Endeavour Reports Strong Q3-2020 Results and Declares First Dividend
2020-11-12 / @nasdaq
ENDEAVOUR REPORTS STRONG Q3-2020 RESULTS AND DECLARES FIRST DIVIDEND Record cash flow per share l Net debt reduced by $298m to $175m l First dividend declared at attractive yield
HIGHLIGHTS
Q3-2020 production increased by 64% over Q2-2020 to 244koz while AISC decreased by $33/oz to $906/oz
Production expected to continue to increase in Q4-2020 due to Boungou restart and ramp-up of Kari Pump at Houndé
On track to achieve full year pro forma production guidance of 995—1,095koz at an AISC of $865—$915/oz
Record Operating Cash Flow before working capital of $223m or $1.37/share for Q3-2020; $427m or $3.33/share for YTD-2020
Adjusted Net Earnings of $72m or $0.44/share in Q3-2020; $159m or $1.24/share for YTD-2020
Significant deleveraging during Q3-2020 as Net Debt decreased by $298m to $175m
Healthy leverage ratio as Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA stands at below 0.3x compared to 1.94x last year
First dividend of $60m or $0.37/share declared, representing an attractive yield of 1.6%
A total of 2.0Moz of M&I resources and 0.8Moz of P&P reserves were added across Houndé, Ity and Fetekro
Fetekro Project is being fast tracked to PFS stage for Q1-2021, potential to become another cornerstone asset
George Town, November 12, 2020 – Endeavour Mining (TSX:EDV) (OTCQX:EDVMF) is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the third quarter of 2020, with highlights provided in Table 1 below.
Table 1: Endeavour Consolidated Operational and Financial Highlights
in US$ million unless otherwise specified.
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Δ YTD
PRODUCTION AND AISC HIGHLIGHTS
Gold Production, koz
244
149
181
565
473
+19%
Gold Sold, koz
262
150
185
586
477
+23%
Realized Gold Price2, $/oz
1,841
1,689
1,443
1,714
1,338
+28%
All-in Sustaining Cost1, $/oz
906
939
803
912
817
+12%
All-in Sustaining Margin1,3, $/oz
935
750
639
802
520
+54%
CASH FLOW HIGHLIGHTS 1
All-in Sustaining Margin4
245
112
118
470
248
+89%
All-in Margin5
211
73
106
364
174
+109%
Operating Cash Flow Before Non-Cash Working Capital
223
85
110
427
217
+97%
Operating Cash Flow Before Non-Cash Working Capital, $/share
1.37
0.77
1.00
3.33
1.98
+68%
Operating Cash Flow
202
57
96
385
182
+112%
Operating Cash Flow, $/share
1.24
0.52
0.88
3.00
1.65
+82%
PROFITABILITY HIGHLIGHTS
Revenues
482
253
267
1,005
638
+57%
Adjusted EBITDA1
256
120
123
506
258
+96%
Net Earnings Attr. to Shareholders1
59
(37)
(32)
48
(46)
n.a.
Net Earnings1, $/share
0.36
(0.34)
(0.29)
0.37
(0.42)
n.a.
Adjusted Net Earnings Attr. to Shareholders1
72
53
33
159
37
n.a.
Adjusted Net Earnings per Share1, $/share
0.44
0.48
0.30
1.24
0.33
n.a
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS1
Net Debt
175
473
608
175
608
(71)%
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA (LTM) ratio
0.29
1.00
1.94
0.29
1.94
(85)%
1This is a non-GAAP measure. Refer to the non-GAAP measure section of the MD&A. 2Realized Gold Price inclusive of Karma stream; 3Realized Gold Price less All-in Sustaining Cost per ounce; 4Net revenue less All-in Sustaining Costs; 5Net revenue less All-in Sustaining Costs and Non-Sustaining capital.
Sebastien de Montessus, President and CEO, commented: “We are very pleased with our strong performance during the third quarter, which positions us to achieve our annual guidance set at the beginning of the year despite the ongoing challenges presented by the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Our Net Debt has decreased by 71% over the last 12 months, with nearly $300 million reduced during the third quarter alone, allowing the Group to boast a healthy leverage ratio of below 0.3x as we quickly approach a net cash position. We look forward to delivering a record-breaking fourth quarter, as we expect an even stronger performance given the restart at Boungou, higher grades at Houndé and the end of the rainy season.
Given our strong balance sheet and expected robust free cash flow generation, we are pleased to announce our first dividend at an attractive yield as part of our capital allocation framework and strategy of maximizing shareholder value. Our goal is to maintain a similar dividend yield until we have reached a targeted net cash position of $250 million. Once this targeted net cash position is reached, we would be well positioned to re-assess our capital allocation priorities, which include increasing our shareholder return program.
In addition to increasing our cash flow generation in the short term, we are also well positioned to deliver medium and longer-term value creation. We see potential to continue to optimize and extend the mine lives at both Ity and Houndé and are now deploying the same strategy at the recently acquired, and swiftly integrated, Boungou and Mana mines. We are also continuing to build optionality within our portfolio by aggressively advancing our attractive pipeline of projects, where efforts are currently being prioritized on fast tracking our Fetekro Project to a pre-feasibility study in Q1-2021.
The progress we have made across our business over recent years is bearing fruit as we have created a compelling investment proposition. We are now focused on further enhancing our capital markets appeal, by paying dividends and evaluating a secondary listing, both with a focus on driving incremental investor demand through notably increased index inclusions.”
ENDEAVOUR DECLARES FIRST DIVIDEND
Endeavour is pleased to announce that, based on its expected robust free cash flow generation, its Board of Directors has declared a first dividend of $60 million for the 2020 fiscal year, payable in early Q1-2021. This first dividend equates to approximately $0.37 per share (C$0.48 per share) and represents a 1.6% yield based on Endeavour’s closing price on November 11, 2020. The Company expects to announce the record date later in Q4-2020.
This first dividend sets the path to a sustainable dividend policy, based on its capital allocation framework and its strategy of maximizing long term shareholder value. Following the payment of this first dividend, the Board of Directors expects to declare future dividends on a semi-annual basis, with the goal of maintaining a similar dividend yield until it has reached a targeted net cash position of $250 million. Once that target is reached, the Company would be well positioned to re-assess its capital allocation priorities, which may include augmenting its shareholder return program.
UPCOMING CATALYSTS
The key upcoming expected catalysts are summarized in the table below.
Table 2: Key Upcoming Catalysts
TIMING
CATALYST
Q4-2020
Houndé
Higher production due to the ramp-up of high grade Kari Pump deposit
Q4-2020
Boungou
Higher production due to restart of mining which provides higher-grade mill feed
Q1-2021
Corporate
Payment of first dividend
Q1-2021
Houndé
Maiden reserve estimate for Kari Center and Kari Gap
Q1-2021
Fetekro
Pre-Feasibility Study (plant size expected to be doubled to 3.0Mtpa)
COVID-19 UPDATE
Since the outbreak of the global COVID-19 pandemic, Endeavour has focused on the well-being of its employees, contractors and local communities, while ensuring business continuity. In addition, host governments in Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Mali have taken strict and pro-active measures to minimize overall exposure in their countries.
Protecting the well-being of employees, contractors, and local communities
Endeavour has implemented a range of preventative measures across all its sites, including social distancing, health screening, augmented hygiene and restricted access to sites.
Endeavour operates in close coordination with the national health authorities and is using the epidemiological surveillance system it developed to assist host countries (Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Mali) with the monitoring and tracking of the pandemic in these countries.
Endeavour’s donations of key medical equipment and supplies to regional, community and on-site medical centers continued during the quarter across all three countries of its projects and operations.
A range of community programs were implemented during the quarter including micro-credit programs, which help to support people in host communities whose livelihoods have been impacted by the pandemic, and e-learning programs in Burkina Faso to facilitate access to distance learning for students.
Business continuity response plan
In early March 2020, Endeavour put in place a business continuity plan to mitigate the risks and potential impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, which has three levels of response:
Level 1, which the Group is currently operating under, involves a range of preventative measures including temperature checks, restricted access to sites, social distancing, increased hygiene standards and mandatory quarantine periods for employees arriving in-country, while otherwise continuing operations as normal.
Level 2 is designed to be initiated should COVID-19 become more prevalent in the countries in which the Group operates and involves comprehensive restrictions on movement into and out of the mines. Under these circumstances, Endeavour’s mines would be isolated, but mining operations and the shipment of gold would continue.
Level 3 involves the full or partial suspension of mining and processing operations.
Each of Endeavour’s operations are continuing to operate at normal levels with gold shipments and sales continuing, albeit with increased health and safety measures and decreased efficiencies in some parts of the operations.
Employees in a role that enabled them to work from home were asked to do so. The Corporation’s cloud-based strategy ensured that employees could access all the relevant applications, systems and collaboration tools that they needed to perform their duties. In addition, the cyber security response was updated and is constantly tracked in light of the increased cyber security risk generally observed during the pandemic.
OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
Continued strong safety record for the Group, with a low Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (“LTIFR”) of 0.14 for the trailing 12 months.
Endeavour remains on track to achieve its pro forma Group FY-2020 production guidance of 995 – 1,095koz at an AISC of $865 – $915/oz, despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The fourth quarter is expected to be the strongest quarter of the year given the recent restart of mining operations at Boungou and the processing of higher grade ore from the Kari Pump deposit at Houndé.
Table 3: Pro Forma Group Production and AISC1
YTD-2020
FULL YEAR GUIDANCE
Gold Production, koz
722
995
—
1,095
All-in Sustaining Cost1, $/oz
929
865
—
915
1This is a non-GAAP measure. Refer to the non-GAAP measure section of the MD&A. Endeavour believes that operating and financial figures for SEMAFO are representative of the period ended June 30, 2020 as the Transaction closed on July 1, 2020. Figures presented and disclosed relating to SEMAFO operations represent classifications and calculations performed using consistent historical SEMAFO methodologies. Potential differences may include, but not limited to, classification of corporate costs and operating expenses, classification of mining, processing, and site G&A costs, classification of capitalized waste as sustaining and non-sustaining, valuation of stockpiles and gold in circuit. Pro forma information has not been adjusted and is comprised of the simple sum of information provided for each of Endeavour and SEMAFO.
