i-80 Gold Secures Financing Package of up to $500 Million to Advance Development Plan

Rhea-AI Summary

i-80 Gold (NYSE American: IAUX) secured a Financing Package of up to $500 million comprising a $250 million royalty sale to Franco-Nevada and a gold prepayment facility for up to $250 million with National Bank and Macquarie.

The package, combined with prior 2025 equity raises, brings >$800 million available, expects $225 million at closing, a $150 million initial prepay advance, and aims to retire ~ $175 million of existing debt while funding Phase 1 and Phase 2 to lift production toward 300,000–400,000 ounces annually.

Positive

• Financing secured up to $500 million
• $225M of royalty proceeds expected at closing
• $150M initial gold prepay advance at closing
• Combined funding exceeds $800M
• Plan to retire approximately $175M of debt
• Phase 1/2 aim to increase production to 300k–400k oz

Negative

• Royalty ramps from 1.5% to 3.0% LOM on Jan 1, 2031
• Obligation to deliver 39,978 oz gold from Jan 2028 over 30 months
• Financing dilutes future cashflows via a portfolio-wide royalty
• Recapitalization still needs replacement of convertible debentures and non-core asset sale

News Market Reaction

-6.73%

4 alerts

-6.73% News Effect

+2.3% Peak Tracked

-6.8% Trough Tracked

-$124M Valuation Impact

$1.72B Market Cap

0.0x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, IAUX declined 6.73%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +2.3% during that session. Argus tracked a trough of -6.8% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 4 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $124M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $1.72B at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Financing Package Size: $500 million Royalty Financing: $250 million Gold Prepay Facility: $150 million initial, $250 million total +5 more

8 metrics

Financing Package Size $500 million Total potential funding combining royalty sale and gold pre-payment facility

Royalty Financing $250 million Franco-Nevada life-of-mine net smelter return royalty commitment

Gold Prepay Facility $150 million initial, $250 million total Gold pre-payment facility with $150M initial advance and $100M accordion

Debt Extinguished $175 million Existing debt obligations to be retired using Financing Package proceeds

Equity Offerings Proceeds $184,000,000 Aggregate gross proceeds from 2025 public offering and private placement

Recap Plan Target $900 million–$1 billion Overall recapitalization plan size including Financing Package and other steps

Production Target Phase 1-2 300,000–400,000 oz gold annually Expected increase in annual gold production after Phase 1 and 2

Gold Delivery Obligation 39,978 oz over 30 months Gold to be delivered under initial Gold Prepay from January 2028

Market Reality Check

Price: $1.94 Vol: Volume 7,918,844 is below...

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Volume Volume 7,918,844 is below 20-day average 9,773,104 (relative volume 0.81x), suggesting no extreme trading pressure ahead of this news. normal

Technical Shares trade above the 200-day MA of 0.97, reflecting a pre-existing upward trend into this financing announcement.

Peers on Argus

IAUX gained 4.52% while peers were mixed: GAU up 2.28%, CMCL up 0.53%, DC up 1.4...

IAUX gained 4.52% while peers were mixed: GAU up 2.28%, CMCL up 0.53%, DC up 1.49%, but ODV down 0.5% and GROY down 2.61%, indicating a stock-specific reaction to company news rather than a uniform gold-sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 29 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 29	Board expansion	Positive	-5.3%	Added three independent directors to strengthen governance and technical oversight.
Jan 20	Drill results	Positive	+9.4%	Reported high-grade Granite Creek assays reinforcing resource expansion potential.
Dec 18	Plant study update	Positive	+3.4%	Released Lone Tree refurbishment study highlighting higher margins and quick payback.
Nov 12	Quarterly results	Positive	+1.5%	Q3 2025 results showed revenue growth, gross profit, and strengthened liquidity.
Nov 06	Resource update	Positive	+5.6%	Announced high-grade mineral resource estimate for the FAD Project with strong metals content.

Pattern Detected

Stock reactions have generally aligned with positive operational and asset news, with one notable divergence on a governance-focused board expansion.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, i-80 Gold has reported a series of development and financing milestones. High-grade drilling at Granite Creek and a high-margin refurbishment plan for the Lone Tree Plant supported its Nevada growth strategy. Q3 2025 results showed revenue rising to $32.0M with improved gross profit and equity financings totaling $184.6M. Additional mineral resources at the FAD Project and a strengthened board underscored the build-out of a multi-asset platform. Today’s up to $500M financing package fits into this recapitalization and growth trajectory.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock moved -6.7% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite this sizeable ...

