INTEGRA REPORTS RECORD MINING AND ORE-STACKING RATES AT FLORIDA CANYON, 30% INCREASE IN SECOND QUARTER GOLD PRODUCTION
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Integra Resources (TSXV: ITR, NYSE American: ITRG) reported a strong interim Q2 2026 operational update for the Florida Canyon Mine, with gold production of 16,379 oz, up 30% from Q1. The quarter saw record total material movement, including 4.4M tonnes of ore and 3.6M tonnes of waste mined at a strip ratio of 0.81, averaging 87,867 tpd.
Ore mined rose 47% and ore placed on heap leach pads increased 45% quarter-over-quarter, while processed grade improved 21%. Year-to-date gold production reached 29,014 oz. Integra maintains 2026 gold guidance of 70,000–75,000 oz, supported by higher mining and stacking rates and its N2 ore blending strategy. An updated Florida Canyon Technical Report outlines an 8-year mine life, a 74% increase in Proven and Probable Mineral Reserves, a 17% increase in expected annual gold production and projected after-tax free cash flow of $0.8B. Consolidated cash and cash equivalents were $111.1M at June 30, 2026. Q2 financials will be released on August 11, 2026, followed by a conference call on August 12, 2026.
Positive
- Gold production +30% QoQ to 16,379 oz at Florida Canyon in Q2 2026
- Ore mined +47% QoQ to 4.4M tonnes; ore to leach pads +45% to 4.2M tonnes
- Record mining rate of 87,867 total tonnes per day, 16% higher than Q1 2026
- Strip ratio reduced to 0.81, a 38% quarter-over-quarter decrease
- Technical Report shows 74% increase in Proven & Probable Reserves and $0.8B after-tax free cash flow
- Strong liquidity with $111.1M in cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2026
Negative
- Gold recovery rate decreased from 59.9% in Q1 2026 to 57.8% in Q2 2026
News Explained
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26 | Annual meeting results | Neutral | -4.7% | Shareholders approved director elections, auditor appointment, and a rolling equity incentive plan. |
| Jun 25 | Feasibility study | Positive | -2.1% | Updated study increased reserves, extended mine life, and outlined substantial after-tax free cash flow. |
| Jun 02 | Engineering appointment | Neutral | -1.1% | Ausenco was appointed to lead DeLamar detailed engineering through the permitting process. |
| May 29 | Permitting milestone | Positive | +1.9% | The BLM published a Notice of Intent, formally beginning the DeLamar environmental review. |
| May 26 | Leadership appointments | Neutral | +2.9% | Integra appointed three senior mining executives and granted related equity awards. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent positive Florida Canyon and permitting announcements produced divergent reactions of -2.09% and aligned reactions of +1.86%.
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TSXV: ITR; NYSE American: ITRG
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The Company plans to release its second quarter 2026 financial results after market close on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, followed by a conference call hosted by senior management on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time / 7:00 AM Pacific Time.
(All amounts in
Q2 2026 Operational Highlights:
- Key Operating Metric Improvements Quarter-over-Quarter1:
30% increase in gold produced16% increase in total tonnes mined47% increase in ore mined45% increase in ore placed on heap leach pads21% increase in processed grade38% decrease in strip ratio8% decrease in waste mined
- The Company mined 4.4 million ("M") tonnes of ore and 3.6 M tonnes of waste at a strip ratio of 0.81 at the Florida Canyon Mine ("Florida Canyon" or the "Mine"). As a result, mining rates averaged 87,867 total tonnes per day ("tpd"), representing a record rate of total material movement at the Mine.
- The Florida Canyon Mine produced 16,379 ounces of gold and sold 15,794 ounces of gold during the second quarter, a
30% increase in gold production quarter-over-quarter. Gold production is expected to continue increasing through the second half of 2026, supported by the implementation of the N2 ore blending strategy, higher mining rates and increased ore stacking rates on the heap leach pads. - Florida Canyon achieved record mining rates during the second quarter, with total tonnes mined increasing
16% from the first quarter. The higher mining rates reflect the successful integration of new mining equipment into the fleet, positioning the operation for stronger gold production in the second half of 2026. - The Company released an updated Feasibility Study and Life of Mine Plan (the "Technical Report") for Florida Canyon which highlighted a materially enhanced operation with an 8-year mine life, a
74% increase in Proven and Probable Mineral Reserve, a17% increase in annual gold production and ("B") in after-tax free cash flow2.$0.8 billion
(1) | See first quarter and second quarter results below in the table titled: Second Quarter and Year-to-Date 2026 Florida Canyon Mine Operational Update. |
(2) | See news release dated June 25, 2026. This is a non-GAAP financial measure, please refer to the "Cautionary Note Regarding Non-GAAP Measures" disclosure at the end of this news release for a description of this measure. |
George Salamis, President, CEO and Director of Integra commented:
"Florida Canyon continued to build operational momentum during the second quarter, with gold production increasing
Beyond 2026, work is underway for the long-term transformation of Florida Canyon. As outlined in the June 2026 Technical Report news release, beginning in 2027 the Company expects higher annual gold production, lower operating costs, and stronger cash flow from an 8-year mine life, creating a stable operation to support the continued advancement of the DeLamar and Nevada North Projects."
