Strong Gold Production and Strategic Progress
Capricorn Metals Ltd (ASX: CCM) has seen a surge in attention following its impressive gold production figures for the third quarter of FY26. The company reported producing 30,358 ounces of gold during the March 2026 quarter, maintaining its consistent run rate at the Karlawinda Gold Project. This performance has contributed to year-to-date production reaching 93,152 ounces.
The company is on track to meet the upper end of its FY26 guidance, which ranges between 115,000 and 125,000 ounces, with an all-in sustaining cost (AISC) of $1,530 to $1,630 per ounce. Recovery rates for the quarter were recorded at 91.0%, showing a slight improvement compared to previous quarters.
Financial Position and Capital Expenditure
Capricorn Metals’ financial position remains robust, with cash and gold on hand increasing to $507.6 million, up from $457.4 million at the end of December 2025. The company’s quarterly capital expenditure totalled $50.0 million, with $47.3 million allocated to the Karlawinda Expansion Project and $2.7 million directed towards the Mt Gibson Gold Project.
Key Developments and Future Plans
Development at the Karlawinda Expansion Project (KEP) is progressing smoothly, with over 90% of plant site concrete works completed. Key infrastructure components, such as the ball mill, have been delivered ahead of schedule. Mining activities are not only meeting gold production targets but also supporting the expansion requirements, with the first ore delivered to ROM 2 during the quarter.
Capricorn Metals’ strategic focus includes early capital spending at the Mt Gibson Gold Project (MGGP), aiming to accelerate construction once necessary permits are secured. The company is actively addressing industry-wide challenges, such as diesel supply issues, although it is currently not affected by these concerns.
What Investors Need to Know
Looking ahead, Capricorn Metals anticipates reaching the upper end of its gold production guidance for FY26, with sustained run rates expected to continue. Full operational and cost figures will be detailed in the Quarterly Report, which is set to be released later in April 2026.
Both the Karlawinda and Mt Gibson projects remain central to the company’s growth strategy. Further construction and development milestones are anticipated over the coming quarters. Ongoing studies, permitting processes, and tendering activities are underway to prepare these projects for future production growth.
Share Price Performance
Over the past 12 months, Capricorn Metals shares have experienced a 35% increase, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), which has risen by 19% during the same period.
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