Analysis

The stock moved -6.7% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite this sizeable up to $500 million financing could fit a pattern where the market occasionally pushes back on governance or balance-sheet shifts, as seen when shares fell after board changes. The package introduces long-dated royalty and gold-delivery obligations and follows large 2025 equity financings totaling about $184 million. If shares declined, it could reflect concerns over future funding costs or execution across several phased projects rather than the absence of capital.

Key Terms

net smelter return royalty, gold prepayment facility, convertible debentures, preliminary economic assessment, +4 more

8 terms

net smelter return royalty financial

"in exchange for a 1.5% life-of-mine ("LOM") net smelter return royalty"

A net smelter return (NSR) royalty is a contractual right to receive a percentage of the revenue from minerals sold after they are processed and refined, with common deductions for transportation and refining fees. Investors care because an NSR provides a predictable slice of mining project income without owning the mine, so it affects expected cash flow, risk exposure to commodity prices, and the valuation of both the royalty and the operating project—similar to collecting a portion of rent after paying building maintenance costs.

gold prepayment facility financial

"National Bank and Macquarie commitment to provide a gold prepayment facility"

A gold prepayment facility is a financing deal where a lender gives cash up front to a mining company in return for future deliveries of physical gold or gold credits at agreed quantities and prices. For investors, it’s like a supplier taking advance payments — it boosts short-term cash but commits future production and exposes the company to price shifts or delivery shortfalls, affecting future revenue, balance sheet risk, and operational flexibility.

convertible debentures financial

"plan to retire and replace its existing convertible debentures with new convertible debentures"

Convertible debentures are loans a company issues that pay interest like a bond but can be swapped later for the company’s shares at a set price. For investors they act like a safety-net plus a shortcut: you get regular interest payments while retaining the option to join ownership if the share price rises, which offers upside potential but can dilute existing shareholders if conversion occurs.

preliminary economic assessment technical

"its Preliminary Economic Assessment filed in Q1 2025 outlined a 17-year mine life"

A preliminary economic assessment is an initial analysis that estimates the potential profitability and feasibility of a project or resource, such as a new mineral deposit or development venture. It provides a rough idea of costs, benefits, and risks, helping investors decide whether to pursue more detailed studies. This early evaluation is important because it offers a snapshot of whether the project is worth further investment and development.

national instrument 43-101 regulatory

"within the meaning of National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects"

National Instrument 43-101 is a set of rules and guidelines that govern how mineral exploration and mining companies must report information about their projects. It ensures that the details shared with investors are accurate, consistent, and reliable—similar to how a detailed, verified blueprint ensures a building’s safety. This helps investors make informed decisions based on trustworthy information about a company's mineral resources.

regulation s-k regulatory

"and Subpart 1300 of Regulation S-K ("S-K 1300")"

A set of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission rules that tell public companies which narrative and qualitative details must be disclosed in filings, such as risk factors, management discussion, executive pay, legal proceedings and business description. Think of it as a standardized checklist or blueprint that ensures investors get the same types of background information from every company so they can compare risks, management quality and strategy before making investment decisions.

s-k 1300 regulatory

"all of the Company's projects are considered exploration stage projects under S-K 1300"

Regulation S-K Item 1300 is a U.S. securities disclosure rule that requires public companies to report how they manage cybersecurity risks and to promptly disclose material cyber incidents. Think of it as a requirement to tell investors both the company’s “cyber health” plan and any major break-ins, similar to a homeowner explaining their alarm system and alerting neighbors after a burglary. This helps investors assess operational risk and potential financial or reputational impact.

gold equivalent ounces technical

"Gold equivalent ounces (" AuEq oz ") defined as recovered Au oz plus recovered Ag oz"

Gold equivalent ounces express the combined output or reserves of a mine by converting other metals (like silver, copper or zinc) into the amount of gold they would be worth at current market prices, so everything is shown as a single “gold” number. For investors this provides a common yardstick to compare production, value and growth across projects that produce multiple metals—like converting several currencies into one familiar money unit.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Recapitalization plan anticipated to close by the end of the first quarter 2026

All amounts referenced herein are expressed in United States dollars unless otherwise stated.

TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - i-80 GOLD CORP. (TSX: IAU) (NYSE American: IAUX) ("i-80 Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has secured a financing package (the "Financing Package") of up to $500 million, comprised of a royalty sale for $250 million and a gold pre-payment facility for up to $250 million. The Financing Package marks a significant milestone in achieving the Company's recapitalization plans.

The proceeds of the Financing Package, combined with the previously disclosed equity offerings completed by the Company in the second quarter of 2025⁽¹⁾ (the "Equity Offerings"), represent over $800 million in funding to support i-80 Gold's objective of creating a mid-tier gold producer in Nevada. The final steps to complete the recapitalization plan targeting an overall amount of $900 million to $1 billion, include the Company's plan to retire and replace its existing convertible debentures with new convertible debentures on terms more favourable to the Company and the potential sale of a non-core asset. This is expected to fully fund Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the development plan^(2,3), which is expected to increase annual production to approximately 300,000 – 400,000 ounces of gold⁽³⁾ from less than 50,000 ounces currently, driven by the Company's three underground mines and one oxide open pit operation all located in Nevada (see Figure 1 in Appendix).

Highlights

• Franco-Nevada Corporation ("Franco-Nevada") commitment letter to provide $250 million in royalty financing, of which $225 million is expected to be available at closing.
  
  
• National Bank of Canada ("National Bank") and Macquarie Bank Limited ("Macquarie") commitment to provide a gold prepayment facility (the "Gold Prepay" or the "Facility") for an initial advance of $150 million at closing, with an accordion feature for a further $100 million.
  
  
• The proceeds of the Financing Package will be used to advance the Company's five gold projects through various stages of development, refurbish the Lone Tree Plant, and fund resource expansion and infill drilling, as well as for working capital purposes.
  
  
• The proceeds of the Financing Package will also be used to extinguish the Company's existing debt obligations of approximately $175 million⁽⁴⁾.
  
  
• The Company continues to advance the potential sale of a non-core asset and plans to replace the existing convertible debentures to complete the recapitalization plan.

"In 2024, we announced a three-phase development plan to increase production to more than 600,000 ounces of gold⁽³⁾ to provide a clear and achievable path to positioning i-80 Gold as a mid-tier gold producer, alongside a plan to recapitalize the Company to support this growth strategy," said Richard Young, President and CEO. "Since then, we have significantly de-risked and advanced each asset, and we are now pleased to outline a clear financial path to fully fund Phase 1 and Phase 2^(2,3). With Granite Creek underground in operation, we are positioned to advance Archimedes and Cove underground projects plus Granite Creek open pit through to operation, complete the refurbishment of our central Lone Tree Plant, and continue to invest in exploration."

Mr. Young added, "The Financing Package also provides flexibility to accelerate the feasibility study and permitting work for the Mineral Point open pit project – our flagship asset and the final project planned in Phase 3. With several feasibility studies in progress, we continue to identify opportunities to optimize the development schedule."

Franco-Nevada Royalty

The Company has entered into a commitment letter with Franco-Nevada for $250 million in financing in exchange for a 1.5% life-of-mine ("LOM") net smelter return royalty, stepping up to a 3.0% LOM net smelter return royalty on January 1, 2031 (the "Royalty Financing"). The Royalty Financing is subject to customary closing conditions and is anticipated to be completed on or about March 17, 2026. The royalty payable to Franco-Nevada pursuant to the Royalty Financing would apply to production from all mineral properties in the portfolio, including Granite Creek, Cove, the Ruby Hill Complex and Lone Tree.

Upon closing of the Financing Package, $225 million of the Royalty Financing will be made available to the Company, of which $25 million is required to be allocated to the advancement of technical and early-stage permitting activities for Mineral Point in 2026. The remaining $25 million of the Royalty Financing is also expected to be made available in 2026 to further advance Mineral Point, following the expenditure of the initial disbursement toward the project. In total, the Financing Package allows the Company to allocate $50 million to advance resource expansion and infill drilling, technical and early-stage permitting activities at Mineral Point in 2026.

