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- • Gold sales totalled 129,396 oz, consisting of 85,682 oz in concentrate and 43,714 oz as doré, resulting in | gross revenues of $308 million at an average realized gold price1 of $2,379 per oz.
- extinguisher maintenance provider, and pest control and fumigation service company, all of which showed | improved sales compared to the first quarter, with Lundin Gold as their major client. In addition, the Company | and the Lundin Foundation continue to jointly support the development of other local suppliers through the
- This press release contains forward -looking information in several places, such as in statements relating to the Company’s | 2024 production outlook, including estimates of gold production, grades recoveries and AISC; operating plans; expected sales | receipts, and cash flow forecasts, its estimated capital costs and sustaining capital; payment of the second and final tranche
- as doré. | Gold sales totaled 129,396 oz, consisting of 85,682 oz in concentrate and 43,714 oz as doré, | resulting in gross revenues of $308 million at an average realized gold price1 of $2,379 per oz. Net
- fire extinguisher maintenance provider, and pest control and fumigation service company, all of which | showed improved sales compared to the first quarter, with Lundin Gold as their major client. In addition, the | Company and the Lundin Foundation continue to jointly support the development of other local suppliers
- The majority of trade receivables represent the value of concentrate and doré sold as at period end for | which the funds are not yet received. Revenues and related trade receivables for concentrate sales are | initially recorded at provisional gold prices. Subsequent determination of final gold prices can range from
- initially recorded at provisional gold prices. Subsequent determination of final gold prices can range from | one to four months after shipment depending on the customer. For sales that are provisionally priced at | period end, an estimate of the adjustment to trade receivables is calculated based on the expected month
- Consistent with industry standards, concentrate sales have relatively long payment terms and are not fully | settled until concentrate is received by the customer and related final assays confirmed, generally two to
EBITDA
- Record revenues and adjusted EBITDA achieved on the back of strong gold price
- million, or $0.47 per share, resulting in a cash balance of $238 million at June 30, 2024. | • Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization1 (“EBITDA”) and adjusted EBITDA1 were $457 | million and $195 million, respectively, with the difference resulting from derivative gains recognized from
- This news release refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all -in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted free
- This news release refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all -in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted free | cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not measures recognized under IFRS and do not have a
- of $112 million, or $0.47 per share, resulting in a cash balance of $238 million at June 30, 2024. | Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization1 (“EBITDA”) and adjusted EBITDA1 | were $457 million and $195 million, respectively, with the difference resulting from derivative gains
- This MD&A refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all-in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted
- This MD&A refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all-in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted | free cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not recognized under IFRS Accounting
- EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA
Rörelseresultat
- Cash operating cost per oz sold, combined with revenues, can be used to evaluate the Company’s | performance and ability to generate operating income and cash flow from operating activities. Cash | operating costs include operating expenses and royalty expenses.
Periodens resultat
- Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ($’000)1 195,401 149,579 326,857 308,645 | Net income ($’000) 119,291 63,148 161,188 114,613 | Basic income per share ($) 0.50 0.27 0.68 0.48
- • Net income was $119 million including a derivative gain of $262 million, and net of corporate, exploration, | finance costs, and associated taxes. Adjusted earnings 1, which exclude the one -time finance expense
- 308,645 | Net income ($’000) 119,291 63,148 161,188 114,613 | Basic income per share ($) 0.50 0.27 0.68 0.48
- The difference between net income and adjusted earnings1 during the second quarter of 2024 is due to | final adjustments relating to the Stream Facility and Offtake and associated taxes stemming from the buy
- recognized from the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake. | Net income was $119 million including a derivative gain of $262 million, and net of corporate, | exploration, finance costs, and associated taxes. Adjusted earnings1, which exclude the one-time
- Net income for the period $ 119,291 $ 41,897 $ 11,062 $ 53,782
- Net income (loss) for the period $ 63,148 $ 51,465 $ (68,259) $ 62,673
- The Company generated net income of $119 million during the second quarter of 2024 compared to $63.1 | million during the second quarter of 2023. Net income was generated from the recognition of revenues of
Resultat per aktie
- Adjusted earnings ($‘000)1 98,938 59,387 156,734 126,401 | Adjusted earnings per share ($)1 0.41 0.25 0.66 0.53 | Dividends paid per share ($) 0.10 0.10 0.20 0.20
- Adjusted earnings and adjusted basic earnings per share
- Adjusted earnings and adjusted basic earnings per share can be used to measure and may assist in | evaluating operating earning trends in comparison with results from prior periods by excluding specific items
- Facility at fair value; one-time finance expense incurred on buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake; and | related income tax effects. Adjusted basic earnings per share is calculated using the weighted average | number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share as determined under IFRS
- related income tax effects. Adjusted basic earnings per share is calculated using the weighted average | number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share as determined under IFRS | Accounting Standards.
- Adjusted basic earnings per share $ 0.41 $ 0.25 $ 0.66 $ 0.53
Kassaflöde
- realized from the sale of 129,396 ounces (“oz”) at an average realized gold price 1 of $2,379 per oz . From this, | record adjusted EBITDA1 of $195 million was achieved. The Company continues to generate significant cash flow | with cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow 1 of $112 million or $0.47 per
- record adjusted EBITDA1 of $195 million was achieved. The Company continues to generate significant cash flow | with cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow 1 of $112 million or $0.47 per | share, which excludes the one-time finance expense incurred upon buy out of the stream loan credit facility (the
- Cash provided by operating activities ($’000) 144,169 162,352 252,083 306,791 | Adjusted free cash flow ($’000)1 112,148 131,859 194,407 120,206 | Adjusted free cash flow per share ($)1 0.47 0.56 0.81 0.51
- Adjusted free cash flow ($’000)1 112,148 131,859 194,407 120,206 | Adjusted free cash flow per share ($)1 0.47 0.56 0.81 0.51 | Average realized gold price ($/oz sold)1 2,379 1,942 2,270 1,947
- • With the Company now debt free combined with strong revenues and operating cash flow, the Company | plans to declare quarterly dividends of at least $0. 20 per share going forward , which is equivalent to
- Lundin Gold, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is committed to positive and long-lasting impact on our host | communities, while delivering significant value to stakeholders through operational excellence, cash flow | generation and focused growth. Lundin Gold currently operates its 100% owned Fruta del Norte gold mine in
- This news release refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all -in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted free | cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not measures recognized under IFRS and do not have a
- adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all -in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted free | cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not measures recognized under IFRS and do not have a | standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. These measures may differ from those made by other companies and
Fritt kassaflöde
- record adjusted EBITDA1 of $195 million was achieved. The Company continues to generate significant cash flow | with cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow 1 of $112 million or $0.47 per | share, which excludes the one-time finance expense incurred upon buy out of the stream loan credit facility (the
- Cash provided by operating activities ($’000) 144,169 162,352 252,083 306,791 | Adjusted free cash flow ($’000)1 112,148 131,859 194,407 120,206 | Adjusted free cash flow per share ($)1 0.47 0.56 0.81 0.51
- Adjusted free cash flow ($’000)1 112,148 131,859 194,407 120,206 | Adjusted free cash flow per share ($)1 0.47 0.56 0.81 0.51 | Average realized gold price ($/oz sold)1 2,379 1,942 2,270 1,947
- This news release refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all -in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted free | cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not measures recognized under IFRS and do not have a
- This MD&A refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA, | adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all-in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted | free cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not recognized under IFRS Accounting
- adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all-in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted | free cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not recognized under IFRS Accounting | Standards and do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS Accounting Standards. These
- Adjusted free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow per share
- Adjusted free cash flow is indicative of the Company’s ability to generate cash from operations after | consideration for required capital expenditures, including related VAT impact, necessary to maintain
Likvida medel
- Cash and cash equivalents are held with high quality financial institutions. Substantially all of the | Company’s cash and cash equivalents held with financial institutions exceed government-insured limits.
- Cash and cash equivalents are held with high quality financial institutions. Substantially all of the | Company’s cash and cash equivalents held with financial institutions exceed government-insured limits. | The Company has established a treasury policy that seeks to minimize its credit risk by entering into
- Current assets | Cash and cash equivalents 17 $ 237,680 $ 268,025 | Trade receivables and other current assets 3 183,129 163,456
- Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (86,255) 65,254 (30,345) (88,432)
- Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 323,935 209,714 268,025 363,400
- Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $ 237,680 $ 274,968 $ 237,680 $ 274,968
- Cash and cash equivalents are comprised of the following:
Nettoskuld
- Net cash provided by operating | activities
- Net cash used for investing activities (14,937) (13,266) (28,573) (20,438) | Interest paid (1,812) (5,357) (3,688) (11,725)
- Net cash provided by operating activities 144,169 162,352 252,083 306,791
- Net cash used for financing activities (215,252) (84,285) (253,508) (375,254)
- Net cash used for investing activities (14,937) (13,266) (28,573) (20,438)
Antal aktier
- Weighted-average number of common | shares outstanding | Basic 239,129,917 238,255,452 237,665,855 237,411,813
- Weighted-average number of common | shares outstanding | Basic 236,943,432 236,062,529 235,332,039 235,165,784
- related income tax effects. Adjusted basic earnings per share is calculated using the weighted average | number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share as determined under IFRS | Accounting Standards.
- Basic weighted average shares | outstanding
- Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding
Antal anställda
- toward the upper end of guidance due to the higher average realized gold price1 resulting in higher royalties | and profit sharing for which the portion attributable to employees is recorded in operating costs. | • The Company generated cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow1 of $112
- trended toward the upper end of guidance due to the higher average realized gold price1 resulting | in higher royalties and profit sharing for which the portion attributable to employees is recorded in | operating costs.
- During the six months ended June 30, 2024, 347,000 stock options were granted to employees, including | directors, and non-employees. These options have a weighted average exercise price of $15.92 CAD, an
- During the six months ended June 30, 2024, 347,000 stock options were granted to employees, including | directors, and non-employees. These options have a weighted average exercise price of $15.92 CAD, an | expiry date of five years and vest over a period of three or four years from date of grant. The total number of
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NEWS RELEASE
Vancouver, August 8, 2024
Lundin Gold Inc. Suite 2800, Four Bentall Centre
1055 Dunsmuir Street
Phone: +1 604 689 7842
Fax: +1 604 689 4250
lundingold.com
Email: info@lundingold.com Vancouver, BC, Canada, V7X 1L2
LUNDIN GOLD REPORTS SECOND QUARTER OF 2024 RESULTS
Record revenues and adjusted EBITDA achieved on the back of strong gold price
Lundin Gold Inc. (TSX: LUG) (Nasdaq Stockholm: LUG) (OTCQX: LUGDF) ("Lundin Gold" or the "Company") is
pleased to report results for the second quarter of 2024, highlighted by record quarterly revenues of $301 million
realized from the sale of 129,396 ounces (“oz”) at an average realized gold price 1 of $2,379 per oz . From this,
record adjusted EBITDA1 of $195 million was achieved. The Company continues to generate significant cash flow
with cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow 1 of $112 million or $0.47 per
share, which excludes the one-time finance expense incurred upon buy out of the stream loan credit facility (the
“Stream Facility”) and offtake commitment (the “Offtake”) . Cash operating costs 1 and all -in sustaining costs
(“AISC”)1 this quarter were $725 and $875 per oz sold, respectively. During the quarter, the Company continued
to focus on operational excellence, and the underlying cost of operations was reduced. Prevailing gold prices
increased royalties, however, which impacted overall cash operating costs 1 and AISC1. All amounts are in U.S.
dollars unless otherwise indicated.
The end of the second quarter marked the closing of the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake from
Newmont Corporation following payment of the first tranche of the purchase price of $180 million. The second
and final tranche of $150 million is due on September 30, 2024 . As at June 30, 2024 , Lundin Gold had a cash
balance of $238 million and is now debt free.
“I’m pleased to report another record quarter for Lundin Gold across a number of key metrics. The strong financial
performance achieved was underpinned by strong grades, improvements in recoveries and a high average mill
throughput.” Ron Hochstein, President and CEO commented, “Moving into the second half of 2024, we will
continue to focus on operational excellence and will advance our now increased near-mine exploration program.
We are on track with our process plant expansion project and expect operations to be positively impacted once
completed by the end of this year. Additionally, our debt free position following the buy out of the Stream Facility
and Offtake has allowed us to double the amount of our quarterly dividend , from $0.10 to $0.20 per share,
equivalent to approximately $200 million annually.”
OPERATING AND FINANCIAL RESULTS SUMMARY
The following two tables provide an overview of key operating and financial results.
