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MDU Resources Group, Inc. $MDU Shares Acquired by Bessemer Group Inc.
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Posted by Defense World Staff on Jul 21st, 2026

Bessemer Group Inc. lifted its holdings in MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE:MDU – Free Report) by 47.0% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 285,186 shares of the utilities provider’s stock after buying an additional 91,140 shares during the quarter. Bessemer Group Inc. owned 0.14% of MDU Resources Group worth $5,909,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Vanguard Group Inc. lifted its holdings in MDU Resources Group by 2.5% in the fourth quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 23,828,483 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $465,132,000 after acquiring an additional 571,015 shares during the period. Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC grew its stake in shares of MDU Resources Group by 41.3% during the 4th quarter. Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC now owns 12,894,945 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $251,709,000 after purchasing an additional 3,766,737 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its holdings in shares of MDU Resources Group by 2.7% in the 4th quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 10,031,797 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $195,824,000 after purchasing an additional 267,700 shares in the last quarter. Earnest Partners LLC increased its holdings in shares of MDU Resources Group by 678.2% in the 4th quarter. Earnest Partners LLC now owns 9,946,196 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $194,150,000 after purchasing an additional 8,668,137 shares in the last quarter. Finally, State Street Corp lifted its stake in shares of MDU Resources Group by 4.1% in the fourth quarter. State Street Corp now owns 7,121,385 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $139,991,000 after purchasing an additional 281,025 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 71.44% of the company’s stock.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In MDU has been the topic of a number of research analyst reports. JPMorgan Chase & Co. initiated coverage on shares of MDU Resources Group in a report on Thursday, April 16th. They set a “neutral” rating and a $22.00 price objective on the stock. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “hold (c)” rating on shares of MDU Resources Group in a report on Wednesday, July 8th. Wells Fargo & Company began coverage on shares of MDU Resources Group in a research report on Monday, July 13th. They set an “overweight” rating and a $25.00 price target for the company. Finally, TD Cowen boosted their price target on MDU Resources Group to $22.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research note on Friday, May 15th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and five have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $22.40.

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MDU Resources Group Trading Down 1.4% NYSE:MDU opened at $20.85 on Tuesday. The company has a market capitalization of $4.27 billion, a PE ratio of 22.66, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.91 and a beta of 0.67. The company has a quick ratio of 0.75, a current ratio of 0.78 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82. MDU Resources Group, Inc. has a 52-week low of $15.76 and a 52-week high of $22.98. The stock has a fifty day simple moving average of $21.37 and a 200-day simple moving average of $21.06.

MDU Resources Group (NYSE:MDU – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Thursday, May 7th. The utilities provider reported $0.39 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.42 by ($0.03). The business had revenue of $605.98 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $688.34 million. MDU Resources Group had a net margin of 10.47% and a return on equity of 6.82%. The business’s revenue was down 10.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.40 earnings per share. MDU Resources Group has set its FY 2026 guidance at 0.930-1.000 EPS. On average, equities research analysts expect that MDU Resources Group, Inc. will post 0.98 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

MDU Resources Group Announces Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, July 1st. Investors of record on Thursday, June 11th were given a dividend of $0.14 per share. This represents a $0.56 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.7%. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, June 11th. MDU Resources Group’s payout ratio is currently 60.87%.

About MDU Resources Group (Free Report)

MDU Resources Group, Inc is a diversified energy and services holding company headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. The company operates through two primary segments: Utilities and Construction Services and Pipelines & Midstream. Serving a broad geographic footprint across the upper Midwest and Pacific Northwest, MDU provides essential energy distribution and infrastructure services to residential, commercial and industrial customers.

The Utilities segment delivers electric and natural gas distribution services in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Kansas, Wisconsin, Michigan and Washington.

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MDU Resources to Webcast Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call
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, /PRNewswire/ -- MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) will webcast its second quarter 2026 earnings conference call at 2 p.m. ET Aug. 6. The company will release its second quarter results before U.S. financial markets open that day.

The webcast can be accessed at www.mdu.com under the "Investors" heading. Select "Events & Presentations," and click "Q2 2026 Earnings Conference Call." Following the webcast, a replay will be available at the same location.

About MDU Resources

MDU Resources Group Inc., a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, delivers safe, reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible electric utility and natural gas distribution services to more than 1.2 million customers across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. In addition to its utility operations, the company's pipeline business operates a more than 3,800-mile natural gas pipeline network and storage system, ensuring reliable energy delivery across the Northern Plains. With a legacy spanning over a century, MDU Resources remains focused on energizing lives for a better tomorrow. For more information about MDU Resources, visit www.mdu.com or contact the investor relations department at [email protected].

Investor Contact: Brent Miller, treasurer, 701-530-1730
Media Contact: Byron Pfordte, director of integrated communications, 208-377-6050

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2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
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MDU Resources Group (NYSE:MDU) Share Price Crosses Above 200-Day Moving Average – What’s Next?
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MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU - Get Free Report)'s stock price crossed above its 200-day moving average during trading on Wednesday. The stock has a 200-day moving average of $19.67 and traded as high as $20.75. MDU Resources Group shares last traded at $20.5550, with a volume of 1,976,891 shares trading hands. Analyst Upgrades
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2026-03-30 04:21 3mo ago
Montage Gold announces grade control results and resource increase for its Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits at its Koné Project
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174,000 meters of exploration and grade control drilling conducted in 2025, with 36% directed towards the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits, in addition to delineating new higher-grade satellites 59,873m of grade control and exploration drilling completed on the Koné deposit in 2025, increasing the total drilling conducted on the deposit to 171,050m compared to 100,249m prior to the 2024 Updated Feasibility Study (“UFS”)7,292m of infill drilling and exploration drilling completed on the Gbongogo Main deposit since the beginning of 2025, increasing the total drilling conducted on the deposit to 32,002m compared to 18,276m prior to the 2024 UFS In-fill and step-out drilling at the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits resulted in better definition of higher-grade areas while improving the continuity and extension of the mineralization: Koné deposit M&I Resources increased by 142koz to 4.63Moz while grade increased by 21% to 0.69 g/t Au and Inferred Resources increased by 749koz to 1.26Moz while grade increased by 21% to 0.52 g/t Au, over last year; Koné deposit maiden Measured Resources of 229koz at 0.83 g/t Au demonstrates higher resource confidence levelGbongogo Main deposit Indicated Resources increased by 223koz to 783koz while grade increased by 3% to 1.51 g/t Au and Inferred Resources increased by 39koz to 41koz while grade increased by 21% to 1.08 g/t Au, over last year Koné project overall M&I Resources increased by 671koz to 5.88Moz while the grade increased by 24% to 0.77 g/t Au and Inferred Resources increased by 782koz to 1.56Moz while the grade increased by 7% to 0.58 g/t Au, over last year, inclusive of resources for additional satellites published last year Indicated and Inferred Resources for higher grade satellite deposits now stand at 1.25Moz at 1.34 g/t Au and 303koz at 1.07 g/t Au, respectively, highlighting the effectiveness of the exploration programmeUpdated resources for satellite deposits, including Gbongogo South, Koban North, ANV, Yere North, Lokolo Main, Sena and Diouma North are expected to be published in the coming weeks, while maiden resources for new discoveries, such as Petit Yao and Soman 1 & 2, are expected to be published over the course of 2026Exploration remains a strong focus at the Koné project with a 90,000-meter drill programme launched in early 2026Koné project construction continues to rapidly advance on-budget and ahead of schedule with a first gold pour through the oxide circuit anticipated in late Q4-2026 ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Montage Gold Corp. (“Montage” or the “Company”) (TSX: MAU, OTCQX: MAUTF) is pleased to report an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) for its Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits, at the Company’s flagship Koné project, located in Côte d’Ivoire, where construction continues to rapidly advance on-budget and ahead of schedule with first gold pour anticipated through the oxide circuit in late Q4-2026.

A total of 174,000 meters of exploration, advance grade control and grade control drilling were conducted in 2025, with 36% directed towards the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits, in addition to delineating new higher-grade satellite deposits. A total of 59,873 meters of grade control and exploration drilling was completed on the Koné deposit in 2025, increasing the cumulative drilling to 171,050 meters, compared to 100,249 meters prior to the 2024 Updated Feasibility Study (“UFS”). At the Gbongogo Main deposit, 7,292 meters of grade control and exploration drilling have been completed since the beginning of 2025, bringing total drilling to 32,002 meters, compared to 18,276 prior to the 2024 UFS. In-fill and step-out drilling at the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits, and application of Ordinary Kriging methodology, have enabled better definition of higher-grade zones, improved mineralization continuity, and extended the overall mineralized envelopes.

As shown in Table 1 below, the Koné deposit Measured and Indicated (“M&I”) Resources increased by 142koz to 4.63Moz, with grade increasing by 21% to 0.69 g/t Au, while Inferred Resources increased by 749koz to 1.26Moz, with grade increasing by 21% to 0.52 g/t Au, compared to last year. Furthermore, the Koné deposit maiden Measured Resource of 229koz at 0.83 g/t Au demonstrates a higher level of resource confidence. At the Gbongogo Main deposit, Indicated Resources increased by 223koz to 783koz, with grade increasing by 3% to 1.51 g/t Au, while Inferred Resources increased by 39koz to 41koz, with grade increasing by 21% to 1.08 g/t Au, compared to last year.

The updated MRE for the Koné project’s (“Updated MRE”) overall M&I Resources increased by 671koz to 5.88Moz, with grade increasing by 24% to 0.77 g/t Au, while Inferred Resources increased by 782koz to 1.56Moz, with grade increasing by 7% to 0.58 g/t Au, compared to last year, inclusive of resources for additional satellite deposits published last year. Moreover, Indicated and Inferred Resources for higher-grade satellite deposits now stand at 1.25Moz at 1.34 g/t Au and 303koz at 1.07 g/t Au, respectively, highlighting the effectiveness of the exploration programme.

Updated resources for satellite deposits, including Gbongogo South, Koban North, ANV, Yere North, Lokolo Main, Sena and Diouma North, are expected to be published in the coming weeks, while maiden resources for new discoveries such as Petit Yao and Soman 1 & 2 are expected to be released throughout the year, following the completion of phased exploration programmes. Exploration remains a strong focus at the Koné project, with a 90,000-meter drill programme launched in early 2026, supporting the continued expansion of the resource base.

Table 1: Koné project Mineral Resource Estimate variance year-over-year PREVIOUS MRE1
(Published April 2025) UPDATED MRE2
(Published March 2026) YoYResources shown on a 100% basis TonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent Variance(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Koné deposit         Measured--- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated2450.574,490 2000.684,404 (86)Measured & Indicated 245 0.57 4,490   209 0.69 4,632  +142  Inferred 37 0.43 510   75 0.52 1,259  +749  Satellite deposits (incl. Gbongogo Main)Measured--- --- - Indicated161.38720 291.341,249 +529 Measured & Indicated 16 1.38 720   29 1.34 1,249  +529  Inferred 8.4 1.00 270   8.8 1.07 303  +33  Total Koné project         Measured--- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated2610.625,210 2290.775,652 +442 Measured & Indicated 261 0.62 5,210   238 0.77 5,881  +671  Inferred 45 0.54 780   84 0.58 1,562  +782 1) Previous MRE as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated April 8, 2025, available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) Updated MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated MRE for the Koné deposit (“Updated Koné MRE”) has an effective date of December 31, 2025, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and the updated MRE for the Gbongogo Main deposit (“Updated Gbongogo Main MRE”) has an effective date of March 3, 2026, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.50 g/t Au. The Updated Koné MRE and Updated Gbongogo Main MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed and approved by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE and the Updated Gbongogo Main MRE are constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated MRE accounts for a change in the constrained optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce on the Gbongogo South and Koban North deposits (as previously published on July 21, 2025) and the ANV deposit (as previously published on November 6, 2025). All other deposits are unchanged from the previous mineral resource estimate disclosed on April 8, 2025, and all previous estimates are available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See Table A1 in Appendix A and “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
The Company expects to publish an updated life of mine plan (“LOM”) later this year to incorporate the updated MRE for the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits, along with the addition of several higher-grade satellite deposits. In addition, the LOM is expected to reflect other value enhancement initiatives such as the addition of the oxide circuit, the process plant design enhancements previously announced, and the previously announced shift to an owner-operated mining model.

Martino De Ciccio, Chief Executive Officer of Montage, commented: “We are pleased with our continued progress to unlock exploration value at the Koné project, where construction remains on-budget and ahead of schedule with the first gold pour expected in late Q4-2026 through the oxide circuit.

The updated Mineral Resource Estimate published today for the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits further enhances the quality of the project. Moreover, the extensive 56,000-meter grade control programme, which represents approximately the first 18 months of production from the Koné deposit and covers a significant portion of oxide mineralisation, further derisks our production start-up.

We are also pleased to be executing against our goal of discovering high grade satellites with the aim of supplementing production from the onset. Over the coming weeks, we expect to publish updated resource estimates for other satellite deposits, including Gbongogo South, Koban North, ANV, Yere North, Lokolo Main, Sena and Diouma North, while we also expect the ongoing 90,000-meter drill programme to yield maiden resources for new targets such as Petit Yao and Soman 1 & 2. This exploration success builds on the momentum generated thus far as we continue on our journey of creating a premier multi-asset African gold producer and unlocking value for all stakeholders.”

