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Neutral 67 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:67Neutral
Price Target:
C$64.00
▲(1.07% Upside)
Action:DowngradedDate:02/23/26
The score is driven primarily by improved financial results (revenue/earnings rebound and solid capital base) but held back by uneven cash conversion and higher leverage/capex intensity. Technicals indicate a constructive longer-term trend but near-term consolidation, while valuation is only moderate given a 25.69 P/E. Earnings-call outlook is positive on growth (Skouries ramp) but balanced by execution delays and elevated costs.
Positive Factors
Revenue and earnings recovery
Sustained multi-year revenue and net income growth demonstrates durable operating leverage and restored profitability. This trend strengthens internal funding capacity for growth projects, supports margins when sustained, and reduces reliance on external financing across a 2–6 month horizon and beyond.
Skouries ~90% complete; long-life asset
Near-completion of Skouries and large stockpiles materially de‑risk ramp-up timing and underline a multi-decade, high-quality asset. Commercial production should add low incremental AISC ounces and structurally improve company free cash generation and long-term unit-cost profile once ramped.
Equity-heavy balance sheet
A strengthened equity base and reported liquidity provide resilience during heavy project investment and allow continued capital returns (buybacks/dividend). This capital buffer supports project completion and cushions cyclicality, preserving strategic optionality over months to years.
Negative Factors
Inconsistent free cash flow
Negative free cash flow when including major project spend signals that organic cash generation currently lags capital needs. Persistent negative FCF would require sustained external funding or asset sales, constraining flexibility for dividends, buybacks, or further growth if Skouries underperforms.
Rising debt levels
Material increase in absolute debt raises interest and refinancing exposure, tightening the balance sheet covenant and cash-flow buffer. If commodity prices or operating performance weaken, higher leverage amplifies financial risk and limits ability to fund discretionary capital or absorb cost overruns.
Higher unit costs and royalties
Structural cost pressures—regulatory royalty increases, labor inflation, and higher waste stripping—compress margins and lengthen payback on new ounces. Elevated AISC at several mines reduces margin resilience and makes projected FCF improvements more sensitive to execution and price volatility.

Eldorado Gold (ELD) vs. iShares MSCI Canada ETF (EWC)

Eldorado Gold Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionEldorado Gold Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the mining, exploration, development, and sale of mineral products primarily in Turkey, Canada, Greece, and Romania. The company primarily produces gold, as well as silver, lead, and zinc. It holds a 100% interest in the Kisladag and Efemcukuru gold mines located in western Turkey; 100% interest in Lamaque gold mines located in Canada; and Olympias, Stratoni, Skouries, Perama Hill, and Sapes gold mines located in Greece, as well as the 80.5% interest in Certej development projects located in Romania. The company was formerly known as Eldorado Corporation Ltd. and changed its name to Eldorado Gold Corporation in April 1996. Eldorado Gold Corporation was incorporated in 1992 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyEldorado Gold generates revenue primarily through the production and sale of gold. The company operates several mines, where it extracts gold ore and processes it to produce gold bars, which are then sold on the open market. Key revenue streams include the sales of gold bullion and, to a lesser extent, silver and other by-products from its mining operations. Eldorado also benefits from the global demand for gold, which tends to rise in times of economic uncertainty, thus impacting its sales prices positively. Additionally, the company may enter into strategic partnerships and joint ventures to enhance its operational capabilities and expand its market reach, which can contribute to its overall earnings. Factors such as gold prices, production costs, and operational efficiency play significant roles in determining the company's profitability.

