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Sep 30, 2024
Gold Resource Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Reported a net loss due to decreased net sales impacted by equipment availability, lack of multiple faces to mine, and unfavorable weather conditions.
Key Takeaways
Gold Resource Corporation reported a net loss of $10.5 million for Q3 2024, primarily due to decreased net sales resulting from equipment issues, limited mining faces, and adverse weather. The company's working capital stood at $6.1 million, with a cash balance of $1.4 million. The company is seeking $7 million to obtain additional mining equipment and mill upgrades.
Produced and sold 1,357 ounces of gold and 181,434 ounces of silver.
Produced and sold 1,473 tonnes of zinc, 98 tonnes of copper, and 467 tonnes of lead.
Working capital of $6.1 million and cash balance of $1.4 million at September 30, 2024.
Net loss was $10.5 million or $0.11 per share for the quarter.
Gold Resource
Gold Resource
Forward Guidance
The Company anticipates needing approximately $7 million to obtain additional mining equipment and mill upgrades, as well as approximately $8 million in working capital to fund the initial development to access the Three Sisters and Splay 31 systems.
Challenges Ahead
- Tonnes and grade have declined during 2024 and are below budget, especially in the third quarter.
- The Company has encountered significant issues with equipment availability due to the age and condition of some of the critical mining equipment in use at the mine.
- The Company has not been able to maintain its projected timeline for development of future production zones.
- The mill also experienced some mechanical issues and wet ore handling difficulties due to unusually high rain fall that resulted in lower throughput and a production shortfall.
- The Company’s inability to achieve its production estimates have created a substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.