1 Certain additional disclosures for these specified financial measures have been incorporated by reference and can be found on
pages 15 to 18 of the Company’s MD&A for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024 available on SEDAR+.
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Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Tonnes ore mined 419,173 404,408 838,931 832,143
Tonnes ore milled 424,899 418,373 838,495 810,705
Average mill throughput (tpd) 4,669 4,598 4,607 4,479
Average head grade (g/t) 11.0 11.0 10.2 11.6
Average recovery 89.0% 88.0% 88.6% 89.3%
Gold ounces produced 133,062 129,731 244,634 269,752
Gold ounces sold 129,396 128,958 238,312 263,649
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Net revenues ($’000) 301,431 243,930 528,172 500,658
Income from mining operations ($’000) 171,757 124,801 284,994 257,509
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ($’000)1 457,069 149,900 568,681 293,532
Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ($’000)1 195,401 149,579 326,857 308,645
Net income ($’000) 119,291 63,148 161,188 114,613
Basic income per share ($) 0.50 0.27 0.68 0.48
Cash provided by operating activities ($’000) 144,169 162,352 252,083 306,791
Adjusted free cash flow ($’000)1 112,148 131,859 194,407 120,206
Adjusted free cash flow per share ($)1 0.47 0.56 0.81 0.51
Average realized gold price ($/oz sold)1 2,379 1,942 2,270 1,947
Cash operating cost ($/oz sold)1 725 644 730 644
All-in sustaining costs ($/oz sold)1 875 802 872 765
Adjusted earnings ($‘000)1 98,938 59,387 156,734 126,401
Adjusted earnings per share ($)1 0.41 0.25 0.66 0.53
Dividends paid per share ($) 0.10 0.10 0.20 0.20
SECOND QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS – STRONG FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE UNDERPINNED BY CONTINUED
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Financial Results
• Gold sales totalled 129,396 oz, consisting of 85,682 oz in concentrate and 43,714 oz as doré, resulting in
gross revenues of $308 million at an average realized gold price1 of $2,379 per oz.
• Net of treatment and refining charges, revenues for the quarter were $301 million.
• Cash operating costs1 and AISC1 were $725 and $875 per oz of gold sold, respectively, which have trended
toward the upper end of guidance due to the higher average realized gold price1 resulting in higher royalties
and profit sharing for which the portion attributable to employees is recorded in operating costs.
• The Company generated cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow1 of $112
million, or $0.47 per share, resulting in a cash balance of $238 million at June 30, 2024.
• Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization1 (“EBITDA”) and adjusted EBITDA1 were $457
million and $195 million, respectively, with the difference resulting from derivative gains recognized from
the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake.
1 Certain additional disclosures for these specified financial measures have been incorporated by reference and can be found on pages
15 to 18 of the Company’s MD&A for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024 available on SEDAR+.
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• Net income was $119 million including a derivative gain of $262 million, and net of corporate, exploration,
finance costs, and associated taxes. Adjusted earnings 1, which exclude the one -time finance expense
relating to the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake, derivative gains, and related taxes were $98.9
million, or $0.41 per share.
Production Results
• Gold production was 133,062 oz which was comprised of 83,910 oz in concentrate and 49,152 oz as doré.
• The mine maintained its strong operating performance during the quarter with 419,173 tonnes mined at an
average grade of 10.5 g/t.
• The mill processed 424,899 tonnes at an average throughput rate of 4,669 tpd which was achieved from
continued debottlenecking.
• The average grade of ore milled was 11.0 g/t with average recovery at 89.0%.
Outlook
• First half performance puts the Company firmly on track to meet its production guidance of 450,000 to
500,000 oz.
• Record gold prices have also allowed the Company to realize significant revenues and adjusted earnings1 to
date which in turn have increased royalties and accrued profit sharing. These costs have an impact on the
Company’s cash operating cost 1 and AISC1 per oz sold which ha ve trended toward the upper end of cost
guidance that were set based on a gold price assumption of $1,900 per oz.
• The process plant expansion project is still on track to increase throughput to 5,000 tpd and is expected to
improve recoveries by approximately 3% by year end.
• Eleven rigs are currently turning across the conversion, near -mine and regional programs. The Company
plans to increase the near -mine drilling program by 10,000 metres to a minimum of 56,000 metres to
accelerate the definition of near -mine targets and the conversion drilling program from 9,815 metres to
14,000 metres. As a result, a minimum of 80,000 metres of drilling are now planned across the conversion,
near-mine and regional drilling programs for 2024. This is expected to result in an estimated cost increase
of $2.0 million, which results in an estimated program cost of $44.0 million on near -mine and regional
exploration for the year.
• The near-mine drilling program will continue to explore Bonza Sur where the primary focus is to better
understand the target’s mineralized zones as well as expanding the system to the south, east and at depth.
Four rigs are currently turning at Bonza Sur.
• Given positive results to date, the Company expects to start a metallurgical testwork program on Bonza Sur
before the end of 2024.
• At the new FDN East discovery, one rig will continue to focus on expanding the initial positive results
achieved to gain a better understanding of the mineralized zones and main geological controls.
• The regional drilling program is expected to continue expanding the gold mineralization at the Robles target
in the Southern Basin.
1 Certain additional disclosures for these specified financial measures have been incorporated by reference and can be found on
pages 15 to 18 of the Company’s MD&A for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024 available on SEDAR+.
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• With the Company now debt free combined with strong revenues and operating cash flow, the Company
plans to declare quarterly dividends of at least $0. 20 per share going forward , which is equivalent to
approximately $200 million annually, based on currently issued and outstanding shares.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
At the end of the second quarter of 2024, the Company is in a strong financial position:
(in thousands of U.S. dollars) As at June 30,
2024
As at December 31,
2023
Financial Position:
Cash 237,680 268,025
Working capital 253,587 346,859
Total assets 1,396,496 1,468,209
Long-term debt - 305,647
The change in cash during the six months ended June 30, 2024 was primarily due to cash generated from
operating activities of $252 million and proceeds from the exercise of stock options and anti -dilution rights
totalling $13.7 million. This is offset by scheduled principal, interest, and finance expense repayments under the
Stream Facility totalling $35.8 million; the first tranche of the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake of $180
million; dividends of $47.8 million; cash outflows of $28.6 million relating to investing activities; and settlement
of vested share units with cash of $3.6 million.
The Company’s working capital balance as at June 30, 2024 includes the second and final tranche of $150 million
for the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake which is due on September 30, 2024.
Capital Expenditures
• Sustaining Capital:
o Highlights of sustaining capital activities during the quarter were the significant progress made on the
mine dispatch system implementation as well as upgrades to the main haul road connecting the mine to
the primary crusher. Other ongoing projects include the camp refurbishment/expansion, replacement
of the concrete batch plant, as well as preliminary works for future TSF expansion.
o The 2024 conversion program continues to advance in the north -central sector of FDN. In the second
quarter, the program completed approximately 6,062 metres across 40 holes. Results continue to
confirm mineralization at FDN with high-grade intercepts associated with breccias and stockwork zones,
like the mineralization found in the north sector of the current Mineral Reserve envelope. Two rigs are
currently turning under the conversion program.
• Process Plant Expansion Project
o At the end of the second quarter, detailed engineering reached 90% completion and is expected to be
completed before the end of the third quarter . In addition, nearly all items required for the expansion
have been awarded to vendors.
o Construction of the upgraded tailings and reclaim lines continued through the quarter. In addition,
earthworks for the addition of three Jameson cells as well as an expansion of the concentrate filter
building commenced.
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Health and Safety
During the second quarter there were three Lost Time Incidents and five Medical Aid Incident s. The Total
Recordable Incident Rate across exploration and operations was 0.75 per 200,000 hours worked for the quarter.
The majority of the incidents were hand injuries. The focus of the operations team is to improve awareness of
the workforce with more leadership presence in the field, as well as a review of activities where the potential
for hand injuries is high.
Community
Lundin Gold continued to support several community projects in the second quarter of 2024, including initiatives
focused on community health and education. The most significant program, focused on mental health and well-
being, is run by Educación para Comp artir and continues smoothly with a high level of engagement with local
community residents. There were 531 beneficiaries registered in extra-curricular activities such as soccer, dance
and boxing, among others. As part of this program, socio-emotional skills workshops were held in communities
with over 340 children and youth participating.
The Company also works with the local governments of Yantzaza and Los Encuentros to support rural road
maintenance, basic service infrastructure, and well -being programs. During the quarter, the Company
committed to two significant infrastructure projects in Los Encuentros, including an urban regeneration project
of approximately $2.1 million and an improvement to street lighting of approximately $0.5 million.
Two community dialogue roundtable sessions were held in the second quarter focused on six topics and with
more than 450 participants.
Local businesses continue to be supported by the Company in conjunction with the Lundin Foundation. The well-
established Soy Emprendadora program assists women led businesses through which three new local
entrepreneurs received awards of technical assistan ce and non -reimbursable seed capital. Other local
entrepreneurs which were supported through the Lundin Foundation include a textile manufacturer, fire
extinguisher maintenance provider, and pest control and fumigation service company, all of which showed
improved sales compared to the first quarter, with Lundin Gold as their major client. In addition, the Company
and the Lundin Foundation continue to jointly support the development of other local suppliers through the
Nexo program. The Company continues to work with the Shuar Federation of Zamora Chinchipe and the Lundin
Foundation to promote the preservation of Shuar culture and to explore opportunities to integrate Shuar based
businesses into the Company’s supply chain.
EXPLORATION
Near-Mine Exploration Program
During the second quarter of 2024, the Company completed a total of 13,743 metres across 38 holes from
surface and underground. Drilling from underground mainly explored the southern limit of the FDN deposit while
drilling from surface continued to test sectors located along the extensions of the controlling structures of the
FDN deposit, such as Bonza Sur and FDN East.
• During the quarter, the surface drilling program continued along extensions of the East Fault, where the
Bonza Sur discovery and other prospective sectors like FDN East and Aguas Mesas are located.
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o At Bonza Sur, located one kilometre from FDN, thirteen surface drill holes were completed and
continue to expand this new epithermal system along the north extension. Recent results
continue to confirm wide mineralized zones at shallower depths associated mainly to
vein/veinlet zones of quartz and minor chalcedony and manganoan-carbonate with occurrences
of disseminated levels of sulphides (mainly marcasite and minor sphalerite and galena). Gold
mineralization has already been discovered for more than 1.6 kilometres along the north-south
strike and for at least 500 metres along the downdip and remains open in all directions.
o At FDN East, drilling continues in this recently discovered buried epithermal mineralized system.
Seven drill holes were completed during the second quarter and results showed low grade gold
mineralization associated with narrow vein and/or veinlet zones and sulfides. Some drill hole
results remain pending.
o During the second quarter, the program completed eight drill holes in new areas and identified
additional potential targets. At Aguas Mesas, located along the south extension of the East Fault,
drilling intercepted gold mineralization associated hydrotherm al alteration zones represented
by chalcedony veins and sulfides. In the north extension of the FDN deposit, exploratory holes
intercepted zones of hydrothermal alteration represented by massive quartz veins and sulfides
with no significant results.
• Underground exploration focused on the southern limit of the FDN deposit and tested the occurrence
of a new high grade vein system. A total of ten drill holes were completed with all drill holes confirming
gold mineralization associated to vein and veinlet zones of chalcedony and manganoan -calcite with
sulfides and visible gold.
Regional Exploration Program
The 2024 regional program continues to advance the identification of important indicators that point toward the
presence of buried epithermal deposits in the southern basin. During the quarter, regional drilling focused on
the Robles target, located in the southern border of the Suarez Basin where detailed geological interpretation
of exploration data and additional surface works identified major structures and zones of hydrothermal
alteration. A total of 1,122 metres across three holes were completed. T he drilling program focused on a large
geochemical soil anomaly and the completed holes intercepted wide disseminated gold mineralization.
Geophysical Program
During the quarter, the Company started a geophysical survey designed to provide high resolution resistivity and
chargeability imaging of exploration targets. A total of 67 kilometres is expected to be surveyed which covers
the entire near-mine area and parts of the regional district.
CORPORATE
Lundin Gold published its 2023 Sustainability Report , integrating its climate report, in May, highlighting its
progress and performance against its 5-Year Sustainability Strategy.
The Company paid a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share on June 25, 2024 (June 28, 2024 for shares trading on
Nasdaq Stockholm) based on a record date of June 10, 2024, for a total of $24.0 million. With the release of its
second quarter 2024 results, the Company updated its dividend policy and has declared a cash dividend of $0.20
per share, which is payable on September 25, 2024 (September 30, 2024 for shares trading on Nasdaq
Stockholm) to shareholders of record on September 10, 2024.
