Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Aris Mining Corporation (Aris Mining or the Company) (TSX: ARIS) (NYSE-A:Â ARMN) announces that it has entered into a Settlement and Termination Agreement (the Settlement Agreement) with the Republic of Colombia, represented by the National Agency for Legal Defense of the State (ANDJE), to end the arbitration proceeding brought under the Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (ICSID Case No. ARB/18/23). Neil Woodyer, CEO of Ari ...

Core Insights - The stock market experienced a sell-off at the beginning of the week, with Nvidia's earnings release anticipated on Wednesday. Despite this pullback, the Nasdaq has risen 45% since early April and 17% in 2025. Investors may consider taking profits even if Nvidia posts strong guidance, potentially shifting focus to value stocks instead [1]. Group 1: Value Stock Screening - The screening process aims to identify top value stocks using Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buys) or 2 (Buys) and focuses on stocks with price-to-earnings (P/E) and price-to-sales (P/S) ratios below the industry median [4][9]. - The screening also considers quarterly earnings rates above the industry median and utilizes a blend of upgrades and estimate revisions to select the best stocks [5]. Group 2: Aris Mining Corporation (ARMN) - Aris Mining Corporation (ARMN) has seen its stock price increase by 360% over the past two years, outperforming its sector's 14%, the S&P 500's 50%, and the gold mining industry's 166%. Despite this growth, it trades 44% below its average Zacks price target at under $12 per share [6][12]. - The company operates two underground mines in Colombia, producing 210,955 ounces of gold in 2024, with plans to expand production to over 500,000 ounces annually [10]. - Aris Mining's revenue is projected to grow by 73% in 2025, increasing from $511 million to $1.37 billion, while adjusted EPS is expected to rise by 262% in 2025 [11]. - The gold mining industry is currently benefiting from high demand, with Aris Mining trading at a 50% discount to its industry and a 30% discount to its own historical highs [12].

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Core Viewpoint - Aris Mining Corporation (ARMN) shows potential for significant upside, with a mean price target of $16.29 indicating a 51.3% increase from the current price of $10.77 [1] Price Targets and Analyst Consensus - The average price target for ARMN ranges from a low of $13.68 to a high of $17.64, with a standard deviation of $1.8, suggesting a relatively tight clustering of estimates [2] - The lowest estimate indicates a 27% increase, while the highest suggests a 63.8% upside [2] - Analysts' price targets should be approached with caution, as they may not always accurately reflect future stock movements [3][10] Earnings Estimates and Analyst Agreement - There is strong agreement among analysts regarding ARMN's ability to report better earnings, which supports the potential for stock price appreciation [4] - Over the past 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for ARMN's current year earnings has increased by 16.1%, with no negative revisions [12] - ARMN holds a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy), placing it in the top 5% of over 4,000 ranked stocks based on earnings estimates [13] Implications of Price Movement - While the consensus price target may not be a reliable indicator of the magnitude of ARMN's potential gains, it does provide a directional guide for price movement [14]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold production in Q3 totaled 73,236 ounces, a 25% increase over Q2, bringing total production for the first nine months of 2025 to 187,000 ounces, tracking the midpoint of full-year guidance of 230,000 to 270,000 ounces [2][3] - Gold revenue for Q3 was $253 million, up 27% over Q2, with adjusted EBITDA of $131 million for Q3 and over $350 million on a trailing twelve-month basis [3][6] - Cash balance at the end of Q3 was $418 million, an increase from $310 million in Q2, reflecting strong cash flow and proceeds from warrant exercises [6][8] - Adjusted net earnings reached $72 million or $0.36 per share, with a 36% increase in AISC margin compared to Q2 [6][7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Segovia produced 65,500 ounces of gold in Q3, with an all-in sustaining cost margin of $121.5 million, a 39% increase compared to Q2 [10][11] - Marmato's bulk mining zone construction is progressing, with significant milestones achieved and first gold pour expected in the second half of 2026 [4][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is benefiting from rising gold prices, which have positively impacted revenue and margins [6][8] - The all-in sustaining cost for owner mining was $1,452 per ounce in Q3, trending towards the lower end of the company's full-year guidance [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to advance the Toroparu project to a pre-feasibility study over the next ten months and is also progressing the permitting process for Soto Norte [4][24] - The strategy focuses on becoming a significant gold producer by leveraging growth projects beyond Segovia and Marmato [4][29] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the operational performance and the ability to fund growth plans, with a strong position to deliver exceptional growth in annual gold production [3][29] - The company is committed to building on its operational and financial momentum, positioning itself for a successful 2026 and beyond [29] Other Important Information - The company completed a pre-feasibility study for Soto Norte, confirming it as one of the most attractive gold projects in the Americas, with a focus on responsible development [4][24] - The estimated cost to complete the Marmato project is $250 million, with $82 million funded by the Wheaton streaming agreement [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on Segovia plant expansion - Management confirmed that the Segovia plant is currently running at about 2,500 to 2,600 tonnes per day, with expectations to reach 3,000 tonnes per day early next year [32][33] Question: Development sequencing of Toroparu and Soto Norte - Management indicated that Toroparu's pre-feasibility study will be completed in about ten months, while Soto Norte's permitting process will take about eighteen months, suggesting a sequential development approach [35][36] Question: CapEx for Marmato bulk mining zone - Management noted that a sharp increase in capital spending is expected as construction progresses, with contracts signed and mobilization of contractors underway [39]