Silvia Bottero, EVP Exploration of Montage commented: “We continue to be very excited about the exploration potential at our Koné project, in Côte d’Ivoire, driven by the ongoing success of our exploration programme. Our 2025 programme focused on three parallel tracks: infill and step-out drilling of previously delineated deposits, advancing targets toward maiden resource status, and testing new targets through regional scout drilling. As a result, we have improved the quality, grade, and size of the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits while increasing its confidence, expanded the other higher-grade satellite deposits, and generated new targets for which we expect to publish maiden resources this year.

The grade control programme, with tighter drill spacing, has delivered significant improvements in the definition of higher-grade shoots, including structures not evident in the broader resource drilling dataset. This has enhanced our understanding of grade continuity and will support more accurate production forecasting with improved control over mining dilution. In addition, mineralized extensions continue to highlight the upside potential of both deposits.

We have also made strong progress in expanding resources for the other higher-grade satellites and look forward to publishing updated resources in the coming weeks. Exploration remains a key focus, with a 90,000-meter programme underway in 2026, aimed at further growing known deposits and delineating maiden resources across new targets.

I would like to thank our exploration teams for their continued dedication and commitment. Their efforts reflect the strength of our team, and we look forward to unlocking further value together for all our stakeholders.”

KONÉ PROJECT MINERAL RESOURCE UPDATE

Table 2 below presents the evolution of the MRE for the Koné project, following the publication of the 2024 Updated Feasibility Study (“UFS”).

In April 2025, the Company published an increase in the MRE on the Koné deposit, as well as initial maiden MREs for 7 new deposits (Gbongogo South, Koban North, ANV, Lokolo Main, Yeré North, Sena, and Diouma North) with all deposits remaining open, given that they are data constrained, as the focus was to outline only a portion of the orebodies to assess the grade profiles in order to prioritize 2025 drill efforts.In July 2025, the Company published an increase in the MREs for both the Gbongogo South and Koban North deposits, with a high rate of conversion from Inferred to Indicated Resources exhibited. It was noted that both deposits were expected to continue to grow given the ongoing drill programme and that certain drill results were not yet incorporated into the then published MREs.In November 2025, the Company published an updated MRE for the ANV deposit where both Indicated and Inferred Resources increased. In addition, the Company indicated that exploration results in the vicinity of the ANV deposit demonstrate its upside, as it remains open down dip and along strike, with further potential across parallel lineaments within 150 meters of the existing deposit.Today’s published Updated MRE includes updates for the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits, as described in the below section, along with minor changes to the Gbongogo South, Koban North and ANV deposit to align optimized pit shell parameters using a gold price of US$2,500/oz. Table 2: Koné project Mineral Resource Estimate variance since publication of the UFS Measured & Indicated  InferredResources shown onTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContenta 100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz)        2024 UFS MRE as published on January 16, 20241Koné deposit2290.594,340 250.50400Gbongogo Main deposit111.47520 ---Other satellite deposits--- ---Total2400.634,860 250.50400        MRE as published on April 8, 20252Koné deposit2450.574,490 370.43510Gbongogo Main deposit121.46560 0.10.892.0Other satellite deposits4.21.17160 8.41.00270Total2610.625,210 450.54780        MRE as published on July 21, 20253Koné deposit2450.574,490 370.43510Gbongogo Main deposit121.46560 0.10.892.0Other satellite deposits9.81.15364 4.01.07138Total2670.635,414 410.49650        MRE as published on November 6, 20264Koné deposit2450.574,490 370.43510Gbongogo Main deposit121.46560 0.10.892.0Other satellite deposits121.13436 5.41.10192Total2690.635,486 430.51704        MRE as published March 30, 20265Koné deposit2090.694,632 750.521,259Gbongogo Main deposit161.51783 1.21.0841Other satellite deposits131.12466 7.61.07262Total 238 0.77 5,881  840.581,5621) Updated Feasibility Study available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) 2024 MRE as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated April 8, 2025. 3) MRE update as disclosed in the Company’s press releases dated July 21, 2025, which includes MRE updates to the Gbongogo South and Koban North deposits. 4) MRE update for the ANV deposit as disclosed in the Company’s press releases dated November 6, 2025. 5) See Note 2 on Table 1 and “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
Table 3 below presents the year-over-year evolution of the MRE for the Koné project. The Koné project’s overall M&I Resources increased by 671koz to 5.88Moz, with grade increasing by 24% to 0.77 g/t Au, while the Inferred Resource increased by 782koz to 1.56Moz, with grade increasing by 7% to 0.58 g/t Au, compared to last year, inclusive of resources for additional satellite deposits published last year. Moreover, Indicated and Inferred Resources for higher-grade satellite deposits now stand at 1.25Moz at 1.34 g/t Au and 303koz at 1.07 g/t Au, respectively, highlighting the effectiveness of the exploration programme.

The grade control (“GC”) and advanced grade control (“AGC”) drilling programmes have significantly enhanced grade distribution resolution relative to the Previous MRE whilst providing greater definition of the continuity of mineralised envelopes across the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits. Additionally, the transition from a Multiple Indicator Kriging (“MIK”) estimation model to Ordinary Kriging (“OK”) for the Koné and Gbongogo Main deposits enabled improved resolution in the modelling of individual mineralisation packages and vein sets. As a result, the Company has defined higher-grade zones within both deposits and expects improved controls on mine dilution, and stronger predictability for production planning, with significant coverage of oxide mineralisation. The tighter drill spacing has also led to an inaugural Measured Resource for the Koné deposit, demonstrating a higher level of resource confidence. The significant increase in Inferred Resources at the Koné deposit reflects the delineation of mineralised extensions identified towards the southeast and southwest extents of the Koné deposit, which remain open.

Table 3: Koné project Mineral Resource Estimate variance year-over-year PREVIOUS MRE1
(Published April 2025) UPDATED MRE2
(Published March 2026) YOY
VARIANCE

Resources shownTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent on a 100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Koné deposit         Measured--- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated2450.574,490 2000.684,404 (86)Measured & Indicated 245 0.57 4,490   209 0.69 4,632  +142  Inferred370.43510 750.521,259 +749 Gbongogo Main deposit         Measured--- --- - Indicated121.46560 161.51783 +223 Measured & Indicated 12 1.46 560   16 1.51 783  +223  Inferred0.10.892.0 1.21.0841 +39 Other satellite depositsMeasured--- --- - Indicated4.21.17160 131.12466 +306 Measured & Indicated 4.2 1.17 160  13 1.12 466  +306 Inferred8.41.00269 7.61.07262 (7)Sub-total satellite depositsMeasured--- --- - Indicated161.38720 291.341,249 +529 Measured & Indicated 16 1.38 720   29 1.34 1,249  +529  Inferred8.41.00270 8.81.07303 +33 Total         Measured--- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated2610.625,210 2290.775,652 +445 Measured & Indicated 261 0.62 5,210   238 0.77 5,881  +671  Inferred450.54780 840.581,562 +782 1) Previous MRE as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated April 8, 2025, available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) See Note 2 on Table 1, Table A1 in Appendix A and “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
Table 4 below presents the evolution of the MRE for the Koné project since the UFS published on January 16, 2024. M&I Resources for the Koné project have increased by 1.02Moz to 5.88Moz at 0.77 g/t Au, representing a 22% increase in grade and 21% increase in ounces. Inferred Resources have increased by 1.16Moz to 1.56Moz at 0.58 g/t, representing a 16% increase in grade and 290% increase in ounces.

Table 4: Koné project Mineral Resource Estimate variance as compared to the UFS 2024 UPDATED FEASIBILITY STUDY1
(Published January 2024) UPDATED MRE2
(Published March 2026)  Resources shownTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent Varianceon a 100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Koné deposit         Measured--- 8.60.83229 +229Indicated2290.594,340 2000.684,404 +64Measured & Indicated2290.594,340 2090.694,632 +292Inferred250.50400 750.521,259 +859Gbongogo Main deposit         Measured--- --- -Indicated 11 1.47 520   16 1.51 783  +263 Measured & Indicated111.47520 161.51783 +263Inferred--- 1.21.0841 +41Other satellite depositsMeasured--- --- -Indicated--- 131.12466 +466Measured & Indicated - - -   13 1.12 466  +466 Inferred--- 7.61.07262 +262Total         Measured--- 8.60.83229 +229Indicated2400.634,860 2290.775,652 +792Measured & Indicated2400.634,860 2380.775,881 +1,021Inferred250.50400 840.581,562 +1,1621) Updated Feasibility Study available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) See Note 2 on Table 1, Table A2 in Appendix A and “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
KONÉ DEPOSIT DRILLING PROGRAMME

Advanced Grade Control, Grade Control and Resource Drilling Programmes
As shown in Table 5, a total of 59,873 meters were drilled in 2025, incorporating 56,487 meters of GC and AGC drilling data covering approximately the first 18 months of production from the Koné deposit, and a further 3,386 meters of resource drilling. Following the 2025 programme, the total amount of meters drilled at the Koné deposit now stands at 171,050 meters, incorporating 114,563 meters of resource drilling and 56,487 meters of GC and AGC drilling compared to 100,249 meters of resource drilling supporting the 2024 UFS.

Table 5: Koné deposit drill statistics  2025 PROGRAMME CUMULATIVE TOTAL DRILLING  HolesMeterage HolesMeterage  (#)(m) (#)(m)ProgrammeDrill Type     AGC │ 50m/25mRC9210,587 9210,587AGC │ 25m/25mRC976,710 976,710AGC Total 18917,297 18917,297GC │ 12.5m/12.5mRC1,17739,190 1,17739,190Programme Sub-Total 1,36656,487 1,36656,487Resource Drilling
AC-- 974,053RC151,399 35447,898RD -- 72,530DD41,987 15360,082Programme Sub-Total 193,386 611114,563Programme Total 1,38559,873 1,977171,050
All the assays from the 2025 programme have now been successfully obtained and integrated into the geological and resource models, as follows:

AGC drilling consisted of 189 reverse circulation (“RC”) drill holes totalling 17,297 meters, conducted on a 50 x 25 meter centred grid followed by a 25 x 25 meter grid. The objective of the AGC programme was to improve the geological model and develop greater resolution of the continuity of mineralisation across the Koné deposit, with drill holes generally deeper than GC holes.GC drilling consisted of 1,177 RC holes at an average depth of 33 meters, for a total of 39,190 meters, with the core objective targeting a robust definition of grade continuity and structural controls on the Koné deposit.Resource drilling consisted of 15 RC holes for a total of 1,399 meters and 4 diamond drill (“DD”) holes for a total of 1,987 meters, for a total of 19 holes totalling 3,386 meters, aiming to extend the extent of mineralisation towards the southeast and southwest of the deposit, respectively. The assayed results have significantly increased confidence in the grade distribution and structural controls of the Koné deposit. The gold mineralisation continuity informs an improved understanding of the mineralisation to support mining activities, whilst also demonstrating the extension potential of the deposit to the southwest, southeast and at depth. Best intercepts across the 2025 resource drilling, AGC and GC programmes are shown in Figure 1 below.

Figure 1: Koné deposit drilling highlighting resource drilling, Grade Control and Advanced Grade Control best intercepts

Koné deposit geology and structural interpretation
The Koné deposit is hosted within a north-south trending package of diorite intrusions which have been emplaced by multiple intrusive pulses during the later stages of the Eburnean orogeny (2,200 to 2,100 Ma). The diorite package at the Koné deposit has been identified up to 330 meters in true thickness, whilst extending over a 2.5 km strike length and currently defined to a depth > 500 meters. The diorite package has intruded into the contact zone between two different sequences of mafic volcaniclastic rocks which form the hanging wall and footwall of the deposit, as demonstrated in Figure 2 below.

Gold mineralisation is associated with quartz, quartz-carbonate and sulphide veins of various thicknesses, as well as finely disseminated pyrite and biotite alteration within the diorite intrusions.

Figure 2: Koné deposit structural analysis with schematic interpretation of strain controls

Mineralisation is interpreted to have primarily been controlled by a thrust-shear at the footwall of the diorite package. All the lithologies and primary mineralised veins have latterly been affected by high strain and fold-related deformations events, which consequently thickened the diorite sequence and redistributed the gold mineralisation. At a deposit scale the geometry of the orebody is that of an asymmetric synform yielding a steeply west-dipping axial plane and a pronounced plunge to the southwest.

Early observations of the Koné deposit highlight tight, isoclinal folding and high strain deformation features. The GC and AGC programmes have successfully validated these geological observations on a deposit-wide scale and have demonstrated that the structural complexity plays a vital role in controlling higher-grade mineralisation, enabling a robust understanding of spatial gold grade distribution.

Resource drilling programme results
Building on the successful GC and AGC drilling results, the Company continues to identify mineralisation extensions to the Koné deposit. Downdip and along strike extensions of the Koné deposit to the southwest, as well as recently identified at-surface oxide mineralisation extensions to the southeast were a focus of further evaluation in 2025.

Four DD holes totalling 1,987 meters were drilled in 2025 at a 100-meter spaced grid down to an approximate vertical depth of 300 meters. The purpose was to confirm the downdip continuity of the mineralization to the southwest of the Koné deposit within the diorite. All four diamond drill holes reveal high mineralization potential associated with increased deformation intensity through refolded veins within footwall volcanoclastic units and folded veinlets in diorite. Pervasive hydrothermal breccia zones, characterized by broken textures and strong feldspar and silica alteration, was consistently logged across all holes, indicating robust hydrothermal fluid flows. Observed zones demonstrating higher gold intercepts plot in the continuity of known higher-grade ore shoots controlled by folding axial planes, as earlier described in Figure 2, which are associated with ductile deformation and fluid pathways. Visible gold was identified in both diorite and volcanoclastic rocks in KONDD007A. Assay results in KONDD006 yield wider and higher-grade intervals, near mafic dykes associated with chalcopyrite, as shown in Figure 3. These results confirm the robust continuity of mineralization within the Koné system, with mineralization remaining open along strike and at depth, supporting further exploration and resource expansion potential.

