Aura Minerals (NASDAQ: AUGO) highlights 2025 growth, cash flow and projects
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Aura Minerals Inc. furnishes a detailed corporate presentation describing its diversified gold and copper operations, strong recent performance and multi‑year growth plan across the Americas.
For 2025, Aura reports production of 280 thousand gold equivalent ounces, net revenue of US$922 million, Adjusted EBITDA of US$548 million at an average realized gold price of US$3,446/oz, and recurring free cash flow of US$254 million. Cash conversion reached 67% and net debt to Adjusted EBITDA was 0.28x, reflecting a strong balance sheet.
The company highlights six operating mines, two development projects and one exploration project, supported by over US$587 million of growth and exploration capital since 2022 and US$314 million returned to shareholders via dividends and buybacks since 2021. 2026 guidance calls for consolidated production between 236–278 thousand GEO with higher sustaining and expansion capex to fund projects such as Borborema, Era Dorada, Matupá, expansions at Almas and optimization of the recently acquired Mineração Serra Grande asset.
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Aura pairs rapid production growth with low leverage and a deep project pipeline.
Aura Minerals presents itself as a growing Americas‑focused gold and copper producer with six operating mines and multiple development projects. Production increased to 280 thousand GEO in 2025, while net revenue reached
Balance sheet metrics are conservative, with net debt to Adjusted EBITDA of 0.28x and recurring free cash flow of
The presentation outlines 2026 production guidance of 236–278 thousand GEO and higher AISC driven by the integration of Mineração Serra Grande and mine sequencing at key assets. Several projects show high quoted economics, such as Borborema and Matupá with stated internal rates of return above
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of March 2026
Commission File Number: 001-42744
Aura Minerals Inc.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)
3390 Mary St,
Suite 116, Coconut Grove,
Florida, 33133, United States
+1 (305) 239 9332
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
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EXHIBIT INDEX
| Exhibit Number | Description | |
| 99.1 | Corporate Presentation |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| Aura Minerals Inc. | ||
| (Registrant) | ||
| Date: March 9, 2026 | /s/ João Kleber Cardoso | |
| João Kleber Cardoso | ||
| Chief Financial Officer | ||
Exhibit 99.1
DIVERSIFIED, GROWING GOLD AND COPPER PRODUCER NASDAQ: AUGO | B3: AURA33 March 2026 www.auraminerals.com
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Cautionary Statements 2 This presentation relating to Aura Minerals Inc. (the "Company") has been prepared solely for informational purposes and is to be maintained in strict confidence. You may not disclose any information contained herein to any other parties without the Company's prior express written permission. The Company has publicly filed a registration statement (including a preliminary prospectus) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) for the offering to which this presentation relates. No such registration statement has become effective as of the date of this presentation. Any offering of securities by the Company will only be made by means of a registration statement (including a prospectus) filed with the SEC, after such registration statement becomes effective. Before you invest, you should read the prospectus in that registration document and other documents that the Company has filed with the SEC for more complete information about the Company and this offering. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the prospectus related to the offering may be obtained, when available, from BofA Securities, Inc., 201 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28255 - 0001, Attention: Prospectus Department. This presentation shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities or an invitation or inducement to engage in investment activity nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification of such securities under the securities law of any such jurisdiction. Forward - looking Statements This presentation contains certain forward - looking information and forward - looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation and may include future - oriented financial information . Forward - looking statements and forward - looking information in this presentation may relate to, among other things : regulations and suspensions with respect to the Company’s operations, the strategic vision for the Company and expectations regarding expanding production capabilities and future financial or operational performance, Aura’s production and cost guidance ; conversion of mineral resources to mineral reserves, and the Company’s ability to successfully advance its growth and development projects . 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The Company has based these forward - looking statements and information on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events and these assumptions include : the economic viability of a project ; strategic plans, including the Company’s plans with respect to its properties ; the amount of mineral reserves and mineral resources ; the amount of future production over any period ; the amount of waste tonnes mined ; the amount of mining and haulage costs ; cash operating costs per gold equivalent ounce produced ; cash operating costs per copper pound produced ; operating costs ; strip ratios and mining rates ; expected grades and ounces of metals and minerals ; expected processing recoveries ; expected time frames ; prices of metals and minerals ; mine life ; gold hedge programs ; the ability of the Company to successfully maintain operations at its producing assets, or to restart these operations efficiently or economically, or at all ; and the ability of the Company to continue as a going concern . While the Company considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available, they may prove to be incorrect . Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on the forward - looking statements or information contained in this presentation . The Company cautions that forward - looking statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward - looking statements and information contained in this and the Company has made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors . Such factors include, without limitation : gold and copper or certain other commodity price volatility ; changes in debt and equity markets ; the uncertainties involved in interpreting geological data ; increases in costs ; environmental compliance and changes in environmental legislation and regulation ; interest rate and exchange rate fluctuations ; general economic conditions ; political stability and other risks involved in the mineral exploration and development industry . Forward - looking statements and information are designed to help readers understand management’s views as of that time with respect to future events and speak only as of the date they are made . Except as required by applicable law, the Company assumes no obligation to update or to publicly announce the results of any change to any forward - looking statement or information contained or incorporated by reference to reflect actual results, future events or developments, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting the forward - looking statements and information . If the Company updates any one or more forward - looking statements, no inference should be drawn that the Company will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward - looking statements . All forward - looking statements and information in this presentation are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement . We urge you to read the preliminary prospectus (filed as part of the registration statement on Form F - 1 filed by the Company with the SEC (Registration No . 