Barrick Completes Hemlo Transaction
Rhea-AI Summary
B (Barrick) completed the divestiture of the Hemlo Gold Mine in Canada to Carcetti Capital Corp., which will be renamed Hemlo Mining Corp (HMC), for total consideration of up to $1.09 billion.
Transaction proceeds included $875 million in cash received on closing, $50 million in HMC shares received on closing, and a production and tiered gold price-linked cash payment structure of up to $165 million payable over a five-year term starting in January 2027. The company acknowledged cooperation from the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg First Nations.
Positive
- $875 million cash received on closing
- $50 million received in HMC shares on closing
- Total consideration of up to $1.09 billion
- Contingent payments of up to $165 million over five years starting Jan 2027
Negative
- Up to $165 million is contingent and payable from Jan 2027, making part of proceeds uncertain
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, B gained 4.75%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
Gold peers like WPM, FNV, AU, AEM, and KGC showed gains between 3.04% and 4.56%, broadly consistent with B’s 3.33% move, suggesting commodity or sector strength alongside this asset sale.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 08 | Drug coverage update | Positive | +2.2% | Partner drug added to China commercial insurance innovative drug list. |
| Dec 08 | FDA trial clearance | Positive | +2.2% | FDA cleared initiation of a global Phase IIb trial for CS1 in PAH. |
| Dec 03 | Product launch | Positive | -1.3% | Launch of ETQ Reliance Go cloud EQMS for smaller manufacturers. |
| Dec 02 | Asset divestiture | Neutral | -3.1% | Completed Tongon gold mine sale for up to <b>$305 million</b>. |
| Dec 01 | IPO evaluation | Neutral | +2.4% | Board authorized evaluation of IPO of North American gold assets. |
Recent news shows mostly positive or strategic updates with mixed price reactions; portfolio transactions like Tongon drew a negative move despite neutral-to-strategic framing.
Over recent months, news tied to ticker B covered diverse themes across partners and businesses, including drug reimbursement in China, FDA trial clearance, and a SaaS quality-management launch. For Barrick-specific items, the company completed a divestiture of the Tongon gold mine for up to $305 million and began evaluating an IPO of its North American gold assets. Today’s Hemlo divestiture for up to $1.09 billion continues this portfolio-focused strategy of monetizing specific mines while exploring alternative structures for core regions.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement details Barrick’s completion of the Hemlo mine divestiture for total consideration of up to $1.09 billion, including $875 million in cash, $50 million in Hemlo Mining Corp. shares, and up to $165 million in production and gold price-linked payments over five years from January 2027. In context with the recent Tongon sale and IPO evaluation, it underscores ongoing portfolio reshaping. Investors may watch how proceeds are deployed and how remaining assets perform within the gold sector.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars
TORONTO, Nov. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the divestiture of the Hemlo Gold Mine (“Hemlo”) in Canada to Carcetti Capital Corp., to be renamed to Hemlo Mining Corp. (“HMC”), for a total consideration of up to
The Company would like to thank the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and the Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg First Nations for their cooperation and support related to the operation of Hemlo.
About Barrick Mining Corporation
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and long-life gold and copper assets in the industry—including six of the world’s Tier One gold mines—Barrick’s operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘B’ and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘ABX’.
Investor Relations Contact
Barrick Mining Corporation
Cleve Rueckert, +1 775 397 5443
cleveland.rueckert@barrick.com
Media Contact
Brunswick Group
Carole Cable, +44 (0) 7974 982 458
barrick@brunswickgroup.com
Endnote 1
Under the contingent cash payment structure, Barrick will be paid (i)
Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information
Certain information contained in this press release constitutes “forward-looking statements”. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. The words “would”, “expected”, “will” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this press release contains forward-looking statements including, without limitation, with respect to the contingent cash payment structure.
Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions including material estimates and assumptions related to the factors set forth below that, while considered reasonable by Barrick as at the date of this press release in light of management’s experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. The estimates and assumptions contained in this news release, which may prove to be incorrect, include, but are not limited to: (i) future gold prices; and (ii) future production levels from Hemlo. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements, including the risk that the sale transaction will not be completed for any reason. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s expectations and plans relating to the future. All of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements and those made in Barrick’s most recent Form 40-F/Annual Information Form on file with the SEC and Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities which contain a more detailed discussion of some of the factors underlying forward-looking statements, and the risks that may affect Barrick’s ability to achieve the expectations set forth in the forward-looking statements contained in this press release.
Barrick disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
FAQ
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