Highlights:
- EBITDA Growth: Earnings surged 106% to $8.68 billion in 2024.
- Production Increase: Gold output rose 23% to 6.85 million ounces, with a 14% rise in Q4.
- Price Boost: Realised gold prices increased 23% to $2,408 per ounce.
- 2025 Forecast: Gold production expected to decline to 5.9 million ounces.
Newmont Corporation (ASX:NEM) has reported a 106% increase in earnings (EBITDA) to $8.68 billion in 2024, driven by higher gold sales volumes and a 23% rise in realised gold prices to $2,408 per ounce.
The company produced 6.85 million ounces of gold during the year, marking a 23% increase from 2023. This growth was fueled by a 14% rise in fourth-quarter production to 1.899 million ounces, supported by stronger operational performance at Peñasquito, Boddington, Lihir, and Nevada Gold Mines (a non-managed joint venture).
Outlook for 2025: Lower Production Expected
Despite the strong results in 2024, Newmont has revised its 2025 gold production forecast downward to 5.9 million ounces, indicating a shift in expectations for the coming year.
Commenting on the results, President and CEO Tom Palmer emphasized the company’s resilience and strategic focus:
"2024 was a transformational year for Newmont, as we focused on the integration of the Newcrest portfolio, divestment of our non-core assets, and transitioning the business onto a stable operating and investment platform."