Agnico Eagle engages in the underground exploration, mine site development, and large-scale extraction business of gold and associated precious metals. Its primary mine assets are concentrated in regions with lower political risk, such as Canada, Finland, Australia, and Mexico. The company utilizes metallurgical processes including blasting, crushing, and chemical leaching to extract physical gold. The refined precious metal dore bars are primarily delivered in bulk directly into the international metal spot market or to qualified precious metals refiners via long-term commercial contracts.