i-80 Gold (IAU) Q3 2025 earnings summary
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Q3 2025 earnings summary
15 Nov, 2025Executive summary
Achieved significant progress on Nevada-focused development plan, advancing Granite Creek, Archimedes, and Cove projects, with construction commenced at Archimedes and key milestones met.
Gross profit turned positive, reversing a prior loss, as gold sales nearly doubled year-over-year.
Strengthened operational team, initiated a new sustainability strategy, and advanced a performance-based culture.
Recapitalization strategy progressing, with strong support from lenders and capital providers, targeting financing by mid-2026.
Net asset value (NAV) rose 26.67% in Q3 2025, driven by a 16.36% increase in gold prices and higher share issuance.
Financial highlights
Q3 2025 revenue rose to $32 million from $11.5 million year-over-year, driven by higher gold sales and prices.
Gold sales increased to 9,400 ounces at an average realized price of $3,412/oz, up from 4,740 ounces at $2,441/oz.
Gross profit improved to $3.1 million from a $4.9 million loss; net loss was $42 million ($0.05/share), reflecting ongoing development investments.
Cash balance at quarter-end was $103 million, down due to development spending; cash used in operations was $15.2 million, improved from $23.5 million.
NAV per share rose from $49.29 at December 31, 2024, to $72.08 at September 30, 2025.
Outlook and guidance
On track to meet 2025 consolidated gold production guidance of 30,000–40,000 ounces, with Granite Creek contributing 20,000–30,000 ounces.
Multiple feasibility studies and technical milestones expected in the next 12–18 months, including Granite Creek, Cove, and Archimedes underground.
Anticipated construction decision for Lone Tree plant in Q2 2026, with commissioning by end of 2027.
Growth expenditures for 2025 expected at $40M–$50M, mainly for pre-development, evaluation, and exploration.
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