Q3-2020 consolidated production amounted to 244koz, an increase of 95koz or 64% over Q2-2020, due to the addition of the Mana and Boungou mines, as well as increased production at Houndé, Karma and Agbaou, which was slightly offset by a modest decrease at Ity. AISC decreased by $33/oz or 4% to $906/oz as lower costs at Houndé and Ity, as well as the addition of Mana and Boungou, more than offset increased costs at Agbaou and Karma and higher royalty costs due to the strong gold price.
YTD-2020 consolidated production amounted to 565koz, an increase of 92koz or +19% over YTD-2019 as a full nine months of Ity and the addition of Mana and Boungou more than offset an expected decline in production at Agbaou. AISC increased due to expected increases at Agbaou, Ity and Houndé, as well as the addition of a full quarter of operations at Mana, which were partially offset by lower unit corporate costs and the addition of the low cost Boungou mine.
Table 4: Consolidated Group Production
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
(All amounts in koz, on a 100% basis)
Agbaou
25
24
36
77
103
Ity Heap Leach
—
—
—
—
3
Ity CIL
44
47
64
152
130
Karma
22
20
26
70
69
Houndé
62
57
55
175
168
Mana
60
—
—
60
—
Boungou
30
—
—
30
—
GROUP PRODUCTION
244
149
181
565
473
Table 5: Consolidated Group All-In Sustaining Costs
(All amounts in US$/oz)
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Agbaou
1,139
955
767
1,013
780
Ity Heap Leach
—
—
—
—
1,086
Ity CIL
774
784
575
727
580
Karma
1,073
952
901
959
962
Houndé
865
965
954
966
857
Mana
896
—
—
896
—
Boungou
752
—
—
752
—
Corporate G&A
20
34
33
26
36
GROUP AISC
906
939
803
912
817
AGBAOU MINE
Q3 2020 vs Q2 2020 Insights
Production remained flat as an increased proportion of the mill feed was comprised of higher grade fresh ore, which compensated for the guided reduction in plant throughput.
Total tonnes mined increased by 16% as activities focused on the deeper elevation and fresh material zones of the North pit and the South pit with marginal contribution from the West pit. Tonnes of ore mined decreased due to greater emphasis on waste extraction, as demonstrated by the significant increase in the overall strip ratio.
Tonnes milled decreased due to the planned higher proportion of fresh ore in the mill feed.
Processed grades increased as a result of higher grade ore from the fresh zones of the North pit and the South pit which were partially offset by lower grade stockpiles used to supplement the plant feed.
Recovery rates remained stable at 94%.
The AISC increased mainly due to higher sustaining capital, royalties and unit G&A costs offset by lower unit mining and processing costs.
Mining unit costs decreased from $2.76 to $2.66 per tonne mined despite mining harder ore and normal rainy season impacts, due to the volume effect of increased tonnes mined.
Processing unit costs decreased from $8.88 to $8.52 per tonne mainly due to savings in power cost due to lower tonnes milled.
Sustaining capital costs increased from $1.4 million to $3.9 million primarily due to the higher capitalized waste as deferred sustaining capital from H1-2020 was incurred during this quarter.
Non-sustaining capital remained low, marginally increasing from $0.3 million to $0.4 million.
YTD-2020 vs YTD-2019 Insights
As guided, production decreased due to lower grades while tonnage processed and recovery rates remained flat.
AISC increased as a result of higher unit mining costs, unit processing costs, higher royalties and lower ounces sold which were offset by lower sustaining capital and G&A unit costs.
Table 6: Agbaou Quarterly Performance Indicators
For The Quarter Ended
Q3-2020
Q2-2020
Q3-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
527
659
589
Total tonnes mined, kt
6,095
5,248
6,236
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
10.56
6.97
9.59
Tonnes milled, kt
641
675
672
Grade, g/t
1.29
1.14
1.77
Recovery rate, %
94
94
95
PRODUCTION, KOZ
25
24
36
Cash cost/oz
879
801
607
AISC/OZ
1,139
955
767
Table 7: Agbaou Year to Date Performance Indicators
For The Nine Months Ended
YTD-2020
YTD-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
1,943
1,604
Total tonnes mined, kt
17,777
19,009
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
8.15
10.85
Tonnes milled, kt
2,048
2,037
Grade, g/t
1.25
1.64
Recovery rate, %
94
94
PRODUCTION, KOZ
77
103
Cash cost/oz
779
597
AISC/OZ
1,013
780
Q4 and 2020 Outlook
Production is expected to increase in Q4-2020 over Q3-2020 due to higher processed grades and tonnage. As such, Agbaou is expected to achieve the bottom end of its FY-2020 production guidance range of 115,000—125,000 ounces and the middle of its AISC guidance range of $940—$990 per ounce despite higher royalty costs.
Mining is expected to continue principally in the North and South pits with contributions from West pit 5 ceasing during the quarter. Throughput is expected to increase following the end of the rainy season while recovery rates are expected to slightly decrease due to greater volumes of harder fresh ore processed.
Sustaining capital spend for FY-2020 is expected to be below initial guidance of $17.0 million (of which $10.7 million has been incurred to date) due to less capitalized waste, while non-sustaining capital is expected to be in line with the guided $1.0 million (of which $0.9 million has been incurred to date).
Exploration Activities
An exploration program of up to $2.0 million was planned for 2020 with the aim of continuing to test targets located along extensions of known deposits and on parallel trends.
Minimal work was done thus far as Côte d'Ivoire exploration efforts were concentrated on Ity and Fetekro.
BOUNGOU MINE
Q3 2020 vs Q2 2020 Insights
Production remained flat as increased plant throughput offset the lower-grade mill feed, as higher-grade ore stockpiles were prioritized in the previous quarter.
Mining operations restarted in Q3-2020, with activities focused on extracting readily available ore with no drill and blast requirements utilizing a local surface haulage contractor.
Tonnes milled increased due to increased mill availability despite a seven day shut for full liner changes in both the SAG Mill and Vertical Tower Mill ("VTM"). The plant feed originated mainly from stockpiled material, which was supplemented by easily accessible high grade ore from the pits.
As expected, the processed grade decreased due to the declining grade profile of the available ore stockpiles.
Recovery rates remained flat as the characteristics of the ore milled remained similar to Q2-2020.
As expected, AISC increased due the processing of lower grade stockpiles and a higher royalty costs.
Open pit mining unit costs amounted to $11.7 per tonne, which are relatively high due to the use a surface works contractor with small excavator and trucks on an hourly hire basis to accelerate access to higher grade ore whilst the main contractor mobilized to site. Although not overly productive, this option did bring additional ounces forward into Q3-2020.
Processing unit cost decreased from $39.30 to $35.12 per tonne as a result of increased volumes of ore processed, despite being impacted by a seven day shutdown for full liner changes in both the SAG Mill and VTM.
Sustaining capital of $0.5 million increased from $0.1 million in Q2-2020 mainly due to planned road maintenance cost.
Non-sustaining capital of $0.8 million was flat over Q2-2020 with expenditure which relates to infrastructure upgrades and the construction of the air strip.
Table 8: Boungou Quarterly Performance Indicators
For The Quarter Ended
Q3-2020
Q2-2020
Tonnes ore mined, kt
124
—
Total tonnes mined, kt
294
—
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
1.38
—
Tonnes milled, kt
308
270
Grade, g/t
3.15
3.69
Recovery rate, %
94
94
PRODUCTION, KOZ
30
31
Cash cost/oz
621
598
AISC/OZ
752
710
Table 9: Boungou Year to Date Performance Indicators
For The Nine Months Ended
YTD-2020
Tonnes ore mined, kt
124
Total tonnes mined, kt
294
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
1.38
Tonnes milled, kt
778
Grade, g/t
3.88
Recovery rate, %
94
PRODUCTION, KOZ
91
Cash cost/oz
561
AISC/OZ
681
Q4 and 2020 Outlook
Production and AISC are expected to improve in Q4-2020 due to the restart of mining operations, and as such Boungou is expected to achieve the top half of its FY-2020 pro forma production guidance of 130,000 - 150,000 ounces at an AISC at the bottom half of the previously guided $680 - 725 per ounce.
As announced in early September, Endeavour awarded the mining contract to SFTP Mining BF S.A.R.L (“SFTP”), a West African mining contractor, who also provides mining services at Endeavour’s Karma mine. SFTP immediately began to mobilize mining equipment and personnel and, to accelerate the restart, SFTP purchased a some of the on-site fleet from the previous contractor.
Mining, drilling, and blasting activities have ramped up in early Q4-2020 and are expected to reach the contracted amount of approximately 2.0 million tonnes per month in Q4-2020. During Q4-2020, mining activities are expected to focus on the West pit, while preparing the East pit for grade control drilling in 2021.
Exploration Activities
In 2020, a $1.0 million exploration program was planned, which comprised 5,000 meters of reverse circulation drilling.
Exploration activities are expected to resume in Q4-2020, targeting near-mill targets.
HOUNDÉ MINE
Q3 2020 vs Q2 2020 Insights
Production increased due to higher processed grades which more than offset the slightly lower throughput, while the recovery rate remained consistent with Q2-2020.
Total tonnes mined declined by 14% due to the normal rainy season impact, however tonnes of ore mined increased by 15% due to the commencement of mining at Kari Pump. Ore continued to be sourced primarily from the Vindaloo Main, Vindaloo Central and Kari Pump pits and supplemented Bouéré and Vindaloo North pits.
