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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM 6-K
Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 Under
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of July, 2007
Cameco Corporation
(Commission file No. 1-14228)
2121-11th Street West
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada S7M 1J3
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover
Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form
is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Yes o No þ
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Rule 12g3-2(b):
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Quarterly Report for the second quarter ending
June 30, 2007 and Unaudited Consolidated
Financial Statements dated
June 30, 2007 |
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused
this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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Date: July 30, 2007 |
Cameco Corporation
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Gary M.S. Chad
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Gary M.S. Chad, Q.C. |
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Senior Vice-President, Governance,
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Corporate Secretary |
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2121 11th Street West, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7M 1J3 Canada
Tel: (306) 956-6200 Fax: (306) 956-6201
Cameco Reports Record Quarterly Revenue and Earnings
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, July 30, 2007
Cameco Corporation today reported record net earnings in the second quarter of 2007 due to higher
realized prices and deliveries in the uranium business, offset somewhat by decreased electricity
profits due to lower generation resulting from planned and unplanned outages.
Cameco achieved the highest quarterly revenue and earnings ever recorded in the companys history
reflecting the companys core strength in the uranium business, said Jerry Grandey, Camecos
president and CEO. We will continue to build on this strong financial performance in the future.
All numbers in this release are in Canadian dollars, unless otherwise stated. For a more detailed
discussion of our financial results, see the managements discussion and analysis (MD&A) following
this news release.
Second Quarter 2007
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Three Months Ended |
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Financial Highlights |
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($ millions except per share amounts) |
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2007 |
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Revenue |
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725 |
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417 |
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74 |
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Earnings from operations |
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256 |
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91 |
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Cash provided by operations 1 |
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155 |
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Net earnings |
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205 |
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Earnings per share (EPS) basic ($) |
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0.58 |
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EPS diluted ($) |
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0.55 |
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Adjusted net earnings 2 |
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205 |
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77 |
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166 |
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EPS adjusted and diluted ($) 2 |
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0.55 |
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0.21 |
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162 |
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Net earnings for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2006 have been
adjusted to exclude a $73 million ($0.19 per share diluted) recovery of future income taxes related
to reductions in federal and provincial income tax rates. Adjusted net earnings is a non-GAAP
measure used to provide a representative comparison of the financial results. |
For the three months ended June 30, 2007, our net earnings were $205 million ($0.55 per share
diluted), $128 million higher than the adjusted net earnings of $77 million ($0.21 per share
adjusted and diluted) recorded in the second quarter of 2006. The increase was due to higher
earnings in the uranium business driven by significant increases in the realized selling price and
deliveries. Results from the fuel services and gold businesses were similar to the second quarter
of 2006 while profits from the electricity business declined due to lower generation.
Earnings from operations increased to $256 million in the second quarter of 2007, from $91 million
in the second quarter of 2006. The aggregate gross profit margin rose to 43% from 31% in 2006.
Record quarterly revenue of $725 million in the second quarter of 2007 was 77% higher than in the
first quarter. Our realized selling price for uranium reached an all-time-high and contributed
significantly to the reported revenue.
Cash from operations in the second quarter was $155 million compared to $40 million in the second
quarter of 2006. The increase of $115 million was related to the higher realized prices in the
uranium business, partially offset by increased working capital requirements related mainly to an
increase in receivables in the second quarter of 2007.
In our uranium business, revenue increased by $317 million to $458 million due to a 61% increase in
the realized selling price and a 100% increase in reported sales volumes.
The increase in the average realized price for the second quarter of 2007 was the result of higher
prices under market-related contracts due to a higher uranium spot price, which averaged $125.83
(US) per pound compared to $43.42 (US) in the same quarter of 2006.
Camecos balanced uranium contract portfolio will continue to generate higher realized prices for
our uranium business for many years even with volatile uranium prices, said Grandey. With this
solid foundation, we expect to continue to demonstrate increasing financial strength, allowing us
to reinvest in our core assets and profitably grow the company.
As previously disclosed, Cameco terminated two of three standby product loan agreements in April of
2007. As a result, the second quarter results include recognition of previously deferred revenue
totalling $39 million and the associated costs of sales on 2.6 million pounds of
U3O8. Cameco is now able to borrow up to 2.6 million pounds
U3O8 equivalent (or 1.0 million kgU as UF6) under the
remaining agreement.
In early July, Cameco announced that the startup of Cigar Lake production could be delayed from
2010 to 2011. The potential change in startup is due to Cameco considering a more conservative
approach to remediation and the delay in completion of phase two of the remediation plan. In order
to keep our stakeholders informed on the progress of our remediation activities, Cameco has
committed to regular progress updates and will therefore provide an update on September 19, 2007.
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For fuel services, revenue was $64 million, an increase of $7 million compared to the same period
in 2006.
Camecos pre-tax earnings from Bruce Power Limited Partnership (BPLP) amounted to $31 million
during the second quarter compared to $38 million over the same period in 2006. This decrease in
2007 was due to lower generation and higher operating costs related to planned and forced outages
in the quarter.
For gold, revenue decreased by $4 million to $117 million compared to the second quarter of 2006.
The decline in revenue was due to lower production, which offset the benefit of a higher realized
gold price.
Year to Date 2007
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Revenue |
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1,135 |
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959 |
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Earnings from operations |
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304 |
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Cash provided by operations 1 |
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263 |
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0.75 |
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EPS diluted ($) |
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0.71 |
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263 |
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0.71 |
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Net earnings for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2006 have been
adjusted to exclude a $73 million ($0.19 per share diluted) recovery of future income taxes related
to reductions in federal and provincial income tax rates. Adjusted net earnings is a non-GAAP
measure used to provide a representative comparison of the financial results. |
For the six months ended June 30, 2007, our net earnings were $263 million ($0.71 per share
diluted), $73 million higher than the adjusted net earnings of $190 million ($0.52 per share
adjusted and diluted) recorded in 2006. The increase was due to higher earnings in the uranium
business resulting from a significant increase in the realized selling price driven by the rise in
the spot price of uranium, partially offset by the recognition of $19 million in remediation
expenses for Cigar Lake. Profits from the electricity and gold businesses were lower than in 2006
due to lower generation and production respectively.
In the first six months of 2007, we generated $294 million in cash from operations compared to $326
million in the first half of 2006. The decrease of $32 million was related to increased working
capital requirements related mainly to a reduction in payables in 2007, which more than offset the
benefit of the higher revenues.
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At June 30, 2007, our consolidated net debt to capitalization ratio was 10%, compared to 12% at the
end of 2006.
Outlook for Third Quarter 2007
We expect consolidated revenue for the third quarter of 2007 to be about 10% higher than in the
second quarter. This is primarily due to anticipated higher sales prices for uranium and
electricity. Reported sales volumes for uranium are projected to decline relative to the second
quarter due to normal variability.
Projections for the quarter assume no major changes in the ability of Camecos business units to
supply product and services and no significant changes in our current estimates for price and
volume.
Outlook for the Year 2007
In 2007, Cameco expects consolidated revenue to grow by about 40% over 2006 due largely to higher
revenue from the uranium business.
In the uranium business, we now expect our reported revenues to be about 75% higher than in 2006,
due to stronger realized prices under our contracts relative to 2006.
We anticipate that revenue from the fuel services business will be nearly 5% higher than in 2006
due to an anticipated increase in the average realized selling price. Reported sales volumes are
expected to be about 5% lower than in 2006.
At Port Hope, full production of UF6 will likely be suspended for a minimum of two
months until Cameco has determined the source of the previously disclosed uranium and chemicals
found under the UF6 plant and we have developed appropriate remediation plans. We will
provide a revised conversion production forecast once this work has been completed. Uranium dioxide
(UO2) conversion and other activities at the site are not affected.
BPLP revenues in 2007 are projected to be about 7% higher than in 2006 due to higher expected
realized prices. This outlook for BPLP assumes the B units will achieve a targeted capacity factor
in the low 90% range.
In 2007, Centerras gold production (100% basis) is now expected to total between 550,000 and
560,000 ounces compared to Centerras earlier forecast of 700,000 to 720,000 ounces. The reduction
is due to an expected production decrease at the Kumtor mine to 300,000 ounces from 450,000 ounces,
due to the decision to change the angles of the pitwall. Centerras gold production from its two
mines totalled 587,000 ounces in 2006. Gold revenue is expected to be similar to 2006 primarily due
to higher expected realized gold prices.
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The financial outlook noted above for the company is based on the following key assumptions:
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no significant changes in our estimates for sales volumes, purchases and prices, |
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a uranium spot price of $120 (US) per pound, reflecting the Ux Consulting spot price at
July 23, 2007, |
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an average gold spot price of about $650 (US) per ounce, |
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no further disruption of supply from our facilities, |
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no disruption of supply from third-party sources, and |
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a US/Canadian spot exchange rate of $1.05. |
For 2007, the effective tax rate is expected to be in the range of 10% to 15% compared to 6% in
2006. Our effective tax rate varies from the Canadian statutory tax rate primarily due to
differences between Canadian tax rates and rates applicable to subsidiaries in other countries.
This range is based on the projected distribution of income among the various tax jurisdictions
being weighted less heavily toward foreign subsidiaries compared to 2006.
Statements contained in this news release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking
statements that involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to
differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. For more
detail on these factors, see the section titled Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information in
the MD&A that follows this news release.
Quarterly Dividend Notice
Cameco announced today that the companys board of directors approved a quarterly dividend of $0.05
per share on the outstanding common shares of the corporation and is declared payable on October
15, 2007, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 28, 2007.
Amendment To Employee Stock Option Program
On July 27, 2007, the Board of Directors approved an amendment to the companys stock option
program that allows eligible option holders to elect cash settlement upon exercise of the option.
Settling options in cash reduces the need to issue shares and permits Cameco to apply a portion of
its future free cash flows to, in effect, repurchase shares that would otherwise have been issued,
thereby mitigating the dilution of shareholders interests. In addition, payments made to employees
under the cash settlement alternative are deductible for tax purposes.
With the introduction of the cash settlement feature, we are required to classify the stock options
as liabilities rather than as equity. As a result, we will record a charge of approximately $103
million in the third quarter and a corresponding $39 million recovery of future income taxes. The
foregoing values are based on a share price of $43.00, which was the closing price on the Toronto
Stock Exchange on July 27, 2007. Going forward, the liability for the outstanding stock options
subject to cash settlement will be remeasured using the companys share price at the balance sheet
date. As of July 27, 2007, there were 6.7 million stock options outstanding, of which 3.8 million
were vested.
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Conference Call
Cameco invites you to join its second quarter conference call on Monday, July 30, 2007 at 3:00
p.m. Eastern time (1:00 p.m. Saskatoon time).
The call will be open to all investors and the media. To join the conference on Monday, July 30,
please dial (416) 340-8010 or (866) 540-8136 (Canada and US). A live audio feed of the call will be
available on our website at cameco.com. See the link on the home page on the day of the call.
A recorded version of the proceedings will be available:
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on our website, cameco.com, shortly after the call, and |
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on post view until midnight, Eastern time, Monday, August 13, 2007, by calling (416)
695-5800 or (800) 408-3053 (passcode 3227120 #). |
Additional Information
Additional information on Cameco, including its annual information form, is available on SEDAR at
sedar.com and the companys website at cameco.com.
Profile
Cameco, with its head office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, is the worlds largest uranium producer, a
significant supplier of conversion services and one of two Candu fuel manufacturers in Canada.
The companys competitive position is based on its controlling ownership of the worlds
largest high-grade reserves and low-cost operations. Camecos uranium products are used to generate
clean electricity in nuclear power plants around the world, including Ontario where the company is
a partner in North Americas largest nuclear electricity generating facility. The company also
explores for uranium in North America and Australia, and holds a majority interest in a mid-tier
gold company. Camecos shares trade on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges.
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Investor & media inquiries:
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Alice Wong
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(306) 956-6337 |
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Investor inquiries:
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Bob Lillie
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(306) 956-6639 |
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Media inquiries:
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Lyle Krahn
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Second Quarter Managements Discussion and Analysis
The following discussion of the financial condition and operating results of Cameco
Corporation should be read in conjunction with the unaudited consolidated financial statements and
notes for the period ended June 30, 2007, as well as the audited consolidated financial statements
for the company for the year ended December 31, 2006 and managements discussion and analysis
(MD&A) of the audited financial statements, both of which are included in the 2006 annual financial
review. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP). The 2006 annual financial review is available on the companys
website at cameco.com.
Statements contained in this MD&A, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements
that involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. For more detail on
these factors, see the section titled Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information in this MD&A
and the section titled Risks and Risk Management in the companys 2006 Annual Financial Review.
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Note: All dollar amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated.
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Net earnings for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2006 have been
adjusted to exclude a $73 million ($0.19 per share diluted) recovery of future income taxes
related to reductions in federal and provincial income tax rates. Adjusted net earnings is a
non-GAAP measure used to provide a representative comparison of the financial results. |
FINANCIAL RESULTS
Consolidated Earnings
Second Quarter
In the second quarter of 2006, Cameco recorded a non-cash recovery of $73 million ($0.19 per share
diluted) of future income taxes related to reductions in federal and provincial income tax rates.
Consolidated net earnings for the second quarter and first half of 2006 in the following discussion
are adjusted to exclude these items in order to provide a more meaningful basis for
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period-to-period comparisons of the financial results. A non-GAAP measure, adjusted net earnings
should be considered as supplemental in nature and not a substitute for related financial
information prepared in accordance with GAAP.
For the three months ended June 30, 2007, our net earnings were $205 million ($0.55 per share
diluted), $128 million higher than the adjusted net earnings of $77 million ($0.21 per share
adjusted and diluted) recorded in the second quarter of 2006. The increase was due to higher
earnings in the uranium business driven by significant increases in the realized selling price and
deliveries. Results from the fuel services and gold businesses were similar to the second quarter
of 2006 while profits from the electricity business declined due to lower generation. Our reported
revenues and earnings for the three months ended June 30, 2007 represent a company record for
quarterly financial performance. For details on the uranium, fuel services, electricity and gold
businesses, see Business Segment Results later in this report.
In the second quarter of 2007, our total costs for administration, exploration, interest and other
were $46 million, an increase of $8 million compared to the same period of 2006. Administration
costs were $6 million higher due primarily to increased stock-based compensation expenses stemming
from the increase in the companys share price in the second quarter. Exploration expenditures were
$3 million higher, at $15 million, with uranium exploration expenditures up $4 million to $10
million (focused in Saskatchewan, Australia and Nunavut). Gold exploration expenditures at Centerra
Gold Inc. (Camecos 53% owned subsidiary) were $1 million lower compared to the second quarter of
2006.
In the second quarter of 2007, our effective tax rate rose to 15% from the 9% reported in the
second quarter of 2006 due to the distribution of our taxable income between Canada and other
countries. In the second quarter of 2007, a higher proportion of income was earned in Canada, where
tax rates are higher than those of the other jurisdictions. For more information about income
taxes, refer to note 11 of the unaudited consolidated financial statements dated June 30, 2007.
In March 2007, the federal government introduced amendments to the Canadian Income Tax Act that
provide for a 0.5% reduction in the general corporate income tax rate. The federal tax rate will
decline in 2011 to 18.5% from 19%. This legislation was substantively enacted in June 2007.
Under Canadian accounting rules, the cumulative effect of a change in income tax legislation on
future income tax assets and liabilities is included in a companys financial statements in the
period of substantive enactment. Accordingly, Cameco reduced its balance sheet provision for future
income taxes and recognized a non-cash income tax adjustment of $3 million ($0.01 per share
diluted) in the second quarter of 2007.
Earnings from operations increased to $256 million in the second quarter of 2007, from $91 million
in the second quarter of 2006. The aggregate gross profit margin rose to 43% from 31% in 2006.
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Year to Date
For the six months ended June 30, 2007, our net earnings were $263 million ($0.71 per share
diluted), $73 million higher than the adjusted net earnings of $190 million ($0.52 per share
adjusted and diluted) recorded in 2006. The increase was due to higher earnings in the uranium
business resulting from a significant increase in the realized selling price driven by the rise in
the spot price of uranium, partially offset by the recognition of $19 million in remediation
expenses for Cigar Lake. Profits from the electricity and gold businesses were lower than in 2006
due to lower generation and production. For details on the uranium, fuel services, electricity and
gold businesses, see Business Segment Results later in this report.
In the first six months of 2007, our total costs for administration, exploration, interest and
other were $98 million, an increase of $8 million compared to the same period of 2006.
Administration costs were $5 million higher due to increased costs for systems enhancements and
costs to maintain the workforce. Exploration expenditures were $5 million higher, at $30 million,
with uranium exploration expenditures up $7 million to $19 million. Gold exploration expenditures
at Centerra were $2 million lower compared to 2006.
In the first half of 2007, our effective tax rate declined slightly to 8% from the 9% reported in
the first half of 2006 due to the distribution of our taxable income between Canada and other
countries. In the first six months of 2007, a lower proportion of income was earned in Canada.
Since Canadian tax rates are higher than those of the other jurisdictions, the net result was a
decline in our effective tax rate. For more information about income taxes, refer to note 11 of the
unaudited consolidated financial statements for the period ended June 30, 2007.
Earnings from operations increased to $304 million in 2007, from $229 million in the second quarter
of 2006. The aggregate gross profit margin rose to 37% from 33% in 2006.
Quarterly Financial Results ($ millions except per share amounts)
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Highlights |
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2007 |
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2006 |
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2005 |
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Q4 |
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Revenue |
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725 |
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409 |
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512 |
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360 |
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417 |
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542 |
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522 |
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287 |
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Net earnings |
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205 |
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59 |
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40 |
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73 |
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150 |
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112 |
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83 |
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79 |
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EPS basic ($) |
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0.58 |
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0.17 |
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0.11 |
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0.21 |
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0.43 |
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0.32 |
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0.24 |
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0.23 |
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0.55 |
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0.16 |
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0.11 |
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0.20 |
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0.23 |
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0.55 |
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0.16 |
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0.11 |
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0.12 |
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0.21 |
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0.30 |
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0.21 |
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0.22 |
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Cash from operations |
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155 |
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139 |
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13 |
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79 |
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40 |
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286 |
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91 |
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Record quarterly revenue of $725 million in the second quarter of 2007 was 77% higher than in the
first quarter. Revenue in the uranium and fuel services businesses is driven by timing of customer
requirements, which tends to be highest in the fourth quarter of each year. However, in 2007,
reported sales are more heavily weighted in the second quarter of the year. In addition, our
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realized selling price for uranium reached an all-time-high and contributed significantly to the
reported revenue.
Cash from operations tends to fluctuate largely due to the timing of deliveries and product
purchases in the uranium and fuel services businesses.
Cash Flow
In the second quarter of 2007, we generated $155 million in cash from operations compared to $40
million in the second quarter of 2006. The increase of $115 million was related to the higher
realized prices in the uranium business, partially offset by increased working capital requirements
related mainly to an increase in receivables in the second quarter of 2007.
In the first six months of 2007, we generated $294 million in cash from operations compared to $326
million in the first half of 2006. The decrease of $32 million was related to increased working
capital requirements related mainly to a reduction in payables in 2007, which more than offset the
benefit of the higher revenues.
Balance Sheet
At June 30, 2007, our total long-term debt was $695 million, representing a decrease of $10 million
compared to December 31, 2006. Included in the June 30, 2007 balance sheet was $196 million, which
represents our proportionate share of Bruce Power Limited Partnerships (BPLPs) capital lease
obligation. At June 30, 2007, our consolidated net debt to capitalization ratio was 10%, compared
to 12% at the end of 2006.
Over the first six months of 2007, our product inventories increased by $17 million compared to
December 31, 2006, due primarily to increased levels of UF6 inventory. Production and
purchases of UF6 exceeded our sales in the first half of 2007.
At June 30, 2007, our consolidated cash balance totalled $369 million, with Centerra holding $147
million of this amount.
Cameco has a number of consolidated or equity-accounted investments in publicly traded entities.
The following table illustrates the book and market values for our more significant holdings.