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Subsequent to quarter end, the Company announced the departure of the Company’s Chief Financial Officer,
Mr. Christopher Kololian. The Board appointed Mr. Chester See as Chief Financial Officer on August 6, 2024.
Qualified Persons
The technical information relating to FDN contained in this News Release has been reviewed and approved by
Terry Smith P. Eng, Lundin Gold's COO, who is a Qualified Person in accordance with the requirements of NI 43-
101. The disclosure of exploration information contained in this press release was prepared by Andre Oliveira,
P.Geo, Lundin Gold’s V.P. Exploration, who is a Qualified Person in accordance with the requirements of NI 43 -
101.
Webcast and Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its results on Friday, August 9 at 5:30 a.m. PT,
8:30 a.m. ET, 2:30 p.m. CET.
Conference Call Dial-In Numbers:
Participant Dial-In North America: +1 416-764-8659
Toll-Free Participant Dial-In North America: +1 888-664-6392
Participant Dial-In Sweden: 0200899189
Conference ID: Lundin Gold / 40659474
A link to the webcast will be available on the Company’s website, www.lundingold.com.
A replay of the conference call will be available two hours after the completion of the call until Friday, August
16, 2024.
Toll Free North America Replay Number: +1 888-390-0541
International Replay Number: +1 416-764-8677
Replay passcode: 659474 #
About Lundin Gold
Lundin Gold, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is committed to positive and long-lasting impact on our host
communities, while delivering significant value to stakeholders through operational excellence, cash flow
generation and focused growth. Lundin Gold currently operates its 100% owned Fruta del Norte gold mine in
southeast Ecuador, which is one of the highest-grade gold mines in production in the world today. The Company
also owns a portfolio of prospective exploration properties close to FDN.
Non-IFRS Measures
This news release refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA,
adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all -in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted free
cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not measures recognized under IFRS and do not have a
standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. These measures may differ from those made by other companies and
accordingly may not be comparable to s uch measures as reported by other c ompanies. These measures have
been derived from the Company's financial statements because the Company believes that, with the
achievement of commercial production, they are of assistance in the understanding of the results of operations
and its financial position. Certain additional disclosures for t hese specified financial measures have been
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incorporated by reference and can be found on page 15 of the Company's MD&A for the three and six months
ended June 30, 2024 available on SEDAR+.
Additional Information
The information in this release is subject to the disclosure requirements of Lundin Gold under the EU Market
Abuse Regulation. This information was publicly communicated on August 8, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time
through the contact persons set out below.
For more information, please contact
Ron F. Hochstein Finlay Heppenstall
President and CEO Director, Investor Relations and Corporate Development
Tel: +1-604-806-3589 Tel: +1 604 806 3089
ron.hochstein@lundingold.com finlay.heppenstall@lundingold.com
Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information and Statements
Certain of the information and statements in this press release are considered "forward -looking information" or "forward -
looking statements" as those terms are defined under Canadian securities laws (collectively referred to as "forward -looking
statements"). Any statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans,
projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, identified by words or phrases
such as "believes", "anticipates", "expects", "is expected", "scheduled", "estimates", "pending", "intends", "plans",
"forecasts", "targets", or "hopes", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or
results "may", "could", "would", "w ill", "should" "might", "will be taken", or "occur" and similar expressions) are not
statements of historical fact and may be forward -looking statements. By their nature, forward -looking statements and
information involve assumptions, inherent risks and un certainties, many of which are difficult to predict, and are usually
beyond the control of management, that could cause actual results to be materially different from those expressed by these
forward-looking statements and information. Lundin Gold believes that the expectations reflected in this forward -looking
information are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking
information should not be unduly relied upon. This information speaks only as of the date of this press release, and the
Company will not necessarily update this information, unless required to do so by securities laws.
This press release contains forward -looking information in several places, such as in statements relating to the Company’s
2024 production outlook, including estimates of gold production, grades recoveries and AISC; operating plans; expected sales
receipts, and cash flow forecasts, its estimated capital costs and sustaining capital; payment of the second and final tranche
of the buy back of the Stream Facility and the Offtake; the recovery of VAT; timing of completion of the process plant
expansion project and the anticipated benefits; benefits of the Company’s community programs; the Company’s declaration
and payment of dividends pursuant to its dividend policy; the timing and the success of its drill program at Fruta del Norte
and its other exploration activities; and estimates of Mineral Resources and Reserves at Fruta del Norte . There can be no
assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as Lundin Gold's actual results and future events could differ
materially from those anticipated in this forward-looking information as a result of the factors discussed in the "Risk Factors"
section in Lundin Gold's Annual Information Form dated March 26, 20 24, which is available at www.lundingold.com or
www.sedarplus.ca.
Lundin Gold's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated. Factors that could cause actual results to diffe r
materially from any forward-looking statement or that could have a material impact on the Company or the trading price of
its shares include: instability in Ecuador; community relations; forecasts relating to production and costs; mining operations;
security; non -compliance with laws and regulations and compliance costs; tax changes in Ecuador; waste disposal and
tailings; government or regulatory approvals; environmental compliance; gold price; infrastructure; dependence on a single
mine; exploration and development; control of Lundin Gold; availability of workforce and labour relations; dividends;
information systems and cyber security; Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates; title matters and surface rights
and access; health and safety; human rights; employee misconduct; measures to protect biodiversity; endangered species
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and critical habitats; global economic conditions; shortages of critical resources; competition for new projects; key talent
recruitment and retention; market price of the Company’s shares; social media and reputation; insurance and uninsured
risks; pandem ics, epidemics or infectious disease outbreak; climate change; illegal mining; conflicts of interest; ability to
maintain obligations or comply with debt; violation of anti -bribery and corruption laws; internal controls; claims and legal
proceedings; and reclamation obligations.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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INTRODUCTION
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) of Lundin Gold Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively,
“Lundin Gold” or the “Company”) provides a detailed analysis of the Company’s business and compares its
financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 with those of the same period from the
previous year.
This MD&A is dated as of August 8, 2024 and should be read in conjunction with the Company’s unaudited
condensed consolidated interim financial statements and related notes thereto for the three and six months
ended June 30, 2024, which are prepared in accordance with IAS 34: Interim Financial Statements, and
the Company’s audited annual consolidated financial statements and related notes thereto, which are
prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International
Accounting Standards Board (“IFRS Accounting Standards”), and the MD&A for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 2023. References to the “2024 Period” and “2023 Period” relate to the six months ended
June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023, respectively.
Other continuous disclosure documents, including the Company’s press releases, quarterly and annual
reports, and annual information form, are available through its filings with the securities regulatory
authorities in Canada at www.sedarplus.ca.
Lundin Gold, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is committed to positive and long-lasting impact on our
host communities, while delivering significant value to stakeholders through operational excellence, cash
flow generation and focused growth. Lundin Gold currently operates its 100% owned Fruta del Norte (“Fruta
del Norte” or “FDN”) gold mine in southeast Ecuador, which is one of the highest-grade gold mines in
production in the world today. The Company also owns a portfolio of prospective exploration properties
close to FDN.
SECOND QUARTER 2024 HIGHLIGHTS AND ACTIVITIES
Record quarterly revenues of $301 million were realized during the second quarter of 2024 from the sale
of 129,396 ounces (“oz”) at an average realized gold price1 of $2,379 per oz. From this, adjusted EBITDA1
and adjusted earnings1 of $195 million and $98.9 million, respectively, were achieved. The Company
continued to generate significant cash flow with cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted
free cash flow1 of $112 million, which excludes the one-time finance expense incurred upon buy out of the
stream loan credit facility (the “Stream Facility”) and offtake commitment (the “Offtake”).
The strong financial performance was underpinned by production of 133,062 oz, driven by improvements
in recoveries of 89.0%, average mill throughput of 4,669 tonnes per day (“tpd”) and average mill head grade
of 11.0 grams per tonne (“g/t”). This resulted in cash operating costs1 and all-in sustaining costs (“AISC”)1
of $725 and $875 per oz sold, respectively, for the quarter. During the quarter, the Company continued to
focus on operational excellence, and the underlying cost of operations was reduced. Prevailing gold prices
increased royalties, however, which impacted overall cash operating costs1 and AISC1. The process plant
expansion project remains on track and the Company continues to expect to reach a plant throughput rate
of 5,000 tpd and begin seeing an improvement to metallurgical recoveries by year end.
Exploration activities at the near-mine program continue to yield positive results, highlighted by gold
mineralization discovered at Bonza Sur extending more than 1.6 kilometres along the north-south strike
and for at least 500 metres along the downdip.
1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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The end of the second quarter of 2024 marked the closing of the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake
from Newmont Corporation following payment of the first tranche of the purchase price of $180 million. The
second and final tranche of $150 million is due on September 30, 2024. With a cash balance of $238
million as at June 30, 2024, the Company is now debt free with increased exposure to rising gold prices
that are expected to result in increased free cash flow1 to support capital allocation initiatives, including
growth and shareholder returns.
The following two tables provide an overview of key operating and financial results achieved during the
second quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Tonnes ore mined 419,173 404,408 838,931 832,143
Tonnes ore milled 424,899 418,373 838,495 810,705
Average mill throughput (tpd) 4,669 4,598 4,607 4,479
Average mill head grade (g/t) 11.0 11.0 10.2 11.6
Average recovery 89.0% 88.0% 88.6% 89.3%
Gold ounces produced 133,062 129,731 244,634 269,752
Gold ounces sold 129,396 128,958 238,312 263,649
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Revenues ($’000) 301,431 243,930 528,172 500,658
Income from mining operations ($’000) 171,757 124,801 284,994 257,509
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and
amortization ($’000)1
457,069
149,900
568,681
293,532
Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes,
depreciation, and amortization ($’000)1
195,401
149,579
326,857
308,645
Net income ($’000) 119,291 63,148 161,188 114,613
Basic income per share ($) 0.50 0.27 0.68 0.48
Cash provided by operating activities ($’000) 144,169 162,352 252,083 306,791
Adjusted free cash flow ($’000)1 112,148 131,859 194,407 120,206
Adjusted free cash flow per share ($)1 0.47 0.56 0.81 0.51
Average realized gold price ($/oz sold)1 2,379 1,942 2,270 1,947
Cash operating cost ($/oz sold)1 725 644 730 644
All-in sustaining costs ($/oz sold)1 875 802 872 765
Adjusted earnings ($‘000)1 98,938 59,387 156,734 126,401
Adjusted earnings per share ($)1 0.41 0.25 0.66 0.53
Dividends paid per share ($) 0.10 0.10 0.20 0.20
The difference between net income and adjusted earnings1 during the second quarter of 2024 is due to
final adjustments relating to the Stream Facility and Offtake and associated taxes stemming from the buy
out and fair value accounting of these facilities. With the Company in a debt free position, no further
derivative gains or losses are expected to be recognized in future periods.
Operating and Financial Results During the Second Quarter of 2024
The mine maintained its strong operating performance during the quarter with 419,173 tonnes
mined at an average grade of 10.5 g/t.
The mill processed 424,899 tonnes at an average throughput rate of 4,669 tpd which was achieved
from continued debottlenecking.
The average grade of ore milled was 11.0 g/t with average recovery at 89.0%, both improvements
from the previous quarter.
Gold production was 133,062 oz which was comprised of 83,910 oz in concentrate and 49,152 oz
as doré.
Gold sales totaled 129,396 oz, consisting of 85,682 oz in concentrate and 43,714 oz as doré,
resulting in gross revenues of $308 million at an average realized gold price1 of $2,379 per oz. Net
of treatment and refining charges, revenues for the quarter were $301 million.
1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Cash operating costs1 and AISC1 were $725 and $875 per oz of gold sold, respectively, which have
trended toward the upper end of guidance due to the higher average realized gold price1 resulting
in higher royalties and profit sharing for which the portion attributable to employees is recorded in
operating costs.
The Company generated cash from operating activities of $144 million and adjusted free cash flow1
of $112 million, or $0.47 per share, resulting in a cash balance of $238 million at June 30, 2024.
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization1 (“EBITDA”) and adjusted EBITDA1
were $457 million and $195 million, respectively, with the difference resulting from derivative gains
recognized from the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake.
Net income was $119 million including a derivative gain of $262 million, and net of corporate,
exploration, finance costs, and associated taxes. Adjusted earnings1, which exclude the one-time
finance expense relating to the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake, derivative gains, and
related taxes were $98.9 million, or $0.41 per share.
