Core Insights - B2Gold Corp (BTG) announced the achievement of commercial production at its Goose Mine within three months of mill startup, reaching an average throughput of 2,652 tons per day, which is 66% of its design capacity [1][6] - The company expects the Goose mill to operate near its design capacity of 4,000 tons per day in the fourth quarter of 2025, following a significant increase in crushed ore availability due to the integration of a supplemental mobile crusher [2][6] Production Guidance - B2Gold anticipates gold production of 250,000 ounces in 2026 and 330,000 ounces in 2027 from the Goose mine, with an expected output of 300,000 ounces per year for the first six years of operation [3] - The company's 2025 gold production outlook for the Goose Mine has been revised to 80,000-110,000 ounces, down from 120,000-150,000 ounces, primarily due to a crushing plant capacity shortfall [4] Overall Production Expectations - B2Gold's total annual gold production for 2025 is projected to be between 970,000 and 1,075,000 ounces, with the Goose Mine expected to contribute 70,000 ounces in the fourth quarter [4][6] Stock Performance - B2Gold's shares have increased by 77.6% over the past year, compared to a 93.6% rise in the industry [5]