Antofagasta reported that Gold production in second quarter was 48,300 ounces, 13% higher than the prior quarter, with an increase in production at both Los Pelambres and Centinela Concentrates. Copper production was 160,100 tonnes, a 3% increase quarter-on-quarter
Gold production in first half was 91,200 ounces, an increase of 36%, with higher output at both Centinela Concentrates and Los Pelambres. Copper production was 314,900 tonnes, an 11% increase year-on-year.
The company said its guidance for the year remains unchanged. Group copper production for the full year is expected to be in the range of 660-700,000 tonnes. Group-level cash cost guidance, both before and after by-product credits, is also unchanged.
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