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📈 Barrick Mining Beats Q4 Estimates, Advances North American Gold IPO Plans

• Strong Profit & Cash Flow
Barrick Mining delivered better-than-expected Q4 2025 results, with adjusted EPS of $1.04 vs. ~90¢ consensus and robust revenue of about $6 billion, lifted by higher gold prices and production.

• Record Financial Metrics
The company reported record quarterly operating cash flow and strong free cash flow performance across 2025, supporting dividends and capital returns.

• Dividend & Buybacks
Barrick’s board approved a 40% increase in the quarterly base dividend, declared $0.42/share, and continued a $1.5 billion share repurchase program.

• North American IPO in Motion
Management is moving ahead with preparations for an initial public offering (IPO) of its North American gold assets (“NewCo”), expected by late 2026, while retaining a majority stake.

💡 Expert Insight:
A strong earnings beat plus strategic moves — like the North American spin-off — signal Barrick is aiming to unlock shareholder value while balancing operational performance and capital returns.

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