Q3 2025 Financial Highlights - Gold revenue reached $253 million, a 27% increase from Q2 2025[16] - Adjusted EBITDA was $131 million[12, 16] - Adjusted earnings per share reached $036[16] - Cash balance increased to $418 million, up from $310 million at the end of Q2 2025[12, 16] Operational Performance - Total gold production was 73,236 ounces[12, 21] - Segovia operations produced 65,549 ounces of gold[21] - Segovia's total AISC margin was $1215 million, up 39% from Q2 2025[21] - Contract Mining Partners (CMP) AISC sales margin at Segovia was 44%[21] Project Updates - Marmato Bulk Mining Zone construction is underway, with first gold pour expected in H2 2026[12, 31] - Soto Norte Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) completed, outlining average annual production of 263,000 ounces of gold (100% basis) during years 2-10, and 203,000 ounces over the life of mine, at an AISC of $534/oz[12, 43, 64] - Toroparu Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) shows potential for average annual gold production of 235,000 ounces over a 213-year mine life, with an AISC of $1,289/oz[12, 58]

Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025 and 2024 (expressed in thousands of United States dollars) (Unaudited) Condensed Consolidated Interim Statements of Financial Position (Unaudited, Expressed in thousands of US dollars) | | | | September 30, | December 31, | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Notes | | 2025 | 2024 | | ASSETS | | | | | | Current | | | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 417,881 $ | 252,535 | | Gold in trust | 11c | ...

Core Insights - The production ramp-up at Segovia is driving record financial results for Aris Mining, with a cash balance of $418 million and significant growth in revenue, cash flow, and adjusted earnings [2][3][6] Financial Performance - Q3 2025 revenue reached $253.5 million, a 27% increase from Q2 2025 and a 93% increase from Q3 2024, attributed to higher gold prices and increased sales volumes [3][6] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2025 was $131.1 million, up 33% from Q2 2025 and triple that of Q3 2024, with a trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA of $352.0 million [3][6] - Adjusted net earnings were $71.8 million or $0.36 per share, an increase from $0.27 per share in Q2 2025 and $0.08 per share in Q3 2024 [3][6] - Cash balance increased to $417.9 million as of September 30, 2025, up from $310.2 million at June 30, 2025, primarily due to cash flow after sustaining capital and income taxes [3][6] Operational Performance - Total gold production in Q3 2025 was 73,236 ounces, a 25% increase from Q2 2025, with Segovia operations producing 65,549 ounces [7][8] - The average realized gold price was $3,494 per ounce sold, compared to $3,303 in Q2 2025 and $2,457 in Q3 2024 [5][7] - The all-in sustaining cost (AISC) margin increased to $121.5 million, up 39% from Q2 2025, with an AISC of $1,641 per ounce sold [7][8] Project Development Highlights - The Marmato Bulk Mining Zone construction is on schedule for first gold in the second half of 2026, with significant progress in development and construction activities [6][8] - The Soto Norte Prefeasibility Study completed in September 2025 shows robust economics with an after-tax NPV of $2.7 billion and an IRR of 35% [8][19] - The Toroparu Project's Preliminary Economic Assessment completed in October 2025 indicates an after-tax NPV of $1.8 billion and an IRR of 25.2% [8][19] Cash Flow and Capital Expenditures - Operations generated $90.8 million in cash flow after sustaining capital and income taxes in Q3 2025, fully funding growth initiatives [6][8] - Total expansion and growth capital expenditures in Q3 2025 were $48.1 million, with significant investments in the Marmato Bulk Mining Zone and Segovia Operations [6][8]

