoGold Resources Inc. | Capitan Mining Inc. |
Hecla Mining Company | Coeur Mining Inc. | ||
Kootenay Silver Inc. | Defiance Silver Corporation | ||
Silver Mountain Resources Inc. | Dolly Varden Silver Corporation | ||
Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp. | Empress Royalty Corporation | ||
Hochschild Mining PLC. | |||
Santacruz Silver Mining Limited | |||
Silver Viper Minerals Corporation | |||
SSR Mining Inc. | |||
Victoria Gold Corporation | |||
Vizsla Silver Corporation | |||
Largest Position: | Largest Position: | ||
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. | (TSX: WPM) 9.7% | Pan American Silver Corp. | (TSX: PAAS) 10.5% |
SILVER EQUITY FUNDS ATTRIBUTION ANALYSIS
STABILITAS Silber+Weissmetalle
STABILITAS Silber + Weissmetalle is the world’s largest Silver Equity Fund and started September 21st , 2006.
The Fund’s largest holding on 30th June 2022, comprising 9.7% of the portfolio, was Wheaton Precious Metals Corporation (TSX: WPM). Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. is a multinational streaming company receiving cash flows from assets throughout the Americas and Europe.
In the 6 months to June 2022, the STABILITAS Silber + Weissmetalle Fund recorded new positions in Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX: AEM) and Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. (JSE: IMP).
The new position in Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX: AEM) resulted entirely from the company’s successful acquisition of Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX: KL), a transaction which was completed on February 8th, 2022. Prior to the acquisition the Fund had been a holder of Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX: KL) only.
The Fund increased positioning in Australian listed Silver Mines Ltd. (ASX: SVL), holder of Australia’s largest undeveloped silver project The Bowden Silver Project, and in Gatos Silver Inc. (TSX: GATO) which is a US based silver company focused on high-grade, large silver deposits in geopolitically stable jurisdictions. The Fund reduced positioning in West African Resources Ltd. (ASX: WAF) and Hecla Mining Co. (NYSE: HL).
The Fund increased positioning in 2 of 43 holdings and decreased positioning in 2 of 43 holdings over the period.
Ninepoint Silver Equities Fund
Ninepoint Silver Equities Fund is a leading Silver Equity Fund managed in Toronto which started January 31st , 2012.
The Fund’s largest holding on 30th June 2022, comprising 10.5% of the portfolio, was Pan American Silver Corporation (TSX: PAAS). Pan American Silver has mines and other projects in Mexico, Peru, Bolivia and Argentina.
In the 6 months to June 2022, Ninepoint Silver Equities Fund took up a new position in Americas Gold and Silver Corporation (TSX: USA) and divested from Aclara Resources Inc. (TSX: ARA), Arizona Metals Corporation (TSXV: AMC) and New Gold Inc. (TSX: NGD).
The Fund increased positioning in 6 of 49 holdings and decreased positioning in 12 of 49 holdings over the period.
‘Increasing Shareholding’ and ‘Decreasing Shareholding’ fields identify companies to which a fund is either increasing or, alternatively, decreasing exposure. This portfolio analysis information is available to Substack subscribers only.
A complete list of Precious Metal Managed Funds and their respective portfolio holdings can be found at:
https://mineralfunds.com/gold-funds/
A complete list of Precious Metal Managed Funds and their respective portfolio holdings can be found at:
https://mineralfunds.com/gold-funds/
Reported by: Khadijah Samnani, Analyst Supported By: Christopher Berlet BSc, CFA
For further information please contact:
(416) 525-6869
[email protected]
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Fintech Pulse: Your Daily Industry Brief (Chime, ZBD, MiCA)
As we close out 2024, the fintech industry continues to deliver headlines that underscore its dynamism and innovation. From IPO aspirations to groundbreaking regulatory milestones, today’s updates highlight the transformative power of fintech partnerships, regulatory evolution, and disruptive technologies. Here’s what you need to know.
Chime’s Quiet Step Toward Public Markets
Chime, the U.S.-based financial technology startup best known for its digital banking services, has taken a significant step by filing confidential paperwork for an initial public offering (IPO). As one of the most valuable private fintechs in the U.S., Chime’s move could potentially signal a renewed appetite for fintech IPOs in a market that has been cautious following fluctuating valuations across the tech sector.
With a valuation that reportedly exceeded $25 billion in its last funding round, Chime’s IPO could set a new benchmark for the industry. Observers note that its strong customer base and revenue growth may make it an appealing choice for investors seeking to capitalize on the digital banking boom. However, the timing and success of the IPO will depend on broader market conditions and the regulatory landscape.
Source: Bloomberg
ZBD’s Pioneering Achievement: EU MiCA License Approval
ZBD, a fintech company specializing in Bitcoin Lightning network solutions, has made history by becoming the first to secure an EU MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) license. This landmark approval by the Dutch regulator positions ZBD at the forefront of compliant crypto-fintech operations in Europe.
MiCA, which aims to harmonize the regulatory framework for crypto-assets across the EU, has been a focal point for industry players aiming to establish legitimacy and expand their offerings. ZBD’s achievement not only validates its operational rigor but also sets a precedent for other fintech firms navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.
