Strong Revenue Driven by Higher Gold Prices
Total revenue of $532 million in Q1 2026, up ~50% year-over-year from $355 million, driven by an average realized gold price of $4,891/oz.
Significant Earnings Improvement
Net earnings attributable to shareholders from continuing operations of $136 million ($0.69/share) versus $72 million ($0.35/share) a year ago (+89%). Adjusted net earnings were $188 million ($0.95/share) versus $56 million a year ago (+236%).
Solid Balance Sheet and Liquidity
Cash and cash equivalents of approximately $630 million at quarter end, providing flexibility to fund growth projects and capital allocation priorities.
Near-Term Growth Projects Progressing (Skouries & McIlvenna Bay)
Skouries ~94% complete with first concentrate expected in Q3; total project capital revised to $1.315 billion (increase of ~$155 million). McIlvenna Bay integration underway and nearing first concentrate production; $17 million of exploration approved for the remainder of 2026 and the company will provide production/cost outlook for MacBay in Q2.
Operational Outperformance at Lamaque and Olympias
Lamaque produced 42,306 oz in Q1 (+5% year-over-year) and received the TSM Gold Leadership Award (Level AAA). Olympias produced 14,319 payable oz (+21% year-over-year) with revenue rising to $88 million from $46 million (+91%), driven by higher gold and base-metal grades and recoveries.
Capital Allocation Actions and Shareholder Returns Initiated
Initiated a sustainable base dividend policy of $0.075 per share per quarter and repurchased over $80 million of shares in Q1, while maintaining a capital allocation framework prioritizing growth, exploration, balance sheet strength, dividends, and opportunistic buybacks.
Increased Exploration Investment
Exploration investment increased, including an incremental $17 million for the remainder of 2026 at McIlvenna Bay (on top of Foran’s ~$4 million plan) to target expansion and district-scale potential—reflecting focus on mine life extension and new discoveries.