Eldorado Gold Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Feb 19, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:Apr 30, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call presents a predominantly positive narrative: the company achieved production at the high end of guidance, delivered strong revenue and operating cash flow, strengthened shareholder returns (buybacks and a dividend), advanced Skouries to ~90% construction completion with substantial stockpiles, and announced a strategic acquisition (Foran) and a material increase in exploration investment. Offsetting these positives are near-term execution and cost challenges — a modest Skouries start-up delay that adds ~$50 million of capital, negative free cash flow when Skouries spend is included, elevated royalties and production costs (royalties rose ~57%, production costs ~20% higher year-over-year), higher AISC at some operations, and weather/regulatory-related risks on the critical path. Management frames many issues as short-term or manageable given the long-life asset profile and strong balance sheet.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Achievement of Production Guidance and Operational Execution
Delivered full-year 2025 gold production of 488,268 ounces, achieving the high end of tightened guidance; Q4 2025 production was 123,416 ounces. Operations supported by strong performance at Lamaque, steady contributions from Kisladag and Efemçukuru, and a solid finish at Olympias.
Strong Financial Results
2025 revenue of $1.8 billion, operating cash flow of $743 million and net earnings attributable to shareholders of $520 million ($2.56 per share) for the full year; Q4 net earnings from continuing operations were $252 million ($1.26 per share). Cash flow from operations before changes in working capital increased to $752 million from $636 million year-over-year, a rise of $116 million (approximately 18.2%).
Free Cash Flow Excluding Skouries and Balance Sheet Strength
Full-year free cash flow excluding Skouries was positive $316 million (full-year free cash flow including Skouries was negative $233 million). Year-end total liquidity approximately $976 million and cash balance of $869 million after strategic investments.
Capital Return and Shareholder Discipline
Repurchased approximately $204 million of shares in 2025 (including ~$80 million purchased and canceled in Q4) under the NCIB program and announced initiation of a quarterly dividend program commencing Q1 2026, formalizing capital return framework.
Skouries Construction Progress and Long-life Asset Profile
Skouries construction ~90% complete with substantial ore stockpiles (more than 1.5 million tonnes) and open pit operating ahead of plan; first concentrate now expected early Q3 2026 and commercial production in Q4 2026. Management emphasizes multi-decade, high‑quality nature and long-term cash flow potential.
Safety Improvement
Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) improved to 0.55 in Q4 2025 from 1.02 in Q4 2024, an improvement of ~46.1% (0.47 absolute reduction), achieved during peak Skouries construction activity.
Strategic M&A and Portfolio Diversification
Announced acquisition of Foran Mining to add a high-quality Canadian copper-gold development asset, increasing copper exposure and long-term growth pipeline; management indicates positive early investor reception and complementary value creation potential.
Increased Exploration Investment and Growth Outlook
2026 planned exploration investment increased by 60% versus 2025 to $75–$85 million focused on resource conversion and discovery. Company expects ~40% production increase in 2027 vs 2025 from the existing portfolio plus Skouries, and 2026 consolidated production guidance of 490,000–590,000 ounces of gold and 20–40 million pounds of copper.
Negative Updates
Skouries Start-up Delay and Increased Capital
First concentrate modestly delayed to early Q3 2026 (commercial production Q4 2026). Delay is expected to increase construction capital by approximately $50 million. Causes cited include moisture damage to cyclone feed pump VFD capacitors and slower-than-expected power line approval/ramp-up of subcontractor activity.
Negative Free Cash Flow Including Skouries and Elevated Skouries Spend
Full-year free cash flow including Skouries was negative $233 million, driven largely by $475 million of Skouries capital investment in 2025 (including $137 million in Q4) and accelerated operational capital of $86 million for the project for the year.
Rising Production Costs and Royalties
Production costs increased to $678 million from $564 million year-over-year (an increase of $114 million, ~20.2%), with royalty expense rising to $124 million from just over $79 million (increase of ~$45 million, ~57.0%). Management cites higher royalties from regulatory change in Turkiye, labor cost inflation (notably in Turkiye), and currency/euro strength impacts.
Higher Unit Costs and Mine-Level Cost Pressure
All-in sustaining costs (AISC) rose to $1,664 per ounce sold for the full year and $1,894 per ounce sold in Q4. Specific asset pressure: Efemçukuru Q4 AISC $2,536/oz (with Q4 production down to 14,496 oz due to lower grade and recovery), Kisladag Q4 AISC $1,933/oz, and Lamaque Q4 AISC $1,392/oz.
Kisladag Operational Challenges and Lower Near-term Outlook
2026 guidance for Kisladag impacted by a high waste stripping year, longer-than-planned leach cycles and lower stacked grade. Management expects to increase waste stripping by ~6–8 million tonnes in 2026 (on top of typical ~20 million tonnes/year), which weighs on near-term production and capex but is intended to unlock western pit area for longer-term benefit.
Weather and Tailings/Filtation Execution Risks
Filtered tailings plant and tailings handling remain on the critical path; higher-than-historic rainfall caused mild impacts to accessibility/productivity during construction. Power line regulatory approval is outside the company’s direct control and remains an execution/inspection milestone required before full energization.
Company Guidance
The company’s 2026 guidance and 3‑year outlook targets material growth and disciplined capital deployment: consolidated 2026 gold production is guided at 490,000–590,000 ounces (with copper 20–40 million pounds) and consolidated AISC (pre‑Skouries commercial production) of $1,670–$1,870/oz; mine‑by‑mine 2026 guidance is Lamaque 185,000–200,000 oz, Kisladag 105,000–130,000 oz, Efemçukuru 70,000–80,000 oz and Greece/Olympias 70,000–80,000 oz, and the company expects ~40% higher production in 2027 vs 2025; 2026 growth capital and operations are $375–405 million, sustaining capital $140–165 million, and exploration is $75–85 million (a 60% increase vs 2025); Skouries remains ~90% complete with first concentrate now expected early Q3 2026 and commercial production in Q4 2026, the delay adding ~ $50 million to construction capital (2025 Skouries spend was $475 million, including $137 million in Q4), Skouries life‑of‑mine AISC is forecast at negative $100 to +$200/oz (net of by‑product) and expected to materially improve company FCF (third‑party estimates >20% FCF yield for 2027+), while near‑term mine plans include ~6–8 million tonnes of additional waste stripping at Kisladag in 2026 (typical annual waste ~20 Mt) and stockpiles at Skouries exceed 1.5 million tonnes to support ramp‑up.