Concurrently, 1,399 meters were drilled across 15 RC holes towards the southeastern extent of the Koné deposit. Drilling was undertaken on a wide grid spacing to test shallow mineralisation along strike. Drill results showed typical diorite-bearing mineralization with intercepts consistent with grades recorded across the Koné deposit at shallow depths. Further drilling in 2026 intends to confirm the continuity of the mineralisation which is currently outside of the Updated Koné MRE pit shell.

Remodelling and drilling programme results
The results of the GC and AGC programmes have significantly enhanced the grade distribution resolution compared to the UFS resource data as shown in Figure 3 below.

The updated MRE is based on a revised geology-driven modelling approach, integrating structural controls, lithology and grade distribution to define explicit, stationary estimation domains as shown in Figure 4 below. Mineral Resources were estimated using Ordinary Kriging (OK) with dynamic anisotropy, improving the representation of grade continuity and reducing grade smearing relative to the previous modelling methodology Multi Indicator Kriging (MIK).

Figure 3: Koné deposit - 370m RL level plan view of block models

Figure 4: Koné deposit cross section looking northeast

GBONGOGO MAIN DRILLING PROGRAMMES

Advanced Grade Control and Resource Drilling Programmes
As shown in Table 6, the total amount of meters drilled at the Gbongogo Main deposit now stands at 32,002 meters, as compared to the 18,276 meters of drilling prior to the UFS. All of the assays from the recent Gbongogo Main drilling programme have now been successfully obtained and integrated into the geological and resource models, as follows:

AGC drilling consisted of 30 reverse circulation (“RC”) drill holes totalling 2,961 meters, conducted on a 25 x 25 meter grid. The objective of the AGC programme was to improve the geological model and develop greater resolution of the continuity of mineralisation across the Gbongogo Main deposit.Resource drilling consisted of 47 RC holes for a total of 4,331 meters, aiming to control the extent of mineralisation across all directions, as well as down dip. Table 6: Gbongogo Main deposit drill statistics  2025 AND JANUARY 2026 PROGRAMMES CUMULATIVE TOTAL DRILLING  HolesMeterage HolesMeterage  (#)(m) (#)(m)ProgrammeDrill Type     AGC │ 25m/25mRC302,961 434,181Programme Sub-Total 302,961 434,181Resource Drilling
AC-- 19741RC474,331 11211162DD-- 6115,918Programme Sub-Total 474,331 19227,821Programme Total 777,292 23532,002
The Gbongogo Main drill programme has improved the understanding of grade continuity, structural controls and domain geometry, and supported increased confidence in the resource. Best intercepts across the 2025 resource drilling and AGC programmes are shown in Figure 5 below.

Figure 5: Gbongogo Main deposit drilling highlighting resource drilling and advanced grade control best intercepts

Gbongogo Main deposit geology and structural interpretation
The Gbongogo Main deposit is a mesothermal, lithologically constrained gold system, hosted within an approximately 50° north-plunging quartz diorite intrusion. Mineralization is predominantly confined within this intrusive unit, with volcaniclastic sequences forming the hanging wall and footwall. Gold mineralization is associated with quartz veining, shearing and disseminated sulphide (pyrite) alteration, with strong lithological and structural control on grade distribution. The mineralized corridor exhibits a consistent north-plunging geometry, aligned with the regional structural framework of the Senoufo Greenstone Belt, reinforcing geological continuity and predictability of the system.

Figure 6: Gbongogo Main deposit highlighting mineralised diorite body and open extensions at depth

Remodelling and drilling programme results
The results of the Gbongogo Main Drill Programme have significantly enhanced the grade distribution resolution compared to the UFS resource data. The transition from a Multiple Indicator Kriging resource estimation model to Ordinary Kriging modelling has improved local estimation accuracy, ensuring accurate geological continuity of individually modelled veins sets. It is expected that the enhanced geological and resource model will improve controls on mine dilution whilst supporting stronger predictability for production planning.

When comparing Figure 7 to Figure 8 below, the updated model incorporates a refined interpretation of the ore body geometry, resulting in a resource model that better defines higher grade mineralised zones expecting to improve mine planning, ore selectivity and dilution controls.

Figure 7: Gbongogo Main deposit – cross section looking north showing UFS MIK resource block model

Figure 8: Gbongogo Main deposit – cross section looking north showing updated OK resource block model

UPCOMING CATALYSTS

Updated resources for satellite deposits, including Gbongogo South, Koban North, ANV, Yere North, Lokolo Main, Sena and Diouma North are expected to be published in the coming weeks;Maiden Mineral Resource Estimates for new discoveries, such as Petit Yao and Soman 1 & 2, are expected to be published over the course of 2026Further results of the ongoing 2026 exploration programme, comprising 90,000 meters of drilling across the Koné project;Closing of the African Gold transaction in Q2-2026;Drill results from the ongoing 9,000-meter drill programme at the Wendé advanced greenfield property in Q3-2026;Updated life of mine plan for the Koné project in late 2026;First gold pour in late Q4-2026 through the oxide circuit start up. ABOUT MONTAGE GOLD

Montage Gold Corp. (TSX: MAU) is a Canadian-listed company focused on becoming a premier African gold producer, with its flagship Koné project, located in Côte d’Ivoire, at the forefront. Based on the Updated Feasibility Study published in 2024 (the “UFS”), the Koné project has an estimated 16-year mine life and sizeable annual production of +300koz of gold over the first 8 years and is expected to enter production in Q2-2027.

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The scientific and technical contents of this press release have been verified and approved by Silvia Bottero, BSc, MSc, a Qualified Person pursuant to National Instrument 43-101. Mrs. Bottero, EVP Exploration of Montage, is a registered Professional Natural Scientist with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP), a member of the Geological Society of South Africa and a Member of AusIMM.

The Qualified Person for the Updated Koné MRE and the Updated Gbongogo Main MRE is Dr. Gregory Zhang of Snowden Optiro (Australia) who meets the requirements of NI 43-101 and is independent of Montage Gold Corp. Dr. Zhang is a member in good standing of the MAIG and MausIMM and has sufficient relevant experience with the type of mineralization, deposit type, and activity undertaken to qualify as a Qualified Person under NI 43-101.

Dr. Zhang did not directly participate in the fieldwork, but conducted a thorough review of the geological interpretation, drilling database, QA/QC results, and estimation methodology. In addition, he performed an independent peer review of the Koné and Gbongogo Main resource models, including checks on domain construction, variography, estimation parameters, and validation outputs. Dr. Zhang concluded that the resource modelling processes implemented by Montage Gold is consistent with industry best practices and provide a sound basis for classification and reporting of Mineral Resources. Dr. Zhang accepts full professional responsibility for the Updated Koné MRE and the Updated Gbongogo Main MRE presented in this press release.

TECHNICAL DISCLOSURE
Mineral Resource Estimates
Koné deposit – Updated Koné MRE
The Updated Koné MRE has been prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, a full-time employee as Mineral Resource Manager of Montage Gold, and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101. Mr. Wasonga has sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralization and type of deposit under consideration. The estimates were independently reviewed, validated and approved by Dr. Gregory Zhang of Snowden Optiro (Australia), who is a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101 and is independent of Montage Gold.

The Updated Koné MRE has been classified in accordance with the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) Definition Standards and reported in accordance with NI 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and has an effective date of the December 31, 2025.

The Updated Koné MRE incorporates a significantly expanded and validated drilling database, comprising 1,691 RC holes and 153 diamond drill holes, including 57,886 meters of additional RC drilling and 2,431 meters of diamond drilling completed during 2025. This dataset includes grade control, advanced grade control and resource drilling, significantly improving data density, geological confidence and continuity of mineralization across the deposit.

Mineralization at Koné is hosted within a structurally controlled diorite intrusive system, extending over approximately 2.5 km of strike, and subdivided into three principal lodes (1,000, 2,000 and 3,000). Gold mineralization is associated with zones of shearing, foliation and quartz–carbonate–sulphide veining, with higher grades linked to increased deformation intensity and vein density.

The Updated Koné MRE is based on a revised geology-driven modelling approach, replacing the previous single-domain methodology with explicit hard-boundary domains defined by lithology, structure and grade distribution. This approach aims to improve the representation of geological continuity and reduces grade smearing.

Domain MCF (Maptek Computing Framework), a machine learning-assisted domain modelling tool that generates domain boundaries directly from sample data, was used as first indication to support domaining and refine the interpretation of mineralization continuity, orientation and grade trends. This provides a robust statistical framework for defining geologically coherent and stationary estimation domains. In parallel, a numerical geological model was developed in Leapfrog, supporting the interpretation of mineralized trends and structural controls. These outputs were integrated within Maptek Vulcan, together with geological sections, structural interpretations and drillhole data, to construct explicit mineralized wireframes that accurately reflect the geometry and continuity of the system.

Mineral Resources were estimated using Ordinary Kriging (“OK”) applied to composited assay data, with dynamic anisotropy used to align estimation parameters with the geometry of the mineralized system. This represents a transition from the previous Multiple Indicator Kriging (“MIK”) methodology and results in improved grade selectivity and estimation robustness.

The updated model incorporates explicit domaining based on geological interpretation, supported by structural controls and grade continuity analysis, ensuring stationarity within estimation domains and consistency with the geological framework.

Bulk densities of 1.65 t/bcm, 2.55 t/bcm and 2.80 t/bcm were assigned to saprolite, saprock and fresh material, respectively, based on 4,656 immersion density measurements of wax-coated, oven-dried core samples collected by Company personnel. Density values are consistent with previous models, ensuring continuity and comparability of the estimates.

Mineral Resource classification for the Koné deposit has been completed in accordance with CIM Definition Standards (2014) and is based on a combination of drill spacing, geological continuity, and geostatistical parameters, including kriging efficiency (“KE”) and slope of regression (“SoR”) and mining infrastructures.

Measured Resources are defined in areas of high drilling density (typically ≤12.5 meter spacing) with strong geological continuity and high estimation confidence (KE and SoR >0.7), primarily supported by grade control drilling and the production readiness.Indicated Resources are defined in areas drilled at 25–50 meter drill spacing approximately, where continuity is well established and estimation quality is moderate to high and kriging metrics.Inferred Resources are defined in areas of wider drilling (up to 100 meter × 100 meter spacing), with lower confidence in continuity and estimation. Weathering surface was wire-framed representing the base of saprolite and top of fresh rock were interpreted and modelled from drill hole logging were used for density assignment and portioning the estimates by weathering zone. Within the general area of estimated resources, the interpreted base of saprolite averages around 26 meters below surface, and the underlying saprock averages around 11 meters thick with fresh rock occurring at an average depth of around 38 meters.

The previous Multiple Indicator Kriging (“MIK”) approach, which utilized multiple indicator thresholds based on composite grade percentiles and indicator variograms, has been superseded in the Updated Koné MRE by a geology-driven Ordinary Kriging (“OK”) methodology. Gold assay data were composited and analysed on a domain-by-domain basis, with grade capping (top-cutting) applied to limit the influence of high-grade outliers. Capping thresholds were determined through detailed statistical analysis, including review of grade distributions, probability plots and spatial continuity, ensuring a balanced representation of grade within each domain. Domain-specific top-cuts were applied where necessary, with capping values across all mineralized domains ranging from 4.8 g/t to 32.0 g/t Au. These thresholds were selected to limit the influence of isolated high-grade composites while preserving the overall grade distribution and maintaining geological continuity.

All geological modelling components, including data compilation, compositing, domaining, wireframing and block modelling, were completed using Maptek Vulcan. Statistical analysis, including exploratory data analysis and variography, was undertaken using Supervisor software, which was also used for kriging neighbourhood analysis (“KNA”) to optimize estimation parameters.

Model validation included comparisons between estimated block grades and informing composites, supported by detailed visual and statistical checks. These comprised the inspection of sectional plots integrating block model estimates and drillhole data, as well as the analysis of swath plots to assess grade trends and spatial consistency and showed no significant issues.

Optimal pit constraints:
To satisfy the definition of Mineral Resources having reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction, the estimates are constrained within an optimal pit generated from the following key parameters:

Gold price of US$2,500/ozCombined Royalties of 5%Processing recovery of 93%, 91% and 89% for saprolite, saprock and fresh material, respectively.Overall slope angles of 39°, 58° and 60° for saprolite, saprock and fresh material, respectively.Average mining costs for saprolite, saprock and fresh material of $2.36/t, $2.33/t and $2.99/t, respectively.Processing costs (including G&A) of $7.96/t, $8.20/t and $9.41/t for saprolite, saprock and fresh material, respectively.The pit shell constraining the MRE extends over 2.5 kilometres of strike to a maximum depth of around 600 meters. Gbongogo Main deposit – Updated Gbongogo Main MRE
The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE has been prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, a full-time employee as Mineral Resource Manager of Montage Gold, and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101. Mr. Wasonga has sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralization and type of deposit under consideration. The estimates were independently reviewed and approved by Mr. Gregory Zhang of Snowden Optiro (Australia), who is a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101 and is independent of Montage Gold.

The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE has been classified and reported in accordance with NI 43-101 and classifications adopted by CIM Council in May 2014 and has an effective date of the March 3, 2026.

The drilling dataset used for the Updated Gbongogo Main MRE comprises 1,139 RC reverse circulation (“RC”) and 61 diamond drilling (“DD”) totalling 30,544 meters of drilling and including holes by Barrick Gold Corporation, Endeavour Mining Corporation, Randgold Resource Limited and Montage.

