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Americas Gold and Silver Announces Strong Full-Year 2025 Results and 2026 Guidance with ~30% Annual Production Growth
TMX Newsfile· 2026-03-30 10:35
Core Insights - Americas Gold and Silver Corporation reported significant operational and financial improvements for the year ended December 31, 2025, with a focus on growth and efficiency in its mining operations [4][6][11]. Financial Performance - Consolidated revenue increased to $118 million in 2025, an 18% rise from $100 million in 2024, driven by higher silver production and prices [6][22]. - Consolidated silver production reached approximately 2.65 million ounces, a 52% increase from 1.7 million ounces in 2024 [12][23]. - The company reported a net loss of $87.4 million for 2025, an improvement on a per-share basis compared to a net loss of $49.0 million in 2024 [6][12]. Operational Highlights - The Galena Complex in Idaho saw a 200% increase in muck moving productivity per shift due to new equipment and improved mining practices [5][16]. - The Galena Complex produced approximately 1.5 million ounces of silver in 2025, maintaining production levels despite operational upgrades [14][21]. - The Cosalá Operations achieved record silver production of approximately 1.2 million ounces, a 44% increase from 2024 [9][21]. Strategic Initiatives - The company completed the acquisition of the Crescent Mine in December 2025, enhancing its resource base and operational synergies [6][8]. - A senior secured term loan facility of up to $100 million was established to fund growth and development at the Galena Complex [8][11]. - A joint venture with U.S. Antimony was signed to construct a new antimony processing facility, aimed at maximizing the value of antimony produced at Galena [6][11]. Future Outlook - For 2026, the company expects consolidated silver production between 3.2 million and 3.6 million ounces, representing a 30% increase over 2025 [10][23]. - Capital expenditures are projected to be between $90 million and $120 million, with a significant portion allocated to growth initiatives [10][26]. - The largest exploration program in the company's history is planned for 2026, with approximately 64,000 meters to be drilled [27].
Can Pan American Silver Maintain Its Solid Silver Production Rally?
ZACKS· 2026-03-24 15:51
Core Insights - Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS) has shown strong performance in 2025, with silver production reaching 22.8 million ounces, an 8% increase from 2024, exceeding expectations [1][8] - The company achieved a record production of 7.3 million ounces in Q4 2025, primarily due to the successful results from the Juanicipio mine [2] - PAAS completed the acquisition of MAG Silver Corp., gaining a 44% stake in the Juanicipio project, which is expected to contribute 6.00-6.50 million ounces of silver in 2026 [2] - The La Colorada mine is projected to produce 5.80-6.25 million ounces in 2026, while Cerro Moro is expected to yield 2.80-3 million ounces, indicating a 16% year-over-year increase at the midpoint [3] - For 2026, total silver production is anticipated to be between 25-27 million ounces, reflecting a 14% increase at the midpoint compared to 2025 [4][8] Performance of Peers - First Majestic Silver Corp. produced 31.1 million silver-equivalent ounces in 2025, with a 37% year-over-year increase in Q4 production [5] - Avino Silver & Gold Mines produced 2,606,155 silver-equivalent ounces, aligning with its guidance, and saw significant year-over-year growth in Q4 [6] Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates - PAAS shares increased by 91.9% over the past year, while the industry saw a growth of 113.1% [7] - The consensus estimate for 2026 earnings is $3.98 per share, representing a 56.7% year-over-year increase, with a slight increase to $4.14 expected for 2027 [10] - PAAS is currently trading at a forward price-to-earnings multiple of 12.24X, below the industry average of 14.12X [11]
Will Higher Silver Production From Cerro Moro Boost PAAS' Outlook?
ZACKS· 2026-03-17 16:31
Core Insights - Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS) is advancing several major projects with a $94 million investment in 2025, notably the Cerro Moro mine in Argentina [1] - The company expects increased silver production in 2026, with projections of 25-27 million ounces, supported by higher-grade ore [3][4] Production and Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, Cerro Moro produced 27.6 thousand ounces of gold and 0.92 million ounces of silver, reflecting year-over-year increases of 22.7% and 10.6% respectively [2][9] - Silver production at Cerro Moro in 2025 decreased by 15% from 2024 due to mine sequencing into lower-grade zones, while gold production increased by 7% [3] - For 2026, silver production from Cerro Moro is expected to be between 2.80-3.00 million ounces, indicating a 16% year-over-year increase at the midpoint [4][9] Cost and Valuation Metrics - The all-in sustaining costs for Cerro Moro in 2026 are projected to be between negative $25.75 to negative $21.75 per ounce, lower than the negative $14.04 per ounce reported in 2025 [5][9] - PAAS shares have increased by 150% over the past year, outperforming the industry growth of 116.5% and the Basic Materials sector's rise of 39.4% [8] Earnings Estimates - The consensus estimate for 2026 earnings is $3.97 per share, representing a year-over-year increase of 56.3%, with a further estimate of $4.14 for 2027 [13] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings has risen by 10.3% over the past 60 days [13]
Can First Majestic's Higher Silver Production Boost Its Long-Term Growth?
