NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC. (NG) Q3 2025 Financial Results Summary

October 1, 2025 – Vancouver, British Columbia – NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC. (“NOVAGOLD” or the “Company”) has filed its third quarter report for the fiscal year 2025, highlighting various financial metrics and operational updates regarding its significant project, Donlin Gold.

Financial Highlights for Q3 2025

• Cash and Cash Equivalents:

• Ended Q3 with approximately $125 million in cash and term deposits, representing an increase of 18.4% compared to $105.6 million as of August 31, 2024.

• Net Cash Expenditures:

• Reported net cash expenditures of $9 million for the quarter, which includes $8.1 million funding the Donlin Gold project and $0.9 million in corporate costs. This reflects a significant increase in expenditures related to project ramp-up and exploration activities compared to the previous year.

• Earnings:

• Net loss for the third quarter was $15.6 million, translating to an earnings per share (EPS) of ($0.04). This EPS reflects a change from the prior year, as NOVAGOLD is a development-stage company with no revenue from mining operations.

• Total Assets:

• Reported total assets for the quarter of $345.4 million, an increase from $114.7 million as of August 31, 2024.

• Total Liabilities:

• Total liabilities stood at $168.3 million, an increase from $152.5 million in the same quarter of the prior year.

Operational Updates

• Acquisition of Donlin Gold:
• Successfully completed the $1 billion acquisition of Barrick Mining’s 50% stake in Donlin Gold on June 3, 2025, increasing NOVAGOLD’s ownership to 60%.

• This acquisition was funded by proceeds from a public offering that raised $195.2 million, along with a concurrent private placement of $64.4 million.

• Exploration Activities:

• A new 18,454-meter drill program was completed, confirming significant mineralization, with standout intervals of gold grades up to 23.49 g/t.

• Strategic Planning:

• Issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) with plans to award the contract to qualified engineering firms by year-end.

Community and Environmental Engagement

• Continued to strengthen relationships with local communities by engaging in cultural initiatives, educational programs, and environmental restoration efforts to support local economic development.

• Advanced aquatic habitat restoration projects in Snow Gulch, historically impacted by placer mining.

Financial Activities

• Share Repurchase and Dividend:
• There were no indications of share repurchases or declared dividends in this quarter report.

Outlook

• As NOVAGOLD navigates through its increased funding obligations, a projected $43 million budget for Donlin Gold is maintained, with specific funding responsibilities increasing to $24 million for 2025.

• Upcoming milestones include further results from the drill program and commencing critical BFS work shortly after the contract award.

• The completion of recent acquisitions and partnerships is expected to bolster the project’s value, as NOVAGOLD continues to engage proactively with stakeholders and the government to advance Donlin Gold development effectively.

This summary encapsulates the financial performance and operational updates from NOVAGOLD as of Q3 2025, including vital metrics that indicate the company’s strategic direction and development progress for its key asset, the Donlin Gold project.

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