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B2Gold (BTO, BTG) discovered a new high-grade gold zone at its Goose mine in Nunavut, with drill results showing 9.95m at 10.94g/t gold. The company maintained its 2026 production forecast of 170,000-200,000 oz. despite an April fire. Shares fell 2.6% to $7.53. Analysts see potential for resource growth and mine-life extensions.

B2Gold Corp. updated operations at its Goose Mine, reporting successful commissioning of a new mobile crushing plant and progress on fixed plant upgrades. The company expects to meet 2026 gold production guidance of 170,000 to 200,000 ounces. Exploration drilling revealed high-grade gold mineralization at Goose Mine and the Back River Gold District, increasing confidence in mineral resources.

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B2Gold Corp. began 2026 with expanded operations, including its Goose mine in Nunavut achieving commercial production in October 2025. The mine is expected to produce 300,000 oz. of gold annually over six years. The company is investing in crushing circuit upgrades and exploration at the Back River Gold District. Additionally, B2Gold is advancing the Gramalote project in Colombia, with a feasibility study indicating strong potential. CEO Mike Cinnamond discussed balancing growth, capital discipl

B2Gold (BTG) reported Q2 2026 results on an earnings call. Consolidated gold production was 204,000 ounces. Net income was $417 million ($0.31/share) versus adjusted net income of $41 million ($0.03/share), with $325 million from a Finland property sale and $71 million realized losses from gold collars. Free cash flow was -$258 million. Guidance: 820,000 to 920,000 ounces for 2026.

B2Gold said Mali awarded its subsidiary the Menankoto exploitation permit on Aug. 7, forming the Fekola Regional with the Dandoko permit as part of the Fekola Complex. B2Gold expects pre-stripping and a tolling agreement, with Fekola Regional ramping through 2027 and producing 150,000+ oz annually from 2028 to mid-2030s. The company also reported Q2 2026 production of 203,648 oz and narrowed 2026 guidance to 820,000-920,000 oz.

B2Gold reported Q2 gold production of about 204,000 ounces, with Fekola, Masbate and Otjikoto beating expectations, offset by disruption at Goose after an April fire. Net income attributable to shareholders was $417 million ($0.31/share); adjusted net income was $41 million ($0.03/share). Free cash flow was -$258 million. B2Gold narrowed 2026 guidance to 820,000-920,000 ounces and expects Goose upgrades to finish by end of Q3.

B2Gold (TSX:BTO, NYSE-A:BTG) said Mali issued the Menankoto exploitation permit for its Fekola Regional gold expansion, removing a growth hurdle after the company cut its 2026 outlook on Thursday. The permit lets it start stripping waste and supports ramp-up to 150,000+ oz annually from 2028. Shares rose 22% to C$7.

B2Gold Corp. (BTO/BTG) was halted and then rose as gold prices climbed. The company said Mali granted its subsidiary the Menankoto exploitation permit, part of the Fekola Regional project near its Fekola Mine. B2Gold said the permit supports production ramp-up through 2027 and output above 150,000 oz/year from 2028.

Canada’s TSX rose to 36,301.01 by noon EDT, helped by gold strength after a surprise U.S. jobs decline raised expectations the Fed may delay a September rate hike. B2Gold gained 21.1% and Lundin Gold revenue rose. Sun Life reported higher profit. TSX Venture also advanced. U.S. stocks climbed; gold rose to $4,409.10/oz.