333 - 287864 , as amended), including the uncertainties and factors discussed under “Risk Factors,” completely and with the understanding that actual future results may be materially different from expectations . Non - IFRS Measures This presentation includes financial information prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board. IFRS differs from the United States generally accepted accounting principles, or “U.S. GAAP,” in certain material respects and therefore may not be comparable to financial information presented by U.S. companies. This presentation also includes non - IFRS financial information, which should be considered supplemental to, not a substitute for, or superior to, the financial measure calculated in accordance with IFRS. There are a number of limitations related to the use of these non - IFRS financial measures and their nearest IFRS equivalents. For example, the Company’s definitions of non - IFRS financial measures may differ from non - IFRS financial measures used by other companies. For a reconciliation of these non - IFRS financial measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure, see the preliminary prospectus (filed as part of the registration statement on Form F - 1 filed by the Company with the SEC (Registration No. 333 - 287864, as amended), under “Summary Consolidated Financial and Other Data — Reconciliation of Non - IFRS Accounting Standards Financial Measures.” Market and Industry Data This presentation includes market and industry data and forecasts that the Company has derived from independent consultant reports, publicly available information, various industry publications, other published industry sources, and its internal data and estimates. Independent consultant reports, industry publications and other published industry sources generally indicate that the information contained therein was obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Although the Company believes that these third - party sources are reliable, it does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information, and the Company has not independently verified this information. The Company’s internal data and estimates are based upon information obtained from trade and business organizations and other contacts in the markets in which the Company operates and management’s understanding of industry conditions. Although the Company believes that such information is reliable, it has not had this information verified by any independent sources. 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DRIVEN BY PURPOSE AND PERFORMANCE Well - run diversified gold and copper portfolio with a well - balanced mix of operating and development assets 6 operating mines, 2 in development and 1 exploration project. Proven track record of value creation through several sources More than US$587 million of capex (1) since 2022, increasing reserves (P&P) by~20%, returning US$316 million to shareholders in dividends and buybacks since 2021 (dividend yield of 6.2% in 2025) while maintaining a low leverage (<1.0x Adjusted EBITDA) High return and cash generation , consistently beating market growth expectations Adjusted EBITDA of US$ 208 million on Q4 (at $4,090 /Oz) or US$548 million in 2025 (at $3,446/oz gold prices) (2) and recurring FCF of US$254 million (3) Cash Conversion (4) of 67%, alongside high returns, such as Borborema IRR of 32% at a gold price of $2,259/oz, Matupá IRR of 40% at a gold price of $1,995/oz, and Almas NPV of US$452mm at a gold price of $2,212/oz with a construction capex of US$76mm. Clear path to continue adding production ounces from several actionable growth initiatives Since 2018, Aura has delivered 130% production growth through operational efficiencies, development and inorganic expansion while maintaining attractive exploration upside at competitive costs (Aura’s AISC is below industry’s average). Company concluded MSG acquisition, with additional 4,761/GEO from December in the year production, from MSG acquisition post closing in Q4 2025. Aura also announced the agreement to relocate the federal road, which crosses a portion of the Borborema mine, and release an updated Feasibility Study, increasing its reserves in 82% totaling 1.5MOz. High performance team , Aura’s best asset Building a team and culture committed to excellence while optimizing execution and fostering innovation. 1. Includes Exploration and Expansion Capex, plus Exploration Expenses and Acquisitions. 2. Realized average gold price per ounce sold, net 3. Calculated as net cash generated by operating activities less additions to property, plant and equipment deducted by additions defined as expansion capex. 4. Cash Conversion is calculated as Net cash generated by operating activities less Adjusted Capex divided by Adjusted EBITDA. 3
Backed by a strong balance sheet with low leverage, broad network of banking relationships, and increasing free cash flow to support sustainable growth A gold and copper mining company with a business building culture and focused on project development in the Americas Structured to grow by developing and improving high - value projects and ensuring return for its shareholders 2025 Production 280k GEO Aura At - a - Glance Mines in Operation Exploration Projects Care & Maintenance 6 Projects in Development 2 1 2 Borborema RN, Brazil Aranzazu Zacatecas, Mexico Minosa Copan, Honduras Tolda Fría Caldas, Colômbia São Francisco MT, Brazil Matupá MT, Brazil Carajás PA, Brazill Almas TO, Brazil Apoena MT, Brazil Era Dorada Jutiapa, Guatemala 4 NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 2025 (1) Revenue Breakdown (% of Total Revenue) By Mine By Country Mexico Almas Minosa Aranzazu Honduras Brazil Apoena 1. Estimated based on Aranzazu’s production of copper, gold, silver and molybdenum in 2025. Mineração Serra Grande (“MSG”) (2) GO, Brazil 27% 13% 25% 21% 2% 25% 27% 48% Borborema 12% 82% 16% Gold Copper By Product (1) Others 2% MSG
Business - Building Culture High Quality Assets and Projects Generating value with high - quality assets and further development of advanced - stage projects Strong Balance Sheet Low leverage (0.28x (1) ), broad network of banking relationships, and increasing free cash flow to support sustainable growth Building a team and culture to N A S DAQ : s A u U p G p O o | r B t 3 a : A n U R e A v 3 o 3 l v ing business ww w . a u r c a m o m i n e m r a l s i . t c t o e m d to excellence • Realignment of portfolio 2017 - 2020 (Serrote, Almas, Matupá) • Borborema • Carajás • Era Dorada • MSG • Dual listed / US and Brazil • 12 banks in total • Bank Loans, Bonds, Royalties, Gold Loan Aura 360: • 385 evaluations in 2025 (30% higher compared to 2024) • 100% of internal promotions for Director positions (senior leadership) • 84% of internal promotions for medium management positions 1. Net Debt/Adjusted EBITDA Q3 25. 2. Fully licensed for an underground project 3. Includes exploration expenses and exploration CapEx Advance Exploration Re - Rating Developing − Existing Projects − Almas delivered on time & on budget (20 months from the start of construction to COD) Borborema delivered on time & on budget no LTI (24 months) − MSG acquired − Era Dorada fully licensed (2) with FS published in jan/25 − Matupá fully licensed at FS level − $104 million invested in Exploration (3) from 22 - 25, expanding mineral R&R at competitive costs − Matupá with Serrinhas, Pézão and Pé Quente − Carajás in Progress with promising results − Relevant Upsides: Almas UG, Borborema, Apoena − Growth: Development of current projects (brownfield and greenfield) + Potential M&As. Peers change during next years − Daily traded volume increased to US$ 30 - 40 million/day 5 Built for Growth Combined with Dividends Since 2017, Aura has transformed under new shareholders, board, and management, driven by a clear strategy and disciplined execution…
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 80 70 jan - 16 jan - 17 jan - 18 jan - 19 jan - 20 jan - 21 jan - 22 jan - 23 jan - 24 jan - 25 jan - 26 6 …we are now harvesting the results of these efforts, with much more growth and value creation to come. High Quality Assets and Projects Strong Balance Sheet Business - Building Culture Share Price Performance Underpinned by a Resilient Business Strategy ($ per share) Transformation Phase Growth Phase Current Plan Track Record of Delivering Shareholder Value Acquisition by Northwestern Enterprises New Management and Board Merger with Rio Novo Gold and Sale of Serrote Aranzazu Commercial Production Gold Road Acquisition Brazil IPO Ernesto Commercial Production Issuance of R $ 400 mm Senior Notes #1 Ranking on TSX Almas Construction Borborema Acquisition Sale of Gold Road Matupa Feasibility Almas Commercial Production Bluestone Acquisition Borborema Commissioning NASDAQ IPO Era Dorada Preliminary Economic Assessment Filing MSG Acquisition Source: Bloomberg February 2026. Borborema Construction Aura Announces Commercial Production at Borborema Aura delisted from the TSX feb - 26 Acquisition of the MSG Record Adjusted EBITDA in 2025 Agreement to relocate the federal road, which crosses a portion of the Borborema mine Construction License and commencement of early works at the Era Dorada Project
