# Heliostar Metals - Q1 Earnings Recap: Record Gold Production and Mine Operating Earnings, $70 Million Working Capital

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Published: 2026-05-13T16:20:12+00:00
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## Resource

In this Company Update, I sit down with Charles Funk, President and CEO of Heliostar Metals (TSX.V: HSTR | OTCQX: HSTXF), to focus on the Q1 2026 earnings released yesterday. Charles provides a deep dive into the company's operations, record gold production, and the roadmap for its flagship Ana Paula project. Key Discussion Points: Record-Breaking Q1 Financials: An overview of the record gold production and mine operating earnings reported on May 12. Growth at San Agustin and La Colorada: A breakdown of how restarting production and implementing innovative leaching techniques have driven down costs while increasing output. The High-Grade Opportunity at Ana Paula: Discussion on the latest drill results and the management reorganization designed to fast-track this project toward becoming a major Mexican gold mine. Strategic Acquisition of Goldstrike: Insight into how the recent Goldstrike acquisition fits into the broader portfolio and the company's dual pathway for monetizing or developing this asset. Financial Position and Growth Outlook: A look at Heliostar's robust working capital and how the company is balancing aggressive exploration with cash preservation. Please email me at Fleck@kereport.com with any follow up questions for the team at Heliostar Metals. Click here to visit the Heliostar Metals website to learn more about the Company - https://www.heliostarmetals.com/ ----------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any se…

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