Mineral Resource are reported within an optimized open pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500/oz, constrained by topographic surfaces derived from recent surveys, and reflect updated economic assumptions.

The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE adopts a revised geology-driven modelling approach, replacing previous methodologies with explicit hard-boundary domains defined by lithology, structures and grade distribution.

Domaining was completed using a combined geological and quantitative workflow integrating DomainMCF (Maptek Computing Framework), Leapfrog numerical modelling, and interval selection informed by the veining system. DomainMCF, a machine learning-assisted domain modelling tool that generates domain boundaries directly from sample data, was applied to support the definition of mineralization continuity, orientation and grade trends. Leapfrog numerical modelling supported the interpretation of structural controls and mineralized trends, while interval selection based on veining intensity and grade distribution was used to refine domain boundaries and capture local variations in mineralization. The final mineralized wireframes were generated in Leapfrog and then imported into Maptek Vulcan for block modelling, grade estimation and reporting.

Mineral Resources were estimated using a geology-driven Ordinary Kriging (“OK”) approach, replacing the previous Multiple Indicator Kriging (“MIK”) methodology. Gold assay data were composited and analysed on a domain-by-domain basis, with grade capping applied where necessary. Capping thresholds were determined through statistical analysis of grade distributions and spatial continuity, with values ranging from 20.0 g/t Au and 95.0 g/t Au across domains to limit the influence of high-grade outliers while preserving geological continuity.

Statistical analysis, including variography and kriging neighbourhood analysis (“KNA”), was undertaken using Supervisor software to optimize estimation parameters. Estimation and block modelling were completed in Maptek Vulcan, ensuring consistency across modelling workflows. Block model parameters were selected to reflect drill spacing and mining assumptions, with estimation constrained within geologically defined domains and supported by appropriate search strategies.

Mineral Resource classification is based on drill spacing, geological continuity and estimation quality, supported by geostatistical parameters including kriging efficiency (“KE”) and slope of regression (“SoR”) and mining infrastructures:

Indicated Resources: typically defined on ~25–50 meter drill spacing, with moderate to high confidence in continuity and estimation qualityInferred Resources: defined on wider drill spacing (up to ~100 meters) with lower confidence in continuity Areas lacking sufficient data density or geological confidence are excluded from the Mineral Resource Estimate.

Bulk densities of 1.67 t/bcm, 2.58 t/bcm and 2.75 t/bcm were assigned to saprolite, saprock and fresh material, respectively, based on 1,011 immersion density measurements of wax-coated, oven-dried core samples collected by Company personnel. Density values are consistent with previous models, ensuring continuity and comparability of the estimates.

Model validation included comparison of estimated block grades with informing composites, supported by inspection of sectional plots and swath plots. These checks confirm good agreement between estimated grades and input data, with no material biases identified.

Geological modelling components including data compilation and domaining were performed by Leapfrog Sequent, while the compositing and block modelling were completed using Maptek Vulcan. Statistical analysis, including exploratory data analysis and variography, was undertaken using Supervisor software, which was also used for kriging neighbourhood analysis (“KNA”) to optimize estimation parameters.

Optimal pit constraints:
To satisfy the definition of Mineral Resources having reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction, the estimates are constrained within optimal pits generated from the following key parameters:

Gold price of US$2,500/ozCombined royalties of 5%.Processing recovery of 90%.Overall slope angles of 35°, 40° and 45° for saprolite, saprock and fresh material, respectively.Mining costs of US$3.42 per tonne.Processing costs (including G&A) of US$9.92 per tonne.Haulage costs per tonne of $7.90 Gbongogo South deposit MRE
The Gbongogo South deposit has been reported on an optimized pit shell using a gold price of US$2,500/oz, as opposed to the US$2,000/oz in the previous Gbongogo South deposit MRE. All other assumptions, parameters and methods used in the preparation of the Gbongogo South deposit MRE, including the data verification and the QA/QC undertaken for the Gbongogo South deposit MRE are those set out in the press release dated July 21, 2025. Refer to the press release dated July 21, 2025, available on Montage's website and on Sedar+.

Koban North deposit MRE
The Koban North deposit has been reported on an optimized pit shell using a gold price of US$2,500/oz, as opposed to the US$2,000/oz in the previous Koban North deposit MRE. All other assumptions, parameters and methods used in the preparation of the Koban North deposit MRE, including the data verification and the QA/QC undertaken for the Koban North deposit MRE are those set out in the press release dated July 21, 2025. Refer to the press release dated July 21, 2025, available on Montage's website and on Sedar+.

ANV deposit MRE
The ANV deposit has been reported on an optimized pit shell using a gold price of US$2,500/oz, as opposed to the US$2,000/oz in the previous ANV deposit MRE. All other assumptions, parameters and methods used in the preparation of the ANV deposit MRE, including the data verification and the QA/QC undertaken for the ANV deposit MRE are those set out in the press release dated November 5, 2025. Refer to the press release dated November, 5, available on Montage's website and on Sedar+.

Other satellite deposits
All other satellite deposit MREs are unchanged from their previous reported estimates. Refer to the press release dated April 8, 2025, for further details of these estimates, available on Montage's website and on Sedar+.

Sampling & Assaying - QA/QC
All exploration activities on the Koné project are designed and carried out under the supervision of Silvia Bottero, Executive Vice President, Exploration who conducted multiple site visits throughout 2025. Ms. Bottero is a Professional Natural Scientist (SACNASP) and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101. Samples used for the Updated MRE comprise diamond drilling (“DD”) and reverse circulation (“RC”) drilling, and were collected following industry-standard protocols to ensure representative and reliable assay results.

DD core samples were collected as 1 meter downhole composites, consistent with geological logging and sampling protocols. Core was cut longitudinally in half using a diamond saw at the field camp facilities, with one half submitted for assay and the remaining half retained for reference.

RC samples were collected at nominal 1 meter downhole intervals from the cyclone and discharged into sample bags. The bulk sample was passed through a riffle splitter and/or a three-tier riffle splitter (1/3 splitter) to obtain a representative analytical sub-sample, while the remaining material was retained as a coarse reject. Sample weights were monitored to ensure consistency and representativity, with typical analytical sample masses in the order of 2–3 kg, depending on drilling conditions and sample characteristics. Strict sampling protocols were applied, including routine cleaning of the cyclone and splitter, to minimise contamination and ensure sample integrity. All samples were securely transported under chain-of-custody procedures to the Bureau Veritas laboratory in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire for preparation and analysis.

During 2025, a total of 17,063 AGC primary samples and 38,851 GC primary samples from Koné deposit were analysed by MSALAB facilities in Yamoussoukro, Cote d’Ivoire. Of these, approximately 5% s were submitted as umpire pulp duplicates to Bureau Veritas facilities in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. This umpire programme was implemented to independently verify the accuracy and reliability of the primary laboratory, MSALAB, analytical results.

During 2025, a total of 7,938 AGC and Resources primary samples from Gbongogo Main deposit and 4,851 Resources primary samples from Koné deposit were analysed by Bureau Veritas facilities in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. Of these, approximately 5% were submitted as umpire pulp duplicates to MSALAB facilities in Yamoussoukro, Cote d’Ivoire. This umpire programme was implemented to independently verify the accuracy and reliability of the primary laboratory, Bureau Veritas, analytical results.

All primary samples were transported under a secure chain of custody procedure.

All samples underwent the following preparation and analytical procedures at both laboratories (BV and MSALAB):

Crushing to 2 mm (≥ 80% passing)Splitting to obtain a 1 kg representative sub-samplePulverisation to 75 µm (≥ 85% passing)Analysis by 50 g fire assay with Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS) finish The analytical method has a lower detection limit of 0.01 ppm Au, which is appropriate for the grade range encountered at the Koné project.

A robust and systematic in-house QA/QC programme was implemented and actively managed by Montage to ensure continuous monitoring of analytical accuracy, precision, and potential contamination throughout the entire sampling, preparation, and analytical workflow.

Batch-level QA/QC performance is reviewed systematically, allowing rapid identification and resolution of any analytical issues.

To further validate analytical accuracy and laboratory performance, an independent umpire laboratory programme is implemented. Approximately 5% of selected pulp samples are routinely submitted to an external laboratory (MSALABS and BV) for check assaying using internationally recognised analytical methods and QA/QC protocols. The submitted samples include a mix of routine samples, blanks, CRMs, and duplicates to ensure comprehensive verification of results. QA/QC has been designed to be in line with industry best standards and the results reviewed by the Qualified Person. Individual batches are monitored for standard and blank failure during import to the database, whilst longer term QA/QC trends are monitored on a periodic basis by Jonathan Hunt, an independent consultant to Montage and a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London.

Results from the primary laboratory (BV and MSALAB) and the umpire laboratory (MSA and BV) are systematically compared using statistical methods (e.g., scatter plots, QQ plots, bias analysis), with no material bias typically identified.

In addition, longer-term QA/QC performance trends are reviewed on a periodic basis by an independent consultant, ensuring an objective assessment of laboratory performance and data quality.

Results for exploration drillholes (all satellite deposits) used the following parameters: 0.3 g/t Au cut off for samples, 0.5 g/t Au minimum value composite and 2.0 meter maximum interval dilution length. Composite intervals represent (apparent) downhole thickness. “Including” represents >10.0 g/t Au. Results for exploration drillholes (Koné deposit) used the following parameters: 0.2 g/t Au cut off for samples, 0.3 g/t Au minimum value composite and 10.0 meter maximum interval dilution length. Composite intervals represent (apparent) downhole thickness. “Including” represents >10.0 g/t Au.

Data Verification
Data verification for the Koné and the Gbongogo Main deposits was carried out by Rolly Wasonga, a full-time employee as Mineral Resource Manager of Montage Gold, and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101 who conducted multiple site visits throughout 2025 and 2026. Mr. Rolly Wasonga considers that the sample preparation, security, and analytical procedures adopted for drilling informing this release are an adequate basis for the statistical analysis. Procedures implemented to monitor the representativity of field sampling, as well as the reproducibility and accuracy of sample preparation and analytical results for the Koné project (AC, RC and DD drilling), are consistent with industry best practices and the experience of the Qualified Person (QP). Data supporting sample representativity include sample condition logs for RC, aircore and diamond drilling, recovered sample weights, core recovery measurements, and assay results from field duplicates. These controls confirm that sampling is conducted in a manner that is representative of the mineralized material. The reliability of sample preparation and analytical results is supported through the routine insertion and monitoring of quality control samples, including coarse blanks, certified reference materials (standards), and duplicates, demonstrating acceptable levels of accuracy and precision.

Mr. Jonathon Abbott, of Matrix Resource Consultants of Perth, Western Australia, who is considered to be independent of Montage Gold, a member in good standing of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists and qualified as a Qualified Person under NI 43–101, conducted site visits to the Koné and Gbongogo deposits in September 2023, and to the Koban North, Sena, Gbongogo South, Diouma North, Lokolo Main, Yere North and ANV deposits in October 2024. Based on these visits, Mr. Abbott concluded that the sampling procedures, sample preparation, security protocols and analytical methods applied to drilling data informing the Mineral Resource Estimates for Sena, Yere North, Diouma North, Lokolo Main and ANV provide an adequate and reliable basis for Mineral Resource estimation.

In addition, an independent site visit and technical review was conducted by Arethuse Geology in November 2025, which confirmed that the sampling methodologies, QA/QC procedures, and data management systems are robust, well implemented, and fit for purpose for Mineral Resource estimation.

These independent assessments are complemented by ongoing internal verification by the Company’s Qualified Person, including database validation, QA/QC monitoring, and periodic site reviews. Data verification checks undertaken by Mr. Rolly Wasonga included checking for internal consistency between and within database tables and comparisons between database entries and selected laboratory reports and selected original field records.

