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Silvercorp Announces Filing of Updated Technical Report for the Ying Mining DistrictJune 18, 2026 7:42 PM
PR Newswire (US) Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE American: SVMVANCOUVER, BC, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) announces that, further to its news release dated June 12, 2026 (the "Release"), it has filed an updated Technical Report ("Technical Report") titled "NI 43-101 Technical Report Update on the Ying Ag-Pb-Zn-Au Property in Henan Province, People's Republic of China", prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") by AMC Mining Consultants (Canada) Ltd. with a Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource effective date of December 31, 2025. The Technical Report can be found on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com and under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar.There are no material differences in the information in the Technical Report and the information contained in the Release.About Silvercorp Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cash flow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.For further informationSilvercorp Metals Inc.Lon Shaver, PresidentPhone: (604) 669-9397Toll Free 1(888) 224-1881Email: investor@silvercorp.caWebsite: www.silvercorpmetals.comCAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER - FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSCertain of the statements and information in this news release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian provincial securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"). Any statements or information that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, using words or phrases such as "expects", "is expected", "anticipates", "believes", "plans", "projects", "estimates", "assumes", "intends", "strategies", "targets", "goals", "forecasts", "objectives", "budgets", "schedules", "potential" or variations thereof or stating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved, or the negative of any of these terms and similar expressions) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward- looking statements. Forward-looking statements relate to, among other things: the price of silver and other metals; foreign exchange rates; the accuracy of mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates at the Company's material properties; projected amount of ounces of silver to be mined at the Ying Property; estimated mine life, potential to expand mine life and any anticipated changes related thereto; the sufficiency of the Company's capital to finance the Company's operations; estimates of revenues, operation costs, capital expenditures, mine plan, and estimated production from the Company's mines in the Ying Mining District; future mining methods and use of equipment; timing of receipt of permits and regulatory approvals; availability of funds from production to finance the Company's operations; and access to and availability of funding for future construction, use of proceeds from any financing and development of the Company's properties.Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, risks relating to: fluctuating commodity prices; calculation of resources, reserves and mineralization and precious and base metal recovery; interpretations and assumptions of mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; exploration and development programs; feasibility and engineering reports; all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals for our operations are received in a timely manner;; title to properties; property interests; joint venture partners; acquisition of commercially mineable mineral rights; financing; recent market events and conditions; economic factors affecting the Company; timing, estimated amount, capital and operating expenditures and economic returns of future production; integration of acquisitions into the Company's existing operations; competition; operations and political conditions; regulatory environment in China, Canada, the United States, Ecuador and Kyrgyzstan; our ability to comply with environmental, health and safety laws; environmental risks; foreign exchange rate fluctuations; insurance; risks and hazards of mining operations; key personnel; conflicts of interest; dependence on management; internal control over financial reporting; and bringing actions and enforcing judgments under U.S. securities laws.This list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect any of the Company's forward-looking statements. Forward- looking statements are statements about the future and are inherently uncertain, and actual achievements of the Company or other future events or conditions may differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements due to a variety of risks, uncertainties and other factors, including, without limitation, those referred to in the Company's Annual Information Form under the heading "Risk Factors". Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, described or intended. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.The Company's forward-looking statements are based on the assumptions, beliefs, expectations and opinions of management as of the date of this news release, and other than as required by applicable securities laws, the Company does not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements if circumstances or management's assumptions, beliefs, expectations or opinions should change, or changes in any other events affecting such statements. For the reasons set forth above, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.CAUTIONARY NOTE TO US INVESTORSThe technical and scientific information contained herein has been prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 and the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum classification system, which differs significantly from the standards adopted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Accordingly, the technical and scientific information contained herein, including any estimates of mineral reserves and mineral resources, may not be comparable to similar information disclosed by U.S. companies subject to the disclosure requirements of the SEC. In particular, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, this news release uses the terms "measured resources," "indicated resources" and "inferred resources" as defined in accordance with NI 43-101 and the CIM Standards.Further to recent amendments, mineral property disclosure requirements in the United States (the "U.S. Rules") are governed by subpart 1300 of Regulation S-K of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") which differ from the CIM Standards. As a foreign private issuer that is eligible to file reports with the SEC pursuant to the multi-jurisdictional disclosure system (the "MJDS"), the Company is not required to provide disclosure on its mineral properties under the U.S. Rules and will continue to provide disclosure under NI 43-101 and the CIM Standards. If the Company ceases to be a foreign private issuer or loses its eligibility to file its annual report on Form 40-F pursuant to the MJDS, then the Company will be subject to the U.S. Rules, which differ from the requirements of NI 43-101 and the CIM Standards.Pursuant to the new U.S. Rules, the SEC recognizes estimates of "measured mineral resources", "indicated mineral resources" and "inferred mineral resources." In addition, the definitions of "proven mineral reserves" and "probable mineral reserves" under the U.S. Rules are now "substantially similar" to the corresponding standards under NI 43-101. Mineralization described using these terms has a greater amount of uncertainty as to its existence and feasibility than mineralization that has been characterized as reserves. Accordingly, U.S. investors are cautioned not to assume that any measured mineral resources, indicated mineral resources, or inferred mineral resources that the Company reports are or will be economically or legally mineable. Further, "inferred mineral resources" have a greater amount of uncertainty as to their existence and as to whether they can be mined legally or economically. Under Canadian securities laws, estimates of "inferred mineral resources" may not form the basis of feasibility or pre-feasibility studies, except in rare cases. While the above terms under the U.S. Rules are "substantially similar" to the standards under NI 43-101 and CIM Standards, there are differences in the definitions under the U.S. Rules and CIM Standards. Accordingly, there is no assurance any mineral reserves or mineral resources that the Company may report as "proven mineral reserves", "probable mineral reserves", "measured mineral resources", "indicated mineral resources" and "inferred mineral resources" under NI 43-101 would be the same had the Company prepared the reserve or resource estimates under the standards adopted under the U.S. Rules.Additional information relating to the Company, including Silvercorp's Annual Information Form, can be obtained under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov, and on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/silvercorp-announces-filing-of-updated-technical-report-for-the-ying-mining-district-302805000.htmlSOURCE Silvercorp Metals Inc. Original: Silvercorp Announces Filing of Updated Technical Report for the Ying Mining District
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Silvercorp reports a Mineral Reserve increase of 50% in tonnes and 20% in silver ounces for the Ying Mining DistrictJune 12, 2026 8:00 AM
PR Newswire (US) Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE American: SVMVANCOUVER, BC, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) is pleased to report the results of an updated Technical Report ("Ying 2026 Technical Report" or "Technical Report") titled "NI 43-101 Technical Report Update on the Ying Ag-Pb-Zn-Au Property in Henan Province, People's Republic of China", prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") by AMC Mining Consultants (Canada) Ltd. ("AMC") with a Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource effective date of December 31, 2025. The Ying 2026 Technical Report covers seven underground mines (namely SGX, HZG, HPG, TLP, LME, LMW, and DCG) and the KP underground mine start-up in the Ying Mining District (also collectively referenced as the "Ying Property" and "Ying Mining District").Approximately 106 million ounces (Moz) of silver ("Ag") plus lead, zinc, and gold are projected to be mined at the Ying Property in the currently planned 17-year life of mine (LOM). There remains significant potential to extend the LOM beyond 2042 via further exploration and development, particularly in areas with identified Inferred Resources.Silvercorp Main Observations to the Independent Ying 2026 Technical Report:Lower cut-off grades were applied due to a higher silver price used ($28/oz in 2026 vs $21/oz in 2024).The 2026 Mineral Reserves reflect the replenishment of metals mined-out between June 2024 (effective date of 2024 Technical Report) and December 2025, with approximately 9.8 million ounces of silver ("Moz Ag"), 12.6 thousand ounces of gold ("koz Au"), 38.6 thousand tonnes of lead ("kt Pb") and 5.1 thousand tonnes of zinc ("kt Zn") produced.Ying Mining District LOM metal production AgEq values, which only consider silver plus conversion of gold ounces to equivalent silver ounces[1], are shown in Table 1.Table 1. Ying LOM metal production AgEq valuesYing
MinesFY
2026Q4FY
2027FY
2028FY
2029FY
2030FY
2031FY
2032FY
2033FY
2034FY
2035FY
2036FY
2037FY
2038FY
2039FY
2040FY
2041FY
