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Octavio Alvídrez

Chief Executive Officer, Fresnillo plc · United Kingdom

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-08

Octavio Alvídrez is the CEO of Fresnillo plc (FRES). Alvídrez is based in the United Kingdom. Alvídrez was educated at The Wharton School and Universidad de Guanajuato.

Octavio Alvídrez joined Peñoles Group in 1988 and held several senior positions including General Manager of Madero Mine before becoming CEO of Fresnillo in 2012. He holds a bachelor's degree in mining engineering from the University of Guanajuato and an MBA from the Wharton School of Business.

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Recent coverage of Octavio Alvídrez and Fresnillo plc has centered on the company's mixed operational and financial performance, including better-than-forecast earnings in the first half of 2026 and a record dividend payout, alongside headwinds such as lower projected precious metals production. The mining company has also pursued significant strategic moves, notably its entry into Canadian operations through the Probe Gold acquisition and plans for over $1 billion in exploration investment, while navigating regulatory and legal challenges including a demand to restore allegedly illegally mined gold.

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Education
The Wharton School, Universidad de Guanajuato

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Octavio Alvídrez: FAQ

Who is Octavio Alvídrez?
Octavio Alvídrez is the Chief Executive Officer of Fresnillo plc, based in United Kingdom.
What company does Octavio Alvídrez lead?
Octavio Alvídrez is CEO of Fresnillo plc.
Where was Octavio Alvídrez educated?
Octavio Alvídrez studied at The Wharton School, Universidad de Guanajuato.