Eldorado Gold Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong multi-year revenue and earnings acceleration through 2025 and a solid equity base support the score, but rising debt and weak/negative free cash flow (notably 2025) temper fundamentals and increase sensitivity to execution and commodity-cycle swings.
Income Statement
78
Positive
Revenue has accelerated meaningfully, rising from $1.01B (2023) to $1.32B (2024) and $1.85B (2025). Profitability has also improved sharply versus the 2022 loss, with net income increasing from $105M (2023) to $289M (2024) and $516M (2025), indicating a strong earnings recovery and operating leverage. The main weakness is volatility across the cycle (including a net loss in 2022) and margin compression risk as the company scaled, as 2023 gross profitability was notably higher than 2024.
Balance Sheet
74
Positive
The balance sheet remains equity-heavy, with stockholders’ equity growing from $3.52B (2023) to $3.90B (2024) and $4.27B (2025), supporting a solid capital base. Leverage is moderate with debt-to-equity at ~0.24 in 2024, but total debt increased materially to $1.30B in 2025 from $0.94B in 2024, which reduces flexibility if gold prices or operating performance soften. Returns on equity improved to ~7.4% in 2024 from ~3.0% in 2023, but are still not consistently high across the period.
Cash Flow
60
Neutral
Operating cash flow is improving (from $383M in 2023 to $645M in 2024 and $686M in 2025), and 2024 operating cash flow was comfortably above net income. However, free cash flow is inconsistent and turned sharply negative in 2025 (-$195M) after being only slightly positive in 2024 (~$16M), suggesting heavy reinvestment and/or working-capital swings. This weaker free-cash generation is the key constraint despite stronger earnings.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue1.85B1.32B1.01B871.46M943.47M
Gross Profit830.50M507.93M513.45M171.69M292.77M
EBITDA1.04B710.50M458.20M289.46M427.12M
Net Income516.14M289.12M104.63M-49.37M11.10M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets6.72B5.84B4.99B4.46B4.93B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments867.77M995.73M544.44M314.87M481.49M
Total Debt1.30B937.72M658.81M511.36M511.89M
Total Liabilities2.44B1.95B1.48B1.26B1.29B
Stockholders Equity4.27B3.90B3.52B3.20B3.57B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow-195.41M15.54M-29.34M-108.99M55.83M
Operating Cash Flow686.12M645.25M383.31M211.00M362.37M
Investing Cash Flow-783.88M-630.61M-395.68M-370.89M-265.88M
Financing Cash Flow88.44M301.27M273.88M-41.34M-67.13M

