Orla Mining (ORLA) investor Fairfax trims stake, still owns 20.3% of shares
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Orla Mining Ltd. shareholder Fairfax Financial Holdings and its affiliates filed an amended Schedule 13D after selling 25,000,000 common shares of Orla on December 4, 2025 at CDN$17.6435 per share, for aggregate proceeds of approximately CDN$441.1 million. The sale was described as part of a rebalancing of Fairfax’s investment portfolios.
After this transaction, the reporting group beneficially owns 78,074,283 Orla shares, representing 20.3% of the class, based on 339,896,220 shares issued and outstanding as of November 11, 2025 (including assumed conversion or exercise of Fairfax-held convertible notes and warrants). The filing lists detailed ownership and voting/dispositive power across numerous Fairfax-related entities and notes that they may buy or sell additional Orla securities in the future depending on market and other factors.
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Fairfax trims its Orla Mining position but remains a major 20.3% holder.
Fairfax Financial Holdings and affiliated entities disclose that they sold
After the sale, the group reports beneficial ownership of
The filing also states that while there are no present plans to sell additional Orla securities, Fairfax-related entities may choose to buy or sell more shares based on price, market conditions, funding, and alternative opportunities. Subsequent ownership updates in future beneficial ownership filings will provide clarity if Fairfax makes further meaningful changes to its Orla position.
FAQ
What did Fairfax disclose in this amended Schedule 13D for Orla Mining (ORLA)?
The filing reports that Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited and its affiliates amended their Schedule 13D for Orla Mining Ltd. after selling 25,000,000 Orla common shares on December 4, 2025. It updates their beneficial ownership levels, voting power, and dispositive power across multiple related entities.
How many Orla Mining shares did Fairfax sell and at what price?
Certain Fairfax-related reporting persons sold an aggregate of 25,000,000 Orla common shares at a price of CDN$17.6435 per share, for total proceeds of approximately CDN$441.1 million. The sale is described as occurring in connection with a rebalancing of Fairfax’s investment portfolios.
What is Fairfax’s current ownership stake in Orla Mining after the sale?
The reporting group states that it beneficially owns 78,074,283 Orla shares, representing 20.3% of the class. This percentage is based on 339,896,220 Orla shares issued and outstanding as of November 11, 2025, assuming conversion or exercise of the convertible notes and warrants held by the reporting persons.
How is the Orla Mining ownership distributed among Fairfax and its affiliates?
The filing provides separate cover pages for numerous entities, including V. Prem Watsa, several Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited subsidiaries, FFHL Group Ltd., Odyssey Group Holdings, Inc., Crum & Forster Holdings Corp., and multiple Allied World entities. Each entry lists the aggregate shares beneficially owned, and the sole or shared voting and dispositive power for that entity.
On what share count does Fairfax base its 20.3% Orla Mining ownership figure?
The reported 20.3% ownership is calculated using 339,896,220 Orla common shares issued and outstanding as of November 11, 2025, as reported by Orla. This calculation assumes the conversion or exercise of all convertible notes and warrants held by the Fairfax reporting group into Orla shares.
Does Fairfax indicate future intentions regarding its Orla Mining investment?
The filing states that none of the reporting persons has present plans to sell additional Orla shares or other Orla securities. However, it also notes that one or more Fairfax-affiliated entities, including reporting persons, may decide to sell or purchase additional Orla securities in the open market or otherwise, depending on price, market conditions, availability of funds, and alternative investments.
Who signed the amended Orla Mining Schedule 13D on behalf of Fairfax and its affiliates?
V. Prem Watsa signed multiple signature blocks, including as reporting person and as President or Director for several entities, with signature dates of December 8, 2025. Peter Clarke also signed several blocks as President and Chief Operating Officer or as Attorney-In-Fact for various affiliates.