Sandstorm Gold (NYSE:SAND). is a Vancouver-based streaming and royalty company that provides upfront financing to mining operators in exchange for the right to purchase a percentage of future metal production at reduced prices. Specializing primarily in gold and silver streams, the company holds an extensive portfolio of precious metal interests across a diversified set of mines and development projects worldwide. By offering non-dilutive capital, Sandstorm helps mining companies advance exploration and development programs while retaining ownership and operational control of their assets.
Since its establishment in 2008, Sandstorm has built a global footprint that spans the Americas, Africa, Europe and Australia. Its streaming agreements cover a mix of producing mines, construction-stage projects and exploration properties, providing a blend of near-term cash flow and longer-term optionality. Key jurisdictions in its portfolio include Canada, the United States, Mexico, Morocco and Finland, where the company partners with a range of industry operators from major producers to junior explorers.
Under the leadership of co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Nolan Watson, Sandstorm has grown by focusing on disciplined deal evaluation, strong counterparty selection and active portfolio management. The company’s governance framework emphasizes transparency and alignment with shareholders, and it maintains a lean corporate structure to support ongoing deal flow and project monitoring.
Looking ahead, Sandstorm aims to expand its royalty and streaming base by targeting high-quality assets in jurisdictions with stable mining frameworks. Its business model aligns the interests of investors and mining partners, seeking to deliver sustainable growth through a combination of cash flow generation, strategic acquisitions and exposure to upside in precious metals markets.