Gold Prepayment Facility

The Company has secured commitments for a Gold Prepay facility with National Bank and Macquarie, for an initial advance of $150 million at closing, with a $100 million accordion feature. Upon the closing of the Financing Package, the Company will have access to $150 million⁽⁵⁾, with the obligation to deliver 39,978 ounces of gold over a 30-month period beginning in January 2028. The accordion feature provides access to an additional $100 million for a 24-month period upon closing of the Facility, subject to customary conditions and lender approval. The Company anticipates executing the accordion feature in the first half of 2027, at which point the number of additional gold ounces to be delivered will be determined. The Company expects the total ounces to be delivered for the full $250 million facility to represent approximately 15% of total gold output over the projected period of January 2028 to June 2030. Closing of the Facility is subject to customary closing conditions and intercreditor arrangements and is anticipated to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2026.

Further, i-80 Gold selected the Facility with National Bank and Macquarie with a goal of transitioning the Gold Prepay into a corporate revolver following the completion of Phase 1 to fund the development of Mineral Point. Mineral Point currently hosts the Company's largest gold and silver mineral resources and is designed to be a large-scale oxide open pit heap leach project. Mineral Point represents Phase 3 of the development plan and its Preliminary Economic Assessment filed in Q1 2025 outlined a 17-year mine life with a LOM gold equivalent output of 282,000 ounces annually⁽⁶⁾. Assuming development as contemplated in the Preliminary Economic Assessment, Mineral Point is expected to drive company-wide gold output beyond a target of 600,000 ounces annually starting in 2032⁽³⁾, representing a significant change in the Company's output profile (see Figure 2 in Appendix).

"The commitments from Franco-Nevada, National Bank and Macquarie, following a detailed due diligence process, underscore the quality of our asset base, the depth of our team, and the credibility of our execution plan," said Ryan Snow, Chief Financial Officer. "After a competitive process, in which multiple term sheets were received and considered by the Company, the Financing Package represents a cost competitive, low dilution opportunity, while providing flexibility around the timing and the availability of capital to support our sequenced development plans across all three phases in our development plan. We are pleased to be working with long-term financial partners who are recognized in the mining sector and support our growth strategy."

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.  The securities referenced in this press release have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). The securities may not be offered or sold in the United States or for the account or benefit of U.S persons absent registration under the Securities Act or an applicable exemption from registration under the Securities Act.

Advisors

National Bank Capital Markets and SCP Resource Finance LP are acting as advisors in connection with the Royalty Financing. ATB Cormark Capital Markets and National Bank Capital Markets are acting as advisors in connection with a senior debt facility which resulted in the Gold Prepay. Stikeman Elliott LLP and Dorsey & Whitney, LLP are acting as legal advisors to the Company in connection with the Financing Package.

Technical Disclosure and Qualified Persons

The technical information contained in this press release has been prepared under the supervision of, and has been reviewed and approved by Paul Chawrun P.Eng., Chief Operating Officer, and Tyler Hill CPG., Vice President, Geology for the Company, each of whom are qualified persons within the meaning of National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and Subpart 1300 of Regulation S-K ("S-K 1300").

