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Equinox Gold Corp. reports news as a Canadian gold mining company with operating mines and development projects across Canada and the Americas. Recurring updates cover gold production, operating costs, financial results, Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources, technical reports, and operating progress at assets including the Greenstone Gold Mine in Ontario and the Valentine Gold Mine in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Company announcements also address expansion and development work at projects such as Castle Mountain and Los Filos, portfolio changes following the completed Calibre combination, balance-sheet management, dividends, normal course issuer bids, and annual shareholder meeting results. The news record reflects a producer focused on gold operations, mine ramp-ups, exploration and capital allocation.
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) announced a definitive agreement to sell its Mercedes Gold-Silver Mine in Mexico for $100 million, comprising $75 million on closing and $25 million within six months. Additionally, the company will receive 24.73 million common shares of Bear Creek Mining Corp., valued at $25 million, and a 2% net smelter return from Mercedes. The sale strengthens Equinox's balance sheet, allowing focus on larger projects like Greenstone. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and expected to close in Q1 2022.
Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) has filed a National Instrument 43-101 technical report detailing a pre-feasibility study for the expansion of its Aurizona gold mine in Brazil. This report also includes an updated Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimate, following results released on September 20, 2021. The technical report is accessible on SEDAR and EDGAR, as well as the company's official website.
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) reported significant progress in Q3 2021, producing 139,758 ounces of gold and selling 137,144 ounces at an average price of $1,780 per ounce. Despite a net loss of $5.2 million, the company’s adjusted EBITDA rose to $62 million. Operationally, the Los Filos mine resumed full operations, while Santa Luz construction is 70% complete. Looking ahead, Equinox Gold is on track to meet its 2021 guidance and anticipates increased production in 2022, aiming for over one million ounces annually.
Equinox Gold Corp. has initiated full-scale construction of the Greenstone Gold Mine in Ontario, Canada, a joint venture with Orion Mine Finance. The mine is expected to produce over 400,000 ounces of gold annually for the first five years and a total of 5.05 million ounces over its 14-year lifespan. The initial capital budget is approximately $1.23 billion, with a contingency of $177 million. The project will create 800 local and 1,300 regional jobs during construction. The first gold pour is targeted for H1 2024.
Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) has filed National Instrument 43-101 technical reports detailing mineral reserves and resources for its Fazenda and RDM gold mines in Brazil. These reports, stemming from results released on September 8, 2021, are now accessible for download on SEDAR and EDGAR, as well as the Company’s website. The latest findings are crucial for stakeholders and provide transparency regarding the company's mining assets.
Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) will unveil its unaudited financial and operational results for Q3 2021 on November 3, 2021, after market close. This announcement will cover the three and nine months ending on September 30, 2021. Following the results, a live conference call and webcast are scheduled for November 4, 2021, at 7:00 am PT (10:00 am ET) to discuss the findings.
For details, the toll-free U.S. and Canada number is 1-800-319-4610, while international callers can reach +1 604-638-5340.
Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. (MTA) has closed the acquisition of a 5% net smelter return royalty on the South Domes portion of the Castle Mountain Gold mine owned by Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) on October 1, 2021. The transaction involved an upfront payment of $10 million, with an additional $5 million payable within twenty months at a 4% interest rate. Metalla also completed a C$3 million drawdown under its convertible loan facility with Beedie Capital, which will be used to fund part of the acquisition. This strategic move aims to enhance Metalla's portfolio and shareholder value.
Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) announces a successful Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) for its Aurizona Gold Mine in Brazil, projecting an average annual production of 137,000 oz over an 11-year mine life and a peak production exceeding 160,000 oz from 2026 to 2029. The PFS indicates a 73% increase in Proven & Probable Mineral Reserves to 1.7 million oz of gold. The after-tax NPV5% of the project is $314 million at $1,500/oz gold. Initial capital costs are estimated at $154 million, with significant growth potential expected through ongoing exploration.
Equinox Gold Corp. announced updated Mineral Reserve and Resource estimates for its gold mines in California and Brazil, reflecting significant exploration drilling completed in 2020. At the Mesquite mine, Measured and Indicated Mineral Resources increased by 65% to 1,384,000 oz of gold, while Inferred Resources rose 30% to 912,000 oz. Fazenda's Mineral Reserves remain stable at 315,000 oz, despite a 31-month mining depletion. The Riacho Dos Machados mine showed a 30% decrease in Mineral Reserves due to depletion. Upcoming technical reports and prefeasibility studies are also in progress.
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) reported strong second quarter 2021 results, producing 122,656 ounces of gold and achieving a net income of $325.7 million, or $1.10 per share. The company saw cash costs of $1,089 per ounce and all-in sustaining costs of $1,382 per ounce. Despite disruptions at Los Filos due to illegal blockades, production is expected to rise in H2 2021 with better costs. The acquisition of Premier Gold Mines bolstered operations, and guidance for production has been updated to 560,000-625,000 ounces for the year.