Mining activities commenced at the high grade Kari Pump deposit during the quarter, with over 60,000 meters of grade control drilling completed, pre-stripping is well underway and first ore extraction achieved.
The strip ratio was lower than guided due to a greater focus on ore extraction from the Vindaloo pits and Kari Pump.
Tonnes milled remained flat, despite the rainy season, as oxide ore from Kari Pump offset the impact of greater volumes of fresh ore from Vindaloo.
Average processed grades increased due to the benefit of higher grade ore from Vindaloo Main and Vindaloo Central, which was supplemented by high grade Kari Pump ore.
Recovery rates remained flat.
AISC decreased mainly due to a decrease in sustaining capital, lower processing unit costs and slightly higher sales volumes which more than offset higher royalties and higher mining and G&A unit costs.
Mining unit costs increased from $2.15 to $2.74 per tonne due to the impact of the rainy season (lower volumes, more pumping and lower mining and haulage efficiencies), coupled with higher maintenance costs due to timing of planned work, plus higher grade control drilling and drill and blast costs associated with mining greater volumes of Vindaloo fresh ore.
Processing unit costs decreased from $14.31 to $13.11 per tonne, despite the rainy season, as costs were higher in Q2-2020 due to mill liner replacement.
Sustaining capital decreased decreased from $11.1 million to $7.0 million due to lower waste classified as sustaining capital.
Non-sustaining capital increased from $5.8 million to $7.3 million, higher than initial guidance, with the aim of accelerating the development of the Kari area (more waste extraction, advanced timeline for resettlement, and additional satellite mining infrastructure).
YTD-2020 vs YTD-2019 Insights
Production increased due to slightly higher processed tonnes and grades with recovery rates remaining flat. AISC increased due to higher sustaining waste capitalization, higher royalty costs and a shift to mining and processing a higher proportion of harder fresh ore.
Table 10: Houndé Quarterly Performance Indicators
For The Quarter Ended
Q3-2020
Q2-2020
Q3-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
1,231
1,072
661
Total tonnes mined, kt
9,933
11,509
10,354
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
7.07
9.73
14.67
Tonnes milled, kt
1,010
1,035
1,015
Grade, g/t
2.06
1.91
1.85
Recovery rate, %
92
92
92
PRODUCTION, KOZ
62
57
55
Cash cost/oz
600
632
687
AISC/OZ
865
965
954
Table 11: Houndé Year to Date Performance Indicator
For The Nine Months Ended
YTD-2020
YTD-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
3,204
2,346
Total tonnes mined, kt
32,754
28,896
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
9.22
11.32
Tonnes milled, kt
3,111
3,092
Grade, g/t
1.91
1.84
Recovery rate, %
92
93
PRODUCTION, KOZ
175
168
Cash cost/oz
656
649
AISC/OZ
966
857
Q4 and 2020 Outlook
Production is expected to significantly improve in Q4-2020 over Q3-2020 due to higher processed grades. Houndé is expected to achieve the top end of its FY-2020 production guidance range of 230,000 - 250,000 ounces and the mid-range of its AISC guidance of $865—$895 per ounce in light of higher royalty costs.
Higher grade ore is planned to be processed in Q4-2020 with mill feed from Vindaloo Main and Central supplemented by Kari Pump while mill throughput and recovery rates are expected to remain flat. Greater waste extraction is expected as mining activities continue to ramp up at Kari Pump and as the delayed stripping at Vindaloo is continued.
Sustaining capital spend for FY-2020 is expected to be significantly below the initial guidance of $49.0 million (of which $29.9 million has been incurred to date) mainly due to lower volumes of waste extracted during the year which impacts the stripping ratio and thus allocation to capital. Non-sustaining capital spend for FY-2020 is expected to amount to approximately $25.0 million (of which $14.9 million has been incurred to date), higher than the initial guidance of $10.0 million, primarily due to a greater focus on the development of the Kari area including pre-stripping, fencing and infrastructure and resettlement costs for Kari Pump, plus land compensation for the newly discovered Kari West and Centre deposits, which has been brought forward in order to secure that area for mining in 2021.
Exploration
An exploration program of $11.0 million totaling approximately 94,000 meters was initially planned for 2020, with the aim of delineating additional resources in the Kari area and at the Vindaloo South and Vindaloo North targets. In addition, other targets such as Dohoun and Sia/Sianikoui were expected to be tested.
In YTD 2020, $17.0 million was spent, comprised of nearly 74,000 meters drilled, with up to 11 rigs active. Over 44,000 meters were drilled for geotechnical and metallurgical purposes at Kari West, Kari Centre and Kari Gap, and sterilization and grade control at Kari Pump. A small reconnaissance drilling campaign at Vindaloo North Target 3, Sianikoui, Mambo and Marzipan was also conducted and yielded positive initial results.
An updated resource estimate, incorporating 554,000 additional Indicated ounces for the entire Kari area, was published in early Q3-2020.
Maiden reserves for Kari Center, Gap, South and Pump Northeast are expected in Q1-2021.
ITY MINE
Q3 2020 vs Q2 2020 Insights
Production decreased slightly as higher throughput and gold recoveries largely offset the lower processed grades.
Total tonnes mined increased significantly (up 18%), despite the rainy season, as additional mining equipment was added in late Q2-2020 with the aim of accelerating the development of several larger pits to provide greater operating flexibility. Mining in Q3-2020 prioritized pit cut-backs at the higher grade Ity and Bakatouo deposits.
Tonnes milled increased by 11% due to a higher proportion of oxide material as well as higher mill availability and utilization following completion of plant maintenance during Q2-2020. Two power screens were commissioned in late Q3-2020 which assisted in feeding high moisture oxide content through the surge bin.
Processed grade decreased slightly more than guided due to the focus on completing pit cut-backs, which consequently resulted in ore extraction being constrained to lower grade oxide ore available in upper mine areas and lower grade stockpiles supplementing the plant feed.
Recovery rates increased as a higher proportion of oxide material was fed through the plant as a result of the change in mining sequence.
AISC decreased due primarily to the lower strip ratio, an increase in gold sold, higher recovery rates, and lower unit processing costs, which were partially offset by higher unit mining and G&A costs, and higher royalty expenses.
Mining unit costs increased from $3.12 to $3.81 per tonne mined due to the higher load and haul cost associated with using ADTs, timing of equipment maintenance costs, increased proportion of fresh material, which required increased drill and blast and the higher costs associated with mining in the rainy season.
Processing unit costs decreased from $11.96 to $11.27 per tonne due to a higher proportion of oxide material processed and higher mill throughput.
Sustaining capital remained consistent with prior periods at $2.2 million
Non-sustaining capital decreased from $10.7 million to $3.7 million due to the completion of the Tailings Storage Facility (“TSF”) raise in Q2-2020 and less waste capitalization of the new Colline Sud pit, which was accelerated and largely completed in Q2-2020.
YTD-2020 vs YTD-2019 Insights
Production increased as the Ity CIL plant operated for the full nine month period ended September 30, 2020 compared to lesser production time for the same period in 2019 with commercial production declared on April 8, 2019. AISC increased as guided due to increased sustaining capital related to the component change-out associated with heavy mining equipment and higher royalties associated with the higher gold price.
Table 13: Ity CIL Year to Date Performance Indicators
For The Nine Months Ended
YTD-2020
YTD-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
5,911
4,162
Total tonnes mined, kt
16,923
10,447
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
1.86
1.51
Tonnes milled, kt
3,897
2,375
Grade, g/t
1.52
1.99
Recovery rate, %
81
89
PRODUCTION, KOZ
152
130
Cash cost/oz
599
522
AISC/OZ
727
580
Q4 and 2020 Outlook
Production is expected to improve in Q4-2020 over Q3-2020 due to higher processed grades. Due to lower than planned Q2-2020 performance (as previously described) and a lower than anticipated Q3-2020 performance (due to the stronger focus on conducting pit cut-backs), Ity’s full year production is expected be below the guidance range of 235,000 – 255,000 ounces and AISC is expected to be above the guidance of $630 – $675 per ounce, which also reflects the higher royalty costs. The short-term compromises made are expected to position Ity for a stronger performance in Q4-2020 and into 2021. Endeavour remains on track to achieve its Group 2020 guidance, as Ity’s performance is expected to be offset by stronger performance across other mines.
Plant feed in Q4-2020 is expected to be sourced primarily from higher-grade sulfide ore at the Daapleu pit, while continuing to be supplemented by ore from smaller satellite pits and lower grade historic heap dumps. The proportion of higher-grade fresh ore is expected to increase whilst throughput and recovery rates are expected to decline in line with the metallurgical characteristics of Daapleu sulphide ore processed.
The Tables 14 and 15 below illustrate the various mining activities since operations began in early 2019. In 2020, Daapleu has been the main ore source with contributions from satellite deposits and historical heap leach dumps. Following the completion of the TSF lift in Q2-2020 (brought forward due to the plant volumetric upsize finalized in Q4-2019), mining in Q3-2020 prioritized pit cut-backs at the higher-grade Ity and Bakatouo deposits. Once these cut-backs are completed in 2021, the mine will be better positioned to source ore from several large deposits in order to optimize the plant feed based on metallurgical characteristics, rather than currently being constrained to mainly Daapleu.
Table 14: Ity CIL 2019 Mining Focus
Pit /Activity
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Ity (main pit)
Ore
Ore & waste
Bakatouo (main pit)
Ore
Daapleu (main pit)
Pre-strip
Ore
Historical HL and stockpiles
Ore
TSF
TSF build (starter dam)
Table 15: Ity CIL 2020 Mining Focus
Pit /Activity
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Ity (main pit)
Ore & waste
Cut-back
Bakatouo (main pit)
Ore
Cut-back
Daapleu (main pit)
Waste stripping
Ore
Historical HL and stockpiles
Ore
Colline Sud (satellite)
Pre-strip
Ore
TSF
TSF (lift 2)
Sustaining capital spend is expected to increase in Q4-2020 due to a stronger focus on accelerating the cut-backs at the Ity and Bakatouo pits. In addition, several plant optimization initiatives have been identified to increase the plant capacity from 5.0Mtpa to 5.6Mtpa with minimal capital spend. These initiatives are expected to commence in Q4-2020 and be completed in 2021 during scheduled maintenance downtimes. Sustaining capital spend is expected to total approximately $13.0 million for FY-2020 (of which $5.7 million has been incurred to date), compared to the initially guided $8.0 million.