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 122 236 267 280 2018 2023 2024 2025 Performance accelerated after Borborema’s commercial production and MSG Strong performance stemmed from robust production growth, stringent cost discipline, and elevated metal prices Production (‘000 GEO (1) ) Cash Cost (2) (US$/GEO (1) ) 1,043 1,041 1,136 2023 2024 2025 AISC (3) (US$/GEO (1) ) 1,325 1,320 1,458 2023 2024 2025 +119% +93% Net Revenues (US$mm) 158 417 594 922 2018 2023 2024 2025 Adjusted EBITDA 1 , EBITDA Margin and Net Debt/EBITDA (US$mm, %, x) 22 134 267 548 2025 5 80 270 286 2018 2023 2024 2025 +484% +2,391% Free Cash Flow and Cash Conversion (US$mm, %) +4,480% Avg. Gold Price 2025: US$3,446/oz EBITDA Margin Cash Conversion 2018 2023 2024 14% 32% 45% Strong Results 1. Gold equivalent ounces, or GEO, is calculated by converting the production of silver and copper into gold using a ratio between the prices of these metals and gold. The prices used to calculate it at such proportions are based on the weighted average price of each of the metals obtained from sales at the Aranzazu Complex during the relevant period. 2. Refers to cash operating costs per gold equivalent ounce produced. It is a non - IFRS measure. See applicable reconciliation to IFRS in the Management’s Discussion and Analysis accompanying our financial statements filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. 3. Refers to all in sustaining costs per gold equivalent ounce produced. It is a non - IFRS measure. See applicable reconciliation to IFRS in the Management’s Discussion and Analysis accompanying our financial statements filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. 7 +130% 22% 60% 67% 67% 59% AISC constant 2024 metal prices: $1,375 Ex - MSG/constant prices: $1,363/GEO MSG ($3,187/GEO) and Aranzazu GEO conversion. CC ex - MSG $1,118
Focus on Cost Control and New Projects is Making AISC More Competitive Amid Rising Gold Prices All - in Sustaining Cost Global Curve 1 Q2 2025 (US$/GEO) 1) Sources: Metal Focus - Gold Mine Cost database – Q2 2025 edition; 2) Each company’s websites, as reported. First Quartile Second Quartile Third Quartile Fourth Quartile Aura’s strategy combines low - cost greenfield growth with acquiring higher - cost assets at attractive, low entry prices for turnaround. 2025e (1,417) Borborema Era Dorada 3.000 2.500 2.000 1.500 1.000 500 MSG Reported All - in Sustaining Cash Cost from selected large and mid - tier companies with at least two producing assets in the Americas (2) Jan - Sep 2025 (US$/GEO sold) 2025 Production (kGEO) 2025 AISC (US$) Company 3,447 1,517 Agnico Eagle 280 1,458 Aura 545 1,524 Alamos 2,070 1,571 Kinross 5,530 1,609 Newmont Corp 3,255 1,637 Barrick 488 1,664 Eldorado 2,591 1,709 AngloGold 857 1,925 Equinox 766 1,900 Iamgold 447 2,153 SSR Mining Matupá 1,376 1,492 1,637
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Production, CC and AISC met or exceeded our Annual Guidance 2025 9 1. Gold equivalent ounces, or GEO, is calculated by converting the production of silver and copper into gold using a ratio between the prices of these metals and gold. The prices used to calculate it at such proportions are based on the weighted average price of each of the metals obtained from sales at the Aranzazu Complex during the relevant period or projected for 2025 according to market consensus projections 2. This refers to cash operating costs per gold equivalent ounce sold 3. This refers to all in sustaining cost per gold equivalent ounce sold 4. It is a non - IFRS measure. See applicable reconciliation to IFRS in our earnings release report accompanying our financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov 5. Not including the development of Matupa or other expansionary projects in the 2026 Expansion Capex; if the Company’s Board of Directors approves new investments, the Company will inform the market and update is Expansion Capex guidance for 2026. 2025 Production, Cash Cost, AISC and Capex guidance vs. Actuals & 2025 Guidance Production Guidance Aura Consolidated thousand GEO 1,4 Cash cost 2, 4 per GEO 1 sold Guidance Aura Consolidated $/ GEO AISC 3, 4 per GEO 1 sold Guidance Aura Consolidated $/ GEO Capex Guidance Aura Consolidated $ million 53 15 111 2025 99 - 106 10 - 13 40 - 47 2025 Guidance New projects + Expansion Exploration Sustaining 179 149 - 167 2025 2025 at Guidance metal prices 2025 Guidance 1,136 1,070 1,191 1,078 280 285 266 300 1,492 1,458 1,374 2025 Guidance 2025 at Guidance metal prices 2025 Lower end of the guidance range Upper end of the guidance range 2025 2025 at Guidance metal prices 2025 Guidance
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Annual Guidance 2026 10 1. Gold equivalent ounces, or GEO, is calculated by converting the production of silver and copper into gold using a ratio between the prices of these metals and gold. The prices used to calculate it at such proportions are based on the weighted average price of each of the metals obtained from sales at the Aranzazu Complex during the relevant period or projected for 2026 according to market consensus projections 2. This refers to cash operating costs per gold equivalent ounce sold 3. This refers to all in sustaining cost per gold equivalent ounce sold 4. It is a non - IFRS measure. See applicable reconciliation to IFRS in our earnings release report accompanying our financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov 5. Not including the development of Matupa or other expansionary projects in the 2026 Expansion Capex; if the Company’s Board of Directors approves new investments, the Company will inform the market and update is Expansion Capex guidance for 2026. Production Guidance Aura Consolidated thousand GEO 1,4 AISC 3, 4 per GEO 1 sold Guidance Aura Consolidated $/ GEO Capex Guidance Aura Consolidated $ million 53 15 111 2025 111 - 130 19 - 25 105 - 123 2026 Guidance New projects + Expansion Exploration Sustaining 179 236 - 278 1,136 1,303 2025 2026 Guidance 1,411 1,458 1,720 2025 2026 Guidance 285 340 Lower end of the guidance range Upper end of the guidance range 2025 2026 Guidance 390 Cash cost 2, 4 per GEO 1 sold Guidance Aura Consolidated $/ GEO Ex MSG $ 1,151 - 1,239/GEO 1, 865 Ex MSG $ 1,488 - 1,601/GEO Main factors of CAPEX increase : - Sustaining: Inclusion of MSG and Borborema. - Exploration: Expanded exploration program and incorporation of MSG; - Expansion : (i) Underground Project and plant expansion at Almas; (ii) Nosde at Apoena; (iii) early works at Era Dorada; and others Aranzazu : impacted by metals prices and lower grades (mine sequencing) Main factors of Costs increase: - MSG : year of investments to improve operational efficiency initiatives, with total AISC expected of $ 3,072 – 3,318 per GEO. - Aranzazu : AISC +$157/GEO YoY (midpoint), due to metal price impacts; +6% driven by lower grades as a result of mine sequencing. - Almas : +33% (midpoint)YoY due to mine sequencing. Sustaining CAPEX increase due to a non recurrent mine development activities. Production Guidance Breakdown At 2026 prices: US$1,140 At 2026 prices: US$1.451 37 50 57 63 65 68 44 60 63 76 77 70 Aranzazu Borborema Minosa Almas MSG Apoena
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Growth in production with execution of high return projects (1) x Almas IRR of 64%, at US$ 1,900 gold x Borborema IRR of 81%, at US$2,600 gold and 50% leverage x Matupá IRR of 36% at US$ 1,900 gold and 50% leverage Growth in discovered gold and copper ( ² ) x ~563,558 ha x Ramping up investments in exploration from US$9.1M from 2017 to 2020 to US$22M in 2024 x +300% growth in M&I resources and +100% growth in P&P reserves since 2018 Increase in market multiple x Potential of increase of value from market multiple change for small gold producers reaching medium or large size Unlocking further value Supported by a healthy balance sheet (low indebtedness) + strong cash flows + fast payback from projects that allow high growth with payment of dividends Team and culture aligned to the highest standards in Aura 360 – EESG management 1. Considering gold price at US$ 1,712 and US$ 100 million debt for Borborema, and Gold Prices at US$ 1,900 and 50% leverage for Matupá, and Gold Prices at US$ 1,558 for Almas 2. All mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates included in this presentation have been prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43 - 101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43 - 101”). Readers are encouraged to review the AIF and full text of the Company’s other continuous disclosure documents. These documents are available on SEDAR and supply further information on the Company’s compliance with NI 43 - 101 requirements; 11