Eldorado Gold Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price63.32
Price Trends
50DMA
56.97
Positive
100DMA
48.57
Positive
200DMA
39.93
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
1.58
Positive
RSI
57.24
Neutral
STOCH
68.60
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:ELD, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 63.32 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 59.42, above the 50-day MA of 56.97, and above the 200-day MA of 39.93, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 1.58 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 57.24 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 68.60 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for TSE:ELD.

Eldorado Gold Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
83
Outperform
C$13.18B21.2016.54%0.51%37.75%59.97%
81
Outperform
C$13.10B15.2530.76%0.42%51.00%532.40%
73
Outperform
C$14.45B41.9922.29%48.70%1718.41%
67
Neutral
C$12.57B18.0812.72%44.88%38.67%
66
Neutral
C$10.96B19.7812.22%1.71%34.31%
62
Neutral
C$10.53B29.9828.16%
61
Neutral
$10.43B7.12-0.05%2.87%2.86%-36.73%
* Basic Materials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:ELD
Eldorado Gold
63.32
43.68
222.45%
TSE:NGD
New Gold
18.25
14.36
369.15%
TSE:BTO
B2Gold
8.20
4.39
114.94%
TSE:OGC
OceanaGold
58.17
46.85
413.69%
TSE:DPM
Dundee Precious Mtl
59.38
42.47
251.09%
TSE:ARTG
Artemis Gold
45.42
29.42
183.88%

Eldorado Gold Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyM&A Transactions
Eldorado Gold to Acquire Foran Mining, Creating Gold‑Copper Producer With Major Growth Pipeline
Positive
Feb 2, 2026

Eldorado Gold has agreed to acquire Foran Mining in an all-share transaction that will create a larger gold‑copper miner with a diversified portfolio anchored by the Skouries and McIlvenna Bay projects, both expected to reach commercial production by mid‑2026. The combined company is targeting around 900,000 gold-equivalent ounces of production in 2027 and projects EBITDA of about $2.1 billion and free cash flow of roughly $1.5 billion that year, positioning it for self-funded growth, balance sheet strengthening, and continued capital returns, while enhancing jurisdictional diversification, exploration upside, and potential for a valuation re-rating as a sustainability-focused, sector-leading producer.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Buy with a C$74.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
Eldorado Gold Unveils New High-Grade Discoveries in Canada and Greece, Eyes Expansion at Lamaque
Positive
Jan 27, 2026

Eldorado Gold has reported strong exploration results, announcing four new high-grade zones at its Lamaque Complex in Quebec and significant new high-grade gold, silver, lead and zinc mineralization at the Olympias mine in Greece, alongside discovery of a gold‑copper skarn system near the historic Stratoni operation. Building on these results, the company has launched studies to potentially double processing throughput at Lamaque’s Sigma mill toward its fully permitted capacity and is advancing follow-up drilling in Greece, while also expanding its exploration footprint in Turkiye, underscoring a strategy of low‑risk, capital‑efficient organic growth and additional development options that could support longer mine lives and enhanced value for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Buy with a C$72.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock BuybackDividends
Eldorado Gold Initiates Quarterly Dividend as Skouries Nears Cash Generation
Positive
Jan 22, 2026

