Galiano Gold(GAU) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2025, Galiano Gold produced 37,500 ounces of gold, a 15% increase from 32,000 ounces in Q3 2025, with full-year production totaling 121,000 ounces, aligning with revised guidance [4][11] - Revenue reached a record $160 million in Q4 2025, up 40% from $114 million in Q3 2025, driven by higher production and improved gold prices [5][13] - All-in sustaining cash costs decreased to $2,033 per ounce, consistent with guidance [5][15] - Adjusted net income was reported at $0.15 per share after accounting for unrealized losses on hedges [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Esaase mining restarted in early November 2025, with production ramping up in Q1 2026, while Nkran pre-stripping moved 23% more material compared to Q3 2025 [8][9] - The average grade of ore mined increased by 9% compared to the previous quarter, contributing to improved production metrics [8][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates production guidance for 2026 to be between 140,000-160,000 ounces, representing a 25% increase from 2025 levels [7][12] - AISC for 2026 is projected to be between $2,000-$2,300 per ounce, influenced by a growing royalty burden due to high gold prices [15][16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Galiano Gold plans an aggressive exploration program for 2026, focusing on expanding underground resources and reserve growth at Esaase [6][24] - The company aims to transition both Nkran and Abore to underground operations, targeting higher-value ounces [19][20] - A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining a robust cash position and leveraging a $75 million undrawn credit facility for operational investments [5][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving production targets, citing improvements in throughput and grades as key drivers [33] - The company views 2026 as a pivotal year for cash flow generation, with expectations of significant shareholder value creation [28][29] Other Important Information - The company reported no lost time injuries in Q4 2025, maintaining a strong safety record [4][8] - Exploration efforts in 2026 will include a minimum of 30,000 meters of drilling at Abore and up to 35,000 meters of conversion drilling at Esaase [24][27] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the key execution risks to monitor with production weighted towards the second half of 2026? - Management highlighted throughput and grade improvements as critical factors for achieving production targets [33] Question: How does the downward revision to guidance impact the five-year outlook? - Management expects a slightly lower production profile in 2026 but anticipates a ramp-up in 2027 [34] Question: When should initial economic studies for the maiden underground resource at Abore and Nkran be expected? - Management aims to have initial economic studies available in 2027, following additional drilling [36][38]