Non-sustaining capital spend for FY-2020 is expected to be in line with the guided amount of approximately $35.0 million (of which $25.4 million has been incurred to date) with Q4 activity primarily related to the commencement of the TSF lift 3, Le Plaque haul road and compensation, river diversions and the Ity pit cut-back.
Exploration Activities
An exploration program of up to $14.0 million totaling approximately 100,000 meters was initially planned for 2020, with the aim of growing the Le Plaque, Bakatouo, and Daapleu deposits, and testing other targets such as Floleu and Samuel.
In YTD-2020, $13 million was spent, comprised of over 85,000 meters drilled, with eight rigs active over the greater Ity area. The majority of drilling was focused on the Le Plaque area and on near-mill targets such as Verse West and Leach pad and Daapleu SW.
As announced on July 7, 2020, drilling has resulted in a 43% increase in Le Plaque’s Indicated resource estimate to 689,000 ounces. In addition, several other nearby targets have also been identified. At least 15,000 meters of drilling aimed at testing Le Plaque extensions and other nearby targets are planned for the remainder of 2020.
KARMA MINE
Q3 2020 vs Q2 2020 Insights
Production increased due to the recovery of some of the gold locked up in the heap during the previous quarter, which offset the lower grade, recovery rate and tonnage stacked.
Total tonnes mined decreased by 9% due to the slowdown caused by the rainy season. Ore tonnes mined decreased by 22% due to the higher strip ratio associated with both the Kao North and GG1 pits.
Ore tonnes stacked decreased due to the lower capacity to stack the wet oxide ore during the rainy season (similar overall utilization as Q2-2020 though lower average throughput rate).
The stacked grade decreased due to a higher proportion of lower grade ore from the GG1 pit and low grade stockpiles used to supplement the stacked ore.
Recovery rates decreased due to the leach characteristics of the high proportion of GG1 ore stacked.
AISC increased mainly due to higher unit processing costs and royalties, which were partially offset by lower unit mining costs and sustaining capital.
Mining unit costs decreased from $2.38 to $2.15 per tonne due to mining efficiencies with the new mining contractor.
Processing unit costs increased from $6.56 to $7.43 per tonne due to higher use of cyanide and cement associated with the larger proportion of GG1 ore stacked.
Sustaining capital costs decreased from $2.0 million to $1.5 million due to decreased capitalized waste at the Kao North pit.
Non-sustaining capital spend decreased from $3.8 million to $1.7 million.
YTD-2020 vs YTD-2019 Insights
As guided, production increased due to the higher throughput rate associated with the upgrades to the stacking system.
AISC decreased as a result of lower unit processing and G&A costs, a lower strip ratio and an increase in ounces sold.
Table 16: Karma Quarterly Performance Indicators
For The Quarter Ended
Q3-2020
Q2-2020
Q3-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
1,011
1,288
948
Total tonnes mined, kt
4,391
4,802
4,358
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
3.35
2.73
3.60
Tonnes stacked, kt
1,192
1,238
919
Grade, g/t
0.76
0.81
1.17
Recovery rate, %
72
80
79
PRODUCTION, KOZ
22
20
26
Cash cost/oz
861
723
765
AISC/OZ
1,073
952
901
Table 17: Karma Year to Date Performance Indicators
For The Nine Months Ended
YTD-2020
YTD-2019
Tonnes ore mined, kt
3,528
2,838
Total tonnes mined, kt
14,146
14,787
Strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
3.01
4.21
Tonnes milled, kt
3,544
3,061
Grade, g/t
0.86
0.89
Recovery rate, %
79
81
PRODUCTION, KOZ
70
69
Cash cost/oz
768
834
AISC/OZ
959
962
Q4 and 2020 Outlook
Production is expected to increase slightly in Q4-2020 over Q3-2020 due to an increased stacked tonnage following the end of the rainy season, however FY-2020 production is expected to be slightly below the guidance range of 100,000 - 110,000 ounces. Despite higher royalty costs, Karma is expected to achieve the mid-range of AISC FY-2020 guidance of $980 - $1,050 per ounce.
Mining activity is expected to continue at the Kao North pit and GG1 throughout the remainder of the year. Ore stacked grades are expected to be consistent with those seen in Q3-2020 as low grade stockpiles continue to supplement the ore stacked.
Sustaining capital spend for FY-2020 is expected to be below the guided amount of approximately $9.0 million (of which $4.2 million has been incurred YTD-2020).
Non-sustaining capital spend for FY-2020 is expected to be in line with guidance of approximately $9.0 million (of which all $7.6 million has been incurred YTD-2020).
Exploration Activities
An exploration program of up to $2.0 million was planned for 2020 with the aim of in-fill drilling and testing extensions of known deposits.
Minimal work has been done thus far in 2020 as Burkina Faso exploration efforts were focused on the numerous Houndé exploration targets.
MANA MINE
Q3 2020 vs Q2 2020 Insights
Production increased significantly due to higher processed grades (following stronger underground production and mining of the final open pit benches at Siou), greater throughput and higher recovery rates.
Total tonnes mined from the open pit operations increased by 38% due to an increase in availability of mining and drilling equipment, which also resulted in an increase in ore extraction by 19% despite the higher strip ratio. Ore extraction focused on the Siou and Wona pits, while pre-stripping activities were conducted at the Wona pit.
Tonnes of ore mined from the underground operation increased by 43% as Q2-2020 activities were impacted by a temporary halt to underground operations as a result of the implementation of preventive COVID-19 measures.
Ore tonnes processed increased, despite the higher proportion of fresh blend in the feed, as Q2-2020 was impacted by a shortage of mill feed due to the halt to underground mining operations and mill downtime following a quarantine period associated with changing rosters for COVID.
The processed grade increased due higher underground and open pit mined grades, while lower grade stockpiles supplemented Q2-2020 feed.
Recovery rates increased due to the higher proportion of ore feed from the underground operation which has higher associated recovery rates.
AISC decreased due to higher gold sales and lower underground and open pit unit mining costs which more than offset the higher gold royalties.
Open pit mining unit costs decreased from $4.50 to $3.67 per tonne due to an increase in volumes mined and higher equipment availability which increased efficiencies.
Underground unit mining costs per tonne moved decreased from $58.8 to $47.1 per tonne due to the increase in volumes mined.
Processing unit costs remained flat at $21.54 per tonne as the benefit of greater volumes processed was offset by larger quantities of fresh ore.
Sustaining capital decreased from $11.9 million to $4.8 million, less than guided, due to lower underground development costs and less waste classified as sustaining capital.
Non-sustaining capital increased from $0.5 million to $9.9 million, more than guided, due to the stronger focus on conducting pre-stripping activities at Wona North Stage 4 pit.
Table 18: Mana Quarterly Performance Indicators
For The Quarter Ended
Q3-2020
Q2-2020
OP tonnes ore mined, kt
465
390
OP total tonnes mined, kt
6,416
4,272
OP strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
12.80
9.94
UG tonnes ore mined, kt
197
138
Tonnes milled, kt
593
546
Grade, g/t
3.43
2.84
Recovery rate, %
95
93
PRODUCTION, KOZ
60
48
Cash cost/oz
711
857
AISC/OZ
896
1,251
Table 19: Mana Year to Date Performance Indicators
For The Nine Months Ended
YTD-2020
OP tonnes ore mined, kt
1,067
OP total tonnes mined, kt
15,275
OP strip ratio (incl. waste cap)
13.32
UG tonnes ore mined, kt
498
Tonnes milled, kt
1,804
Grade, g/t
2.91
Recovery rate, %
94
PRODUCTION, KOZ
157
Cash cost/oz
726
AISC/OZ
1,034
Q4 and 2020 Outlook
Mana’s pro forma production is expected to achieve the top half of FY-2020 production guidance range of 185,000 – 205,000 ounces and the mid-range of pro forma AISC guidance of $1,050 – $1,125 per ounce despite higher royalty costs.
Following a stronger Q3-2020, production is expected to be lower in Q4-2020 with the completion of the Siou open pit and higher proportion of ore from Wona, while throughput and recoveries are expected to decline slightly due to this expected change in the ore blend.
Sustaining capital spend is expected to increase slightly in Q4-2020, however is expected to be significantly below the initially guided FY-2020 amount of $70.0 million on a pro forma basis (of which $33.8 million has been incurred to date) due to a greater focus on non-sustaining underground development and pre-stripping activity at Wona. Consequently, non-sustaining capital spend is expected to increase in Q4-2020 and to approximately $25.0 million for FY-2020 on a pro forma basis (of which $10.0 million has been incurred to date), higher than the initial guidance of $2.0 million which is however offset by the lower expected sustaining capital spend.
Exploration Activities
In 2020, a pro forma $3.0 million budget was established to follow up targets identified by geological review with minimal work completed thus far and $1.0 million spent year to date.
In Q3-2020, a total of over 4,000 meters of underground drilling was conducted with the aim of infill drilling a portion of the Inferred material at the southern end of the Siou underground deposit.
In Q4-2020, reconnaissance drill programs of 27,000 meters RC and 8,000 meters core will commence, designed to evaluate northeast continuations of oxide mineralization at both the Kona (immediately north of Wona) and Siou open pits. In addition, a surface drill program of 15,000 meters is planned to evaluate continuations of underground high grade ore shoots at the northeast and southwest ends of the Siou deposit.