Capital Expenditures
Sustaining Capital
Highlights of sustaining capital activities during the quarter were the significant progress made on
the mine dispatch system implementation as well as upgrades to the main haul road connecting
the mine to the primary crusher. Other ongoing projects include the camp
refurbishment/expansion, replacement of the concrete batch plant, as well as preliminary works for
future TSF expansion.
The 2024 conversion program continues to advance in the north-central sector of FDN. In the
second quarter, the program completed approximately 6,062 metres across 40 holes.
o Conversion drilling results continue to confirm mineralization at FDN with high-grade
intercepts associated with breccias and stockwork zones, like the mineralization found in
the north sector of the current Mineral Reserve envelope.
o Two rigs are currently turning under the conversion program.
A complete table of the conversion drilling results received to date can be found in Lundin Gold’s press
release dated July 31, 2024.
Process Plant Expansion Project
At the end of the second quarter, detailed engineering reached 90% completion and is expected to
be completed before the end of the third quarter. In addition, nearly all items required for the
expansion have been awarded to vendors.
Construction of the upgraded tailings and reclaim lines continued through the quarter. In addition,
earthworks for the addition of three Jameson cells as well as an expansion of the concentrate filter
building commenced.
Health and Safety and Community
Health and Safety
During the second quarter there were three Lost Time Incidents and five Medical Aid Incidents.
The Total Recordable Incident Rate across the Company was 0.75 per 200,000 hours worked for
the quarter and 0.86 for the first six months of 2024.
The majority of the incidents were hand injuries. The focus of the operations team is to improve
awareness of the workforce with more leadership presence in the field, as well as a review of
activities where the potential for hand injuries is high.
1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Community
Lundin Gold continued to support several community projects in the second quarter of 2024, including
initiatives focused on community health and education. The most significant program, focused on mental
health and well-being, is run by Educación para Compartir and continues smoothly with a high level of
engagement with local community residents. There were 531 beneficiaries registered in extra-curricular
activities such as soccer, dance and boxing, among others. As part of this program, socio-emotional skills
workshops were held in communities with over 340 children and youth participating.
The Company also works with the local governments of Yantzaza and Los Encuentros to support rural road
maintenance, basic service infrastructure, and well-being programs. During the quarter, the Company
committed to two significant infrastructure projects in Los Encuentros, including an urban regeneration
project of approximately $2.1 million and an improvement to street lighting of approximately $0.5 million.
Two community dialogue roundtable sessions were held in the second quarter focused on six topics and
with more than 450 participants.
Local businesses continue to be supported by the Company in conjunction with the Lundin Foundation.
The well-established Soy Emprendadora program assists women led businesses through which three new
local entrepreneurs received awards of technical assistance and non-reimbursable seed capital. Other
local entrepreneurs which were supported through the Lundin Foundation include a textile manufacturer,
fire extinguisher maintenance provider, and pest control and fumigation service company, all of which
showed improved sales compared to the first quarter, with Lundin Gold as their major client. In addition, the
Company and the Lundin Foundation continue to jointly support the development of other local suppliers
through the Nexo program. The Company continues to work with the Shuar Federation of Zamora
Chinchipe and the Lundin Foundation to promote the preservation of Shuar culture and to explore
opportunities to integrate Shuar based businesses into the Company’s supply chain.
Exploration
Near-Mine Exploration Program
During the second quarter of 2024, the Company completed a total of 13,743 metres across 38 holes from
surface and underground. Drilling from underground mainly explored the southern limit of the FDN deposit
while drilling from surface continued to test sectors located along the extensions of the controlling structures
of the FDN deposit, such as Bonza Sur and FDN East.
During the quarter, the surface drilling program continued along extensions of the East Fault, where
the Bonza Sur discovery and other prospective sectors like FDN East and Aguas Mesas are
located.
o At Bonza Sur, located one kilometre from FDN, thirteen surface drill holes were completed
and continue to expand this new epithermal system along the north extension. Recent
results continue to confirm wide mineralized zones at shallower depths associated mainly
to vein/veinlet zones of quartz and minor chalcedony and manganoan-carbonate with
occurrences of disseminated levels of sulphides (mainly marcasite and minor sphalerite
and galena). Gold mineralization has already been discovered for more than 1.6 kilometres
along the north-south strike and for at least 500 metres along the downdip and remains
open in all directions.
o At FDN East, drilling continues in this recently discovered buried epithermal mineralized
system. Seven drill holes were completed during the second quarter and results showed
low grade gold mineralization associated with narrow vein and/or veinlet zones and
sulfides. Some drill hole results remain pending.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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o The near-mine exploration program also advanced in unexplored areas close to FDN.
During the second quarter, the program completed eight drill holes in new areas and
identified additional potential targets. At Aguas Mesas, located along the south extension
of the East Fault, drilling intercepted gold mineralization associated hydrothermal alteration
zones represented by chalcedony veins and sulfides. In the north extension of the FDN
deposit, exploratory holes intercepted zones of hydrothermal alteration represented by
massive quartz veins and sulfides with no significant results.
The underground exploration drilling program focused on the southern limit of the FDN deposit and
tested the occurrence of a new high grade vein system. A total of ten drill holes were completed
with all drill holes confirming gold mineralization associated to vein and veinlet zones of chalcedony
and manganoan-calcite with sulfides and visible gold.
A complete table of results received to date can be found in Lundin Gold’s press release dated July 31,
2024 and August 7, 2024.
Regional Exploration Program
The 2024 regional program continues to advance the identification of important indicators that point toward
the presence of buried epithermal deposits in the southern basin. During the quarter, regional drilling
focused on the Robles target, located in the southern border of the Suarez Basin, where detailed geological
interpretation of exploration data and additional surface works identified major structures and zones of
hydrothermal alteration. A total of 1,122 metres across three holes were completed. The drilling program
focused on a large geochemical soil anomaly and the completed holes intercepted wide disseminated gold
mineralization.
Geophysical Program
During the quarter, the Company started a geophysical survey designed to provide high resolution resistivity
and chargeability imaging of exploration targets. A total of 67 kilometres is expected to be surveyed which
covers the entire near-mine area and parts of the regional district.
Corporate
The Company published its 2023 Sustainability Report, integrating its climate report, in May,
highlighting its progress and performance against its 5-Year Sustainability Strategy.
The Company paid a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share on June 25, 2024 (June 28, 2024 for
shares trading on Nasdaq Stockholm) based on a record date of June 10, 2024, for a total of $24.0
million.
With the release of its second quarter 2024 results, the Company updated its dividend policy and
has declared a cash dividend of $0.20 per share, which is payable on September 25, 2024
(September 30, 2024 for shares trading on Nasdaq Stockholm) to shareholders of record on
September 10, 2024.
Subsequent to quarter end, the Company announced the departure of the Company’s Chief
Financial Officer, Mr. Christopher Kololian. The Board appointed Mr. Chester See as Chief
Financial Officer on August 6, 2024.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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SUMMARY OF QUARTERLY FINANCIAL RESULTS
The Company’s quarterly financial statements are reported under IFRS Accounting Standards as applicable
to interim financial reporting. The following table provides highlights from the Company’s financial
statements for the past eight quarters (unaudited).
2024 2024 2023 2023
Q2 Q1 Q4 Q3
Revenues $ 301,431 $ 226,741 $ 190,688 $ 211,172
Income from mining operations $ 171,757 $ 113,237 $ 78,051 $ 99,620
Derivative gain (loss) for the period $ 261,668 $ (17,931) $ (28,634) $ 11,678
Net income for the period $ 119,291 $ 41,897 $ 11,062 $ 53,782
Basic income per share $ 0.50 $ 0.18 $ 0.05 $ 0.23
Diluted income per share $ 0.49 $ 0.17 $ 0.05 $ 0.22
Weighted-average number of common
shares outstanding
Basic 239,129,917 238,255,452 237,665,855 237,411,813
Diluted 241,031,608 239,968,974 239,745,358 239,583,745
Additions to property, plant and equipment $ 17,467 $ 9,701 $ 15,791 $ 15,744
Total assets $ 1,396,496 $ 1,508,987 $ 1,468,209 $ 1,516,866
Long-term debt $ - $ 326,791 $ 305,647 $ 361,109
Working capital $ 253,587 $ 413,528 $ 346,859 $ 313,794
2023 2023 2022 2022
Q2 Q1 Q4 Q3
Revenues $ 243,930 $ 256,728 $ 210,961 $ 210,425
Income from mining operations $ 124,801 $ 132,708 $ 92,095 $ 83,930
Derivative gain (loss) for the period $ 321 $ (15,434) $ 29,217 $ 41,838
Net income (loss) for the period $ 63,148 $ 51,465 $ (68,259) $ 62,673
Basic income (loss) per share $ 0.27 $ 0.22 $ (0.29) $ 0.27
Diluted income (loss) per share $ 0.26 $ 0.22 $ (0.29) $ 0.26
Weighted-average number of common
shares outstanding
Basic 236,943,432 236,062,529 235,332,039 235,165,784
Diluted 239,190,085 238,123,015 235,332,039 236,882,976
Additions to property, plant and equipment $ 13,245 $ 4,384 $ 15,253 $ 15,178
Total assets $ 1,508,831 $ 1,467,040 $ 1,668,865 $ 1,634,590
Long-term debt $ 396,588 $ 434,175 $ 667,966 $ 589,919
Working capital $ 268,095 $ 256,853 $ 194,804 $ 253,673
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Three months ended June 30, 2024 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2023
The Company generated net income of $119 million during the second quarter of 2024 compared to $63.1
million during the second quarter of 2023. Net income was generated from the recognition of revenues of
$301 million and income from mining operations of $172 million as well as a derivative gain on $262 million,
finance income of $4.8 million, and other income of $1.5 million. This is offset by finance expense of $254
million, income tax expense of $52.3 million, and other expenses totalling $13.7 million. During the second
quarter of 2023, net income was generated from the recognition of revenues of $244 million and income
from mining operations of $125 million as well as finance income of $3.1 million and derivative gain of $0.3
million. This is offset by finance expense of $19.6 million, income tax expense of $34.3 million, and other
expenses totalling $11.3 million.
Income from mining operations
During the second quarter of 2024, the Company generated revenues of $301 million from the sale of
129,396 oz of gold and income from mining operations of $172 million compared to revenues of $244 million
from the sale of 128,958 oz of gold and income from mining operations of $125 million during the second
quarter of 2023. The increase is primarily attributable to an increase in average realized gold price1.
Exploration
Exploration costs were $8.9 million in the quarter compared to $5.2 million during the same period in 2023.
The increase is attributable to the continued expansion of the near-mine exploration program following
positive results to date.
Corporate administration
Corporate administration costs increased slightly from $4.5 million during the second quarter of 2023 to
$4.9 million during the second quarter of 2024. The increase is mainly due to an expansion of the
Company’s corporate office resulting in increased salaries and benefits as well as stock-based
compensation expense.
Finance expense
Finance expense increased to $254 million during the quarter compared to $19.6 million during the same
period in 2023. The increase is due to the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake which resulted in a
one-time finance expense of $236 million.
Finance income
Finance income increased from $3.1 million during the second quarter of 2023 to $4.8 million during the
second quarter of 2024 which is driven by a higher cash balance and increased yield on short-term
investments.
1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Other income
Other income of $1.5 million was recognized during the quarter compared to an expense of $1.6 million in
the second quarter of 2023. This is mainly driven by foreign exchange gains or losses which are derived
from the quantum of U.S. dollar cash held by Canadian group entities and movements in the foreign
exchange rate. As the functional currency of the Canadian entities is the Canadian dollar, a strengthening
of the U.S. dollar against the Canadian dollar during the period generates an unrealized gain in terms of
Canadian dollars.
Derivative gain or loss
A derivative gain of $262 million was recorded on the statement of operations during the second quarter of
2024 compared to $0.3 million during the second quarter of 2023.
Derivative gains and losses in the statement of operations and other comprehensive income are mainly
driven by the Company’s debt obligations under the Stream Facility which was classified as financial
liabilities at fair value. In addition to the recognition of a one-time finance expense of $236 million, the buy
out resulted in the recognition of a derivative gain of $262 million which effectively reversed the accumulated
derivative losses recorded on the Stream Facility since its inception in 2017. These cumulative derivative
losses were the result of an increase in the gold price and changes in other variables previously applied in
determining the Stream Facility’s fair value using Monte Carlo simulation valuation models.
With the Company in a debt free position, no further derivative gains or losses are expected to be
recognized in future periods.