EXPANSION ON GOING OPERATIONS Operational Improvements & Capacity Expansion Almas Step 01: Expanding to 2.2 Mtpa (completed already) Step 02: Studies to expanding to 3.0 Mtpa (conclusion Q1 2026, implementation Q4 2026) Borborema Highway realignment to increase LOM by 2 MMoz Studies to expand plant Capacity: from 2Mtpa → 4 Mtpa + water system upgrades (conclusion Q2 2026) Aranzazu NA SD P A l Q an : A t u U p G g O r a | d B e 3 t : o A i U n R c r A e 3 a 3 se through put from 1.27Mtpa → ww w . 1 a . 3 u 5 r M a m t p i n a e i n r a 2 l s 0 . 2 c o 6 m NEW PROJECT CONSTRUCTION Era Dorada Completion of the Era Dorada Feasibility Study Estimated 22 - month construction period for Era Dorada Matupá All permits in the final fase and project ready for construction Still drilling to increase Resource and reserve at Matupá (Serrinhas and Pe Quente) ACQUISITON: MSG acquisition concluded Dec 1st Mine debottlenecking and mining method change under way to improve mine recovery Rebuild of mine equipment to increase fleet reliability and development efficiency Estimated 6 – 8 months of work, starting early 2026 267 83 80 111 55 3 Matupá 4 Internal Expansions Coming years 1) 3) 1 2 2024 Borborema MSG Era Dorada Despite Borborema already being in commercial production by November 2025, the number presented in this slide represents the average production for the first three years, based on the S - K 1300 Feasibility Study Report dated March 28, 2025. The MSG acquired in December 6, 25 >600k GEO 3) 4) Era Dorada average of production for the first 4 years of production SK - 1300 Feasibility Study dated December 08, 2025. Matupá average of production for the first four years based on the S - K 1300 Feasibility Study Report dated on October, 2022. Realized Ramp up phease Feasibility Study Stage Growth Plan: New Project Construction, Operational Improvements, and Acquisitions Potential Growth GEO + Carajás + Pézão and Pé Quente
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Almas Case Study Commercial production declared in Q3 2023 NPV (3) Construction CapEx Feasibility Study Gold Prices ($2,212/oz) (1) 452 M USD 76 M USD Ounces of gold mined 612k Borborema Project Commercial production declared in Q3 2025 Feasibility Study Gold Prices ($1,712/oz) (2) 21.9% Feasibility Study Gold Prices ($2,259/oz) (2) 32.1% 812k 812k On time, only 16 months and on Budget (benchmark) Ramp - Up in only 5 months (benchmark) Unlevered IRR Ounces of gold mined Construction/ramp up - On time and on Budget on 22 months (4) Potential to increase reserves and production – road reallocation 1. Based on Almas’ S - K 1300 Technical Report Summary as of April 10, 2025. 2. Based on the S - K 1300 Feasibility Study published on March 28, 2025 3. Pre - tax @ 5% discount rate 4. From the beginning of construction to the commercial production 13 5.9x
HONDURAS GUATEMALA Era Dorada Jutiapa Economical Assessment ~200km Minosa Copan ~200km between Era Dorada and Minosa ~160 km of road east - southeast of Guatemala City The nearest town is Asunción Mita, with a population of approximately 20,000 inhabitants Connected by the Pan - American Highway (the mine site is 6 km from the highway). Achieved Milestones Feasibility Study published in December/2025. Construction License and commencement of early works announced in January/2026. Following over 1,000 hours of dialogue with local communities and government authorities, we have secured the license for the initial construction phase. The current study demonstrate an improvement in the original project economics, allowing a flat production of 100kGEO. Environmental and accessories Permits are in place. Opportunity – Geothermal Project Project in early stage and licensed. Capacity to produce up to 50 megawatts of energy. Era Dorada NASDAQ:AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Annual Production (1) 111k GEO Rserve PP 1.751k GEO M&I and Inf 669k GEO Operational Highlights and Mineral Resources and Reserves (6) 1. Average of the first 4 years, including by - products. 2. Economic evaluation for the Era Dorada Project, part of the feasibility study, following the S - K 1300 standard, filed in June 2025. After taxes, with a discount rate of 5%. Gold realized Price considered in the Economic Analysis was of $3,177. 14 CapEx Construction (2) 382 M USD NPV (2) 1,344.5 M USD IRR (2) 35.6% 3.5x
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NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 1. Includes Exploration and Expansion Capex, plus Exploration Expenses and Acquisitions. 2. Proven & Probable. 3. All calculations are in accordance with Subpart 1300 of Regulation S - K, or “S - K 1300”. 4. Including Almas’ US$ 21 million royalties and US$ 10 million Gold Loan signed in December. 5. Includes only exploration CapEx. 6. Mineral R&R growth as disclosed by the company. 7. Buybacks and Acquisition of Treasury shares 18 Capex (in US$ million) Mineral Reserves & Mineral Resources and Production (3) (in millions of GEO) Dividends and Buybacks (7) (in US$ million) Adjusted EBITDA and Net Debt/Adjusted EBITDA (in US$ million, x) н + + $587 M (1) (Since 2022) $314 M (Since 2021) Continued Low leverage Project with high IRR Efficient oz discoveries ,ŝŐŚ ƌĞƚƵƌŶ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚ ŝǀŝĚĞŶĚƐ Proven Track Record of Value Creation Aura's track record over the past four years demonstrates its strength and disciplined execution of its strategic goals: growth, dividends and low leverage 2.0 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.2 ϭ͘ϭ 0.8 0.8 1.0 1.0 3.1 3.1 3.5 ϰ͘Ϯ 4.2 204 267 241 236 267 2020 2022 Inferred 2023 2024 Production (mm GEO) 64 47 137 111 24 Ϯϱ 22 24 54 74 143 75 160 ϮϬϵ 2022 2025 2023 Expansion 2024 Exploration M&A 85 20 Ϯϴ 43 116 9 13 85 29 28 ϱϲ 116 2021 2022 2023 2025 Dividends 2024 Buybacks ϭϯϰ 134 267 548 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.28 Ϭ 400 2022 2023 2025 2024 Net Debt/EBITDA (2) P&P +50% (6)
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Unmatched Exploration Pipeline 563,558 ha LOM and resource expansion underway Robust Growth Outlook With actions taken for organic and inorganic growth. Certificates Responsible Gold Mining Principles and ESR (Empresa Socialmente Responsável) in Honduras and México Capital Structure US$ 83,92 Share price (02/27/2026) 83.5 M Total shares (02/27/2026) US$ 7.0bn Market Cap. (02/27/2026) US$ 286 M Cash (2025) US$ 118 M Net Debt (2025) US$ 7.0bn Enterprise value (02/27/2026) US$ 62M ADTV 90D (until 02/27/2026) Public Shareholder Structure (1) High Quality Portfolio 6 Operating Mines (2) and Strong Development Pipeline Strong Balance Sheet Low Leverage, Strong Cashflow Business Building Culture Transformational Change Under Aura 360 Dividends enabled by strong cash flow generation, returning US$314 million to shareholders in dividends and buybacks since 2021 (dividend yield of 6.2% in 2025) Aura Minerals Recap 20 www.auraminerals.com 1. Source: Bloomberg, Fev, 2026 47.8% Northwestern .Enterprises 6.9% Kapitalo 2.5% Conway 1.9% Capital World Investors 1.5% BlackRock 0.8% Fidelity 0.3% Investco 0.2% Artisan 0.1% Vaneck 0.1% Vanguard
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Extremely Well - Built Culture 22 Institutional culture rooted in extreme accountability and performance discipline Sustained low leverage (<1.0x Adjusted EBITDA) over the years Shareholders interests are put first , no tolerance for empire building $314 M distributed in dividends and share buybacks to shareholders since 2021 with a dividend yield of 6.2% (2) in 2025. Laser - sharp focus on Free Cash Flow and long - term value creation through compounding returns Cash Conversion (1) of 67% in 2025. Borborema IRR of 32%, Matupá IRR of 40% and Almas NPV of US$452 M with a construction capex of US$76 M NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 1. Cash Conversion is calculated as Net cash generated by operating activities less Adjusted Capex divided by Adjusted EBITDA 2. Including shares and BDR buybacks.