2042TotalAgEq koz 1,5977,8019,1769,9849,7099,4999,1408,7928,4687,4516,6255,7614,3173,3563,2492,6601,535109,119[1]AgEq (oz) = Ag (oz) + 83.279* Au (oz); Au and Ag prices at US$2,800/oz and US$28/oz. Silvercorp notes that AgEq calculations in the Technical Report consider all metals deemed payable.Note: Numbers may not compute exactly due to rounding.Summary of the Ying 2026 Technical ReportEstimated Measured and Indicated Mineral Resources of 42.18 million tonnes (inclusive of Mineral Reserves) grading 146 grams per tonne ("g/t") Ag, 0.17 g/t Au, 2.24% Pb, and 0.67% Zn, containing 198 Moz Ag, 231 koz Au, 944 kt Pb, and 284 kt Zn.In comparison with the 2024 Technical Report, Measured and Indicated Resource tonnes have increased by 90%, and contained metal has increased by 37% for Ag, 62% for Au, 39% for Pb and 48% for Zn.Estimated Proven and Probable Mineral Reserves of 19 million tonnes grading 174 g/t Ag, 0.17 g/t Au, 2.47% Pb, 0.80% Zn, and 0.04% Cu, containing 106 Moz Ag, 107 koz Au, 472 kt Pb, 150 kt Zn, and 6.7 kt Cu.In comparison with the 2024 Technical Report there has been a 45% increase in total Proven Mineral Reserve tonnes and a 55% increase in total Probable Mineral Reserve tonnes. Total contained metal has increased for silver, gold, lead, and zinc by 20% for Ag, 52% for Au, 16% for Pb, and 22% for Zn.In comparison with the 2024 Technical Report, Inferred Resource tonnes have increased by 54%, and contained metal has decreased by 1% for Ag, 10% for Au, and 4% for Pb, while Zn has increased by 40%.Annual ore production in the LOM plan is projected to rise from the projected full-year FY2026 level of about 1.2 Mt to: 1.3 Mt in FY2027; 1.5Mt in FY2028; and over 1.6 Mt in FY2029, with that level being maintained through to FY2031. From FY2032, production will decline gradually until the projected end of the mine life in 2042.Using the LOM production profile based on the 31 December 2025 Mineral Reserves, with long-term[2] metal prices of $28/oz Ag, $2,800/oz Au, $0.90/lb Pb, $1.20/lb Zn, and $4.40/lb Cu, and a 5% discount rate, pre-tax and post-tax NPVs of $1,275M and $1,030M, respectively, are projected[3] (other assumptions are outlined below).[2] Gold/oz: $4,000 FY2026Q4, $3,500 FY2027; Silver/oz: $80 FY2026Q4, $50 FY2027, $40 FY2028.[3] As a conservative projection measure, 97% factor applied to metal production values in economic assessment.Mineral ResourcesThe December 2025 Mineral Resources were estimated using a block modelling approach in Datamine or Vulcan software for a total of 591 mineralized vein structures for the eight deposits in the Ying Mining District. All grade estimation was completed using inverse distance squared. Grade estimates were completed for silver and lead in all deposits, zinc in select deposits, and gold within select veins at select deposits.The Mineral Resources are reported above cut-offs after applying a minimum practical extraction width of 0.4 m. Diluted grades were estimated for blocks with mineralization widths less than 0.4 m by adding a waste envelope with zero grade. Cut-off grades are based on either in situ values in silver equivalent (AgEq) or gold equivalent (AuEq) terms in grams per tonne and incorporate mining, trucking, and processing costs, with metallurgical recoveries and payable values provided by Silvercorp for each mine and reviewed by the QPs. Equivalency formulas by deposit are shown in the footnotes of the table below.The estimated Mineral Resources and metal content for the Ying Mining District as of December 31, 2025 are detailed in Table 2 below.Mineral Resources are not Mineral Reserves and do not have demonstrated economic viability. There is no certainty that all or any part of the Mineral Resources will be converted to Mineral Reserves.Table 2. Ying Mining District – Mineral Resources and metal content for silver, lead, zinc, gold and copper as of December 31, 2025 (inclusive of Mineral Reserves)MineResource
categoryTonnes
(Mt)Au
grade
(g/t)Ag
grade
(g/t)Pb
grade
(%)Zn
grade
(%)Cu
grade
(%)Au
metal
(koz)Ag
metal
(Moz)Pb
metal
(kt)Zn
metal
(kt)Cu
metal
(kt)SGXMeasured6.980.062053.992.080.0313.8545.95278.43145.132.11Indicated5.630.051572.951.660.059.5728.49165.7793.272.54Meas + Ind 12.610.061843.521.890.0423.4374.44444.20238.404.65Inferred3.770.071503.061.210.058.1718.22115.3245.772.04HZGMeasured0.86-2290.89-0.31-6.327.63-2.71Indicated0.87-1890.72-0.28-5.286.27-2.44Meas + Ind1.73-2080.80-0.30-11.6013.90-5.14Inferred0.63-2660.69-0.29-5.394.38-1.85HPGMeasured1.810.82572.420.750.0647.573.3243.6113.531.00Indicated2.270.78471.920.660.0557.013.4443.7815.111.11Meas + Ind4.080.80512.140.700.05104.576.7587.3928.642.11Inferred2.550.79481.570.660.0864.883.9139.9516.891.96TLPMeasured6.510.001312.33-0.050.2127.40151.77-3.22Indicated5.140.001111.89-0.070.5818.3797.46-3.49Meas + Ind11.650.001222.14-0.060.7945.77249.23-6.71Inferred2.060.141132.02-0.099.077.5341.64-1.93LMEMeasured1.550.032161.080.240.031.3410.7516.743.790.53Indicated2.970.091720.930.250.058.2916.4627.797.571.41Meas + Ind4.520.071870.980.250.049.6327.2144.5311.361.94Inferred1.540.161451.060.310.058.097.1916.364.790.79LMW
(Ag-rich veins) Measured2.71-1781.64-0.11-15.4644.47-3.01Indicated2.83-1311.42-0.07-11.9540.05-2.04Meas + Ind5.54-1541.53-0.09-27.4184.52-5.06Inferred1.22-1291.42-0.08-5.0517.35-0.95LMW
(Au-rich veins)Measured0.292.49660.31-0.2622.920.610.90-0.73Indicated0.831.36500.36-0.1936.041.342.96-1.58Meas + Ind1.111.65540.35-0.2158.961.943.86-2.31Inferred0.811.19250.22-0.1231.120.661.81-0.99DCGMeasured0.251.62541.68-0.0412.970.434.17-0.09Indicated0.441.01352.01-0.0214.270.508.84-0.08Meas + Ind0.691.23421.89-0.0327.240.9313.01-0.17Inferred0.351.18352.01-0.0213.410.407.13-0.08KPMeasured-----------Indicated0.250.751971.292.340.005.991.573.205.820.00Meas + Ind0.250.751971.292.340.005.991.573.205.820.00Inferred0.610.391990.771.780.007.663.914.7510.930.00AllMeasured20.940.151642.620.780.0698.86110.24547.72162.4513.41Indicated21.240.191281.870.570.07131.7587.39396.11121.7714.68Meas + Ind42.180.171462.240.670.07230.61197.63943.84284.2228.10Inferred13.550.331201.840.580.08142.4052.26248.7078.3810.60Notes:CIM Definition Standards (2014) were used for reporting.Measured and Indicated Mineral Resources are inclusive of Mineral Reserves.Metal prices: gold US$3,200/troy ounce (oz), silver US$35.00/troy oz, lead US$1.03 per pound (lb), zinc US$1.36/lb, copper US$4.74/lb.Exchange rate: RMB 7.00: US$1.00.Mineral Resources exclude the first 5 m below surface.Veins diluted to minimum extraction width of 0.4 m after estimation except for HZG which was modelled to a minimum width of 0.4 m.COGs: SGX 75 g/t AgEq; HZG 75 g/t AgEq; HPG 0.95 g/t AuEq; TLP 65 g/t AgEq; LME 70 g/t AgEq; LMW silver rich veins 65 g/t AgEq; LMW gold rich veins 0.85 g/t AuEq; DCG 80 g/t AgEq, KP 90 g/t AgEq.AgEq equivalent formulas by mine for silver rich veins:SGX = Ag g/t + 21.3351 * Pb% + 15.7268 * Zn% + 37.3575 * Cu%.HZG = Ag g/t + 19.557 * Pb% + 39.5464 * Cu%.TLP = Ag g/t + 20.4155 * Pb% + 37.2718 * Cu%.LME = Ag g/t + 19.3704 * Pb% + 8.3614 * Zn% + 36.0026 * Cu%.LMW = Ag g/t + 20.6682 * Pb% + 38.6489 * Cu%.DCG = Ag g/t + 19.1772 * Pb% + 33.4296 * Cu%.AuEq equivalent formulas by mine:HPG (all veins) = Au g/t+0.0119*Ag g/t+0.2544*Pb%+0.1888*Zn%+0.4926*Cu%.LMW (gold rich veins: LM21, LM22, LM26, LM27, LM28, LM28a, LM50, LM50_3, LM51, LM52, LM53, LM54, LM54_1, LM54_2, LM55, LM58, LM58_1, LM59, LM59_2) = Au g/t + 0.0133 * Ag g/t + 0.2748 * Pb% + 0.5139 * Cu%.AgEq formulas used for significant gold bearing veins:SGX (Veins S16W, S18E, S21, S74) = Ag g/t + 52.7753 * Au g/t + 21.3351 * Pb% + 15.7268 * Zn% + 37.3575 * Cu%.TLP (T50, T51, T52, T53) = Ag g/t + 54.8113 * Au g/t + 20.4155 * Pb% + 37.2718 * Cu%.LME (Vein LM4E2) = Ag g/t + 46.0927 * Au g/t + 19.3704 * Pb% + 8.3614 * Zn% + 36.0026 * Cu%.DCG (C76, C9_1, C9_2, C9_3, C9_4, C9_5, C9_6, C9E1, C9E3, C9W1) = Ag g/t + 76.6609 * Au g/t + 19.1772 * Pb% + 33.4296 * Cu%.KP (all veins) = Ag g/t + 76.6609 * Au g/t + 19.1772 * Pb% + 17.9076 * Zn% + 33.4296 * Cu%.Processing recovery factors:SGX – 61.3% Au, 95.6% Ag, 96.4% Pb, 70.1% Zn, 90.8% Cu.HZG – 62.2% Au, 95.6% Ag, 88.4% Pb, 96.2% Cu.HPG – 91.0% Au, 88.8% Ag, 90.1% Pb, 66.0% Zn, 93.8% Cu.TLP – 61.8% Au, 92.8% Ag, 89.6% Pb, 88.0% Cu.LME – 53.3% Au, 95.2% Ag, 87.2% Pb, 37.1% Zn, 87.2% Cu.LMW – 87.2% Au, 95.4% Ag, 93.3% Pb, 93.8% Cu.DCG – 75.9% Au, 81.4% Ag, 73.8% Pb, 69.2% Cu.KP - 75.9% Au, 81.4%, Ag, 73.8%, Pb, 68.0 % Zn, 69.2% Cu.Payables: Au – 85%; Ag – 94.5%; Pb – 99.0%; Zn – 76.0%, Cu – 40%.Includes assay results up to and including 31 October 2025.Depleted for mine production to 31 December 2025. Non-recoverable Mineral Resources (sterile areas due to the proximity to stopes, unstable ground or where access to the vein is limited) defined as of 31 December 2025.Where gold grades show zero g/t, this reflects limited numbers of gold veins informing the Mineral Resource.Where copper grades show zero grade, this reflects the low tenor of the copper in the deposits.Numbers may not compute exactly due to rounding.A comparison of Mineral Resource estimates between June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2025 indicates the following:Measured and Indicated tonnes have increased by 90% overall. The Inferred tonnes have increased by 54%.Measured and Indicated grades have decreased for Ag and Au by 28% and 15%, respectively. Measured and Indicated grades have decreased for Pb by 27% and Zn by 22%.Inferred grades decreased for Ag, Au, Pb, and Zn by 42%, 38%, and 9%, respectively.The net result in the Measured and Indicated categories has been an increase in the contained Ag and Au of 37% and 62% respectively. Contained Measured and Indicated Pb and Zn have increased by 39% and 48% respectively.The net result in the Inferred category has been a decrease in the contained Ag, Au, and Pb of 1%, 10%, and 4% respectively. Inferred Zn has increased by 40%.The reasons for the differences in grade, tonnes, and contained metal include changes made to vein interpretations for the 2025 Q4 model, conversion to higher categories arising from drilling and level development, application of different COGs and depletion due to mining. The QPs note that metal prices have increased by 67% for Ag, 78% for Au, 3% for Pb, and 36% for Zn. This has resulted in a reduction in COGs for all deposits. Mineral ReservesThe Mineral Reserve estimation assumes that current stoping practices will continue to be predominant at the Ying property, namely cut and fill resuing and shrinkage stoping for most veins, using hand-held drills (jacklegs) and hand-mucking within stopes, and loading to mine cars by rocker-shovel or by hand. The QP also recognizes the increased use of more mechanized mining techniques at the Ying operations. The typically sub-vertical veins, generally competent ground, reasonably regular vein width, and generally hand-mining techniques using short rounds, allow a significant degree of selectivity and control in the stoping process. Minimum mining widths of 0.5 m for resuing and 1.0 m for shrinkage are assumed. The QP has observed the resuing and shrinkage mining methods at the Ying property on several occasions and considers the minimum extraction and mining width assumptions to be reasonable. Minimum dilution assumptions are 0.10 m of total overbreak for a resuing cut and 0.2 m of total overbreak for a shrinkage stope. Average Ying dilution projections for resuing and shrinkage are 17% and 20%, respectively. Mining recovery factors assumed as 95% for resuing and 92% for shrinkage, room and pillar, and longhole.The QP notes that, for a small number of veins with relatively low-angle dip – generally veins with significant gold content – room and pillar stoping with slushers is now being used at the Property. Longhole stoping has also been recently employed in some areas of the LMW mine.Recent initiatives at the Ying operations have resulted in a +20% increase in annual production in the last two years, with additional mine expansion activities also underway. In the future, the Ying operation plans to develop deeper mining zones within each mining area, as part of an aim to further enhance overall production rates. An increased use of trackless equipment in some mine areas and a focus on more mechanized mining will be a key part of future mine planning.For the total tonnage estimated as Ying Mineral Reserves, approximately 64% is associated with resuing, 32% with shrinkage, 3% with room and pillar, 1% with longhole.The estimated Mineral Reserves and metal content for the Ying Mining District as of December 31, 2025 are detailed in Table 3 below.Table 3. Ying Mining District Mineral Reserve estimates and metal content at December 31, 2025MineCategoryMtAu
(g/t) Ag
(g/t) Pb
(%) Zn
(%) Cu
(%) Metal contained in Mineral ReservesAu
(koz)Ag
(Moz)Pb
(kt)Zn
(kt)Cu
(kt)SGXProven4.430.052013.971.89
7.028.6175.983.5
Probable2.810.031983.701.70
2.617.9104.347.8
Subtotal P&P 7.240.042003.871.81
9.646.5280.2131.4
HZGProven0.53
2120.75
0.29
3.64.0
1.5Probable0.56
1850.64
0.26
3.33.5
1.4Subtotal P&P1.09
1980.69
0.28
6.97.5
3.0HPGProven0.681.01622.600.610.0722.31.417.84.10.5Probable0.670.96612.360.690.0620.61.315.74.60.4Subtotal P&P1.350.99622.480.650.0742.82.733.58.70.9TLPProven2.48
1502.28
12.056.5
Probable1.58
1362.01
6.931.9
Subtotal P&P4.07
1452.18
18.988.4
LMEProven0.730.012541.070.24
0.35.97.81.7
Probable1.560.042141.030.25
2.210.716.03.8
Subtotal P&P2.280.032271.040.24
2.516.723.85.6
LMWProven1.410.291811.37
0.1313.28.219.3
1.9Probable1.060.501521.23
0.0917.05.213.1
0.9Subtotal P&P2.480.381681.31
0.1130.213.432.4
2.8DCGProven0.151.64440.46
8.00.20.7
Probable0.211.40251.53
9.60.23.3
Subtotal P&P0.361.50331.08
17.60.43.9
KPProven
Probable0.210.661581.122.20
4.41.12.34.5
Subtotal P&P0.210.661581.122.20
4.41.12.34.5
Ying