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Book Value |
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Market Value1 |
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Investment ($ millions) |
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June 30/07 |
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Dec. 31/06 |
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Centerra Gold Inc. |
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$ |
457 |
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1,202 |
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1,504 |
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UEX Corporation |
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17 |
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291 |
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220 |
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UNOR Inc. |
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8 |
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8 |
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14 |
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482 |
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1,501 |
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1,738 |
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Market value is calculated as the number of shares outstanding multiplied by the
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Foreign Exchange Update
Cameco sells most of its uranium and fuel services in US dollars, while most of its production of
uranium and fuel services are in Canada. As a result, these revenues are denominated mostly in US
dollars, while production costs are denominated primarily in Canadian dollars.
We attempt to provide some protection against exchange rate fluctuations by planned hedging
activity designed to smooth volatility. Hedging activities partly shelter our uranium and fuel
services revenues against declines in the US dollar in the shorter term. Our strategy is to hedge
net exposure based on a declining range over a rolling 60-month period. For the 0 to 12 month
period, the target is to hedge 45% to 100% of net exposure. This range declines over each
subsequent period to where, in the final 12-month period, between 48 and 60 months, the target
range is 0% to 10%.
Cameco also has a natural hedge against US currency fluctuations, as a portion of its annual cash
outlays, including purchases of uranium and fuel services, is denominated in US dollars. The
influence on earnings from purchased material in inventory is likely to be dispersed over several
fiscal periods and is more difficult to identify.
At each balance sheet date, Cameco calculates the mark-to-market value of all foreign exchange
contracts with that value representing the gain or loss that would have occurred if the contracts
had been closed at that point in time. We account for foreign exchange contracts that meet certain
defined criteria (specified by GAAP) using hedge accounting. Under hedge accounting, mark-to-market
gains or losses are included in earnings only at the point in time that the contract is designated
for use. At June 30, 2007, the mark-to-market gain on all foreign exchange contracts was $84
million compared to an $18 million loss at March 31, 2007. Of the $84 million mark-to-market gain,
a $93 million gain relates to the fair market value of the spot price of the contracts that qualify
for hedge accounting and a $9 million loss relates to the market value of the forward points and
contracts that do not qualify for hedge accounting.
In all other circumstances, gains or losses in foreign currency derivatives are reported in
earnings as they occur. A loss in foreign currency derivatives of $5 million has been included in
earnings for year to date 2007.
During the quarter, the Canadian dollar strengthened against the US dollar from $1.15 at March 31,
2007 to $1.06 at June 30, 2007.
At June 30, 2007, we had foreign currency contracts of $1,832 million (US) and EUR 91 million that
were accounted for using hedge accounting and foreign currency contracts of $79 million (US) that
did not meet the criteria for hedge accounting. The foreign currency contracts are scheduled for
use as follows:
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The US currency contracts have an average effective exchange rate of $1.13 (Cdn) per $1.00 (US),
which reflects the original foreign exchange spot prices at the time contracts were entered into
and includes net deferred gains.
Timing differences between the maturity dates and designation dates on previously closed hedge
contracts may result in deferred gains or deferred charges. At June 30, 2007, net deferred gains
totaled $23 million. These deferred balances are recognized in accumulated other comprehensive
income along with $93 million of the mark-to-market gain on our cash flow hedges. Please see the
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders Equity and Comprehensive Income and notes 1 and 2 of the
unaudited consolidated financial statements dated June 30, 2007. The resulting net $116 million
pre-tax gain will be brought into earnings, by year, as follows:
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In the second quarter of 2007, most of the net inflows of US dollars were hedged with currency
derivatives. Net inflows represent uranium and fuel services sales less US dollar cash expenses and
US dollar product purchases. For the uranium and fuel services businesses in the second quarter of
2007, the effective exchange rate, after allowing for hedging, was about $1.16. Results from the
gold business are translated into Canadian dollars at prevailing exchange rates.
BPLP Financial Instruments
To mitigate risks associated with the fluctuations in the market price for electricity, BPLP enters
into various sales contracts that qualify as cash flow hedges. These cash flow hedges are required
to be measured at their fair value and at June 30, 2007, the mark-to-market gain on these contracts
was $57 million. This amount has been recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income and
will be brought into earnings, by year, as follows:
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Outlook for Third Quarter 2007
We expect consolidated revenue for the third quarter of 2007 to be about 10% higher than in the
second quarter. This is primarily due to anticipated higher sales prices for uranium and
electricity. Reported sales volumes for uranium are projected to decline relative to the second
quarter due to normal variability.
Projections for the quarter assume no major changes in the ability of Camecos business units to
supply product and services and no significant changes in our current estimates for price and
volume.
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Outlook for the Year 2007
In 2007, Cameco expects consolidated revenue to grow by about 40% over 2006 due largely to higher
revenue from the uranium business. We now expect uranium revenues to increase by about 75% due to
stronger average realized prices under our contracts relative to 2006. This represents a decrease
from our projection at the end of the first quarter of a 90% uranium revenue increase in 2007 as we
now project reported sales volume to be lower than previously anticipated. The benefit of higher
uranium revenue is offset slightly as Cameco anticipates its share of Cigar Lake remediation
expenses will be $36 million in 2007 and will reduce pre-tax earnings accordingly. For further
details on the uranium business outlook, see Uranium Outlook for the Year 2007 later in this
MD&A.
We anticipate that revenue from the fuel services business will be about 5% higher than in 2006 due
to an increase in the average realized selling price. Reported sales volume is anticipated to be 5%
lower than in 2006.
For 2007, we anticipate BPLP revenue to be about 7% higher than in 2006 due to higher expected
realized prices. This represents a decrease from our first quarter projection of an 18% increase
for 2007 as a result of a reduction in our estimate for expected realized electricity prices in
2007. This outlook for BPLP assumes the B units will achieve a targeted capacity factor in the low
90% range.
Gold production (100% basis) in 2007 is now expected to total between 550,000 and 560,000 ounces
compared to Centerras earlier forecast of 700,000 to 720,000 ounces. The reduction is due to an
expected decrease at the Kumtor mine to 300,000 ounces from 450,000 ounces, due to the decision to
change the angles of the pitwall. Centerras gold production from its two mines totalled 587,000
ounces in 2006. Gold revenue is expected to be similar to 2006 primarily due to higher expected
realized gold prices.
For the balance of 2007, every one-cent increase/decrease in the US to Canadian dollar exchange
rate would result in a corresponding increase/decrease in net earnings of about $3 million (Cdn).
The financial outlook noted above for the company is based on the following key assumptions:
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no significant changes in our estimates for sales volumes, purchases and prices, |
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a uranium spot price of $120 (US) per pound, reflecting the Ux Consulting (UxC) spot
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an average gold spot price of about $650 (US) per ounce, |
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no further disruption of supply from our facilities, |
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no disruption of supply from third-party sources, and |
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Administration costs are projected to be about 15% greater than in 2006. The increase reflects
higher charges for regulatory compliance, information systems and process enhancements, and costs
to maintain the workforce. Exploration costs are expected to be about $73 million in 2007. Of this,
$45 million is targeted for uranium, a 41% increase over 2006.
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For 2007, the effective tax rate is expected to be in the range of 10% to 15% compared to 6% in
2006. Our effective tax rate varies from the Canadian statutory tax rate primarily due to
differences between Canadian tax rates and rates applicable to subsidiaries in other countries.
This range is based on the projected distribution of income among the various tax jurisdictions
being weighted less heavily toward foreign subsidiaries compared to 2006.
Outlook Information
For additional discussion on the companys business prospects for the second quarter of 2007 and
for the full year, see the outlook section under each business segment.
BUSINESS SEGMENT RESULTS
Camecos results come from four business segments:
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URANIUM
Highlights
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Revenue ($ millions) |
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458 |
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141 |
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641 |
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425 |
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Gross profit ($ millions) |
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234 |
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36 |
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293 |
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Gross profit % |
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Earnings before taxes ($
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214 |
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28 |
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258 |
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117 |
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Average realized price |
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34.69 |
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20.21 |
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30.87 |
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19.91 |
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40.11 |
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36.10 |
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Revenue on 2.6 million pounds previously deferred due to standby product loans
was recognized in the quarter as a result of the cancellation of two of the product loan
agreements. |
Uranium Results
In the second quarter of 2006, we reported that Cameco had entered into standby product loan
agreements with two of our customers. As previously noted, Cameco has terminated two of the three
loan agreements and is now able to borrow up to 2.6 million pounds U3O8
equivalent (or 1.0 million kgU as UF6) under the remaining agreement.
As a result of terminating two loan agreements in April of 2007, the second quarter results include
recognition of previously deferred revenue totalling $39 million and the associated costs of sales
on 2.6 million pounds of U3O8.
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As of June 30, 2007, Cameco had not borrowed any material under the remaining standby loan
agreement. However, regardless of whether any material is borrowed, we defer revenue recognition
from sales to the counterparty of the standby product loan agreement, up to the limit of the loan.
This is in accordance with GAAP. Cameco will recognize the remaining deferred revenue and
associated costs when the loan agreement is terminated, or if drawn upon, when the loan is repaid
and that portion of the facility is terminated.
The timing of cash receipts on the deferred revenue is the same as on any other sale and is
unaffected by the accounting treatment.
Standby fees associated with the loan facilities are reflected in the Interest and Other expense
item on the Consolidated Statement of Earnings.
Our year-to-date reported revenue, costs and average realized price for U3O8
discussed throughout this report have been adjusted to reflect the deferral required under the
remaining product loan agreement.
Second Quarter
Compared to the second quarter of 2006, revenue from our uranium business increased by $317 million
to $458 million due to a 61% increase in the realized selling price and a 100% increase in reported
sales volumes. The timing of deliveries of uranium products within a calendar year is at the
discretion of customers. Therefore, our quarterly delivery patterns can vary significantly. The
increase in the average realized price for the second quarter of 2007 was the result of higher
prices under market-related contracts due to a higher uranium spot price, which averaged $125.83
(US) per pound compared to $43.42 (US) in the same quarter of 2006.
Our total cost of products and services sold, including depreciation, depletion and reclamation
(DDR), increased to $224 million in the second quarter of 2007 from $105 million in the second
quarter of 2006 due to the rise in reported sales volumes and a 6% increase in the unit cost of
product sold. The unit cost of product sold increased primarily as a result of higher royalty
charges, which increase with the realized price.
Our earnings before taxes from the uranium business increased to $214 million, from $28 million in
the second quarter of last year.
Year to Date
Compared to the first six months of 2006, revenue from our uranium business rose by 51% to $641
million due to an increase in the realized selling price. Reported sales volumes were essentially
unchanged. The timing of deliveries of uranium products within a calendar year is at the discretion
of customers. Therefore, our quarterly delivery patterns can vary significantly. The increase in
the average realized price in 2007 was largely the result of higher prices under market-related
contracts due to a higher uranium spot price, which averaged $105.42 (US) per pound compared to
$41.19 (US) in the first half of 2006. Realized prices under fixed price contracts were also
stronger than in 2006.
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In 2007, our total cost of products and services sold, including depreciation, depletion and
reclamation (DDR), increased to $348 million from $292 million in 2006 due to an 18% rise in the
unit cost of product sold. The unit cost increased primarily as a result of higher charges for
royalties and other selling costs. Royalty charges increase as the realized price increases and we
have recorded $13 million in tiered royalties in the first half of 2007.
Our earnings before taxes from the uranium business increased to $258 million, from $117 million in
2006, primarily as a result of the rise in the realized price.
Uranium Outlook for Third Quarter 2007
In the third quarter of 2007, we expect reported sales volumes in our uranium business to be about
8 million pounds, down from the 11 million pounds reported in the second quarter due to normal
variations in the timing of customer requirements. Uranium revenue in the third quarter is expected
to be similar to the second quarter due to higher expected realized prices. The unit cost of
product sold is projected to increase marginally from the second quarter due to higher royalty
charges.
Uranium Outlook for the Year 2007
In 2007, the reported sales volume and associated revenue will be affected by the termination of
two of the three product loan agreements. Total uranium deliveries amounted to 36 million pounds in
2006, while reported sales volume was 32 million pounds due to the deferral of revenue as a result
of accounting for the product loans.
In 2007, uranium deliveries are expected to total 30 million pounds U3O8,
including 3 million pounds at spot market prices. Our estimate of 30 million pounds is a decrease
of 3 million from our previous estimate due to a delay in some customer deliveries and lower
expected spot market sales. Our decision to reduce sales targets was also influenced by the lack of
attractive opportunities for acquiring material on the spot market.
Customers have delayed about 2 million pounds of deliveries from 2007 to 2008 based on reactor
reload requirements. The movement in volumes related to requirements-based contracts is not
unusual.
As previously disclosed, we had almost 4 million pounds of uranium available to sell on the spot
market in 2007. We had assumed for revenue forecast purposes that all 4 million pounds would be
sold and delivered in 2007. Approximately 3 million pounds have been committed for sale at spot
market prices for delivery in 2007. The remaining 1 million pounds may be placed into long-term
contracts with deliveries in 2007 or 2008. For the purpose of forecasting 2007 revenue, we have
excluded these 1 million pounds. The 3 million pounds of spot sales are included in the 2007
uranium deliveries projection of 30 million pounds noted above.
However, due to the influence of the product loan agreements, the reported sales volume for revenue
purposes in 2007 is projected to be about 33 million pounds. For 2007, we now expect our reported
revenues to be higher than previously estimated, about 75% greater than in 2006, due to a 70%
increase in our realized price (based on the July 23, 2007 UxC spot price of
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$120.00 (US) per pound) and a 5% increase in reported sales volumes. The spot price assumption is
the most current price available for this MD&A. Changes in the uranium spot price would impact the
prices we realize under our contracts. See the section titled Uranium Price Sensitivity (2007 to
2017) below for more information.
Camecos share of uranium production for 2007 is projected to be 20.6 million pounds of
U3O8, slightly less than our earlier target of 21 million pounds due to a
forecast reduction in Rabbit Lake production. This compares to 20.9 million pounds produced in
2006. These quantities do not include Inkai production, as the mine is not yet in commercial
operation.
The unit cost of product sold is projected to increase by about 15% as a result of higher royalty
costs due to an increase in the realized price, the impact of tiered royalty charges and increased
production costs expected to be incurred in 2007.
Cameco did not pay provincial tiered royalties in 2006 and prior years due to the availability of
prescribed capital allowances that reduce uranium sales subject to tiered royalties. Capital
allowances have been fully exhausted during 2007 and, therefore, Cameco is paying tiered royalties
this year. We currently estimate that tiered royalties will reduce pre-tax earnings by
approximately $21 million ($14 million after tax) in 2007. Once Cigar Lake commences production, we
will be eligible for capital allowances related to the mine expansion, estimated to be about $325
million. We will not be required to pay tiered royalties until the additional allowances are fully
exhausted. The capital allowance is calculated based on a prescribed formula. Tiered royalties are
paid only on sales of uranium produced at Saskatchewan mines.
The outlook for the third quarter and 2007 uranium business results are based on the following key
assumptions:
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a uranium spot price of $120 (US) per pound, reflecting the UxC spot price at
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Uranium Price Sensitivity 2007
For the remainder of 2007, a $5.00 (US) per pound change in the uranium spot price from $120 (US)
per pound would change revenue by $10 million (Cdn) and net earnings by $7 million (Cdn). This
sensitivity is based on an expected effective exchange rate of $1.00 (US) being equivalent to about
$1.07 (Cdn) as a result of our currency hedge program. The spot price noted is the UxC spot price
at July 23, 2007.
Uranium Price Sensitivity (2007 to 2017)
The table below shows an indicative range of average prices that Cameco would expect to realize
under the current sales portfolio. The prices shown in the table are intended to show how various
market price scenarios may impact Camecos uranium revenue. This analysis makes a number of
assumptions that are included as table footnotes.
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As shown in the table, in the $20.00 (US) scenario, Cameco would expect the average realized price
to exceed the spot price over the next 10 years, reaching 208% of the spot price by 2013. In the
$140.00 (US) scenario, Cameco would achieve average realized prices of more than 75% of the spot
price by 2015 and beyond. These prices are in current dollars, which are dollars in the year they
are actually received or paid.
Cameco Expected Average Realized Uranium Price
(In brackets, expressed as a % of Spot Price)
Current US $/lb U3O8
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(87 |
%) |
|
$ |
36.25 |
|
|
|
(60 |
%) |
|
$ |
37.75 |
|
|
|
(47 |
%) |
|
$ |
39.25 |
|
|
|
(39 |
%) |
|
$ |
40.50 |
|
|
|
(34 |
%) |
|
$ |
42.00 |
|
|
|
(30 |
%) |
2008 |
|
$ |
25.75 |
|
|
|
(129 |
%) |
|
$ |
31.75 |
|
|
|
(79 |
%) |
|
$ |
37.50 |
|
|
|
(63 |
%) |
|
$ |
42.50 |
|
|
|
(53 |
%) |
|
$ |
47.75 |
|
|
|
(48 |
%) |
|
$ |
53.25 |
|
|
|
(44 |
%) |
|
$ |
58.50 |
|
|
|
(42 |
%) |
2009 |
|
$ |
27.50 |
|
|
|
(138 |
%) |
|
$ |
33.00 |
|
|
|
(83 |
%) |
|
$ |
38.25 |
|
|
|
(64 |
%) |
|
$ |
42.50 |
|
|
|
(53 |
%) |
|
$ |
46.75 |
|
|
|
(47 |
%) |
|
$ |
51.00 |
|
|
|
(43 |
%) |
|
$ |
55.50 |
|
|
|
(40 |
%) |
2010 |
|
$ |
33.75 |
|
|
|
(169 |
%) |
|
$ |
38.75 |
|
|
|
(97 |
%) |
|
$ |
46.25 |
|
|
|
(77 |
%) |
|
$ |
51.50 |
|
|
|
(64 |
%) |
|
$ |
57.50 |
|
|
|
(58 |
%) |
|
$ |
63.50 |
|
|
|
(53 |
%) |
|
$ |
69.25 |
|
|
|
(49 |
%) |
2011 |
|
$ |
36.25 |
|
|
|
(181 |
%) |
|
$ |
40.25 |
|
|
|
(101 |
%) |
|
$ |
48.50 |
|
|
|
(81 |
%) |
|
$ |
54.75 |
|
|
|
(68 |
%) |
|
$ |
61.75 |
|
|
|
(62 |
%) |
|
$ |
69.00 |
|
|
|
(58 |
%) |
|
$ |
75.75 |
|
|
|
(54 |
%) |
2012 |
|
$ |
36.50 |
|
|
|
(183 |
%) |
|
$ |
40.50 |
|
|
|
(101 |
%) |
|
$ |
49.50 |
|
|
|
(83 |
%) |
|
$ |
57.25 |
|
|
|
(72 |
%) |
|
$ |
65.70 |
|
|
|
(66 |
%) |
|
$ |
74.50 |
|
|
|
(62 |
%) |
|
$ |
83.00 |
|
|
|
(59 |
%) |
2013 |
|
$ |
41.50 |
|
|
|
(208 |
%) |
|
$ |
46.50 |
|
|
|
(116 |
%) |
|
$ |
56.25 |
|
|
|
(94 |
%) |
|
$ |
65.75 |
|
|
|
(82 |
%) |
|
$ |
75.25 |
|
|
|
(75 |
%) |
|
$ |
85.00 |
|
|
|
(71 |
%) |
|
$ |
94.75 |
|
|
|
(68 |
%) |
2014 |
|
$ |
37.00 |
|
|
|
(185 |
%) |
|
$ |
44.50 |
|
|
|
(111 |
%) |
|
$ |
56.00 |
|
|
|
(93 |
%) |
|
$ |
67.00 |
|
|
|
(84 |
%) |
|
$ |
78.25 |
|
|
|
(78 |
%) |
|
$ |
89.50 |
|
|
|
(75 |
%) |
|
$ |
101.00 |
|
|
|
(72 |
%) |
2015 |
|
$ |
34.00 |
|
|
|
(170 |
%) |
|
$ |
43.25 |
|
|
|
(108 |
%) |
|
$ |
56.25 |
|
|
|
(94 |
%) |
|
$ |
69.00 |
|
|
|
(86 |
%) |
|
$ |
81.25 |
|
|
|
(81 |
%) |
|
$ |
94.25 |
|
|
|
(79 |
%) |
|
$ |
107.25 |
|
|
|
(77 |
%) |
2016 |
|
$ |
35.00 |
|
|
|
(175 |
%) |
|
$ |
45.00 |
|
|
|
(113 |
%) |
|
$ |
58.00 |
|
|
|
(97 |
%) |
|
$ |
70.75 |
|
|
|
(88 |
%) |
|
$ |
83.00 |
|
|
|
(83 |
%) |
|
$ |
95.75 |
|
|
|
(80 |
%) |
|
$ |
108.75 |
|
|
|
(78 |
%) |
2017 |
|
$ |
30.25 |
|
|
|
(151 |
%) |
|
$ |
42.75 |
|
|
|
(107 |
%) |
|
$ |
57.75 |
|
|
|
(96 |
%) |
|
$ |
72.25 |
|
|
|
(90 |
%) |
|
$ |
86.50 |
|
|
|
(87 |
%) |
|
$ |
101.00 |
|
|
|
(84 |
%) |
|
$ |
115.50 |
|
|
|
(83 |
%) |
Key Assumptions:
|
|
|
annual sales deliveries of 30 million pounds for 2007, adjusted for the accounting
requirements of the loan agreements and an assumed target level of 30 million pounds per
year for the remainder of the period, |
|
|
|
|
utilities take maximum quantities where they can, |
|
|
|
|
estimates of sales deliveries assume no further interruption in the companys supply
from its own production or from third parties, |
|
|
|
|
2007 sales volumes are fully committed with uncommitted volumes in later years, |
|
|
|
|
for 2008 to 2012, baseload contracts for Cigar Lake material are impacted and deliveries
are deferred to the end of those contracts, |
|
|
|
|
no impact from further deferrals of deliveries resulting from the supply interruption
provisions has been included for 2008 as the impact is expected to be minimal in this year
given the current production forecast, |
|
|
|
|
no impact from deferrals of deliveries resulting from the supply interruption provisions
has been included in the years 2009 and beyond as it is premature to forecast, |
|
|
|
|
due to the termination of two product loans, we will recognize revenue in 2007 on
previously deferred sales of uranium, which were under legacy contracts at prices
considerably lower than current market prices, |
|
|
|
|
all uncommitted volumes are assumed to be delivered at the spot price, |
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|
|
|
the long-term price in a given year is assumed to be equal to the average spot price for
that entire year, |
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|
|
|
all other price indicators are assumed to trend toward the spot price, |
|
|
|
|
the average realized prices estimated at each assumed spot price for 2007 include the
actual $105.42 (US) average spot price for the first six months of the year, and |
|
|
|
|
an inflation rate of 2.5%. |
Uranium Contracting
As we have discussed in the past, our contracting objective is to secure a solid base of earnings
and cash flow to allow us to maintain our core asset base and pursue growth opportunities over the
long term.