Income taxes
Income taxes of $52.3 million were accrued during the second quarter of 2024 (three months ended June
30, 2023: $34.3 million) which is comprised of current and deferred income tax expenses of $48.9 million
and $3.4 million, respectively. In addition to corporate income taxes in Ecuador which are levied at a rate
of 22%, income tax expense includes a 5% Ecuadorean withholding tax on the anticipated portion of net
income generated from FDN to be paid in the form of dividends, and an accrual for the portion of profit
sharing payable to the Government of Ecuador which is calculated at the rate of 12% of the estimated net
income for tax purposes for the quarter. The employee portion of profit sharing payable, calculated at the
rate of 3% of net income for tax purposes is considered an employee benefit and is included in operating
expenses.
Corporate income taxes in Ecuador are due in April of each year. Effective January 1, 2024, the
Government of Ecuador introduced monthly corporate income tax instalment payments which is based on
a percentage of monthly revenues. Instalment amounts paid during the year ended December 31, 2024
will offset corporate income taxes due in April 2025.
Six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2023
The Company generated net income of $161 million during the 2024 Period compared to $115 million during
the 2023 Period. During the 2024 Period, revenues of $528 million were recognized which generated
income from mining operations of $285 million. In addition, derivative gains of $244 million and finance
income of $9.2 million were recorded which were offset by finance expense of $267 million, income tax
expense of $80.9 million, and other expenses totalling $29.4 million.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Revenues and income from mining operations were lower for the 2023 Period at $501 million and $258
million, respectively, due mainly to lower realized gold prices. This was further offset by derivative losses
of $15.1 million, finance expense of $42.4 million, income tax expense of $68.1 million, and other expenses
totaling $17.2 million.
Income from mining operations
During the 2024 Period, the Company recognized revenues of $528 million from the sale of 238,312 oz of
gold. This is offset by cost of goods sold of $243 million which is comprised of operating expenses of $143
million; royalties of $30.4 million; and depletion and depreciation of $69.3 million resulting in income from
mining operations of $285 million. During the same period in 2023, revenues of $501 million were
recognized from the sale of 263,649 oz of gold resulting in income from mining operations of $258 million.
Exploration
Exploration costs were $16.8 million during the 2024 Period compared to $9.0 million during the 2023
Period with the increase being driven by increased activities under the near-mine exploration program given
success to date.
Corporate administration
Corporate administration costs of $15.2 million were incurred during the 2024 Period compared to $12.1
million during the 2023 Period. The increase is mainly due to a one-time special levy by the Government
of Ecuador of $1.9 million, payable in two equal installments, to strengthen security amid rising violence in
the country, as well as an increase in stock-based compensation due to the cash settlement of vested share
units.
Finance expense
Finance expense of $267 million was incurred during the 2024 Period compared to $42.4 million during the
2023 Period. The increase is mainly due to the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake which resulted
in a one-time finance expense of $236 million.
Derivative gain or loss
A derivative gain of $244 million was recorded on the statement of operations during the 2024 Period which
was mainly due to the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake as explained above. In contrast, a
derivative loss of $15.1 million was recorded during the 2023 Period.
With the Company in a debt free position, no further derivative gains or losses are expected to be
recognized in future periods.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
As at June 30, 2024, the Company had cash of $238 million and a working capital balance of $254 million
compared to cash of $268 million and a working capital balance of $347 million at December 31, 2023.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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The change in cash during the 2024 Period was primarily due to cash generated from operating activities
of $252 million and proceeds from the exercise of stock options and anti-dilution rights totalling $13.7
million. This is offset by scheduled principal, interest, and finance expense repayments under the Stream
Facility totaling $35.8 million; the first tranche of the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake of $180
million; dividends of $47.8 million; cash outflows of $28.6 million relating to investing activities; and
settlement of vested share units with cash of $3.6 million.
The Company’s working capital balance as at June 30, 2024 includes the second and final tranche of $150
million for the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake which is due on September 30, 2024.
Trade receivables
The majority of trade receivables represent the value of concentrate and doré sold as at period end for
which the funds are not yet received. Revenues and related trade receivables for concentrate sales are
initially recorded at provisional gold prices. Subsequent determination of final gold prices can range from
one to four months after shipment depending on the customer. For sales that are provisionally priced at
period end, an estimate of the adjustment to trade receivables is calculated based on the expected month
when the final gold price is forecast to be determined and the related forward price of gold at the end of the
reporting period. At June 30, 2024, this resulted in an estimated increase of $10.9 million ($7.8 million at
December 31, 2023) to trade receivables reflecting rising gold prices during the period.
Consistent with industry standards, concentrate sales have relatively long payment terms and are not fully
settled until concentrate is received by the customer and related final assays confirmed, generally two to
five months after the export sale occurs.
VAT receivables
Subject to the submission of monthly claims and their acceptance by the applicable authorities, VAT paid
in Ecuador by the Company after January 1, 2018 are being refunded or applied, based on the level of
export sales in any given month, as a credit against other taxes payable. A portion of the VAT recoverable
has been reclassified as current assets based on the Company’s assessment of the estimated time for
processing VAT claims during the next twelve months.
Advance royalties
Advance royalties are deductible against future royalties on sales payable to the Government of Ecuador
at a rate equal to the lesser of 50% of the actual future royalties payable in a six-month period or 10% of
the total advance royalty payment. A portion of the advance royalty payment is classified as current assets
based on expected utilization over the next twelve months.
Inventories
Gold inventory is recognized in the ore stockpiles and in production inventory, comprised principally of
concentrate and doré at site or in transit to port or to the refinery, with a component of gold-in-circuit. Ore
stockpile inventory has increased primarily due to higher grade stockpiled compared to December 31, 2023
while variations in doré and concentrate are mainly the result of timing of shipments around period end. In
addition, there has been a decrease in the value of materials and supplies due to the disposal of obsolete
or slow-moving inventory generally accumulated during the construction of FDN.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Investment activities
Investment activities during the 2024 Period are comprised principally of sustaining capital expenditures for
the mine dispatch system and other capital projects. In addition, costs were incurred relating to the process
plant expansion project.
Liquidity and capital resources
The Company generated strong operating cash flow during the 2024 Period and expects to continue to do
so for the remainder of the year based on its production and AISC1 guidance. With no debt and increased
exposure to rising gold prices following the buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake, the Company expects
to generate increased cash flow which will continue to support the exploration programs, planned capital
expenditures, growth initiatives and regular dividend payments under the approved dividend policy.
TRANSACTIONS WITH RELATED PARTIES
During the 2024 Period, the Company incurred $1.0 million (2023 Period – $0.3 million), primarily relating
to office rental, renovation costs, and related services provided by Namdo Management Services Ltd.
(“Namdo”), a company associated with a director of the Company.
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The Company’s financial instruments include cash, cash equivalents and certain receivables, which are
categorized as financial assets at amortized cost, and accounts payable and accrued liabilities, which are
categorized as financial liabilities at amortized cost. The fair value of these financial instruments
approximates their carrying values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. Further, provisionally
priced trade receivables of $129 million (December 31, 2023 - $93.0 million) are measured at fair value
using quoted forward market prices.
The Company’s financial instruments are exposed to a variety of financial risks by virtue of its activities.
Currency risk
Lundin Gold is a Canadian company, with foreign operations in Ecuador. Revenues generated and
expenditures incurred in Ecuador are primarily denominated in U.S. dollars. However, equity capital, if
needed, is typically raised in Canadian dollars. As such, the Company is subject to risk due to fluctuations
in the exchange rates of foreign currencies. Although the Company does not enter into derivative financial
instruments to manage its exposure, the Company tries to manage this risk by maintaining most
of its cash in U.S. dollars.
1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk of a financial loss to the Company if a counterparty to a financial instrument fails to
meet its contractual obligations. The majority of the Company’s cash is held in large financial institutions
with a high investment grade rating. The Company is also subject to credit risk associated with its trade
receivables. The Company manages this risk by only selling to a small group of reputable customers with
strong financial statements.
Concentration of credit risk
Cash and cash equivalents are held with high quality financial institutions. Substantially all of the
Company’s cash and cash equivalents held with financial institutions exceed government-insured limits.
The Company has established a treasury policy that seeks to minimize its credit risk by entering into
transactions with investment grade creditworthy and reputable financial institutions and by monitoring the
credit standing of those financial institutions. The Company seeks to limit the amount of exposure with any
one counterparty in accordance with its established treasury policy.
Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its obligations as they become due. Cash
flow forecasting is performed regularly to monitor the Company’s liquidity requirements to ensure it has
sufficient cash to always meet its operational needs. In addition, management is actively involved in the
review, planning and approval of significant expenditures and commitments.
Commodity price risk
The Company is subject to commodity price risk from fluctuations in the market prices of gold and silver.
Commodity price risks are affected by many factors that are outside the Company’s control including global
or regional consumption patterns, the supply of and demand for metals, speculative activities, the
availability and costs of substitutes, inflation, and political and economic conditions. The Company has not
hedged the price of any commodity at this time. The fair value of a portion of the Company’s trade
receivables are impacted by fluctuations of commodity prices.
COMMITMENTS
Significant capital expenditures contracted as at June 30, 2024 but not recognized as liabilities are as
follows:
Capital
expenditures
12 months ending June 30, 2025 $ 38,019
July 1, 2025 onward -
Total $ 38,019
On January 1, 2024, the Company entered into a long-term rental agreement with Namdo which expires
on February 28, 2039, and provides a guarantee of rental fees totaling $6.5 million for the duration of the
contract.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS
During the 2024 Period and the year ended December 31, 2023, there were no off-balance sheet
transactions. The Company has not entered into any specialized financial arrangements to minimize its
currency risk.
OUTSTANDING SHARE DATA
As at the date of this MD&A, there were 239,602,966 common shares issued and outstanding. There were
also stock options outstanding to purchase a total of 2,798,771 common shares, 542,767 restricted share
units with a performance criteria, 226,806 restricted share units, and 43,766 deferred share units.
OUTLOOK
Lundin Gold’s performance in the first half of 2024 puts the Company firmly on track to meet its production
guidance of 450,000 to 500,000 oz. Record gold prices have also allowed the Company to realize
significant revenues and adjusted earnings1 to date which in turn have increased royalties and accrued
profit sharing. These costs have an impact on the Company’s cash operating cost1 and AISC1 per oz sold
which have trended toward the upper end of cost guidance that were set based on a gold price assumption
of $1,900 per oz.
The process plant expansion project is still on track to increase throughput to 5,000 tonnes per day and
improve recoveries by approximately 3% by year end.
The near-mine drilling program will continue to explore Bonza Sur where the primary focus is to better
understand the target’s mineralized zones as well as to expand the system to the south, to the east and at
depth. Four rigs are currently turning at Bonza Sur. At the new FDN East discovery, one rig will continue
to focus on expanding the initial positive results achieved to gain a better understanding of the mineralized
zones and main geological controls. The regional drilling program is expected to continue expanding the
gold mineralization at the Robles target in the Southern Basin.
Eleven rigs are currently turning across the conversion, near-mine and regional programs. The Company
plans to increase the near-mine drilling program by 10,000 metres to a minimum of 56,000 metres to
accelerate the definition of near-mine targets and the conversion drilling program from 9,815 metres to
14,000 metres. As a result, a minimum of 80,000 metres of drilling are now planned across the conversion,
near-mine and regional drilling programs for 2024. This is expected to result in an estimated cost increase
of $2.0 million, which results in an estimated program cost of $44.0 million on near-mine and regional
exploration for the year. This represents the largest drill program ever completed at the land package that
hosts the FDN deposit. Given positive results to date, the Company expects to start a metallurgical testwork
program on Bonza Sur before the end of 2024.
Under its updated dividend policy, with the Company now debt free and generating significant revenues
and operating cash flow, the Company plans to declare quarterly dividends of at least $0.20 per share going
forward, which is equivalent to approximately $200 million annually, based on currently issued and
outstanding shares.
1 Refer to “Non-IFRS Measures” section.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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NON-IFRS MEASURES
This MD&A refers to certain financial measures, such as average realized gold price per oz sold, EBITDA,
adjusted EBITDA, cash operating cost per oz sold, all-in sustaining cost, adjusted free cash flow, adjusted
free cash flow per share, and adjusted earnings, which are not recognized under IFRS Accounting
Standards and do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS Accounting Standards. These
measures may differ from those made by other companies and accordingly may not be comparable to such
measures as reported by other companies. These measures have been derived from the Company’s
financial statements because the Company believes that they are of assistance in the understanding of the
results of operations and its financial position.
Average realized gold price per oz sold
Average realized gold price is a metric used to better understand the gold price realized during a period.
This is calculated as sales for the period plus treatment and refining charges less silver sales divided by
gold oz sold.