Core Insights - Aris Mining Corporation announced positive results from the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) of its Toroparu Gold Project in Guyana, confirming it as a large-scale, long-life open pit gold project with a 21.3-year mine life and an after-tax NPV5% of $1.8 billion at a gold price of $3,000/oz [1][2][16]. Project Overview - The Toroparu Gold Project has measured and indicated mineral resources of 126.9 million tonnes at an average grade of 1.30 g/t Au, containing 5.3 million ounces of gold, and inferred resources of 22.9 million tonnes at 1.6 g/t Au, containing 1.2 million ounces of gold [5][23]. - The project is designed as a conventional truck-and-shovel open pit operation with a strip ratio of 4.7 to 1 and a mill capacity of 7.0 million tonnes per annum [5][6]. Economic Metrics - The PEA indicates an average annual gold production of 235,000 ounces, with life-of-mine cash costs of $826/oz and all-in sustaining costs (AISC) of $1,289/oz [5][21]. - The project is expected to generate total payable gold sales of $14.7 billion over its life, with an initial construction capital requirement of $820 million [5][16]. Financial Projections - The after-tax IRR is projected at 25.2%, with a payback period of 3.0 years from the start of operations [16][22]. - At a gold price of $3,600/oz, the NPV5% increases to $2.7 billion, with an IRR of 32.6% [16][22]. Development Strategy - Aris Mining has initiated a Prefeasibility Study (PFS) for Toroparu, targeted for completion in 2026, to advance the project toward construction [2][16]. - The project benefits from a large pre-production stockpile of approximately 6.1 million tonnes, which will support a smooth start-up and consistent throughput [10]. Industry Context - Guyana's mining sector is rapidly advancing, with the Toroparu project positioned as a significant development alongside the Oko West project, highlighting the country's potential as a new frontier for large-scale gold mining [13][14].

Core Viewpoint - Aris Mining Corporation is set to release its Q3 2025 financial results on October 29, 2025, followed by a conference call on October 30, 2025, to discuss these results [1][2]. Company Overview - Aris Mining was founded in September 2022 with a focus on becoming a leading gold mining company in Latin America, emphasizing production, cash flow generation, and transformational growth through asset expansions and exploration [4]. - The company operates two underground gold mines in Colombia, the Segovia Operations and the Marmato Complex, which produced a total of 210,955 ounces of gold in 2024 [5]. - Aris Mining aims to increase its annual production rate to over 500,000 ounces of gold, supported by the commissioning of a second mill at Segovia and the construction of the Bulk Mining Zone at Marmato [5]. Growth Strategy - The company is pursuing partnerships with Colombia's small-scale mining sector to promote safe and environmentally responsible operations that benefit local communities [6]. - Aris Mining is also focused on acquisitions and other growth opportunities to enhance value through scale and diversification [7]. Project Developments - The Soto Norte joint venture, in which Aris Mining holds a 51% stake, has completed a Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) confirming its potential as a high-quality, long-life project with strong economics [5]. - In Guyana, the company is advancing the Toroparu gold/copper project, with a new Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) currently underway [5].