Our current portfolio reflects a 60/40 mix of market-related and fixed pricing (escalated by
inflation) mechanisms. Today our contracting is more focused on market-related pricing.
Consequently, we expect this existing ratio to change over time. The overall strategy will continue
to focus on achieving longer contract terms of up to 10 years or more, with floor prices that
provide downside protection, and retaining an adequate level of upside potential. In general, most
new offers include price mechanisms with a mix of market-related and fixed components. The
fixed-price component is generally near the industry long-term price indicator at the time of offer
and is adjusted by inflation. The market-related component includes a floor price (escalated by
inflation).
Cameco has a variety of supply sources including primary production, firm commitments for long-term
purchases, inventories of about six months forward sales (equivalent to about 16 million pounds,
including working inventory) and uranium from opportunistic purchases in the spot market.
Uranium Market Update
Uranium Spot Market
The industry average spot price (TradeTech and UxC) on June 30, 2007 was $135.50 (US) per pound
U3O8, up 43% from $95.00 (US) at March 31, 2007. This compares to $45.75 (US)
on June 30, 2006 and $40.75 (US) on March 31, 2006.
Spot market volume reported for the second quarter of 2007 was 4 million pounds
U3O8 and 11 million pounds in the first half of 2007. This compares to 8
million pounds in the second quarter of 2006 and 18 million pounds in the first half of 2006.
This quarter over quarter decrease was attributed to a decline in demand. The current spot prices
have resulted in buyers becoming more conservative and re-evaluating purchasing plans.
Limited supplies of U3O8 throughout the second quarter have resulted in spot
market participants procuring 38% of their product in the form of UF6 in order to obtain
the contained U3O8. This is a continuation of the trend seen in the first
quarter.
Spot volumes are anticipated to remain low in the third quarter, which is typical during this
period in the uranium market.
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Historically, published long-term prices correlated closely to the spot price, with the long-term
price generally at a $1 to $2 premium to the spot price. Buyers were willing to pay the premium to
lock-in a price for future deliveries.
At the end of March 2007, the spot price began to diverge from the long-term price, with the spot
price increasing at a much greater rate than the long-term price. Uranium purchases, including
those made by the investment and hedge funds, reduced near-term supply resulting in the market
viewing uranium for immediate delivery to be relatively scarce. This resulted in increased
competition for near-term supplies in the second quarter and significant upward pressure on the
spot price. In the case of the long-term price, buyers are willing to lock in at the then current
long-term prices, but not for extended periods (i.e. 10 to 15 years) at todays historically high
price levels. As such, at the end of the second quarter the spot price exceeded the long-term price
by about $40.00 (US). However, during the month of July 2007, spot market demand decreased and the
spot price has declined to about $120.00 (US) per pound.
Uranium Long-Term Market
The industry average long-term price (TradeTech and UxC) on June 30, 2007 was $95.00 (US) per pound
U3O8, up 12% from $85.00 (US) at the end of March 2007. This compares to
$46.75 (US) on June 30, 2006 and $41.50 (US) on March 31, 2006.
The long-term market remained active in the second quarter as utilities continued to seek secure
supply with reliable primary suppliers in an effort to mitigate supply risk. Long-term contracting
in 2007 is expected to be in the order of 200 million pounds U3O8, similar to
the volumes contracted in 2006.
Uranium Operations Update
Uranium Production
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Camecos share of |
|
Three months ended |
|
Six months ended |
|
|
production (million |
|
June 30 |
|
June 30 |
|
2007 planned |
lbs U3O8) 1 |
|
2007 |
|
2006 |
|
2007 |
|
2006 |
|
production |
McArthur River/Key Lake |
|
|
3.9 |
|
|
|
3.2 |
|
|
|
6.6 |
|
|
|
5.9 |
|
|
|
13.1 |
|
Rabbit Lake |
|
|
1.0 |
|
|
|
1.6 |
|
|
|
2.1 |
|
|
|
2.6 |
|
|
|
5.1 |
|
Smith Ranch/ Highland |
|
|
0.5 |
|
|
|
0.4 |
|
|
|
1.0 |
|
|
|
0.8 |
|
|
|
1.6 |
|
Crow Butte |
|
|
0.2 |
|
|
|
0.2 |
|
|
|
0.4 |
|
|
|
0.4 |
|
|
|
0.8 |
|
Total |
|
|
5.6 |
|
|
|
5.4 |
|
|
|
10.1 |
|
|
|
9.7 |
|
|
|
20.6 |
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
These quantities do not include Inkai production, as the mine is not yet in
commercial operation. |
McArthur River/Key Lake
Camecos share of production at McArthur River/Key Lake in the second quarter of 2007 was 3.9
million pounds U3O8. Production improved relative to the first
quarter as a result of excellent quality and quantity of ore from the McArthur River operation and
improved milling production rates. Camecos share of production for the third quarter of 2007 is
expected to be 3.3 million pounds U3O8 and 13.1 million pounds for 2007.
- 21 -
In 2006 and during the first two months of 2007, we encountered mill process difficulties
associated with higher levels of concrete dilution. Sand filters were installed in 2006 and while
this equipment has improved the clarity of the uranium solution, very fine particles carrying
organic material were not removed. The resulting organic carryover to the water effluent treatment
circuit resulted in effluent quality that required re-treatment in order to achieve acceptable
standards for release to the environment. In March 2007, a hydrogen peroxide circuit was added to
reduce the concentration of organic material to acceptable levels. This process change was operated
through the second quarter, demonstrating that it enables consistent operation at target production
rates during periods of processing high concrete dilution ore, with significantly improved water
treatment.
As previously reported, we have applied to increase the annual licensed production capacity at both
the McArthur River mine and the Key Lake mill to 22 million pounds U3O8
(compared to the current 18.7 million pounds). This application has been undergoing an
environmental assessment (EA) as required by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act with the
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) as the responsible authority.
The CNSC has focused on an evaluation of the longer-term environmental impact of low levels of
selenium and molybdenum in the Key Lake mills effluent and the concentration of these substances
in the downstream receiving environment.
Cameco has developed an action plan to further reduce selenium and molybdenum discharges in the
mill effluent. This action plan was approved by the CNSC in March 2007 and the first phase of
implementation is under way with completion now expected in the first part of 2008. Reducing the
current level of these metals discharged to the environment is expected to help advance the EA to
increase the annual licensed production limit at the McArthur River mine and at the Key Lake mill.
Discussions with the CNSC are now under way to complete the assessment. We remain confident that we
can incrementally increase production levels with minimal environmental effect.
In addition to obtaining approval for the EA, we need to transition to new mining zones at McArthur
River and to implement various mill process modifications at Key Lake in order to sustain increased
production levels. Mine planning, development and freeze-hole drilling for the McArthur River
transition are ongoing.
We continue to make progress on freeze hole drilling in advance of development for two future
mining zones, meeting targeted rates in one area and experiencing delays in the other. Another
freeze-hole drilling program (required for eventual production from one of these zones) was
scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2007. However, startup challenges related to recruiting
drillers and commissioning of the drills resulted in delays. Many of the startup challenges have
been overcome and freeze hole drilling started in July. Complete crews and processes are expected
to be in place and ramped up to full production in the latter part of August.
Pre-feasibility assessment work is ongoing for the Key Lake revitalization project with completion
of this stage of assessment targeted for the end of 2007.
- 22 -
In summary, before we can achieve the full increase in production at the McArthur River/Key Lake
operations, there are a number of activities that need to be completed. We need to resubmit the EA
and obtain regulatory approvals for it as well as licence approval to operate at higher production
levels, demonstrate the effectiveness of our plan to reduce selenium and molybdenum discharges in
the mill effluent, transition to new zones at the McArthur River mine and complete the
revitalization work at the Key Lake mill. As such, we anticipate it will be a number of years
before we can achieve the full planned increase at these operations. Increased annual production to
an intermediate level between 18.7 and 22 million pounds may be possible prior to the completion of
the Key Lake mill revitalization work but will require completion of the other items noted.
Rabbit Lake
Rabbit Lake produced 1.0 million pounds U3O8 during the second quarter.
Production for the first six months of 2007 was 2.1 million pounds. For the first half of 2007,
both tonnage and mill head grade were lower than in the same period in 2006. Changes to the mine
plan, which were necessary while we were doing work required to obtain regulatory approvals to
bring on a new mining zone, contributed to the production shortfall. We received regulatory
approvals in the second quarter to proceed with production mining in this new zone, and therefore,
tonnage in the second half of 2007 is expected to improve.
Production for 2007 is now expected to be equal to 2006 production of 5.1 million pounds
U3O8, compared to our earlier plan of 5.5 million pounds.
We continue our exploration program near the Rabbit Lake operation. The underground drilling
reserve replacement program has been extended to include drilling to the end of 2007 and
potentially beyond. Approximately 16,000 metres of drilling were completed in the second quarter
and 34,000 metres so far in 2007. Drill targets included testing the north zone of the mine beyond
the area where reserves were reported in 2006, as well as an area south of the mine that continued
to provide good mineralized intersections.
As previously reported, we have submitted an EA to process a little over one half of the future
uranium production from Cigar Lake at the Rabbit Lake mill beginning in the second to third year of
Cigar Lake production and to expand the Rabbit Lake tailings facility. The submission review is now
nearing completion and it is expected that a CNSC hearing on the EA will occur late in the fourth
quarter of 2007.
We began engineering work for the expansion of the Rabbit Lake in-pit tailings management facility
in the first quarter of 2007. Physical earthwork is expected to begin sometime in the first quarter
of 2008, subject to regulatory approvals.
Smith Ranch-Highland and Crow Butte
Smith Ranch-Highland and Crow Butte in situ recovery (ISR) mines produced 0.7 million pounds
U3O8 in the second quarter of 2007.
- 23 -
Cigar Lake
Cameco began construction of the Cigar Lake mine on January 1, 2005. On October 23, 2006 Cameco
reported that a rockfall causing a water inflow had flooded the underground development.
On March 30, 2007 Cameco released a technical report that provided details of a five-phase plan to
restore the underground workings at Cigar Lake and complete construction.
Cameco continues to make progress on its phased remediation plan. The first phase of the
remediation plan involves drilling holes down to the source of the inflow and to a nearby tunnel
where reinforcement is needed, pumping concrete through the drill holes, sealing off the inflow
with grout and drilling dewatering holes. Subsequent phases for remediation include dewatering the
mine, ground freezing in the area of the inflow, restoring underground areas and resumption of mine
development. Regulatory approval is required for each phase of the remediation plan.
Reinforcement of the adjacent tunnel is now complete, and all of the holes required for pouring
concrete to seal off the inflow have been drilled. Drilling of four larger-diameter holes required
for dewatering is 90% complete. Completion of the last hole was temporarily suspended to allow for
the completion of the fines flushing described below.
Our plans to flush sand and fine material away from the inflow area and to pour the concrete plug
have been approved and this work is now proceeding. The fines flushing step was successfully
completed leading to the final preparation to begin pouring the concrete plug. To assure success, a
new readiness assessment process has been implemented as a formal step prior to any new action
being taken. This assessment is under way as the last step before pouring commences. The first
concrete is expected to be placed within the next few days to a week. The overall plug pouring
process will take 10 to 12 weeks. The effectiveness of the plug will not be known until dewatering
is under way.
The second phase of remediation includes dewatering the underground development, verifying that the
water inflow has been sufficiently sealed, and installing the surface freezing piping.
Cameco is now working to provide regulators with the information needed to secure approval for
installation of dewatering pumps and infrastructure, and ongoing operation of water treatment
facilities required for dewatering.
Submissions are being prepared for regulatory approval to dewater the underground development,
initiate the installation of the surface freezing infrastructure, and any additional remedial work
identified in phases two and three, such as determining if additional reinforcement is required in
higher risk areas. We are also preparing to submit an application to the CNSC for extension of the
Cigar Lake construction licence, which expires at the end of 2007. We expect the application will
be considered at a hearing in early November.
Completion of the second phase had been expected by the end of the third quarter of 2007. Cameco
now expects it will require a number of additional months to seal the inflow and dewater the mine.
Similar to other remediation activities, completion of this work is subject to the application for
and receipt of regulatory approval.
- 24 -
In addition, in order to ensure a more conservative approach, we and our partners are examining
whether an alternative route out of the mine should be in place prior to beginning excavation in
areas at elevated risk of water inflow, and whether the second shaft needs to be completed to
provide additional underground ventilation. Completing the second shaft as a priority item and the
delay in completing phase two, as noted above, would set back the planned production startup date
from 2010 to 2011. We anticipate that by year end we will make a decision on the second shaft. A
revised production forecast will be provided after the decision is made on the second shaft, the
mine has been dewatered and the condition of the underground development has been assessed.
There are about 285 people on site working on remediation and construction of surface facilities
including the access road, piping infrastructure, load-out building and water treatment facilities.
In order to keep our stakeholders informed on the progress of our remediation activities, Cameco
will provide an update on September 19, 2007.
Inkai
At the Inkai ISR project in Kazakhstan, there are two production areas currently in development
(blocks 1 and 2). At block 1, construction is under way for the commercial processing facility. In
2007, we expect to begin commissioning of the commercial facility, subject to regulatory approvals.
We expect startup of commercial production in 2008.
At block 2, the test mine produced about 0.2 million pounds U3O8 during the
second quarter of 2007. We plan to apply for a mining licence in 2007 for block 2. Commercial
development of block 2 is planned for 2008.
As previously reported, production from blocks 1 and 2 is expected to total 5.2 million pounds
(Camecos share is 60% or 3.1 million pounds) per year by 2010. However, a recently signed
non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Cameco and Kazatomprom provides for the
doubling of future production capacity from the Inkai uranium deposit, raising the total annual
production capacity to 10.4 million pounds on a timeframe yet to be confirmed.
While the existing project ownership would not change, Camecos share of the additional capacity
under the MOU will be 50%, raising Camecos share of the future annual production at Inkai to 5.7
million pounds.
In addition to the increased production, Cameco will work with Kazatomprom under the MOU to study
the feasibility of constructing a uranium conversion facility in Kazakhstan and elsewhere. Cameco
would provide the technology and potentially hold an interest of up to 49%, at the companys
discretion.
Cameco anticipates that binding agreements will be signed in 2007 or 2008 and that various
government approvals will be required as the agreements are implemented.
Inkai will be subject to taxes and royalties in Kazakhstan at statutory rates. The income tax rate
is 30%. We expect Inkai will begin to pay income tax in 2007, after it receives official
- 25 -
government confirmation of Kazakh-defined reserves for block 2. Inkai is also subject to royalties
calculated as 1.5% of the gross value (calculated based on sales price) of production in the year.
Inkai is also subject to a customs fee on the export of uranium and it is expected this fee will be
approximately $1 million (US) per year once full production is achieved. In addition, a one-time
payment of a commercial discovery bonus will be payable when Inkai receives confirmation of
Kazakh-defined recoverable reserves located in a particular licensed area. The bonus is calculated
as 0.05% of the value of Kazakh-defined recoverable reserves. Inkai expects to pay this bonus in
the third quarter, which is estimated to range between $5 to $20 million (US), with respect to
block 2. These taxes, royalties, custom fees and bonuses are paid to the Kazakh government. The
Kazak-defined reserves do not conform with, and are not equivalent to, reserves classified under
Canadian securities laws. Some reserves categories used by Kazakhstan overlap with multiple
Canadian resources categories, and contrary to Canadian standards, Kazakh-defined reserves can be
based on the equivalent of inferred resources. The reconciliation of Kazakh-defined reserves to
Canadian resources and reserves definitions will be required for future disclosure.
Inkai will also be subject to an excess profits tax. The excess profits tax becomes payable when
the internal rate of return of the project (as defined in the applicable tax code) exceeds 20%. The
excess profits tax is levied at rates scaled from 4% to 30%, depending on the internal rate of
return. The excess profits tax rate is applied to pre-tax net income less income tax. Inkai will
not pay the excess profits tax in 2007. The timing of the excess profits tax in the future, after
Inkai reaches commercial production, will be dependent on the internal rate of return of the
project.
Operational Changes
As we have previously discussed, we have put in place a revised management structure for operations
led by Camecos chief operating officer. This new structure separates production operations and
development projects and addresses key lessons learned over the past year. This structure affects
our mining and fuel services divisions.
We are also acting to add more technical resources to support our mining and fuel services
divisions. Since the beginning of 2007, we have added 29 technical specialists in various fields
including, geology, metallurgy, engineering, safety, geophysics, quality, and radiation. In
addition, at Cigar Lake, we are in the process of reorganizing the management team and hiring a new
general manager.
Over time these steps will provide additional oversight and direction as well as reinforce our
commitment to excellence and accountability.
Uranium Exploration Update Second Quarter 2007
Saskatchewan Exploration
Second quarter exploration activities on many Saskatchewan projects were delayed as a result of the
increased time required to obtain exploration permits from the provincial government regulator. New
permitting processes are being put in place that satisfy court decisions regarding
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the duty to consult that the Crown has with respect to industry proposals that may impact First
Nations traditional lands.
On the Dawn Lake project, drilling at Collins Creek was deferred from June until July as a result
of the delayed permitting noted above. A scoping study on the Collins Creek open pit conceptual
design recommended additional drilling to obtain more information on the assumed mineralization.
We continued to undertake feasibility related activities on the Millennium deposit. The 3D seismic
survey over the Millennium area was completed by late April. Data interpretation is ongoing.
Borehole seismic surveying of the two pilot shaft holes was completed in June along with 15 of 19
standard penetration tests for mine infrastructure foundations. Drilling was initiated in mid June
as part of continued exploration along the prospective trend that hosts the Millennium deposit.