Mines Proven10.410.151792.710.870.0450.859.9282.090.43.9Probable8.660.201672.190.710.0356.346.6190.161.72.7Total P&P19.080.171742.470.800.04107.1106.5472.1150.26.7Notes to Mineral Reserve Statement:Cut-off grades (AgEq g/t): SGX – 180 Resuing, 155 Shrinkage; HZG – 150 Resuing, 130 Shrinkage; HPG – 195 Resuing (2.10 AuEq), 175 Shrinkage (1.90 AuEq); TLP – 160 Resuing, 135 Shrinkage; LME – 170 Resuing, 145 Shrinkage, 145 Room & Pillar; LMW – 170 Resuing, 150 Shrinkage, 150 Longhole, 150 Room & Pillar (1.8 g/t AuEq); DCG – 220 Resuing, 195 Shrinkage; KP - 225 Resuing, 205 Shrinkage.Stope Marginal cut-off grades (AgEq g/t): SGX – 155 Resuing, 130 Shrinkage; HZG – 130 Resuing, 110 Shrinkage; HPG – 165 Resuing (1.80 AuEq), 145 Shrinkage (1.60 AuEq); TLP – 230 Resuing, 1.95 Shrinkage; LME – 135 Resuing, 105 Shrinkage, 105 Room & Pillar; LMW - 135 Resuing, 110 Shrinkage, 110 Longhole, 110 Room & Pillar (1.35 AuEq); DCG – 145 Resuing, 125 Shrinkage.Development Ore cut-off grades (AgEq g/t): SGX – 100; HZG – 80; HPG – 115; TLP – 90; LME – 80; LMW – 90; DCG – 90; KP – 95.Unplanned dilution (zero grade) assumed as 0.05 m on each wall of a resuing stope and 0.10 m on each wall of a shrinkage stope. 20% unplanned dilution assumed for LMW longhole. 27%, 31%, and 62% average dilution assumed for Room & Pillar at LME, LMW, and KP, respectively.Mining recovery factors assumed as 95% for resuing and 92% for shrinkage, room and pillar, and longhole.Metal prices: gold US$2,800/troy oz, silver US$28.00/troy oz, lead US$0.90/lb, zinc US$1.20/lb, copper US$4.40/lb.Processing recovery factors: SGX – 61.3% Au, 95.6% Ag, 96.4% Pb, 70.1% Zn, 90.80% Cu; HZG – 62.2% Au, 95.6% Ag, 88.4% Pb, 96.2% Cu; HPG – 91.0% Au, 88.8% Ag, 90.1% Pb, 66.0% Zn, 93.8% Cu; TLP – 61.8% Au; 92.8% Ag, 89.6% Pb, 88.0% Cu; LME – 53.3% Au, 95.2% Ag, 87.2% Pb, 37.1% Zn, 87.2% Cu; LMW – 87.2% Au, 95.4% Ag, 93.3% Pb, 93.8% Cu; DCG – 75.9% Au, 81.4% Ag, 73.8% Pb, 69.2% Cu; KP – 75.9% Au, 81.4% Ag, 73.8% Pb, 68.0% Zn, 69.2% Cu.Payables: Au – 85%; Ag – 94.5%; Pb – 99.0%; Zn – 76.0%, Cu – 40.0%.Exchange rate assumed is RMB 7.00: US$1.00.Numbers may not compute exactly due to rounding.The sensitivity of the Ying Mineral Reserves to variation in COG has been tested by applying a 20% increase in COG to Mineral Reserves at each of the Ying mines. The lowest operating mine sensitivity continues to be seen at SGX. For the entire Ying Mining District, an approximate 16% reduction in AgEq ounces for a 20% COG increase demonstrates moderate overall COG sensitivity.Total Ying Mineral Reserve tonnes are approximately 45% of Mineral Resource (Measured plus Indicated) tonnes. Ag, Au, Pb, Zn, and Cu Mineral Reserve grades are 119%, 103%, 110%, 119%, and 50%, respectively, of the corresponding Measured plus Indicated Mineral Resource grades. Metal conversion percentages for Ag, Au, Pb, Zn, and Cu are 54%, 46%, 50%, 53%, and 24%, respectively.Some significant aspects of a comparison of Mineral Reserve estimates between June 30, 2024 (previous Technical Report) and December 31, 2025 (Ying 2025 Technical Report) are the following:50% increase in total (Proven + Probable) Ying Mineral Reserve tonnes: 45% increase in Proven Mineral Reserves and 55% increase in Probable Mineral Reserves.1% increase in Ying Mineral Reserve Au grade and reductions of 20%, 23%, and 17% in Ag, Pb, and Zn grades, respectively. Increase in Ag, Au, Pb, and Zn metal content of 20%, 52%, 16%, and 22%, respectively.SGX continues to be the leading contributor to the total Ying Mineral Reserves, accounting for 38% of tonnes, 44% of Ag, 9% of Au, 59% of Pb, and 87% of Zn, compared to respective values of 42%, 6%, 44%, 58%, and 90% in the previous Technical Report.34% increase in Mineral Reserve tonnes at SGX. 77% increase in Au grade and 11%, 12% and 12% reductions in Ag, Pb, and Zn grades, respectively. Increases in Ag, Au, Pb, and Zn metal content of 19%, 138%, 19%, and 18%, respectively.TLP remains the second largest contributor to total Ying Mineral Reserves, with 18% of tonnes, 19% of Ag, and 20% of Pb.21% increase in Mineral Reserve tonnes at TLP. 22% decrease in both Ag and Pb grades, with a 6% reduction in both Ag and Pb metal content.LMW remains the third largest contributor to total Ying Mineral Reserves, with 13% of tonnes, 13% of Ag, 28% of Ag, 70% of Pb, and 42% of Cu.48% increase in Mineral Reserve tonnes at LMW. 77% increase in Au grade, with 32% and 36% reductions in Ag and Pb grades, respectively. Increases in Ag and Au metal content of 1% and 162%, respectively; decrease in lead metal content of 6%.40% of Ying total Mineral Reserves Au metal at HPG.First Mineral Reserves of 0.21 Mt at KP.In terms of AgEq metal in total Ying Mineral Reserves, approximate respective contributions are Ag 67%, gold 6%, lead 22%, zinc 5%, and copper 1%.In total Ying Mineral Reserves, SGX, TLP, LME, LMW, HPG, HZG, DCG, and KP contribute 47%, 16%, 12%, 12%, 6%, 1%, and 1% of AgEq metal, respectively.Table 4 summarizes projected LOM production for the Ying operations based on the 31 December 2025 Mineral Reserve estimates.Table 4. Ying Mining District LOM production profileYing MineFY
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LOMProduction
(kt)2781,3081,5031,6441,6161,6001,5841,5521,5161,3741,2611,16683055955047430219,119Au (g/t)0.240.240.240.300.260.210.200.170.180.110.120.120.070.020.010.010.000.18Ag (g/t)169177181176177179174173169170164152165194192183166174Pb (%)2.292.382.322.242.152.362.422.482.542.552.542.542.842.893.302.922.492.47Zn (%)0.500.570.690.720.610.760.670.740.720.690.860.781.141.471.561.241.080.79Cu (%)0.060.060.050.050.050.040.040.030.030.030.040.020.000.000.000.000.000.03AgEq (g/t) 252264270268261266260258256250247235254287296271241260Ag (t)4723227229028528627626825723420717813710910687503,320Notes:1.Numbers may not compute exactly due to rounding.2.Low zinc grades with minimal value not included for HZG, TLP, LME, LMW, and DCG.3.DCG mine plan includes ~ 40kt of Inferred Resources – not material to Ying Mineral Reserves.4.Other very minor and non-material differences between schedule and Mineral Reserves.Economic analysisA high-level economic analysis shows the potential economic impact relative to the latest Mineral Reserve estimations and the associated production schedules. The following Ying realized selling metal prices (Ying averages over projected LOM except where stated), average costs, and exchange rate were used for the economic analysis (all values in $US):• Gold price / troy ounce$3,400 FY2026Q4, $2,975 FY2027, $2,800 LOM• Silver price / troy ounce$76.80 FY2026Q4, $48.00 FY2027, $38.40 FY2028, $26.88 LOM• Lead price/lb$0.90• Zinc price/lb$1.92• Copper price/lb$1.76• Mining cost/t$75.43• Milling cost/t$12.40• Shipping cost/t$3.06• Mineral Resources tax & rights royalty/t $9.87• G&A/t$7.05• Government fees and other taxes/t$3.52• Sustaining and growth capital/t$19.08• Exchange rateUS$1 = CYN7.00The QP notes the following about the above economic parameters:Ying realized metal prices are as per Silvercorp advice and assume the following $US market prices:
Gold/oz: $4,000 FY2026Q4, $3,500 FY2027, $2,800 remaining LOM
Silver/oz: $80 FY2026Q4, $50 FY2027, $40 FY2028, $28 remaining LOM
Lead/lb: $0.90
Zinc/lb: $1.20
Copper/lb: $4.40Other than for FY2026Q4 / FY2027 for gold, and FY2026Q4 / FY2027 / FY2028 for silver, the above market prices are as per those used in the mining COG calculations.The QP also notes that approximate spot metal prices at the time of writing of the Technical Report are: gold - $4,745/oz; silver - $75.50/oz; lead - $0.86/lb; zinc - $1.49/lb, copper - $5.85/lb.Based on the LOM production profile and the metal price and other assumptions shown above, pre-tax and post-tax cashflow projections have been generated. At a 5% discount rate, pre-tax and post-tax net present values (NPVs) of $1,275M and $1,030M, respectively, are projected. Over the LOM, 69.3% of the net revenue is projected to come from silver, 20.1% from lead, 5.4% from gold, 4.6% from zinc, and 0.6% from copper.The Ying mine complex is seen to be a very viable operation with a projected LOM through to 2042 based on Proven and Probable Mineral Reserves. There remains significant potential to extend the LOM beyond 2042 via further exploration and development, particularly in areas with identified Inferred Resources.Qualified PersonsThe eleven authors of the Technical Report are independent Qualified Persons (QPs). Six of the authors have visited the Ying Property. The latest visit, by AMC QPs Mr HA Smith, Mr RJ Chesher, and Mr JE Glanvill, was in May 2026. The immediately preceding AMC visit, by Mr HA Smith, Mr S Robinson, Mr RJ Chesher, and Mr D Claffey, was in February 2024. The latest AMC visit by Dr GK Vartell was in July 2016. During the site visits, aspects of the project have been examined by the QPs, including drill core, exploration sites, underground workings, processing plant, laboratory, tailings management facilities, and other surface infrastructure.The Ying 2025 Technical Report will be made available for review on the SEDAR+ system and on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com within 45 days of this news release.HA Smith, P.Eng., GK Vartell, P.Geo., S Robinson, P.Geo., RC Stewart, P.Geo. of AMC Mining Consultants (Canada) Ltd.; JE Glanvill, Pr.Sci.Nat., A Wilkins, CGeol, EurGeol. of AMC Consultants (UK) Limited; B Nielsen, MAIG, M Kent, FAusIMM, R Carlson, FAIG, RPGeo. and RJ Chesher, FAusIMM, of AMC Consultants Pty Ltd; and D Claffey, CPEng. of Hillerton Consulting Ltd. are Qualified Persons as defined by National Instrument 43-101. The Qualified Persons have reviewed and consented to this press release and believe it fairly and accurately represents the information in the Technical Report that supports the disclosure.About SilvercorpSilvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cashflow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.For further information:
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SILVERCORP REPORTS ADJUSTED NET INCOME OF $151 MILLION, $0.69 PER SHARE, AND CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES OF $310.6 MILLION FOR FISCAL 2026May 26, 2026 7:50 PM
PR Newswire (Canada) Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE AMERICAN: SVMVANCOUVER, BC, May 26, 2026 /CNW/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) reported its financial and operating results for the three months ("Q4 Fiscal 2026") and twelve months ("Fiscal 2026") ended March 31, 2026. All amounts are expressed in US dollars, and figures may not add due to rounding.HIGHLIGHTS FOR Q4 FISCAL 2026Ongoing production during Chinese New Year: Produced approximately 1.5 million ounces of silver, 2,492 ounces of gold, or approximately 1.6 million ounces of silver equivalent1 (silver and gold only) during the quarter;Record quarterly revenue: Sold approximately 1.5 million ounces of silver, 2,623 ounces of gold, 13.6 million pounds of lead, and 3.9 million pounds of zinc, for revenue of $147.4 million, an increase of 96% over the three months ended March 31, 2025 ("Q4 Fiscal 2025"), mainly driven by a 183% higher average realized silver price of $78.6 per ounce, with silver representing 78% of the quarterly revenue;Cash cost per ounce of silver1 (net of by-product credits): Negative $1.92, significant improvement from $2.49 in Q4 Fiscal 2025 attributable to the more mechanized and less expensive shrinkage mining method;All-in sustaining cost ("AISC") per ounce of silver1 (net of by-product credits): $17.35, 21% higher than $14.31 in Q4 Fiscal 2025, mainly due to higher government taxes linked to increased revenue and higher sustaining capital expenditures;Record adjusted earnings before interest, income tax, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA")1 attributable to equity shareholders of $98.1 million, or $0.44 per share, compared to $29.8 million or $0.14 per share in Q4 Fiscal 2025;Record adjusted net income1 attributable to equity shareholders of $59.3 million, or $0.27 per share, after excluding the non-cash or one-time items, compared to $14.7 million or $0.07 per share in Q4 Fiscal 2025;Net loss attributable to equity shareholders of $0.7 million, or $0.003 per share, mainly due to a $60.4 million non-cash charge on "mark-to-market" of the fair value of the derivative liabilities related to the convertible notes. In Q4 Fiscal 2026 the Company removed the Convertible Notes' cash settlement option, reclassifying the conversion feature from a derivative liability to equity to avoid future fair value volatility in the Profit & Loss account;Robust cash flow from operating activities of $90.2 million, up $59.5 million, compared to $30.7 million in Q4 Fiscal 2025;Capital expenditures: Spent and capitalized $14.6 million on exploration, development, and equipment and facilities at the China operations and $14.6 million at the Ecuador operations for the development and construction of the El Domo mine;Strong free cash flow1 of $57.9 million, up $43.7 million, compared to $14.2 million in Q4 Fiscal 2025;Completed the acquisition of holding 70% Chaarat ZAAV CJSC ("ZAAV") with a $92 million cash payment to Chaarat Gold Holdings Limited ("Chaarat") on January 23, 2026 and a further $60 million payment to the Kyrgyz government subsequent to the quarter after the government issued to ZAAV a new mining license and license agreement extending the valid period of the mining license a further 30 years from June 25, 2032 to June 25, 2062; andStrong treasury position: ended the period with cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of $422.3 million, a decrease of $40.5 million from December 31, 2025, and a portfolio of equity investments with a total market value of $274.6 million, an increase of $41.4 million from December 31, 2025.