Aura Announces Q1 2025 Financial and Operational Results

Core Viewpoint - Aura Minerals Inc. has reported its Q1 2025 financial and operational results, highlighting a strong start to the year with expectations for improved performance in upcoming quarters, particularly with the Borborema project entering commercial production in Q3 2025 [2][4]. Financial Performance - Total production in Q1 2025 was 60,087 gold equivalent ounces (GEO), a decrease of 10% from Q4 2024 and 12% from Q1 2024 [2][4]. - Net revenue for Q1 2025 reached $161.8 million, a 23$81.5 million, marking a 53% increase year-over-year and setting a record high for the company [2][6]. Production Details - The Borborema project has commenced operations and is expected to produce between 33,000 and 40,000 ounces in 2025, with commercial production anticipated by Q3 2025 [4][5]. - Aranzazu produced 20,456 GEO in Q1 2025, a 10% decrease from Q4 2024, primarily due to reduced ore milled and increased maintenance downtime [4][6]. - Minosa's production totaled 17,654 GEO, reflecting a 9% decrease from the previous quarter, attributed to lower ore grades [6]. Cost Metrics - Cash cost per GEO sold was $1,149, a 5$1,461, up 6% from the previous quarter [2][6]. - The net debt at the end of Q1 2025 was $271.9 million, with a net debt-to-last-12-months EBITDA ratio of 0.92x [2][6]. Market Conditions - The average realized gold sales price in Q1 2025 was$2,786 per ounce, an 8% increase from Q4 2024 and 39% higher than Q1 2024 [6]. - Average copper sales prices rose to $4.26 per pound, reflecting a 3% increase from Q4 2024 and 11% higher than the same period in 2024 [6]. Strategic Outlook - The company is focused on developing efficient operations and has set a benchmark for ESG performance with the Borborema project, which incorporates renewable energy and local water resources [5][6]. - Management anticipates a supportive economic environment for commodity prices in the short to medium term, despite potential volatility [7].