The English River First Nation (ERFN) has selected claims for Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE)
designation that include the Millennium uranium deposit. Similarly, the Peter Ballantyne Cree
Nation has selected lands under the TLE process that cover portions of the mineral claims held by
the Dawn Lake joint venture. The TLE process does not affect the rights of our mining joint
ventures, however, it may have an impact on the surface rights and benefits ultimately negotiated
as part of the development of our two uranium deposits. Cameco, as operator of both affected joint
ventures, is investigating the potential implications of the TLE land issue.
During the second quarter, evaluation of the P2 trend north of the McArthur River mine continued. A
combination of conventional and directional drilling was undertaken with about 9,000 metres
completed in 16 drill holes, bringing the total drilling for the year to approximately 12,600
metres in 23 drill holes. We have now tested the P2 trend at regular 200-metre spacing for a
distance of approximately 3,000 metres north of the mine. Results along this world-class trend
continue to be encouraging.
On the AREVA operated Cree Zimmer project, surrounding the Key Lake operation, a resistivity survey
was undertaken in the West Zimmer area southwest of the historic Gaertner and Deilmann uranium
deposits. Permits for drilling had not been received by the end of the quarter. Camecos ownership
of the Cree Zimmer Joint Venture is 83.335%.
On the Waterbury/Cigar Lake Joint Venture Project operated by AREVA, a property-wide airborne
gravity survey was completed and the summer drilling program was initiated. Camecos interest in
the Waterbury property is 50.025%.
Canadian Exploration
Late in the second quarter, permitting activities began for the startup of field programs on
several projects in Nunavut and Northwest Territories. This work will consist of geophysics, as
well as field mapping and sampling. We plan to complete a drilling program during the third quarter
at Camecos Otish South project in Quebec.
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Global Exploration
Drilling was initiated on three projects in Mongolia, and field work commenced on the Lastourville
project in Gabon.
We signed a letter of intent for a strategic alliance with Western Uranium Corporation. Cameco will
acquire a 10% equity interest in WUC through a non-brokered private placement subject to signing
and closing definitive agreements. The immediate emphasis for this strategic alliance will be WUCs
Kings Valley property in Nevada. This property covers a portion of the McDermitt caldera in
northcentral Nevada where Chevron discovered volcanic-hosted uranium in 1975.
FUEL SERVICES
Highlights
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Revenue ($ millions) |
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64 |
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57 |
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108 |
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101 |
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15 |
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11 |
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14 |
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6 |
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13 |
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Sales volume (million kgU)1 |
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Fuel Services Results
The second quarter and six-month results for 2007 reflect the recognition of previously deferred
revenue and the associated costs on conversion services deliveries of 0.4 million kgU, related to
the termination of two of three standby product loan agreements discussed under the uranium
business segment. The effect of the termination was an increase of $3 million in reported revenue
and marginal impact on gross profit.
As in the case of the deferred uranium revenue, the timing of cash receipts on the deferred revenue
is the same as on any other sale and is unaffected by the accounting treatment for the revenue.
Cameco will recognize the remaining deferred revenue and associated costs when the loan agreement
is terminated, or if drawn upon, when the loan is repaid and that portion of the facility is
terminated.
Second Quarter
In the second quarter of 2007, revenue from our fuel services business was $64 million, an increase
of $7 million compared to the same period in 2006, as the impact of a decline in reported sales
volumes was offset by an increase in the realized price.
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Total cost of products and services sold, including DDR, increased to $58 million from $51 million
in 2006. The effect of the lower volume was offset by higher costs, which are related to the mix of
products delivered in 2007. A higher proportion of sales were attributable to fabrication in 2007.
Included in these costs is $3 million, which reflects the preliminary cost estimate to remediate
the affected area at the Port Hope UF6 conversion plant, where the company discovered
uranium and evidence of other production-associated chemicals under the building. See note 17 of
the unaudited consolidated financial statements for more information.
In the second quarter of 2007, earnings before taxes were $5 million, down $1 million compared to
2006.
Year to Date
In the first six months of 2007, revenue from our fuel services business was $108 million, an
increase of $7 million compared to the same period in 2006, as the impact of a decline in reported
sales volumes was offset by an increase in the realized price. Most conversion sales are at fixed
prices and have not yet fully benefited from the significant increase in UF6 spot prices
but the trend has been positive.
Total cost of products and services sold, including DDR, increased to $93 million from $85 million
in 2006. The effect of the lower volume was offset by higher costs, which were related to the mix
of products delivered in 2007. A higher proportion of sales were attributable to fabrication in
2007. Selling costs for fuel services were also higher than in the previous year.
In the first half of 2007, earnings before taxes were $13 million, down $1 million compared to 2006
and the gross profit percentage decreased to 14% from 16% in the first six months of 2006.
Fuel Services Outlook for Third Quarter 2007
For the third quarter of 2007, our fuel services revenue is projected to be about 15% higher than
that of the second quarter due to an expected increase in deliveries. It is anticipated that the
average realized price will be slightly lower.
Fuel Services Outlook for the Year 2007
Cameco expects 2007 revenue from the fuel services business to be nearly 5% higher than in 2006 due
to an anticipated increase in the average realized selling price. Reported sales volumes are
expected to be about 5% lower than in 2006.
Reported sales volume from fuel services in 2007 is expected to total 17.6 million kgU, down from
our earlier estimate of 19.1 million kgU. As we have previously indicated, Camecos sales targets
are typically not fully committed as we enter a year. We have decided not to pursue further sales
of conversion beyond the 17.6 million kgU given the temporary suspension of UF6
production noted below. This compares to sales of 18.5 million kgU in 2006. The cost of product
sold is expected to decrease due to the lower volume.
Full production of UF6 will likely be suspended for a minimum of two months until Cameco
has determined the source of the uranium and chemicals it recently discovered under the UF6 plant
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and developed appropriate remediation plans. We will provide a revised conversion production
forecast once this has been completed. Uranium dioxide (UO2) conversion and other
activities at the site are not affected.
The outlook for the third quarter and the 2007 financial results for the fuel services business
segment are based on the following key assumptions:
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Fuel Services Price Sensitivity Analysis
The majority of fuel services sales are at fixed prices with inflation escalators. In the short
term, Camecos financial results for fuel services are relatively insensitive to changes in the
spot price for conversion. Newer fixed-price contracts generally reflect longer-term prices at the
time of contract award. Therefore, in the coming years, our contract portfolio for conversion
services will be positively impacted by these higher fixed-price contracts.
UF6 Conversion Market Update
Spot market and long-term UF6 conversion prices were steady over the quarter. Outlined
below are the industry average spot market prices (TradeTech and UxC) for North American and
European conversion services.
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Outlined below are the industrys average long-term prices (TradeTech and UxC) for North American
and European conversion services.
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Blind River Refinery
We produced 2.7 million kgU as UO3 in the second quarter of 2007 compared to 5.0 million
kgU in the second quarter of 2006. Total UO3 production for the first six months of 2007
was 6.4 million kgU compared to 10.3 million kgU for the same period in 2006. Low supply of uranium
feed for the plant has resulted in less UO3 production this year. All of the
UO3 production in the first six months of 2007 was shipped to the Port Hope conversion
facility. We anticipate producing UO3 for Springfields Fuel Limited (SFL) starting in
the third quarter.
The inventory stored at Blind River has been declining over the past several years and is now
causing changes to the customary operating schedule at the refinery. Under our conversion services
contracts, customers supply the uranium to be processed. In the past, many of these customers
stored large inventories at our facility, providing an ample supply of feedstock. Customers now
have much less inventory and provide the feedstock on a just-in-time basis.
The result is that the Blind River refinery operates with more shutdowns as we manage production to
match the delivery of uranium feed. This in turn is reducing the supply of UO3 feed for
the conversion facilities at Port Hope and impacting those operations as well. However, SFL has
adequate UO3 inventory to meet its requirements through to the fourth quarter.
The production of UO3 is affected by the temporary shutdown of the Port Hope
UF6 plant discussed below. Once we have a revised forecast for UF6 conversion
production, we will provide revised UO3 production forecast.
We have received comments from various federal agencies on our draft EA submitted in support of the
application to increase the licensed capacity of the refinery from 18 million to 24 million kgU as
UO3. We are addressing the followup questions and anticipate submitting the revised EA
in the third quarter.
Port Hope Conversion Facility
At our Port Hope conversion facilities, we produced 2.9 million kgU as UF6 and UO2
in the second quarter of 2007, compared to 2.2 million kgU in the second quarter of 2006. The
higher production reflects significant progress in increasing the fluorine generation capacity of
the UF6 plant. However, the UF6 production rate has been decreased to match
the reduced UO3 supply as discussed in the refining section above. The conversion
production was 6.6 million kgU compared to 5.4 million kgU for the first half of 2006.
We have suspended production at the Port Hope UF6 conversion plant following the
discovery of uranium and evidence of other production-associated chemicals in the soil beneath the
plant. The discovery was made in an area being excavated within the building for the installation of new
equipment. The affected area appears to be within, and near the perimeter walls of the plant. The
chemicals are in a contained area so public health and worker safety are not affected. All
regulatory authorities have been notified.
Full production of UF6 will likely be suspended for a minimum of two months until Cameco
has determined the source of the chemicals and developed appropriate remediation plans. A revised
production forecast will be provided once this has been completed. Uranium dioxide (UO2)
conversion and other activities at the site are not affected.
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Cameco plans to meet committed deliveries for the remainder of the year based on existing
inventory.
In addition to our production at the Port Hope facility, we expect to secure up to another 5
million kgU as UF6 from the SFL facility in 2007.
The CNSC has not yet issued the draft scope for the required EA for the Vision 2010 project. Our
recent discussions with CNSC staff indicate that the scope is not likely to be finalized until mid
2008. Cameco expects to see a draft of the EA scope in the fourth quarter of 2007. However, work
has commenced on those aspects of the EA that we are quite certain will be required. The Vision
2010 project proposes to clean up and modernize the Port Hope conversion facility site. Design and
preliminary engineering for the project are under way.
Negotiations for new collective agreements with the two United Steelworkers Union locals at the
Port Hope conversion facility were concluded successfully at the end of the second quarter with new
three-year agreements being ratified by both of the union locals. The agreements provide wage
increases of 4% in each of the first two years and 4.75% in the third year. These agreements end on
June 30, 2010.
Fuel Manufacturing
A shortfall in bundle production occurred in 2006 due to challenges with equipment and an
insufficient number of operators early in the year. This shortfall has been made up through the
first half of 2007.
A one-day CNSC hearing for the approval of the EA guidelines for the modifications to the Zircatec
plant to supply the slightly enriched uranium (SEU) fuel for Bruce Power was held on June 22, 2007.
Work is proceeding to provide the necessary information to the CNSC to allow them to initiate the
writing of their EA report. We anticipate receiving approval of the project EA report by the end of
the year.
Negotiations for a new collective agreement with the United Steelworkers Union local at Zircatec
were concluded successfully at the end of the second quarter with a new two-year agreement being
ratified by the local members. The agreement provides wage increases of 4% in each year. The new
agreement ends on June 1, 2009.
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NUCLEAR ELECTRICITY GENERATION
Highlights
Bruce Power Limited Partnership (100% basis)
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48 |
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29 |
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28 |
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57 |
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28 |
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27 |
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57 |
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159 |
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167 |
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42 |
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145 |
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In the second quarter of 2007, BPLP generated cash from operations of $91 million compared to
$159 million in the second quarter of 2006. The decrease reflects lower revenues and changes in
working capital requirements. Capital expenditures for the second quarter of 2007 totalled $21
million compared to $11 million during the same period in 2006.
BPLP also distributed $70 million to the partners in the second quarter, with Camecos share being
$22 million. The partners have agreed that all future excess cash will be distributed on a monthly
basis and that separate cash calls will be made for major capital projects.
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Camecos Earnings from BPLP
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Second Quarter
Earnings Before Taxes
Camecos pre-tax earnings from BPLP amounted to $31 million during the second quarter compared to
$38 million over the same period in 2006. This decrease in 2007 was due to lower generation and
slightly higher operating costs related to planned and forced outages in the quarter.
Output
BPLP achieved a capacity factor of 91% in the second quarter of 2007, compared to 94% in the same
period of 2006. During the second quarter of 2007, the BPLP units generated 6.4 TWh of electricity
compared to 6.7 TWh in 2006.
Outlined below are the maintenance activities for BPLP that occurred during the second quarter of
2007.
Planned Outages
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During the second quarter of 2007, the B reactors were offline for 26 days, including 17 days due
to unplanned outages. In the second quarter of 2006, the B reactors experienced 11 days of
unplanned outages.
Price
For the second quarter of 2007, BPLPs electricity revenue decreased to $308 million from $318
million over the same period in 2006 due to the lower output.
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The
realized price achieved from a mix of contract and spot sales averaged $48 per MWh in
the quarter, which was equal to the realized price last year. During the quarter, the Ontario
electricity spot price averaged $43 per MWh, compared to $45 per MWh in the second quarter of 2006.
To reduce its exposure to spot market prices, BPLP has a portfolio of fixed-price sales contracts.
During the second quarter of 2007, about 36% of BPLP output was sold under fixed-price contracts,
down from the 48% level during the same period in 2006.
Cameco provides guarantees of up to $47 million to customers under these contracts. At June 30,
2007, Camecos actual exposure under these guarantees was nil. In addition, Cameco has agreed to
provide up to $133 million in guarantees to CNSC and $58 million to Ontario Power Generation Inc.
(OPG) to support other Bruce Power commitments. Of these amounts, corporate guarantees have been
issued for $24 million to the CNSC and $58 million to OPG at June 30, 2007.
Costs
Operating costs (including amortization) were $209 million in the second quarter of 2007, compared
with $189 million in the same period of 2006. About 95% of BPLPs operating costs are fixed. As
such, most of the costs are incurred whether the plant is operating or not. On a per MWh basis, the
operating cost in the second quarter of 2007 was $33, compared to $29 in the second quarter of
2006.
Year to Date
Earnings
Before Taxes
For the six months ended June 30, 2007, BPLP earnings before taxes were $124 million compared to
$258 million in 2006. The lower earnings are a result of lower electricity generation and higher
operating costs. For the year-to-date, Camecos earnings before tax from BPLP amounted to $42
million compared to $84 million over the same period in 2006.
Output
For the first six months of the year, the BPLP units achieved a capacity factor of 84%, compared
with 95% in the same period last year. These units produced 11.8 TWh during the first half of 2007,
a decrease of 1.5 TWh over the same period last year, due primarily, to the planned outage of unit
6.
Price
For the first six months of 2007, BPLPs electricity revenue totalled $598 million, compared to
$652 million in the first half of 2006. During the period, BPLPs realized price averaged $51 per
MWh from a mix of contract and spot sales compared with $49 per MWh during the same period last
year. The Ontario electricity spot price averaged about $48 per MWh during the first half of the
year, which was approximately the same price a year ago.
During the first half of 2007, about 41% of BPLPs output was sold under fixed-price contracts
compared to 48% in the same period in 2006.
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Costs
For the first half of 2007, operating costs were $468 million, compared with $371 million in the
same period in 2006. This increase primarily reflects the additional costs associated with the unit
B6 planned outage, and the additional overtime to maintain the base work programs and winter storm
coverage during the first quarter.
BPLP Outlook Considerations
The results from BPLP are influenced by a number of factors including operating performance, costs
and realized price. The operating performance is affected by planned and unplanned outages. Total
costs are relatively insensitive to changes in output, as about 95% of BPLPs operating costs are
fixed and most of the costs are incurred whether the plant is operating or not. As a result, unit
costs are dependent on output and subject to large variability if output changes. Cameco reports
BPLP costs net of recoveries. Realized prices are made up of a mixture of sales under contract at
fixed prices and sales in the Ontario spot electricity market. The Ontario spot price is dependent
on a number of factors such as the supply of and demand for electricity. Demand for electricity is
very sensitive to Ontario weather patterns.
BPLPs Outlook for Third Quarter 2007
In the third quarter of 2007, there are no planned outages. As a result, BPLPs average unit costs
are expected to be about $30 per MWh compared to $33 in the second quarter of 2007.
For the third quarter of 2007, we anticipate BPLP revenue to be about 15% higher than in the second
quarter, as the result of an estimated 7% increase in generation and a 9% increase in estimated
average realized price.
BPLPs Outlook for 2007
In 2007, capacity factors for the B units are expected to average in the low 90% range similar to
the 91% achieved in 2006. After investing significant capital on refurbishing the B units over the
past few years, we anticipate continued reliable performance with the only planned outage being the
one completed in April.
For 2007, the average unit cost is expected to rise to about $35 per MWh compared to $31 in 2006.
Total costs are expected to rise by 11% in 2007 over 2006. The increase is due primarily to a rise
in staff costs, the costs associated with the planned outage, operating and maintenance costs for
heavy water treatment and fuel costs as well as lower incidental recoveries compared to 2006. In
addition, higher amortization expenses are expected in 2007, reflecting the addition of the new
administration building and other capital projects.
For 2007, we anticipate BPLP revenue to be 7% higher than in 2006 due to higher expected realized
prices, which are made up of fixed contract prices and Ontario spot market electricity prices. This
represents a decrease from our first quarter projection of an 18% increase for 2007 as a result of
a reduction in our estimate for expected realized electricity prices in 2007. The spot prices are
very sensitive to Ontario weather patterns. In 2006, the average realized price was $48 per MWh.
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The third quarter and 2007 outlook for BPLP assumes that the B units will achieve their targeted
capacity factor and that there will be no significant changes in current estimates for costs and
prices.
Electricity Price Sensitivity Analysis
For the remainder of 2007, BPLP has about 4 TWh under contract, which would represent about 30% of
Bruce B generation at its planned capacity factor. For the remainder of 2007, a $1.00 per MWh
change in the spot price for electricity in Ontario would change Camecos after-tax earnings from
BPLP by about $2 million.
GOLD
Cameco owns approximately 53% of Centerra, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the
symbol CG. Centerra owns and operates two gold mines: Kumtor, which is located in the Kyrgyz
Republic and Boroo located in Mongolia.
Financial Highlights
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Three months ended |
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Six months ended |
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June 30 |
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2007 |
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2007 |
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2006 |
Revenue ($ millions) |
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117 |
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121 |
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213 |
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229 |
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Gross profit ($ millions) |
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40 |
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45 |
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64 |
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80 |
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Gross profit % |
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34 |
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37 |
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30 |
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35 |
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Realized price (US$/ounce) |
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667 |
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632 |
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657 |
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587 |
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Sales volume (ounces) |
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156,000 |
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169,000 |
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283,000 |
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341,000 |
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153,000 |
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165,000 |
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286,000 |
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319,000 |
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Gold Results
Second
Quarter
For the three months ended June 30, 2007, revenue from our gold business decreased by $4 million to
$117 million compared to the second quarter of 2006. The decline in revenue was due to lower
production, which offset the benefit of a higher realized gold price. Production at Kumtor
continues to be impacted by the pitwall movement that occurred in July 2006. The realized price for
gold rose to $667 (US) per ounce in the quarter compared to $632 (US) per ounce in the second
quarter of 2006, due to higher spot prices.
Kumtors production was 83,000 ounces compared to 100,000 ounces in the second quarter of 2006.
This decrease was due to reduced throughput and a lower mill head grade that averaged 2.6 grams per
tonne (g/t) in the quarter compared to 2.9 g/t in the same period in 2006.
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Production at Boroo was 70,000 ounces in the quarter compared to 65,000 ounces in the second
quarter of 2006. The average head grade of ore fed to the mill was 3.8 g/t compared 4.1 g/t the
same period last year.
Year
to Date
For the six months ended June 30, 2007, revenue from our gold business decreased by $16 million to
$213 million compared to 2006. The decline in revenue was due to lower production, which offset the
benefit of a higher realized gold price. Production at Kumtor continues to be impacted by the
pitwall movement that occurred in July 2006. The realized price for gold rose to $657 (US) per
ounce in 2007 compared to $587 (US) per ounce in 2006, due to higher spot prices.
Kumtors production was 149,000 ounces compared to 189,000 ounces in the first six months of 2006.
This decrease was due to reduced throughput and a lower mill head grade that averaged 2.4 g/t in
the quarter compared to 2.6 g/t in 2006.
Production at Boroo was 137,000 ounces year to date compared to 130,000 ounces in the first six
months of 2006. The average head grade of ore fed to the mill was 3.8 g/t compared to 4.0 g/t in
the same period last year.
