Nexa Resources Announces Closing Transaction of Pukaqaqa Project Sale to Olympic

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Nexa Resources S.A. has completed the sale of 100% of the shares issued by Compa?ia Minera Cerro Colorado S.A.C., comprising the mineral properties of the Pukaqaqa Project, to Olympic Precious Metals Ltd.

The buyer is Olympic Precious Metals Ltd, a Canadian company dedicated to the development of copper and gold opportunities across the Americas, with a team that brings deep, proven expertise in efficiently exploring, rapidly advancing, and successfully delivering sustainable mining projects.

Nexa is a large-scale, low-cost integrated zinc producer with over 65 years of experience developing and operating mining and smelting assets in Latin America, currently owning and operating five long-life mines and three smelters.

The company's business is subject to various risks and uncertainties, including the activities of competition, future global economic situation, weather conditions, market prices and conditions, exchange rates, and operational and financial risks, as well as risks related to outbreaks of contagious diseases or health crises impacting overall economic activity regionally or globally.

Further information concerning risks and uncertainties associated with the company's business can be found in their public disclosures filed under their profile on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) and on EDGAR (www.sec.gov).

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LUXEMBOURG / ACCESSWIRE / November 22, 2024 / Nexa Resources S.A. ("Nexa Resources", "Nexa" or the "Company") (NYSE Symbol:NEXA) announces today that it has completed the previously announced sale (the "Transaction") of 100% of the shares issued by Compa?ia Minera Cerro Colorado S.A.C., comprising the mineral properties of the Pukaqaqa Project ("Pukaqaqa" or the "Project"), located in the Huancavelica region of Peru.

With the completion of the Transaction, and pursuant to the terms of the definitive agreement, Nexa has sold and transferred all shares, rights, titles, and interests in Pukaqaqa to Olympic Precious Metals Ltd ("Olympic"). The Transaction was completed following the fulfillment of all closing conditions.

About Olympic Precious Metals Ltd
Olympic Precious Metals Ltd is a Canadian company dedicated to the development of copper and gold opportunities across the Americas. Olympic is committed to preserving, growing, and realizing long-term shareholder value in a responsible manner, delivering lasting benefits to local communities and stakeholders. The Olympic team brings deep, proven expertise in efficiently exploring, rapidly advancing, and successfully delivering sustainable mining projects. The Company creates value by building and optimizing mines that prioritize local employment, engage local suppliers, and empower local communities. For more information, visit: www.olympicpreciousmetals.com.

About Nexa
Nexa is a large-scale, low-cost integrated zinc producer with over 65 years of experience developing and operating mining and smelting assets in Latin America. Nexa currently owns and operates five long-life mines, three of which are located in the central Andes region of Peru, and two of which are located in Brazil (one in the state of Minas Gerais and one in the state of Mato Grosso). Nexa also currently owns and operates three smelters, two of which are located in the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil, and one of which is Cajamarquilla, located in Lima, which is the largest smelter in the Americas.

Nexa was among the top five producers of mined zinc globally in 2023 and one of the top five metallic zinc producers worldwide in 2023, according to Wood Mackenzie.

Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements as defined in applicable securities laws (collectively referred to in this news release as "forward-looking statements"). Forward-looking statements contained in this news release may include, but are not limited to, zinc and other metal prices and exchange rate assumptions, projected operating and capital costs, metal or mineral recoveries, head grades, mine life, production rates, and returns; the Company's potential plans; the estimation of the tonnage, grade and content of deposits and the extent of mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; timing of commencement of production; exploration potential and results; the timing and receipt of necessary permits for future operations; and the impacts of COVID-19 on our operations.