Record Operating Margins
Sandstorm Gold Royalties achieved record operating margins with cash operating margins of $2,215 per ounce, marking a record for the second consecutive quarter, driven by higher gold prices.
Debt Reduction and Financial Health
Debt repayment accelerated with a $10 million repayment already made in Q4, reducing the debt to $369 million as of the call date. The company plans to continue focusing on debt reduction and share buybacks.
Greenstone Production Milestone
Equinox declared commercial production at Greenstone with throughput averaging over 20,000 tonnes per day, which is 76% of design capacity.
Significant Future Production Growth
Sandstorm anticipates production to increase to 155,000 ounces per annum over the next 5 years, driven by key development projects like Platreef, MARA, and Hod Maden.
High Gold Prices Boosting Cash Flow
Gold prices averaged $2,520 per ounce during Q3, leading to increased cash flow and positive financial performance.