Compañía de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A. BVN

Company Overview

Compañía de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A. is a Peru-based precious metals mining company primarily engaged in the exploration, development, extraction, processing, and sale of mineral resources. The company operates mainly within the mining and metals industry, with a core focus on gold, silver, and base metals such as copper, zinc, and lead. Its revenue is largely driven by the production and sale of precious metals, complemented by earnings from equity interests in other mining operations.

Founded in 1953, Buenaventura has evolved from a domestic Peruvian mining operator into one of the country’s largest and most established mining companies. It is publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker BVN and on the Lima Stock Exchange, reflecting its long-standing access to international capital markets. The company is widely recognized for its technical expertise in underground mining and its early adoption of joint venture models with global mining partners.