Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd. (SM:TSX.V; SMDRF:OTCQX) has announced that the company has generated over US$2.4 million in revenues since the test mining and milling phase began at its La Guitarra mine complex. Sierra Madres reported that it has been processing an average of 350 tonnes per day of silver and gold mineralization over the past 30 days. This marks a significant milestone in its operational progress.
As of September 20, a total of 27,990 tonnes of material have been processed, and Sierra Madre has delivered eight shipments, totaling 466 dry metric tonnes of silver-gold concentrate, to MRI Trading. Concentrate grades have ranged between 2,752 grams per tonne (g/t) to 3,442 g/t silver and 28.65 to 38.45 g/t gold, with final assay results pending upon shipment to the smelters.
Ken Scott, Chief Financial Officer of Sierra Madre, commented in the news release, "This marks a significant financial milestone for Sierra Madre. The Guitarra team is continuing to do a great job of incrementally increasing the daily production rate. Our next test mining and processing goal is 400 tonnes per day, followed by commercial production of 500 tonnes per day before year-end."
Gold Market Momentum Boosts Outlook for Sierra Madre's Operations
According to John Newell on September 24, "Gold has historically been considered money, and the Dow Gold ratio helps investors gauge which asset — stock or gold — is outperforming the other." Newell further noted through this ratio he believes that "these markets could be entering another period where gold starts to outpace stocks," suggesting that current market conditions may favor the precious metal as inflationary pressures and economic instability rise.
This perspective aligns with broader trends in the sector. On September 18, Kitco reported that "Momentum in the gold market is creating significant value in the mining sector as prices push above US$2,600 an ounce." In the article, Warwick Smith highlighted that as the market sentiment improved, "mining stocks are expected to be the biggest beneficiaries as investors start to recognize their value and growth potential." This reinforces the positive outlook for companies like Sierra Madre, which are well-positioned to benefit from the rising value of gold.
Stockhead also weighed in on September 13, stating that "Gold has reached a new high of US$2,568/oz," driven by shifting investor sentiment and favorable economic conditions. The rally in gold prices, spurred by investors buying back once-bearish bets, is creating opportunities for gold companies. As 321 Gold wrote on September 17, "Gold is in a sweet spot where gamblers can buy, and investors who buy only weakness should simply enjoy their core positions ride."
Key Milestones and Growth Targets for Sierra Madre's La Guitarra Mine
Sierra Madre's La Guitarra mine continues to gain momentum as the company focuses on expanding production and ramping up operations. Test mining has been in continuous operation since June 25, 2024, with throughput rates steadily increasing. According to the company's investor profile, the next major milestones for Sierra Madre include achieving a test production rate of 400 tonnes per day, followed by commercial production at 500 tonnes per day before the end of the year. Additionally, the company expects to increase concentrate production to approximately 350 dry metric tonnes per month by year-end, which could significantly enhance revenue streams from concentrate sales.
According to the presentation, Sierra Madre's management has extensive experience in the mining sector, with a track record of successfully advancing projects toward production. The company's ability to maintain operational momentum, combined with its focus on maximizing silver and gold recovery from La Guitarra, positions it for further growth as it targets mid-tier silver producer status.
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