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Avino Announces Q1 2026 Production Results
Avino Silver Production Ramps Up; La Preciosa Reserves Validate Mid-Tier Ambitions

Executive Summary
- Q1 2026 Production Results: Reported 568,112 silver equivalent (AgEq) ounces for Q1 2026.
- Operational Performance: Mill throughput increased 11% year-over-year to 185,497 dry tonnes.
- La Preciosa Contribution: The project contributed 49,830 silver ounces in the quarter, demonstrating early-stage production capability.
- Grade Trends: Feed grade silver decreased 4% vs Q1 2025 (56 g/t), gold decreased 24% (0.42 g/t), but copper increased 6%.
- Management Commentary: CEO David Wolfin cited elevated metal prices and expects revenues to significantly outperform the budget due to operational performance and price levels.
- Upcoming Catalysts: Q1 2026 financial statements scheduled for May 13, 2026; conference call on May 14, 2026.
Material Impact
- Validation of Strategy: The production results confirm the feasibility of the inaugural mineral reserves announced on April 16, 2026 (127 million AgEq oz).
- Execution vs. Expectations: While positive, the news is largely consistent with the guidance provided in February 2026 (2.4-2.7M AgEq annualized) and does not introduce unexpected upside that would fundamentally alter valuation models.
- Market Pricing: The stock price has already reacted significantly to previous milestones (Reserve announcement, Financial Results), peaking at $15.26 in January 2026. Current production news is incremental confirmation rather than a transformative event.
- Cost Profile: Feed grade declines in silver and gold are noted but offset by throughput increases; the royalty buyback on La Preciosa (completed Aug 2025) should continue to support margin expansion, though specific Q1 cost metrics were not detailed in this release.
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Company Overview
- Company Profile: Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. is a Mexican-focused mining company transitioning from a junior to a mid-tier primary silver producer.
- Flagship Project: The Avino Mine (primary asset) combined with the La Preciosa project (development stage).
- Asset Base: Three assets consolidated under inaugural mineral reserves: Avino Mine, La Preciosa, and Oxide Tailings.
- Production Mix: Returning to primary silver producer status; silver represented 54% of Q4 2025 revenue.
- Location: All operations located in Durango, Mexico with a 100% Mexican workforce.
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May 13, 2026 · 17:15