B2Gold Completes the Sale of its 70% Interest in Fingold

B2Gold (NYSE AMERICAN: BTG) completed the sale of its 70% interest in Fingold Ventures Ltd. to Agnico Eagle on April 23, 2026, receiving US$325 million in cash proceeds.

Rhea-AI Summary

B2Gold (NYSE AMERICAN: BTG) completed the sale of its 70% interest in Fingold Ventures Ltd. to Agnico Eagle on April 23, 2026, receiving US$325 million in cash proceeds. The company said it will collaborate with Agnico Eagle under the Nunavut Collaboration Agreement to share knowledge and operational best practices in Nunavut, Canada.

Positive

• US$325 million cash proceeds received
• Completed sale of 70% interest in Fingold
• Nunavut Collaboration Agreement to share operational best practices with Agnico Eagle

Negative

• Reduced ownership: sold 70% interest in Fingold

Argus Apr 23 session

+1.85% close to close Open Argus

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News Market Reaction – BTG

In the Apr 23 session, BTG gained 1.85%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement finalizes B2Gold’s previously agreed sale of its 70% interest in Fingold for US$32...

Analysis

This announcement finalizes B2Gold’s previously agreed sale of its 70% interest in Fingold for US$325 million in cash, removing execution uncertainty around that transaction. It follows recent disclosures on the Goose Mine fire and upcoming first‑quarter 2026 results. Investors may focus on how sale proceeds interact with capital allocation plans, operational recovery at Goose, and overall production and cost guidance when evaluating the company’s trajectory.

Key Figures

Cash proceeds: US$325 million Interest sold: 70%

Cash proceeds

US$325 million

Consideration for sale of 70% interest in Fingold

Interest sold

70%

Stake in Fingold Ventures Ltd. sold to Agnico Eagle

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 20

5 events

1. Apr 20

   Asset sale agreement

   24h Move

   -1.2%

   Agreed to sell 70% Fingold stake to Agnico Eagle for US$325 million.

2. Apr 19

   Operational update

   24h Move

   -1.2%

   Fire-related damage at Goose Mine and reduced Q2 2026 production forecast.

3. Apr 17

   Incident disclosure

   24h Move

   -1.2%

   Initial report of fire in Goose Mine crushing circuit with investigation underway.

4. Apr 16

   M&A and spin-out

   24h Move

   +0.4%

   BeMetals to acquire projects creating a new exploration company with B2Gold stake.

5. Apr 13

   Earnings schedule

   24h Move

   +1.6%

   Announcement of Q1 2026 results release and conference call timing.

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that, further to its announcement on April 20, 2026, it has completed the sale of its 70% interest in Fingold Ventures Ltd. (“Fingold”) to Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (“Agnico Eagle”) (the “Transaction”). As per the terms of the Transaction, B2Gold received cash proceeds of US$325 million.

B2Gold celebrates the completion of the Transaction and looks forward to collaborating with Agnico Eagle under the Nunavut Collaboration Agreement to share knowledge and operational best practices in Nunavut, Canada, as previously announced on April 20, 2026.

About B2Gold Corp.

B2Gold is a responsible international gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Canada, Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries.

ON BEHALF OF B2GOLD CORP.
"Clive T. Johnson"
President and Chief Executive Officer

Source: B2Gold Corp.

For more information on B2Gold please visit the Company website at www.b2gold.com or contact:

Michael McDonald
VP, IR, Corporate Development & Treasury
+1 604-681-8371
investor@b2gold.com

Cherry DeGeer
Director, Corporate Communications
+1 604-681-8371
investor@b2gold.com

FAQ

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What did B2Gold (BTG) announce on April 23, 2026 about Fingold?

B2Gold completed the sale of its 70% interest in Fingold and received US$325 million in cash proceeds. According to the company, the transaction closed on April 23, 2026 and includes collaboration with Agnico Eagle under the Nunavut Collaboration Agreement.

How much cash did B2Gold receive from the sale of its Fingold interest (BTG)?

B2Gold received US$325 million in cash proceeds from the transaction. According to the company, that amount reflects the consideration paid by Agnico Eagle for B2Gold's 70% interest in Fingold.

Who acquired B2Gold's 70% interest in Fingold (BTG) and what follows next?

Agnico Eagle acquired the 70% interest in Fingold from B2Gold. According to the company, the parties will collaborate under the Nunavut Collaboration Agreement to share knowledge and operational best practices in Nunavut.

When did B2Gold confirm completion of the Fingold sale and where is the agreement effective?

B2Gold confirmed the transaction closed on April 23, 2026 and the sale is effective as completed that day. According to the company, the collaboration framework applies to operations in Nunavut, Canada.

What does the Nunavut Collaboration Agreement between B2Gold and Agnico Eagle entail for investors (BTG)?

The agreement commits the companies to share knowledge and operational best practices in Nunavut. According to the company, the collaboration is intended to support operational coordination and information sharing following the Fingold transaction.