Eldorado Gold has launched a regular quarterly dividend program and declared an initial dividend of US$0.075 per common share, payable on March 13, 2026 to shareholders of record on February 27, 2026, marking a new phase of direct cash returns to investors. Management framed the move, alongside roughly US$204 million of share repurchases in 2025, as part of a disciplined capital-return strategy supported by the company’s strong financial position and expected cash flow from the Skouries project, while noting that future dividend levels will remain at the board’s discretion and contingent on financial performance, capital needs and market conditions; dividends will be paid in U.S. dollars with options for Canadian-dollar conversion for eligible shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Buy with a C$74.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board ChangesFinancial Disclosures
Eldorado Gold Hits Top End of 2025 Output Guidance and Strengthens Board
Positive
Jan 20, 2026

Eldorado Gold reported preliminary 2025 gold output of 488,268 ounces, hitting the upper end of its annual production guidance, with fourth-quarter production of 123,418 ounces underpinned by strong performance at the Lamaque Complex and steady contributions from Kisladag and Efemcukuru. Output at Olympias rebounded sharply in the fourth quarter following processing improvements, underscoring operational recovery at the Greek mine, while the appointment of veteran geologist and mining finance executive Dr. Sally Eyre to the board is expected to bolster technical oversight and strategic execution as Eldorado advances its growth projects; the company also outlined its timetable for releasing full-year 2025 financial and operational results, including a February 2026 conference call for investors.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Sell with a C$33.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
Eldorado Gold Targets Transformational Growth From Greek Projects in 2026
Positive
Jan 20, 2026

Eldorado Gold outlined a major growth push in Greece centered on three projects—Skouries, Olympias expansion and Perama Hill—that are expected to drive substantial production increases, better margins and stronger cash flow from 2026 onward. The flagship Skouries copper-gold project is nearing completion, with first concentrate output targeted for late Q1 2026 and commercial production by mid-2026, supported by advanced construction progress, established ore stockpiles, fully staffed processing and maintenance teams, and concentrate off-take terms benefitting from robust copper market conditions. At Olympias, a mill expansion from 500,000 to 650,000 tonnes per year is on track for completion in the third quarter of 2026 with ramp-up in the fourth quarter, while newly negotiated concentrate contracts for 2026 offer substantially better payability and treatment terms, providing a material uplift to future cash flows. Perama Hill is moving toward development with the environmental impact assessment submitted, community consultations underway, and a specialized project team and external engineering firm engaged on a feasibility update, underscoring Greece’s growing strategic importance to Eldorado and signalling potentially significant long-term benefits for the company’s production profile and for local stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Sell with a C$33.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
Eldorado Gold Boosts Investment in Amex Exploration
Positive
Dec 17, 2025

Eldorado Gold Corporation has acquired an additional 14,868,200 common shares of Amex Exploration Inc., increasing its ownership stake to 27.27% on a non-diluted basis. This strategic purchase, executed through a private agreement, reflects Eldorado’s focus on investment opportunities and may signal potential adjustments to its holdings in response to market conditions, highlighting its dedication to strategic growth while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Buy with a C$47.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
Eldorado Gold Boosts Stake in Amex Exploration
Positive
Dec 17, 2025

Eldorado Gold has acquired 14,868,200 additional shares in Amex Exploration Inc. for C$59,472,800 through a private agreement, raising its ownership stake to approximately 27.27% of Amex’s outstanding common shares. The acquisition, driven by an unsolicited investment opportunity, enhances Eldorado’s position and influence within Amex while reflecting the company’s strategic approach to investments in mining and exploration ventures, offering potential growth and operational synergies for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Buy with a C$47.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
Eldorado Gold Increases Mineral Reserves, Strengthening Future Production
Positive
Nov 26, 2025

Eldorado Gold has released its updated Mineral Reserve and Resource estimates, reporting a 5% increase in Mineral Reserves as of September 30, 2025. This growth is attributed to successful exploration and resource conversion at key operations such as the Lamaque Complex, which saw a 25% increase in reserves. The update, based on a higher gold price assumption, strengthens Eldorado’s production outlook for the next decade and highlights its commitment to organic growth and exploration.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:ELD) stock is a Sell with a C$28.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Eldorado Gold stock, see the TSE:ELD Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 23, 2026