Westgold Resources (ASX/TSX: WGX) reported Q1 FY27 results for the quarter to 30 September 2026, with gold production of 98.4koz at an AISC of A$2,912/oz, versus 98.9koz at A$2,802/oz in Q4 FY26, and no lost time injuries. Cash, bullion and liquid investments rose A$101M to A$1,040M, with mine operating cash flow of A$292M and an underlying Treasury build of A$251M; the company remains debt-free and unhedged. Group Ore Reserves increased 41% to 4.1Moz, and A$22M of shares were bought back during the quarter under a A$50M FY27 program. A revised policy sets a minimum annual return of 3 cents per share, including a 2 cent fully franked dividend. Westgold remains on track for FY27 guidance of 385–425koz and targets around 500koz by FY29.
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