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Assets Overview Diversified Portfolio of Gold and Copper Operating Assets Borborema Rio Grande do Norte Brazil Almas Tocantins Brazil Apoena Mato Grosso Brazil Minosa Copán Honduras Aranzazu Zacatecas México 12% 21% 13% 25% 27% 21 years 10 years 7 years 4 years 10 years Open - pit Open - pit Open - pit Open - pit Underground 29 Gold 57 Gold 35 Gold 72 Gold 83 (2) Copper, Gold and Silver Inf: 393 | M&I: 2,077 | P&P: 812 Inf: 100 | M&I: 951 | P&P: 674 Inf: 134 | M&I: 535 | P&P: 346 Inf: 123 | M&I: 821 | P&P: 429 Inf: 324 | M&I: 1,743 | P&P: 868 1,009 1,004 1,232 (1) 1,152 1,156 1,175 1,150 2,007 (1) 1,297 1,569 Location 2025 Revenue (% of Total ) LOM Mine Type 2025 Production (‘000 GEO) 2024 R&R (‘000 GEO ) 2025 Cash Cost ($/oz) 2025 AISC ($/oz) 23 Projects in Development Exploration Matupá • Mato Grosso, Brazil • Open - pit Gold Mine • Expected annual production of 42 - 55 (‘000 GEO) • Expected AISC of 710 - 762 ($/oz) Era Dorada • Jutiapa, Guatemala • Open - pit/Underground Gold Mine • Near surface gold deposit and a geothermal project with 50 MW of capacity Carajás • Pará, Brazil • Copper exploration target of 9,805 hectares • Located in one of the most important polymetallic districts in the world 1. increase in strip ratio and a decline in grades between periods, which was expected considering the mine sequencing as expansion activities to open the Nosde pit are currently underway. 2. Constant prices..
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 24 Maintaining Low Leverage to Extend Debt Maturity Profile Cash Position (US$ millions) and Financial Leverage Long Term vs. Short Term 286 100 132 120 60 Cash December 2025 < 1 year 2 - 3 years 4 - 5 years > 5 years 128 237 270 286 0.6x 0.6x 0.7x 0.28x 2022 2023 Cash Position 2024 Net Debt/Adjusted EBITDA 2025 Short Term 24% Long Term 76% Average Cost of Debt: 7.4% 34% 25% 19% 24% 66% 75% 81% 76% 2022 2024 Long Term 2025 2023 Short Term
Supported by a Full Set of Technical Capabilities 25 Proven Exploration: from exploration to reserve certification, delivered with exceptional cost discipline M&A is a fundamental part of its growth strategy M&A Track - Record: from core to growth, accelerating scale through targeted acquisitions with best - in - class integration Disciplined capital allocation among exploration, development, and M&A Evolution of Reserves and Resources (‘000 GEO) 1 4 62.5 % 62.3 % 62.8 % 61.2 % 64.3 % 65.2 % 37.5 % 37.7 % 37.2 % 38.8 % 35.7 % 34.8 % 4,978 5,101 6,017 6,979 9,968 9,881 2019 2020 2021 2023 2024 2022 M&I P&P US$ 25/oz Discovery cost US$ 165 M Exploration & Expansion Investments in 2024 US$ 119 M Exploration & Expansion Investments in Guidance for 2025 2009 San Andrés 2016 Apoena 2022 Borborema 2023 Carajás (Exploration license) 2024 Pé Quente and Pézão 2025 Era Dorada 2 Development Track - Record: from feasibility to first pour Benchmark on timing Recent examples of successful Borborema: 19 months projects Almas: 16 months and ramp - up in 4 months Benchmark on project cost management Borborema: under US$ 188mm (budget) Greenfield re - design Almas, Borborema and Era Dorada Borborema Delivering high returns Almas: IRR of 62% at US$1,900 gold Borborema: IRR of 40.8% at US$1,712 gold Robust Safety Record Zero LTIs in the last 9 months across all operations and projects, and recording only 1 LTIs in the last 2 years Almas 3 Operational Turnaround Excellence: transforming underperforming assets into high - margin operations Aranzazu Case Study Cash Cost (US$/lb CuEq) Life of Mine (Years) P&P Reserves (‘000 GEO) 10 868 +38% +81% $2.87 (40%) 628 5.5 $1.16 2014 2025 2024 2018 2024 2018
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 0.00 2024 Lost time injury frequency rate 65% of employees are from nearby communities 0.00 2025 Lost time injury frequency rate 100% Internal promotions for directors Shaping a better world , both for the present and the future Seasoned Management Team Board of Directors Paulo Carlos de Brito Non - Executive Chairman Paulo de Brito Filho Stephen Keith Independent Member Richmond Fenn Independent Member Bruno Mauad Independent Member Pedro Turqueto Independent Member High Performance Team and Complementary Board Skills Aura’s best asset Years at Aura Years of Experience +7 +24 +8 +21 +3 +20 +9 +29 Rodrigo Barbosa CEO Kleber Cardoso CFO and IR Head Glauber Luvizotto COO Isabela Dumont Head of People and ESG 26 4 out of 6 are independent
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 31 76 78 79 91 141 88 151 164 177 197 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Adjusted EBITDA & Margin ($mm, %) 2025 Net Revenue & % of Total ($mm, %) 29% 36% 42% 42% 33% ▪ Underground copper, gold and silver mining operation with flotation circuit to produce copper concentrate ▪ Deposit is a skarn/sediment replacement (Manto) ▪ Located in the prolific Concepcion del Oro Providencia, Mazapil district, where mining dates back almost 500 years ▪ District is host to world class deposits such as Tayahua (Minera Frisco), Camino Rojo (Orla Mining) and Penasquito Mine (Newmont) 2025 Operational Highlights 2024 Mineral Resources and Reserves Historical Results Aranzazu Zacatecas, Mexico Production (‘000 GEO) Cash Cost AISC 35% 50% 47% 45% 46% LOM 10 Years Cash Cost $1,156/Oz AISC $1,569/Oz Annual Production 83 kGEO Inferred 324 kGEO M&I 1,743 kGEO P&P 868 kGEO Copper Grade 1.50% Gold Grade 0.83 g/t Silver Grade 21.64 g/t Overview Geographic Footprint NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 27 27% 246 57% Cash Cost & AISC ($/oz) At Constant Prices (1) Source: Company’s filings. 1. Assumes constant prices based on : Copper price = US$5.06/lb; Gold Price = US$4,214/oz; Silver Price = US$56.86/oz and Molybdenum Price = US$22.12/oz 65 107 112 106 98 83 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 1,337 1,042 1,051 1,184 1,165 1,156 1,455 1,413 1,551 1,579 1,569 n.a. 