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UNITED
STATES
SECURITIES
AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington,
D.C. 20549
FORM
8-K
CURRENT
REPORT
Pursuant
to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date
of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2026
HYCROFT
MINING HOLDING CORPORATION
(Exact
name of registrant as specified in its charter)
| Delaware |
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001-38387 |
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82-2657796 |
(State
or other jurisdiction
of
incorporation) |
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(Commission
File
Number) |
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(IRS
Employer
Identification
No.) |
P.O.
Box 3030, Winnemucca, Nevada 89446
(Address
of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s
telephone number, including area code (775) 304-0260
(Former
name or former address, if changed since last report.)
Check
the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under
any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
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Written
communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) |
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Soliciting
material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) |
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Pre-commencement
communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) |
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Pre-commencement
communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) |
Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
| Title
of each class |
|
Trading
Symbol(s) |
|
Name
of each exchange on which registered |
| Class
A common stock, par value $0.0001 per share |
|
HYMC |
|
The
Nasdaq Stock Market LLC |
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405
of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging
growth company ☐
If
an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying
with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
| Item 2.02. |
Results of Operations and Financial Condition. |
On
October 27, 2026, Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release providing information about its
operating and financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. A copy of the press release is furnished with this Current
Report on Form 8-K as Exhibit 99.1.
The
information included in this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section
18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that
section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the
“Securities Act”), or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
| Item
5.02 |
Departure
of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. |
Organizational
Update
On
October 23, 2026, Stanton Rideout, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, notified the Board that effective March 16, 2027, he
will transition to the newly created position of Executive Vice President, Strategic Advisor. The Company will conduct a comprehensive
search for Mr. Rideout’s replacement. Mr. Rideout’s transition is not related to a disagreement with the Company on
any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices.
On
October 23, 2026, David Thomas, the Company’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, notified the Board
that he will retire effective March 31, 2027. After his retirement, Mr. Thomas will enter into a consulting agreement with the Company.
| Item 7.01. |
Regulation FD Disclosure. |
On
October 27, 2026, Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (the “Company”) furnished its updated corporate presentation to its
website at www.hycroftmining.com. A copy of the updated corporate presentation is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report
on Form 8-K.
In
accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information set forth in (i) this Item 7.01 and (ii) the updated corporate presentation
is being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document
filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference
in such filing.
| Item 9.01. |
Financial Statement and Exhibits. |
(d)
Exhibits
| Exhibit
No. |
|
Description |
| 99.1 |
|
Press Release, dated October 27, 2026 |
| 99.2 |
|
Corporate Presentation posted October 27, 2026 |
| 104 |
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Cover
Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document). |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant
to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by
the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
| Date:
October 27, 2026 |
Hycroft
Mining Holding Corporation |
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By: |
/s/
Rebecca A. Jennings |
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Rebecca
A. Jennings |
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Executive
Vice President and General Counsel |
Exhibit 99.1

Hycroft
Reports Q3 2026 Results and Maintains Strong Balance Sheet
October
27, 2026 – Winnemucca, NV – Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) (“Hycroft” or “the Company”),
a U.S.-based silver and gold development company that owns the Hycroft Mine, announces its third quarter results and the filing of its
Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Q3
Highlights
| ● | Maintained
safety record with more than 1.5 million work hours without a lost-time incident and
a 0.86 total recordable injury frequency rate (“TRIFR”) |
| ● | Maintained
strong balance sheet with $211 million in unrestricted cash and no debt, placing the
Company in a strong financial position to support ongoing exploration, technical studies,
and project advancement activities |
| ● | Continued
the 2025-2026 Exploration Drill Program with approximately 18,700 meters drilled since
the program began, with results continuing to demonstrate high-grade growth at Brimstone
and Vortex |
| ● | Michael
Deal Appointed Chief Operating Officer, bringing extensive mining, operational, and technical
experience as the Company advances exploration, technical studies, and development planning |
| ● | Appointed
four new independent directors, adding experience in mining operations, technical services,
finance, and corporate governance to the Board of Directors |
Current
and Future Work
| ● | The
Company, in collaboration with RESPEC Company LLC and Hatch Ltd., has been focused on the
conceptual design of a high-grade underground mine and processing facility. This work is
substantially complete and will be incorporated in the project optimization work planned
for 2027 |
| ● | The
current trade-off study between roasting and pressure oxidation (“POX”) processing
methods is also being finalized in the fourth quarter with the results expected to be released
in the first quarter of 2027 |
| ● | Drilling
at Brimstone and Vortex will continue as we grow and further define the full potential of
the high-grade systems |
| ● | Heap
leach metallurgical test work is underway and is expected to be completed in the first half
of 2027 |
Diane
Garrett, Executive Chairman and CEO, commented: “The third quarter marked meaningful progress for Hycroft, as we strengthened
the organization and continued to expand the high-grade silver systems at Brimstone and Vortex. Both systems continue to grow and remain
open in all directions and at depth. At the same time, we are optimizing development plans to unlock the highest value of this world-class
resource for the benefit of shareholders and other stakeholders. Our expanded leadership team and four new independent directors bring
the mining, technical, financial, and governance expertise needed to advance the project to production. With $211 million in cash and
no debt, we are well funded to execute our plan.”