Gold
Outlook for the Year 2007
Overall, 2007 production, on a 100% basis, is expected to total between 550,000 and 560,000 ounces
of gold. At Kumtor, gold production for the full year 2007 is now expected to be approximately
300,000 ounces compared to Centerras previous projection of approximately 450,000 ounces. As
discussed in the first quarter report, Centerra is extending the Kumtor pit to access high-grade
ore. After preliminary analysis, Centerras independent geotechnical experts have recommended using
flatter angles on the pitwall to provide greater stabilization. The lower slope angles require the
removal of more waste than previously planned, delaying access to high-grade ore until the second
quarter of 2008. At Boroo, on a 100% basis, we expect production in the range of 250,000 to 260,000
ounces of gold in 2007. In 2007, gold revenue is expected to be similar to revenue in 2006. This
outlook for the gold business is based on the following key assumptions:
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Centerras forecast production is achieved, |
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spot gold price of $650 (US) per ounce, and |
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Gold Market Update
The average spot market gold price during the second quarter of 2007 was $668 (US) per ounce, an
increase of 10% compared to $610 (US) per ounce in 2006.
Gold Price Sensitivity Analysis
For the remainder of 2007, a $25.00 (US) per ounce change in the gold spot price would change
Camecos revenue by about $7 million (Cdn), cash flow by about $6 million (Cdn) and net earnings by
about $3 million (Cdn).
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Political Update
Kyrgyz
Republic
The political situation in the Kyrgyz Republic continues to evolve and there continues to be a risk
of political instability.
As previously disclosed, Cameco and Centerra have been in discussions with representatives of the
Kyrgyz government over the past several months. These discussions are to address concerns of the
government with respect to prior agreements, as well as to further stabilize the operational
environment for the Kumtor project going forward.
During the first quarter of 2007 the parliament accepted in the first reading and returned to
committee for further deliberation draft legislation that, among other things, challenges the legal
validity of Kumtor agreements with the Kyrgyz Republic, proposes recovery of additional taxes on
amounts relating to past activities, and provides for the transfer of gold deposits (including
Kumtor) to a state-owned entity. If enacted, there would be a substantial risk of harm to the value
of Camecos investment in Centerra. We expect the draft bill to be the subject of extensive
discussion and parliamentary procedure before being considered for further approval, if at all.
The bill was on the parliamentary agenda for its May session, which began May 21, 2007, but was not
brought forward for discussion. Currently this bill has no legislative effect and does not
interfere with the Centerras operations in the country.
A new proposed resolution promoted by Deputy Arslanbek Maliev (author of the prior resolution)
requesting the president to suspend all existing legislation related to the Kumtor restructuring
was delayed and not put on the parliamentary agenda. There is risk that this resolution will be
tabled if continuing discussions are not successful.
The Kumtor restructuring in 2004 was approved by government decrees and was supported by legal
opinions from the Kyrgyz Ministry of Justice. In addition, the Kyrgyz government was represented by
independent legal counsel and financial advisors for the Kumtor restructuring. The International
Finance Corporation and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development also participated in
the restructuring transactions.
Cameco, Centerra and the Kyrgyz government held discussions in Bishkek from July 16 to 20, 2007.
Cameco and the government working group have presented their views of the Kumtor project and their
positions regarding material economic terms for settlement of all disputes. The government working
group was chaired by the Minister of Finance and included members of the government and
representatives of the parliament. The parties agreed to report the results of this round of
discussions to their respective boards, prime minister and the president of the Republic and
consider the proposals in greater detail.
If the issues between the Kyrgyz Republic and Cameco and Centerra are not resolved to their mutual
satisfaction, the risks to Centerra and Cameco will increase significantly. We are uncertain if an
agreement can be reached to resolve these issues. We expect that the parties will resume
discussions in the near future.
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An international arbitrator has been appointed in the dispute regarding the high altitude tax, land
tax and draft legislation referred to above. Centerra and the government have agreed to postpone
the first procedural hearing as discussions are ongoing.
Pursuant to an agreement dated December 7, 2006 between the Kyrgyz government, Kumtor Gold Company
(KGC), Centerra and Kyrgyzaltyn relating to payments in connection with the 1998 Barskoon cyanide
spill, KGC has advanced to the government a total of $3.7 million (US) with the final instalment of
$0.7 million (US) due in 2007. This money has been distributed to members of the local communities
by a committee created by the government to administer the distribution of compensation. One half
of the loan ($2.2 million (US)) is repayable no later than 2010 and is secured by shares of
Centerra owned by Kyrgyzaltyn and the other half of the loan ($2.2 million (US)) is forgivable in
2012 if there is no event of default pursuant to the investment agreement between KGC, Centerra and
the Kyrgyz government.
Mongolia
Centerra continues to advance discussions regarding its Boroo stability agreement with the
Mongolian government amid strong nationalistic sentiment in the country. No agreement has yet been
reached. If discussions are not successful, the government may threaten to terminate the stability
agreement. Centerra does not believe that there is any valid basis for such a termination.
The Minister of Finance has asserted that Boroo is subject to tax at a rate of 20% effective
January 1, 2007, rather than March 1, 2007, on the basis that commercial production, and therefore
the three-year tax exemption applicable to Boroo under the stability agreement, began January 1,
2004 rather than March 1, 2004. Centerra disputes the ministers claim. The amount at issue is
approximately $4 million (US) for the full year 2007, which Centerra has paid under protest and
expensed. Centerra believes that this and other remaining matters will be resolved as part of
continuing discussions on the Boroo stability agreement.
The Mongolian parliament continues to debate recent changes to mining legislation and the
applicability of the windfall profit tax as well as state participation in various mining projects.
The windfall tax applies at the rate of 68% on sales of gold above $500 (US) per ounce. Under the
new minerals law, parliament may designate deposits as strategic and the state may take up to a 34%
interest in those strategic deposits in respect of which exploration was funded privately or 50%
interest in those strategic deposits in respect of which exploration was funded by the state. On
February 6, 2007, parliament designated the Boroo deposit as strategic but resolved that the state
would take no interest as the deposit would continue to be subject to the terms of the existing
amended stability agreement. While the government has acknowledged that neither the windfall profit
tax nor the strategic deposit provisions will apply to Boroo, it has not yet agreed to provide
similar protection to Centerras Gatsuurt project and may yet determine Gatsuurt to be of strategic
importance.
Pursuant to an agreement between Centerra Gold Mongolia Limited (CGM) and Gatsuurt LLC, an arms
length Mongolian limited liability company, under which CGM acquired the Gatsuurt licences, CGM
agreed to transfer the licence that covers the Central Zone of the Gatsuurt property to Gatsuurt
LLC if CGM did not complete a feasibility study by December 31, 2005. CGM completed a feasibility
study in December 2005. In early 2006 Gatsuurt LLC
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informed Centerra that it does not believe that CGM complied with its obligation. In December 2006,
Gatsuurt LLC began proceedings in the Mongolian National Arbitration Court (MNAC) alleging
non-compliance by CGM and seeking the return of the licence. CGM believes that the Gatsuurt LLC
claim is without merit and on July 10, 2007 filed a petition with Mongolias District Court
contesting the jurisdiction of the MNAC. In its first hearing on procedural matters, held on July
20, 2007, the MNAC decided to suspend its proceedings, pending a decision by the Mongolian District
Court as to MNACs jurisdiction. On July 25, 2007, the Mongolian District Court returned CGMs
petition, without a decision on the jurisdictional issue, to permit CGM to supplement its
submissions. CGMs challenge to the jurisdiction of the MNAC may be unsuccessful, resulting in the
MNAC taking jurisdiction over the dispute. Any decision of the MNAC may be final and binding on
CGM. An appeal, if any, would likely be to the courts of Mongolia. Even if the jurisdiction of the
MNAC is successfully challenged, Gatsuurt LLC may choose to continue pursue its claim through the
courts of Mongolia.
While Centerra had been in discussions with the Mongolian Government in 2006 and during the first
half of 2007 regarding an investment agreement for Gatsuurt, those discussions have been
temporarily deferred pending a resolution on Centerras Boroo stability agreement with the
government. Centerra has received written confirmation dated July 18, 2007, from the minister of
finance that the government has no objection to concluding an investment agreement regarding the
Gatsuurt project based on the current mineral laws of Mongolia, providing that all necessary
documents required for the registration of Gatsuurt reserves have been received by the appropriate
Mongolian agency and such registration has taken place. The Ministry of Finance has acknowledged
receipt of documentation from Centerra related to the registration of reserves and Centerra expects
the registration to be completed this fall. Centerra is prepared to quickly advance discussions
with the government regarding an investment agreement for Gatsuurt following a resolution of
outstanding issues concerning the Boroo stability agreement.
On March 13, 2007, Centerra suspended its development operations at Gatsuurt, other than those
necessary to maintain the property in good standing and comply with permits, pending finalization
of the terms of an investment agreement with the government and the claim by Gatsuurt LLC being
resolved. As at June 30, 2007, Centerra has made an aggregate of $19 million (US) in expenditures
on the exploration and development of Gatsuurt and the property has a recorded book value of $2.3
million (US). Upon a satisfactory investment agreement being reached and the claim by Gatsuurt LLC
being resolved, Centerra expects to begin the first stage of development of Gatsuurt, budgeted at
$20 million, to construct a 54-kilometre access road and mine facilities at Gatsuurt, procure
required mobile mining equipment and expand the camp at Boroo to allow for processing of Gatsuurt
ore. Centerras reported mineral reserves and resources for the Gatsuurt property are not
materially affected by any of the legal, title, taxation or socio-political issues discussed above.
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NUCLEAR INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS
World Reactor News
United
States
On June 2, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) connected the recently restarted Browns Ferry 1 to
the power grid. According to the NRC, Browns Ferry 1 reached 100% capacity on June 8. Browns Ferry
nuclear power plant restarted after a shutdown that lasted 22 years. This brings the number of
operating reactors in the US to 104.
The US Nuclear Regulatory Agencys (NRC) executive director for operations, Luis Reyes, stated that
the NRC expects applications for 27 potential new reactors in the US. Nearly all of the
applications would be for new reactors at existing nuclear power plants, but applications to build
at two or three greenfield locations are also expected.
In May, the US government released its Uranium Marketing Annual Report for 2006. Key points
include:
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67 million pounds at a weighted average price of $18.61 (US), a 30% increase in price from
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Europe
Construction has begun on a European Pressurized Reactor (EPR) at the Flamanville nuclear power
plant site in France. Foundations have been laid, and the reactor, which will be the third unit at
Flamanville, is expected to begin operation in 2012.
In June, the EURATOM Supply Agency (ESA) released its 2006 annual report. In 2006, EU utilities
loaded 55 million pounds U3O8 equivalent of fresh fuel into reactors, similar
to levels loaded in the previous year. EU utility purchases were 10 million pounds higher than in
2005, totalling 56 million pounds. Prices for multi-year and spot contracts increased, averaging
$18.55 (US) and $25.95 (US) per pound U3O8 respectively. This is an increase
from $16.06 (US) and $21.19 (US) in 2005. Looking forward, ESA reports annual uranium requirements
will decline by about 2.7% over the next 10 years, presumably as a result of the planned phase-outs
in Europe and lower tails assays. The ESA continues to recommend EU utilities to maintain
reasonable inventories levels, a policy which is vital for the long-term security of supply of the
EU electro-nuclear industry.
Russia
Construction began on two new VVER-1000 reactors with capacities of about 1,000 megawatts each at
the Novovoronezh nuclear power plant in Russia. The two units are expected to begin operation in
2012 and 2013. The construction marks the start of an ambitious plan for a large
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increase in Russias nuclear capacity that calls for the completion of 26 new reactors by 2020.
Within a few weeks, Russia plans to start construction of two more reactors at the Leningrad
nuclear power plant.
Japan
In Japan, all seven units at Tokyo Electric Power Companys (Tepco) Kashiwazaki Kariwa plant remain
shut down due to the 6.8 magnitude earthquake on July 16, 2007. At the time of the earthquake, only
three of the reactors were operating, with the other four shut for periodic inspections. All three
reactors shut down safely, however several units did experience minor incidents as a result of the
earthquake. The plants will remain offline while safety inspections are carried out to assess the
impact of the earthquake. The Kashiwazaki Kariwa complex is the largest nuclear power plant in
terms of reactor units, with a capacity of more than 8,000 megawatts.
Other
USEC began construction May 31 on its American Centrifuge uranium enrichment plant in Piketon,
Ohio. The US NRC granted USEC a construction and operating licence for the plant in April and USEC
expects commercial operation of the plant in late 2009, reaching 3.8 million SWU (separative work
units) by 2012.
AREVA is preparing to build a $2 billion (US) centrifuge enrichment plant in the US. AREVA told the
US NRC in a May 21, 2007 briefing that it plans to construct a 3 million SWU centrifuge enrichment
plant that will begin production of 0.5 million SWU by 2013. The technology will be supplied by
Enrichment Technology Corp, an Urenco-AREVA joint venture. The proposed plant would be the third
new centrifuge plant in the US.
On
May 21, 2007, AREVA announced plans to invest 610 million (~$850 million (US)) in Comurhex
II, a project to build new conversion facilities at Malvési and Tricastin, France. Construction is
scheduled to begin this summer, and the facilities are expected to become operational in 2012.
Comurhex II will be able to convert 15,000 tU per year, with the option of expanding to 21,000 tU
per year if needed to meet market demand.
Following the release of the World Energy Councils (WEC) Study of Energy and Climate Change, in
late June, Yvo de Boer, the executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on
Climate Change (UNFCCC), told a press conference that he had never seen a credible scenario for
reducing emissions that did not include nuclear energy. The report notes, all governments should
give serious consideration to the potential of nuclear power for reducing greenhouse gas
emissions.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
During the quarter, Cameco cancelled two standby product loan facilities with one of its customers
and cancelled $150 million (US) of associated letter of credit facilities.
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Credit
Ratings
The following table provides Camecos third party ratings for our commercial paper, senior debt and
convertible debentures, as of June 30, 2007:
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Please see Camecos 2006 Annual Information Form dated March 30, 2007, under the heading
Rating of Securities at page 107 for further information regarding these third party ratings of
the above noted Cameco securities.
Debt
In addition to cash from operations, debt is used to provide liquidity. Cameco has sufficient
borrowing capacity to meet its current requirements with access to about $780 million in unsecured
lines of credit.
Commercial lenders have provided a $500 million five-year unsecured revolving credit facility,
available until November 30, 2011. Upon mutual agreement the facility can be extended for an
additional year. In addition to direct borrowings under the facility, up to $100 million can be
used for the issuance of letters of credit and, to the extent necessary, up to $400 million may be
allocated to provide liquidity support for the companys commercial paper program. The facility
ranks equally with all of Camecos other senior debt. At June 30, 2007, there were no amounts
outstanding under this credit facility.
Cameco may borrow directly from investors by issuing up to $400 million in commercial paper. At
June 30, 2007, there were no amounts outstanding under the commercial paper program.
Various financial institutions have entered into agreements to provide Cameco up to approximately
$280 million in short-term borrowing and letters of credit facilities. These arrangements are
predominantly used to fulfill regulatory requirements to provide financial assurance for future
decommissioning and reclamation of our operating sites. At June 30, 2007, outstanding letters of
credit amounted to $207 million under these facilities. Cameco has established separate letter of
credit facilities to support standby product loan facilities, as described below.
Product
Loan Facilities
Cameco has arranged for a standby product loan facility with one of its customers. The arrangement,
which was finalized in July of 2006, allows Cameco to borrow up to 2.6 million pounds
U3O8 equivalent (or 1.0 million kgU as UF6) over the period 2006
to 2008 with repayment in 2008 and 2009. Under the loan facility, standby fees of 2.25% are payable
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the market value of the facilities, and interest is payable on the market value of any amounts
drawn at the rate of 4.0% per annum. Any borrowings will be secured by letters of credit and are
repayable in kind.
Revenue from future deliveries to this counterparty (up to the limit of the loan facility) will be
deferred until the loan arrangement has been terminated, or if drawn upon, when the loan is repaid
and that portion of the facility is terminated.
The market value of the facility is based on the quoted market price of the products and at June
30, 2007 was approximately $366 million (US). As at June 30, 2007, the company did not have any
loan amounts outstanding under this facility.
Cameco has established $150 million (US) of letter of credit facilities maturing in 2010 to support
this standby product loan facility. At June 30, 2007, there were no amounts outstanding under these
letter of credit facilities.
Debentures
Camecos senior unsecured debentures consist of $300 million of debentures that bear interest at
the rate of 4.7% per annum and mature September 16, 2015.
Convertible
Debentures
Cameco has $230 million outstanding in convertible debentures. The debentures bear interest at 5%
per annum, mature on October 1, 2013, and at the holders option are convertible into common shares
of Cameco. The debentures are redeemable by the company beginning October 1, 2008 at a redemption
price of par plus accrued interest. Refer to note 7 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial
Statements dated December 31, 2006.
BPLP
BPLP holds a long-term lease with OPG to operate the Bruce nuclear power facility. The term of the
lease, which expires in 2018, is 18 years with an option to extend the lease for up to an
additional 25 years.
BPLP has a $150 million revolving credit facility that is available until July 21, 2008 as well as
an $83 million letter of credit facility. At June 30, 2007, BPLP had $20 million outstanding under
the revolving credit facility and $30 million outstanding under the letter of credit facility.
Centerra
Centerra Gold Mongolia LLC, a subsidiary of Centerra, has a $10 million (US) demand credit facility
that bears interest at LIBOR + 2.5%, is secured by the Gatsuurt mining licence, and is guaranteed
by Centerra. At June 30, 2007, Centerra had $10 million (US) outstanding under this facility.
Debt
Covenants
Cameco is bound by certain covenants in its general credit facilities. The financially related
covenants place restrictions on total debt, including guarantees, and set minimum levels of net
worth. As at June 30, 2007, Cameco met these financial covenants and does not expect its operating
and investment activities in 2007 to be constrained by them.
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Contractual
Cash Obligations
There have been no material changes to Camecos contractual cash obligations since December 31,
2006, including payments due for the next five years and thereafter. For further information on
these contractual obligations, refer to the MD&A in Camecos 2006 Annual Financial Review.
Commercial
Commitments
There have been no material changes to Camecos commercial commitments since December 31, 2006. For
further information on these commercial commitments, refer to the MD&A in Camecos 2006 Annual
Financial Review.
OUTSTANDING SHARE DATA
At June 30, 2007, there were 353.9 million common shares and one Class B share outstanding. In
addition, there were 6.7 million stock options outstanding with exercise prices ranging from $3.13
to $46.88 per share. Cameco also has convertible debentures in the amount of $230 million
outstanding. This issue may be converted into a total of 21.2 million common shares at a conversion
price of $10.83 per share. The debentures are redeemable by Cameco beginning on October 1, 2008 at
a redemption price of par plus accrued interest. At current share prices, we expect existing
holders to convert to equity.
AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION PROGRAM
On July 27, 2007, the Board of Directors approved an amendment to the companys stock option
program that allows eligible option holders to elect cash settlement upon exercise of the option.
Settling options in cash reduces the need to issue shares and permits Cameco to apply a portion of
its future free cash flows to, in effect, repurchase shares that would otherwise have been issued,
thereby mitigating the dilution of shareholders interests. In addition, payments made to employees
under the cash settlement alternative are deductible for tax purposes.
With the introduction of the cash settlement feature, we are required to classify the stock options
as liabilities rather than as equity. As a result, we will record a charge of approximately $103
million in the third quarter and a corresponding $39 million recovery of future income taxes. The
foregoing values are based on a share price of $43.00, which was the closing price on the Toronto
Stock Exchange on July 27, 2007. Going forward, the liability for the outstanding stock options
subject to cash settlement will be remeasured using the companys share price at the balance sheet
date. As of July 27, 2007, there were 6.7 million stock options outstanding, of which 3.8 million
were vested.
CHANGES IN INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
During the most recent interim period, there have been no changes in Camecos policies and
procedures and other processes that comprise its internal control over financial reporting, that
have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the companys internal
control over financial reporting.
