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Quarterly UpdatesJul 28, 2026, 04:33 PM

Santacruz Silver Q2 2026 Production: 1.57M oz Silver, 23.2K tonnes Zinc

AI Summary

Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. announced strong Q2 2026 production results, with total silver production reaching 1,573,100 ounces and zinc production at 23,240 tonnes. Consolidated silver production increased 17% quarter-over-quarter and 11% year-over-year, while zinc production rose 7% QoQ and 10% YoY. The company highlighted significant recovery at its Bolivar mine and improved performance at Zimapan, demonstrating operational resilience despite challenges like road blockades in Bolivia.

Key Highlights

  • Total silver production was 1,573,100 ounces in Q2 2026, up 17% QoQ and 11% YoY.
  • Total zinc production reached 23,240 tonnes in Q2 2026, up 7% QoQ and 10% YoY.
  • Bolivar mine silver production increased 32% QoQ to 343,522 ounces.
  • Consolidated tonnes milled rose 7% QoQ to 521,956 tonnes.
  • Lead production increased 18% QoQ to 3,165 tonnes and copper production rose 9% QoQ to 337 tonnes.
  • San Lucas ore processing business saw 22% increase in tonnes milled QoQ.
  • Zimapan silver recovery improved to 72% from 65% QoQ.