A further independent site visit is planned for April 2026 with Dr. Gregory Zhang of Snowden Optiro, an independent Qualified Person, to verify sampling protocols, data integrity, and the procedures supporting the updated Mineral Resource Estimates.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation (collectively, “Forward-looking Statements”). All statements, other than statements of historical fact, constitute Forward-looking Statements. Words such as “will”, “intends”, “proposed” and “expects” or similar expressions are intended to identify Forward-looking Statements. Forward-looking Statements in this press release include statements related to the Company’s mineral reserve and resource estimates; the timing and amount of future production from the Koné project; anticipated mining and processing methods of the Koné project; anticipated mine life of the Koné project; targeted improvements in the production profile; the items listed under the heading “Next Steps”, including new MREs and LOM plans; results of drill programs, and the timing thereof; growth of resource estimates at satellite deposits; statements that updated resources for satellite deposits, including Gbongogo South, Koban North, ANV, Yere North, Lokolo Main, Sena and Diouma North are expected to be published in the coming weeks, while maiden resources for new discoveries such as Petit Yao, Soman 1 & 2 and Lokolo West are expected to be published throughout the year based on completion of phased explorations programmes; the grade and quantity potential of exploration targets; establishing new maiden resources; expected recoveries and grades of the Koné project; timing in respect of the completion of construction; timing and amount of necessary financing related to the mining operations at the Koné project; expected additions to the land package at Kone; and timing for permits and concessions, including that the Company will receive all approvals necessary to complete construction of the project and conduct exploration. Forward-looking Statements involve various risks and uncertainties and are based on certain factors and assumptions. There is no assurance that any economic satellite deposits will be discovered, and if discovered ever developed or mined. There can be no assurance that any Forward-looking Statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from include uncertainties inherent in the preparation of mineral reserve and resource estimates and definitive feasibility studies, and in delineating new mineral reserve and resource estimates, including but not limited to, assumptions underlying the production estimates not being realized, incorrect cost assumptions, unexpected variations in quantity of mineralized material, grade or recovery rates being lower than expected, unexpected adverse changes to geotechnical or hydrogeological considerations, or expectations in that regard not being met, unexpected failures of plant, equipment or processes (including construction equipment), delays in or increased costs for the delivery of construction equipment and services, unexpected changes to availability of power or the power rates, failure to maintain permits and licenses, higher than expected interest or tax rates, adverse changes in project parameters, unanticipated delays and costs of consulting and accommodating rights of local communities, environmental risks inherent in the Côte d’Ivoire, title risks, including failure to renew concessions, unanticipated commodity price and exchange rate fluctuations, delays in or failure to receive access agreements or amended permits, and other risk factors set forth in the Company’s most recent Annual Information Form available at www.sedarplus.ca, under the heading “Risk Factors”. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any Forward-looking Statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by law. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for Montage to predict all of them, or assess the impact of each such factor or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any Forward-looking Statement. Any Forward-looking Statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

APPENDIX A: KONÉ PROJECT DETAILED MINERAL RESOURCE ESTIMATE VARIANCES

Table A1: Koné project detailed Mineral Resource Estimate and variance versus the Previous Mineral Resource Estimate PREVIOUS MRE1 UPDATED MRE2  Resources shown on aTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent Variance100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Koné deposit         Measured Resources--- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated Resources2450.574,490 2000.684,404 (86)M&I Resources2450.574,490 2090.694,632 +142 Inferred Resources370.43510 750.521,259 +749 Gbongogo Main deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources121.46560 161.51783 +223 M&I Resources121.46560 161.51783 +223 Inferred Resources0.070.892.0 1.21.0841 +39 Gbongogo South deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources1.71.2066 3.91.22154 +88 M&I Resources1.71.2066  3.91.22154 +88 Inferred Resources2.61.1092 1.81.1770 (22)Koban North deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources--- 4.11.07141 +141 M&I Resources---  4.11.07141 +141 Inferred Resources3.90.9113 1.50.8943 (70)ANV (Sissédougou) deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources--- 4.01.05136 +136 M&I Resources1.61.1057  4.01.05136 +136 Inferred Resources0.881.1031 3.31.09117 +86 Yere North deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources0.191.056.4 0.191.056.4 - M&I Resources0.191.056.4  0.191.05 6.4 - Inferred Resources0.431.1015 0.431.1015 - Lokolo Main deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources0.301.6116 0.301.6116 - M&I Resources0.301.61 16 0.301.61 16 - Inferred Resources0.111.103.9 0.111.103.9 - Sena deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources--- --- - M&I Resources--- --- - Inferred Resources0.421.0014 0.421.0014 - Diouma North deposit         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources0.380.9512 0.380.9512 - M&I Resources 0.38 0.95 12  0.38 0.95 12 - Inferred Resources0.011.000.3 0.011.000.3 - Sub-total Satellites deposits         Measured Resources--- --- - Indicated Resources161.38720 291.341,249 +529 M&I Resources 161.38720 291.341,249 +529 Inferred Resources8.41.00270 8.81.07303 +33 Total         Measured Resources--- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated Resources2610.625,210 2290.775,652 +442 M&I Resources2610.625,210 2380.775,881 +671 Inferred Resources450.54780 840.581,562 +782 1) Previous Resource Estimate as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated April 8, 2025, available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) Updated MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated MRE for the Koné deposit (“Updated Koné MRE”) has an effective date of December 31, 2025, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and the updated MRE for the Gbongogo Main deposit (“Updated Gbongogo Main MRE”) has an effective date of March 3, 2026, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.50 g/t Au. The Updated Koné MRE and Updated Gbongogo Main MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed and approved by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE and the Updated Gbongogo Main MRE are constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated MRE accounts for a change in the constrained optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce on the Gbongogo South and Koban North deposits (as previously published on July 21, 2025) and the ANV deposit (as previously published on November 6, 2025). All other deposits are unchanged from the previous mineral resource estimate disclosed on April 8, 2025, and all previous estimates are available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” for details.
  Table A2: Koné project detailed Mineral Resource Estimate and variance versus the UFS 2024 UPDATED FEASIBILITY STUDY1 UPDATED MRE2  Resources shown on aTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent Variance100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Koné deposit         Measured Resources--- 8.60.83229 +229Indicated Resources2290.594,340 2000.684,404 +64M&I Resources2290.594,340 2090.694,632 +292Inferred Resources250.5400 750.521,259 +859Gbongogo Main deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources111.47520 161.51783 +263M&I Resources111.47520 161.51783 +263Inferred Resources--- 1.21.0841 +41Gbongogo South deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- 3.91.22154 +154M&I Resources---  3.91.22154 +154Inferred Resources--- 1.81.1770 +70Koban North deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- 4.11.07141 +141M&I Resources---  4.11.07141 +141Inferred Resources--- 1.50.8943 +43ANV (Sissédougou) deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- 4.01.05136 +136M&I Resources---  4.01.05136 +136Inferred Resources--- 3.31.09117 +117Yere North deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- 0.191.056.4 +6.4M&I Resources---  0.191.05 6.4 +6.4Inferred Resources--- 0.431.1015 +15Lokolo Main deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- 0.301.6116 +16M&I Resources--- 0.301.61 16 +16Inferred Resources--- 0.111.103.9 +3.9Sena deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- --- -M&I Resources--- --- -Inferred Resources--- 0.421.0014 +14Diouma North deposit         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources--- 0.380.9512 +12M&I Resources---  0.38 0.95 12 +12Inferred Resources--- 0.011.000.3 +0.3Sub-total Satellites deposits         Measured Resources--- --- -Indicated Resources111.47520 291.341,249 +729M&I Resources 111.47520 291.341,249 +729Inferred Resources--- 8.81.07303 +303Total         Measured Resources--- 8.60.83229 +229Indicated Resources2400.634,860 2290.775,652 +792M&I Resources2400.634,860 2380.775,881 +1,021Inferred Resources250.50400 840.581,562 +1,1621) Updated Feasibility Study available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) Updated MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated MRE for the Koné deposit (“Updated Koné MRE”) has an effective date of December 31, 2025, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and the updated MRE for the Gbongogo Main deposit (“Updated Gbongogo Main MRE”) has an effective date of March 3, 2026, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.50 g/t Au. The Updated Koné MRE and Updated Gbongogo Main MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed and approved by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE and the Updated Gbongogo Main MRE are constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated MRE accounts for a change in the constrained optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce on the Gbongogo South and Koban North deposits (as previously published on July 21, 2025) and the ANV deposit (as previously published on November 6, 2025). All other deposits are unchanged from the previous mineral resource estimate disclosed on April 8, 2025, and all previous estimates are available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” for details. 
APPENDIX B: KONÉ AND GBONGOGO MAIN DEPOSITS SENSITIVITY AND VARIANCE BY ORE TYPE

Table B1: Koné deposit Mineral Resource Estimate by cut-off grade at $2,000/oz  MEASURED INDICATED INFERREDCut-off
Au g/t Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz)0.10 10.60.70238 288.90.524,830 96.20.391,2060.20 8.60.83229 200.00.694,436 61.90.531,0550.30 8.20.86226 177.50.744,224 48.30.619460.40 7.50.91221 148.30.823,909 36.10.698020.50 6.60.97207 117.20.923,465 24.30.816320.60 5.61.05189 91.21.022,992 17.10.935110.70 4.61.13166 70.61.132,566 11.51.073940.80 3.71.23145 55.41.242,208 8.61.17325Updated Koné MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated Koné MRE has an effective date of December 31, 2025, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and is constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,000 per ounce. The Updated Koné MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
  Table B2: Koné deposit Mineral Resource Estimate by cut-off grade at $2,500/oz  MEASURED INDICATED INFERREDCut-off
Au g/t Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz)0.10 10.60.70238 291.50.514,779 118.10.381,4430.20 8.60.83229 201.40.684,404 75.30.521,2590.30 8.20.86226 178.50.744,246 58.10.601,1210.40 7.50.91221 148.70.823,921 43.00.699540.50 6.60.97207 117.40.923,472 28.80.817500.60 5.61.05189 91.41.022,996 20.00.935990.70 4.61.13166 70.71.132,569 13.51.064620.80 3.71.23145 55.41.242,210 10.01.17378Updated Koné MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated Koné MRE has an effective date of December 31, 2025, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and is constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated Koné MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed by Mr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” below for details. Table B3: Gbongogo Main deposit Mineral Resource Estimate by cut-off grade at $2,000/oz  MEASURED INDICATED INFERREDCut-off
Au g/t Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz)0.10 --- 18.01.37797 0.50.77130.20 --- 17.91.38796 0.50.78130.30 --- 17.71.40794 0.50.80120.40 --- 16.81.45784 0.40.91110.50 --- 15.41.54764 0.31.07100.60 --- 13.81.66736 0.21.2490.70 --- 12.31.78705 0.21.4180.80 --- 10.91.91671 0.11.557Updated Gbongogo Main MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE has an effective date of March 30, 2026 and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.50 g/t Au and is constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,000 per ounce. The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” below for details.  Table B4: Gbongogo Main deposit Mineral Resource Estimate by cut-off grade at $2,500/oz  MEASURED INDICATED INFERREDCut-off
Au g/t Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz) Tonnage
(Mt)Grade
(Au g/t)Content
(Au koz)0.10 --- 19.31.33822 1.70.86470.20 --- 19.11.34822 1.70.86470.30 --- 18.81.35819 1.70.88470.40 --- 17.71.42807 1.40.97440.50 --- 16.11.51783 1.21.08410.60 --- 14.31.64751 0.91.21370.70 --- 12.61.76717 0.71.38320.80 --- 11.21.90681 0.61.5628Updated Gbongogo Main MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE has an effective date of March 30, 2026 and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.50 g/t Au and is constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” below for details.  Table B5: Koné deposit Mineral Resource Estimate variance by ore type PREVIOUS MRE1 UPDATED MRE2  Resources shownTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent Varianceon a 100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Measured Resources         Oxide--- 5.00.81131 +131 Transitional--- 1.60.8443 +43 Fresh--- 1.90.8955 +55 Total --- 8.60.83229 +229 Indicated ResourcesOxide140.53240 5.10.587 (153)Transitional100.55180 3.40.660 (120)Fresh2210.584,120 1930.74,280 +160 Total 2450.574,490 2010.684,404 (86)Measured and Indicated         Oxide140.53240 100.67218 (22)Transitional100.55180 50.64103 (77)Fresh2210.584,120 1950.694,335 +215 Total 2450.574,490 2100.694,632 +142 Inferred Resources         Oxide0.80.369.3 0.20.363.4 (5.9)Transitional0.30.343.3 0.10.341.5 (1.8)Fresh360.43500 750.431,254 +754 Total 370.43510 750.521,259 +749 1) Previous Resource Estimate as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated April 8, 2025, available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) Updated Koné MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated Koné MRE has an effective date of December 31, 2025, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and is constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated Koné MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
  Table B6: Gbongogo Main deposit Mineral Resource Estimate variance by ore type PREVIOUS MRE1 UPDATED MRE2  Resources shownTonnageGradeContent TonnageGradeContent Varianceon a 100% basis(Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Mt)(Au g/t)(Au koz) (Au koz)Measured Resources         Oxide--- --- - Transitional--- --- - Fresh--- --- - Total --- --- - Indicated Resources         Oxide0.71.5235 1.11.5352 +17 Transitional0.41.3417 0.61.4429 +12 Fresh10.51.46493 14.41.52702 +209 Total 12.01.46560 16.11.51783 +223 M&I Resources         Oxide0.71.5235 1.11.5352 +17 Transitional0.41.3417 0.61.4429 +12 Fresh10.51.46493 14.41.52702 +209 Total 12.01.46560 16.11.51783 +223 Inferred Resources         Oxide0.040.871.1 0.010.620.5 (0.6)Transitional0.010.710.1 0.010.620.2 +0.1 Fresh0.030.920.9 1.11.1040 +39 Total 0.070.892.0 1.21.0841 +39 1) Previous Resource Estimate as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated April 8, 2025, available on Montage’s website and on SEDAR+. 2) Updated Gbongogo Main MRE is reported in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and follows the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (“CIM”) Definition Standards for Mineral Resources. The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE has an effective date of March 30, 2026, and is reported at a gold cut-off grade of 0.50 g/t Au and is constrained within an optimized open-pit shell generated using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce. The Updated Gbongogo Main MRE was prepared by Mr. Rolly Wasonga, Qualified Person and employee of Montage, and reviewed by Dr. Gregory Zhang, employee of Snowden Optiro, Australia, who is independent from Montage and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. The Updated Koné MRE is reported on a 100% basis. Rounding errors are apparent. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. See “Technical Disclosure” below for details.
  APPENDIX C: KONÉ PROJECT BEST INTERCEPTS FOR THE KONÉ AND GBONGOGO MAIN RESOURCE, ADVANCED GRADE CONTROL AND GRADE CONTROL PROGRAMMES1

Target
Hole ID
Drill Type
Collar LocationOrientation
Depth (m)
From (m)
To (m)
Apparent Width1
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2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
2026-04-03 03:13 3mo ago
MDU Resources Group, Inc. $MDU Shares Sold by Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC
MDU MDU Resources Group
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Posted by Defense World Staff on Apr 3rd, 2026

Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC lessened its stake in MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE:MDU – Free Report) by 18.3% in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 1,602,242 shares of the utilities provider’s stock after selling 359,631 shares during the quarter. Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC owned about 0.78% of MDU Resources Group worth $31,837,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

A number of other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Salomon & Ludwin LLC purchased a new position in shares of MDU Resources Group during the 3rd quarter worth $25,000. GoalVest Advisory LLC purchased a new position in MDU Resources Group during the fourth quarter worth about $26,000. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. raised its stake in MDU Resources Group by 94.5% during the second quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 1,647 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 800 shares during the period. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd boosted its holdings in MDU Resources Group by 6,404.3% in the 3rd quarter. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd now owns 1,496 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $27,000 after purchasing an additional 1,473 shares during the last quarter. Finally, GAMMA Investing LLC lifted its holdings in MDU Resources Group by 61.3% in the third quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 2,192 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $39,000 after acquiring an additional 833 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 71.44% of the company’s stock.

