Madsen Mine Delivers 51% Gold Output Rise in Q2 2026

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West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (WRLG:TSX.V; WRLGF:OTCQX; UJ0:FSE) reported financial and operating results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026, from its Madsen Mine in Ontario's Red Lake mining district, with second-quarter gold production increasing 51% from the first quarter while all-in sustaining costs declined 30%.

West Red Lake Gold produced 8,576 ounces of gold in Q2 2026 at the Madsen Mine. That marked a 51% jump from the 5,667 ounces produced in Q1. Gold sales rose 34% to 8,260 ounces. The company mined 75,524 tonnes, a 46% increase, at an average grade of 4.3 grams per tonne gold. Mined ounces climbed 73% to 10,459.

These results matter now because gold prices have held near multi-month highs above US$4,500 an ounce. Retail investors watching precious metals producers can see how operational gains at a single mine translate directly into revenue and cash flow when the metal price stays elevated.

Why Madsen Ramp-Up Stands Out for Investors

Mill throughput rose 47% to 842 tonnes per day while recovery stayed near 95%. Higher mining rates allowed the company to build a surface stockpile of 10,768 tonnes of ore by quarter's end. Revenue reached CA$49.0 million, up 17% from Q1, and income from mining operations grew 31% to CA$20.1 million.

Adjusted EBITDA increased 54% to CA$22.1 million. The company generated CA$9.7 million in positive free cash flow and finished the quarter with CA$31.2 million in cash.

Key Investor Takeaways

• Gold production jumped 51% quarter-over-quarter to 8,576 ounces while AISC fell 30% to US$3,284 per ounce, landing inside 2026 guidance.
• Mill throughput is expected to reach 1,000 tonnes per day in the second half, supporting full-year guidance of 35,000 to 45,000 ounces.
• Shaft refurbishment will increase hoisting capacity, while development of the Fork deposit is expected to provide an additional production source beginning in 2027.
• Rowan resource of 335,058 indicated ounces at 13.04 g/t gold. The company expects Rowan development to commence in 2028, with production anticipated in 2029 as part of its planned hub-and-spoke strategy centered on the Madsen mill.
• Gold prices near US$4,590 an ounce provide a supportive backdrop for producers with improving costs.
• Institutional ownership is near 30%, and the market cap is roughly CA$392 million.¹

Company Advantages at Madsen and Rowan

The Madsen Mine sits in Ontario's Red Lake district, a historic high-grade gold camp. Existing infrastructure includes a mill and a permitted tailings facility.

West Red Lake Gold is advancing multiple underground complexes and satellite deposits that can feed the same mill without building new processing plants.

Next Catalysts: Shaft, Fork, and 13 Level East Drive

Phase 1 of the Madsen shaft refurbishment is complete and provides an initial hoisting capacity of 200 tonnes per day. Capacity is scheduled to rise to 700 tonnes per day in late 2027 and 2,000 tonnes per day in 2028. The 13 Level East Drive will advance roughly 500 meters in 2026, opening new mining areas and drill platforms east of the current resource.

The Fork satellite deposit, approximately 250 meters from existing underground infrastructure, is being advanced for potential production beginning in 2027. A 3,200-meter drill program at Fork is finished, and a high-grade core target of 130,000 to 150,000 tonnes grading 8 to 9 g/t gold has been identified.

Broader Gold Market Timing

Kitco News reported on August 26 that gold's August rally had reached roughly 15%. Trading Economics reported on August 27 that gold traded near US$4,590 an ounce after hitting a more than three-month high.

Also on August 27, Voice of Emirates reported that gold had risen as concerns about a weakening US dollar continued alongside a cautious mood in financial markets. Debt levels, fiscal spending, and central bank buying have supported prices. For a producer like West Red Lake Gold, these conditions can help margins as costs decline.

Views and Valuation Context

On August 13, Jeff Clark and Daniel Flynn discussed West Red Lake Gold's completion of Phase One of the Madsen shaft refurbishment, calling it a practical step toward larger operations.

On July 15, Cantor Fitzgerald's Matthew O'Keefe reiterated a Buy rating and CA$2.20 price target after noting the Q2 production gains and expected throughput increase to 1,000 tonnes per day. O'Keefe highlighted that costs should trend lower as the operation scales. Some observers remain cautious, noting the company revised 2026 guidance and that ramp-up challenges persist until new mining areas come online.

Share Structure and Near-Term Events¹

Institutional investors hold about 30% of the shares, and insiders hold another 10%. Retail investors own the remaining 60%. The market cap stands near CA$392 million with a 52-week range of CA$0.59 to CA$1.49.

West Red Lake Gold's August corporate presentation outlines continued development through the second half of 2026 and into 2027, including resource expansion drilling and the combined pre-feasibility study for Madsen and Rowan.

Common Questions from Investors

What was the Q2 gold production increase?

Production rose 51% to 8,576 ounces from 5,667 ounces in Q1, while AISC fell 30% to US$3,284 per ounce.

When will the shaft reach higher capacity?

Phase 1 capacity of 200 tonnes per day is already in place. Further increases to 700 tonnes per day are planned for late 2027.

What is the Rowan resource size?

The latest estimate shows 335,058 indicated ounces at 13.04 g/t gold and 179,029 inferred ounces at 15.31 g/t gold.

Is 2026 production guidance still valid?

Yes, guidance remains 35,000 to 45,000 ounces with about 60% weighted to the second half.

Where does Fork fit in the plan?

Fork is a satellite deposit expected to enter the 2027 production profile and lies only 250 meters from existing Madsen infrastructure.

West Red Lake Gold continues to execute its ramp-up plan at Madsen while advancing satellite deposits and the Rowan project. Investors can monitor quarterly production, cost trends, and development milestones as the company works toward higher throughput and additional mining fronts.