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QUALIFIED PERSONS
The disclosure of scientific and technical information regarding the following Cameco properties in
this news release and MD&A were prepared by or under the supervision of the following qualified
persons for the purpose of National Instrument 43-101:
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CAUTION REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
Statements contained in this MD & A, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements
that involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could
cause such differences, without limiting the generality of the following, include: the impact of
the sales volume of fuel fabrication services, uranium, conversion services, electricity generated
and gold; volatility and sensitivity to market prices for uranium, conversion services, electricity
in Ontario and gold; competition; the impact of change in foreign currency exchange rates and
interest rates; imprecision in decommissioning, reclamation, reserve and tax estimates; litigation
or arbitration proceedings; inability to enforce legal rights; defects in title; environmental and
safety risks including increased regulatory burdens and long-term waste disposal; unexpected
geological or hydrological conditions; adverse mining conditions; political risks arising from
operating in certain developing countries; terrorism; sabotage; a possible deterioration in
political support for nuclear energy; changes in government regulations and policies, including tax
and trade laws and policies; demand for nuclear power; replacement of production; failure to obtain
or maintain necessary permits and approvals from government authorities; legislative and regulatory
initiatives regarding deregulation, regulation or restructuring of the electric utility industry in
Ontario; Ontario electricity rate regulations; natural phenomena including inclement weather
conditions, fire, flood, underground floods, earthquakes, pitwall failure and cave-ins; ability to
maintain and further improve positive labour relations; strikes or lockouts; operating performance,
disruption in the operation of, and life of the companys and customers facilities; decrease in
electrical production due to planned outages extending beyond their scheduled periods or unplanned
outages; success of planned development projects; and other development and operating risks.
Although Cameco believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking statements are
reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on these statements, which only apply as of the
date of this report. Cameco disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Investor & media inquiries:
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Alice Wong
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(306) 956-6337 |
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Investor inquiries:
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Bob Lillie
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(306) 956-6639 |
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Media inquiries:
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Lyle Krahn
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(306) 956-6316 |
INVESTOR INFORMATION
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Common Shares |
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Inquiries |
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Transfer Agent |
CCO
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Cameco Corporation
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CIBC Mellon Trust Company |
Toronto Stock Exchange
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2121 11th Street West
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320 Bay Street, P.O. Box 1
Toronto, Ontario |
CCJ
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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M5H 4A6 |
New York Stock Exchange
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S7M 1J3
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Phone: 800-387-0825 |
Convertible Debentures
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Phone: 306-956-6200
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(North America) |
CCO.DB
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Fax: 306-956-6318
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Phone: 416-643-5500 |
Toronto Stock Exchange
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Web: cameco.com
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Cameco Corporation
Highlights
(Unaudited)
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(as adjusted - |
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(as adjusted - |
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note 1(b)) |
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note 1(b)) |
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Three Months Ended |
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Six Months Ended |
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Jun 30/07 |
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Jun 30/06 |
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Jun 30/07 |
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Jun 30/06 |
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Financial (in millions) |
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Revenue |
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$ |
725 |
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$ |
417 |
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$ |
1,135 |
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$ |
959 |
|
Earnings from operations |
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|
256 |
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|
91 |
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|
304 |
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|
229 |
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Net earnings |
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|
205 |
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|
150 |
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|
263 |
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|
263 |
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Adjusted net earnings (i) |
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205 |
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|
77 |
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|
263 |
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|
190 |
|
Cash provided by operations |
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|
155 |
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|
40 |
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|
294 |
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|
|
326 |
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Working capital (end of period) |
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|
|
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|
970 |
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|
878 |
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Net debt to capitalization |
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10 |
% |
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8 |
% |
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Per common share |
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Net earnings Basic |
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$ |
0.58 |
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$ |
0.43 |
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$ |
0.75 |
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$ |
0.75 |
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Diluted |
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0.55 |
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0.40 |
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0.71 |
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0.71 |
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Diluted, adjusted (i) |
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0.55 |
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0.21 |
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0.71 |
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0.52 |
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Dividend |
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0.05 |
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0.04 |
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0.10 |
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0.08 |
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Weighted average number of paid common
shares outstanding (in thousands) |
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353,691 |
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351,132 |
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353,050 |
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350,536 |
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Average uranium spot price for the period (US$/lb) |
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$ |
125.83 |
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$ |
43.42 |
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$ |
105.42 |
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$ |
41.19 |
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Sales volumes |
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Uranium (in thousands lbs U3O8) |
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11,232 |
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5,563 |
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17,507 |
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17,554 |
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Fuel services (tU) |
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|
3,773 |
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4,294 |
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6,163 |
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7,626 |
|
Gold (troy ounces) |
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|
156,000 |
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|
169,000 |
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283,000 |
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|
341,000 |
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Electricity (TWh) |
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2.0 |
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2.1 |
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3.7 |
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4.2 |
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Note: Currency amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars unless stated otherwise.
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Camecos |
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Three Months Ended |
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Six Months Ended |
Cameco Production |
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Share |
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Jun 30/07 |
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Jun 30/06 |
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Jun 30/07 |
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Jun 30/06 |
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Uranium production (in thousands lbs U3O8) |
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McArthur River |
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69.8 |
% |
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3,899 |
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3,250 |
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6,591 |
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5,945 |
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Rabbit Lake |
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100.0 |
% |
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989 |
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1,615 |
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2,118 |
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2,596 |
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Crow Butte |
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|
100.0 |
% |
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|
192 |
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179 |
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|
381 |
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|
366 |
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Smith Ranch Highland |
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100.0 |
% |
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|
515 |
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|
404 |
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1,001 |
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|
767 |
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Total |
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5,595 |
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5,448 |
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10,091 |
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9,674 |
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Fuel services (tU) |
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100.0 |
% |
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3,159 |
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2,431 |
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7,056 |
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5,780 |
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Gold (troy ounces) |
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Kumtor |
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100.0 |
% |
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83,000 |
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|
100,000 |
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|
149,000 |
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|
|
189,000 |
|
Boroo |
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100.0 |
% |
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|
70,000 |
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|
|
65,000 |
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|
137,000 |
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|
|
130,000 |
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|
Total |
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|
|
153,000 |
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|
165,000 |
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|
|
286,000 |
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|
319,000 |
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|
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(i) |
|
Net earnings for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2006 have been adjusted to
exclude $73 million ($0.19 per share diluted) in net earnings related to the recovery of taxes due
to tax legislation changes enacted by the provincial and federal governments. Adjusted net
earnings is a non-GAAP measure. Cameco believes the exclusion of this item provides a more
meaningful basis for period-to-period comparisons of the Companys financial results. |
Cameco Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Earnings
(Unaudited)
(In Thousands)
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(as adjusted - |
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(as adjusted - |
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|
|
note 1(b)) |
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|
note 1(b)) |
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
Six Months Ended |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Revenue from |
|
|
|
|
|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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Products and services |
|
$ |
725,421 |
|
|
$ |
417,397 |
|
|
$ |
1,134,758 |
|
|
$ |
959,337 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Products and services sold |
|
|
340,321 |
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|
|
245,860 |
|
|
|
596,201 |
|
|
|
547,777 |
|
Depreciation, depletion and reclamation |
|
|
75,880 |
|
|
|
44,005 |
|
|
|
122,526 |
|
|
|
94,573 |
|
Administration |
|
|
39,541 |
|
|
|
33,216 |
|
|
|
77,330 |
|
|
|
71,795 |
|
Exploration |
|
|
15,224 |
|
|
|
12,007 |
|
|
|
29,731 |
|
|
|
24,792 |
|
Cigar Lake remediation |
|
|
7,286 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
18,659 |
|
|
|
|
|
Research and development |
|
|
1,085 |
|
|
|
585 |
|
|
|
1,837 |
|
|
|
1,326 |
|
Interest and other [note 8] |
|
|
(9,713 |
) |
|
|
(7,675 |
) |
|
|
(11,106 |
) |
|
|
(8,074 |
) |
Gain on sale of assets [note 9] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,727 |
) |
|
|
(4,893 |
) |
|
|
(1,961 |
) |
|
|
|
|
469,624 |
|
|
|
326,271 |
|
|
|
830,285 |
|
|
|
730,228 |
|
|
Earnings from operations |
|
|
255,797 |
|
|
|
91,126 |
|
|
|
304,473 |
|
|
|
229,109 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other expense [note 10] |
|
|
(1,657 |
) |
|
|
(1,513 |
) |
|
|
(2,556 |
) |
|
|
(3,912 |
) |
|
Earnings before income taxes and minority interest |
|
|
254,140 |
|
|
|
89,613 |
|
|
|
301,917 |
|
|
|
225,197 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income tax expense (recovery) [note 11] |
|
|
38,843 |
|
|
|
(77,405 |
) |
|
|
23,340 |
|
|
|
(64,802 |
) |
Minority interest |
|
|
10,420 |
|
|
|
16,595 |
|
|
|
15,196 |
|
|
|
27,367 |
|
|
Net earnings |
|
$ |
204,877 |
|
|
$ |
150,423 |
|
|
$ |
263,381 |
|
|
$ |
262,632 |
|
|
Basic earnings per common share [note 12] |
|
$ |
0.58 |
|
|
$ |
0.43 |
|
|
$ |
0.75 |
|
|
$ |
0.75 |
|
|
Diluted earnings per common share [note 12] |
|
$ |
0.55 |
|
|
$ |
0.40 |
|
|
$ |
0.71 |
|
|
$ |
0.71 |
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
Cameco Corporation
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(Unaudited)
(In Thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
note 1(a)) |
|
|
As At |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Dec 31/06 |
|
Assets |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current assets |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash |
|
$ |
369,007 |
|
|
$ |
334,089 |
|
Accounts receivable |
|
|
328,011 |
|
|
|
402,847 |
|
Inventories |
|
|
433,200 |
|
|
|
416,479 |
|
Supplies and prepaid expenses |
|
|
228,634 |
|
|
|
191,831 |
|
Current portion of long-term receivables, investments and other [note 4] |
|
|
112,508 |
|
|
|
9,178 |
|
|
|
|
|
1,471,360 |
|
|
|
1,354,424 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Property, plant and equipment |
|
|
3,380,978 |
|
|
|
3,312,152 |
|
Long-term receivables, investments and other [note 4] |
|
|
323,326 |
|
|
|
293,714 |
|
Goodwill |
|
|
164,387 |
|
|
|
180,139 |
|
|
|
|
|
3,868,691 |
|
|
|
3,786,005 |
|
|
Total assets |
|
$ |
5,340,051 |
|
|
$ |
5,140,429 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Liabilities and Shareholders Equity |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current liabilities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities |
|
$ |
352,333 |
|
|
$ |
392,679 |
|
Dividends payable |
|
|
17,696 |
|
|
|
14,092 |
|
Current portion of long-term debt |
|
|
8,342 |
|
|
|
7,900 |
|
Current portion of other liabilities [note 5] |
|
|
33,052 |
|
|
|
40,737 |
|
Future income taxes |
|
|
89,828 |
|
|
|
46,289 |
|
|
|
|
|
501,251 |
|
|
|
501,697 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt |
|
|
686,878 |
|
|
|
696,691 |
|
Provision for reclamation |
|
|
227,910 |
|
|
|
228,496 |
|
Other liabilities [note 5] |
|
|
225,410 |
|
|
|
232,641 |
|
Future income taxes |
|
|
282,321 |
|
|
|
339,451 |
|
|
|
|
|
1,923,770 |
|
|
|
1,998,976 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Minority interest |
|
|
379,969 |
|
|
|
400,071 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholders equity |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Share capital |
|
|
840,688 |
|
|
|
812,769 |
|
Contributed surplus |
|
|
543,718 |
|
|
|
540,173 |
|
Retained earnings |
|
|
1,661,564 |
|
|
|
1,428,206 |
|
Accumulated other comprehensive income [note 1] |
|
|
(9,658 |
) |
|
|
(39,766 |
) |
|
|
|
|
3,036,312 |
|
|
|
2,741,382 |
|
|
Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
|
$ |
5,340,051 |
|
|
$ |
5,140,429 |
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
Cameco Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders Equity
(Unaudited)
(In Thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
note 1) |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Share capital |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of period |
|
$ |
812,769 |
|
|
$ |
779,035 |
|
Stock option plan |
|
|
27,919 |
|
|
|
22,538 |
|
Debenture conversions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
55 |
|
|
Balance at end of period |
|
$ |
840,688 |
|
|
$ |
801,628 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Contributed surplus |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of period |
|
$ |
540,173 |
|
|
$ |
529,245 |
|
Stock-based compensation |
|
|
9,400 |
|
|
|
12,119 |
|
Options exercised |
|
|
(5,855 |
) |
|
|
(4,634 |
) |
Debenture conversions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(7 |
) |
|
Balance at end of period |
|
$ |
543,718 |
|
|
$ |
536,723 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Retained earnings |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of period |
|
$ |
1,428,206 |
|
|
$ |
1,108,748 |
|
Transition adjustment financial instruments [note 1] |
|
|
5,343 |
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
|
263,381 |
|
|
|
262,632 |
|
Dividends on common shares |
|
|
(35,366 |
) |
|
|
(28,083 |
) |
|
Balance at end of period |
|
$ |
1,661,564 |
|
|
$ |
1,343,297 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of period [note 1] |
|
$ |
(39,766 |
) |
|
$ |
(53,397 |
) |
Transition adjustment financial instruments [note 1] |
|
|
38,839 |
|
|
|
|
|
Net change in foreign currency translation adjustments |
|
|
(87,608 |
) |
|
|
(25,958 |
) |
Net change in gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges |
|
|
78,877 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at end of period |
|
$ |
(9,658 |
) |
|
$ |
(79,355 |
) |
|
Total retained earnings and accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) |
|
$ |
1,651,906 |
|
|
$ |
1,263,942 |
|
|
Shareholders equity at end of period |
|
$ |
3,036,312 |
|
|
$ |
2,602,293 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at end of period consists of: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Unrealized foreign currency translation losses |
|
$ |
(127,374 |
) |
|
$ |
(79,355 |
) |
Gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges |
|
|
117,716 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at end of period |
|
$ |
(9,658 |
) |
|
$ |
(79,355 |
) |
|
Cameco Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
(Unaudited)
(In Thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
note 1) |
|
|
|
|
|
note 1) |
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
Six Months Ended |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Comprehensive income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
$ |
204,877 |
|
|
$ |
150,423 |
|
|
$ |
263,381 |
|
|
$ |
262,632 |
|
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Unrealized foreign currency translation losses |
|
|
(78,176 |
) |
|
|
(30,427 |
) |
|
|
(87,608 |
) |
|
|
(25,958 |
) |
|
Net gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges |
|
|
98,041 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
95,721 |
|
|
|
|
|
Net
gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges transferred to net earnings |
|
|
(8,980 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(16,844 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
Other comprehensive income (loss) |
|
|
10,885 |
|
|
|
(30,427 |
) |
|
|
(8,731 |
) |
|
|
(25,958 |
) |
|
Total comprehensive income |
|
$ |
215,762 |
|
|
$ |
119,996 |
|
|
$ |
254,650 |
|
|
$ |
236,674 |
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
(In Thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
note 1(b)) |
|
|
|
|
|
note 1(b)) |
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
Six Months Ended |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
Operating activities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
$ |
204,877 |
|
|
$ |
150,423 |
|
|
$ |
263,381 |
|
|
$ |
262,632 |
|
Items not requiring (providing) cash: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation, depletion and reclamation |
|
|
75,880 |
|
|
|
44,005 |
|
|
|
122,526 |
|
|
|
94,573 |
|
Provision for future taxes [note 11] |
|
|
(15,496 |
) |
|
|
(97,283 |
) |
|
|
(66,546 |
) |
|
|
(115,380 |
) |
Deferred revenue recognized |
|
|
(21,030 |
) |
|
|
(20,034 |
) |
|
|
(23,748 |
) |
|
|
(25,802 |
) |
Unrealized gains on derivatives |
|
|
(12,164 |
) |
|
|
(2,547 |
) |
|
|
(13,804 |
) |
|
|
(2,715 |
) |
Stock-based compensation [note 13] |
|
|
2,355 |
|
|
|
2,758 |
|
|
|
9,400 |
|
|
|
12,119 |
|
Gain on sale of assets [note 9] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,727 |
) |
|
|
(4,893 |
) |
|
|
(1,961 |
) |
Equity in loss of associated companies [note 10] |
|
|
2,193 |
|
|
|
1,513 |
|
|
|
3,092 |
|
|
|
3,912 |
|
Minority interest |
|
|
10,420 |
|
|
|
16,595 |
|
|
|
15,196 |
|
|
|
27,367 |
|
Other operating items [note 14] |
|
|
(91,699 |
) |
|
|
(53,770 |
) |
|
|
(10,506 |
) |
|
|
70,802 |
|
|
Cash provided by operations |
|
|
155,336 |
|
|
|
39,933 |
|
|
|
294,098 |
|
|
|
325,547 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Investing activities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Acquisition of net business assets, net of cash acquired |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(83,856 |
) |
Additions to property, plant and equipment |
|
|
(115,822 |
) |
|
|
(103,937 |
) |
|
|
(228,142 |
) |
|
|
(199,331 |
) |
Increase in long-term receivables, investments and other |
|
|
(10,800 |
) |
|
|
(11,168 |
) |
|
|
(10,463 |
) |
|
|
(25,450 |
) |
Proceeds on sale of property, plant and equipment |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,384 |
|
|
|
4,892 |
|
|
|
1,575 |
|
|
Cash used in investing |
|
|
(126,622 |
) |
|
|
(113,721 |
) |
|
|
(233,713 |
) |
|
|
(307,062 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Financing activities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Decrease in debt |
|
|
(4,851 |
) |
|
|
(1,700 |
) |
|
|
(3,871 |
) |
|
|
(153,300 |
) |
Increase in debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
6,320 |
|
|
|
9,500 |
|
Short-term financing |
|
|
10,949 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
10,949 |
|
|
|
|
|
Issue of shares |
|
|
6,559 |
|
|
|
3,949 |
|
|
|
21,951 |
|
|
|
17,904 |
|
Dividends |
|
|
(17,671 |
) |
|
|
(14,037 |
) |
|
|
(31,763 |
) |
|
|
(24,524 |
) |
|
Cash provided by (used in) financing |
|
|
(5,014 |
) |
|
|
(11,788 |
) |
|
|
3,586 |
|
|
|
(150,420 |
) |
|
Increase (decrease) in cash during the period |
|
|
23,700 |
|
|
|
(85,576 |
) |
|
|
63,971 |
|
|
|
(131,935 |
) |
Exchange rate changes on foreign currency cash balances |
|
|
(26,922 |
) |
|
|
(10,930 |
) |
|
|
(29,053 |
) |
|
|
(10,561 |
) |
Cash at beginning of period |
|
|
372,229 |
|
|
|
577,203 |
|
|
|
334,089 |
|
|
|
623,193 |
|
|
Cash at end of period |
|
$ |
369,007 |
|
|
$ |
480,697 |
|
|
$ |
369,007 |
|
|
$ |
480,697 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Supplemental cash flow disclosure |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Interest paid |
|
$ |
11,274 |
|
|
$ |
9,695 |
|
|
$ |
23,854 |
|
|
$ |
22,147 |
|
Income taxes paid |
|
$ |
31,973 |
|
|
$ |
14,512 |
|
|
$ |
108,302 |
|
|
$ |
54,993 |
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
1. |
|
Accounting Policies |
|
|
|
These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Canadian
generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and follow the same accounting principles
and methods of application as the most recent annual consolidated financial statements
except for the recent accounting standards adopted described in (a). Since the interim
financial statements do not include all disclosures required by GAAP, they should be read in
conjunction with Camecos annual consolidated financial statements included in the 2006
annual financial review. Certain comparative figures for the prior period have been
reclassified to conform to the current periods presentation. |
|
(a) |
|
Financial Instruments Recognition and Measurement, Hedges and Comprehensive
Income |
|
|
|
|
On January 1, 2007, Cameco adopted the standards issued by the Canadian Institute of
Chartered Accountants (CICA) relating to financial instruments, hedges and other
comprehensive income, as described in note 3(a) of the consolidated financial statements
for the year ended December 31, 2006. In accordance with the new standards, prior
periods have not been restated except for the new accounting policies affecting the
cumulative translation account (note 1(a)(iv)). |
|
|
|
|
On January 1, 2007, Cameco recognized all of its financial assets and liabilities in the
Consolidated Balance Sheets according to their classification. Any adjustment made to a
previous carrying amount was recognized as an adjustment to the balance of retained
earnings at that date or as the opening balance of accumulated other comprehensive
income (AOCI), net of income taxes. Cameco has added two new statements to the
consolidated financial statements entitled Consolidated Statements of Shareholders
Equity and Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. |
|
(i) |
|
Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities |
|
|
|
|
All financial assets and liabilities will be carried at fair value in the
Consolidated Balance Sheets, except for items classified in the following categories,
which will be carried at amortized cost: loans and receivables, held-to-maturity
securities and financial liabilities not held for trading. Realized and unrealized
gains and losses on financial assets and liabilities that are held for trading will
be recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings. Unrealized gains and losses
on financial assets that are available for sale will be reported in other
comprehensive income (OCI) until realized, at which time they will be recorded in
the Consolidated Statements of Earnings. On transition, there was no impact to Cameco
as the accounting was either unchanged or the area was not applicable at January 1,
2007. |
|
|
|
|
Other significant accounting implications arising upon the adoption of the financial
instrument standards includes the use of the effective interest method of
amortization for any transaction costs or fees, premiums or discounts earned or
incurred for financial instruments measured at amortized cost. On transition, there
was no impact to Cameco on the amortization of these fees although applicable issue
costs, which were previously recognized as deferred charges, were reclassified to
their related financial liabilities. As a result, on transition Cameco recorded a net
decrease in long-term receivables, investments and other of $7,372,000 and a decrease
in long-term debt of $7,372,000. |
|
|
|
|
The fair market value of Camecos financial assets and liabilities approximates the
carrying amount as a result of the short-term nature of the instruments, or the
variable interest rate associated with the instruments, or the fixed interest rate of
the instruments being similar to market rates. |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
(ii) |
|
Financial Instruments Risk Management |
|
|
|
The majority of revenues at Cameco are derived from the sale of uranium products,
electricity through its investment in Bruce Power L.P. (BPLP), and gold through its
investment in Centerra Gold Inc. (Centerra). Camecos uranium product financial
results are closely related to the long and short-term market price of uranium sales
and conversion services. Prices fluctuate and can be affected by demand for nuclear
power, worldwide production and uranium levels, and political and economic conditions
in uranium producing and consuming countries. BPLPs revenue from electricity is
affected by changes in electricity prices associated with an open spot market for
electricity in Ontario. Centerras gold revenue is largely dependent on the market
price of gold, which can be affected by political and economic factors, industry
activity and the policies of central banks with respect to their level of gold held
as reserves. Financial results for Cameco are also impacted by changes in foreign
currency exchange rates and other operating risks. Finally, certain financial assets
are subject to credit risks including cash and securities, accounts receivable, and
commodity and currency instruments. |
|
|
|
To mitigate risks associated with the fluctuations in the market price for uranium
products, Cameco seeks to maintain a portfolio of uranium product sales contracts
with a variety of delivery dates and pricing mechanisms that provide a degree of
protection from price volatility. To mitigate risks associated with the fluctuations
in the market price for electricity, BPLP enters into various energy and sales
related contracts that qualify as cash flow hedges as disclosed in note 1(a)(iii) and
note 3, derivatives. |
|
|
|
To mitigate risks associated with foreign currency on its sale of uranium products,
Cameco enters into forward sales contracts to establish a price for future delivery
of the foreign currency. The majority of the contracts qualify as a cash flow hedge
as disclosed in note 1(a)(iii) and note 3, derivatives. |
|
|
|
To mitigate risks associated with certain financial assets, Cameco will hold
positions with a variety of large creditworthy institutions. Sales of uranium
products, with short payment terms, are made to customers that management believes
are creditworthy. |
|
(iii) |
|
Hedge Accounting and Derivatives |
|
|
|
The purpose of hedging transactions is to modify Camecos exposure to one or more
risks by creating an offset between changes in the fair value of, or the cash flows
attributable to, the hedged item and the hedging item. Hedge accounting ensures that
the offsetting gains, losses, revenues and expenses are recognized to net earnings in
the same period or periods. When hedge accounting is appropriate, the hedging
relationship will be designated as a fair value hedge, a cash flow hedge, or a
foreign currency risk hedge related to a net investment in a self-sustaining foreign
operation. |
|
|
|
At the inception of a hedging relationship, Cameco formally documents all
relationships between hedging instruments and hedged items, as well as its risk
management objective and strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions. The
process includes linking all derivatives to specific assets and liabilities on the
balance sheet or to specific firm commitments or forecasted transactions. Cameco also
formally assesses, both at the inception and on an ongoing basis, whether the
derivatives that are used in hedging transactions are highly effective in offsetting
changes in fair values or cash flows of hedged items. |
|
|
|
For fair value hedges, changes in the fair value of the derivatives and corresponding
changes in fair value of the hedged items attributed to the risk being hedged will be
recognized in the consolidated statements of earnings. For cash flow hedges, the
effective portion of the changes in the fair values of the derivative instruments
will be recorded in OCI until the hedged items are recognized in the consolidated
statements of earnings. |
|
|
|
At January 1, 2007, Cameco did not have any fair value hedges or hedges of net
investments in self-sustaining foreign operations. Upon adoption of the new
standards, Cameco measured its cash flow hedges at fair value, which resulted in a
decrease in other liabilities of $1,444,000 and an increase in AOCI of $1,444,000
pre-tax. Cameco also recognized an increase in long-term receivables, investments and
other of $54,567,000 and an increase of $54,567,000 in AOCI pre-tax for BPLPs
various energy and sales related cash flow hedges. |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
|
|
|
Derivatives may be embedded in other financial instruments (the host instrument).
