AU posts higher Q3 2025 output; costs and capex increase
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
AngloGold Ashanti (AU) filed Q3 2025 operating statistics. Group gold production was 768 thousand ounces, up from 657 thousand a year ago, and nine‑month production reached 2,292 thousand versus 1,911 thousand. Managed operations delivered 682 thousand ounces, with notable contributions from Sukari at 135 thousand, Geita at 125 thousand and Kibali (45% attributable) at 86 thousand. Group gold sold was 764 thousand ounces versus 667 thousand, and 2,302 thousand for the nine months versus 1,954 thousand.
Costs rose alongside higher volumes. Group total cash costs were $940 million versus $769 million, and all‑in sustaining costs (AISC) were $1,314 million versus $1,078 million. Sustaining capital expenditure was $281 million versus $227 million. Excluding Sukari (acquired on 22 November 2024 as part of the Centamin acquisition), adjusted group production was 633 thousand ounces versus 657 thousand, with managed operations at 547 thousand versus 586 thousand.
By site: Iduapriem produced 60 thousand ounces; Obuasi 69 thousand; Siguiri 39 thousand; Sunrise Dam 52 thousand; Tropicana (70% attributable) 73 thousand; Cerro Vanguardia (92.5%) 43 thousand; AngloGold Ashanti Mineração 71 thousand; Serra Grande 15 thousand.
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Insights
Production rose on Sukari consolidation; costs increased broadly.
Production: Group output reached 768 thousand ounces in Q3 2025 versus 657 thousand, with strong contributions from Sukari 135 thousand, Geita 125 thousand, and Kibali 86 thousand. Nine‑month production was 2,292 thousand versus 1,911 thousand, indicating higher year‑to‑date volumes.
Costs and capex: Group total cash costs were
Takeaway: The report lists higher production driven by portfolio mix and acquisition effects, while cost metrics also increased. Subsequent filings may provide additional detail on margins by site and the full‑year impact.


