Goldgroup Announces Closing of Non-brokered Private Placement

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Goldgroup Mining (OTCQX:GGAZF) has successfully closed a CAD $12 million non-brokered private placement, issuing 15,000,000 units at $0.80 per unit. Each unit includes one common share and one warrant, exercisable at $1.10 per share until August 5, 2027.

Notable investor Eric Sprott, through his corporation, acquired 1,875,000 units for $1.5 million, increasing his ownership to 10.5% non-diluted and 15.2% partially diluted. The company issued 1,086,187 finder's units to finders. The proceeds will be used to pursue strategic acquisition opportunities, including potential operating mines or stakes in mining companies.

All securities are subject to a hold period until December 6, 2025.

Positive

• Raised significant capital of CAD $12 million through private placement
• Strong insider participation with Eric Sprott investing $1.5 million
• 24-month warrant coverage at $1.10 provides potential additional funding
• Strategic focus on growth through potential acquisitions of mining assets

Negative

• Significant dilution with 15,000,000 new units issued
• No immediate acquisition target identified despite ongoing search
• Securities subject to 4-month hold period limiting liquidity
• Uncertainty in successful completion of any acquisition deals

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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / August 5, 2025 / Goldgroup Mining Inc. ("Goldgroup" or the "Company") (TSXV:GGA)(OTCQX:GGAZF) is pleased to announce that it has closed the CAD $12 million private placement (the "Private Placement") previously announced on July 18, 2025, and July 21, 2025.

Goldgroup sold on a non-brokered private placement basis 15,000,0000 units of the Company ("Units") at a price of $0.80 per Unit for aggregate gross proceeds of $12,000,000. Each Unit comprises one common share (a "Common Share") and one common share purchase warrant ("Warrant"). Each Warrant is exercisable into one Common Share at a price of $1.10 per share until August 5, 2027.

Mr. Eric Sprott, through 2176423 Ontario Ltd., a corporation which is beneficially owned by him, acquired 1,875,000 Units at $0.80 per Unit for total consideration of approximately $1.5 million. Prior to the Private Placement, Mr. Sprott beneficially owned or controlled 27,954,500 Common Shares and 13,977,250 Warrants representing 10.4% of the outstanding Shares on a non-diluted basis and 14.8% of the outstanding Shares on a partially diluted basis assuming the exercise of such Warrants.

Following completion of the Private Placement, Mr. Sprott beneficially owns and controls 29,829,500 Common Shares and 15,852,250 Warrants representing 10.5% of the outstanding Shares on a non-diluted basis and 15.2% of the outstanding Shares on a partially diluted basis assuming the exercise of such Warrants.

The Units were acquired by Sprott for investment purposes. Mr. Sprott has a long-term view of the investment and may acquire additional securities of the Company including on the open market or through private acquisitions or sell securities of the Company including on the open market or through private dispositions in the future depending on market conditions, reformulation of plans and/or other relevant factors.

A copy of Mr. Sprott's early warning Report will appear on Goldgourp's profile on SEDAR+ and may also be obtained by calling Mr. Sprott's office at (416) 945-3294 (1106-7 King Street East, Toronto, ON, M5C 3C5).

In connection with the Private Placement, an insider of the Company acquired 1,875,000 Units or 12.50% of the Private Placement. Participation by the Insider in the Private Placement was considered a "related party transaction" pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101"). The Company was exempt from the requirements to obtain a formal valuation or minority shareholder approval in connection with the Insiders' participation in the Private Placement pursuant to sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101 as neither the fair market value of any securities issued to, nor the consideration paid by, the Insiders exceeded 25.0% of the Company's market capitalization. A material change report was not filed in connection with the participation of Insiders in the Private Placement less than 21 days in advance of the closing of the Private Placement, as the Insiders' participation had not been confirmed at that time and the Company wishes to complete the Private Placement in an expeditious manner for business reasons.

The Company issued 1,086,187 finder's units (each, a "Finder's Unit") to finders in connection with the Private Placement. Each Finder's Unit consists of one Common Share and one common share purchase warrant, with each warrant being exercisable to purchase one Common Share at a price of $1.10 until August 5, 2027.

The net proceeds from this Private Placement will be primarily dedicated to the diligent assessment and strategic pursuit of acquisition opportunities. With a focus on enhancing shareholder value, the Company aims to leverage these funds to acquire promising mining assets, potentially including operating mines or strategic stakes in other mining companies. The Company cautions that it has been searching for and conducting due diligence on mineral projects that Management believes would enhance the Company's portfolio of existing projects for some time, but to date has not proceeded past the due diligence stage. Accordingly, the Company warns that there is no assurance that a suitable project will be identified, satisfactory due diligence conducted and any acquisition transaction completed. Further, investors should be aware that completing a transaction in most circumstances can take many months.