Organizational
Update
Effective
March 16, 2027, Stan Rideout, Chief Financial Officer, will transition to the newly created position of Executive Vice President, Strategic
Advisor. Dr. Garrett commented, “Stan has been a valued partner whose financial leadership and strategic insight have been instrumental
in strengthening Hycroft’s foundation and advancing our long-term objectives. I look forward to continuing to work with Stan.”
The Company has commenced a search for a CFO.
Effective
April 30, 2027, David Thomas, who previously served as Senior Vice President, General Manager and most recently, Senior Vice President,
Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, will retire. To ensure a smooth transition, David will remain a consultant to the Company. Dr.
Garrett commented, “Throughout his tenure, David has been a respected leader both within our organization and across the community
where we operate. He played a pivotal role in strengthening our safety-first culture, reinforcing our commitment to ensuring every employee
returns home safely each day. His leadership also helped foster a collaborative, values-driven corporate culture that has contributed
significantly to our success. Beyond the Company, he built strong and lasting relationships with community leaders and stakeholders,
establishing trust and support for our operations. I look forward to his continuing support as we advance the project.”
About
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation
Hycroft
Mining Holding Corporation is a US-based gold and silver company exploring and developing the Hycroft Mine, among the world’s largest
precious metals deposits, located in Nevada, a Tier-1 mining jurisdiction. With a history of heap leach operations, Hycroft is advancing
to the next phase of operations for processing sulfide mineralization. In addition, Hycroft is engaged in a robust exploration drill
program (2025-2026 Exploration Drill Program) to expand and advance the two new high-grade silver systems, Brimstone and Vortex. These
discoveries represent a significant value driver for the Hycroft Mine.
For
Further Information
Investor
Relations:
E:
info@hycroftmining.com
P:
775-245-0564
Media:
Jos
Simson / Emily Moss
E:
hycroft@tavistock.co.uk
P:
+44 207 920 3150
www.hycroftmining.com
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Cautionary
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain
information set forth in this news release contains “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information”
within the meaning of applicable United States securities law (referred to herein as forward-looking statements). Forward-looking statements
are often identified by the use of words such as “may”, “will”, “could”, “would”, “anticipate”,
“believe”, “expect”, “intend”, “potential”, “estimate”, “budget”,
“scheduled”, “plans”, “planned”, “forecasts”, “goals” and similar expressions.
Except for statements of historical fact, certain information contained herein constitutes forward-looking statements which includes,
but is not limited to, statements with respect to: the future financial or operating performance of the Company, the Hycroft Mine and
its mineral properties; results from work performed to date; the estimation of mineral resources and reserves; the realization of mineral
resource and reserve estimates; the development, operational and economic results of the PEA for the Hycroft Mine, including cash flows,
revenue potential, development, expenditures, and timing thereof, extraction rates, LOM projections and cost estimates; timing of completion
of a technical report summarizing the results of the PEA; magnitude or quality of mineral deposits; anticipated advancement of the Project
mine plan; exploration expenditures, costs and timing of the development of new deposits; costs and timing of future exploration; permitting;
construction and optimization planning; estimates of metallurgical recovery rates; anticipated advancement of the Hycroft Mine, future
prospects and prospective inclusion of mineral resources in future mining activities; requirements for additional capital; the future
price of metals; government regulation of mining operations; environmental risks; the timing and possible outcome of pending regulatory
matters; the realization of the expected economics of the Project; future growth potential of the Project; and future development plans.
Forward-looking
statements are based on a number of factors and assumptions made by management and considered reasonable at the time such statement was
made. Assumptions and factors include: the Company’s ability to complete its planned exploration and development programs; the
absence of adverse conditions at the Hycroft Mine; no unforeseen operational delays; no material delays in obtaining necessary permits;
results of independent engineer technical reviews; the possibility of cost overruns and unanticipated costs and expenses; the price of
gold remaining at levels that continue to render the Hycroft Mine and the Company’s mineral properties economic; the Company’s
ability to continue raising necessary capital to finance operations; and the ability to realize on the mineral resource. Forward-looking
statements necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual performance and financial results in
future periods to differ materially from any projections of future performance or result expressed or implied by such forward-looking
statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: general business, economic and competitive uncertainties;
the actual results of current and future exploration activities; conclusions of economic evaluations; meeting various expected cost estimates;
benefits of certain technology usage; changes in the Hycroft Mine parameters and/or economic assessments as plans continue to be refined;
future prices of metals; possible variations of mineral grade or recovery rates; the risk that actual costs may exceed estimated costs;
geological, mining and exploration technical problems; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents,
labor disputes and other risks of the mining industry; delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing; risks related to local
communities; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development (including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses, permits
and approvals from government authorities); title to properties; and other factors beyond the Company’s control and as well as
those factors included herein and elsewhere in the Company’s public disclosure. Although the Company has attempted to identify
important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking
statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Readers
are advised to study and consider risk factors disclosed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, as amended, for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 2025, and all other quarterly filings, available on the EDGAR profile for the Company at www.sec.gov.
Investors
are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of
the date of this news release and, accordingly, are subject to change after such date. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation
to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements or the foregoing list of assumptions or factors, whether as a result
of new information, future events or otherwise, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Investors are urged to read the
Company’s filings with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission which can be viewed online under the Company’s profile on
EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
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