Endnotes

(1)	In May 2025, the Company completed a public offering of 345,760,000 units at $0.50 per unit for gross proceeds of $172,880,000, including exercise of the over-allotment option. Each unit consisted of one common share and one-half of one common share purchase warrant exercisable at $0.70 until November 16, 2027. A concurrent private placement for 22,240,000 units under the same terms generated $11,120,000 for aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $184,000,000, with up to $130,000,000 in additional proceeds assuming full exercise of the warrants over the next 18 months.
(2)	Based on LOM gold output and capital costs outlined in the most recent LOM schedules disclosed in the latest technical studies filed for each respective project and related property: the Lone Tree Facility, Granite Creek underground, Archimedes underground, Cove underground and Granite Creek open pit when using a gold price assumption of $3,600/oz for the purposes of anticipated cash flow from operations. While the economics of the latest technical studies were completed at $2,175/oz with gold price sensitivities of up to $3,000/oz, a gold price assumption of $3,600/oz is in line with current long term consensus prices.
(3)	Consolidated gold output estimates and average annual gold output targets are based on the most recent LOM output schedules disclosed in the latest technical studies filed for each respective project and related property: Granite Creek underground project, Archimedes underground project, Cove underground project, Granite Creek open pit project, and Mineral Point open pit project. These anticipated output figures are preliminary in nature and are based on mineral resources, which do not have demonstrated economic viability, and are not mineral reserves. In addition, each of the foregoing technical reports are preliminary economic assessments/initial assessments that are preliminary in nature and each include an economic analysis that is based, in part, on inferred mineral resources. Inferred mineral resources are considered too speculative geologically to have for the application of economic considerations applied to them that would enable them to be categorized as mineral reserves. As such, there is no certainty that the output targets will be realized. The anticipated output targets are also pending the refurbishment and commissioning of the Lone Tree Plant. The output targets presented herein are Company goals and not a projection of results and should not be taken as output guidance. All of the Company's projects are considered exploration stage projects under S-K 1300 because the Company has not determined mineral reserves at any of its properties pursuant to S-K 1300. With respect to Granite Creek underground and Archimedes underground, located on the Ruby Hill property, the Company has started extraction activities without determining mineral reserves. The following technical reports for each project and related property have been prepared in accordance with NI 43-101: Preliminary Economic Assessment Technical Report for the Cove Project, Lander County, Nevada (March 31, 2025); Preliminary Economic Assessment Technical Report for the Granite Creek Mine Project, Humboldt County, Nevada, USA (March 31, 2025); and Preliminary Economic Assessment NI 43-101 Technical Report for the Ruby Hill Project, Eureka Country, Nevada, USA (March 31, 2025). Corresponding technical reports prepared in accordance with S-K 1300 are as follows: Initial Assessment & Technical Report Summary for the Cove Project, Lander County, Nevada (March 26, 2025); Initial Assessment of the Granite Creek Mine, Humboldt County, NV (March 26, 2025); and Initial Assessment of the Ruby Hill Project, Eureka County NV (March 29, 2025).
(4)	The proceeds of the Financing Package will be used to retire all of the Company's existing debt obligations, including approximately $95 million to settle the Gold Prepay Agreement and the Convertible Loan with Orion Resource Partners (across various funds) with the exception of a Silver Purchase and Sale Agreement held by Orion Mine Finance Fund III (HG) Ltd. Additionally, Convertible Debentures amounting to approximately $86 million will be retired from the proceeds of the Financing Package. Convertible Debenture holders have the right to elect to convert accrued interest into i-80 Gold common shares.
(5)	Under the terms of the Gold Prepay, a condition precedent to the drawdown is a fully funded base case model following the completion of the recapitalization plan.
(6)	Gold equivalent ounces ("AuEq oz") defined as recovered Au oz plus recovered Ag oz times the price ratio of Ag to Au. AuEq = Au recovered oz + [(Ag recovered oz) x ($27.25/$2,175)].  LOM overall recoveries for Au and Ag in respect of the Mineral Point are 78% and 41% respectively. Output defined as process recovered ounces. The preliminary economic assessment for Mineral Point, titled "NI 43-101 Technical Report Preliminary Economic Assessment of the i-80 Gold Corp. Ruby Hill Project, Eureka County, NV," was filed on March 31, 2025, and was prepared in accordance with NI 43-101. The initial assessment for Mineral Point, titled "S-K 1300 Technical Report Summary Initial Assessment of the i-80 Gold Corp. Ruby Hill Project, Eureka County, NV," was filed on April 1, 2025, and was prepared in accordance with S-K 1300. The reports are accessible under the Company's issuer profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov, as applicable, as well as on the Company's website at www.i80gold.com.