Second Quarter and Year-to-Date 2026 Florida Canyon Mine Operational Update
Three months ended March 31, | Three months ended | Six months ended | ||
Unit (1) | 2026 | 2026 | 2026 | |
Ore mined | kt | 3,008 | 4,417 | 7,425 |
Waste mined | kt | 3,902 | 3,579 | 7,481 |
Strip ratio | waste/ore | 1.30 | 0.81 | 1.01 |
Ore direct to heap leach pads | kt | 1,074 | 2,332 | 3,406 |
Ore crushed | kt | 1,784 | 1,824 | 3,608 |
Total ore to heap leach pads | kt | 2,858 | 4,156 | 7,014 |
Processed grade | g/t Au | 0.19 | 0.23 | 0.22 |
Gold recovery rate | % | 59.9 % | 57.8 % | 58.5 % |
Gold produced | oz | 12,635 | 16,379 | 29,014 |
Gold sold | oz | 12,518 | 15,794 | 28,312 |
Silver produced | oz | 11,622 | 12,392 | 24,014 |
Silver sold | oz | 11,466 | 12,581 | 24,047 |
(1) | Unit abbreviations: kt = 1,000 metric tonnes, g/t = grams per tonne, Au = gold, oz = troy ounce |
(2) | Ore crushed includes material from stockpiles and ore mined. |
Florida Canyon produced 16,379 ounces of gold in the second quarter 2026, with 29,014 ounces of gold produced year-to-date. The blending strategy developed in the first quarter of 2026 for N2 ore continues to leach as expected.
Mining activity at Florida Canyon continued to accelerate during the second quarter, with approximately 8 M tonnes mined in total at an average mining rate of approximately 87,867 tpd. Record mining rates were achieved this quarter due to the integration of new mining equipment into the fleet over the last two quarters and shorter haul distances. Subsequent to quarter-end, ore stacking on the heap leach pads has exceeded expectations in July, positioning the operation for stronger gold production over the next two quarters. As a result of these mining rates, the Company maintains annual gold production guidance in 2026 of 70,000 to 75,000 ounces, with increased gold production expected over the balance of the year.
Second Quarter 2026 Consolidated Financial Position
Consolidated Financial Position | Unit (1) | June 30, 2026 |
Cash and cash equivalents |
(1) | Unit abbreviations: |
The financial information presented above is preliminary in nature and subject to completion of the Company's quarter-end financial reporting process. Final unaudited financial results may differ from these amounts and will be reported as part of the Company's quarter-end financial statements. Complete financial results for the second quarter 2026 will be reported and filed on Integra's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR profile at www.sec.gov on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Second Quarter 2026 Conference Call
Integra will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time / 7:00 AM Pacific Time, to discuss the second quarter 2026 results. Details for the conference call and webcast are included below.
Dial-In Numbers / Webcast:
Conference ID: 4645464
Toll Free: (800) 715-9871
Toll: +1 (646) 307-1963
Webcast: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/102640394
About Integra Resources Corp.
Integra is a growing precious metals producer in the Great Basin of the
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
George Salamis
President, CEO and Director
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Company website: www.integraresources.com
Office phone: 1 (604) 416-0576
Qualified Person
The scientific and technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by James Frost, P.Eng., Director, Technical Services of Integra, who is a "Qualified Person" as defined in National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101").
Forward Looking Statements
Certain information set forth in this news release contains "forward‐looking statements" and "forward‐looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation and in applicable
Investors are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date of this news release and, accordingly, are subject to change after such date. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements or the foregoing list of assumptions or factors, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Investors are urged to read the Company's filings with Canadian securities regulatory agencies, which can be viewed online under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
Cautionary Note Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Alternative performance measures in this news release such as "free cash flow" are furnished to provide additional information. These non-GAAP performance measures are included in this news release because these statistics are used as key performance measures that management uses to monitor and assess performance of Florida Canyon, and to plan and assess the overall effectiveness and efficiency of mining operations. These performance measures do not have a standardized meaning within International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") and, therefore, amounts presented may not be comparable to similar data presented by other mining companies. These performance measures should not be considered in isolation as a substitute for measures of performance in accordance with IFRS.
Free Cash Flow
Free cash flows are revenues net of operating costs, royalties, capital expenditures and cash taxes. The Company believes that this measure is useful to the external users in assessing the Company's ability to generate cash flows from the Project.
Cautionary Note for U.S. Investors Concerning Mineral Resources and Reserves
NI 43-101 is a rule of the Canadian Securities Administrators which establishes standards for all public disclosure an issuer makes of scientific and technical information concerning mineral projects. Technical disclosure contained in this news release has been prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 and the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum Classification System. These standards differ from the requirements of the
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Email: ir@integraresources.com
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