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Revenues $ 301,431 $ 243,930 $ 528,172 $ 500,658
Treatment and refining charges 10,292 10,118 19,664 19,528
Less: silver revenues (3,871) (3,659) (6,794) (6,891)
Gold sales $ 307,852 $ 250,389 $ 541,042 $ 513,295
Gold oz sold 129,396 128,958 238,312 263,649
Average realized gold price $ 2,379 $ 1,942 $ 2,270 $ 1,947
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (“EBITDA”) is a metric used to better
understand the financial performance of the Company by computing earnings from business operations
without including the effects of capital structure, tax rates and depreciation. Adjusted EBITDA is EBITDA
excluding items which are considered not indicative of underlying business operations.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Net income for the period $ 119,291 $ 63,148 $ 161,188 $ 114,613
Adjusted for:
Finance expense 254,449 19,573 266,542 42,444
Finance income (4,784) (3,138) (9,238) (4,952)
Income tax expense 52,256 34,258 80,878 68,106
Depletion and depreciation 35,857 36,059 69,311 73,321
EBITDA $ 457,069 $ 149,900 $ 568,681 $ 293,532
Special government levy - - 1,913 -
Derivative loss (gain) (261,668) (321) (243,737) 15,113
Adjusted EBITDA $ 195,401 149,579 $ 326,857 $ 308,645
Adjusted earnings and adjusted basic earnings per share
Adjusted earnings and adjusted basic earnings per share can be used to measure and may assist in
evaluating operating earning trends in comparison with results from prior periods by excluding specific items
that are significant, but not reflective of the underlying operating activities of the Company. Presently, these
include a special one-time government levy; derivative gains or losses from accounting for the Stream
Facility at fair value; one-time finance expense incurred on buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake; and
related income tax effects. Adjusted basic earnings per share is calculated using the weighted average
number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share as determined under IFRS
Accounting Standards.
Three months ended
June 31,
Six months ended
June 31,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Net income for the period $ 119,291 $ 63,148 $ 161,188 $ 114,613
Adjusted for:
Finance expense on buy out of
stream and offtake
235,575
-
235,575
-
Special government levy - - 1,913 -
Derivative loss (gain) (261,668) (321) (243,737) 15,113
Deferred income tax expense
(recovery)
5,740
(3,440)
1,795
(3,325)
Adjusted earnings $ 98,938 $ 59,387 $ 156,734 $ 126,401
Basic weighted average shares
outstanding
239,129,917
236,943,432
238,697,974
236,505,417
Adjusted basic earnings per share $ 0.41 $ 0.25 $ 0.66 $ 0.53
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Cash operating cost per oz
Cash operating cost per oz sold, combined with revenues, can be used to evaluate the Company’s
performance and ability to generate operating income and cash flow from operating activities. Cash
operating costs include operating expenses and royalty expenses.
Three months ended
June 31,
Six months ended
June 31,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Operating expenses $ 76,166 $ 68,339 $ 143,434 $ 140,810
Royalty expenses 17,656 14,742 30,444 29,041
Cash operating costs $ 93,822 $ 83,081 $ 173,878 $ 169,851
Gold oz sold 129,396 128,958 238,312 263,649
Cash operating cost per oz sold $ 725 $ 644 $ 730 $ 644
All-in sustaining cost
AISC provides information on the total cost associated with producing gold and has been calculated on a
basis consistent with historic news releases by the Company.
The Company calculates AISC as the sum of total cash operating costs (as described above), corporate
social responsibility costs, treatment and refining charges, accretion of restoration provision, and sustaining
capital, less silver revenue, all divided by the gold oz sold to arrive at a per oz amount.
Other companies may calculate this measure differently as a result of differences in underlying principles
and policies applied.
Three months ended
June 31,
Six months ended
June 31,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Cash operating costs $ 93,822 $ 83,081 $ 173,878 $ 169,851
Corporate social responsibility 479 534 1,165 1,146
Treatment and refining charges 10,292 10,118 19,664 19,528
Accretion of restoration provision 205 168 410 335
Sustaining capital 12,302 13,245 19,412 17,629
Less: silver revenues (3,871) (3,659) (6,794) (6,891)
All-in sustaining cost $ 113,229 $ 103,487 $ 207,735 $ 201,598
Gold oz sold 129,396 128,958 238,312 263,649
All-in sustaining cost per oz sold $ 875 $ 802 $ 872 $ 765
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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Adjusted free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow per share
Adjusted free cash flow is indicative of the Company’s ability to generate cash from operations after
consideration for required capital expenditures, including related VAT impact, necessary to maintain
operations and interest and finance expense paid on its debt obligations. Adjusted free cash flow is defined
as cash flow provided by operating activities, less cash used for investing activities and interest and finance
expense paid excluding the finance expense incurred upon buy out of the Stream Facility and Offtake.
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Net cash provided by operating
activities
$
144,169
$
162,352
$
252,083
$
306,791
Net cash used for investing activities (14,937) (13,266) (28,573) (20,438)
Interest paid (1,812) (5,357) (3,688) (11,725)
Finance expense paid (250,847) (11,870) (260,990) (154,422)
Finance expense on buy out of
stream and offtake
235,575
-
235,575
-
Adjusted free cash flow $ 112,148 $ 131,859 $ 194,407 $ 120,206
Basic weighted average shares
outstanding
239,129,917
236,943,432
238,697,974
236,505,417
Adjusted free cash flow per share $ 0.47 $ 0.56 $ 0.81 $ 0.51
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES
The adoption of certain accounting policies requires the Company to make estimates that affect both the
amount and timing of the recording of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses. Some of these estimates
require judgments about matters that are inherently uncertain. For a complete discussion of accounting
estimates deemed most crucial by the Company, refer to the Company’s annual 2023 Management’s
Discussion and Analysis.
RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES
Natural resources exploration, development and operation involves a number of risks and uncertainties,
many of which are beyond the Company’s control. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation,
the risks discussed elsewhere in this MD&A and those set out in the Company’s Annual Information Form,
which is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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QUALIFIED PERSON
The technical information relating to Fruta del Norte contained in this MD&A has been reviewed and
approved by Terry Smith P. Eng, Lundin Gold’s COO, who is a Qualified Person in accordance with the
requirements of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”).
The disclosure of exploration information contained in this MD&A was prepared by Andre Oliveira P.Geo,
Vice President, Exploration of the Company, who is a Qualified Person in accordance with the requirements
of NI 43-101.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The report for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is expected to be published on or about
November 7, 2024.
DISCLOSURE CONTROLS AND INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
Disclosure controls and procedures
Management, including the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, are responsible for the
design of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures in order to provide reasonable assurance that
information required to be disclosed by the Company in its annual filings, interim filings or other reports filed
or submitted by it under securities legislation is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the
time periods specified in the securities legislation.
Internal controls over financial reporting
Management is also responsible for the design of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting in
order to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of
financial statements for external purposes in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards.
Because of their inherent limitations, internal controls over financial reporting can provide only reasonable
assurance and may not prevent or detect misstatements. Furthermore, projections of any evaluation of
effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of
changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
As required under Multilateral Instrument 52-109, management advises that there have been no changes
in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the most recent interim
period, beginning January 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2024, that have materially affected, or are
reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(All dollar amounts are stated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S.
dollars, except share and per share amounts)
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FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain of the information and statements in this MD&A are considered “forward-looking information” or
“forward-looking statements” as those terms are defined under Canadian securities laws (collectively
referred to as “forward-looking statements”). Any statements that express or involve discussions with
respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or
performance (often, but not always, identified by words or phrases such as “believes”, “anticipates”,
“expects”, “is expected”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “pending”, “intends”, “plans”, “forecasts”, “targets”, or
“hopes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”,
“could”, “would”, “will”, “should” “might”, “will be taken”, or “occur” and similar expressions) are not
statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements.
By their nature, forward-looking statements and information involve assumptions, inherent risks and
uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict, and are usually beyond the control of management, that
could cause actual results to be materially different from those expressed by these forward-looking
statements and information. Lundin Gold believes that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking
information are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct.
Forward-looking information should not be unduly relied upon. This information speaks only as of the date
of this MD&A, and the Company will not necessarily update this information, unless required to do so by
securities laws.
This MD&A contains forward-looking information in a number of places, such as in statements pertaining
to the Company’s 2024 production outlook, including estimates of gold production, grades recoveries and
AISC; operating plans; expected sales receipts and cash flow forecasts, its estimated capital costs and
sustaining capital; payment of the second and final tranche of the buy back of the Stream Facility and the
Offtake; the recovery of VAT; timing of completion of the process plant expansion project and the
anticipated benefits; benefits of the Company’s community programs; the Company’s declaration and
payment of dividends pursuant to its updated dividend policy; the timing and the success of its drill program
at Fruta del Norte and its other exploration activities; and estimates of Mineral Resources and Reserves at
Fruta del Norte.
Lundin Gold’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated. Management has identified the
following risk factors which could have a material impact on the Company or the trading price of its shares:
instability in Ecuador; community relations; forecasts relating to production and costs; mining operations;
security; non-compliance with laws and regulations and compliance costs; tax changes in Ecuador; waste
disposal and tailings; government or regulatory approvals; environmental compliance; gold price;
infrastructure; dependence on a single mine; exploration and development; control of Lundin Gold;
availability of workforce and labour relations; dividends; information systems and cyber security; Mineral
Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates; title matters and surface rights and access; health and safety;
human rights; employee misconduct; measures to protect biodiversity; endangered species and critical
habitats; global economic conditions; shortages of critical resources; competition for new projects; key
talent recruitment and retention; market price of the Company's shares; social media and reputation;
insurance and uninsured risks; pandemics, epidemics or infectious disease outbreak; climate change;
illegal mining; conflicts of interest; ability to maintain obligations or comply with debt; violation of anti-bribery
and corruption laws; internal controls; claims and legal proceedings; and reclamation obligations.
There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as Lundin Gold's actual results
and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in this forward-looking information as a result
of the factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the AIF available at www.sedarplus.ca.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Condensed Consolidated Interim Statements of Financial Position
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated interim financial statements.
June 30, December 31,
Note 2024 2023
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents 17 $ 237,680 $ 268,025
Trade receivables and other current assets 3 183,129 163,456
Inventories 4 82,952 89,406
Advance royalty 9,994 13,000
513,755 533,887
Non-current assets
VAT recoverable 47,741 51,904
Advance royalty - 3,494
Property, plant and equipment 5 688,693 718,896
Mineral properties 6 146,307 160,028
$ 1,396,496 $ 1,468,209
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 7, 8 $ 229,356 $ 74,824
Income taxes payable 30,812 48,488
Current portion of long-term debt 8 - 63,716
260,168 187,028
Non-current liabilities
Long-term debt 8 - 241,931
Reclamation provisions 9,132 8,722
Deferred income tax liabilities 76,916 74,722
346,216 512,403
EQUITY
Share capital 9 1,025,655 1,008,932
Equity-settled share-based payment reserve 10 12,116 14,535
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (31,232) 1,955
Retained earnings (deficit) 43,741 (69,616)
1,050,280 955,806
$ 1,396,496 $ 1,468,209
Commitments (Note 20)
Approved by the Board of Directors
/s/ Ron F. Hochstein /s/ Ian W. Gibbs
Ron F. Hochstein Ian W. Gibbs
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Condensed Consolidated Interim Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars, except share and per share amounts)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated interim financial statements.
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
Note 2024 2023 2024 2023
Revenues 11 $ 301,431 $ 243,930 $ 528,172 $ 500,658
Cost of goods sold
Operating expenses 76,166 68,339 143,434 140,810
Royalty expenses 17,656 14,742 30,444 29,041
Depletion and depreciation 35,852 36,048 69,300 73,298
129,674 119,129 243,178 243,149
Income from mining operations 171,757 124,801 284,994 257,509
Other expenses (income)
Exploration 12 8,864 5,196 16,789 9,039
Corporate administration 13 4,852 4,482 15,239 12,087
Finance expense 14 254,449 19,573 266,542 42,444
Finance income (4,784) (3,138) (9,238) (4,952)
Other expense (income) (1,503) 1,603 (2,667) 1,059
Derivative loss (gain) 8 (261,668) (321) (243,737) 15,113
210 27,395 42,928 74,790
Net income before tax 171,547 97,406 242,066 182,719
Income tax expense
Current income tax expense 16 48,850 28,055 72,345 54,215
Deferred income tax expense 16 3,406 6,203 8,533 13,891
52,256 34,258 80,878 68,106
Net income for the period $ 119,291 $ 63,148 $ 161,188 $ 114,613
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
Items that may be reclassified to net income
Currency translation adjustment (820) 1,756 (2,194) 1,559
Items that will not be reclassified to net income
Derivative loss related to the Company’s
own credit risk (31,071) (10,420) (37,332) (10,788)
Deferred income tax on accumulated other
comprehensive income 4,962 2,258 6,339 2,373
Comprehensive income $ 92,362 $ 56,742 $ 128,001 $ 107,757
Income per common share
Basic $ 0.50 $ 0.27 $ 0.68 $ 0.48
Diluted 0.49 0.26 0.67 0.48
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding
Basic 239,129,917 236,943,432 238,697,974 236,505,417
Diluted 241,031,608 239,190,085 240,540,041 238,654,967
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Condensed Consolidated Interim Statements of Changes in Equity
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars, except number of common shares)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated interim financial statements.