ZACKS· 2026-02-26 16:36
Core Insights - First Majestic Silver Corp. is experiencing significant growth in silver production, with a 37% year-over-year increase in Q4 2025, producing 7.8 million silver-equivalent ounces [1][8] Production Growth - The acquisition of Gatos Silver in January 2025 was a major factor in production growth, contributing 2.09 million silver-equivalent ounces from the Cerro Los Gatos mine [2] - The San Dimas mine also performed well, producing 2.45 million silver-equivalent ounces in the fourth quarter [2] Annual Production Performance - For the full year 2025, First Majestic achieved a production total of 31.1 million silver-equivalent ounces, including 15.4 million silver ounces, 147,433 gold ounces, 56.7 million pounds of zinc, and 32.3 million pounds of lead [3] Regional Performance - In Mexico, First Majestic set production records across its sites, with contributions from various mines: Santa Elena (29.1%), Los Gatos (26.7%), San Dimas (31.2%), and La Encantada (12.8%) [4] Peer Comparison - Hecla Mining Company produced 17 million ounces of silver in 2025, a 5% increase year-over-year, with revenues rising to $1.4 billion, up 53% [5] - Pan American Silver Corp. reported silver production of 22.8 million ounces in 2025, an 8.5% increase, driven by strong performance from the Juanicipio mine [6] Stock Performance and Valuation - First Majestic's shares have increased by 117.7% over the past three months, outperforming the industry growth of 62.8% [7] - The company is currently trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 72.15X, significantly higher than the industry average of 20.72X [9] Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for First Majestic's 2025 earnings has risen significantly over the past 60 days, with revisions showing increases of up to 93.33% for Q1 and Q2 estimates [11][13]
Is Hecla Mining's Higher Silver Production a Catalyst for Future Growth?
ZACKS· 2026-02-17 17:15
Core Insights - Hecla Mining Company (HL) is establishing itself as a prominent player in North American precious metals production, bolstered by strong silver prices and disciplined capital management [1] Production Performance - In 2025, Hecla Mining produced 17.0 million ounces of silver, reflecting a 5% increase from the previous year [8] - The increase in silver production was primarily driven by the Greens Creek mine in Alaska, which produced 8.7 million ounces of silver, up 3% compared to 2024 [2] - The Lucky Friday project also showed improved performance, producing 5.3 million ounces of silver, aided by higher milled grades and throughput [3] - The Keno Hill project produced 3.02 million ounces of silver in 2025, a 9% year-over-year increase, supported by better power reliability and higher milling rates [4] Peer Comparison - First Majestic Silver Corp. produced 7.8 million silver-equivalent ounces in Q4 2025, with a 37% year-over-year increase in AgEq ounces due to a 77% surge in silver production [5] - Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. reported silver-equivalent production of 671,583 ounces in Q4 2025, a 9% increase from Q4 2024, while its annual production was 2.6 million ounces, down 2% year over year [6] Market Performance - Hecla Mining's shares have increased by 191.6% over the past six months, outperforming the industry's growth of 125.3% [7] - The company is currently trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 35.92X, which is above the industry average of 18.89X [10] Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Hecla Mining's 2026 earnings has been rising over the past 60 days, indicating positive market sentiment [11]
Hecla Mining Continues to Ramp Up Silver Output: What's the Road Ahead?