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Summary of Operational Results Gold Copper P&P Reserves LoM Description Year - - Aranzazu was put in care - and maintenance due to higher costs and lower copper prices 2015 160kt Cu, 163koz Au, 2,675koz Ag 5.5 years Aura implemented material changes , reopened Aranzazu and attained commercial production by December 2018 188kt Cu, 206koz Au, 2,518koz Ag 6.8 years Aura invested $22 million in exploration, mostly allocated to Aranzazu (and Apoena) to convert resources into reserves 2019 & 2020 194kt Cu, 200koz Au, 3,714koz Ag n.a. Management planned an extensive drilling campaign of ~48,900 meters in 2021 at Aranzazu to support a future production expansion 2021 259kt Cu, 249koz Au, 5,419koz Ag ~7.0 years Aura invested approx. $7.5 million in 2022, drilling 37,685 meters at the mine 2022 270kt Cu, 245koz Au, 5,721koz Ag ~8.0 years Aura completed 24,840 meters of drilling at Aranzazu focused on the Glory Hole zones and nearby areas 2023 264kt Cu, 237koz Au, 6,129koz Ag ~10.0 years Aranzazu produced 98 kGEO, the largest Aura’s producing mine 2024 264kt Cu, 237koz Au, 6,129koz Ag ~10.0 years Aranzazu produced 100 kGEO, currently is the largest Aura’s producing mine 2025 Growth in Production: Aranzazu 28 … with better recovery rates… (recovery, %) Summary of Financial Results Accumulated Net Income (US$ million) We have several examples of proven track record, such as the restart of Aranzazu 28.101 Increased production… (Copper concentrate, DMT) 76.420 2014 2025 0.86% … with greater quality… (grade, % of Cu) 1.52% 2014 2025 80% 91% 2014 2025 57% 81% 2014 2025 … at lower costs (cash cost, US$/pound CuEq) 2.87 1.16 2014 2025 514 Accumulated EBITDA (US$ million) 2011 to 2015 - 30 2019 to 2025 250 - 82 2011 to 2015 2019 to 2025
Prospects and additional exploration initiatives PROJECT MOLYBDENUM: DECISION - MAKING AGILITY The local technical team has identified the potential for generating value as a by - product. Simplified feasibility study: 100% in 2024 Rapid construction of the treatment plant, with low decision - making risk. Initial investment: US$ 1.3 M Payback: 9 months Exploration • 2025 plans include 21,000m drilling budget, with 9,000m focused on resource expansion, conversion and extending Glory Hole • Exploration efforts are ramping up to extend ore discovery at depth in GHFW, Cabrestante, Mexicana, and new regional targets Aranzazu 29
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 58 45 49 27 39 72 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 ▪ Open - pit gold and silver (small quantities) mining operation. The complex consists of a processing plant fed by satellite mines ▪ Deposit varies in each satellite mine, from gold - rich quartz veins to orogenic gold Iode ▪ Located in the southwest of Mato Grosso state, near Pontes e Lacerda in Brazil ▪ Since Aura acquired Apoena, significant improvements have been made in geological interpretation, structural analysis and geometallurgy 2025 Operational Highlights 2024 Mineral Resources and Reserves Historical Results Apoena Mato Grosso, Brazil Production (‘000 GEO) Cash Cost & AISC ($/oz) Adjusted EBITDA & Margin ($mm, %) Net Revenue & % of Total ($mm, %) 38% 28% 31% 20% 15% 50% 38% 41% 33% 43% Inferred 134 kGEO M&I 535 kGEO P&P 346 kGEO Gold Grade 0.90 g/t Overview Geographic Footprint NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 30 Cash Cost AISC 13% 60% LOM 7 Years Cash Cost $1,232/Oz AISC $2,007/Oz Annual Production 35 kGEO Tax Incentives (1) SUDAM 1. Corporate tax rate of ~15.25%, considering the SUDAM special tax regime, which reduces the statutory income tax by ~75%. 67 61 68 46 37 35 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 115 118 20 84 90 120 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 743 1,170 1,189 1,232 n.a. 1,151 883 1,254 961 1,822 1,833 2,007 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Challenges Overcome Since Q1 24, Aura has made efforts to address licensing restrictions and geological challenges in the Aguapeí gold belt Quarterly Production (‘000 GEO) Operation adjusted to handle areas with lower grades, maintaining stability within the technical possibilities Challenges with the environmental license and geological complexity overcome by agile decentralized decision - making Development of the mine to reach regions offering higher grades, preparing the operation for more robust results in the future Expansion over the coming years Strategy focused on overcoming challenges and accessing richer ore grades Mostly in line with Q3 2025 and the Company’s plan. In 2025, Apoena produced 35k GEO, - 5% below 2024 as expected, but above the 2025 Guidance. Above2025 Guidance. 31 11 12 18 13 7 11 15 12 10 8 7 9 58 56 59 68 70 27 64 58 46 45 48 45 37 34 9 32 8 33 9 35 Q1 22 Q2 22 Q3 22 Q4 22 Q1 23 Q2 23 Q4 24 Q1 25 Q2 25 Q3 25 Q4 25 Q3 23 Q4 23 Quarterly Results Q1 24 Q2 24 Q3 24 LTM Production
Exploration Apoena: Consistent Growth and Expansion Potential Ernesto Connection Ernesto Cantina Middle Trap Lower Trap Japonês Oeste Japonês Nosde Lavrinha Proven Longevity: Ernesto started in 2017 with just 3 years of LOM, and after 9 years of operation, it now boasts proven reserves through 2029 — a clear track record of resource growth. Near - Mine Upside: Ongoing exploration is testing continuity in the middle and lower traps, while advancing JPW and Pombinhas toward official resource status — unlocking additional value close to existing infrastructure. Regional Growth Pipeline: A robust program of surface sampling and geophysical surveys is underway to mature multiple targets to the drilling stage, creating a strong pipeline for future discoveries and long - term growth .