Equity-settled
Number of share-based Retained
common Share payment Other earnings
Note shares capital reserve reserves (deficit) Total
Balance, January 1, 2023 235,646,977 $ 989,772 $ 13,856 $ 2,612 $ (154,159) $ 852,081
Exercise of stock options 823,952 4,931 (1,714) - - 3,217
Vesting of share units 237,514 2,382 (1,175) - - 1,207
Exercise of anti-dilution rights 9 549,332 6,607 - - - 6,607
Stock-based compensation 10 - - 2,086 - - 2,086
Other comprehensive loss - - - (6,856) - (6,856)
Net income for the period - - - - 114,613 114,613
Dividends paid - - - - (47,373) (47,373)
Balance, June 30, 2023 237,257,775 $ 1,003,692 $ 13,053 $ (4,244) $ (86,919) $ 925,582
Balance, January 1, 2024 237,860,048 $ 1,008,932 $ 14,535 $ 1,955 $ (69,616) $ 955,806
Exercise of stock options 1,108,198 8,385 (2,435) - - 5,950
Vesting of share units 57,205 631 (2,463) - - (1,832)
Exercise of anti-dilution rights 9 542,515 7,707 - - - 7,707
Stock-based compensation 10 - - 2,479 - - 2,479
Other comprehensive loss - - - (33,187) - (33,187)
Net income for the period - - - - 161,188 161,188
Dividends paid - - - - (47,831) (47,831)
Balance, June 30, 2024 239,567,966 $ 1,025,655 $ 12,116 $ (31,232) $ 43,741 $ 1,050,280
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Condensed Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in thousands of U.S. Dollars)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated interim financial statements.
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
Note 2024 2023 2024 2023
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income for the period $ 119,291 $ 63,148 $ 161,188 $ 114,613
Items not affecting cash:
Depletion and depreciation 35,857 36,059 69,311 73,321
Stock-based compensation 10 1,427 1,148 4,197 2,075
Derivative loss (gain) 8 (261,668) (321) (243,737) 15,113
Other expense (income) (502) 1,126 (1,547) 910
Finance expense 249,665 16,152 257,304 36,827
Deferred income tax expense 3,406 6,203 8,533 13,891
147,476 123,515 255,249 256,750
Changes in non-cash working capital items:
Trade receivables and other current assets 730 731 (12,284) 8,218
Inventories 8,361 623 8,332 2,328
Advance royalty 1,119 498 6,500 6,500
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 7,192 5,361 2,724 (2,891)
Income taxes payable (25,493) 28,486 (17,676) 31,979
Other non-current liabilities - - - (1,045)
Interest received 4,784 3,138 9,238 4,952
Net cash provided by operating activities 144,169 162,352 252,083 306,791
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Repayments of long-term debt 8 (97,985) (49,108) (101,106) (171,558)
Interest paid 8 (1,812) (5,357) (3,688) (11,725)
Finance expense paid 8 (250,847) (11,870) (260,990) (154,422)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 1,631 1,358 5,950 3,217
Proceeds from exercise of anti-dilution rights 9 7,707 4,417 7,707 6,607
Share units settled in cash 10 11 - (3,550) -
Dividends paid (23,957) (23,725) (47,831) (47,373)
Change in non-cash working capital 7,8 150,000 - 150,000 -
Net cash used for financing activities (215,252) (84,285) (253,508) (375,254)
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Acquisition and development of property, plant
and equipment (12,686) (11,798) (25,327) (18,495)
VAT paid on investing activities (2,251) (1,468) (3,246) (1,943)
Net cash used for investing activities (14,937) (13,266) (28,573) (20,438)
Effect of foreign exchange rate differences on cash (235) 453 (347) 469
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (86,255) 65,254 (30,345) (88,432)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 323,935 209,714 268,025 363,400
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $ 237,680 $ 274,968 $ 237,680 $ 274,968
Supplemental cash flow information (Note 17)
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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1. Nature of operations
Lundin Gold Inc. together with its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “Lundin Gold” or the “Company”) is
focused on its Fruta del Norte gold operation and developing its portfolio of mineral concessions in Ecuador.
The common shares of the Company are listed for trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) and Nasdaq
Stockholm under the symbol “LUG” and the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol “LUGDF”. The Company was
originally incorporated in British Columbia and continued under the Canada Business Corporations Act in 2002.
The Company’s head office is located at Suite 2800, 1055 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC, and it has a corporate
office in Quito, Ecuador.
2. Basis of preparation and consolidation
These unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements, including comparatives, have been
prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting
Standard Board (“IFRS Accounting Standards”), applicable to the preparation of interim financial statements,
including International Accounting Standard 34, Interim Financial Reporting. As a result, they do not conform in
all respects with the disclosure requirements for annual financial statements under IFRS and should be read in
conjunction with the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31,
2023.
These unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements are presented in U.S. dollars.
In preparing these unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements, the Company applied the same
accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty as those that were applied to the Company’s audited
consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
These financial statements were approved for issue by the Board of Directors on August 8, 2024.
3. Trade receivables and other current assets
June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Trade receivables (a) $ 129,041 $ 93,036
VAT recoverable (b) 31,500 23,409
Prepaid expenses and other (c) 22,588 47,011
$ 183,129 $ 163,456
(a) Trade receivables mainly represent the value of concentrate sold as at period end for which the funds are not
yet received. Consistent with industry standards, these sales generally have relatively long payment terms
and are not settled until two to five months after export.
Concentrate sales are first recorded based on provisional prices. For sales that are provisionally priced as at
June 30, 2024, an adjustment is estimated and recorded using the forward gold price at quarter end for the
future month when the final gold price for each individual sale is expected to be determined. This adjustment
resulted in an increase of $10.9 million in trade receivables as of June 30, 2024 (December 31, 2023 - $7.8
million increase) reflecting rising gold prices during the period.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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3. Trade receivables and other current assets (continued)
(b) Subject to submission of monthly claims and their acceptance by the applicable tax authorities, VAT paid in
Ecuador by the Company are being refunded or applied as a credit against other taxes payable, based on the
level of export sales in any given month. Therefore, a portion of the VAT recoverable has been reclassified
as current assets.
(c) As at December 31, 2023, prepaid expenses and other included credit notes issued by the tax authorities in
Ecuador relating to approved VAT claims. During the six months ended June 30, 2024, these credit notes
were fully utilized to offset taxes payable including statutory tax withholdings from payments to vendors and
the newly instituted monthly income tax instalment payments in Ecuador.
4. Inventories
June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Ore stockpile $ 9,192 $ 6,922
Gold in circuit 4,805 7,849
Doré and concentrate 17,444 17,868
Materials and supplies 51,511 56,767
$ 82,952 $ 89,406
As at June 30, 2024, the Company maintained a provision of $5.5 million (December 31, 2023 - $7.0 million)
associated with obsolete or slow-moving materials and supplies inventory generally accumulated during the
construction of Fruta del Norte.
5. Property, plant and equipment
Cost
Construction-
in-progress
Mine and
plant
facilities
Machinery
and
equipment Vehicles
Furniture
and office
equipment Total
Balance, January 1,
2023 $ - $ 947,124 $ 54,913 $ 24,594 $ 3,418 $ 1,030,049
Additions 7,009 39,320 649 1,076 1,110 49,164
Disposals and other - - (5,971) (1,230) (1,995) (9,196)
Cumulative translation
adjustment - 297 - - 10 307
Balance, December
31, 2023 7,009 986,741 49,591 24,440 2,543 1,070,324
Additions 6,681 17,985 - - 2,502 27,168
Disposals and other - - - (182) - (182)
Reclassifications (6,128) 6,128 - - - -
Cumulative translation
adjustment - (441) - - (5) (446)
Balance, June 30,
2024 $ 7,562 $ 1,010,413 $ 49,591 $ 24,258 $ 5,040 $ 1,096,864
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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5. Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Accumulated
depletion and
depreciation
Construction-
in-progress
Mine and
plant
facilities
Machinery
and
equipment Vehicles
Furniture
and office
equipment Total
Balance, January 1,
2023 $ - $ 206,579 $ 23,620 $ 16,867 $ 1,684 $ 248,750
Depletion and
depreciation - 100,225 6,481 3,946 589 111,241
Disposals and other - (5,432) (1,230) (1,995) (8,657)
Cumulative translation
adjustment - 92 - - 2 94
Balance, December
31, 2023 - 306,896 24,669 19,583 280 351,428
Depletion and
depreciation - 52,359 3,258 1,072 377 57,066
Disposals and other - - - (182) - (182)
Cumulative translation
adjustment - (141) - - - (141)
Balance, June 30,
2024 $ - $ 359,114 $ 27,927 $ 20,473 $ 657 $ 408,171
Net book value
As at December 31,
2023 $ 7,009 $ 679,845 $ 24,922 $ 4,857 $ 2,263 $ 718,896
As at June 30, 2024 $ 7,562 $ 651,299 $ 21,664 $ 3,785 $ 4,383 $ 688,693
6. Mineral properties
Cost Fruta del Norte
Balance, January 1, 2023 $ 183,507
Adjustments to restoration asset 1,004
Depletion (24,483)
Balance, December 31, 2023 160,028
Depletion (13,721)
Balance, June 30, 2024 $ 146,307
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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7. Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Accounts payable $ 15,472 $ 16,750
Accrued liabilities 63,884 58,074
Final tranche of stream and offtake buy out (Note 8) 150,000 -
$ 229,356 $ 74,824
8. Long-term debt
June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Stream loan credit facility $ - $ 276,183
Offtake derivative liability - 29,464
$ - $ 305,647
Less: current portion
Stream loan credit facility - 59,568
Offtake derivative liability - 4,148
Long-term portion $ - $ 241,931
The stream loan credit facility (the “Stream Facility”) and the offtake derivative liability (the “Offtake”) were
accounted for as financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss until the closing of their buy out on June 27,
2024 (the “Closing Date”) following payment of the first tranche of the purchase price of $180 million. The second
and final tranche of $150 million is due on September 30, 2024. The total purchase price of $330 million is
comprised of the remaining unamortized principal balance of $94.4 million and finance expense of $235.6 million.
The derivative adjustments in the Company’s condensed consolidated statements of income and comprehensive
income during the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 reflect the reversal of accumulated derivative
adjustments recorded on the Stream Facility since its inception in 2017.
Until the Closing Date, the Company made scheduled monthly payments under the Stream Facility totaling $35.8
million (six months ended June 30, 2023 – $39.0 million) of which $6.7 million (six months ended June 30, 2023 –
$8.8 million) was paid on account of principal; $3.7 million (six months ended June 30, 2023 – $4.3 million) for
accrued interest; and the remaining $25.4 million (six months ended June 30, 2023 – $25.9 million) as a finance
expense.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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9. Share capital
Authorized:
Unlimited number of common shares without par value
Unlimited number of preference shares without par value
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company issued 542,515 common shares to Newmont
Corporation, indirectly through its subsidiary Newcrest Canada Inc. (“Newcrest”) at a weighted average price of
CAD$19.37 per share for total proceeds of $7.7 million. This issuance includes the portion that was deferred
during the three months ended March 31, 2024 as a result of certain restrictions that were in place at that time.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, 800,840 common shares were issued to Newcrest at a weighted
average price of CAD$16.37 per share for total proceeds of $9.6 million.
All issuances were completed in accordance with Newcrest’s anti-dilution rights granted as part of its initial
investment into the Company.
10. Stock-based compensation
i. Stock options
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, 347,000 stock options were granted to employees, including
directors, and non-employees. These options have a weighted average exercise price of $15.92 CAD, an
expiry date of five years and vest over a period of three or four years from date of grant. The total number of
stock options outstanding at June 30, 2024 was 2,833,771.
