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Endeavour Silver Starts Commercial Production at Terronera
ZACKS· 2025-10-20 14:16
Core Insights - Endeavour Silver Corp. has achieved commercial production at its Terronera mine in Jalisco, Mexico, effective October 1, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the company as a mid-tier silver producer with a strong foundation for growth [1][9] Production Performance - The Terronera mine has consistently operated above 90% of its designed capacity of 2,000 tons per day, with metal recoveries at or above 90% since mid-August 2025, demonstrating operational strength and efficiency [2][9] - In Q3 2025, Endeavour Silver produced 3.04 million silver equivalent ounces, an 88% increase year-over-year, driven by the addition of the Kolpa operation and steady results from legacy mines [3] - Consolidated silver production rose 102% year-over-year to 1.77 million ounces in Q3 2025, while excluding Kolpa, production increased by 34% year-over-year [4][9] - Total gold production in Q3 2025 fell 22% year-over-year to 7,286 ounces [4] Industry Comparisons - Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. produced 580,780 silver equivalent ounces in Q3 2025, a 13% decrease year-over-year, but aligned with expectations due to routine mine sequencing [5] - First Majestic Silver Corp. reported total production of 7.7 million silver equivalent ounces in Q3 2025, a 39% year-over-year increase, attributed to a 96% surge in silver production [7] - Buenaventura Mining produced 4,278,658 ounces of silver in Q3 2025, reflecting a 1% year-over-year rise, while gold production from direct operations decreased to 30,894 ounces [8]
Pan American Silver Completes Acquisition of MAG Silver
Globenewswire· 2025-09-04 10:30
Core Viewpoint - Pan American Silver Corp has successfully completed the acquisition of MAG Silver Corp, enhancing its position as a leading silver producer and providing significant growth opportunities in silver production and reserves [1][2]. Transaction Details - The acquisition involved MAG shareholders receiving a total of US$500 million in cash and approximately 60.2 million shares of Pan American, resulting in former MAG shareholders owning about 14.3% of Pan American's shares on a fully diluted basis [3]. - The transaction adds a 44% joint venture interest in the high-grade Juanicipio silver mine in Zacatecas, Mexico, along with full ownership of the Larder exploration project and a 100% earn-in interest in the Deer Trail exploration project [1][2]. Strategic Implications - The Juanicipio Mine is expected to significantly contribute to Pan American's silver production, reserves, and cash flow, aligning with the company's growth-oriented strategy [2]. - The acquisition is anticipated to enhance the company's silver reserve base and provide substantial near-term cash flow growth and long-term exploration potential [1][8]. Market Impact - Following the completion of the transaction, MAG shares are set to be delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange and NYSE American, ceasing trading on September 8, 2025, and September 4, 2025, respectively [5].