FETEKRO PROJECT UPDATE
While the main focus for 2020 is on cash flow generation, Endeavour is continuing to build optionality within its portfolio by progressing exploration and studies in its project pipeline.
During the quarter, Endeavour announced a 108% increase in Indicated resources to 2.5Moz at an average grade of 2.40 g/t Au for its Fetekro Project in Côte d’Ivoire. Within the same announcement, Endeavour also presented the results from a Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) at Fetekro, based on the previously announced 1.2Moz Indicated resource and a 1.5Mtpa gravity/CIL plant, which demonstrated robust project economics as shown in Table 20 below.
Table 20: PEA Highlights
Total Life of Mine
Gold contained processed
1.0Moz
Average recovery rate
95%
Gold production
0.95Moz
Cash costs
$592/oz
AISC
$697/oz
Upfront capital cost
$268m
Pre-tax NPV5% based $1,500/oz
$372m
Pre-tax IRR based $1,500/oz
37%
While progressing on engineering design work, Endeavour recently received confirmation that no further infill drilling or metallurgical testing are required for the reserve estimation process. As such, rather than publishing an updated PEA in Q4-2020, Endeavour has decided to fast track Fetekro to Pre-Feasibility Study (“PFS”) stage, which is targeted for completion in Q1-2021.
The PFS will be based on the updated 2.5Moz Indicated resource (compared to 1.0Moz for the PEA) and will define a production scenario based on a 3.0Mtpa mill throughput (compared to 1.5Mtpa for the PEA). Given its strong exploration potential, Endeavour believes that Fetekro has the potential to become a cornerstone asset with a target of +200koz per annum over 10 years at low AISC.
In order to meet the Q1-2021 PFS delivery date, and given the expected strong results, Endeavour is currently prioritizing efforts during the following months on Fetekro over other projects within its pipeline.
At least 15,000 meters of drilling aimed at extending the Fetekro resource and testing nearby targets are planned in Q4-2020.
EXPLORATION ACTIVITIES
The YTD-2020 Group consolidated exploration spend was $44 million, inclusive of approximately $4.0 million of costs related to geotechnical studies, metallurgical testing and grade control drilling. Details by asset are provided in the mine sections above.
A total of 234,866 meters were drilled during YTD-2020, with the majority conducted in H1-2020 ahead of the rainy season. The main areas of focus were Houndé and Ity near-mine exploration, aimed at extending their mine lives to beyond 10 years, and Fetekro with the aim adding optionality to Endeavour’s project pipeline. In addition, the greenfield program includes a 5,000-meter drilling campaign on the Tanda/Bondoukou property in Côte d’Ivoire, which has yielded positive results.
The exploration budget was increased by $5.0 million to $45.0-$50.0 million post the acquisition of SEMAFO, with exploration efforts on the newly acquired assets ramping up in Q4-2020.
Table 21: Consolidated Exploration Expenditures
(in US$ million unless otherwise stated)
Q3-2020
Q2-2020
YTD-2020
Ity
1
6
13
Houndé
4
7
17
Fetekro
2
5
10
Agbaou
—
—
—
Karma
—
—
—
Kalana
—
—
—
Boungou
—
n.a
—
Mana
1
n.a
1
Other greenfield
1
1
3
TOTAL
9
19
44
Amounts include expensed, sustaining, and non-sustaining exploration expenditures. Amounts may differ from MD&A due to rounding
CASH FLOW BASED ON ALL-IN MARGIN APPROACH
The table below presents the cash flow for Endeavour for the three and nine month periods ending September 30, based on the All-In Margin, with accompanying notes below.
Table 22: Consolidated Cash Flow Based on All-In Margin Approach
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
GOLD PRODUCTION, koz
244
149
181
565
473
GOLD SOLD, koz
(Note 1)
262
150
185
586
477
Gold Price, $/oz
(Note 2)
1,841
1,689
1,443
1,714
1,338
REVENUE
482
253
267
1,005
638
Total cash costs
(179)
(101)
(114)
(396)
(301)
Royalties
(Note 3)
(33)
(18)
(14)
(68)
(35)
Corporate costs
(5)
(5)
(6)
(15)
(17)
Sustaining mining capital spend
(Note 4)
(20)
(17)
(15)
(56)
(37)
ALL-IN SUSTAINING MARGIN
(Note 5)
245
112
118
470
248
Less: Non-sustaining mining capital spend
(Note 6)
(26)
(22)
(8)
(66)
(37)
Less: Non-sustaining exploration capital spend
(Note 7)
(8)
(17)
(4)
(40)
(37)
ALL-IN MARGIN
211
73
106
364
174
Changes in working capital and long-term assets
(Note 8)
(19)
(28)
(13)
(38)
(44)
Taxes paid
(Note 9)
(34)
(20)
(21)
(62)
(52)
Interest paid, financing fees and lease repayments
(Note 10)
(24)
(16)
(16)
(60)
(50)
Cash settlements on hedge programs and gold collar premiums
(Note 11)
(8)
(17)
(2)
(25)
(3)
NET FREE CASH FLOW
127
(8)
54
179
26
Growth project capital
(Note 12)
0
(2)
(6)
(4)
(92)
Greenfield exploration expense
(1)
(2)
(4)
(4)
(10)
M&A, restructuring and asset sales / purchases
(Note 13)
(20)
9
0
(20)
0
Cash acquired on acquisition of SEMAFO
(Note 14)
93
0
0
93
0
Cash paid on settlement of DSUs and PSUs
(2)
0
0
(2)
(1)
Deposit paid on reclamation liability bond
(1)
0
0
(1)
0
Net equity proceeds / (dividends)
(Note 15)
100
0
(5)
100
(5)
Reimbursement of expenditures on mining interest
(Note 16)
22
0
0
22
0
Foreign exchange (losses) /gains
2
1
5
2
0
Other (expenses) /income
0
(4)
(2)
(1)
(1)
Proceeds (repayment) of long-term debt
(Note 17)
(150)
0
0
(30)
80
CASH INFLOW (OUTFLOW) FOR THE PERIOD
172
(6)
42
333
(4)
Certain line items in the table above are NON-GAAP measures. For more information and notes, please consult the Company’s MD&A.
NOTES:
Gold sales increased by 95koz in Q3-2020 compared to Q2-2020 as a result of increased sales across all mines in addition to contributions from the Mana and Boungou mines, which were acquired on July 1, 2020. Gold sales increased in YTD-2020 compared to YTD-2019 due to higher production at Houndé, Karma and Ity (which was commissioned in Q2-2019), in addition to the newly acquired Mana and Boungou mines.
The realized gold price for YTD-2020 was $1,714/oz compared to $1,338/oz for YTD-2019, inclusive of the Karma stream and short term gold contracts. The Karma stream amounted to 5,000 ounces sold in Q3-2020 and 15,000 ounces sold in YTD-2020 at 20% of spot prices. The short term gold contracts, amounted to 74,839 ounces in Q3-2020 at $1,796/oz, and 124,235 ounces for YTD-2020 at an average price of $1,762/oz. The Company has no further gold hedges outstanding.
Royalties increased from $119/oz in Q2-2020 to $125/oz in Q3-2020. The YTD-2020 royalty rate was $116/oz, up by $44/oz on YTD-2019, due to both the higher realized gold price and an increase in the underlying royalty rate based on the applicable sliding scale (above a spot gold price of $1,300/oz, government royalty rates in Burkina Faso increase from 4.0% to 5.0%, and above a spot gold price of $1,600/oz rates increase from 4% to 5% in Côte d'Ivoire).
As shown in the table below, the sustaining capital expenditure from existing mines decreased slightly for Q3-2020 over Q2-2020 due to an increase at Agbaou, which was more than offset by a decrease at Houndé, while Ity and Karma remained flat. The sustaining capital expenditure from existing mines for YTD-2020 increased compared to the corresponding period of 2019 due to scheduled waste capitalization at Houndé and Ity. Further details by asset are provided in the above mine sections.
Table 23: Sustaining Capital
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Agbaou
4
1
4
11
13
Ity CIL
2
2
0
6
0
Karma
2
2
1
4
3
Houndé
7
11
10
30
20
Sustaining capital from existing mines
15
17
15
50
37
Mana
5
n.a.
n.a.
5
n.a.
Boungou
1
n.a
n.a
1
n.a
Consolidated sustaining capital
20
n.a
n.a
56
n.a
The All-In Sustaining Margin from existing mines for Q3-2020 and YTD-2020 increased by $25 million and $115 million respectively, as a result of the higher realized gold price and increase in gold sales (described in Notes 1 and 2) which was partially offset by higher cash costs, royalties, and higher mine sustaining capital spend (specifically during H1-2020). The newly acquired SEMAFO assets significantly contributed to the consolidated All-In Sustaining Margin for Q3-2020, with $107 million on a combined basis.
Table 24: All-in Sustaining Margin
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2020
Houndé
62
45
31
134
87
Ity
52
43
59
155
105
Agbaou
18
20
26
55
61
Karma
11
10
8
34
10
All-in Sustaining Margin from existing mines
143
117
123
378
263
Boungou
40
n.a
n.a
40
n.a
Mana
67
n.a
n.a
67
n.a
Corporate
(5)
n.a
n.a
(15)
n.a
Consolidated All-in Sustaining Margin
245
n.a
n.a
470
n.a
As shown in the table below, the non-sustaining capital expenditure from existing mines decreased significantly for Q3-2020 over Q2-2020 mainly due to a sharp decrease at Ity. The non-sustaining capital spend from existing mines for YTD-2020 increased compared to the corresponding period of 2019, mainly due to the TSF raise and waste capitalization at Ity and waste capitalization and resettlement costs for the Kari Pump area at Houndé, while spend decreased at Agbaou and Karma. Further details by asset are provided in the above mine sections.
