B2Gold beats top-line and bottom-line estimates; reaffirms FY24 production outlook

Outlook: The updated production profile has resulted in the company now estimating that average annual gold production from 2026 to 2030 will increase to be in excess of 310,000 ounces per year (previously estimated at 300,000 ounces per year).

Based on the positive first quarter of 2024 operating and financial results, B2Gold is on track to meet its annual gold production forecast of between 860,000 and 940,000 ounces (including 40,000 to 50,000 attributable ounces from Calibre). The Company’s total consolidated gold production is expected to be relatively consistent throughout 2024, with third quarter production expected to be slightly lower.

The company’s total consolidated cash operating costs for the year (including estimated attributable results for Calibre) are forecast to be between $835 and $895 per ounce and total consolidated all-in sustaining costs (including estimated attributable results for Calibre) are forecast to be between $1,360 and 1,420 per ounce.