Royal Gold is a precious metals streaming and royalty company that acquires and manages income-generating interests in mining projects worldwide. Through its business model, the company provides upfront financing to mining operators in exchange for the right to purchase a percentage of future metal production at predetermined prices. This approach allows Royal Gold to participate in production upside while minimizing exposure to the operational and capital-intensive aspects of mine ownership. The company's portfolio encompasses interests in over 200 streams and royalties spanning gold, silver, copper, nickel, zinc, and other metals across projects in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Australia. Royal Gold partners with established mining companies to secure long-term streams on high-quality reserves, generating stable cash flow and diversified exposure to metal prices. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Royal Gold pioneered the precious metals streaming model and has grown through disciplined acquisitions and strategic investments, establishing itself as a leading player in the royalty and streaming sector.