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StocksMediumUpdated•Originally published 3 March 2026•Updated 3 March 2026•

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Fresnillo Beats Gold Guidance and Declares Record Dividends Despite Output Dip

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1Fresnillo reported a jump in earnings driven by record prices for gold and silver.

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What changed: The story was updated with annual production data showing gold output exceeded guidance despite a YoY decline, while silver production met targets.

Mining giant Fresnillo reported a significant surge in annual earnings, announcing its highest dividend payout since its 2008 London listing. The company's full-year gold production reached 600,287 ounces, exceeding internal guidance despite a 5% decline compared to 2024 levels. Silver production remained stable, coming in line with expectations at 48.7 million ounces for the year. These financial results were primarily bolstered by the historic rally in precious metal prices, specifically impacting XAU/USD and XAG/USD benchmarks. Analysts note that beating production targets while capitalizing on high commodity prices has solidified the company's balance sheet. Investors are closely monitoring the FRES.L stock as the company balances operational efficiency with the broader market's bullish cycle for metals.