ZACKS· 2026-01-14 16:50
Core Insights - Hecla Mining Company (HL) is experiencing strong operational performance, particularly from its Greens Creek mine, which produced 2.3 million ounces of silver and 15,600 ounces of gold in Q3 2025 [1] - The company is increasing investments in the Greens Creek project due to ongoing projects and the dry-stack tailings expansion [1] - The Lucky Friday project also shows strength, producing 1.3 million ounces of silver in Q3, supported by higher milled grades and stable operations [2] - The Keno Hill project produced 898,328 ounces of silver, reflecting a 20% sequential increase, aided by improved power reliability and higher milling rates [3] - Hecla Mining's Polaris Exploration Project has received approval to begin exploration activities in 2026, contributing to the company's growth outlook [3] Peer Performance - Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS) produced 5.5 million ounces of silver in Q3, maintaining its production outlook for 2025 at 22-25 million ounces [4] - First Majestic Silver Corp. (AG) reported a total silver production of 1.4 million ounces from Cerro Los Gatos, with an expected annual production of 30-32 million ounces of silver equivalent [5] Price Performance and Valuation - Hecla Mining shares have increased by 71.7% over the past three months, outperforming the industry growth of 42.6% [6] - The company is trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 41.91X, significantly above the industry average of 20.12X [9] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HL's 2025 earnings has been rising over the past 60 days, indicating positive market sentiment [10] Earnings Estimates - Current earnings estimates for HL are 0.17 for Q4 2025, 0.20 for Q1 2026, 0.42 for the current year, and 0.58 for the next year [11]
Americas Gold and Silver Reports Strong Growth in Q3 2025 as Company Executes Strategy at Galena
Newsfile· 2025-11-10 11:00
Core Insights - Americas Gold and Silver Corporation reported a significant increase in consolidated silver production, achieving 765,000 ounces in Q3-2025, a 98% increase year-over-year and an 11% increase quarter-over-quarter, driven by operational improvements at the Galena Complex and progress at the Cosalá Operations [3][11][15] - The company experienced a consolidated revenue increase to $30.6 million for Q3-2025, a 37% rise compared to $22.3 million in Q3-2024, attributed to higher silver production and realized prices despite lower production of zinc and lead [3][4][10] - The company confirmed the viability of supplying significant antimony production to meet U.S. domestic supply requirements, with year-to-date antimony production reported at 447,466 pounds [3][8][19] Production and Operations - Consolidated silver production included approximately 440,000 ounces from the Galena Complex, a 36% increase from Q3-2024, and 325,000 ounces from the Cosalá Operations, a 70% increase year-over-year [3][15][19] - The Galena Complex's production was supported by consistent access to higher-grade tetrahedrite ore, while the Cosalá Operations transitioned into the high-grade EC120 Project [3][15][19] - The company completed a planned 10-day shutdown for Phase 1 upgrades to the Galena No. 3 Shaft, achieving a 100% productivity improvement ahead of schedule [3][5][14] Financial Performance - The company reported a net loss of $15.7 million for Q3-2025, slightly improved from a net loss of $16.1 million in Q3-2024, as it continues to invest strategically in operations [3][4][10] - Adjusted loss for Q3-2025 was $4.3 million, an improvement from an adjusted loss of $11.8 million in Q3-2024, with adjusted EBITDA of $1.9 million compared to an adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.3 million in the prior year [4][10][48] - Cash and cash equivalents stood at $39.1 million as of September 30, 2025, with $50 million remaining undrawn on the existing credit facility [3][10] Cost Metrics - The average cost of sales per silver equivalent ounce produced was $22.95, with cash costs averaging $24.11 and all-in sustaining costs at $30.06 for Q3-2025 [3][12][40] - Cash costs per silver ounce increased compared to the previous year, primarily due to lower by-product credits as the company transitions into new mining zones [12][35][39] Strategic Initiatives - The company engaged Lot Sixteen, a government relations firm, to discuss support for antimony production with the U.S. Government and explore the potential construction of a dedicated antimony processing plant in Idaho [3][8][19] - Recent metallurgical testing confirmed over 99% antimony extraction from copper concentrate, indicating a strong potential for future revenue from antimony [6][7][8] - The company is focused on increasing production and lowering costs through various operational improvements and capital investments [4][5][10]
Endeavour Silver(EXK) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-13 17:00
Production & Outlook - 2025 consolidated silver production is projected to be 450万-520万盎司[16] - 2025 consolidated gold production is projected to be 31000-34000盎司[16] - H1 2025 silver equivalent production reached 440万盎司,包括来自Kolpa的贱金属产量[22,23] Kolpa Mine Acquisition & Performance - Kolpa矿的收购预计将使Endeavour的年产量增加约510万盎司银当量[30] - Kolpa在2024年生产了200万盎司银,19800吨铅,12600吨锌和500吨铜(合计510万盎司银当量)[27,36] - Q2 2025 Kolpa生产了380638盎司银,3503吨铅,2316吨锌和58吨铜,总计805032盎司银当量[32] Terronera Project - Terronera项目预计年产400万盎司银和38000盎司黄金,即700万盎司银当量,矿山寿命为10年[71] - 截至2025年6月30日,Terronera项目的资本支出约为33800万美元[67] - Terronera项目的概略寿命期内平均品位为374克/吨银当量[70] Financial Highlights - 截至2025年8月12日,市值约为17亿美元[119] - 截至2025年8月12日,现金头寸为5250万美元[119] Resources & Reserves - Guanacevi的探明储量为20万吨,银当量品位为506克/吨,含有330万盎司银当量[44] - Bolanitos的探明储量为8万吨,银当量品位为259克/吨,含有60万盎司银当量[56] - Terronera的概略储量为740万吨,银当量品位为374克/吨,含有8880万盎司银当量[66]