Hycroft Reports 55% Growth in Gold & Silver Resources, Establishes High-Grade Silver Resource
Summary
Hycroft announced a major update to its Mineral Resource Estimate, showing 55% growth in M+I gold and silver, establishing a new high-grade silver resource, and confirming robust metallurgical recoveries.
Key Events
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Significant Mineral Resource Growth
Measured and Indicated (M+I) gold and silver resources increased by approximately 55%, with inferred gold resources growing by 50% and inferred silver by 38%. Total M+I resources now stand at 16.41 million ounces of gold and 562.57 million ounces of silver.
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New High-Grade Silver Discovery
An initial high-grade silver resource of 90.2 million ounces (M+I) has been established, demonstrating continuity in the Brimstone and Vortex systems with potential for underground mining.
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Improved Metallurgical Recoveries
POX metallurgical test work shows robust recoveries of 83% for gold and 78% for silver, representing a significant improvement over previous estimates and confirming a viable processing route for sulfide mineralization.
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Strategic Process Evaluation
The company is evaluating a roasting process alternative that could generate a third revenue stream through sulfuric acid by-product, potentially converting a significant neutralization cost into revenue.
Analysis
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation has announced a significant update to its Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE), reflecting substantial growth in its gold and silver deposits. The 55% increase in Measured and Indicated (M+I) resources for both gold and silver, alongside a new high-grade silver resource with underground potential, fundamentally enhances the company's asset base. The improved metallurgical recoveries for gold (83%) and silver (78%) from Pressure Oxidation (POX) test work are critical for the project's economic viability and signal a positive step towards commercial operations. The ongoing evaluation of a roasting process for potential sulfuric acid by-product further highlights strategic efforts to optimize revenue streams and reduce costs. This comprehensive update significantly de-risks the project and provides a strong foundation for future development.
At the time of this filing, HYMC was trading at $34.40 on NASDAQ in the Energy & Transportation sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $2.8B. The 52-week trading range was $2.22 to $58.73. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 9 out of 10.