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St Barbara Limited (ASX:SBM)

ALERT: Price-sensitive ASX Announcement for SBM
Current share price for SBM : $0.455 -0.105 (-18.75%)+
Announcement
Release
10 Dec 2025 4:33PM
Price at Release
$0.560
Full Release
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Summary
St Barbara Limited has announced the completion of the Touquoy Restart Study, which is set to proceed to the permitting phase. The study shows a strong economic case for restarting operations at the Touquoy site with a low capital requirement, leveraging existing infrastructure to process stockpiled ore. The project is expected to have a 13-month operational period, producing 38,000 ounces of gold with an estimated pre-tax NPV5 of C$60.3 million (A$65.8 million) and a high internal rate of return. The permitting outlook is positive, with initial scoping underway in Nova Scotia, and the project is anticipated to contribute significantly to the local economy, including job creation. The restart will use existing facilities with minimal environmental impact, as no additional disturbance areas are planned. Key management and operational staff are retained for efficient project execution.
Key Points
  • Touquoy Restart Study completed and proceeding to permitting.
  • Estimated production of 38,000 ounces of gold over 13 months.
  • Pre-tax NPV5 estimated at C$60.3 million (A$65.8 million).
  • High internal rate of return estimated at 564%.
  • Low initial capital requirement using existing facilities.
  • Positive permitting outlook in Nova Scotia.
  • Operations to contribute significantly to local economy and job creation.
  • Existing facilities maintained in 'hot' care for quick restart.
  • No additional environmental disturbance planned.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.