TTM is not a producer, remaining an explorer, and so requires continuous funding as it continues to advance its assets. As such, the company will be required to raise capital for survival when the current cash at bank drains. However, there is no guarantee that capital markets will be conducive at that point. We note that they have a substantial cash balance at present, which minimises this risk for 2022.

TTM is exposed to commodity price risk, which depends on macroeconomic factors and demand and supply dynamics of the underlying commodities, i.e. gold and copper. Market sentiment closely correlates with commodity prices, and hence TTM’s valuation will be impacted by commodity prices as well. There is no guarantee that gold and/or copper sentiment will trend positively this year.

The resource for the flagship project is an estimate only, and there is no guarantee that the current “Foreign resource estimates” is substantially converted into JORC resources. Even if the JORC reclassification occurs, it could be at a much lower grade, size or level of confidence, which would impact its value.

TTM’s prospects are all located in the developing nation of Ecuador. There is no guarantee that local authorities and/or communities will favour development of TTM’s prospects, and so could hinder advancement.