MDU Resources Group Price Performance MDU opened at $21.30 on Friday. The stock’s 50-day moving average price is $20.58 and its 200 day moving average price is $19.83. MDU Resources Group, Inc. has a 12-month low of $15.04 and a 12-month high of $21.49. The firm has a market cap of $4.35 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.90, a PEG ratio of 3.62 and a beta of 0.70. The company has a current ratio of 0.84, a quick ratio of 0.78 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.91.

MDU Resources Group (NYSE:MDU – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, February 5th. The utilities provider reported $0.37 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $0.37. MDU Resources Group had a return on equity of 6.98% and a net margin of 10.15%.The company had revenue of $534.00 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $560.72 million. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $0.90 EPS. MDU Resources Group’s revenue was down .3% compared to the same quarter last year. MDU Resources Group has set its FY 2026 guidance at 0.930-1.000 EPS. As a group, sell-side analysts expect that MDU Resources Group, Inc. will post 0.94 earnings per share for the current year.

MDU Resources Group Announces Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, April 1st. Shareholders of record on Thursday, March 12th were issued a dividend of $0.14 per share. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, March 12th. This represents a $0.56 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.6%. MDU Resources Group’s dividend payout ratio is 60.22%.

Insider Transactions at MDU Resources Group In related news, Director Charles M. Kelley acquired 5,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, February 13th. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $20.84 per share, with a total value of $104,200.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 8,031 shares in the company, valued at $167,366.04. This represents a 164.96% increase in their position. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. 0.94% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Analyst Ratings Changes Several research firms have issued reports on MDU. Citigroup reissued a “neutral” rating on shares of MDU Resources Group in a research note on Thursday, January 15th. Loop Capital set a $21.00 target price on shares of MDU Resources Group in a research report on Tuesday, February 24th. Zacks Research raised shares of MDU Resources Group from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Thursday, December 4th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reiterated a “hold (c-)” rating on shares of MDU Resources Group in a research report on Monday, December 29th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, MDU Resources Group currently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $21.00.

Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on MDU Resources Group

MDU Resources Group Company Profile (Free Report)

MDU Resources Group, Inc is a diversified energy and services holding company headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. The company operates through two primary segments: Utilities and Construction Services and Pipelines & Midstream. Serving a broad geographic footprint across the upper Midwest and Pacific Northwest, MDU provides essential energy distribution and infrastructure services to residential, commercial and industrial customers.

The Utilities segment delivers electric and natural gas distribution services in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Kansas, Wisconsin, Michigan and Washington.

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2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
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Phocas Financial Corp. Takes Position in MDU Resources Group, Inc. $MDU
MDU MDU Resources Group
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Posted by Defense World Staff on Apr 6th, 2026

Phocas Financial Corp. purchased a new stake in shares of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE:MDU – Free Report) during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 210,150 shares of the utilities provider’s stock, valued at approximately $4,102,000. Phocas Financial Corp. owned 0.10% of MDU Resources Group as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission.

A number of other large investors have also modified their holdings of the company. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC grew its position in shares of MDU Resources Group by 2.5% during the 3rd quarter. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC now owns 22,414 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $408,000 after acquiring an additional 540 shares during the period. GAMMA Investing LLC raised its holdings in MDU Resources Group by 25.4% in the 4th quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 2,748 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $54,000 after purchasing an additional 556 shares during the period. Koshinski Asset Management Inc. boosted its position in MDU Resources Group by 5.3% during the third quarter. Koshinski Asset Management Inc. now owns 11,098 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $198,000 after purchasing an additional 560 shares in the last quarter. Hantz Financial Services Inc. boosted its position in MDU Resources Group by 42.8% during the third quarter. Hantz Financial Services Inc. now owns 2,211 shares of the utilities provider’s stock worth $39,000 after purchasing an additional 663 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Arkadios Wealth Advisors grew its holdings in MDU Resources Group by 2.8% in the third quarter. Arkadios Wealth Advisors now owns 26,280 shares of the utilities provider’s stock valued at $468,000 after purchasing an additional 724 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 71.44% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of analysts have recently commented on the company. Loop Capital set a $21.00 price objective on MDU Resources Group in a research report on Tuesday, February 24th. Weiss Ratings reissued a “hold (c-)” rating on shares of MDU Resources Group in a research note on Monday, December 29th. Finally, Citigroup reissued a “neutral” rating on shares of MDU Resources Group in a report on Thursday, January 15th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $21.00.

View Our Latest Stock Report on MDU Resources Group

Insider Activity In other MDU Resources Group news, Director Charles M. Kelley bought 5,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, February 13th. The stock was acquired at an average price of $20.84 per share, with a total value of $104,200.00. Following the completion of the acquisition, the director directly owned 8,031 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $167,366.04. This represents a 164.96% increase in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. 0.94% of the stock is owned by insiders.

MDU Resources Group Trading Down 0.1% MDU stock opened at $21.30 on Monday. MDU Resources Group, Inc. has a 12-month low of $15.04 and a 12-month high of $21.49. The business’s 50-day moving average is $20.61 and its 200 day moving average is $19.92. The company has a current ratio of 0.84, a quick ratio of 0.78 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.91. The stock has a market cap of $4.36 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.90, a PEG ratio of 3.67 and a beta of 0.70.

MDU Resources Group (NYSE:MDU – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, February 5th. The utilities provider reported $0.37 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $0.37. The business had revenue of $534.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $560.72 million. MDU Resources Group had a return on equity of 6.98% and a net margin of 10.15%.During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.90 earnings per share. The business’s quarterly revenue was down .3% compared to the same quarter last year. MDU Resources Group has set its FY 2026 guidance at 0.930-1.000 EPS. On average, sell-side analysts anticipate that MDU Resources Group, Inc. will post 0.94 EPS for the current fiscal year.

MDU Resources Group Dividend Announcement The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, April 1st. Shareholders of record on Thursday, March 12th were paid a dividend of $0.14 per share. This represents a $0.56 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.6%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Thursday, March 12th. MDU Resources Group’s payout ratio is 60.22%.

About MDU Resources Group (Free Report)

MDU Resources Group, Inc is a diversified energy and services holding company headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. The company operates through two primary segments: Utilities and Construction Services and Pipelines & Midstream. Serving a broad geographic footprint across the upper Midwest and Pacific Northwest, MDU provides essential energy distribution and infrastructure services to residential, commercial and industrial customers.

The Utilities segment delivers electric and natural gas distribution services in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Kansas, Wisconsin, Michigan and Washington.

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2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
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MDU Resources to Webcast First Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call
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, /PRNewswire/ -- MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) will webcast its first quarter 2026 earnings conference call at 2 p.m. ET May 7. The company will release its first quarter results before U.S. financial markets open that day.

The webcast can be accessed at www.mdu.com under the "Investors" heading. Select "Events & Presentations," and click "Q1 2026 Earnings Conference Call." After the conclusion of the webcast, a replay will be available at the same location.

About MDU Resources

MDU Resources Group Inc., a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, delivers safe, reliable, cost-effective and environmentally responsible electric utility and natural gas distribution services to more than 1.2 million customers across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. In addition to its utility operations, the company's pipeline business operates a more than 3,800-mile natural gas pipeline network and storage system, ensuring reliable energy delivery across the Northern Plains. With a legacy spanning over a century, MDU Resources remains focused on energizing lives for a better tomorrow. For more information about MDU Resources, visit www.mdu.com or contact the investor relations department at [email protected].

Investor Contact: Brent Miller, treasurer, 701-530-1730
Media Contact: Byron Pfordte, director of integrated communications, 208-377-6050

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2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
2026-05-07 08:30 2mo ago
MDU Resources Reports First Quarter 2026 Results; Progress on Proposed Bakken East Pipeline
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Strong open season interest for proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project Consolidated net income of $80.8 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.39 Milder weather unfavorably impacted results by approximately $0.03 per share 2026 guidance affirmed; earnings per share in the range of $0.93 to $1.00 , /PRNewswire/ -- MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, highlighting continued execution across its segments, despite milder weather, as well as positive outcomes from recent capital investments and meaningful progress on its proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project.

During the quarter, a successful binding open season for the proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project concluded with approximately 1.4 billion cubic feet per day of submitted interest. Of that total, approximately 40% has been signed under precedent agreements with additional precedent agreements in active negotiation. Based on submitted interest, we are now projecting total capital investment for the potential project in the range of $2.7 billion to $3.2 billion, which would be incremental to our current $3.1 billion capital investment forecast. The company has not reached a final investment decision on this project and will continue to finalize precedent agreement negotiations before proceeding with a decision. As we look to finance a project of this size and scope, we will evaluate all options including using our balance sheet, pursuing potential partnerships and various other options. We will continue to provide updates on this potential project as details develop.

Recent investments, including Badger Wind Farm and the Minot Expansion Project, are delivering financial benefits and supporting customer demand, while emerging opportunities tied to data center growth across our service territory reinforces the long-term value of the company's infrastructure portfolio.

"We delivered a strong first quarter when accounting for the impact of warmer weather across our service territory," said Nicole A. Kivisto, president and CEO of MDU Resources. "Milder conditions reduced volumes, and normalization mechanisms in several of our states helped offset those impacts, demonstrating the strength of our regulated businesses. At the same time, rate relief as well as recent investments such as Badger Wind Farm and our pipeline expansions contributed positive results. Additionally, we continue to see encouraging demand trends, including continued interest from data center development and strong interest in our proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project."

The following summarizes the company's first quarter results for the three months ended March 31:

2026

2025

Net income (in millions)

$                            80.8

$                         82.0

Earnings per share, diluted

$                             .39

$                           .40

"Our ability to deliver consistent results in a dynamic energy environment speaks to the strength and operational discipline of our teams," Kivisto added. "Our employees remain focused on safety, reliability and cost-effectiveness, enabling us to deliver long-term value to our customers and stockholders."

Electric Utility Segment
Benefits from Badger Wind Farm recovery, more than offset by impacts from milder weather

Lower volumes due to 10% to 30% milder temperatures across our service territory Higher interest expense and depreciation largely related to Badger Wind Farm investment Higher retail revenue driven by renewable cost recovery and rate mechanisms associated with Badger Wind Farm The electric segment earned $14.5 million in the first quarter of 2026, compared with $15.0 million in the first quarter of 2025. Badger Wind Farm was placed in service Dec. 31, 2025, and this marked the first full quarter of benefits from the investment, driving higher retail revenues and recovery. These benefits were more than offset by milder weather, which drove lower retail sales volumes of approximately $2 million.

Regulatory Update:

Montana: Interim electric rates approved for an annual increase of $10.4 million; rates effective April 1, 2026, subject to refund; reflecting recovery of infrastructure investments, including Badger Wind Farm, and associated depreciation and operation and maintenance expense Wyoming: General rate case settlement approved for an annual increase of $5.8 million; rates effective April 1, 2026; reflecting recovery of infrastructure investments as well as associated operation and maintenance expense North Dakota: General rate case filing is anticipated later this year Natural Gas Distribution Segment
Lower volumes largely offset by weather normalization mechanisms and rate relief

Lower retail and transportation volumes due to warmer weather Continued customer growth of approximately 1.5% year-over-year Rate relief across multiple jurisdictions The natural gas distribution segment earned $44.2 million in the first quarter of 2026, compared with $44.7 million in the first quarter of 2025. Results reflect lower volumes driven by warmer weather, approximately a $5 million impact, due to 10%-30% warmer temperatures across our service territory compared to last year, including temperatures 20% higher in Idaho and 30% higher in Montana. Weather normalization mechanisms in certain states helped offset the warmer temperatures. Additionally, the lower volumes were largely offset by rate relief in Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.

Regulatory Update:

Oregon: Pending general rate case filed Nov. 25, 2025, requesting an annual increase of $16.4 million; reflecting rate base growth, along with associated depreciation and increased operation and maintenance expense Idaho: General rate case settlement approved for an annual increase of $13.0 million; rates effective Jan. 1, 2026 Washington: Year two rates under the approved multi-year rate plan, representing an annual increase of $10.8 million, effective March 1, 2026; in April 2026, filed a revision to decrease revenue by $2.1 million annually due to forecasted plant that was not placed in service as of Dec. 31, 2025 The company anticipates filing a multi-year general rate case this year Wyoming: System Safety and Integrity Rider filed Aug. 15, 2025; hearing held April 9, 2026, pending before the Wyoming Public Service Commission Minnesota: General rate case filing is anticipated later this year Pipeline Segment
Lower storage-related revenue partially offset by contributions from recent expansion projects placed in service

Decreased interruptible storage withdrawals Increased operation and maintenance expense Positive results from recent projects placed in service The pipeline segment earned $15.3 million in the first quarter of 2026, compared to a record $17.2 million in the first quarter of 2025. Results were impacted by lower interruptible natural gas storage withdrawals, along with higher operation and maintenance expense primarily due to increased material costs and payroll-related expenses. Higher Montana property tax accruals also contributed to the year-over-year decrease.

