The chart below shows how EQX performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, EQX sees a +4.02% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.96% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -2.03%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record Gold Production Achievement: 1. Record Gold Production: Equinox Gold achieved a record third quarter with nearly 174,000 gold ounces produced and sold, contributing to revenues of $428 million, driven by higher production and gold prices.
Adjusted EBITDA Surge: 2. Strong Adjusted EBITDA Growth: The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of $142 million for Q3 2024, an increase of $61 million compared to Q3 2023, reflecting the positive impact of increased revenues.
Greenstone Gold Production: 3. Successful Greenstone Ramp-Up: Greenstone produced over 42,000 ounces of gold in Q3, with an all-in sustaining cost of $938 per ounce, marking a successful ramp-up to commercial production.
Strong Operational Cash Flow: 4. Significant Cash Flow Generation: Cash flow from operations before changes in noncash working capital was $130 million, equating to $0.30 per share, indicating strong operational cash generation.
Liquidity Enhancement: 5. Increased Liquidity Position: As of September 30, Equinox Gold had $168 million in unrestricted cash and $105 million available on its revolving credit facility, enhancing its financial flexibility.
Negative
Rising Cash Costs: 1. Increased Cash Costs: Q3 2024 cash costs rose to $1,720 per ounce, a $357 increase from $1,363 per ounce in Q3 2023, indicating rising operational expenses.
Rising Sustaining Costs: 2. High All-In Sustaining Costs: The all-in sustaining cost per ounce for Q3 2024 was $1,994, up from $1,600 in Q3 2023, reflecting increased costs associated with production ramp-up.
Production Decline Impact: 3. Lower Production at Aurizona and Mesquite: Production at Aurizona and Mesquite decreased by 24,000 ounces in Q3 2024 compared to Q3 2023, negatively impacting overall sales volume.
Recovery Rate Challenges: 4. Volatile Recovery Rates at Santa Luz: Recovery rates at Santa Luz were reported at only 58% for Q3 2024, significantly below expectations and indicative of operational challenges during the ramp-up.
Los Filos Operations Risk: 5. Potential Suspension of Operations at Los Filos: If new agreements with local communities are not reached by early 2025, there is a risk of suspending operations at the Los Filos mine, which could severely impact production and revenue.
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
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