Industry insiders view this as a strategic advantage for ZBD as it broadens its footprint in Europe. By leveraging its regulatory approval, the company can accelerate its product deployment and establish trust with institutional and retail users alike.
Source: Coindesk, PR Newswire
The Fintech-Credit Union Synergy: A Blueprint for Innovation
The convergence of fintechs and credit unions continues to reshape the financial services ecosystem. Collaborative initiatives, such as the one highlighted in the recent partnership between fintech innovators and credit unions, are proving to be a potent force in delivering tailored financial solutions.
This “dream team” approach allows credit unions to leverage fintech’s technological expertise while maintaining their community-focused ethos. Key areas of collaboration include digital payments, personalized financial management tools, and enhanced loan processing capabilities. These partnerships not only enhance member engagement but also enable credit unions to remain competitive in an increasingly digital-first financial environment.
Industry analysts emphasize that such collaborations underscore a broader trend of traditional financial institutions embracing fintech-driven solutions to bridge service gaps and foster innovation.
Source: PYMNTS
Tackling Student Loan Debt: A Fintech’s Mission
Student loan debt remains a pressing issue for millions of Americans, and a Rochester-based fintech aims to offer relief through its cloud-based platform. This innovative solution is designed to simplify loan management and provide borrowers with actionable insights to reduce their debt burden.
The platform’s features include repayment optimization tools, personalized financial education, and seamless integration with loan servicers. By addressing the complexities of student loan management, this fintech is empowering borrowers to make informed decisions and achieve financial stability.
As the student loan crisis continues to evolve, solutions like this highlight the critical role fintech can play in addressing systemic financial challenges while fostering financial literacy and inclusion.
Source: RBJ
Industry Implications and Takeaways
Today’s updates underscore several key themes shaping the fintech landscape:
- Regulatory Milestones: ZBD’s MiCA license approval exemplifies the importance of regulatory compliance in unlocking growth opportunities.
- Strategic Partnerships: The collaboration between fintechs and credit unions demonstrates the value of combining technological innovation with traditional financial models to drive customer-centric solutions.
- Market Opportunities: Chime’s IPO move reflects a potential revival in fintech public offerings, signaling confidence in the sector’s long-term prospects.
- Social Impact: Fintech’s ability to tackle systemic issues, such as student loan debt, showcases its role as a force for positive change.
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Leading global payments platform SPAYZ.io has confirmed it will be attending iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 on 14 to 16 January. Exhibiting at Stand 64 at Trade Centre Dubai, SPAYZ.io’s team of professionals will be on hand providing live demonstrations of its renowned payment services for payment providers. Attendees will also receive exclusive insight into SPAYZ.io’s plans for 2025 alongside early early access to its upcoming plans for the new year.
SPAYZ.io delivers a host of payment solutions that leverage the latest technological innovations and open access to the fastest growing emerging markets across Africa, Europe and Asia. Over the past year, there has been huge demand for its Open Banking and local payment method services, alongside bank transfers, mass payouts, online banking and e-wallets.
Yana Thakurta, Head of Business Development at SPAYZ.io commented: “We look forward to once again participating at iFX Dubai to expand our network of partners and clients. It’s a fantastic way to kick off the year, connecting with thousands of industry leaders from FOREX platforms to trading companies, and everything in between.
“Our key goal for iFX Dubai EXPO 2025 is to expand our portfolio of solutions and geographies. We’re using this as an opportunity to partner with like-minded entities who share our ambition to provide payment solutions that are truly global.”
Come meet SPAYZ.io’s team at the Trade Centre Dubai at Stand 64. You can also book a meeting slot with a member of a team.
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“We are thrilled to welcome Rafael and Shivani to Airtm’s Board of Directors,” said Ruben Galindo Steckel, Co-founder and CEO of Airtm. “Their unique perspectives and proven track records will be invaluable as we continue scaling our platform to empower individuals and businesses in emerging markets. Together, we’ll push the boundaries of financial inclusion and innovation to create a more connected and equitable global economy. Rafael and Shivani bring a wealth of experience and strategic insight that will strengthen Airtm’s mission to connect emerging economies with the global market.”
Rafael de la Vega, a seasoned leader in fintech global partnerships and technology innovation, is currently the Global SVP of Partnerships at Auctane. With a proven track record of delivering scalable, impactful solutions at the intersection of fintech, innovation, and commerce, Rafael’s expertise will be pivotal as Airtm continues to grow. “Airtm has built a platform that breaks down barriers and opens up opportunities for people in emerging economies to connect to global markets. I am excited to contribute to its growth and help further its mission of fostering financial inclusion on a global scale,” said Rafael.
Shivani Siroya, CEO and Founder of Tala, is a pioneer in financial technology, renowned for empowering underserved communities through access to credit and essential financial tools. Her leadership in leveraging data-driven innovation aligns seamlessly with Airtm’s vision of creating more equitable financial opportunities. “Empowering underserved communities has always been at the core of my work, and Airtm’s mission resonates deeply with me. I’m thrilled to join the Board and work alongside such a dynamic team to expand access to financial tools that truly make a difference in people’s lives,” said Shivani.
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