These impacts were partially offset by continued strong customer demand for short-term natural gas transportation contracts as well as contributions from a growth project recently placed in service.

Pipeline Segment Strategic Projects Updates:

Proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project: While a final investment decision has not yet been made, customer interest and ongoing commercial discussions demonstrate continued demand for additional takeaway capacity from the Bakken region. Included in the 1.4 billion cubic feet per day of interest is a firm capacity commitment of $50 million annually for ten years from the State of North Dakota, reinforcing the strategic importance of the project to regional energy infrastructure and economic development. The company continues to advance the project in a disciplined manner, navigating evolving market dynamics that include regional data center development considerations, while maintaining a focus on long-term value creation and capital efficiency. Phase One of the proposed project is targeted to be complete in November 2029, with Phase Two targeted to be complete in November 2030. Line Section 32 Expansion Project: This project will provide natural gas transportation service to a new electric generation facility in northwest North Dakota. A FERC Section 7(c) application was filed in March 2026, marking an important regulatory milestone in the project's development. The project is dependent on regulatory approvals with construction targeted to be complete in late 2028. Minot Industrial Project: This proposed project could consist of an approximately 90-mile pipeline from Tioga, North Dakota to Minot, North Dakota and ancillary facilities to support anticipated industrial demand in the area. An agreement is in place to provide cost recovery protections during the development phase, with the agreement currently extended through late 2026. Equity and Funding Plan
In connection with the company's December 2025, follow-on public offering, a portion of the related forward sale agreements were settled on March 13, 2026, resulting in the issuance of 4.3 million shares of new common stock for proceeds of $81.3 million. The company had previously stated it expects to issue between $150 million to $175 million of equity in 2026, and between $100 million to $125 million in 2027, to support near-term capital expenditures for growth.

Guidance
For 2026, MDU Resources expects earnings per share to be in the range of $0.93 to $1.00.

The expected 2026 results are based on these assumptions:

Normal weather, economic and operating conditions for the remainder of the year Continued growth in utility customers at 1%–2% annually Successful execution of approved capital investment and rate recovery plans Continued execution of its debt and equity financing plans The company's long-term EPS guidance remains unchanged with an expected growth rate of 6%–8%.

Conference Call
MDU Resources will webcast its first quarter 2026 earnings conference call today at 2 p.m. ET. The webcast can be accessed at www.mdu.com under the "Investors" heading. Select "Events & Presentations," and click on "Q1 2026 Earnings Conference Call." After the webcast, a replay will be available at the same location.

About MDU Resources Group, Inc.
MDU Resources Group, Inc., a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, delivers safe, reliable, cost-effective and environmentally responsible electric utility and natural gas distribution services to more than 1.2 million customers across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. In addition to its utility operations, the company's pipeline business operates a more than 3,800-mile natural gas pipeline network and storage system, ensuring reliable energy delivery across the Northern Plains. With a legacy spanning over a century, MDU Resources remains focused on energizing lives for a better tomorrow. For more information about MDU Resources, visit www.mdu.com or contact the investor relations department at [email protected].

Investor Contact: Brent Miller, treasurer, 701-530-1730
Media Contact: Byron Pfordte, director of integrated communications, 208-377-6050

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Other than statements of historical facts, all statements which address activities, events or developments that the company anticipates will or may occur in the future are based on underlying assumptions (many of which are based, in turn, upon further assumptions), including but not limited to, statements identified by the words "anticipates," "estimates," "expects," "intends," "plans," and "predicts," in each case related to such things as growth estimates, stockholder value creation, the company's "CORE" strategy, capital expenditures, financial guidance, trends, objectives, goals, dividend payout ratio targets, earnings per share growth targets, customer rates, regulatory approvals, sustainability, strategies and other such matters, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on many assumptions and factors, which are detailed in the company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

While made in good faith, these forward-looking statements are based largely on the company's expectations and judgments and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are unforeseeable and beyond the company's control. For additional discussion regarding risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements, see "Risk Factors" disclosed in the company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, and subsequent filings. Any changes in such assumptions or factors could produce significantly different results. Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by applicable law, the company undertakes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Consolidated Statements of Income

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

(In millions, except per
share amounts)

(Unaudited)

Operating revenues

$    606.0

$    674.8

Operating expenses:

Purchased natural gas sold

239.4

317.2

Electric fuel and purchased power

46.1

43.7

Operation and maintenance

114.8

111.1

Depreciation and amortization

54.2

51.3

Taxes, other than income

35.8

38.7

Total operating expenses

490.3

562.0

Operating income

115.7

112.8

Other income (expense)

2.6

5.0

Interest expense

32.7

26.8

Income before income taxes

85.6

91.0

Income tax expense

4.7

8.5

Income from continuing operations

80.9

82.5

Discontinued operations, net of tax

(.1)

(.5)

Net income

$      80.8

$      82.0

Earnings per share – basic:

Income from continuing operations

$       .39

$       .40

Discontinued operations, net of tax





Earnings per share – basic

$       .39

$       .40

Earnings per share – diluted:

Income from continuing operations

$       .39

$       .40

Discontinued operations, net of tax





Earnings per share – diluted

$       .39

$       .40

Weighted average common shares outstanding – basic

205.4

204.1

Weighted average common shares outstanding – diluted

207.0

205.0

Selected Cash Flows Information

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

(In millions)

Net cash provided by operating activities

$    149.2

$    217.5

Net cash used in investing activities

(91.2)

(94.8)

Net cash used in financing activities

(32.9)

(130.1)

Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

25.1

(7.4)

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash - beginning of year

28.2

66.9

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash - end of period

$      53.3

$      59.5

Capital Expenditures

Business Line

2026
Estimated

2027
Estimated

2028
Estimated

2029
Estimated

2030
Estimated

2026-2030
Total
Estimated

(In millions)

Electric

$       144

$       309

$       250

$       184

$       210

$    1,097

Natural gas distribution

361

295

240

254

223

1,373

Pipeline

60

70

181

282

50

643

Total capital expenditures1

$       565

$       674

$       671

$       720

$       483

$    3,113

1 Excludes Other category

Note: Total capital expenditures is presented on a net basis

The capital program is subject to continued review and modification by the company. Actual expenditures may vary from estimates. Investment in the potential Bakken East Pipeline project would be incremental to the outlined capital program.

Electric

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Variance

(In millions)

Operating revenues1,2

$  121.2

$  112.4

7.8 %

Operating expenses:

Electric fuel and purchased power1

46.1

43.7

5.5 %

Operation and maintenance

28.9

28.6

1.0 %

Depreciation and amortization

19.6

17.2

14.0 %

Taxes, other than income

5.5

4.8

14.6 %

Total operating expenses

100.1

94.3

6.2 %

Operating income

21.1

18.1

16.6 %

Other income

.4

1.0

(60.0) %

Interest expense

11.9

7.9

50.6 %

Income before income taxes

9.6

11.2

(14.3) %

Income tax benefit2

(4.9)

(3.8)

28.9 %

Net income

$    14.5

$    15.0

(3.3) %

Operating Statistics

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Revenues (millions)1,2

Retail sales:

Residential

$      39.1

$      38.2

Commercial3

46.9

45.2

Industrial

9.9

8.8

Other

2.0

1.7

97.9

93.9

Other

23.3

18.5

$    121.2

$    112.4

Volumes (million kWh)

Retail sales:

Residential

332.0

370.7

Commercial3

741.9

723.9

Industrial

120.7

116.7

Other

19.2

20.2

1,213.8

1,231.5

Average cost of electric fuel and purchased
 power per kWh

$      .028

$      .027

The previous tables reflect items that are passed through to customers
resulting in minimal impact to earnings. These items include:

1 Electric fuel and purchased power costs, which impact both
  operating revenues and electric fuel and purchased power expense

2 Production tax credits, which impact income tax benefit and
  operating revenues

3 Commercial includes the impact from data centers

The electric business reported net income of $14.5 million in the first quarter of 2026, compared to $15.0 million for the same period in 2025. This decrease was largely the result of higher interest expense associated with debt issuances for recent capital investments including Badger Wind Farm. Lower retail sales volumes due to warmer weather and higher depreciation expense, primarily Badger Wind Farm, further drove the decrease. Higher retail revenues, primarily from recovery mechanisms associated with renewable investments including Badger Wind Farm, largely offset the decrease.

Natural Gas Distribution

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Variance

(In millions)

Operating revenues1,2,3

$  462.5

$  539.3

(14.2) %

Operating expenses:

Purchased natural gas sold1

273.8

350.5

(21.9) %

Operation and maintenance2

65.2

63.6

2.5 %

Depreciation and amortization

26.4

26.1

1.1 %

Taxes, other than income3

26.5

30.6

(13.4) %

Total operating expenses

391.9

470.8

(16.8) %

Operating income

70.6

68.5

3.1 %

Other income

2.3

3.3

(30.3) %

Interest expense

16.3

14.8

10.1 %

Income before income taxes

56.6

57.0

(0.7) %

Income tax expense

12.4

12.3

0.8 %

Net income

$    44.2

$    44.7

(1.1) %

Operating Statistics

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Revenues (millions)1,2,3

Retail Sales:

Residential

$    259.5

$    291.6

Commercial

150.2

189.6

Industrial

13.4

15.7

423.1

496.9

Transportation and other

39.4

42.4

$    462.5

$    539.3

Volumes (MMdk)

Retail sales:

Residential

26.5

31.8

Commercial

18.6

21.9

Industrial

1.5

1.7

46.6

55.4

Transportation sales:

Commercial

.6

.8

Industrial

38.9

48.4

39.5

49.2

Total throughput

86.1

104.6

Average cost of natural gas per dk

$      5.87

$      6.33

The previous tables reflect items that are passed through to customers
resulting in minimal impact to earnings. These items include:

1 Natural gas costs, which impact operating revenues and purchased
  natural gas sold.

2 Conservation, which impacts operating revenues and operation and
  maintenance expense.

3 Revenue-based taxes that impact both operating revenues and taxes,
  other than income.

The natural gas distribution business reported net income of $44.2 million in the first quarter of 2026, compared to $44.7 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease was largely the result of lower retail sales volumes due to warmer weather. Lower electric generation transportation volumes driven by warmer weather, higher operation and maintenance expense, primarily payroll-related expense and contract services, and higher interest expense further drove the decrease. The decrease was largely offset by higher retail sales revenue due to rate relief in Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.

Pipeline

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Variance

(In millions)

Operating revenues

$    57.1

$    56.7

.7 %

Operating expenses:

Operation and maintenance

20.8

19.3

7.8 %

Depreciation and amortization

8.2

8.0

2.5 %

Taxes, other than income

3.8

3.3

15.2 %

Total operating expenses

32.8

30.6

7.2 %

Operating income

24.3

26.1

(6.9) %

Other income (expense)

(.3)

.4

(175.0) %

Interest expense

4.0

4.2

(4.8) %

Income before income taxes

20.0

22.3

(10.3) %

Income tax expense

4.7

5.1

(7.8) %

Net income

$    15.3

$    17.2

(11.0) %

Operating Statistics

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Transportation volumes (MMdk)

143.2

143.5

Customer natural gas storage balance (MMdk):

Beginning of period

37.6

44.1

Net withdrawal

(10.3)

(22.0)

End of period

27.3

22.1

The pipeline business reported net income of $15.3 million in the first quarter of 2026, compared to $17.2 million for the same period in 2025. The earnings decrease was driven by lower interruptible natural gas storage withdrawals. Higher operation and maintenance expense primarily attributable to higher materials and payroll-related costs also contributed, as well as higher Montana property tax accruals. The decrease was partially offset by continued strong customer demand for short-term natural gas transportation contracts, as well as impacts from a growth project placed in service in 2025 and a contracted volume increase associated with a previously constructed growth project.

Other

Three Months Ended

March 31,

2026

2025

Variance

(In millions)

Operating revenues

$       .2

$       .2

— %

Operating expenses:

Operation and maintenance

.5

.1

400.0 %

Total operating expenses

.5

.1

400.0 %

Operating income (loss)

(.3)

.1

(400.0) %

Other income

1.1

1.4

(21.4) %

Interest expense

1.4

1.0

40.0 %

Income (loss) before income taxes

(.6)

.5

(220.0) %

Income tax benefit

(7.5)

(5.1)

47.1 %

Income from continuing operations

6.9

5.6

23.2 %

Discontinued operations, net of tax

(.1)

(.5)

(80.0) %

Net income

$      6.8

$      5.1

33.3 %

For the first quarter of 2026 Other reported net income of $6.8 million compared to net income of $5.1 million for the same period in 2025. The increase was primarily due to income tax adjustments related to the company's annualized estimated tax rate. Partially offsetting the increase was higher operation and maintenance expense.

Other includes the activities of the captive insurer which insures various types of risks of the company's subsidiaries. Also included in Other is general and administrative costs and interest expense previously allocated to the company's former businesses that did not meet the criteria for discontinued operations. Discontinued operations includes certain costs associated with legacy business activities.

