Canada's Proposed Tax Overhaul Could Be a Game Changer for Gold Miners. Here's Why. - Streetwise Reports

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Canada’s proposed Productivity Mega Deduction could materially improve after-tax economics for domestic gold miners by allowing 100% immediate expensing of qualifying investments, including mining property and Canadian development expenses. The government estimates the measure would cut the marginal effective tax rate on new investment to 6.4% from about 13%, with a fiscal cost of CA$36 billion over five years.

The article uses West Red Lake Gold as an example: the company is targeting 35,000-45,000 oz of 2026 production, expects about CA$15 million of 2026 growth capex, and reported CA$9.7 million of positive free cash flow in Q2 alongside 8,576 oz of production, CA$49 million revenue, and AISC of US$3,284/oz sold. It also cites high-grade drilling at Madsen, including 176.04 g/t over 5.3 meters and 128.32 g/t over 4.5 meters, while noting the legislation remains proposed and actual benefits will depend on final rules and company tax positions.