Prior to the adoption of the new standards, most embedded derivatives were not
accounted for separately from the host instrument except in cases such as Camecos
unsecured convertible debentures where the fair value of the option component was
reflected separately in contributed surplus. Under the new standards, embedded
derivatives are treated as separate derivatives when their economic characteristics
and risks are not clearly and closely related to those of the host instrument, the
terms of the embedded derivative are the same as those of a stand-alone derivative,
and the combined contract is not held for trading or designated at fair value. These
embedded derivatives are measured at fair value with subsequent changes recognized in
gains or losses on derivatives within interest and other on the consolidated
statement of earnings. |
|
|
|
|
Upon adoption of the new standards, Cameco recognized embedded foreign currency
derivatives on certain of its uranium products sales contracts. As a result, Cameco
recorded a net increase in long-term receivables, investments and other of $8,348,000
and an increase of $8,348,000 in retained earnings pre-tax. |
|
|
(iv) |
|
Cumulative Translation Account |
|
|
|
|
Prior to the adoption of the financial instrument standards at January 1, 2007,
exchange gains and losses arising from the translation of the financial statements of
a self-sustaining foreign operation were recorded in the cumulative translation
account as a separate component of shareholders equity. Upon adoption of the new
standards, the exchange gains and losses are to be recognized in a separate component
of other comprehensive income with restatement of prior periods. The effect of the
change in policy is to adjust the opening balance of AOCI by $53,397,000 and
eliminate the cumulative translation account. |
The following table summarizes the opening adjustments, gross and net of future income
taxes, required to adopt the new standards:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Retained Earnings |
|
|
AOCI |
|
(thousands) |
|
Gross |
|
|
Net |
|
|
Gross |
|
|
Net |
|
|
Cash flow hedges |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
56,011 |
|
|
$ |
38,839 |
|
Recognition of embedded derivatives on
sales contracts |
|
|
8,348 |
|
|
|
5,343 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net |
|
$ |
8,348 |
|
|
$ |
5,343 |
|
|
$ |
56,011 |
|
|
$ |
38,839 |
|
|
(b) |
|
Stock-Based Compensation |
|
|
|
In July 2006, the Emerging Issues Committee (EIC) issued abstract No. 162, Stock-Based
Compensation for Employees Eligible to Retire Before the Vesting Date. This EIC
clarifies that the compensation cost attributable to options and awards, granted to
employees who are eligible to retire or will become eligible to retire during the
vesting period, should be recognized immediately if the employee is eligible to retire
on the grant date or over the period between the grant date to the date the employee
becomes eligible to retire. This EIC requires retroactive application to all stock-based
compensation awards accounted for in accordance with the CICA Handbook Section 3870,
Stock-Based Compensation and Other Stock-Based Payments. This differs from the current
practice that recognizes the expense over the period from the grant date to the vesting
date. |
|
|
|
The effect of the change in policy on the statement of earnings for the quarter ended
June 30, 2006 was a $1,753,000 increase in earnings ($0.01 per share) while the effect
for the six months ended June 30, 2006 was a $3,487,000 reduction in earnings ($0.01 per
share). |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
2. |
|
New Accounting Pronouncements |
|
(a) |
|
Inventories |
|
|
|
|
In May 2007, the Accounting Standards Board issued Handbook Section 3031, Inventories,
which supersedes Handbook Section 3030 and converges with the IASBs recently amended
standard IAS 2, Inventories. |
|
|
|
|
The standard introduces significant changes to the measurement and disclosure of
inventory. The measurement changes include; the elimination of LIFO, the requirement to
measure inventories at the lower of cost and net realizable value, the allocation of
overhead based on normal capacity, the use of the specific cost method for inventories
that are not ordinarily interchangeable or goods and services produced for specific
purposes, the requirement for an entity to use a consistent cost formula for inventory
of a similar nature and use, and the reversal of previous write-downs to net realizable
value when there is a subsequent increase in the value of inventories. Disclosures of
inventories have also been enhanced. Inventory policies, carrying amounts, amounts
recognized as an expense, write-downs and the reversals of write-downs are required to
be disclosed. |
|
|
|
|
This new standard will apply to Cameco effective January 1, 2008. Cameco is assessing
the impact this standard will have on its consolidated financial statements. |
3. |
|
Derivatives |
|
|
|
The following table summarizes the fair value of derivatives and classification on the June
30, 2007 balance sheet: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(thousands) |
|
Cameco |
|
|
BPLP |
|
|
Total |
|
|
Non-hedge derivatives: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Embedded
derivatives sales contracts |
|
$ |
11,698 |
|
|
$ |
3,144 |
|
|
$ |
14,842 |
|
Foreign currency contracts |
|
|
(8,614 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(8,614 |
) |
Cash flow hedges: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Foreign currency contracts |
|
|
92,958 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
92,958 |
|
Energy and sales contracts |
|
|
|
|
|
|
56,883 |
|
|
|
56,883 |
|
|
Net |
|
$ |
96,042 |
|
|
$ |
60,027 |
|
|
$ |
156,069 |
|
|
Classification: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current portion of long-term receivables, investments
and other [note 4] |
|
$ |
75,734 |
|
|
$ |
29,293 |
|
|
$ |
105,027 |
|
Long-term receivables, investments and other [note 4] |
|
|
36,385 |
|
|
|
31,105 |
|
|
|
67,490 |
|
Current portion of other liabilities [note 5] |
|
|
(13,602 |
) |
|
|
(267 |
) |
|
|
(13,869 |
) |
Other liabilities [note 5] |
|
|
(2,475 |
) |
|
|
(104 |
) |
|
|
(2,579 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
96,042 |
|
|
$ |
60,027 |
|
|
$ |
156,069 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The following tables summarize different components of the (gains) and losses on derivatives: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the three months ended June 30, 2007 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(thousands) |
|
Cameco |
|
BPLP |
|
Total |
|
Non-hedge derivatives: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Embedded
derivatives sales contracts |
|
$ |
(3,371 |
) |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(3,371 |
) |
Foreign currency contracts |
|
|
1,975 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,975 |
|
Energy and sales contracts |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,372 |
) |
|
|
(2,372 |
) |
Cash flow hedges: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Energy and sales contracts |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,401 |
) |
|
|
(2,401 |
) |
Ongoing hedge inefficiency |
|
|
(5,545 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(5,545 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
(6,941 |
) |
|
$ |
(4,773 |
) |
|
$ |
(11,714 |
) |
|
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
For the six months ended June 30, 2007
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(thousands) |
|
Cameco |
|
|
BPLP |
|
|
Total |
|
|
Non-hedge derivatives: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Embedded
derivatives sales contracts |
|
$ |
(4,080 |
) |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(4,080 |
) |
Foreign currency contracts |
|
|
5,255 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5,255 |
|
Energy and sales contracts |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(3,160 |
) |
|
|
(3,160 |
) |
Cash flow hedges: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Energy and sales contracts |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,401 |
) |
|
|
(2,401 |
) |
Ongoing hedge inefficiency |
|
|
(6,190 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(6,190 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
(5,015 |
) |
|
$ |
(5,561 |
) |
|
$ |
(10,576 |
) |
|
|
|
Over the next twelve months, based on current exchange rates, Cameco expects an estimated
$47,200,000 of pre-tax gains from the foreign currency cash flow hedges to be reclassified
through other comprehensive income to net earnings. The maximum length of time Cameco is
hedging its exposure to the variability in future cash flows related to foreign currency on
anticipated transactions is five years. |
|
|
|
Over the next twelve months, based on current prices, Cameco expects an estimated
$27,940,000 of pre-tax gains from BPLPs various energy and sales related cash flow hedges
to be reclassified through other comprehensive income to net earnings. The maximum length of
time BPLP is hedging its exposure to the variability in future cash flows related to
electricity prices on anticipated transactions is five years. |
|
4. |
|
Long-Term Receivables, Investments and Other |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
As At |
|
|
|
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Dec 31/06 |
|
|
BPLP |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Capital lease receivable from Bruce A L.P. |
|
$ |
97,422 |
|
|
$ |
97,518 |
|
Derivatives [note 3] |
|
|
60,398 |
|
|
|
|
|
Receivable from Ontario Power Generation |
|
|
7,142 |
|
|
|
11,281 |
|
Accrued pension benefit asset |
|
|
10,809 |
|
|
|
11,992 |
|
Kumtor Gold Company |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Reclamation trust fund |
|
|
6,520 |
|
|
|
6,999 |
|
Investments in associated companies |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Investment in UNOR Inc. (market value $8,430) |
|
|
8,201 |
|
|
|
8,893 |
|
Investment in UEX Corporation (market value $291,038) |
|
|
16,745 |
|
|
|
19,151 |
|
Derivatives [note 3] |
|
|
112,119 |
|
|
|
433 |
|
Deferred charges |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cost of sales |
|
|
40,501 |
|
|
|
75,854 |
|
Debt issue costs [note 1] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
7,372 |
|
Investment in Huron Wind L.P. |
|
|
2,263 |
|
|
|
2,340 |
|
Advances receivable |
|
|
60,316 |
|
|
|
46,094 |
|
Accrued pension benefit asset |
|
|
7,011 |
|
|
|
7,889 |
|
Other |
|
|
6,387 |
|
|
|
7,076 |
|
|
|
|
|
435,834 |
|
|
|
302,892 |
|
Less current portion |
|
|
(112,508 |
) |
|
|
(9,178 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
323,326 |
|
|
$ |
293,714 |
|
|
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
As At |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Dec 31/06 |
|
|
Deferred sales |
|
$ |
95,268 |
|
|
$ |
107,330 |
|
Derivatives [note 3] |
|
|
16,077 |
|
|
|
10,127 |
|
Deferred currency hedges [note 1] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
26,333 |
|
Accrued post-retirement benefit liability |
|
|
13,277 |
|
|
|
12,166 |
|
Zircatec acquisition holdback |
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
20,000 |
|
BPLP |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accrued post-retirement benefit liability |
|
|
97,348 |
|
|
|
86,856 |
|
Derivatives [note 3] |
|
|
371 |
|
|
|
|
|
Deferred revenue electricity contracts |
|
|
428 |
|
|
|
856 |
|
Other |
|
|
25,693 |
|
|
|
9,710 |
|
|
|
|
|
258,462 |
|
|
|
273,378 |
|
Less current portion |
|
|
(33,052 |
) |
|
|
(40,737 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
225,410 |
|
|
$ |
232,641 |
|
|
6. |
|
Long-Term Debt |
|
|
|
The fair value of the outstanding convertible debentures based on the quoted market price of
the debentures at June 30, 2007 was approximately $1,147,130,000. |
|
|
|
Cameco has arranged for a standby product loan facility with one of its customers. The
arrangement, which was finalized in 2006, allows Cameco to borrow up to 2,600,000 pounds
U3O8 equivalent over the period 2006 to 2008 with repayment in 2008
and 2009. Of this material, up to 1,000,000 kilograms of uranium can be borrowed in the form
of UF6. Any borrowings will be secured by letters of credit and are payable in
kind. Under the loan facility, standby fees of 2.25% are payable based on the market value
of the facility, and interest is payable on the market value of any amounts drawn at a rate
of 4.0%. Any borrowings will be secured by letters of credit and are payable in kind. |
|
|
|
Revenue from future deliveries to this counterparty (up to the limit of the loan facility)
will be deferred until the loan arrangement has been terminated, or if drawn upon, when the
loan is repaid and that portion of the facility is terminated. |
|
|
|
The market value of the available facility is based on the quoted market price of the
products at June 30, 2007 and was approximately $365,700,000 (US). As at June 30, 2007, the
company did not have any loan amount outstanding under the facility. |
|
|
|
Previously, Cameco had two other product loan arrangements with another one of its
customers. These arrangements had allowed Cameco to borrow up to 2,960,000 pounds
U3O8 equivalent. Of this material, up to 400,000 kilograms of uranium
could be borrowed in the form of UF6. During the quarter, Cameco terminated these
two arrangements. Cameco recognized in its earnings $41,645,000 of the revenues, and the
related costs, that had been deferred in 2006 and cancelled $150,000,000 (US) of related
letter of credit facilities. |
|
7. |
|
Share Capital |
|
(a) |
|
At June 30, 2007, there were 353,912,408 common shares outstanding. |
|
|
(b) |
|
Options in respect of 6,705,314 shares are outstanding under the stock option
plan and are exercisable up to 2017. Upon exercise of certain existing options,
additional options in respect of 24,300 shares would be granted. For the quarter ended
June 30, 2007, 482,492 options were exercised (2006 387,570). For the six months
ended June 30, 2007, 1,619,776 options were exercised (2006 1,731,814). |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Interest on long-term debt |
|
$ |
10,720 |
|
|
$ |
10,741 |
|
|
$ |
21,182 |
|
|
$ |
23,176 |
|
Other interest and financing charges |
|
|
2,895 |
|
|
|
379 |
|
|
|
5,728 |
|
|
|
835 |
|
Interest income |
|
|
(8,099 |
) |
|
|
(7,527 |
) |
|
|
(16,592 |
) |
|
|
(13,509 |
) |
Foreign exchange losses (gains) |
|
|
4,095 |
|
|
|
(353 |
) |
|
|
4,333 |
|
|
|
(170 |
) |
Gains on derivatives |
|
|
(11,714 |
) |
|
|
(3,108 |
) |
|
|
(10,576 |
) |
|
|
(2,715 |
) |
Capitalized interest |
|
|
(7,610 |
) |
|
|
(7,807 |
) |
|
|
(15,181 |
) |
|
|
(15,691 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
(9,713 |
) |
|
$ |
(7,675 |
) |
|
$ |
(11,106 |
) |
|
$ |
(8,074 |
) |
|
9. |
|
Gain on Sale of Assets |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Sale of geological data |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(4,391 |
) |
|
$ |
|
|
Other |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,727 |
) |
|
|
(502 |
) |
|
|
(1,961 |
) |
|
Net |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(1,727 |
) |
|
$ |
(4,893 |
) |
|
$ |
(1,961 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Equity in loss of associated companies |
|
$ |
(2,193 |
) |
|
$ |
(1,513 |
) |
|
$ |
(3,092 |
) |
|
$ |
(3,912 |
) |
Other |
|
|
536 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
536 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net |
|
$ |
(1,657 |
) |
|
$ |
(1,513 |
) |
|
$ |
(2,556 |
) |
|
$ |
(3,912 |
) |
|
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
11. |
|
Income Tax Expense (Recovery) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Earnings (loss) before income taxes and
minority interest |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Canada |
|
$ |
53,549 |
|
|
$ |
13,366 |
|
|
$ |
(60,779 |
) |
|
$ |
3,828 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
200,591 |
|
|
|
76,247 |
|
|
|
362,696 |
|
|
|
221,369 |
|
|
|
|
$ |
254,140 |
|
|
$ |
89,613 |
|
|
$ |
301,917 |
|
|
$ |
225,197 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current income taxes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Canada |
|
$ |
32,593 |
|
|
$ |
15,910 |
|
|
$ |
50,705 |
|
|
$ |
37,702 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
21,746 |
|
|
|
3,968 |
|
|
|
39,181 |
|
|
|
12,876 |
|
|
|
|
$ |
54,339 |
|
|
$ |
19,878 |
|
|
$ |
89,886 |
|
|
$ |
50,578 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Future income taxes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Canada |
|
$ |
(10,417 |
) |
|
$ |
(96,008 |
) |
|
$ |
(59,045 |
) |
|
$ |
(113,898 |
) |
Foreign |
|
|
(5,079 |
) |
|
|
(1,275 |
) |
|
|
(7,501 |
) |
|
|
(1,482 |
) |
|
|
|
$ |
(15,496 |
) |
|
$ |
(97,283 |
) |
|
$ |
(66,546 |
) |
|
$ |
(115,380 |
) |
|
Income tax expense (recovery) |
|
$ |
38,843 |
|
|
$ |
(77,405 |
) |
|
$ |
23,340 |
|
|
$ |
(64,802 |
) |
|
In March, the federal government introduced amendments to the Canadian Income Tax Act that
provide for a 0.5% reduction in the general corporate income tax rate. The federal tax rate
will decline in 2011 from 19% to 18.5%. This legislation was substantively enacted in June.