Table 25: Non-Sustaining Capital
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Agbaou
0
0
2
1
7
Ity
4
11
0
25
0
Karma
2
4
4
8
16
Houndé
7
6
1
15
11
Non-sustaining capital from existing mines
13
21
7
49
33
Mana
10
n.a
n.a
10
n.a
Boungou
1
n.a
n.a
1
n.a
Non-mining
2
1
1
6
4
Consolidated non-sustaining capital
26
n.a
n.a
66
n.a
The non-sustaining exploration capital spend for YTD-2020 continued to remain high, in line with Endeavour’s strategic objective of unlocking exploration value through its aggressive drilling campaign. Spend in Q3-2020 decreased as the majority of the exploration work planned for FY-2020 was conducted in H1-2020, ahead of the rainy season.
The tables below summarize the Q3-2020 and YTD-2020 working capital movements
Table 26: Working Capital Movement ─ Q3-2020 compared to Q2-2020
THREE MONTHS ENDED
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Q3-2020 Comments
Trade and other receivables
(13)
(11)
Mainly due to an increase in gold sales receivable at Ity.
Trade and other payables
(1)
(10)
Settlement of accounts payable in normal course of business.
Inventories
1
(7)
Prepaid expenses and other
(8)
—
Mainly due to additional contractor prepayments for Boungou restart.
Changes in long-term assets
2
—
Movement due to transfers to current assets and decreases in long term inventory at Ity and Karma.
Total
(19)
(28)
Table 27: Working Capital Movement ─ YTD-2020 compared to YTD-2019
NINE MONTHS ENDED
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
YTD-2020 Comments
Trade and other receivables
(31)
14
Increase in receivable, increase in VAT receivable at Karma and Hounde, and an increase in gold sales receivable at Ity.
Trade and other payables
(8)
(22)
Settlement of accounts payable in the normal course of business.
Inventories
4
(20)
Increase mainly due to decrease in dore bars and consumables at Mana and Boungou.
Prepaid expenses and other
(8)
(8)
Prepaid expenses remained flat.
Changes in long-term assets
4
(8)
Increased due to an inflow from BCM related to the Tabakoto sale.
Total
(38)
(44)
Taxes paid increased by $13.5 million in Q3-2020 compared to Q2-2020. This was due to corporate income tax payments made at Ity and Houndé of $9.7 million and $6.5 million respectively. Taxes paid in YTD-2020 increased by $10.3 million compared to the previous year mainly due to increased corporate income tax payments at Agbaou.
Table 28: Tax Payments
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30, 2019
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
Agbaou
8
12
4
20
4
Karma
0
0
0
0
0
Ity
17
8
10
25
13
Houndé
7
1
6
14
31
Kalana
0
0
0
0
0
Taxes paid for existing mines
32
20
20
58
49
Mana
0
n.a
n.a
0
n.a
Boungou
1
n.a
n.a
1
n.a
Exploration
0
0
0
2
0
Corporate
0
0
2
0
3
Consolidated taxes paid
34
20
21
62
52
The interest paid, financing fees and lease repayments increased in Q3-2020 compared to Q2-2020 as the convertible notes coupon is payable during the first and third quarters. The amount for YTD-2020 increased slightly compared to the corresponding period of YTD-2019 mainly due to interest payment on equipment leases at Ity, as well as the interest accrued from the $120.0m drawn from the RCF during Q2-2020 which was subsequently repaid in Q3-2020.
Cash settlements on hedge programs for YTD-2020 includes a $32 million realized loss on gold collar, and an inflow of $7 million related to short-term forward sales in YTD-2020. The collar expired at the end of June 2020 with the final payment on the collar in early Q3-2020.
Growth project spend decreased from $92 million in YTD-2019 to $4 million in YTD-2020 as the Ity CIL plant was completed in Q1-2019. The amount for YTD-2020 of $4 million relates mainly to the Kalana project.
M&A, restructuring and asset sale activities in Q3-2020 includes $19 million in acquisition and restructuring costs. YTD-2020 includes an inflow $12 million related to the sale of mining equipment spare parts to the contract miner at Karma, which was offset by a $5 million payment for the additional interest in Ity Mine and $26 million in acquisition and restructuring costs.
Represents the cash acquired through the SEMAFO acquisition.
In Q3-2020, net proceeds of $100 million were received from the La Mancha investment, who exercised its anti-dilution right in support of the SEMAFO acquisition.
Relates to the reimbursement received from a mining contractor, which was previously capitalized as part of Karma plant expenditures.
$120 million was drawn on the RCF as a proactive measure in Q1-2020 to secure the Company’s liquidity as part of its COVID-19 business continuity program. In Q3-2020, a repayment of $150 million was made.
NET CASHFLOW, NET DEBT AND LIQUIDITY SOURCES
The table below summarizes operating, investing, and financing activities, main balance sheet items and the resulting impact on the Company’s Net Debt position, with notes provide below.
Table 29: Cash Flow and Net Debt Position for Endeavour
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept 30, 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept 30, 2019
Net cash from (used in), as per cash flow statement:
Operating activities
(Note 18)
202
57
96
385
182
Investing activities
(Note 19)
42
(48)
(33)
(64)
(211)
Financing activities
(Note 20)
(75)
(16)
(21)
9
25
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
3
1
0
3
0
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN CASH
172
(6)
42
333
(4)
Cash position at beginning of period
352
357
78
190
124
CASH POSITION AT END OF PERIOD
(Note 21)
523
352
120
523
120
Equipment financing
(Note 22)
(58)
(64)
(89)
(58)
(89)
Convertible senior bond
(Note 23)
(330)
(330)
(330)
(330)
(330)
Drawn portion of revolving credit facility
(Note 24)
(310)
(430)
(310)
(310)
(310)
NET DEBT POSITION
(Note 25)
175
473
608
175
608
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA (LTM) ratio
(Note 25)
0.29x
1.00x
1.94x
0.29x
1.94x
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA (annualized Q3-2020) ratio
(Note 25)
0.17x
n.a.
n.a.
0.17x
n.a.
Net Debt and Adjusted EBITDA are Non-GAAP measures. For a discussion regarding the company’s use of Non-GAAP Measures, please see "note regarding certain measures of performance" in the MD&A.
NOTES:
In Q3-2020, net cash flow from operating activities increased by $144 million compared to Q2-2020 mainly due to the consolidation of the SEMAFO assets, higher gold sales from the Company's existing assets and higher realized gold price which were partially offset by higher royalties, cash costs, taxes and acquisition and restructuring costs. The Q3-2020 figure also includes a $22 million reimbursement received from a mining contractor, which was previously capitalized as part of Karma plant expenditures. Net cash flow from operating activities for YTD-2020 was $385 million, up $204 million compared to YTD-2019. The increase was mainly driven by a $367 million increase in revenues (due to SEMAFO acquisition, Ity CIL commissioning in Q2-2019, and a realized higher gold price), a $6 million decrease in exploration costs, a $10 million decrease in taxes paid, and a $2 million decrease in corporate costs. These items were partially offset by a $91 million increase in cash costs, a $33 million increase in royalty costs, $26 million in acquisition and restructuring costs and a $29 million increase in settlements related to the gold collar.
Net cash used in investing activities for Q3-2020 included an inflow of $93 million as result of the cash acquired as part of the SEMAFO acquisition, while expenditures on mining interests increased due to the larger portfolio of assets. Net cash used in investing activities for YTD-2020 amounted to $64 million, down $148 million compared to YTD-2019, due to a decrease in growth spend as the Ity CIL construction was completed in Q1-2019. Also included in the YTD-2020 number is $12 million of proceeds for the sale of the fleet at Karma and associated spares, as part of the shift to contractor mining, and a $5 million payment for the increased Ity ownership (contingent consideration based on ounces discovered).
Net cash generated in financing activities for YTD-2020 was $9 million, which is inclusive of the proceeds from the $100 million La Mancha investment as part of the SEMAFO acquisition. In Q1-2020, as a precaution relating to the COVD-19 pandemic, $120 million was drawdown on the RCF, which was repaid in Q3-2020 along with the SEMAFO Macquarie loan facility of $30 million. The YTD-2020 financing activity movement also includes interest payments of $28 million and repayments of $30 million on finance lease obligations.
At quarter-end, Endeavour’s liquidity remained strong with $523 million of cash on hand and $120 million undrawn on the RCF.
The equipment finance lease obligations decreased in Q3-2020 due to scheduled lease payments.
In 2018, Endeavour issued a $330 million convertible note, maturing in February 2023.
The $120 million drawdown made in Q1-2020 was reimbursed in Q3-2020.
Net Debt amounted to $175 million at quarter-end, a decrease of $433 million compared to the corresponding period in 2019. The leverage ratio, Net Debt / Consolidated adj. EBITDA (based on last twelve month), sharply improved over the quarter, decreasing from 1.00 times to 0.29 times. Based on annualizing the Q3 adj. EBITDA, which may be considered as a more relevant metric given that the SEMAFO transaction closed on July 1, 2020, the ratio stands at 0.17 times.
OPERATING CASH FLOW PER SHARE
Operating cash flow amounted to a record $202 million in Q3-2020 (or $1.24 per share outstanding), an increase of $144 million compared to Q2-2020 mainly driven by increased production and a higher realized gold price.
Operating cash flow increased by $204 million in YTD-2020 compared to YTD-2019, amounting to $385 million or $3.00 per share in total. Further insights have been provided in Note 18 above.
Table 30: Operating Cash Flow Per Share
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
QUARTER ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30 2019
CASH GENERATED FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
202
57
96
385
182
Divided by weighted average number of O/S shares, in millions
163
111
110
128
110
OPERATING CASH FLOW PER SHARE
1.24
0.52
0.88
3.00
1.65
Operating Cash Flow Per Share is a NON-GAAP measure. For a discussion regarding the Company’s use of NON-GAAP Measures, please see "note regarding certain measures of performance" in the MD&A.