______________________________1Non-GAAP measures, please refer to MD&A section 15 for reconciliation.HIGHLIGHTS FOR FISCAL 2026Steady silver equivalent production: Produced approximately 6.8 million ounces of silver and 8,723 ounces of gold, or approximately 7.5 million ounces of silver equivalent1;Realized silver selling price of $46.44 per ounce after smelter deductions, increased 72% from $26.95 in Fiscal 2025;Record annual revenue of $438.1 million, an increase of 47% over the year ended March 31, 2025 ("Fiscal 2025"), with silver representing 72% of the total revenue;Cash cost per ounce of silver1(net of by-product credits): negative $0.94, improved from negative $0.54 in Fiscal 2025;AISC per ounce of silver1 (net of by-product credits): $14.25, 18% higher than $12.12 in Fiscal 2025, mainly due to higher government taxes linked to increased revenue and an increase in sustaining capital expenditures to increase mining capacity at Ying;Adjusted EBITDA1 attributable to equity shareholders of $238.1 million, or $1.09 per share, compared to $132.2 million or $0.65 per share in Fiscal 2025;Adjusted net income1 attributable to equity shareholders of $150.8 million, or $0.69 per share, after excluding non-cash or one-time items, compared to $75.1 million or $0.37 per share in Fiscal 2025;Net loss attributable to equity shareholders of $9.9 million, or $0.05 per share, mainly due to a $178.5 million non-cash charge on "mark-to-market" of the fair value of the derivative liabilities primarily related to the convertible notes;Cash flow from operating activities of $310.6 million, up $171.9 million, compared to $138.6 million in Fiscal 2025;Capital expenditures: spent and capitalized $75.0 million on exploration, development, and equipment and facilities at the China operations and $49.4 million at the Ecuador operations for the development and construction of the El Domo mine and permitting activities for the Condor project;Free cash flow1 of $181.3 million, up $122.5 million, compared to $58.8 million in Q4 Fiscal 2025;Continued excellence in ESG practices: MSCI ESG rating improved from A to AA, placing the company at a leading level within the industry; Sustainalytics risk score of 21.9, falling within the medium risk category, reflecting the company's effective ESG risk management.CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL AND OPERATING RESULTS
Three months ended March 31,
Years ended March 31,
20262025Changes
20262025ChangesFinancial Results (in thousands of $, except per share)
Revenue$ 147,359$ 75,11396 %
$ 438,135$ 298,89547 %Mine operating earnings99,95926,146282 %
253,708123,551105 %Net loss*(722)(7,585)(91) %
(9,944)58,190(117) %Per share - basic(0.003)(0.03)(91) %
(0.05)0.29(116) %Adjusted earnings*59,25514,747302 %
150,78675,089101 %Per share - basic0.270.07296 %
0.690.3787 %EBITDA*38,8879,680302 %
84,207116,916(28) %Per share0.180.04296 %
0.380.57(33) %Adjusted EBITDA*98,10229,764230 %
238,127132,21180 %Per share0.440.14225 %
1.090.6567 %Cash flow from operating activities90,16430,701194 %
310,568138,631124 %Sustaining capital expenditures12,5519,35334 %
49,06743,93112 %Growth capital expenditures19,7507,175175 %
80,18635,871124 %Free cash flow57,86314,174308 %
181,31558,828208 %Basic weighted average shares outstanding220,862,813217,452,0331 %
219,425,164204,008,0357 %Metals sold
Silver (million ounces)1.51.6(9) %
6.86.9(2) %Gold (ounces)2,6233,465(24) %
8,8577,57717 %Lead (million pounds)13.616.3(17) %
60.062.3(4) %Zinc (million pounds)3.94.5(14) %
21.723.5(7) %Average Selling Price, Net of Value Added Tax and Smelter Charges
Silver ($/ounce)78.5627.78183 %
46.4426.9572 %Gold ($/ounce)4,4082,53374 %
3,5562,35151 %Lead ($/pound)0.980.935 %
0.960.96— %Zinc ($/pound)1.251.0618 %
1.061.11(5) %Cost Data per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits ($)
Cash cost (1.92)2.49(177) %
(0.94)(0.54)(74) %All-in sustaining cost17.3514.3121 %
14.2512.1218 %Financial Position (in thousands of $) as atMarch 31, 2026December 31,
2025
March 31, 2026March 31,
2025
Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments$ 422,335$ 462,840(9) %
422,335462,84014 %Working capital 319,46194,573238 %
319,461310,3593 %*Attributable to equity holdersINDIVIDUAL MINE OPERATING PERFORMANCE (i) Ying Mining DistrictQ4 Fiscal 2026The Ying Mining District delivered a stable Q4 Fiscal 2026, with ore mined of 293,437 tonnes, up 43% over Q4 Fiscal 2025, driven by the increased use of shrinkage mining relative to cut-and-fill re-suing. Mill throughput was 311,677 tonnes, up 2% over Q4 Fiscal 2025.Production was approximately 1.4 million ounces of silver, 2,492 ounces of gold, or 1.5 million ounces of silver equivalent, 12.9 million pounds of lead, and 1.4 million pounds of zinc, representing decreases of 11% in silver, 20% in gold, 18% in silver equivalent, 17% in lead and 30% in zinc, respectively, over Q4 Fiscal 2025. Lower metal production was due to lower head grades, as a result of higher dilution associated with an increase in more cost efficient shrinkage mining. Cash cost per tonne of ore was $78.27 in Q4 Fiscal 2026, down 8% from Q4 Fiscal 2025 and below the lower end of Fiscal 2026 guidance of $86.8. The improvement reflects ongoing mine mechanization and the greater use of cost-efficient shrinkage mining versus labour intensive re-suing mining, boosting mine and mill productivity. Cash cost per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, was negative $1.03, compared with $3.05 in Q4 Fiscal 2025, driven by the lower cost per tonne and an increase of $0.8 million in by-product credits from revenue of non-silver metals.AISC per tonne of ore was up 11% in Q4 Fiscal 2026, to $134.23, remaining below the Fiscal 2026 guidance range of $157.8–$160.5. AISC per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, was $13.09, delivering robust margins amid higher silver prices.Fiscal 2026In Fiscal 2026, the Ying Mining District mined approximately 1,211,916 tonnes of ore, up 18% over Fiscal 2025. Mill throughput was 1,188,459 tonnes, up 17% over Fiscal 2025.Production was approximately 6.3 million ounces of silver, 8,723 ounces of gold, or 7.0 million ounces of silver equivalent, 55.1 million pounds of lead, and 6.6 million pounds of zinc, representing a production increase of 16% in gold and production decreases of 1% in silver, 1% in silver equivalent, 3% in lead and 23% in zinc compared to Fiscal 2025. Lower production was due to lower head grades, as a result of a higher dilution associated with an increase in shrinkage mining. Cash cost per tonne of ore was $79.71 in Fiscal 2026, down 10% from Fiscal 2025 and below the lower end of Fiscal 2026 guidance of $86.8, mainly attributable to improved mining and milling productivity driven by increased underground mechanization. Cash cost per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, was negative $0.01, compared with $0.62 in Fiscal 2025, driven by the lower cash cost per tonne and an increase of $10.0 million in by-product credits from revenue of non-silver metals.AISC per tonne of ore improved 4% in Fiscal 2026, to $134.19, remaining below the Fiscal 2026 guidance range of $157.8–$160.5. AISC per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, was $11.49.Mining Permit Expansion ApplicationsAs of March 31, 2026, the Company has completed the mining permits extension and mining capacity expansion for the four mining permits comprising the Ying Mining District, which are the SGX, TLP-LM, HPG, and DCG mining permits. The total mining capacity allowed by the mining permits is 1.32 million tonnes per year.Mining permitSGXTLP-LMHPGDCGYing totalCapacity (tonnes)500,000 p.a.600,000 p.a.120,000 p.a.100,000 p.a.1,320,000 p.a.Expiry dates9/24/203526/02/204129/04/202816/6/2037Production Safety License RenewalFollowing the grant of the new mining permits for SGX, TLP-LM, HPG, and DCG, the Company is working on the renewal of the required production safety licenses. At SGX, the safety facility design has been approved, and it is currently in the construction phase for the mine capacity expansion. At HPG, the safety facility design has been reviewed by the emergency management department of Henan Province, pending final signature. At TLP-LM and DCG, the safety facility designs have been completed and submitted to the emergency management department for approval.Ying Mining DistrictThree months ended
Years ended March 31,
March 31,
2026December 31,
2025September 30, 2025June 30, 2025March 31, 2025
20262025Ore processed (tonnes)
Silver-lead ore279,627299,217235,168252,958265,199
1,066,970927,171Gold ore32,05029,20829,83430,39739,025
121,48986,488
311,677328,425265,002283,355304,224
1,188,4591,013,659Average head grades for silver-lead ore
Silver (grams/tonne)161190207217198
193225Lead (%)2.22.32.62.82.9
2.53.0Zinc (%)0.40.40.40.50.5
0.40.6Average head grades for gold-ore
Gold (grams/tonne)1.11.21.41.51.4
1.31.7Silver (grams/tonne)5457815162
6172Lead (%)0.91.10.90.80.7
0.90.9Recovery rates
Silver (%)95.095.394.894.694.2
95.494.7Gold (%)**90.892.894.293.491.7
92.792.9Lead (%)93.293.693.594.192.3
93.793.6Zinc (%)63.963.065.864.367.3
64.169.7Cash Costs
Cash cost ($/tonne)78.2775.8082.8983.0884.90
79.7188.46AISC ($/tonne)134.23134.06139.22129.83120.62
134.19139.33Cash cost, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)(1.03)(1.22)0.971.263.05
0.010.62AISC, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)13.0911.3211.7510.1011.35
11.499.68Metal Production
Silver (million ounces)1.41.71.51.71.6
6.36.4Gold (ounces)2,4922,0962,0852,0503,110
8,7237,495Silver equivalent (million ounces)1.51.91.71.91.9
7.07.1Lead (million pounds)12.914.712.914.615.6
55.156.8Zinc (million pounds)1.41.91.41.82.0
6.68.6**Gold recovery only refers to the recovery rate for gold ore processed.
(ii) GC MineQ4 Fiscal 2026The GC Mine produced approximately 0.1 million ounces of silver, 1.1 million pounds of lead, and 2.5 million pounds of zinc in Q4 Fiscal 2026, representing an increase of 3% in silver, 51% in lead and 4% in zinc over Q4 Fiscal 2025, primarily attributable to an increase in ore processed.Cash cost per tonne of $71.12 and AISC per tonne of $109.68, and improved 8% and 7%, respectively, from Q4 Fiscal 2025, attributable to a lower unit overhead cost allocation with an increase of 24% in ore processed.On a per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits basis, cash cost and AISC were negative $19.93 and $10.22, respectively, compared to negative $8.53 and $15.05 in Q4 Fiscal 2025. The improvement primarily reflects a $1.0 million increase in by-product credits.Fiscal 2026The GC Mine produced approximately 0.5 million ounces of silver, 5.2 million pounds of lead, and 15.1 million pounds of zinc in Fiscal 2026, representing an increase of 3% in zinc and decreases of 11% in silver and 2% in lead, compared to Fiscal 2025.Cash cost per tonne of $60.08 and AISC per tonne of $87.48, and increased 9% and 5%, respectively, from Fiscal 2025, mainly due to a higher per tonne fixed costs allocation resulting from the decrease in ore production.On a per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits basis, cash cost and AISC were negative $14.23 and $4.70, respectively, compared to negative $14.71 and $3.12 in Fiscal 2025.GC Mine Classification Update The Company has commissioned Changsha Mining Research Institute to prepare the development and utilization plan to change the GC's classification from a lead-zinc mine to a silver mine. GC has an annual production capacity of 300,000 tonnes, is considered a medium-scale operation and is limited to no more than three production levels operating simultaneously. Once classified as a silver mine, GC would be considered large-scale and would no longer be subject to this restriction.GC MineThree months ended
Years ended March 31,
March 31,
2026December 31, 2025September 30,
2025June 30, 2025March 31,
2025
20262025Ore Production (tonne)48,84087,09576,24974,86941,760
287,053299,036Head grades
Silver (grams/tonne)5252646961
5967Lead (%)0.91.00.90.80.9
0.90.9Zinc (%)2.62.92.82.32.9
2.72.5Recovery rates
Silver (%)86.385.985.885.383.7
85.783.1Lead (%)93.589.189.090.187.4
93.489.3Zinc (%)90.692.791.190.090.3
91.390.3Cash Costs
Cash cost ($/tonne)71.1253.3758.2062.5377.46
60.0854.97AISC ($/tonne)109.6868.5382.6399.93117.83
87.4883.36Cash cost, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)(19.93)(29.05)(11.44)(0.80)(8.53)
(14.23)(14.71)AISC, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)10.22(15.66)4.7120.0215.05
4.703.12Metal Production
Silver (million ounces)0.10.10.10.10.1
0.50.5Lead (million pounds)1.11.71.31.10.7
5.25.3Zinc (million pounds)2.55.14.23.42.4
15.114.8CAPITAL EXPENDITURES AND DEVELOPMENT FOR GROWTHTotal capital expenditures in Fiscal 2026 were $124.4 million, up 44% compared to $86.6 million in Fiscal 2025 mainly due to the expenditures of $39.0 million at the El Domo Project and $4.6 million at the Kuanping project for mine construction.
