i-80 Gold (US:IAUX)2025-11-13 16:02Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third quarter gold sales nearly doubled over the prior year period to approximately 9,400 ounces, with total revenue from gold sales increasing to approximately $32 million due to higher ounces sold and a higher average realized gold price of $3,412 per ounce [16][17] - The company reported a net loss of approximately $42 million or $0.05 per share, similar to the prior year period, reflecting the development stage and strategic investments [17] - Cash used in operating activities was approximately $15 million, a decrease from about $24 million in the prior year, attributed to higher gross profit and working capital [17][18] - The company closed the quarter with a cash balance of approximately $103 million, a decrease from the previous quarter due to development spending [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - At Granite Creek Underground, approximately 15,000 tons of oxide mineralized material were mined at a grade of about 9.8 g per ton, and 20,000 tons of sulfide material at a grade of about 10.7 g per ton were also mined [7][8] - Gold sold totaled 7,400 ounces for the quarter and 16,400 ounces for the nine-month period [7] - The Lone Tree plant refurbishment study is substantially complete, with a construction decision anticipated in the second quarter of 2026 [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company continues to trade at a deep discount to comparable developers despite a significant resource base, indicating potential for market recognition of its value [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to create a Nevada-focused mid-tier gold producer, with ongoing projects including Granite Creek and Archimedes [2][3] - A recapitalization plan is in progress, with expectations to secure a financing package by mid-2026 to support various phases of development [5][19] - The company is evaluating ways to accelerate value creation, including a potential pre-feasibility study on Mineral Point [5] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in executing the development plan and unlocking the value of the resource base as they move into 2026 and 2027 [38] - The company is entering a transformational period with major milestones expected over the next 12-18 months, including steady-state production at the first mine and commencement of production at the second mine [21] Other Important Information - The company has made significant progress in hiring skilled talent across various roles to support project execution [4] - The installation of a second, larger water treatment plant is on track for completion at the end of Q1 2026 to support long-term groundwater management [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Where is the company currently mining and when will it start mining from longer levels in the South Pacific Zone? - The company is mostly in the OG Zone now and expects to be around 60% in the South Pacific Zone next year, with more focus on South Pacific in the long term [25] Question: What steps are being taken to process oxide through the Lone Tree plant? - The autoclave can be bypassed with oxide ore, and the company is evaluating the potential for feeding that through as they approach commissioning [28] Question: Regarding the recapitalization plan, is the company reconsidering the divestment of the non-core FAD asset? - The company is aware of the high-grade resource but will not be able to develop it until the end of the 2030s or early 2040s; they are evaluating all options for recapitalization [32] Question: What is the expected CapEx for the refurbishment of the Lone Tree autoclave and Archimedes' development in 2026? - The refurbishment is estimated at $400 million, with about $175 million expected to be spent in 2026, and Archimedes' development is expected to be around $40 million [33]