Operating cash flow before non-cash working capital for Q3-2020 amounted to a record $223 million (or a record $1.37 per share) in Q3-2020 due to the stronger performance across Endeavour's assets and the accretive nature of the SEMAFO transaction. The increase of $137 million over Q2-2020, is further explained in note 19 above.
Operating cash flow before non-cash working capital increased by $210 million in YTD-2020 compared to YTD-2019, amounting to $427 million or $3.33 per share.
Table 31: Operating Cash Flow Before Non-Cash Working Capital Per Share
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
QUARTER ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30 2019
CASH GENERATED FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
202
57
96
385
182
Add back changes in non-cash working capital
(21)
(28)
(14)
(42)
(36)
OPERATING CASH FLOWS BEFORE NON-CASH WORKING CAPITAL
223
85
110
427
217
Divided by weighted average number of O/S shares, in millions
163
111
110
128
110
OPERATING CASH FLOW PER SHARE BEFORE NON-CASH WORKING CAPITAL
1.37
0.77
1.00
3.33
1.98
Operating Cash Flow Per Share is a Non-GAAP measure. For a discussion regarding the Company’s use of Non-GAAP Measures, please see "note regarding certain measures of performance" in the MD&A.
ADJUSTED NET EARNINGS PER SHARE
Adjusted Net Earnings attributable to shareholders amounted to $72 million in Q3-2020 (or $0.44 per share), an increase of $20 million compared to Q2-2020 despite a $80 million increase in depreciation (associated to the inclusion of SEMAFO assets and its purchase price allocation) and despite a $66 million increase in income tax expense.
Adjusted Net Earnings attributable to shareholders amounted to $159 million in YTD-2020 (or $1.24 per share), an increase of $122 million compared to YTD-2019 due to the benefit of higher production at a higher realized gold price and the consolidation of the SEMAFO assets.
Adjustments made in Q3-2020 and YTD-2020 relate mainly to the loss on financial instruments, deferred income tax, share based compensation, and acquisition and restructuring costs.
Table 32: Net Earnings and Adjusted Net Earnings
In US$ million unless otherwise specified.
QUARTER ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
Sept. 30, 2020
June 30, 2020
Sept. 30 2019
Sept. 30, 2020
Sept. 30 2019
TOTAL NET EARNINGS
68
(23)
(24)
81
(28)
Adjustments (see MD&A)
6
92
67
105
85
ADJUSTED NET EARNINGS
74
69
44
186
57
Less portion attributable to non-controlling interests
2
16
11
27
20
ATTRIBUTABLE TO SHAREHOLDERS
72
53
33
159
37
Divided by weighted average number of O/S shares, in millions
163
111
110
128
110
ADJUSTED NET EARNINGS PER SHARE (BASIC)
0.44
0.48
0.30
1.24
0.33
FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Adjusted Net Earnings is a Non-GAAP measure. For a discussion regarding the Company’s use of Non-GAAP Measures, please see "Note Regarding Certain Measures of Performance" in the MD&A.
CONFERENCE CALL AND LIVE WEBCAST
Management will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, November 12, at 8:30am Toronto time (ET) to discuss the Company's financial results.
The conference call and webcast are scheduled at:
5:30am in Vancouver 8:30am in Toronto and New York 1:30pm in London 9:30pm in Hong Kong and Perth
Analysts and investors are also invited to participate and ask questions using the dial-in numbers below: International: +44 (0) 207 192 8338 North American toll-free: +1 877 870 9135 UK toll-free: 0800 279 6619
Confirmation Code: 8729207
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QUALIFIED PERSONS
Clinton Bennett, Endeavour's VP Metallurgy and Met Improvement - a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, is a "Qualified Person" as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and has reviewed and approved the technical information in this news release.
Endeavour Mining is a multi-asset gold producer focused on West Africa, with two mines (Ity and Agbaou) in Côte d’Ivoire, four mines (Houndé, Mana, Karma and Boungou) in Burkina Faso, four potential development projects (Fetekro, Kalana, Bantou and Nabanga) and a strong portfolio of exploration assets on the highly prospective Birimian Greenstone Belt across Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali and Guinea.
As a leading gold producer, Endeavour Mining is committed to principles of responsible mining and delivering sustainable value to its employees, stakeholders and the communities where it operates. Endeavour is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, under the symbol EDV.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT ON FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" including but not limited to, statements with respect to Endeavour's plans and operating performance, the estimation of mineral reserves and resources, the timing and amount of estimated future production, costs of future production, future capital expenditures, and the success of exploration activities. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "expects", "expected", "budgeted", "forecasts", and "anticipates". Forward-looking statements, while based on management's best estimates and assumptions, are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: risks related to the successful integration of acquisitions; risks related to international operations; risks related to general economic conditions and credit availability, actual results of current exploration activities, unanticipated reclamation expenses; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; fluctuations in prices of metals including gold; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, increases in market prices of mining consumables, possible variations in ore reserves, grade or recovery rates; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents, labour disputes, title disputes, claims and limitations on insurance coverage and other risks of the mining industry; delays in the completion of development or construction activities, changes in national and local government regulation of mining operations, tax rules and regulations, and political and economic developments in countries in which Endeavour operates. Although Endeavour has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Please refer to Endeavour's most recent Annual Information Form filed under its profile at www.sedar.com for further information respecting the risks affecting Endeavour and its business. AISC, all-in sustaining costs at the mine level, cash costs, operating EBITDA, all-in sustaining margin, free cash flow, net free cash flow, free cash flow per share, net debt, and adjusted earnings are non-GAAP financial performance measures with no standard meaning under IFRS, further discussed in the section Non-GAAP Measures in the most recently filed Management Discussion and Analysis.
The declaration and payment of future dividends and the amount of any such dividends will be subject to the determination of the Board of Directors, in its sole and absolute discretion, taking into account, among other things economic conditions, business performance, financial condition, growth plans, expected capital requirements, compliance with the Company's constating documents, all applicable laws, including the rules and policies of any applicable stock exchange, as well as any contractual restrictions on such dividends, including any agreements entered into with lenders to the Company, and any other factors that the Board of Directors deems appropriate at the relevant time. There can be no assurance that any dividends will be paid at the intended rate or at all in the future.
NON-IFRS MEASURES
Some of the indicators used by Endeavour in this press release represent non-IFRS financial measures. These measures are presented as they can provide useful information to assist investors with their evaluation of the pro forma performance. Since the non-IFRS performance measures presented in the below sections do not have any standardized definition prescribed by IFRS, they may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Accordingly, they are intended to provide additional information and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The non-IFRS financial performance measures are defined below and reconciled to reported IFRS measures.
Endeavour believes that, in addition to conventional measures prepared in accordance with IFRS, certain investors may find that the total cash cost per ounce sold provided useful information to assist investors with their evaluation of performance and ability to generate cash flow from its operations.
All-in sustaining cost represents the total cash cost plus sustainable capital expenditures and stripping costs presented per ounce sold. Endeavour believes that, in addition to conventional measures prepared in accordance with IFRS, certain investors may find that the all-in sustaining cost per ounce sold better meets their needs by assessing its operating performance and its ability to generate free cash flow.
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APPENDIX 1: PRODUCTION AND AISC BY MINE2
ON A QUARTERLY BASIS
(on a 100% basis)
AGBAOU
ITY CIL
KARMA
HOUNDÉ
MANA
BOUNGOU
Q3-20
Q2-20
Q3-19
Q3-20
Q2-20
Q3-19
Q3-20
Q2-20
Q3-19
Q3-20
Q2-20
Q3-19
Q3-20
Q2-20
Q3-20
Q2-20
Physicals
Total tonnes mined – OP1
000t
6,095
5,248
6,236
6,323
5,374
3,222
4,391
4,802
4,358
9,933
11,509
10,354
6,416
4,272
294
0
Total ore tonnes – OP
000t
527
659
589
2,352
1,650
1,639
1,011
1,288
948
1,231
1,072
661
465
390
124
0
Open pit strip ratio1
W:t ore
10.56
6.97
9.59
1.69
2.26
0.97
3.35
2.73
3.60
7.07
9.73
14.67
12.80
9.94
1.38
0.00
Total ore tonnes – UG
000t
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
197
138
—
—
Total tonnes milled
000t
641
675
672
1,307
1,180
1,183
1,192
1,238
919
1,010
1,035
1,015
593
546
308
270
Average gold grade milled
g/t
1.29
1.14
1.77
1.34
1.59
1.94
0.76
0.81
1.17
2.06
1.91
1.85
3.43
2.84
3.15
3.69
Recovery rate
%
94%
94%
95%
81%
77%
88%
72%
80%
79%
92%
92%
92%
95%
93%
94%
94%
Gold ounces produced
oz
24,816
24,437
36,129
44,470
46,790
63,764
22,389
20,327
26,168
62,038
57,444
54,708
59,678
47,500
30,226
31,143
Gold sold
oz
25,279
25,067
36,081
47,478
46,146
65,354
23,324
21,184
25,442
62,273
57,431
58,392
67,806
38,900
35,411
28,866
Unit Cost Analysis
Mining costs - Open pit
$/t mined
2.66
2.76
2.70
3.81
3.12
4.27
2.15
2.38
2.37
2.74
2.15
2.14
3.67
4.46
11.70
—
Mining costs -Underground
$/t mined
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
47.08
58.76
—
—
Processing and maintenance
$/t milled
8.52
8.88
7.52
11.27
11.96
13.26
7.43
6.56
7.24
13.11
14.31
12.96
21.54
21.41
35.12
39.31
Site G&A
$/t milled
3.65
3.45
4.13
3.24
2.97
4.16
2.11
2.16
2.85
6.59
4.58
5.16
6.62
5.38
15.25
15.67
Cash Cost Details
Mining costs - Open pit1
$000s
16,201
14,502
16,855
24,111
16,779
13,743
9,448
11,427
10,333
27,230
24,718
22,150
23,568
19,041
1,449
1,305
Mining costs -Underground
$000s
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
14,743
13,651
—
—
Processing and maintenance
$000s
5,464
5,989
5,052
14,724
14,116
15,688
8,860
8,120
6,653
13,239
14,808
13,160
12,773
11,697
10,824
10,606
Site G&A
$000s
2,340
2,329
2,772
4,228
3,502
4,917
2,518
2,679
2,619
6,656
4,740
5,237
3,922
2,941
4,701
4,228
Capitalized waste
$000s
(3,791)
(1,292)
(3,591)
(3,538)
(4,793)
—
(1,681)
(1,823)
(2,539)
(10,406)
(9,783)
(8,337)
(12,855)
(10,837)
—
—
Inventory adjustments and other
$000s
1,996
(1,448)
824
(10,267)
(122)
(1,095)
938
(5,091)
2,387
634
1,786
7,890
6,088
(3,137)
5,032
1,123
Cash costs for ounces sold
$000s
22,210
20,080
21,912
29,258
29,482
33,253
20,083
15,312
19,453
37,353
36,269
40,100
48,239
33,356
22,006
17,262
Royalties
$000s
2,689
2,464
2,152
5,238
4,453
3,868
3,410
2,828
2,420
9,516
8,025
6,041
7,754
3,426
4,106
3,039
Sustaining capital
$000s
3,893
1,386
3,619
2,249
2,253
486
1,535
2,028
1,043
6,999
11,117
9,548
4,781
11,886
505
185
Cash cost per ounce sold
$/oz
879
801
607
616
639
509
861
723
765
600
632
687
711
857
621
598
Mine-level AISC Per Ounce Sold
$/oz
1,139
955
767
774
784
575
1,073
952
901
865
965
954
896
1,251
752
710
1) Includes waste capitalized. 2) This is a non-GAAP measure. Refer to the non-GAAP measure section of the MD&A.
