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title: "First Quantum swings to Q3 net profit of USD 167 million"
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description: "First Quantum Minerals reported a swing to a Q3 2026 net profit of USD 167 million, reversing a prior-year loss of USD 78 million. Sales revenues increased 55% year-over-year to USD 2.09 billion. However, net cash from operating activities declined by 50% to USD 600 million. The company also continued its authorized stockpile processing program at Cobre Panamá, shipping two copper concentrate loads."
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# First Quantum swings to Q3 net profit of USD 167 million

-   First Quantum Minerals swung to third-quarter 2026 net earnings of USD 167 million from a year-earlier loss of USD 78 million. \* Sales revenues climbed 55% year over year to USD 2.09 billion. \* Net cash from operating activities fell 50% from a year earlier to USD 600 million. \* Cobre Panamá’s authorized stockpile processing program continued during the quarter, with two copper concentrate shipments from Punta Rincón. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. First Quantum Minerals Ltd. published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 28, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here

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