About i-80 Gold Corp.

i-80 Gold Corp. is a Nevada-focused mining company committed to building a mid-tier gold producer through a new development plan to advance its high-quality asset portfolio. The Company is the fourth largest gold mineral resource holder in the state with a pipeline of high-grade multi-stage projects strategically located in Nevada's most prolific gold-producing trends. Leveraging its central processing facility following an anticipated refurbishment, i-80 Gold is executing a hub-and-spoke regional mining and processing strategy to maximize efficiency and growth. i-80 Gold's shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:IAU) and the NYSE American (NYSE:IAUX). For more information, visit www.i80gold.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward Looking Information

This press release includes certain "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as  "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "continues", "forecasts", "projects", "predicts", "intends", "anticipates" or "believes", or variations of, or the negatives of, such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "should", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be inaccurate and, as such, reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding , management's assessment of the Company's future plans and operations; expectations regarding the timing, execution and results of completing of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the development plan and the recapitalization plan; expectations regarding the anticipated closing of the Financing Package; expectations regarding the Company's plan to retire and replace its existing convertible debentures with new convertible debentures on terms more favourable to the Company; expectations regarding the anticipated execution of the accordion feature under the Facility; expectations regarding annual gold output increasing to a range of between 300,000 to 400,000 ounces of gold driven by three underground mines and one open pit oxide operation; refurbishment of the Lone Tree autoclave processing facility; completion of the recapitalization plan; the expected transition to creating a leading mid-tier gold producer in Nevada; expectations regarding the advancement of the Mineral Point project; management's assessment of the Mineral Point project;  and the ability to execute a sale of the Company's non-core asset. The Company's actual results, performance or achievement could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements and, accordingly, no assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits, if any, that the Company will derive therefrom. By their nature, forward looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond the Company's control, including general economic and industry conditions, volatility of commodity prices, title risks and uncertainties, uncertainty in geological, metallurgical and geotechnical studies and opinions, and ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources  such as selling assets, restructuring debt or obtaining additional equity capital on terms that may be onerous or highly dilutive. The Company's ability to refinance its indebtedness will depend on the capital markets and its financial condition at such time, currency fluctuations, construction and operational risks, licensing and permit requirements, environmental risks, competition from other industry participants, the lack of availability of qualified personnel or management, imprecision of mineral resource, or production or gold output estimates.  The Company's ability to complete the Financing Package will depend on its ability to satisfy the closing conditions required in such transactions.  

Please see "Risks Factors" in the Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q for more information regarding risks pertaining to the Company, which is available on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar and SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. Readers are encouraged to carefully review these risk factors as well as the Company's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release or as of the dates specified in such statements. The Company 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.

Additional information relating to i-80 Gold can be found on i-80 Gold's website at www.i80gold.com, SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar. The information included on, or accessible through, the Company's website is not incorporated by reference into this press release.

APPENDIX

Figure 1: i-80 Gold's three-phase development plan for its Nevada-based assets.

Figure 2: Anticipated average annual gold output.

 

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SOURCE i-80 Gold Corp

FAQ

What financing did i-80 Gold (IAUX) announce on February 12, 2026?

i-80 Gold announced a Financing Package up to $500 million combining a $250 million royalty and up to $250 million gold prepay. According to the company, proceeds plus prior equity raise bring over $800 million to fund development and recapitalization steps.

How much of the Franco-Nevada royalty funding will be available to IAUX at closing?

The company expects $225 million of the Franco-Nevada royalty to be available at closing. According to the company, $25 million of that is earmarked for Mineral Point permitting and an additional $25 million expected later in 2026.

What are the terms of the IAUX gold prepayment facility with National Bank and Macquarie?

IAUX will receive an initial $150 million advance and a $100 million accordion feature. According to the company, the prepay requires delivering 39,978 ounces over 30 months beginning January 2028, and the accordion is expected to be executed in H1 2027.

How will the Financing Package affect i-80 Gold’s debt position and capital plan?

The Financing Package is planned to extinguish approximately $175 million of existing debt. According to the company, combined funding supports replacing convertible debentures and completing Phase 1 and Phase 2 development funding.

What production increase does i-80 Gold expect from funding Phase 1 and Phase 2?

Phase 1 and Phase 2 are expected to raise annual production to about 300,000–400,000 ounces. According to the company, current output is under 50,000 ounces and projects include three underground mines and one oxide open pit in Nevada.

What role does Mineral Point play in i-80 Gold’s long-term output targets?

Mineral Point is the Phase 3 flagship expected to push output beyond 600,000 ounces annually starting in 2032 under PEA assumptions. According to the company, Mineral Point’s PEA shows a 17-year mine life and a LOM gold equivalent of 282,000 oz annually.