Capitalized expendituresPlant and
equipmentTotal Capital
expenditures
Ramp, Development
Tunneling, and otherExploration TunnelingExploration Drilling
(Metres)($ Thousand)(Metres)($ Thousand)(Metres)($ Thousand)($ Thousand)($ Thousand)Year ended March 31, 2026
Ying Mining District45,068$ 28,67560,147$ 23,529138,163$ 3,930$ 7,442$ 63,575GC Mine3,7261,8857,8703,01820,7494536345,990El Domo—45,794————63546,429Condor—2,659——2,268315—2,974Kuanping5,7243,6791,8385881,625791,0795,426Consolidated54,51982,69269,85627,135162,8044,7779,790124,394
Year ended March 31, 2025
Ying Mining District34,486$ 23,76462,035$ 22,50460,804$ 1,942$ 22,045$ 70,255GC Mine2,6071,6649,5593,57041,3358896066,729El Domo—7,166————3057,471Condor—1,275—————1,275Kuanping—543————284827Consolidated37,09234,41271,59426,074102,1392,83123,24086,557i) Ying Mining DistrictCapitalized expenditures for underground ramps, tunnels and drilling amounted to $56.1 million, plus $7.4 million for plant and equipment, compared to $48.2 million for underground ramps, tunnels and drilling and $22.0 million for plant and equipment in Fiscal 2025.Design and construction of No. 3 Mill commenced in Q4 Fiscal 2026. With a total budget of $31.6 million, it is expected to add 3,000 tonnes per day of capacity and be commissioned in Q1 Fiscal 2028. This will meet the increasing demand for ore processing which is anticipated to reach 1.6 million tonnes per year by fiscal year 2029. With the No.3 Mill in operation, the No. 1 Mill will be decommissioned, leaving Ying with a net effective 6,500 tonnes per day of milling capacity.Additionally, the TLP 35kV Substation and Power Line Construction Project had its construction contract signed on March 9, 2026. The project commenced on April 10, 2026. It is expected to be completed by the end of Q2 Fiscal 2027. This will significantly improve power supply quality and reliability, and will meet the power supply requirements specified in the facilities design for the renewal of its safety production permit.ii) GC Mine Total capitalized expenditures amounted to $6.0 million, primarily for sustaining activities, as compared to $6.7 million in Fiscal 2025.iii) El Domo ProjectCapital expenditures for El Domo totaled $46.4 million, compared to $7.5 million in Fiscal 2025. Mine development activities focused on infrastructure construction such as haul roads, an ore stockpile shed, a waste dump, process plant site preparation, a starter dam for tailing storage facility, a camp, and other site preparations.iv) Kuanping ProjectCapital expenditures for Kuanping amounted to $5.4 million, compared to $0.8 million in Fiscal 2025. Mine construction focused on ramp development for access to ore bodies and mining/exploration tunneling. It produced initial amounts of ore in Q1 2027, which was shipped to Ying's process plant for recovery of metals.v) Condor ProjectTotal expenditures incurred and capitalized were $3.0 million, in which 2,268 metres of diamond drilling was completed to define and upgrade the mineral resources to support potential underground mining. The Company has applied for a small-scale mining environmental license, targeted for Q2 F2027. Once approved, the Company will commence the development of access tunnels to facilitate advanced underground exploration and resource definition.vi) Chaarat ProjectThe Company paid $92 million to Chaarat to acquire 70% of ZAAV and become the operator, with the Government's company Kyrgyzaltyn holding a 30% free-carried interest. Subsequent to the quarter, the Company paid $60 million to the Kyrgyz government after it issued to ZAAV a new mining license and license agreement extending the valid period of the mining license for a further 30 years from June 25, 2032 to June 25, 2062.CONFERENCE CALL DETAILS A conference call to discuss these results will be held on Friday, May 29, at 9:00 am PDT (12:00 pm EDT). To participate in the conference call, please dial the numbers below.Canada/USA TF: 888-510-2154
China Toll: 864000211716
International/Local Toll: 437-900-0527
Conference ID: 21137Participants should dial-in 10 – 15 minutes prior to the start time. A replay of the conference call and transcript will be available on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.Mr. Guoliang Ma, P.Geo., Manager of Exploration and Resources of the Company, is the Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and has reviewed and given consent to the technical information contained in this news release.About Silvercorp Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cash flow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.For further informationSilvercorp Metals Inc.Lon Shaver PresidentPhone: (604) 669-9397Toll Free 1(888) 224-1881Email: investor@silvercorp.caWebsite: www.silvercorpmetals.comALTERNATIVE PERFORMANCE (NON-GAAP) MEASURESThis news release should be read in conjunction with the Company's Management Discussion & Analysis ("MD&A"), the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes contains therein for the year ended March 31, 2026, which have been posted on SEDAR+ under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov, and are also available on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com under the Investor section. This news release refers to various alternative performance (non-IFRS) measures, such as adjusted earnings and adjusted earnings per share, EBITDA and EBITDA per share, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA per share, free cash flow, cash cost and all-in sustaining cost per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, cash cost and AISC per tonne of ore processed, silver equivalent, and working capital. The tonnage of ore production refers to wet tonne, containing approximately 2% to 3% moisture. These measures are widely used in the mining industry as a benchmark for performance, but do not have standardized meanings under IFRS as an indicator of performance and may differ from methods used by other companies with similar description. The detailed description and reconciliation of these alternative performance (non-GAAP) measures have been incorporated by reference and can be found under section 12 – Alternative Performance (Non-GAAP) Measures in the MD&A for the year ended March 31, 2026 filled on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov and which is incorporated by reference here in.CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER - FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis news release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to, among other things statements the accuracy of mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates at the Company's material properties; estimates of the Company's revenues and capital expenditures; estimated production from the Company's mines in the Ying Mining District and the GC Mine; timing of receipt of permits and regulatory approvals; availability of funds from production to finance the Company's operations; and access to and availability of funding for future construction, use of proceeds from any financing and development of the Company's properties; the amount of ore to be processed during the Chinese New Year holiday; estimated El Domo and Kuanping mine construction progress, and timing of development ore from the Kuanping project to be available for processing. 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Silvercorp Reports Operational Results and Financial Results Release Date for Fiscal 2026, and Issues Fiscal 2027 Production, Cash Cost, and Capital Expenditure GuidanceApril 16, 2026 8:38 PM
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Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE American: SVMVANCOUVER, BC, April 16, 2026 /CNW/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) reports production and sales figures for the fourth quarter ("Q4 Fiscal 2026") and fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 ("Fiscal 2026") and the production and cost guidance for the 2027 fiscal year ending March 31, 2027 ("Fiscal 2027"). Silvercorp expects to release its Fiscal 2026 audited financial results on Monday, May 25, 2026, after market close.Q4 Fiscal 2026 Operational Highlights Record revenue of approximately $147.4 million, an increase of 96% over the same quarter last year ("Q4 Fiscal 2025");Silver production of 1.5 million ounces, a decrease of 11% over Q4 Fiscal 2025; silver equivalent (only silver and gold)i production of 1.6 million ounces, a decrease of 17% compared to 1.9 million ounces in Q4 Fiscal 2025;Lead production of 14.0 million pounds, a decrease of 14% over Q4 Fiscal 2025;Zinc production of 3.9 million pounds, a decrease of 12% over Q4 Fiscal 2025;Kuanping mine construction continued, with 1,335 metres ("m") of ramp development, 313 m of exploration tunneling and 1,625 m of drilling completed;El Domo mine construction continued to advance under enhanced water and soil conservation measures during the heavy rainfall season, with the haul roads and the ore stockpile shed completed; andMSCI ESG rating was upgraded from A to AA.Fiscal 2026 Operational Highlights Record revenue of approximately $438.1 million, an increase of 47% over Fiscal 2025;Ore processed of 1,475,512 tonnes, up 12% over Fiscal 2025, and beat the high end of 1,369,000 tonnes in the Company's annual production guidance;Silver production of approximately 6.8 million ounces, a 2% decrease over Fiscal 2025; gold production of approximately 8,723 ounces, a 16% increase over Fiscal 2025, and silver equivalent of 7.5 million ounces, even with Fiscal 2025; andEl Domo mine completed the site preparation for the processing plant, 5,000 square metre ROM ore shed, construction camp, internal roads, including roads to the TSF construction site, and orders of major equipment.Q4 Fiscal 2026 Operational Results The Ying Mining District processed 311,677 tonnes of ore, up 2% over Q4 Fiscal 2025. Approximately 1.4 million ounces of silver, 2,492 ounces of gold, or 1.5 million ounces of silver equivalent, plus 12.9 million pounds of lead, and 1.4 million pounds of zinc were produced, representing production decreases of 20%, 11%, 18%, 17%, and 30% in gold, silver, silver equivalent, lead and zinc, respectively, over Q4 Fiscal 2025. Lower production was due to lower head grades associated with an increase in shrinkage mining. A total of 48,492 m of drilling and 13,239 m of exploration tunneling were completed in Q4 Fiscal 2026.The GC Mine processed 48,840 tonnes of ore, up 17% over Q4 Fiscal 2025. Approximately 0.1 million ounces of silver, 1.1 million pounds of lead, and 2.5 million pounds of zinc were produced, representing increases of 3%, 51% and 4% in silver, lead and zinc over Q4 Fiscal 2025. A total of 6,050 m of drilling and 1,393 m of exploration tunneling were completed in Q4 Fiscal 2026.
Q4 Fiscal 2026
Q4 Fiscal 2025
Ying Mining DistrictGCConsolidated
Ying Mining DistrictGCConsolidatedSilver-lead Ore Processed (tonnes)279,62748,840328,467
265,19941,760306,959Silver (grams/tonne)16152
19861
Lead (%)2.20.9
2.90.9
Zinc (%)0.42.6
0.52.9
Gold Ore Processed (tonnes)32,050—32,050
39,025—39,025 Gold (grams/tonne)1.1—
1.4—
Silver (grams/tonne)54—
62—
Lead (%)0.9—
0.7—
Total Ore Processed (tonnes)311,67748,840360,517
304,22441,760345,984
Recovery Rates
Silver (%)95.086.3
94.283.7
Gold (%)*90.8—
91.7—
Lead (%)93.293.5
92.387.4
Zinc (%)63.990.6
67.390.3
Metals Produced
Silver (million ounces)1.40.11.5
1.60.11.6Gold (ounces)2,492—2,492
3,110—3,110Silver equivalent (million ounces)1.50.11.6
1.90.11.9Lead (million pounds)12.91.114.0
15.60.716.3Zinc (million pounds)1.42.53.9
2.02.44.4
Metals Sold
Silver (million ounces)1.40.11.5
1.50.11.6Gold (ounces)2,623—2,623
3,465—3,465Lead (million pounds)12.80.813.6
15.50.816.3Zinc (million pounds)1.42.43.9
2.12.44.5*Only representing the gold recovery rate for Gold Ore.Fiscal 2026 Operational Results At the Ying Mining District, 1,188,459 tonnes of ore were processed, up 17% over Fiscal 2025. A total of 6.3 million ounces of silver, 8,723 ounces of gold, or 7.0 million ounces of silver equivalent, 55.1 million pounds of lead and 6.6 million pounds of zinc were produced, representing an increase of 16% in gold and decreases of 1%, 1%, 3% and 23% in silver, silver equivalent, lead and zinc, respectively, over Fiscal 2025.At the GC Mine, 287,053 tonnes of ore were processed, representing a decrease of 4% over Fiscal 2025. A total of 0.5 million ounces of silver, 5.2 million pounds of lead, and 15.1 million pounds of zinc were produced, representing an increase of 3% in zinc, and decreases of 11% and 2% in silver and lead, respectively, over Fiscal 2025.
Year ended March 31, 2026
Year ended March 31, 2025
Ying Mining DistrictGCConsolidated
Ying Mining DistrictGCConsolidatedSilver-lead Ore Processed (tonnes)1,066,970287,0531,354,023
927,171299,0361,226,207Silver (grams/tonne)19359
22567
Lead (%)2.50.9
3.00.9
Zinc (%)0.42.7
0.62.5
Gold Ore Processed (tonnes)121,489—121,489
86,488—86,488 Gold (grams/tonne)1.3—
1.7—
Silver (grams/tonne)61—
72—
Lead (%)0.9—
0.9—
Total Ore Processed (tonnes)1,188,459287,0531,475,512
1,013,659299,0361,312,695
Recovery Rates
Gold (%)*92.7—
92.9
Silver (%)95.485.7
94.783.1
Lead (%)93.793.4
93.689.3
Zinc (%)64.191.3
69.790.3
Metals Produced
Silver (million ounces)6.30.56.8
6.40.56.9Gold (ounces)8,723—8,723
7,495—7,495Silver equivalent (million ounces)7.00.57.5
7.10.57.6Lead (million pounds)55.15.260.4
56.85.362.2Zinc (million pounds)6.615.121.7
8.614.823.3
Metals Sold
Silver (million ounces)6.40.56.8
6.40.56.9Gold (ounces)8,857—8,857
7,577—7,577Lead (million pounds)55.05.060.0
56.85.562.3Zinc (million pounds)6.615.121.7
8.614.923.5*Only representing the gold recovery rate for Gold Ore.Fiscal 2027 Production, Cash Cost, and Capital Expenditure GuidanceGuidance for Fiscal 2027 production, cash and all-in sustaining costs (AISC)In Fiscal 2027, the Company expects to process 1,526,600 to 1,607,000 tonnes of ore, yielding approximately 6.8 to 7.1 million ounces of silver, 9,500 to 10,000 ounces of gold, or 7.5 to 7.8 million ounces of silver equivalent, 62.7 to 65.8 million pounds of lead, and 22.3 to 23.4 million pounds of zinc. The guidance represents increases of 3% to 9% in ore processed, 0.04% to 4% in silver, 9% to 15% in gold, 4% to 9% in lead, and 3% to 8% in zinc production compared to the Fiscal 2026 results.
