Known for its many silver streams across the Americas and parts of Europe, this venture into gold should not be seen as the company re-focusing its metals priorities, said Randy Smallwood, president and chief executive officer of Silver Wheaton.

FORBES: By Alex L��tourneau

It had been awhile since Silver Wheaton made any acquisitions but president and chief executive officer Randy Smallwood believed the time was right.

FORBES: "I'd Say Our Patience Has Been Rewarded"- Silver Wheaton President And CEO