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 44 81 26 34 83 144 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 95 155 109 122 178 2025 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Adjusted EBITDA & Margin ($mm, %) 2025 Operational Highlights 2024 Mineral Resources and Reserves Historical Results Minosa La Union, Honduras Production (‘000 GEO) Net Revenue & % of Total ($mm, %) 32% 37% 28% 29% 30% LOM 4 Years Cash Cost $1,152/Oz AISC $1,298/Oz Annual Production 72 kGEO Inferred 123 kGEO M&I 821 kGEO P&P 429 kGEO Gold Grade 0.44 g/t 2020 2021 2022 Cash Cost & AISC ($/oz) Overview Geographic Footprint NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com ▪ Open - pit heap leach gold and silver (small quantities) mining operation ▪ Deposit is classified as an epithermal gold deposit associated with extensional structures within tectonic rifts ▪ Located in the highlands of western Honduras, in the municipality of La Union, Department of Copan ▪ The mine has been in operation since 1983 and has a well - developed infrastructure 46% 52% 24% 28% 47% 33 Cash Cost AISC 25% 230 62% 61 88 61 66 78 72 2023 2024 2025 846 792 1,222 1,342 1,254 1,357 1,126 1,217 1,152 1,298 n.a. 985 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Increase in Production Consistent results delivery driving the increase in production Quarterly Production (‘000 GEO) Q 4 production totaled 18 k GEO, - 2 % QoQ and + 8 % YoY, mainly due to the impact of the rainy season . In 2025 , production was 72 k GEO, - 9 % vs 2024 mainly due to lower ore feed and weather issues, consistent with Aura’s expectations . In line with Guidance . 40 years in operation Process optimization: Specific improvements generating efficiency gains 34 18 17 14 12 19 21 19 18 18 18 18 86 79 76 61 57 57 14 16 60 18 66 18 71 19 74 77 78 77 76 73 72 Q1 22 Q2 22 Q3 22 Q4 22 Q1 23 Q2 23 Q4 24 Q1 25 Q2 25 Q3 25 Q4 25 Q3 23 Q4 23 Quarterly Results Q1 24 Q2 24 Q3 24 LTM Production
35 Exploration and additional potential • Minosa's 2025 plans include up to 5,000m of drilling focused on deeper sulphide zones with higher grades • Geophysical studies and surface sampling in SA III and IV show potential to expand new areas • Assessing potential from old, low - grade stacks Minosa Strategic Planning and Geological Exploration Phases of the Mine’s Life SA I: Thorough, detailed planning giving predictability in the results for two years SA I: Expected to increase LOM using old ore grades stacks, and already identified areas within the current licenses and permits SA I: Opportunities for ore in sulfide rocks SA III and IV: Geophysical studies and surface samples giving good results. Opportunities to expand to new areas of exploration Phases of the Mine’s Life • Increase in LOM • Operational flexibility • Increase in the production profile with smaller DTMs N A N S A D S A D Q A : Q A : U A G U O G O | B | 3 B : 3 A : U A R U A R 3 A 3 3 3 w w w . w a u . a r u a r m a m i n e i n r e a r l s a . l c s o . c m o m
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 10 75 132 2023 2024 2025 34 129 2023 2024 2025 18 54 57 2023 2024 2025 NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com 2025 Operational Highlights 2024 Mineral Resources and Reserves Historical Results Almas Tocantins, Brazil Production (‘000 GEO) Cash Cost & AISC ($/oz) Adjusted EBITDA & Margin ($mm, %) Net Revenue & % of Total ($mm, %) 8% 22% Inferred 100 kGEO M&I 951 kGEO P&P 674 kGEO Gold Grade 1.13 g/t Overview Geographic Footprint ▪ Open pit gold operation that consists of three deposits and several exploration targets ▪ Almas is the first greenfield project constructed by Aura with a flexible processing facility designed to handle upgrades ▪ Orogenic gold deposit consists of three main deposits, Paiol, Cata Funda and Vira Saia along a 15 km long corridor ▪ Located on the Almas Greenstone Belt, one of the largest but least explored in Brazil 29% 58% 36 Cash Cost AISC 68% 20% 196 LOM 10 Years Cash Cost $1,004/Oz AISC $1,150/Oz Annual Production 57 kGEO Tax Incentives (1) SUDAM 1. Corporate tax rate of ~15.25%, considering the SUDAM special tax regime, which reduces the statutory income tax by ~75%. 1,243 950 1,004 1,419 1,139 1,150 2023 2024 2025
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Almas Project Development Case Study Future: Potential Upsides: • Production Capacity Increase • Ongoing expansion • Expansion under study • Increase in the Life of Mine due to high geological potential of the region • Addition of +50k oz in 2P reserves already converted on year 1 • Additional drilling under way to further increase resources Feasibility Study Gold Prices ($1,900/oz) Ounces of gold mined 608k NPV US$ 292 M Project unlevered IRR 62% Unlevered after - tax payback 1.6 years The ramp - up was achieved in 2023 in 3 months, operating commercially at 4,000 tons per day with a recovery ratio above 90% 37 Past: Background Present: Results Actual vs. Planned: Construction Phase 50% 99% CapEx funded with project debt (%) 76 Construction CapEx (US$ millions) 12 4 Ramp - Up (months) FS 2021 Actuals Industry Benchmark 73 16 14 Construction Timelines (months) Actual vs. Planned: 2024 compared to Year 4Q24 Annualized FS 2021 4Q24 Annualized 54 67 Expected first year of full production ('000 ozs) $1,558 Gold Price +1,028 $2,586 $719 $713 AISC (US$/GEO) - 6 • Almas FS published in 2016 estimated a Capex of US$ 93 M (estimated at ~ US$ 120 M, at 2024 prices) • Aura acquired Almas in 2018, through a merger with Rio Novo Gold • FS reviewed and published in early 2021, with improved financial KPIs • Capex of US$ 73 M (1) (down from US$ 93 M) • NPV at US$ 186 M (1) (up from US$ 147 M) • Unlevered IRR of 44% (1) (up from 34%) 1. Considering Gold Price $1,558/oz
Increase in Production Driven by the operating stability and contribution of Almas Quarterly Production (‘000 GEO) Ramp - up begun in June 2023, achieving great efficiency in getting up to speed in just 3 months of operation Capacity expanded at the processing plant from 1.3 Mt/yr to 2.2 Mt/yr Record production in Q4 25, with gold production of 15.9 kOz Consistent results delivery with production stabilized From 15k GEO in Q3 2025 to 15,872 GEO in Q4 2025 (+5% QoQ), due to higher ore processed volumes and results of the plant expansion. 2025 production was 57k GEO, +5% vs 2024. In line with Guidance. Operating since Q3 23 Aura’s first greenfield project Ramp - Up 38 Stabilization Plant 1.5 Mt/yr 8 10 12 17 13 13 15 16 Contractor Substitution 47 40 15 11 54 Plant Expansion 1.8 Mt/yr to 2.2 Mt/yr 55 58 58 57 Q3 23 Q4 23 Q1 24 Q2 24 Q3 24 Q2 25 Q3 25 Q4 25 Quarterly Results Q4 24 Q1 25 LTM Production
Potential gains with Underground Increase in LOM; Operational flexibility; Exploitation of deep ore seams; Reduction in environmental desolation; Increased production profile through higher grades. Pit P2 Pit P3 Pit 2028 Level 290 Level 1 20 HG Grade Shell Concept study Phase 1 - Conceptual Engineering of the Exploration Tunnel Phase 2 – Review of the Geoscientific Models Phase 3 - Conceptual Engineering for an Integrated Open Pit and Underground project Image from the first extraction of the new drilling survey Potential increase in ore content (at the plant) +20% Timeline 2024 2025 2026 Drilling Conversion of inferred resources; Potential for Continuity; min eral; Conceptual Study of the Exploration Gallery Trade - off Feasibility of opening an exploration gallery; Opening of the exploration gallery Preparation for Underground Operations Almas Geological Potential: strategic plan to develop an exploration gallery (Paiol) 39