Fiscal 2027 Guidance
Year ended March 31, 2026ProductionYing Mining DistrictGCConsolidated
Ying Mining DistrictGCConsolidated
LowHighLowHighLowHigh
ActualSilver-lead Ore Processed (tonnes)1,106,0001,164,000290,000305,0001,396,0001,469,000
1,066,970287,0531,354,023Silver (gram/t)20168
19359
Lead (%)2.71.0
2.50.9
Zinc (%)0.42.7
0.42.7
Gold Ore Processed (tonnes)131,000138,000——131,000138,000
121,489—121,489Gold (gram/t)1.7
1.3
Silver (gram/t)42
61
Lead (%)0.5
0.9
Total Ore Processed (tonnes)1,237,0001,302,000290,000305,0001,526,6001,607,000
1,188,459287,0531,475,512
Metal Production
Silver (million ounces)6.46.60.50.56.87.1
6.30.56.8Gold (ounces)9,50010,000——9,50010,000
8,723—8,723Silver Equivalent (million ounces)7.17.30.50.57.57.8
7.00.57.5Lead (million pounds)56.459.26.36.662.765.8
55.15.260.4Zinc (million pounds)6.87.115.516.322.323.4
6.615.121.7
Fiscal 2027 Guidance
Nine months ended December 31, 2025CostsYing Mining DistrictGCConsolidated
Ying Mining DistrictGCConsolidatedCash Cost ($/t)88.290.463.164.683.385.4
80.257.875.5AISC ($/t)155.4161.290.493.3155.3161.2
134.182.9137.2The Ying Mining District plans to process 1,237,000 to 1,302,000 tonnes of ore, including nominal development ore from Kuanping, to produce 6.4 to 6.6 million ounces of silver, 9,500 to 10,000 ounces of gold, 56.4 to 59.2 million pounds of lead, and 6.8 to 7.1 million pounds of zinc for Fiscal 2027. This production guidance represents production increases of 4% to 10% in ore, 0.1% to 4% in silver, 9% to 15% in gold, 2% to 7% in lead and 3% to 8% in zinc, compared to the Fiscal 2026 results.The cash costii at the Ying Mining District is expected to be $88.2 to $90.4 per tonne of ore, compared to the cash cost of $80.2 for the first nine months of Fiscal 2026 ended December 31, 2025. The all-in sustaining cost (AISC)ii is estimated at $155.4 to $161.2 per tonne, higher than the AISC of $134.1 recorded in the first nine months of Fiscal 2026. The higher cash cost and AISC are due to anticipated increases in contractor unit costs and more development tunnels and facilities planned for higher ore production in Fiscal 2027 and beyond. More details on the near and longer term mine plan will be contained in an updated NI 43-101 technical report expected to be released in the coming weeks.The GC Mine plans to process 290,000 to 305,000 tonnes of ore to produce 0.46 to 0.49 million ounces of silver, 6.3 to 6.6 million pounds of lead, and 15.5 to 16.3 million pounds of zinc. Fiscal 2027 production guidance at the GC Mine represents production increases of 1% to 6% in ore and 0.4% to 7% in silver, 20% to 26% in lead and 2% to 8% in zinc compared to the Fiscal 2026 results.The cash cost at the GC Mine is expected to be $63.1 to $64.6 per tonne of ore, compared to $57.8 recorded in the first nine months of Fiscal 2026. The AISC is estimated at $90.4 to $93.3 per tonne of ore processed, compared to $82.9 recorded in the first nine months of Fiscal 2026 as more exploration tunneling has been planned in Fiscal 2027.The consolidated cash cost in Fiscal 2027 is expected to be $83.3 to $85.4 per tonne, while the consolidated AISC is expected to be $155.3 to $161.2 per tonne.Fiscal 2027 capital expenditure guidance for China OperationsThe table below summarizes the capital expenditures the Company expects to incur for our China Operations in Fiscal 2027.
Fiscal 2027 GuidanceYing Mining DistrictGC MineKuanpingTotalCapitalized ExpendituresRamp and Development Tunneling(Metres)53,2004,5007,60065,300($ Million)37.22.73.943.8Exploration Tunneling(Metres)90,20014,2004,400108,800($ Million)35.35.91.442.6Diamond Drilling(Metres)91,10034,3005,300130,700($ Million)2.80.80.23.8Facilities and Equipment($ Million)26.10.71.328.1No. 3 Mill($ Million)22.7——22.7Total($ Million)124.110.16.8141.01. Ying Mining DistrictThe total capital expenditures at the Ying Mining District in Fiscal 2027 is estimated at $124.1 million as the Company continues to increase production and grow its mineral resources.$37.2 million to develop 53,200 m of ramps and tunnels, enabling access for mining of new areas where exploration has identified additional material, to be outlined in the upcoming technical report;$35.3 million to develop 90,200 m of exploration tunnels and to spend $2.8 million to drill 91,100 m of exploration diamond drill holes;$26.1 million in facilities and equipment upgrades. Major items include $6.8 million for mining equipment replacement, $7.6 million for waste dump construction, $4.5 million for substation upgrades and $5.6 million for infrastructure and the TSF; and$22.7 million out of the total $31.6 million to build a new mill, the No. 3 Mill, expected to add 3,000 tonnes per day of capacity, and be commissioned in Q1 Fiscal 2028.The No. 3 Mill is under design and construction, and intended to meet the increasing demand on ore processing at the Ying Mining District where annual mine throughput is expected to reach 1.6 million tonnes per year by fiscal year 2029. The No. 1 Mill will be decommissioned, leaving Ying with a net effective 6,300 tonnes per day of milling capacity.The following table summarizes the estimated budget and construction schedules for the new Mill:CategoryDescriptionTarget Completion ScheduleEstimated Expenditures(in millions of US$)Fiscal 2027Beyond Fiscal 2027TotalDesign & PermittingLand Lease & RezoningApr-260.6-0.6Design & EngineeringMay-260.2-0.2Environmental & Safety AssessmentJul-260.1-0.1Construction & EquipmentSite PreparationApr-260.80.31.1Road ConstructionJun-270.40.20.5Mill ConstructionMar-276.52.89.2Equipment AcquisitionNov-2610.80.611.4InstallationMar-271.02.73.7ContingencyApr-272.42.44.7Total Expenditures
22.78.931.6Development tunneling, equipment replacement and facilities upgrades, other than the new mill, have been included in AISC.2. GC MineThe total capital expenditures at the GC Mine in Fiscal 2027 is estimated at $10.1 million to maintain its production and mineral resources.$2.7 million to develop 4,500 m of ramps and tunnels;$5.9 million to develop 14,200 m of exploration tunnels and to spend $0.8 million to drill 34,300 m of exploration diamond drill holes; and$0.7 million on equipment replacement, facility upgrades and construction.Development tunneling, equipment replacement and facilities upgrade have been included in AISC.3. Kuanping ProjectUnderground mine construction continues as preparations for production move forward, with a total investment of $6.8 million which includes $3.9 million for 7,600 m of ramp and tunnel development, $1.4 million for 4,400 m of exploration tunnels, $0.2 million for 5,300 m of diamond drilling and $1.3 million for equipment and facilities.Fiscal 2027 capital expenditure guidance for Ecuador Operations1. El Domo ProjectThe table below summarizes the costs to construct the El Domo Project:
Fiscal 2027
($ Million)1Package #1 - Site preparation/Roads/Channels/TSF/SWD$ 27.72Package #2 - Open Pit Mining and Stripping23.13Package #3 - Processing Plant Construction and Equipment36.14Temporary and Permanent Camps3.05Packages #4, 5 -Site Infrastructure (bypass roads, power line, standby diesel generators, water treatment plant)23.8
Direct costs sub-total$ 113.76Owner's Contingency11.57Owner's Cost12.88Value added tax (VAT)21.8
Total$ 159.8The total budget for the El Domo project remains unchanged at $283.6 million, consistent with the February revised budget, with an expected completion date of July 1, 2027. Spending in Q4 Fiscal 2026 totaled $15.9 million. Key activities included site preparation for the processing plant, construction of the ore shed, camp and internal roads, and ordering of major equipment.Package #1 - Site Preparation/Roads/Channel/TSF/SWDPackage #1 earthworks and related activities have been conducted by CRCC 14 since January 2025, with the capital costs estimated based on the unit prices as indicated in the contract multiplied by the design quantities of each activity.Package #2 – Open Pit Mining and Stripping The mining contract for the construction and operation of Package #2 was awarded to China Railway 19th Bureau Group Co., Ltd. ("CRCC19") with the cost estimated based on the optimized mine plan and contracted unit rates of drilling, blasting, and hauling etc received from CRCC19. The Company expects to commence stripping of the open pit in April 2026 and a total of 4.1 million cubic metres of sediments and waste rocks will be stripped.Package #3 - Processing Plant Construction and Equipment The detailed process flowsheet and equipment selection for the processing plant construction and equipment have been finalized by Yantai Jinpeng Mining Machinery Co., Ltd, with the cost estimated based on the engineering design, actual contract and purchase prices for major equipment from international vendors, market prices for minor equipment in China plus shipping cost, current construction cost in Ecuador.Power line construction and Stand-by Diesel Power GeneratorsThe construction of the power line is expected to be initiated in June 2026 and should take approximately 12 months to be completed. The 14MW diesel generator sets will be delivered to site by December 2026 for installation and operation before the completion of the process plant. This mitigation plan will ensure that power is available for commissioning of the process plant in July 2027, regardless of the status of the external power line.2. Condor ProjectIn Fiscal 2027, the Company plans first to obtain the environmental permit for small-scale mining, which will then allow the development of two 1,500 metre long underground tunnels totalling 3,000 metres that will provide access to the main ore bodies and to carry out underground drilling to upgrade mineral resource categories into measured and indicated. Based on these results, a Pre-Feasibility or Feasibility Study Report can be completed for a 5,000 t/d underground mine, processing plant and related tailings storage facility per the PEA dated December 22, 2025. The company will also pool with two other property owners that have "small-scale mining permits" and the local community to build a 1,000 tonne per day mill, TSF starter dam, and associated infrastructure. The total capital expenditures at the Condor Project are estimated at $10.9 million in Fiscal 2027.Fiscal 2027 capital expenditure guidance for Kyrgyzstan OperationsThe Company is preparing a separate press release with guidance for its Kyrgyzstan Operations.Qualified PersonGuoliang Ma, P. Geo., Manager of Exploration and Resource of the Company, is the Qualified Person for Silvercorp for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects and has reviewed and approved the technical information contained in this news release.About Silvercorp Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cash flow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.For further information
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Website: www.silvercorpmetals.comCAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER - FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis news release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to, among other things statements regarding the timing of release the Company's Fiscal 2026 audited financial results; guidance for Fiscal 2027 production, cash and AISC; capital expenditures for China Operations in Fiscal 2027; construction of the No. 3 Mill and annual mine throughput at the Ying Mining District; timing of updated NI 43-101 technical reports; total budget for the El Domo project; construction and capital expenditures for the El Domo and Kuanping mines; permitting, development, completion of pre-feasibility study, and capital expenditures for Condor Project; and timing of guidance for the Company's Kyrgyzstan Operations. 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SILVERCORP REPORTS ADJUSTED NET INCOME OF $47.9 MILLION, $0.22 PER SHARE, AND CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES OF $132.9 MILLION FOR Q3 FISCAL 2026February 9, 2026 7:01 PM