Under Canadian accounting rules, the cumulative effect of a change in income tax legislation
on future income tax assets and liabilities is included in a companys financial statements
in the period of substantive enactment. Accordingly, Cameco reduced its balance sheet
provision for future income taxes and recognized a non-cash income tax adjustment of
$3,000,000 ($0.01 per share diluted) in the second quarter of 2007.
Other comprehensive income included on the consolidated statement of shareholders equity
and the consolidated statement of comprehensive income is presented net of income taxes.
The following income tax amounts are included in each component of other comprehensive
income:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Net gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges |
|
|
$ 46,655 |
|
|
|
$ 45,562 |
|
Net gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges transferred
to net earnings |
|
|
(4,057 |
) |
|
|
(7,604 |
) |
|
Total income tax expense included in OCI |
|
|
$ 42,598 |
|
|
|
$ 37,958 |
|
|
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(as adjusted - |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
note 1(b)) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
note 1(b)) |
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Basic earnings per share computation |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
$ |
204,877 |
|
|
$ |
150,423 |
|
|
$ |
263,381 |
|
|
$ |
262,632 |
|
Weighted average common shares
outstanding |
|
|
353,691 |
|
|
|
351,132 |
|
|
|
353,050 |
|
|
|
350,536 |
|
|
Basic earnings per common share |
|
$ |
0.58 |
|
|
$ |
0.43 |
|
|
$ |
0.75 |
|
|
$ |
0.75 |
|
|
Diluted earnings per share computation |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
$ |
204,877 |
|
|
$ |
150,423 |
|
|
$ |
263,381 |
|
|
$ |
262,632 |
|
Dilutive effect of: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Convertible debentures |
|
|
2,399 |
|
|
|
2,241 |
|
|
|
4,797 |
|
|
|
4,483 |
|
|
Net earnings, assuming dilution |
|
$ |
207,276 |
|
|
$ |
152,664 |
|
|
$ |
268,178 |
|
|
$ |
267,115 |
|
|
Weighted average common shares outstanding |
|
|
353,691 |
|
|
|
351,132 |
|
|
|
353,050 |
|
|
|
350,536 |
|
Dilutive effect of: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Convertible debentures |
|
|
21,209 |
|
|
|
21,209 |
|
|
|
21,209 |
|
|
|
21,209 |
|
Stock options |
|
|
3,694 |
|
|
|
4,642 |
|
|
|
3,697 |
|
|
|
4,769 |
|
|
Weighted average common shares
outstanding, assuming dilution |
|
|
378,594 |
|
|
|
376,983 |
|
|
|
377,956 |
|
|
|
376,514 |
|
|
Diluted earnings per common share |
|
$ |
0.55 |
|
|
$ |
0.40 |
|
|
$ |
0.71 |
|
|
$ |
0.71 |
|
|
13. |
|
Stock-Based Compensation |
|
|
|
Stock Option Plan |
|
|
|
Cameco has established a stock option plan under which
options to purchase common shares may be granted to officers and other employees of Cameco. The options vest over
three years and expire eight years from the date granted. Options granted prior to 1999
expire 10 years from the date of the grant of the option. |
|
|
|
The aggregate number of common shares that may be issued pursuant to the Cameco stock option
plan shall not exceed 43,017,198, of which 23,949,489 shares have been issued. |
|
|
|
Cameco records compensation expense with an offsetting credit to contributed surplus to
reflect the estimated fair value of stock options granted to employees. For the quarter
ended June 30, 2007, the amount recorded was $2,355,000 (2006 $2,758,000). For the six
months ended June 30, 2007, the amount recorded was $9,400,000 (2006 $12,119,000). |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
The fair value of the options issued was determined using the Black-Scholes
option-pricing model with the following assumptions:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Number of options granted |
|
|
973,475 |
|
|
|
1,519,830 |
|
Average strike price |
|
$ |
46.82 |
|
|
$ |
41.03 |
|
Expected dividend |
|
$ |
0.20 |
|
|
$ |
0.16 |
|
Expected volatility |
|
|
36 |
% |
|
|
35 |
% |
Risk-free interest rate |
|
|
4.0 |
% |
|
|
4.0 |
% |
Expected life of option |
|
3.5 years |
|
4 years |
Expected forfeitures |
|
|
15 |
% |
|
|
15 |
% |
Weighted average grant date fair values |
|
$ |
14.30 |
|
|
$ |
13.19 |
|
|
|
|
Amendment to Stock Option Plan |
|
|
|
On July 27, 2007, Camecos board of directors approved an amendment to the companys stock
option program introducing a cash settlement feature for the exercise of employee stock
options. |
|
|
|
Due to the introduction of the cash settlement feature, we will be required to classify the
stock options as liabilities rather than as equity. As a result, we will record an expense
of approximately $103,000,000 in the third quarter based upon a $43.00 closing price of the
common shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange on July 27, 2007. A corresponding recovery of
future income taxes of approximately $39,000,000 will also be recorded in the third quarter
of 2007. At future reporting dates, the liability for the outstanding stock options subject
to cash settlement will be remeasured using the companys share price at the balance sheet
date. |
|
|
|
As at July 27, 2007, Cameco had approximately 6,700,000 options outstanding, of which
approximately 3,800,000 were vested. |
|
14. |
|
Statements of Cash Flows |
|
|
|
Other Operating Items |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
|
Six Months Ended |
|
(thousands) |
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Jun 30/07 |
|
|
Jun 30/06 |
|
|
Inventories |
|
$ |
6,066 |
|
|
$ |
(46,858 |
) |
|
$ |
(45,507 |
) |
|
$ |
(20,318 |
) |
Accounts receivable |
|
|
(124,089 |
) |
|
|
4,512 |
|
|
|
99,435 |
|
|
|
98,563 |
|
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities |
|
|
34,501 |
|
|
|
5,340 |
|
|
|
(50,787 |
) |
|
|
(9,515 |
) |
Other |
|
|
(8,177 |
) |
|
|
(16,764 |
) |
|
|
(13,647 |
) |
|
|
2,072 |
|
|
Total |
|
$ |
(91,699 |
) |
|
$ |
(53,770 |
) |
|
$ |
(10,506 |
) |
|
$ |
70,802 |
|
|
15. |
|
Commitments and Contingencies |
|
|
|
The following represent the material legal claims against the company and its subsidiaries. |
|
(a) |
|
On February 12, 2004, Cameco, Cameco Bruce Holdings II Inc., BPC Generation
Infrastructure Trust and TransCanada Pipelines Limited (collectively, the Consortium)
sent a letter to British Energy Limited and British Energy International Holdings
Limited (collectively, BE) requesting, amongst other things, indemnification for
breach of a representation and warranty contained in the February 14, 2003 Amended and
Restated Master Purchase Agreement. The alleged breach is that the Unit 8 steam
generators were not in good condition, repair and proper working order, having regard
to their use and age. This defect was discovered during a planned outage conducted
just after closing. As a result of this defect, the planned outage had to be
significantly extended. The Consortium has claimed damages in the amount of
$64,558,200 being 79.8% of the $80,900,000 of damages actually incurred, plus an
unspecified amount to take into account the reduced operating life of the steam
generators. A decision to proceed with arbitration has been made but formal
commencement of proceedings has not taken place because counsel for the Consortium and
BE have yet to agree on the composition of the arbitration panel. |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
|
|
In anticipation of this claim, BE issued on February 10, 2006 and then served on Ontario
Power Generation Inc. and Bruce Power LP a Statement of Claim. This Statement of Claim
seeks damages for any amounts that BE is found liable to pay to the Consortium in
connection with the Unit 8 steam generator arbitration described above, damages in the
amount of $500,000,000, costs and pre and post judgment interest amongst other things.
A decision to proceed with arbitration and an agreement with BEs counsel to approach a
sole arbitrator has been made. It is anticipated that a meeting with the potential
arbitrator will take place in the next few weeks and, assuming that he is prepared to
act as arbitrator, that a schedule for the arbitration will then be set. |
|
|
|
Management is of the opinion, after review of the facts with counsel, that this action
against Bruce Power LP will not have a material financial impact on Camecos financial
position, results of operations and liquidity. |
|
(b) |
|
During the first quarter of 2007, the Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic
accepted in the first reading and returned to committee for further deliberation draft
legislation that, among other things, challenges the legal validity of Kumtor Gold
Company (Kumtor) agreements with the Kyrgyz Republic, proposes recovery of additional
taxes on amounts relating to past activities, and provides for the transfer of gold
deposits (including Kumtor) to a state-owned entity. If the law is enacted, there
would be a substantial risk of harm to Centerras rights and therefore the value of
Camecos investment in Centerra. Cameco expects the draft bill to be the subject of
extensive discussion and parliamentary procedure before being considered for further
approval, if at all. The bill was on the parliamentary agenda for its May session,
which began May 21, 2007, but was not brought forward for discussion. Currently this
action has no legislative effect and does not interfere with Centerras operations in
the country. |
|
|
|
Cameco, Centerra and the Kyrgyz government held discussions in Bishkek from July 16 to
20, 2007. Cameco and the Kyrgyz government working group have presented their views of
the Kumtor project and their positions regarding material economic terms for settlement
of all disputes. The parties agreed to report the results of this round of discussions
to their respective Boards, Prime Minister and the President of the Republic and to
consider the proposals in greater detail. If the issues between the Kyrgyz Republic,
Cameco and Centerra are not resolved to their mutual satisfaction, the risks to Centerra
and Cameco will increase. We are uncertain if an agreement can be reached to resolve
these issues. We expect that the parties will resume discussions in the near future. |
|
(c) |
|
Pursuant to an agreement between Centerra Gold Mongolia Limited (CGM) and
Gatsuurt LLC, an unrelated Mongolian company, under which CGM acquired the Gatsuurt
licenses, CGM agreed to transfer the principal license covering the Gatsuurt property
to Gatsuurt LLC if CGM did not complete a feasibility study by December 31, 2005. CGM
completed a feasibility study in December 2005. Gatsuurt LLC informed Centerra that it
does not believe that CGM complied with its obligation and began proceedings in the
Mongolian National Arbitration Court (MNAC) alleging non-compliance by CGM and
seeking the return of the principal license for the Gatsuurt property. CGM believes
that the Gatsuurt LLC claim is without merit and on July 10, 2007 filed a petition with
Mongolias District Court contesting the jurisdiction of the MNAC. On July 25, 2007,
the Mongolian District Court returned CGMs petition, without a decision on the
jurisdictional issue, to permit CGM to supplement its submissions. MNAC has suspended
its proceedings, pending a decision by the Mongolian District Court as to MNACs
jurisdiction. CGMs challenge to the jurisdiction of the MNAC may be unsuccessful,
resulting in the MNAC taking jurisdiction over the dispute. Any decision of the MNAC
may be final and binding on CGM. An appeal, if any, would likely be to the courts of
Mongolia. Even if the jurisdiction of the MNAC is successfully challenged, Gatsuurt
LLC may choose to continue to pursue its claim through the courts of Mongolia. |
|
(d) |
|
Centerra continues to advance negotiations regarding its Boroo Gold Company LLC
(Boroo) stability agreement with the Mongolian government amid strong nationalistic
sentiment in the country. No agreement has been reached. If the negotiations are not
successful, the government may threaten to terminate the stability agreement. Centerra
does not believe there is any valid basis for such termination. |
|
|
|
The Mongolian Minister of Finance has asserted that Boroo is subject to tax at the rate
of 20% effective January 1, 2007, rather than March 1, 2007, on the basis that
commercial production, and therefore the three-year tax exemption applicable to Boroo
under its stability agreement, began on January 1, 2004 rather than March 1, 2004.
Centerra disputes the Ministers claim. Centerra believes that this and other remaining
matters will be resolved as part of continuing negotiations on the Boroo stability
agreement. |
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
|
(e) |
|
Cameco, as a partner in BPLP, has provided the following financial assurances,
with varying terms to 2018: |
|
(i) |
|
Licensing assurances to Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission of up to
$133,300,000. At June 30, 2007, Camecos actual exposure under these assurances
was $23,700,000. |
|
|
(ii) |
|
Guarantees to customers under power sale agreements of up to
$47,000,000. Cameco did not have any actual exposure under these guarantees at
June 30, 2007. |
|
|
(iii) |
|
Termination payments to Ontario Power Generation Inc. pursuant to the
lease agreement of $58,300,000. |
16. |
|
Segmented Information |
|
|
|
For the three months ended June 30, 2007 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fuel |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Inter- |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Uranium |
|
|
Services |
|
|
Electricity |
|
|
Gold |
|
|
Segment |
|
|
Total |
|
|
Revenue |
|
$ |
457,861 |
|
|
$ |
64,268 |
|
|
$ |
97,668 |
|
|
$ |
117,298 |
|
|
$ |
(11,674 |
) |
|
$ |
725,421 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Products and services sold |
|
|
179,568 |
|
|
|
53,126 |
|
|
|
56,899 |
|
|
|
62,539 |
|
|
|
(11,811 |
) |
|
|
340,321 |
|
Depreciation, depletion and reclamation |
|
|
44,536 |
|
|
|
5,414 |
|
|
|
11,393 |
|
|
|
14,537 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
75,880 |
|
Exploration |
|
|
10,454 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,770 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
15,224 |
|
Cigar Lake remediation |
|
|
7,286 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
7,286 |
|
Research and development |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,085 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,085 |
|
Other expense |
|
|
2,178 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,178 |
|
Non-segmented expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
29,307 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Earnings before income taxes and
minority interest |
|
|
213,839 |
|
|
|
4,643 |
|
|
|
29,376 |
|
|
|
35,452 |
|
|
|
137 |
|
|
|
254,140 |
|
Income tax expense [note 11] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
38,843 |
|
Minority interest |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
10,420 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
204,877 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the three months ended June 30,
2006 (as adjusted note 1(b)) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fuel |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Inter- |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Uranium |
|
Services |
|
Electricity |
|
Gold |
|
Segment |
|
Total |
|
Revenue |
|
$ |
140,988 |
|
|
$ |
57,393 |
|
|
$ |
104,254 |
|
|
$ |
121,450 |
|
|
$ |
(6,688 |
) |
|
$ |
417,397 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Products and services sold |
|
|
87,721 |
|
|
|
46,320 |
|
|
|
51,053 |
|
|
|
65,263 |
|
|
|
(4,497 |
) |
|
|
245,860 |
|
Depreciation, depletion and reclamation |
|
|
17,622 |
|
|
|
4,702 |
|
|
|
11,084 |
|
|
|
11,472 |
|
|
|
(875 |
) |
|
|
44,005 |
|
Exploration |
|
|
6,393 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5,614 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
12,007 |
|
Research and development |
|
|
|
|
|
|
585 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
585 |
|
Other expense |
|
|
1,499 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,499 |
|
Gain on sale of assets |
|
|
(627 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,342 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,969 |
) |
Non-segmented expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
25,797 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Earnings before income taxes and
minority interest |
|
|
28,380 |
|
|
|
5,786 |
|
|
|
42,117 |
|
|
|
40,443 |
|
|
|
(1,316 |
) |
|
|
89,613 |
|
Income tax recovery [note 11] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(77,405 |
) |
Minority interest |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
16,595 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
150,423 |
|
|
Cameco Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
For the six months ended June 30, 2007
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fuel |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Inter- |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Uranium |
|
|
Services |
|
|
Electricity |
|
|
Gold |
|
|
Segment |
|
|
Total |
|
|
Revenue |
|
$ |
641,013 |
|
|
$ |
108,218 |
|
|
$ |
189,364 |
|
|
$ |
213,411 |
|
|
$ |
(17,248 |
) |
|
$ |
1,134,758 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Products and services sold |
|
|
282,608 |
|
|
|
85,190 |
|
|
|
123,215 |
|
|
|
122,706 |
|
|
|
(17,518 |
) |
|
|
596,201 |
|
Depreciation, depletion and reclamation |
|
|
64,991 |
|
|
|
8,299 |
|
|
|
22,455 |
|
|
|
26,781 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
122,526 |
|
Exploration |
|
|
18,747 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
10,984 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
29,731 |
|
Cigar Lake remediation |
|
|
18,659 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
18,659 |
|
Research and development |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,837 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,837 |
|
Other expense |
|
|
3,106 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,106 |
|
Gain on sale of assets |
|
|
(4,893 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(4,893 |
) |
Non-segmented expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
65,674 |
|
|
Earnings before income taxes and
minority interest |
|
|
257,795 |
|
|
|
12,892 |
|
|
|
43,694 |
|
|
|
52,940 |
|
|
|
270 |
|
|
|
301,917 |
|
Income tax expense [note 11] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
23,340 |
|
Minority interest |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
15,196 |
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
263,381 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the six months ended June 30, 2006
(as adjusted note 1(b)) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fuel |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Inter- |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Uranium |
|
Services |
|
Electricity |
|
Gold |
|
Segment |
|
Total |
|
Revenue |
|
$ |
425,498 |
|
|
$ |
101,395 |
|
|
$ |
213,722 |
|
|
$ |
228,811 |
|
|
$ |
(10,089 |
) |
|
$ |
959,337 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Products and services sold |
|
|
247,302 |
|
|
|
78,587 |
|
|
|
101,074 |
|
|
|
127,613 |
|
|
|
(6,799 |
) |
|
|
547,777 |
|
Depreciation, depletion and reclamation |
|
|
45,649 |
|
|
|
7,308 |
|
|
|
21,919 |
|
|
|
20,894 |
|
|
|
(1,197 |
) |
|
|
94,573 |
|
Exploration |
|
|
12,275 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
12,517 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
24,792 |
|
Research and development |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,326 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,326 |
|
Other expense |
|
|
3,894 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,894 |
|
Gain on sale of assets |
|
|
(645 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,316 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1,961 |
) |
Non-segmented expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
63,739 |
|
|
Earnings before income taxes and
minority interest |
|
|
117,023 |
|
|
|
14,174 |
|
|
|
90,729 |
|
|
|
69,103 |
|
|
|
(2,093 |
) |
|
|
225,197 |
|
Income tax recovery [note 11] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(64,802 |
) |
Minority interest |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
27,367 |
|
|
|
Net earnings |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
262,632 |
|
|
17. |
|
Subsequent Event |
|
|
|
On July 13, 2007, Cameco discovered uranium and evidence of other production-associated
chemicals in the soil beneath its Port Hope uranium hexafluoride (UF6) conversion
plant. As a result, full production of UF6 will likely be suspended for a minimum
of two months until Cameco has determined the source of the chemicals and developed
appropriate plans. Preliminary estimates indicate that the remediation of the contaminated
area will cost approximately $3,000,000 and Cameco has accrued that amount as an operating
expense in the second quarter of 2007. The assessment of the extent of the contamination is
ongoing and the cost estimate is subject to change. The provision for the remediation
expense will be revised as better information becomes available. |
18. |
|
Comparative Figures |
|
|
|
Certain prior year balances have been reclassified to conform to the current financial
statement presentation. |