Equinox Gold boosts quarterly dividend by 50%

Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/05/2026 - 05:27 PM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

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Equinox Gold Corp. reports that its Board of Directors has approved a 50% increase to the company’s cash dividend, resulting in an annualized dividend of US$0.09 per common share. The Board also approved a quarterly dividend for the second quarter of 2026.

The quarterly cash dividend of US$0.0225 per common share is payable on September 2, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2026. The dividend is designated as an “eligible dividend” for Canadian income tax purposes. Future dividends remain at the Board’s discretion and will depend on financial results, capital needs, business conditions, and legal and covenant requirements, with the dividend policy to be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Positive

• 50% increase in cash dividend to an annualized US$0.09 per share signals a higher planned cash return to equity holders, subject to ongoing Board discretion and company performance.

Negative

• None.

Key Figures

Annualized cash dividend: US$0.09 per common share Quarterly cash dividend: US$0.0225 per common share Dividend increase: 50% +2 more

5 metrics

Annualized cash dividend US$0.09 per common share Board-approved annualized dividend level following 50% increase

Quarterly cash dividend US$0.0225 per common share Dividend declared for the second quarter of 2026

Dividend increase 50% Percentage increase in the company’s cash dividend approved by the Board

Dividend payment date September 2, 2026 Date the Q2 2026 dividend will be paid to eligible shareholders

Dividend record date August 19, 2026 Record date determining shareholders entitled to the Q2 2026 dividend

Key Terms

eligible dividend, Forward-looking Information, Annual Information Form

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eligible dividend financial

"The dividend is designated as an “eligible dividend” for Canadian income tax purposes."

An eligible dividend is a type of company payout treated as higher-quality income for tax purposes, typically coming from a corporation’s profits that have already been taxed at higher corporate rates. For investors this matters because eligible dividends usually result in a larger tax benefit or lower personal tax than other dividends, so they increase the after-tax return much like getting a thicker coupon on the same purchase.

Forward-looking Information regulatory

"This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements..."

Forward-looking information are predictions, plans, estimates or expectations about a company’s future performance, results or events, such as sales forecasts, project timelines, or anticipated costs. It matters to investors because these statements guide expectations but rely on assumptions and uncertain factors—like a weather forecast for a business—so investors should treat them as informed guesses rather than guarantees and consider the risks and possible changes behind the numbers.

Annual Information Form regulatory

"in the section “Risks Related to the Business” in Equinox Gold’s most recently filed Annual Information Form"

A company's annual information form is a comprehensive regulatory filing that lays out its business description, key assets, risks, legal matters and other background details shareholders need to understand the company’s operations. Think of it as a detailed owner’s manual or dossier that supplements financial statements, helping investors do deeper homework on how the business works and what could affect its future performance.

FAQ

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What dividend did Equinox Gold (EQX) declare for the second quarter of 2026?

Equinox Gold declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.0225 per common share for the second quarter of 2026. The dividend forms part of an updated policy that targets US$0.09 per share annually, subject to Board discretion and business conditions.

By how much did Equinox Gold (EQX) increase its cash dividend?

Equinox Gold’s Board approved a 50% increase to the company’s cash dividend, bringing the annualized payout to US$0.09 per common share. This higher level underpins the newly amended dividend policy, while remaining subject to ongoing review by the Board.

When will Equinox Gold’s (EQX) latest dividend be paid and who qualifies?

The quarterly dividend of US$0.0225 per share will be paid on September 2, 2026. Shareholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2026 will be entitled to receive this dividend, according to the company’s announcement.

How will Equinox Gold’s (EQX) future dividends be determined?

Future dividends will be set at the Board’s discretion, based on factors including financial results, capital requirements, business conditions, and compliance with legal and debt covenant requirements. The company plans to review its dividend policy on an ongoing basis and may amend it at any time.

Is Equinox Gold’s (EQX) dividend considered an eligible dividend for Canadian tax purposes?

Yes. Equinox Gold states that the quarterly cash dividend is designated as an “eligible dividend” for Canadian income tax purposes. This tax classification may provide preferential treatment for eligible Canadian taxpayers under applicable income tax legislation.

Where can investors find risk factors related to Equinox Gold’s (EQX) dividend policy?

Risks affecting Equinox Gold’s dividend policy are discussed in the “Risk Factors” sections of its Management Information Circular and most recent MD&A, and in “Risks Related to the Business” in its latest Annual Information Form, available on SEDAR+ and EDGAR.

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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 August 2026

Commission File Number: 001-39038

EQUINOX GOLD CORP.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)

700 West Pender Street, Suite 1501, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 1G8
(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.
Form 20-F [   ]      Form 40-F [ X ]

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.

		EQUINOX GOLD CORP.
		(Registrant)
Date: August 5, 2026		/s/ Rhylin Bailie
		Rhylin Bailie
		VP Investor Relations

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Press Release dated August 5, 2026

EXHIBIT 99.1

Equinox Gold Increases Cash Dividend by 50%; Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend of US$0.0225 per Common Share

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX, NYSE American: EQX) (“Equinox Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors (“Board”) has approved a 50% increase to the Company’s cash dividend, which will amount to US$0.09 per common share on an annualized basis.

The Board of Directors has also approved the Company’s quarterly dividend for the second quarter of 2026. The quarterly cash dividend of US$0.0225 per common share is payable on September 2, 2026, to shareholders of record as at the close of business on August 19, 2026.

The dividend is designated as an “eligible dividend” for Canadian income tax purposes.

The declaration, amount, and payment of future dividends remain subject to the discretion of the Board and will depend upon the Company’s financial results, capital requirements, business conditions, compliance with applicable legal and debt covenant requirements and other factors considered relevant. The Company will review its dividend policy on an ongoing basis and may amend it at any time.

Equinox Gold Contact
Etienne Morin, Chief Capital Markets Officer
E: etienne.morin@equinoxgold.com
T: +1 604.260.0516

Ingrid Rico, SVP Capital Markets
E: ingrid.rico@equinoxgold.com
T: +1 604.260.0516

Cautionary Notes & Forward-looking Statements
This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation and may include future-oriented financial information or financial outlook information (collectively “Forward-looking Information”). Forward-looking Information in this news release relates to the Company’s amended dividend policy, including the expected amount of any future quarterly dividend. Forward-looking Information is generally identified by words such as “will”, “future”, and similar expressions, or statements that actions, events or results “may”, “could” or “should” occur. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in the Forward-looking Information are reasonable, readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on Forward-looking Information as actual results may differ materially. Forward-looking Information in this news release is based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events and these assumptions include: Equinox Gold’s ability to achieve the production, cost and development expectations for its respective operations and projects; prices for gold remaining as estimated; and availability of funds for the Company’s projects and future cash requirements, including for any dividend. While the Company considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available, they may prove to be incorrect. Forward-looking Information involves numerous risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These factors include those described in the section “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Management Information Circular dated June 19, 2026, in the section “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent MD&A, and in the section “Risks Related to the Business” in Equinox Gold’s most recently filed Annual Information Form, each available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar. Forward-looking Information reflects management’s current expectations and assumptions and is subject to change. Except as required by applicable law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or publicly revise any Forward-looking Information, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise. No inference should be drawn from any update that the Company will make further updates. All Forward-looking Information in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

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