All securities issued pursuant to the Private Placement will be subject to statutory hold periods expiring December 6, 2025. Closing of the Private Placement is subject to final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to sell any securities in the United States. The securities described herein have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. Persons unless registered under the

U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.

About Goldgroup

Goldgroup is a Canadian-based mining Company with two high-growth gold assets in Mexico. The Company has a 100% interest in the producing Cerro Prieto heap-leach gold mine located in the State of Sonora. An optimization and exploration program is underway at Cierro Prieto to significantly increase existing production and resources.

In addition, the Company holds a 100% interest in the Pinos underground gold development project in Zacatecas State. Pinos is an advanced PEA level development project. Formerly a producing mine, the Company is commissioning an updated PEA with a view to re-starting mining operations.

Goldgroup is led by a team of highly successful and seasoned individuals with extensive expertise in mine development, corporate finance, and exploration in Mexico.

For further information on Goldgroup, please visit www.goldgroupmining.com

On behalf of the Board of Directors

Ralph Shearing
CEO
+1 (604) 764-0965

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

Certain information contained in this news release, including any information relating to future financial or operating performance, may be considered "forward-looking information" (within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities law) and "forward-looking statements" (within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). These statements relate to analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and assumptions of management. Actual results could differ materially from the conclusions, forecasts and projections contained in such forward-looking information.

These forward-looking statements reflect Goldgroup's current internal projections, expectations or beliefs and are based on information currently available to Goldgroup. In some cases forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "projects", "potential", "scheduled", "forecast", "budget" or the negative of those terms or other comparable terminology. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking information is subject to a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to materially differ from those reflected in the forward-looking information, and are developed based on assumptions about such risks, uncertainties and other factors including, without limitation: receipt of all required stock exchange and regulatory approvals in connection with the Private Placement and the business of the Company; the completion of the Private Placement as planned; the proposed use of proceeds raised pursuant to the Private Placement and the Company's plans at the Cerro Prieto project; the scope, duration and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the scope, duration and impact of regulatory responses to the pandemic on the employees, business and operations; uncertainties related to actual capital costs operating costs and expenditures; production schedules and economic returns from Goldgroup's projects; uncertainties associated with development activities; uncertainties inherent in the estimation of mineral resources and precious metal recoveries; uncertainties related to current global economic conditions; fluctuations in precious and base metal prices; uncertainties related to the availability of future financing; potential difficulties with joint venture partners; risks that Goldgroup's title to its property could be challenged; political and country risk; risks associated with Goldgroup being subject to government regulation; risks associated with surface rights; environmental risks; Goldgroup's need to attract and retain qualified personnel; risks associated with potential conflicts of interest; Goldgroup's lack of experience in overseeing the construction of a mining project; risks related to the integration of businesses and assets acquired by Goldgroup; uncertainties related to the competitiveness of the mining industry; risk associated with theft; risk of water shortages and risks associated with competition for water; uninsured risks and inadequate insurance coverage; risks associated with potential legal proceedings; risks associated with community relations; outside contractor risks; risks related to archaeological sites; foreign currency risks; risks associated with security and human rights; and risks related to the need for reclamation activities on Goldgroup's properties, as well as the risk factors disclosed in Goldgroup's Annual Information Form and MD&A. Any and all of the forward-looking information contained in this news release is qualified by these cautionary statements.

Although Goldgroup believes that the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based on reasonable assumptions, readers cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with such statements. Accordingly, readers are cautioned against placing undue reliance on forward-looking information. Goldgroup expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, events or otherwise, except as may be required by, and in accordance with, applicable securities laws.

SOURCE: Goldgroup Mining, Inc.

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FAQ

How much did Goldgroup Mining (GGAZF) raise in its August 2025 private placement?

Goldgroup Mining raised CAD $12 million by issuing 15,000,000 units at $0.80 per unit, with each unit including one common share and one warrant exercisable at $1.10.

What is Eric Sprott's ownership in Goldgroup Mining after the August 2025 private placement?

After the private placement, Eric Sprott owns 29,829,500 Common Shares and 15,852,250 Warrants, representing 10.5% ownership non-diluted and 15.2% on a partially diluted basis.

What is the exercise price and expiry date for Goldgroup Mining's new warrants?

The warrants are exercisable at $1.10 per share until August 5, 2027.

How will Goldgroup Mining use the proceeds from the August 2025 private placement?

The proceeds will be primarily used for assessing and pursuing acquisition opportunities, including potential operating mines or strategic stakes in other mining companies.

When do the securities from Goldgroup Mining's private placement become freely tradeable?

The securities are subject to a statutory hold period expiring on December 6, 2025.