The fair value based method of accounting was applied to stock options granted on the date of grant using
the Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following weighted-average assumptions:
June 30, 2024
Risk-free interest rate 3.16%
Expected stock price volatility 33.28%
Expected life 3.7 years
Expected dividends (CAD) $0.54
Weighted-average fair value per option granted (CAD) $3.74
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of
$0.7 million (six months ended June 30, 2023 – $0.9 million) related to stock options.
ii. Share units
The company has issued and outstanding deferred share units (DSUs), restricted share units without
performance criteria (RSUs), and restricted share units with performance criteria (PSUs) (collectively, Share
units).
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company granted 400,458 share units that are settled in
shares. In addition, in connection with dividends paid during the six months ended June 30, 2024, 11,117
Units were granted as Dividend Equivalents. The total number of share units outstanding at June 30, 2024
was 813,339.
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of
$3.5 million (six months ended June 30, 2023 – $1.2 million) related to share units, which $1.8 million expense
resulted from share units settled in cash as determined by the Company’s board of directors.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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11. Revenues
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Doré sales $ 101,484 $ 87,063 $ 177,953 $ 180,027
Concentrate sales 202,447 168,567 347,119 322,631
Gain (loss) on provisionally priced
trade receivables
(2,500)
(11,700)
3,100
(2,000)
$ 301,431 $ 243,930 $ 528,172 $ 500,658
12. Exploration
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Catering and camp expenses $ 665 $ 197 $ 1,248 $ 301
Concessions and land 88 39 575 439
Development 413 - 413 -
Drilling 3,909 2,637 7,179 4,067
Environmental 260 225 496 371
Salaries and benefits 1,780 1,075 3,341 2,011
Sampling and supplies 1,343 844 2,967 1,582
Others 406 179 570 268
$ 8,864 $ 5,196 $ 16,789 $ 9,039
13. Administration
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Corporate social responsibility $ 479 $ 534 $ 1,165 $ 1,146
Investor relations 102 111 138 189
Office and general 778 810 1,839 1,515
Professional fees 750 811 1,307 1,218
Regulatory and transfer 106 95 360 340
Salaries and benefits 1,030 820 3,958 5,347
Special government levy (a) - - 1,913 -
Stock-based compensation 1,427 1,148 4,197 2,075
Travel 180 153 362 257
$ 4,852 $ 4,482 $ 15,239 $ 12,087
(a) In March 2024, the Government of Ecuador introduced a special one-time temporary security contribution to
strengthen security amid rising violence in the country. Half of this contribution was paid during the six months
ended June 30, 2024 while the other half will be paid in 2025.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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14. Finance expense
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Interest expense $ 1,817 $ 4,928 $ 3,693 $ 10,821
Finance expense 15,272 11,870 25,415 25,923
Finance expense on buy out of
stream and offtake (Note 8)
235,575
-
235,575
-
Other finance costs - 924 - 2,019
Accretion of transaction costs 1,785 1,851 1,859 3,681
$ 254,449 $ 19,573 $ 266,542 $ 42,444
15. Related party transactions
i. Key management compensation
Key management includes executive officers and directors of the Company. The compensation paid or
payable to key management for employee services during the six months ended June 30 is shown below.
June 30, June 30,
2024 2023
Salaries, bonuses and benefits $ 3,165 $ 4,850
Stock-based compensation 2,811 1,669
$ 5,976 $ 6,519
ii. Other related party transactions
During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company incurred $1.0 million (June 30, 2023 – $0.3 million),
primarily relating to office rental, renovation costs, and related services provided by Namdo Management
Services Ltd. (“Namdo”), a company associated with a director of the Company.
16. Income taxes
Current income tax expense is generated from net income for tax purposes in Ecuador relating to operations at
Fruta del Norte. In addition to corporate income taxes in Ecuador which are levied at a rate of 22% and dividend
withholding taxes levied at a rate of 5% related to the anticipated portion of net income distributed from Ecuador,
included in current income tax expense is the portion of profit sharing payable to the Government of Ecuador which
is calculated at the rate of 12% of net income for tax purposes. The employee portion of profit sharing, calculated
at the rate of 3% of net income for tax purposes, is considered an employment benefit and included in operating
costs.
Corporate income taxes in Ecuador are due in April of each year. Effective January 1, 2024, the Government of
Ecuador introduced monthly corporate income tax instalment payments which is based on a percentage of monthly
revenues. Instalment amounts paid during the year ended December 31, 2024 will offset corporate income taxes
due in April 2025.
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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16. Income taxes (continued)
The rates used in Ecuador differ from the amount that would result from applying the Canadian federal and
provincial income tax rates to net income before tax. These differences result from the following items:
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Net income before tax $ 171,547 $ 97,406 $ 242,066 $ 182,719
Canadian federal and provincial
income tax rates
27%
27%
27%
27%
Income tax expense based on the
above rates
46,318
26,299
65,358
49,334
Increase due to:
Differences in foreign tax rates 7,739 4,587 11,264 10,215
Non-deductible costs (2,628) 600 899 2,716
Withholding taxes (current and deferred) 1,040 1,500 2,500 3,791
Losses and temporary differences for
which an income tax asset has not been
recognized
(213)
1,272
857
2,050
Income tax expense $ 52,256 $ 34,258 $ 80,878 $ 68,106
17. Supplemental cash flow information
Cash and cash equivalents are comprised of the following:
June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Cash $ 147,031 $ 70,670
Short-term investments 90,649 197,355
$ 237,680 $ 268,025
Other supplemental cash information:
Three months ended
June 30,
Six months ended
June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Income tax paid $ 57,972 $ 21,017 $ 57,972 $ 21,017
Change in accounts payable and accrued
liabilities related to:
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment $ 4,781 $ 1,447 $ 1,841 $ (866)
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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18. Segmented information
Operating segments are components of an entity that engage in business activities from which they incur expenses
and whose operating results are regularly reviewed by a chief operating decision maker to make resource
allocation decisions and to assess performance. The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for allocating
resources and reviewing operating results of each operating segment on a periodic basis.
The Company’s primary business activity is the Fruta del Norte operating mine in Ecuador. Materially all of the
Company’s non-current assets and non-current liabilities relate to Fruta del Norte. In addition, the Company
conducts exploration activities and maintains a number of concessions in Ecuador outside of Fruta del Norte.
The following are summaries of the Company’s current and non-current assets, current and non-current liabilities,
and net income (loss) by segment:
Fruta del
Norte
Exploration
activities
Corporate
and other Total
As at June 30, 2024
Current assets $ 450,534 $ 540 $ 62,681 $ 513,755
Non-current assets 881,608 90 1,043 882,741
Total assets 1,332,142 630 63,724 1,396,496
Current liabilities 258,650 690 828 260,168
Non-current liabilities 77,498 - 8,550 86,048
Total liabilities 336,148 690 9,378 346,216
For the three months ended June 30, 2024
Revenues 301,431 - - 301,431
Income from mining operations 171,757 - - 171,757
Corporate administration (978) (130) (3,744) (4,852)
Exploration expenditures - (8,864) - (8,864)
Finance income (expense) (250,576) - 911 (249,665)
Other income 842 - 661 1,503
Derivative gain 261,668 - - 261,668
Income tax expense (51,344) - (912) (52,256)
Net income (loss) for the period 131,369 (8,994) (3,084) 119,291
For the six months ended June 30, 2024
Revenues 528,172 - - 528,172
Income from mining operations 284,994 - - 284,994
Corporate administration (4,282) (278) (10,679) (15,239)
Exploration expenditures - (16,789) - (16,789)
Finance income (expense) (259,087) - 1,783 (257,304)
Other income 1,037 - 1,630 2,667
Derivative gain 243,737 - - 243,737
Income tax expense (78,428) - (2,450) (80,878)
Net income (loss) for the period 187,971 (17,067) (9,716) 161,188
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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18. Segmented information (continued)
Fruta del
Norte
Exploration
activities
Corporate
and other Total
As at June 30, 2023
Current assets $ 483,967 $ 11,367 $ 44,748 $ 540,082
Non-current assets 968,749 - - 968,749
Total assets 1,452,716 11,367 44,748 1,508,831
Current liabilities 269,528 741 1,718 271,987
Non-current liabilities 302,262 - 9,000 311,262
Total liabilities 571,790 741 10,718 583,249
For the three months ended June 30, 2023
Revenues 243,930 - - 243,930
Income from mining operations 124,801 - - 124,801
Corporate administration (1,429) (71) (2,982) (4,482)
Exploration expenditures - (5,196) - (5,196)
Finance income (expense) (17,739) - 1,304 (16,435)
Other income - 2 (1,605) (1,603)
Derivative gain 321 - - 321
Income tax expense (32,758) - (1,500) (34,258)
Net income (loss) for the period 73,196 (5,265) (4,783) 63,148
For the six months ended June 30, 2023
Revenues 500,658 - - 500,658
Income from mining operations 257,509 - - 257,509
Corporate administration (2,661) (87) (9,339) (12,087)
Exploration expenditures - (9,039) - (9,039)
Finance income (expense) (39,534) - 2,042 (37,492)
Other income (expense) 24 2 (1,085) (1,059)
Derivative loss (15,113) - - (15,113)
Income tax expense (64,315) - (3,791) (68,106)
Net income (loss) for the period 135,910 (9,124) (12,173) 114,613
19. Financial instruments
The Company’s financial instruments include cash, cash equivalents and certain receivables, which are
categorized as financial assets at amortized cost, and accounts payable and accrued liabilities, which are
categorized as financial liabilities at amortized cost. The fair value of these financial instruments approximates
their carrying values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. Further, provisionally priced trade
receivables of $129.0 million (December 31, 2023 - $93.0 million) are measured at fair value using quoted forward
market prices (Fair value hierarchy level 2).
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LUNDIN GOLD INC.
Notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements as at June 30, 2024
(Unaudited – Prepared by Management)
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted. Tables are expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars, except share
and per share amounts)
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20. Commitments
Significant capital expenditures contracted as at June 30, 2024 but not recognized as liabilities are as follows:
Capital
Expenditures
12 months ending June 30, 2025 $ 38,019
July 1, 2025 onward -
Total $ 38,019
On January 1, 2024, the Company entered into a long-term rental agreement with Namdo which expires on
February 28, 2039, and provides a guarantee of rental fees totaling $6.5 million for the duration of the contract.
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Corporate Information
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jack Lundin, Chairman
Vancouver, Canada
Carmel Daniele
London, United Kingdom
Gillian Davidson
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Ian Gibbs
Vancouver, Canada
Melissa Harmon
Denver, USA
Ashley Heppenstall
London, United Kingdom
Ron F. Hochstein
Vancouver, Canada
Scott Langley
Toronto, Canada
Angelina Mehta
Montreal, Canada
OFFICERS
Ron F. Hochstein
President & Chief Executive Officer
Chester See Chief Financial Officer Terry Smith Chief Operating Officer Sheila Colman
Vice President, Legal and Sustainability & Corporate Secretary
Andre Oliveira Vice President, Exploration
OFFICES CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE
Lundin Gold Inc.
Four Bentall Centre
1055 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 2800
Vancouver, BC V7X 1L2
Telephone: 604-689-7842
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842
Facsimile: 604-689-4250
REGIONAL HEAD OFFICE
Aurelian Ecuador S.A.,
a subsidiary of Lundin Gold Inc.
Av. Amazonas N37-29 y UNP Edificio
Eurocenter, Piso 5
Quito, Pichincha
Ecuador
Telephone: 593-2-299-6400
COMMUNITY OFFICE
Calle 1ro de Mayo y 12 de Febrero,
esquina
Los Encuentros, Zamora-Chinchipe,
Ecuador
STOCK EXCHANGE
LISTINGS
The Toronto Stock Exchange
Trading Symbol: LUG
Nasdaq Stockholm
Trading Symbol: LUG
SHARE REGISTRAR AND
TRANSFER AGENT
Computershare Investor Services Inc.
510 Burrard Street, 3rd Floor
Vancouver, BC V6C 3B9
Telephone: 1-800-564-6253
AUDITOR
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
250 Howe St, Suite 700
Vancouver, BC V6C 3S7
Telephone: 604-806-7000
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Further information about Lundin Gold
is available by contacting:
Finlay Heppenstall
Director, Investor Relations
and Corporate
Development
Telephone: 604-806-3089
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842
info@lundingold.com
Lundin Gold Ecuador
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Four Bentall Centre
1055 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 2800
Vancouver, BC V7X 1L2
Canada
Av. Amazonas N37-29 y UNP Edificio
Eurocenter, Piso 5
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
Telephone: 604-689-7842
Toll Free: 1-888-689-7842
Telephone: 593-2-299-6400
info@lundingold.com www.lundingold.com
@LundinGold @LundinGoldEC Lundin Gold
Lundin Gold
Lundin Gold Ecuador