ON A YEAR TO DATE BASIS2
(on a 100% basis)
AGBAOU
ITY CIL
KARMA
HOUNDÉ
MANA
BOUNGOU
YTD-20
YTD-19
YTD-20
YTD-19
YTD-20
YTD-19
YTD-20
YTD-19
YTD-20
YTD-20
Physicals
Total tonnes mined – OP1
000t
17,777
19,009
16,923
10,447
14,146
14,787
32,754
28,896
15,275
294
Total ore tonnes – OP
000t
1,943
1,604
5,911
4,162
3,528
2,838
3,204
2,346
1,067
124
Open pit strip ratio1
W:t ore
8.15
10.85
1.86
1.51
3.01
4.21
9.22
11.32
13.32
1.38
Total ore tonnes – UG
000t
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
498
—
Total tonnes milled
000t
2,048
2,037
3,897
2,375
3,544
3,061
3,111
3,092
1,804
778
Average gold grade milled
g/t
1.25
1.64
1.52
1.99
0.86
0.89
1.91
1.84
2.91
3.88
Recovery rate
%
94%
94%
81%
89%
79%
81%
92%
93%
94%
94%
Gold ounces produced
oz
76,713
102,520
152,265
130,051
70,284
69,287
175,342
168,299
157,078
90,787
Gold sold
oz
77,769
104,202
157,138
127,344
71,454
68,910
176,375
172,222
158,506
89,354
Unit Cost Analysis
Mining costs - Open pit
$/t mined
2.69
2.54
3.15
4.02
2.31
2.27
2.36
2.10
4.23
23.91
Mining costs - Underground
$/t mined
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
54.33
—
Processing and maintenance
$/t milled
8.13
7.61
11.73
13.46
6.72
7.24
13.30
12.74
20.27
38.23
Site G&A
$/t milled
3.37
4.39
3.09
4.76
2.25
2.85
4.76
5.92
5.52
14.65
Cash Cost Details
Mining costs - Open pit1
$000s
47,831
48,310
53,271
27,739
32,613
33,572
77,393
60,688
64,568
2,961
Mining costs -Underground
$000s
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
42,208
—
Processing and maintenance
$000s
16,649
15,491
45,698
28,496
23,821
22,165
41,357
39,389
36,565
29,738
Site G&A
$000s
6,900
8,948
12,045
10,068
7,988
8,726
14,797
18,297
9,963
11,392
Capitalized waste
$000s
(10,653)
(12,850)
(9,758)
—
(4,007)
(12,204)
(32,034)
(17,536)
(38,882)
—
Inventory adjustments and other
$000s
(126)
2,340
(7,066)
214
(5,563)
5,206
14,247
10,956
586
6,036
Cash costs for ounces sold
$000s
60,601
62,239
94,190
66,517
54,852
57,465
115,760
111,794
115,008
50,127
Royalties
$000s
7,486
5,566
14,455
6,896
9,489
6,054
24,646
15,784
15,299
9,530
Sustaining capital
$000s
10,715
13,435
5,625
486
4,202
2,801
29,890
20,042
33,588
1,200
Cash cost per ounce sold
$/oz
779
597
599
522
768
834
656
649
726
561
Mine-level AISC Per Ounce Sold
$/oz
1,013
780
727
580
959
962
966
857
1,034
681
1) Includes waste capitalized. 2) This is a non-GAAP measure. Refer to the non-GAAP measure section of the MD&A.
APPENDIX 2: FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR ENDEAVOUR
BALANCE SHEET
As at
As at
September 30,
December 31,
(in US$'000)
2020
2019
ASSETS
Current
Cash and cash equivalents
523,324
189,889
Trade and other receivables
72,775
19,228
Inventories
284,704
168,379
Prepaid expenses and other
33,164
18,542
913,967
396,038
Non-current
Reclamation deposits
Mining interests
2,849,701
1,410,274
Deferred tax assets
13,852
5,498
Other long-term assets
77,279
60,981
Total assets
$
3,854,799
$
1,872,791
LIABILITIES
Current
Trade and other payables
247,011
173,267
Finance and lease obligations
39,543
29,431
Derivative financial liabilities
—
10,349
Income taxes payable
145,292
54,968
431,846
268,015
Non-current
Finance and lease obligations
53,194
57,403
Long-term debt
720,264
638,980
Other long-term liabilities
74,694
41,911
Deferred tax liabilities
308,667
49,985
Total liabilities
$
1,588,665
$
1,056,294
EQUITY
Share capital
3,043,766
1,774,172
Equity reserve
65,228
72,487
Deficit
(1,081,466)
(1,128,792)
Equity attributable to shareholders of the Corporation
$
2,027,528
$
717,867
Non-controlling interests
238,606
98,630
Total equity
$
2,266,134
$
816,497
Total equity and liabilities
$
3,854,799
$
1,872,791
Please consult Financial Statements for notes and more information.
PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
September 30,
September 30,
September 30,
September 30,
(in US$'000)
2020
2019
2020
2019
Revenues
Gold revenue
481,561
267,292
1,004,547
637,973
Cost of sales
Operating expenses
(180,057)
(114,599)
(397,768)
(306,280)
Depreciation and depletion
(134,795)
(54,509)
(231,084)
(142,611)
Royalties
(32,713)
(14,480)
(67,936)
(34,501)
Earnings from mine operations
133,996
83,704
307,759
154,581
Corporate costs
(5,101)
(6,166)
(15,381)
(17,370)
Acquisition and restructuring costs
(19,336)
—
(26,255)
—
Share-based compensation
(7,117)
(5,238)
(13,682)
(12,223)
Exploration costs
(900)
(3,858)
(4,029)
(9,893)
Earnings from operations
101,542
68,442
248,412
115,095
Other income/(expenses)
Loss on financial instruments
(24,268)
(49,528)
(99,691)
(60,162)
Finance costs
(12,143)
(14,170)
(35,787)
(31,475)
Other income/(expenses)
23,089
(673)
23,233
3,704
Earnings before taxes
88,220
4,071
136,167
27,162
Current income tax expense
(68,134)
(16,917)
(94,146)
(44,240)
Deferred income tax recovery/(expense)
47,962
(10,699)
38,874
(11,006)
Net and comprehensive earnings/(loss)
68,048
(23,545)
80,895
(28,084)
Net earnings/(loss) from continuing operations attributable to:
Shareholders of Endeavour Mining Corporation
59,128
(32,199)
47,897
(46,155)
Non-controlling interests
8,920
8,654
32,998
18,071
Net earnings/(loss) from continuing operations
68,048
(23,545)
80,895
(28,084)
Attributable to:
Shareholders of Endeavour Mining Corporation
59,128
(32,199)
47,897
(46,155)
Non-controlling interests
8,920
8,654
32,998
18,071
Please consult Financial Statements for notes and more information.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
THREE MONTHS ENDED
NINE MONTHS ENDED
(in US$'000)
September 30, 2020
September 30, 2019
September 30, 2020
September 30, 2019
Operating Activities
Earnings from continuing operations before taxes
88,220
4,071
136,167
27,162
Adjustments for:
Depreciation and depletion
134,795
54,509
231,084
142,611
Finance costs
12,143
14,170
35,787
31,475
Share-based compensation
7,117
5,238
13,682
12,223
Loss on financial instruments
24,268
49,528
99,691
60,162
(Gain)/loss on disposal of assets
(524)
—
988
—
Cash paid on settlement of DSUs and PSUs
(1,660)
—
(1,881)
(1,125)
Cash received on settlement of forward contract
—
—
6,686
—
Income taxes paid
(33,613)
(20,738)
(62,285)
(51,972)
Cash paid on settlement of revenue protection strategy
(7,566)
(1,633)
(31,503)
(2,570)
Foreign exchange (loss)/gain
(383)
4,830
(974)
(673)
Operating cash flows before changes in non-cash working capital