Other Financial Data

March 31,

2026

2025

(In millions, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

Book value per common share

$          13.89

$          13.42

Market price per common share

$          20.72

$          16.91

Market value as a percent of book value

149.2 %

126.0 %

Total assets

$          7,684

$          6,961

Total equity

$          2,904

$          2,743

Total debt

$          2,596

$          2,194

Capitalization ratios:

Total equity

52.8 %

55.6 %

Total debt

47.2 %

44.4 %

100.0 %

100.0 %

SOURCE MDU Resources Group, Inc.
2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
2026-05-07 12:16 2mo ago
MDU Resources (MDU) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Lag Estimates
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MDU Resources (MDU - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.39 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.42 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.4 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -6.41%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this energy, mining, construction and utilities company would post earnings of $0.37 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.37, delivering no surprise.

Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates just once.

MDU Resources, which belongs to the Zacks Utility - Gas Distribution industry, posted revenues of $606 million for the quarter ended March 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 13.71%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $674.8 million. The company has not been able to beat consensus revenue estimates over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

MDU Resources shares have added about 14.3% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 7.6%.

What's Next for MDU Resources?While MDU Resources has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for MDU Resources was unfavorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to underperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.10 on $395.53 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $0.98 on $2.01 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Utility - Gas Distribution is currently in the bottom 37% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

One other stock from the broader Zacks Utilities sector, Telephone & Data Systems (TDS - Free Report) , is yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2026. The results are expected to be released on May 8.

This parent of U.S. Cellular and TDS Telecom is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.87 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -866.7%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

Telephone & Data Systems' revenues are expected to be $317.3 million, down 72.5% from the year-ago quarter.
2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
2026-05-07 17:01 2mo ago
MDU Resources Group, Inc. (MDU) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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MDU Resources Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Decline Y/Y
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Key Takeaways MDU reported Q1 2026 EPS of 39 cents, missing estimates and falling 25% year over year. MDU revenues fell 12.76% year over year to $606 million, below consensus expectations. MDU expects 2026 EPS of 93 cents-$1 and plans $565 million in capital spending this year. MDU Resources Group Inc. (MDU - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 operating earnings per share (EPS) of 39 cents, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 42 cents by 7.14%. The bottom line decreased 25% year over year.

Total Revenues of MDUOperating revenues of $606 million missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $702 billion by around 13.68%. The top line decreased 12.76% from $ 674.8 million recorded in the year-ago quarter.

Highlights of MDU’s Earnings ReleaseTotal operating expenses were nearly $490.3 million, down 14.3% from the year-ago quarter’s $562 million. The decline was primarily due to lower purchased natural gas sales and a decrease in taxes other than income taxes.

Operating income totaled $115.7 million, up 2.57% from the year-ago quarter’s $112.8 million.

Interest expenses were $32.7 million, up 22.1% year over year.

Financial Highlights of MDUAs of March 31, 2026, cash and cash equivalents were $53.3 million compared with $28.2 million as of Dec. 31, 2025.
Long-term debt as of March 31, 2026, was $2.38 billion compared with $2.53 billion as of Sept. 30, 2025.

In the first three months of 2026, net cash provided by operating activities was $149.2 million compared with $217.5 million in the year-ago period.

In the first three months of 2026, capital expenditure was $92.4 million compared with $93 million in the year-ago period.

MDU’s GuidanceFor 2026, MDU Resources expects its earnings to be between 93 cents and $1 per share. The Zacks Consensus Estimate is pegged at 98 cents, which lies at the higher end of the company’s projected range.

The company continues to expect a long-term EPS growth rate of 6-8%.

MDU anticipates its utility customers’ growth to continue at an annual rate of 1-2%.

Capital expenditure for 2026 is projected at $565 million and plans to invest $3,113 million during the 2026-2030 period.

MDU’s Zacks RankMDU Resources currently has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Recent ReleasesAtmos Energy (ATO - Free Report) posted second-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings of $3.47 per share, which topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.37 by 2.97%. The bottom line improved 14.52% from the year-ago quarter’s $3.03.

Total revenues of $1.96 billion missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.24 billion by 12.37%. However, the top line rose 0.61% from the prior-year quarter’s $1.95 billion.

Southwest Gas Holdings Inc. (SWX - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 operating earnings of $1.91 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.88 by 1.60%. The bottom line increased 15.76% from the year-ago quarter.

Operating revenues totaled $585.1 million, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $737 million by 20.62%. The top line decreased 21.61% from $746.4 million reported in the prior-year quarter.

Northwest Natural (NWN - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 operating earnings of $2.33 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.31 by 0.87%. The bottom line increased 2.19% from the year-ago quarter.

Operating revenues totaled $490 million, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $504 million by 2.78%. The top line increased 0.79% from $494 million reported in the prior-year quarter.
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MDU Resources Group Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
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MDU Resources Announces Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock
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, /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) today declared a quarterly dividend on the company's common stock of 14 cents per share, unchanged from the previous quarter. The board continues to target a long-term dividend payout ratio of 60% to 70% of earnings.

The dividend is payable on July 1, 2026 to stockholders of record as of June 11, 2026.

About MDU Resources Group, Inc.
MDU Resources Group, Inc., a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, strives to deliver safe, reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible electric utility and natural gas distribution services to more than 1.2 million customers across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. In addition to its utility operations, the company's pipeline business operates a more than 3,800-mile natural gas pipeline network and storage system, ensuring reliable energy delivery across the Northern Plains. With a legacy spanning over a century, MDU Resources remains focused on energizing lives for a better tomorrow. For more information about MDU Resources, visit www.mdu.com or contact the investor relations department at [email protected].

Investor Contact: Brent Miller, treasurer, 701-530-1730
Media Contact: Byron Pfordte, director of integrated communications, 208-377-6050

SOURCE MDU Resources Group, Inc.
2026-06-12 15:56 1mo ago
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Giant US power merger bets on AI build-out, but may hinge on power bills
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SummaryCompaniesRegulators to assess merger on consumer impact amid AI-driven demandDeal aims to accelerate data center power projects using combined scale, expertiseConsumer advocates criticize merger as benefiting shareholders over ratepayersNEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - NextEra and Dominion Energy's massive merger may depend on ​whether the combined company can keep power bills in check even as it rushes to supply the energy-hungry data ‌centers that have pushed consumer electricity prices higher.

NextEra (NE.N), opens new tab said buying Dominion (D.N), opens new tab, a deal that would create the third-largest energy company in the U.S., would let it swiftly build new generation where others have lagged and connect proposed data centers waiting to begin operations.

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The companies must clear reviews by multiple local, state and federal regulatory agencies that will ​assess consumer impacts as power bills surge in some U.S. regions as rising AI data-center demand is outpacing the installation ​of new generation.

“With the concerns about affordability throughout the country, the key issue here is keeping rates down, ⁠and keeping the growth affordable,” said Paul Patterson, an energy analyst at Glenrock Associates LLC.

Serving data centers is a core reason for the ​merger.

Dominion's service territory includes the northern Virginia area known as "Data Center Alley". That area of surging power demand sits within the 13-state PJM Interconnection, ​where new data hubs are also expanding.

Virginia’s electricity consumption increased at an annual rate of 3.1% between 2019 and 2024, more than three times the national average of 0.9%, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Household power bills have risen in some parts of PJM by more than 20% over the last two ​years as demand grows but supply stagnates.

The wave of large-scale projects has sparked a political backlash and increased regulatory scrutiny as the resulting ​supply-demand imbalance has pushed prices higher.

SCALE, SPEED AND SCRUTINYMerging NextEra and Dominion – which, together, say they have built more power generation than the next 25 largest ‌utilities combined – ⁠may provide the scale needed to move forward data center power generation and transmission projects that have been stalled, analysts and investors say.

The deal would allow NextEra to accelerate its data center ambitions by using Dominion's expertise and relationships.

“Utilities now need larger balance sheets, broader generation portfolios, and faster infrastructure deployment to compete in the AI era,” said Alex Torgerson, a mergers and acquisitions lead at business and technology consultancy West ​Monroe.

"The biggest challenge now shifts to ​regulators, who will scrutinize market ⁠concentration, grid reliability, and whether customers see meaningful ratepayer benefits from a deal of this size,” Torgerson said.

NextEra and Dominion, in a joint statement, highlighted the combined company would keep rates from swelling, and proposed $2.25 billion ​in bill credits over two years for Dominion customers in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

“The regulatory ​obstacles to closing ⁠the deal are the real variables,” said the research arm of investment banking advisory firm Evercore in a note.

The merger has drawn criticism from consumer advocates who say it is unnecessary and would ultimately benefit shareholders and executives at the two companies more than utility customers.

Five Dominion executives could together receive ⁠an estimated $66 ​million in pay and benefits as a result of the takeover, according to Dominion’s ​latest proxy statement. Dominion CEO Robert Blue’s change-in-control payout was estimated at $30.1 million.

“Utility mergers are all about benefits for shareholders and executives, not ratepayers,” said Ari Peskoe, director of ​the Electricity Law Initiative at Harvard University Law School.

Reporting by Laila Kearney in New York and Tim McLaughlin in Boston; Editing by Christian Schmollinger

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MDU vs. CPK: Which Gas Distributor Stock Delivers Better Returns?
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Key Takeaways MDU shares rose 27.2% in the past year, far ahead of Chesapeake Utilities' 4.3% gain. CPK EPS estimates are $6.51 in 2026 and $7.39 in 2027, implying 8.32% and 13.52% YoY growth. MDU's dividend yield is 2.67% vs Chesapeake Utilities' 2.23%, while MDU carries lower debt-to-cap. The companies in the Zacks Utility - Gas Distribution provide natural gas transportation services from production regions through pipeline networks and serve millions of customers across the United States. These utilities, with their regulated business structure, recover expenses through approved rate hikes while supporting shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases.

The demand for natural gas is rising in the United States due to its relatively lower emissions compared with other fossil fuels. Companies operating under this utility sector use widespread transmission and distribution lines and interstate pipelines to serve the demand of all customer groups.

Amid the rising importance of gas distribution, let us discuss MDU Resources Group, Inc. (MDU - Free Report) and Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK - Free Report) , two regulated utilities that are well-positioned to benefit from rising natural gas demand and major infrastructure development investments, making them comparable in the utility space.

MDU Resources, engaged in regulated energy delivery businesses, serves more than 1.2 million electric and natural gas customers across the United States. MDU manages nearly 3,800 miles of regulated pipe with 14 interconnection points. The company is benefiting from rising service demand, an expanding customer base, the implementation of new rates and pipeline expansion projects that continue to support its financial performance. Its systematic capital investments in infrastructure development enhance service reliability and boost long-term financial growth.

Chesapeake Utilities is a regulated energy delivery business that efficiently serves millions of electric and natural gas customers across the United States. CPK operated approximately 11,295 miles of regulated energy infrastructure assets as of Dec. 31, 2025. The company is benefiting from rising natural gas demand, new rates and an expanding customer base driven by economic growth in its service territory, boosting revenue growth. The company’s strategic capital investment in infrastructure development ensures safe and reliable service to customers and supports long-term growth.

Let’s examine their fundamentals side by side to reveal which stock presents the most attractive investment opportunity.

CPK & MDU’s Earnings Growth ProjectionThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for CPK’s earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at $6.51 in 2026 and $7.39 in 2027, suggesting year-over-year growth of 8.32% and 13.52%, respectively.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MDU’s EPS is pegged at 98 cents in 2026 and $1.05 in 2027, suggesting year-over-year growth of 5.38% and 7.65%, respectively.

CPK & MDU’s Return on EquityReturn on Equity (“ROE”) measures how efficiently a company utilizes shareholders’ funds to generate return, with a higher ROE indicating stronger operational efficiency and value creation. ROE plays a significant role in measuring a company's financial health and management effectiveness in generating returns from available resources.

Chesapeake Utilities’ current ROE of 9.53% is higher than MDU Resources' ROE of 6.82%. CPK utilizes shareholder capital more efficiently and generates higher profits, though both companies’ returns remain below the industry average of 10.13%.

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CPK & MDU’s Dividend YieldUtility companies consistently reward shareholders with regular dividend payments, reflecting their commitment to providing steady returns on invested capital. This highlights the company’s earnings stability and strong cash flow generation capabilities.

Currently, the dividend yield for MDU Resources is 2.67%, while that for Chesapeake Utilities is 2.23%. The dividend yields of both companies are higher than the S&P 500’s yield of 1.45%.

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CPK & MDU’s Debt to CapitalThe Zacks Utilities sector is a capital-intensive one and requires continuous investments in infrastructure upgrades and maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and support growing demand. These utilities fund long-term investments through a combination of internally generated cash flows and capital market financing, supporting growth and reliable service.

MDU Resources’ debt-to-capital currently stands at 47.20% compared with Chesapeake Utilities’ 50.12%. Both companies are using debt to fund their business and remain below the industry average of 54.47%. CPK's debt level surpasses MDU, highlighting its greater reliance on debt financing.

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CPK & MDU’s Capital Investment PlansMDU Resources aims to invest $565 million in 2026 and $3.1 billion in 2026-2030 to support infrastructure development and to enhance service reliability for its expanding customer base.

Chesapeake Utilities plans to invest $450-$500 million in 2026 to expand its distribution and transmission infrastructure, enhance service reliability and support long-term growth. The company also expects to invest $1.5-$1.8 billion during 2024-2028.

CPK & MDU’s Price PerformanceMDU Resources shares have gained 27.2% in the past year compared with Chesapeake Utilities’ 4.3% growth.

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Overall AssessmentMDU Resources and Chesapeake Utilities both benefit from expanding customer base, rising service demand, and are investing systematically in infrastructure maintenance and upgradation to provide safe and reliable service to millions of customers across the United States.

However, our choice at the moment is MDU, given its better dividend yield, lower debt-to-capital ratio and better price performance than CPK.  Both MDU and CPK carry a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.