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Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE AMERICAN: SVMVANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) reported its financial and operating results for the three months ended December 31, 2025 ("Q3 Fiscal 2026"). All amounts are expressed in US dollars, and figures may not add due to rounding.HIGHLIGHTS FOR Q3 Fiscal 2026Steady Silver Equivalent Production: Produced approximately 1.9 million ounces of silver, 2,096 ounces of gold, or approximately 2.0 million ounces of silver equivalent1 (silver and gold only);Record Quarterly Revenue: Sold approximately 1.9 million ounces of silver, 2,250 ounces of gold, 16.4 million pounds of lead, and 7.0 million pounds of zinc, for revenue of $126.1 million, an increase of 51% over the three months ended December 31, 2024 ("Q3 Fiscal 2025");Realized silver selling price: $49.0 per ounce after smelter deduction, with silver representing 72% of the quarterly revenue;Cash cost per ounce of silver (net of by-product credits)1: negative $3.02, significant improvement from negative $1.88 in Q3 Fiscal 2025;All-in sustaining cost per ounce of silver ("AISC")1 (net of by-product credits): $12.86, remaining flat with $12.75 in Q3 Fiscal 2025;Adjusted net income1 attributable to equity shareholders: $47.9 million, or $0.22 per share, after excluding non-cash or one-time items, compared to $22.0 million or $0.10 per share in Q3 Fiscal 2025;Adjusted earnings before interest, income tax, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA")1: $66.7 million, or $0.30 per share, compared to $40.1 million or $0.18 per share in Q3 Fiscal 2025;Net loss attributable to equity shareholders: $15.8 million, or $0.07 per share, mainly due to a $60.2 million non-cash charge on "mark-to-market" of the fair value of convertible notes;Record cash flow from operating activities: $132.9 million, up $88.1 million, compared to $44.8 million in Q3 Fiscal 2025, including the $43.9 million draw-down from Wheaton Precious Metals in October 2025;Record free cash flow1: $89.6 million, up $69.0 million, compared to $20.5 million in Q3 Fiscal 2025; andCash position: Ended the period with cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of $462.8 million, an increase of $80.6 million from the previous quarter, and a portfolio of equity investments with a total market value of $233.2 million, an increase of $53.0 million from the previous quarter.________________________________1Non-GAAP measures, please refer to MD&A section 12 for reconciliation.CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL AND OPERATING RESULTS
Three months ended December 31,
Nine months ended December 31,
20252024Changes
20252024ChangesFinancial Results (in thousands of $, except per share)
Revenue$ 126,112$ 83,61451 %
$ 290,776$ 223,78230 %Mine operating earnings77,06829,230164 %
153,74997,40558 %Net income (loss)*(15,832)26,130(161) %
(9,222)65,775(114) %Per share - basic(0.07)0.12(160) %
(0.04)0.33(113) %Adjusted earnings*47,93121,963118 %
91,53160,34252 %Per share - basic0.220.10115 %
0.420.3038 %EBITDA*5,98443,760(86) %
45,321107,236(58) %Per share0.030.20(86) %
0.210.54(61) %Adjusted EBITDA*66,73540,12266 %
140,024102,44737 %Per share0.300.1864 %
0.640.5125 %Cash flow from operating activities132,94344,847196 %
220,404107,930104 %Sustaining capital expenditures13,72714,152(3) %
36,51634,5806 %Growth capital expenditures29,64810,173191 %
60,43628,696111 %Free cash flow89,56820,522336 %
123,45244,654176 %Basic weighted average shares outstanding218,585,686217,475,2791 %
218,290,025199,608,1819 %Metals sold
Silver (million ounces)1.92.0(4) %
5.45.3— %Gold (ounces)2,2501,87520 %
6,2344,11252 %Lead (million pounds)16.417.1(4) %
46.446.01 %Zinc (million pounds)7.06.66 %
17.919.0(6) %Average Selling Price, Net of Value Added Tax and Smelter Charges
Silver ($/ounce)48.9727.2080 %
37.6626.7041 %Gold ($/ounce)3,6662,32258 %
3,1972,19845 %Lead ($/pound)0.980.944 %
0.950.98(3) %Zinc ($/pound)1.081.22(11) %
1.011.12(10) %Cost Data per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits ($)
Cash cost (3.02)(1.88)(61) %
(0.68)(1.46)53 %All-in sustaining cost12.8612.751 %
13.4111.4617 %Financial Position (in thousands of $) as atDecember 31,
2025September 30,
2025
December 31, 2025March 31, 2025
Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments$ 462,840$ 382,25421 %
462,840369,05625 %Working capital 94,573311,882(70) %
94,573310,359(70) %*Attributable to equity holdersINDIVIDUAL MINE OPERATING PERFORMANCEThe Ying Mining District delivered a strong Q3 Fiscal 2026, with record ore mined of 365,370 tonnes, up 23% over Q3 Fiscal 2025, driven by increased use of shrinkage mining relative to cut-and-fill re-suing. Mill throughput was 328,425 tonnes, up 18% over Q3 Fiscal 2025.Production was approximately 1.7 million ounces of silver, 2,096 ounces of gold, or 1.9 million ounces of silver equivalent, 14.7 million pounds of lead, and 1.9 million pounds of zinc, representing an increase of 2% in gold and decreases of 2%, 4%, 4%, and 16% in silver, silver equivalent, lead and zinc, respectively, over Q3 Fiscal 2025. Lower production was due to lower head grades, as a result of the XRT sorter undergoing maintenance in October 2025 and higher dilution associated with shrinkage mining.Cash cost per tonne of ore was $75.80 in Q3 Fiscal 2026, down 11% from Q3 Fiscal 2025 and below the Fiscal 2026 guidance range of $86.8–$88.4. The improvement reflects ongoing mine mechanization and greater use of cost-efficient shrinkage mining, boosting mine and mill productivity. On a per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits basis, cash cost was negative $1.22, compared with negative $0.30 in Q3 Fiscal 2025, driven by these factors and a $3.5 million increase in by-product credits.AISC per tonne of ore improved 11% in Q3 Fiscal 2026, to $134.06, remaining below the Fiscal 2026 guidance range of $157.8–$160.5. On a per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits basis, AISC was $11.32, supporting robust margins amid higher silver prices.The mines in the Ying Mining District are expected to be closed for three weeks during the Chinese New Year period in February, but the process plant will continue to operate during the holiday to process the 61,105 tonnes stockpiled at the end of this quarter together with ore stockpiled in January 2026.Ying Mining DistrictThree months ended
Nine months ended December 31,
December 31,
2025September
30, 2025June 30, 2025March 31,
2025December 31,
2024
20252024Ore processed (tonnes)
Silver-lead ore299,217235,168252,958265,199255,783
787,343661,972Gold ore29,20829,83430,39739,02521,912
89,43947,463
328,425265,002283,355304,224277,695
876,782709,435Average head grades for silver-lead ore
Silver (grams/tonne)190207217189226
204239Lead (%)2.32.62.82.92.9
2.63.0Zinc (%)0.40.40.50.50.6
0.50.6Average head grades for gold-ore
Gold (grams/tonne)1.21.41.51.42.1
1.31.9Silver (grams/tonne)5781516267
6380Lead (%)1.10.90.80.70.7
0.91.0Recovery rates
Silver (%)95.394.894.694.294.7
95.594.8Gold (%)**92.894.293.491.794.6
93.593.6Lead (%)93.693.594.192.394.0
93.894.1Zinc (%)63.065.864.367.368.9
64.270.6Cash Costs
Cash cost ($/tonne)75.8082.8983.0884.9084.92
80.1889.21AISC ($/tonne)134.06139.22129.83120.62150.87
134.13146.58Cash cost, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)(1.22)0.971.263.05(0.30)
0.30(0.14)AISC, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)11.3211.7510.1011.3511.05
11.049.16Metal Production
Silver (million ounces)1.71.51.71.61.8
5.04.9Gold (ounces)2,0962,0852,0503,1102,056
6,2314,385Silver equivalent (million ounces)1.91.71.91.92.0
5.55.2Lead (million pounds)14.712.914.615.615.2
42.241.3Zinc (million pounds)1.91.41.82.02.3
5.26.5**Gold recovery only refers to the recovery rate for gold ore processed.
The GC Mine produced approximately 0.1 million ounces of silver, 1.7 million pounds of lead, and 5.1 million pounds of zinc in Q3 Fiscal 2026, representing an increase of 15% in zinc and decreases of 28% in silver and 6% in lead over Q3 Fiscal 2025, primarily due to head grades. The GC mine is expected to process approximately 50,000 tonnes of ore in Q4 Fiscal 2026.Cash cost per tonne of $53.37 and AISC per tonne of $68.53 were below the Fiscal 2026 Guidance, and improved 1% and 9%, respectively, from Q3 Fiscal 2025, due to higher ore production and lower sustaining capital expenditures.On a per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits basis, cash cost and AISC were negative $29.05 and negative $15.66, respectively, compared to negative $19.14 and negative $6.13 in Q3 Fiscal 2025. The improvement primarily reflects a $0.7 million increase in by-product credits.GC MineThree months ended
Nine months ended December 31,
December 31,
2025September 30, 2025June 30, 2025March 31,
2025December 31, 2024
20252024Ore Production (tonne)87,09576,24974,86941,76084,115
238,212257,276Head grades
Silver (grams/tonne)5264696177
6167Lead (%)1.00.90.80.91.1
0.90.9Zinc (%)2.92.82.32.92.7
2.72.5Recovery rates
Silver (%)85.985.885.383.782.8
85.683.0Lead (%)89.189.090.187.490.3
89.489.6Zinc (%)92.791.190.090.390.3
91.490.3Cash Costs
Cash cost ($/tonne)53.3758.2062.5377.4653.69
57.7951.40AISC ($/tonne)68.5382.6399.93117.8375.55
82.9177.85Cash cost, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)(29.05)(11.44)(0.80)(8.53)(19.14)
(13.21)(15.77)AISC, net of by-product credits ($/ounce of silver)(15.66)4.7120.0215.05(6.13)
3.721.07Metal Production
Silver (million ounces)0.10.10.10.10.2
0.40.5Lead (million pounds)1.71.31.10.71.9
4.24.6Zinc (million pounds)5.14.23.42.44.4
12.712.4CAPITAL EXPENDITURES AND DEVELOPMENT FOR GROWTH
Total capital expenditures in Q3 Fiscal 2026 were $44.3 million, up 75% compared to $25.3 million in Q3 Fiscal 2025, mainly due to on-going construction at the El Domo project and the Kuanping Mine.For the Ying Mining District, capitalized expenditures for underground ramps, tunnels and drilling amounted to $17.7 million, plus $4.0 million for plant and equipment, compared to $20.1 million for underground tunnels and $7.0 million for plant and equipment in Q3 Fiscal 2025.For the GC Mine, capitalized expenditures amounted to $1.8 million, flat compared to $1.8 million in Q3 Fiscal 2025.Capital expenditures for El Domo totaled $18.0 million, compared to $1.8 million in Q3 Fiscal 2025. Mine development activities focused on infrastructure construction such as internal roads, waste dump, process plant site preparation, starter dam for tailing storage facility ("TSF"), camp, and other site preparations.Capital expenditures for Kuanping totalled $2.4 million, compared to $0.2 million in Q3 Fiscal 2025. Mine construction focused on ramp development for access to ore bodies and mining/ exploration tunneling. It is expected to start producing initial amounts of ores in June 2026, which will be shipped to Ying's process plant for recovery of metals.
Capitalized expendituresPlant and
equipmentTotal Capital
expendituresExpensed
Ramp, Development
Tunneling, and otherExploration TunnelingExploration DrillingMining
Preparation
TunnelsDrilling
(Metres)($ Thousand)(Metres)($ Thousand)(Metres)($ Thousand)($ Thousand)($ Thousand)(Metres)(Metres)Q3 Fiscal 2026
Ying Mining District15,533$ 8,91819,917$ 7,42447,890$ 1,323$ 3,972$ 21,63815,81328,717GC Mine1,4376812,3538567,0161541591,8493,1125,585El Domo—17,961—————17,959——Condor—495—————495——Kuanping & other3,2971,701693194——4842,381——Consolidated20,26729,75722,9648,47454,9061,4774,61444,32218,92634,302
Q3 Fiscal 2025
Ying Mining District9,742$ 6,57018,947$ 6,95415,979$ 536$ 7,007$ 21,06715,75539,568GC Mine5403402,6449928,1291732891,7943,3952,554El Domo—1,803—————1,803——Condor—273—————273——Kuanping & other—120————198318——Consolidated10,2829,10621,5917,94624,1087097,49425,25519,15042,122CONFERENCE CALL DETAILS A conference call to discuss these results will be held on Tuesday, February 10, at 9:00 am PDT (12:00 pm EDT). To participate in the conference call, please dial the numbers below.Canada/USA TF: 888-510-2154
China Toll: 861087833254
International/Local Toll: 437-900-0527
Conference ID: 74042Participants should dial-in 10 – 15 minutes prior to the start time. A replay of the conference call and transcript will be available on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.Mr. Guoliang Ma, P.Geo., Manager of Exploration and Resources of the Company, is the Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and has reviewed and given consent to the technical information contained in this news release.About Silvercorp Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cash flow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.For further information
Silvercorp Metals Inc.
