Endeavour Silver's Q3 2025 Production Results
Vancouver, Canada — Endeavour Silver Corp. (NYSE: EXK, TSX: EDR) reported an impressive output for the third quarter of 2025. The company produced 1,766,926 ounces of silver and 7,286 ounces of gold, translating to an aggregate of 3.0 million silver equivalent ounces. This notable achievement comes without factoring in the pre-operating production from the Terronera project.
Highlights of the Q3 Performance
CEO Dan Dickson expressed satisfaction with the company's strong performance across its mining operations. He noted the steady results from legacy mines and the increasing integration of Kolpa, along with upcoming commercial production from Terronera, highlighting a promising growth trajectory.
Detailed Production Overview
- Guanaceví: This mine maintained consistent production levels, with throughput slightly exceeding plans, although the grade fell just below expectations.
- Bolañitos: In contrast, Bolañitos experienced lower grades compared to prior quarters, resulting in a slight decline in silver and gold production.
- Kolpa: Delivering reliable outcomes, Kolpa's throughput and metal production aligned with historical performance.
- Terronera Update: The mine is transitioning to commercial production. September saw average mill recoveries of 82.8% for silver and 72.3% for gold, with a throughput surpassing 1,800 tonnes per day.
- Sales Metrics: The quarter recorded sales of approximately 1,762,484 ounces of silver and 7,478 ounces of gold, bolstering the company’s inventory levels significantly.
Mine Operations and Quarterly Performance
Endeavour's consolidated silver production reached 1,766,926 ounces in Q3 2025, a remarkable increase of 102% from Q3 2024, benefiting from the addition of Kolpa. Excluding Kolpa's output, overall production still represented a 34% rise compared to the previous year.
In terms of throughput, Guanaceví recorded a notable 48% increase compared to the same period last year, despite facing lower grades. Supplies from local third-party feeds contributed significantly to the quarterly mill throughput by 19%, with rising precious metal prices further driving mining outputs.
Bolañitos and Kolpa Performance
Bolañitos saw a slight decrease in mill throughput of 3% compared to Q3 2024. However, silver grades were incredibly strong, resulting in a 36% increase in silver production year-on-year. The lower gold grades corresponded to a decrease in gold output. In contrast, Kolpa reported processing of 195,752 tonnes, yielding an impressive silver production output of 598,689 ounces for a silver equivalent of 1,286,139 ounces when accounting for base metal recovery.
Overview of Key Consolidated Production Results
For Q3 2025, the following results were highlighted:
- Tonnes Processed: 400,245, a 129% increase from 175,065 a year earlier.
- Silver Ounces Produced: 1,766,926, marking a 102% year-over-year rise.
- Gold Ounces Produced: 7,286, which is down 22% from the previous year's output of 9,290 ounces.
Continued Growth and Future Outlook
As Endeavour Silver moves ahead, the focus remains firmly on sustainable production practices, aiming to refine operations and continue on its upward growth path. Ongoing exploration projects in Mexico, Chile, and the United States will bolster efforts to establish the company as a leading silver producer in the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Endeavour Silver's production numbers for Q3 2025?
Endeavour Silver produced 1,766,926 ounces of silver and 7,286 ounces of gold in Q3 2025.
What does the future hold for the Terronera mine?
Terronera is nearing commercial production with increasing mill throughput and recoveries.
How did Kolpa's performance contribute to overall production?
Kolpa produced 598,689 ounces of silver, contributing significantly to the overall silver equivalent production.
What was the performance of the Guanaceví mine?
Guanaceví reported a substantial increase in throughput, contributing to a 102% rise in overall silver production.
What are Endeavour Silver's plans for sustainability in operations?
Endeavour is committed to sustainable mining practices while focusing on community development and responsible operations.
