BTG Goose Mine's Q2 Output Hit by Fire: Are 2026 Targets on Track?
B2Gold's Goose Mine ramp-up was disrupted by a Q2 crushing-circuit fire, but repairs and upgrades aim to support growth.
B2Gold's Goose Mine ramp-up was disrupted by a Q2 crushing-circuit fire, but repairs and upgrades aim to support growth.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) regrets to report that a fatality occurred at the Masbate Gold Project in the Philippines on Friday, August 28, 2026. The employee was performing scheduled maintenance at the Water Treatment Plant when a pipe burst, resulting in a fatal injury.
BTG's Menankoto permit clears the way for Fekola Regional to ramp up, targeting more than 150,000 ounces annually from 2028.
Gold prices are rebounding, while Agnico Eagle and B2Gold face production and cost pressures as they advance growth projects.
Cetera Investment Advisers trimmed its position in shares of B2Gold Corp (NYSEAMERICAN:BTG) (TSE: BTO) by 55.0% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 131,575 shares of the basic materials company's stock after selling 160,656 shares during the quarter. Cetera Investment Advisers' holdings in
B2Gold Corp. (TSE: BTO - Get Free Report) (NYSE: BTG) Director Jerry Korpan sold 200,000 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, August 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of C$7.06, for a total transaction of C$1,412,000.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 2,280,000 shares
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BTG Pactual TIG and Conservation International reach 20,000 hectares of Cerrado under restoration, increasing biodiversity and social impacts.
B2Gold is at a pivotal inflection, with the Goose Mine ramping up, the Fekola Regional permit secured, and the gold prepay agreement completed. Q2 2026 results highlighted underlying operational strength, with production and AISC outperforming expectations despite headline EPS misses and Goose Mine disruptions. Fekola Regional's permit unlocks high-margin growth, while the asset sale to Agnico Eagle and prepay completion strengthen BTG's balance sheet and cash flow outlook.
B2Gold NYSEAMERICAN: BTG said the Government of Mali granted the Menankoto Exploitation Permit, clearing the company to begin mining-related activities within the permit area and advance the Fekola Regional deposit. The company requested a temporary trading halt before its second-quarter conference call to disseminate the material news.
B2Gold Corp. remains a Strong Buy, supported by robust operations, attractive valuation, and potential re-rating catalysts despite operational setbacks at Goose. BTG's gold prepay agreement has ended, freeing future cash flow while enabling full exposure to spot gold prices, while buybacks and dividends yield a combined 8.2%. Guidance was modestly reduced to 820,000–920,000 ounces in 2026, but AISC guidance improved, and the Menankoto permit is expected soon, unlocking further production.
B2Gold secured the critical Fekola Regional permit in Mali, unlocking a clear pathway to 150,000 ounces of annual gold production from 2028. Q2 results exceeded expectations with strong production, lower costs, and improved guidance; the gold prepay overhang is now removed, setting up a cash flow surge in H2 2026. B2Gold remains deeply undervalued, trading at a significant discount to sector multiples even after a 20% share price jump.
B2Gold misses Q2 earnings estimates as revenues climb on higher gold prices, while production declines and the company narrows its 2026 output guidance.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the State of Mali has granted the Menankoto exploitation permit to B2Gold's Malian subsidiary (the “Menankoto Exploitation Permit”). The Menankoto Exploitation Permit together with the Dandoko exploration permit make up Fekola Regional, which is a key near-term production growth driver for B2Gold. The issuance of the Menankoto Exploitation Permit follows productive dialogue between B2Gold and the State of Mali that commenced in late July 2025 and has continued until present. The discussions culminated in the receipt of both the approval to commence underground mining operations at the Fekola Mine in July 2025, and now the issuance of the Menankoto Exploitation Permit on August 7, 2026. B2Gold and the State of Mali remain committed to the agreement entered into in September 2024 related to the ongoing operation and governance of the Fekola Mine and Fekola Regional (together the “Fekola Complex”). Pursuant to the terms of the agreement, the Menankoto Exploitation Permit was issued under the 2023 Mining Code, while the Fekola Mine remains subject to the 2012 Mining Code.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce its operational and financial results for the second quarter of 2026. All dollar figures are in United States dollars unless otherwise indicated.
B2Gold shares have declined 21%, tracking the broader gold miners' downturn rather than company-specific issues. I am focused on Q2 2026 earnings, with critical updates expected on Goose Mine repairs, Fekola regional permitting, and production guidance. Confirmation of Goose's full-year guidance and Fekola's regional permit status are pivotal for maintaining the investment thesis.
Bank of Nova Scotia raised its position in shares of B2Gold Corp (NYSEAMERICAN:BTG) (TSE: BTO) by 56.6% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 1,507,589 shares of the basic materials company's stock after purchasing an additional 544,934 shares during the
Inflation is showing signs of cooling; the economy is running hot, and the odds that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates are dropping. Any one of those would be an argument against buying gold.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) ("B2Gold" or the "Company") will release its second quarter 2026 financial and operational results after the North American markets close on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
B2Gold Corp. is positioned for potential multi-year FCF growth, targeting a 21% FCF/EV yield by 2028. The upside scenario hinges on four key events: a Mali permit, Goose Mine upgrades, prepayment rolloff, and Gramalote deferral. I initiate BTG with a Buy rating.
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