Core Viewpoint - ACG Metals Limited has reported strong operational results for H1 2025, including a significant increase in production guidance and advancements in the Gediktepe Sulphide Expansion Project, while maintaining a leading safety record [1][4][7]. H1 2025 Operational Highlights - Production guidance for FY2025 has been upgraded from 30-33 koz to 36-38 koz AuEq, driven by operational improvements and higher recoveries of gold and silver [7]. - The company achieved a 3% increase in Gold Equivalent production at the Gediktepe Mine, with sales of 23 koz of Gold Equivalent [7][8]. - ACG reported a realized gold price of $2,950/oz, a 37% increase compared to H1 2024, and a silver price of $32/oz, a 27% increase [8]. - All-in sustaining costs (AISC) decreased by 13% to $1,060/oz from $1,218/oz in H1 2024, reflecting cost discipline [7][8]. Safety and Operational Integrity - ACG achieved a new record of 817 LTI-free days as of the end of June 2025, demonstrating robust safety practices [7][8]. Gediktepe Sulphide Expansion Project - The project is progressing on schedule and on budget, with 48% of engineering design completed, 36% of procurement deliveries, and 15% of construction underway [7][14]. - Major construction milestones include the completion of earthworks and the start of Heating Centre construction for the GAP Blue Collar camp [14]. Capital Structure and Bond Update - ACG made its first scheduled coupon payment on its $200 million Senior Secured Bond on July 13, 2025, and has fully repaid outstanding sponsor loans [7][12][15]. - The company’s net debt as of July 13, 2025, was $66 million, with a cash balance of $133 million [15]. Gold Hedging Strategy - ACG's structured collar hedging strategy provided effective downside protection while allowing for exposure to upside in gold prices, without significantly affecting realized prices [16].