The Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) share price is in focus after the company reported preliminary gold sales of 381,000 ounces for the March quarter, keeping it on track to meet its revised full-year guidance.
What did Northern Star Resources report?
- Gold sold (March quarter): 381,000 ounces (koz)
- Total gold sold in FY26 to date (nine months): 1,110,000 ounces (koz)
- FY26 production guidance: Forecast above 1.5 million ounces (Moz)
- New KCGM mill commissioning: Early FY27
What else do investors need to know?
Northern Star’s progress towards its full-year target hinges on maintaining strong mill throughput at KCGM. While the company isn’t currently facing diesel supply issues, management flagged it as a key ongoing risk for the mining sector.
The release notes that Northern Star will provide a more detailed quarterly update on 22 April 2026, along with a public results call for investors and analysts.
What’s next for Northern Star Resources?
Investors should watch for the official March quarterly results later this month, which will offer further detail on costs and production across sites. Looking ahead, upgrades to the KCGM mill remain a strategic priority, with commissioning expected in early FY27. Management continues to actively monitor fuel supply risks.
Northern Star Resources share price snapshot
Over the past 12 months, Northern Star Resources shares have risen 22%, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 9% over the same period.
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