Paiol: Recent drilling confirms potential for UG , with significant continuity beyond the current resource pit limit (250m). The Technical Report for UG is scheduled for completion in Q1 2026, paving the way for higher - value production expansion . Others : Located in a largely underexplored greenstone belt, where surface work has already identified dozens of promising targets . These targets will undergo follow - up exploration in the coming years, representing significant potential for discovery and organic growth. Exploration Almas: Exploration and Strategic Growth Crixas 7.6 Moz (AngloGold) Pilar 3.2 Moz (Pilar Gold) Almas ~1.1 Moz (Aura) ~120,000m drilling Greenstone belt areas >1,000,000m drilling
TSX:ORA | B3:AURA33 | OTCQX:ORAAF www.auraminerals.com Borborema Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil Potential for increased reserves and production Project approved by DNIT Resource and reserve update 2025 Operational Highlights Mineral Resources and Reserves Inferred 393 kGEO M&I 2.077 kGEO P&P 812 kGEO LOM 11 Years IRR (1) 40.8% Year Production 28 kGEO Capex $65mm NPV (1) $182mm Tax Incentives (2) SUDENE Open Pit Gold Mine delivered on time on budget FUTURE HIGHWAY MODIFICATIONS
Borborema Capital Allocation Case Study 42 Feasibility Study Gold Prices ($1,900/oz) Gold Price Simulation ($2,600/oz) Potential Upsides: • Moving the road, expected to increase 2P reserves up to + 2M oz • Increasing production capacity once the mine is in production and de - risked Ounces of gold mined 812k 812k NPV US$ 182 M US$ 537 M +20 p.p. Project unlevered IRR 21.9% 41.8% +41 p.p. Unlevered after - tax payback 3.2 years 1.7 years - 1.5 year Zero LTIs during Construction Construction was concluded on time and on budget. Ramp - Up Announced March, 2025 and commercial production announced in Q3 25 Robust and competitive funding package implemented together with a risk management program (US$ million) Within Budget Within Schedule (19 months) Grey water and renewable energy, standing out as a global ESG benchmark 188 100 31 15 43 Implementation CapEx Term Loan Royalties + Gold Loan Derivatives Premiums Self Funded CapEx Projected to be a low - cost mine
NASDAQ: AUGO | B3:AURA33 www.auraminerals.com Borborema 43 Highlights of the Updated Feasibility Study and the Project: • Life of Mine 20 Years and 5 months: Weighted average annual gold production is estimated at 65 koz, with an estimated LOM of 20.5 years, based on Mineral Reserves estimated in accordance with S - K 1300 guidelines. • Robust Project Economics: Net present value (“NPV”) of US$612.5 million (from 182 million of the previous FS) and after - tax IRR of 42.8 % when using the weighted average gold price of USD 2,274/Oz considering all the operational years and the exchange rate used was BRL 5.70 for USD 1.00 in 2025 onwards. Site General Layout (Source: Deswik) Aura Signed the Agreement to Relocate Road at the Borborema Mine Unlocking an additional 670 Koz of gold in Mineral Reserves, totaling 1.5 Moz
Exploration Borborema: Unlocking Growth in the NE Corridor Strong Expansion Potential : Recent surface mapping and geophysical surveys indicate significant continuity of mineralization to the Northeast, beyond the current pit limits. High - Confidence Opportunity: Geological and magnetic anomalies confirm that the NE corridor is a priority growth zone, with drilling planned for the next exploration phases. Strategic Impact: This extension could substantially increase the resource base and extend LOM, reinforcing Borborema as a cornerstone for Aura’s long - term growth. LMP - 835 - 15 Gold Grains
Development Highlights After 4 years First 4 years CIL processing open pit Low - capex and high - margin LOM: 7 years Mineral Resources and Reserves: P&P: 309k GEO M&I: 316k GEO Inferred: 1,950 GEO Production: 42 kGEO/year Cash Cost: 592 $/oz AISC: 762 $/oz Grade: 1.19 g/ton Strip Ratio: 1.73 Production: 55 kGEO/year Cash Cost: 529 $/oz AISC: 710 $/oz Grade: 1.36 g/ton Strip Ratio: 1.83 1. All mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates included in this presentation have been prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43 - 101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43 - 101”). Readers are encouraged to review the AIF and full text of the Company’s other continuous disclosure documents. These documents are available on SEDAR and supply further information on the Company’s compliance with NI 43 - 101 requirements; 2. Based on weighted average consensus gold prices for the projected period of US$1,664 per ounce and debt/equity ratio of 50% 3. The potential in situ mineral resources presented in the Brazillian technical reports are prepared internally and not compatible with NI43 - 101 guidelines. QP has not done any work to validate historical data and historical estimates and did not review or have any opinion about the accuracy of underlying data or any parameters used to estimate or calculate the historical estimates. History • Consolidated land package of 62,500 ha in a promising region with large companies such as Anglo American, Codelco, Nexa, IAMGold and Yamana operating in and exploring the area • X1 porphyry gold/silver deposit: • M&I Mineral Resource of 0.3M Au oz at 1.07 g/t • 55 koz¹ of annual production in the first 4 years, with a current LOM of 7 years • Quick payback of 2.3 YeQars² and ROE of 50%² • NPV of USD$96M² and Capex of USD$107M will be structured with mix of debt/equity Matupá Mato Grosso, Brazil
Pé Quente Target Nilva Nilva Norte Rubens Goiano Barba Exploration Matupá: Positioned for LOM Expansion Future Outlook : This exploration strategy positions Matupá to deliver significant LOM extension and value creation , reinforcing Aura’s commitment to sustainable, high - margin growth. Current Focus : Drilling at Pé Quente is progressing well, with results confirming continuity of mineralization similar to X1 - a key indicator of resource scalability. High - Impact Targets : Prospects such as Serrinhas and Pé Quente have the potential to double current reserve and expanding the production profile , creating a strong foundation for long - term growth. Strategic Growth Zone : Aura is advancing exploration within a 50 km radius of the planned X1 plant , targeting high - potential areas that can transform the project’s scale.
Exploration Matupá Reserve Expansion: • Exploration efforts targeting areas within a 50 km radius of the planned X1 plant • Key Targets: X2, Serrinhas, Pé Quente, and Pezão – potential to double the current project reserves Pé Quente: • ~ 7 , 500 m of drilling completed in 2024 with results showing mineralization similar to X 1 . Notable intercepts : • 132 m @ 0 . 96 g/t Au , including 41 m @ 1 . 59 g/t Au • 63.9m @ 1.18 g/t Au 22,000m planned for 2025 across several targets
Carajás (Serra da Estrela) 32 Exploration Carajás, Brazil History • Carajás Mineral Province is one of the most important polymetallic districts in the world and hosts several IOCG deposits such as Sossego and Salobo Mines (owned by Vale), Pedra Branca, Igarapé Bahia - Alemão, Cristalino, Gameleira and Alvo 118 Exploration • Continuity over 6km and up to 250m depth • Average thickness: 60m w/ grades 0.3 - 0.4% Cu • Potential for Improvement: • Areas with higher drill density returned • ~16m @ 0.55% Cu. Indicates potential to increase average grades with additional drilling
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