Lon Shaver
President
Phone: (604) 669-9397
Toll Free 1(888) 224-1881
Email: investor@silvercorp.ca
Website: www.silvercorpmetals.comALTERNATIVE PERFORMANCE (NON-GAAP) MEASURESThis news release should be read in conjunction with the Company's Management Discussion & Analysis ("MD&A"), the unaudited consolidated condensed interim financial statements and related notes contains therein for the three and nine months ended December 31, 2025, which have been posted on SEDAR+ under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov, and are also available on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com under the Investor section. This news release refers to various alternative performance (non-IFRS) measures, such as adjusted earnings and adjusted earnings per share, EBITDA and EBITDA per share, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA per share, free cash flow, cash cost and all-in sustaining cost per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, cash cost and AISC per tonne of ore processed, silver equivalent, and working capital. The tonnage of ore production refers to wet tonne, containing approximately 2% to 3% moisture. These measures are widely used in the mining industry as a benchmark for performance, but do not have standardized meanings under IFRS as an indicator of performance and may differ from methods used by other companies with similar description. The detailed description and reconciliation of these alternative performance (non-GAAP) measures have been incorporated by reference and can be found under section 12 – Alternative Performance (Non-GAAP) Measures in the MD&A for the three and nine months ended December 31, 2025 filled on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov and which is incorporated by reference here in.CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER - FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis news release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to, among other things statements the accuracy of mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates at the Company's material properties; estimates of the Company's revenues and capital expenditures; estimated production from the Company's mines in the Ying Mining District and the GC Mine; timing of receipt of permits and regulatory approvals; availability of funds from production to finance the Company's operations; and access to and availability of funding for future construction, use of proceeds from any financing and development of the Company's properties; the amount of ore to be processed during the Chinese New Year holiday; estimated El Domo and Kuanping mine construction progress, and timing of development ore from the Kuanping project to be available for processing. By their very nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information may in some cases be identified by words such as "will", "anticipates", "expects", "intends" and similar expressions suggesting future events or future performance.We caution that all forward-looking information is inherently subject to change and uncertainty and that actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. 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All of the forward-looking information in this news release is qualified by the cautionary statements herein.A comprehensive discussion of other risks that impact Silvercorp can also be found in its public reports and filings under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov, and on the Company's website at www.silvercorp.ca.Cautionary Note to United States Investors Concerning Estimates of Reserves and ResourcesReserve and resource estimates included in this news release have been prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 and the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum Definition Standards on Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves. NI 43-101 is a rule developed by the Canadian Securities Administrators that establishes standards for public disclosure by a Canadian company of scientific and technical information concerning mineral projects. Unless otherwise indicated, all mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates contained in the technical disclosure have been prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 and the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum Definition Standards on Mineral Resources and Reserves. Canadian standards, including NI 43-101, differ significantly from the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and mineral reserve and resource information included in this news release may not be comparable to similar information disclosed by U.S. companies.
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Silvercorp Announces Project Update for El DomoFebruary 4, 2026 5:05 PM
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Trading Symbol: TSX/NYSE American: SVMVANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 4, 2026 /CNW/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX/NYSE American: SVM) (the "Company") announces an update for its budget and construction schedule for the construction of the El Domo Project (the "Project"). The construction budget for the Project has been updated to $284 million, an increase of $44 million compared to the $240 million estimate dated March 31, 2025 (for reference, the 2021 Feasibility Study Budget was $248 million). The main items of increase or decrease are as follows:The VAT: rate has been revised from 10% ($19 million) to 15% ($35 million), resulting in a $16 million increase, which represents 36% of total budget growth. The Company expects to recover this VAT as a tax credit in the first year of operations once concentrate exports commence.Package #1 Construction: $5.1 million increase due to detailed design changes, construction of two rock buttress for waste dumps (SWD and WRF1) were added.The equipment and material purchases of the process plant have increased by $15 million due to: Some equipment was previously missing in both the April 2025 and 2021 Feasibility Studies, e.g. water recycling system from Tailing Storage Facility ("TSF"), SAG mill, regrind mill, bigger flotation cells and thickeners required to accommodate an increase in sulfur content from 9% (2021 Feasibility Study design) to 25% (current design) (~ $11 million).Logistics costs increased by $4 million (considering 15% of all equipment for sea freight, customs fees, storage, local transport, insurance, plus ~ 3.5% import tax), which was previously underestimated.The estimated construction and installation of the process plant have increased by $7.2 million based on the actual construction quotes for the 5000-square-metre ROM ore shack currently under construction.Bypass roads and access roads: $3.3 million increase mainly due to the upgrade of the new southern access road, so that 40-foot container trucks can pass.External powerline: added $2.3 million for payment on behalf of the Ecuador National Power Company (CNEL)for third-party supervision and land easements.Missing items such as Engineer of Record ("EoR"), and construction quality assurance and control ("QA/QC") supervision for TSF construction, site internal power distribution facilities, environment rehabilitation and protection, 4G network added another $10.1 million. Added $6.6 million in local purchases to support local supply chains and economy.Owner's Cost has increased from $30 million to $32.5 million, based on the monthly burn rate and additional expenses (e.g. insurance, services, community and institutional relationship, and security) plus a six-month extension for the construction period-~$2.5 million increase.Package #2 Mining and Stripping: estimated cost has decreased by $4.2 million based on the winning bidder's unit prices.Achieved savings of $4.7 million across various other projects.Contingency has been reduced from 20% ($32 million) to 8% ($17 million), a reduction of $15 million, reflecting more accurate estimates for the current budget. The contingency may account for the diesel price increase during construction (~10% to ~15% increase in unit costs for civil works), and inherent uncertainties as engineering design work continues.Capital Cost Estimate Details:
The table below summarizes the schedule and costs to construct the Project:
2025 April
Budget New Budget
Spent in 20252026 July 1st, 2027Total Budget
($ Million)($ Million)($ Million)($ Million)($ Million)1Package #1 - Site preparation /Road s/Channels / TSF/SWD47.522.432.52.557.42Package #2 - Open Pit Mining and Stripping39.00.023.411.335.03Package #3 - Processing Plant Construction and Equipment33.03.541.59.854.84Temporary and Permanent Camps7.01.94.70.47.0
Packages #4,5 -Site Infrastructure (bypass roads, powerline, standby diesel generators, water treatment plant)33.03.736.15.645.4
Direct costs sub-total159.431.5138.229.6199.36Owner's Contingency 31.90.014.22.817.07Owner's Cost30.09.812.59.832.18Value added tax (VAT)19.13.127.15.035.2
Total 240.544.5191.947.2283.6Based on this new budget, the El Domo Project is scheduled to be in production by July 1st, 2027, representing a six-month delay from the previous estimate of early-2027.Progress Achieved in 2025:2025 has been a productive year, as we focused on construction Package #1: including Site preparation, Roads, Non-contactWater Channels, TSF, Saprolite Waste Dump ("SWD"), and proceeded with other packages. During the year, we established a new project construction team, while overcoming an exceptionally heavy and long rainy season that lasted well into June, working with different communities and government agencies to ensure a sound working environment. Through the hard work of our local team, CRCC 14 and other contractors, along with the support of communities and government authorities, the Company made significant progress at the Project.Spent $44.5 million in 2025, representing approximately 16% of the total new budget.Successfully cleared 1,040 of the total 1,109 archaeological units, completing archaeological clearance in full compliance with permit conditions to start earth-moving activities.Over 2.6 million cubic metres of material were moved (including topsoil, saprolite and andesite material) for site preparation of Process plant, roads, TSF, SWD, and other site preparation.Built 8.1 km of internal haul roads, providing comprehensive access across the site, and upgraded and repaired 23.1 km of external roads, allowing 40-feet haul truck access. Additionally, 2.1 km of non-contact water channels were excavated as part of a robust water management system.Completed and commissioned the Construction Camp with a capacity of over 600 beds.Blasted at an on-site quarry and from Process plant Site Preparation to generate fresh non-acid generating rock for roads and the construction of the starter dam of the TSF, plus laid the foundation for a 5000 square metre ROM Ore Shed, which will serve as a warehouse initially during the construction period.Yantai Jinpeng Mining Machinery Co.,Ltd has finalized the detailed process flowsheet, equipment selection and cost estimates for the processing plant construction and equipment. The improved process flowsheet introduced a standalone sequential flotation of copper-gold into copper concentrates first; all other parts of the flowsheet follow the previous design. The new metallurgical recovery test results for the sequential flotation of copper-gold into copper concentrates first show a 5.4% increase in copper recovery and a 6.2% increase in gold recovery, enhancing the Project's projected economics.Ordered most of the long-lead time major equipment for the process plant and Diesel Power Generator Sets providing backup power for the entire site; paid a down payment of $7.2 million towards a total contract price of $16.9 million.Continuously engaged with different communities and stakeholders for support.Built an effective, integrated construction team, collaborating among team members at the El Domo construction site, Quito, Vancouver and Beijing.Strong and improving safety culture and management at site, with more than 960,000 hours worked with no major incidents.Implemented and complied with the Environmental Management Plan during construction activities.Bidding for the Package #2 - Open Pit Mining and StrippingAfter a competitive bidding process and several months of negotiation, the Company is expected to execute the mining contract for the construction and operation of the Project with China Railway 19th Bureau Group Co., Ltd. ("CRCC 19") on a "Unit Cost" basis, that is, the cost of drilling, blasting, hauling and dumping or compacting each cubic metre of rock over a certain distance. The fixed unit rate contract is structured into two primary phases: 1) the Construction Phase, valued at $35 million for mining and stripping, includes pre-stripping activities such as earthworks, rock stripping, and by-product ore mining; and 2) the Operations Phase, valued at approximately $63 million over the subsequent five years, covers annual mining and stripping of ore and waste rock. In addition, the contract includes the construction and management of the multi-stage raising of the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) dam ($8 million). CRCC19 has a regional headquarter in Quito with over ten years operating experience in Ecuador building a large open pit copper-gold mine and ongoing mining and stripping. In advance of executing the contract CRCC 19 began mobilizing personnel to the El Domo site in January 2026 and equipment mobilization will begin this month.Package #3 - Processing plant construction and equipment Yantai Jinpeng Mining Machinery Co.,Ltd is expected to complete the detailed engineering design of the processing plant based on the new flowsheet by early April 2026. This will serve as the cost base to initiate the bidding process for construction. With most equipment already ordered, the primary budget variables for Package #3 would be the construction cost and materialsPackages #4 - External Powerline and standby diesel generatorsThe total distance of the external powerline is 61.3 km. The northern section (27.5 km) and three substations, with a $10.15 million budget, have been awarded to two Ecuadorian contractors last September, but only recently received the approval by CNEL required before construction can be started. The southern part (33.8 km) is pending the completion of detailed engineering design. The powerline is expected to be completed in 2027. As a backup plan, the company has ordered 14MW of diesel generator sets which will be delivered to site by December 2026 for installation. This mitigation plan will ensure power is available for commissioning of the process plant in July 2027, regardless of the External Powerline status.Qualified PersonGuoliang Ma, P. Geo., Manager of Exploration and Resource of the Company, is the Qualified Person for Silvercorp for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (''NI 43-101'') and has reviewed and approved the technical information contained in this news release.About Silvercorp Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cash flow from long life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) long term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.For further informationSilvercorp Metals Inc.
Lon Shaver
President
Phone: (604) 669-9397
Toll Free 1(888) 224-1881
Email: investor@silvercorp.ca
Website: www.silvercorpmetals.comCAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER - FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis news release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to, among other things statements regarding the recovery of the VAT as a tax credit, the construction schedule, duration, and costs for the development of the Project, date which the Project is scheduled to be in production; timing of execution of mining contract and mobilization of personnel and equipment to the Project, timing of completion of detailed engineering design, delivery of diesel generators, and completion of powerline. By their very nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information may in some cases be identified by words such as "will", "anticipates", "expects", "intends" and similar expressions suggesting future events or future performance.We caution that all forward-looking information is inherently subject to change and uncertainty and that actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. A number of risks, uncertainties and other factors, including fluctuating commodity prices; recent market events and condition; activities of anti-mining groups; estimation of mineral resources, mineral reserves and mineralization and metal recovery; interpretations and assumptions of mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; exploration and development programs; climate change; economic factors affecting the Company; timing, estimated amount, capital and operating expenditures and economic returns of future production; integration of future acquisitions into existing operations; permits and licences for mining and exploration in China; title to properties; non-controlling interest shareholders; acquisition of commercially mineable mineral rights; financing; competition; operations and political conditions; regulatory environment in Ecuador and China; regulatory environment and political climate in Bolivia and Ecuador; integration and operations of Adventus; environmental risks; natural disasters; dependence on management and key personnel; foreign exchange rate fluctuations; insurance; risks and hazards of mining operations; conflicts of interest; internal control over financial reporting as per the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act; outcome of current or future litigation or regulatory actions; bringing actions and enforcing judgments under U.S. securities laws; cyber-security risks; public health crises; the Company's investment in New Pacific Metals Corp. and Tincorp Metals Inc.; and the other risk factors described in the Company's Annual Information Form and other filings with Canadian and U.S. regulators on www.sedarplus.ca and www.sec.gov; could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information or could cause our current objectives, strategies and intentions to change. Accordingly, we warn investors to exercise caution when considering statements containing forward-looking information and that it would be unreasonable to rely on such statements as creating legal rights regarding our future results or plans. We cannot guarantee that any forward-looking information will materialize and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on this forward-looking information. Any forward-looking information contained in this news release represents expectations as of the date of this news release and is subject to change after such date. However, we are under no obligation (and we expressly disclaim any such obligation) to update or alter any statements containing forward-looking information, the factors or assumptions underlying them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. All of the forward-looking information in this news release is qualified by the cautionary statements herein.A comprehensive discussion of other risks that impact Silvercorp can also be found in their public reports and filings which are available under its profile at www.sedarplus.ca.
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