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Barrick Mining Files for New York IPO of North American Gold Unit

Barrick Mining has filed for an initial public offering of its North American business, American Barrick Gold, on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ABGC.

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In brief

  • Barrick Mining filed for an IPO of its North American business, American Barrick Gold, on the NYSE under symbol ABGC.
  • American Barrick Gold holds stakes in Nevada Gold Mines and the Pueblo Viejo mine in the Dominican Republic.
  • Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities, RBC Capital Markets and Citigroup are listed as lead underwriters across the sources.
  • Barrick Mining would retain a majority stake and receive a $1.2-billion annual dividend paid quarterly.

Barrick Mining Files for New York IPO of North American Gold Unit

Barrick Mining has filed for an initial public offering of its North American business in New York, according to IndexBox, which cites Mining Weekly. The company plans to list on the NYSE under the symbol ABGC, per filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

IPO Details

Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities and RBC Capital Markets are serving as underwriters for the offering, according to IndexBox. TradingView, in its summary of the SEC filing, also lists Citigroup as a lead underwriter. The proposed price range and share count have not yet been disclosed.

American Barrick Gold Assets

American Barrick Gold is a gold producer with mining and exploration interests in Nevada and the Dominican Republic. Its main operating interests are a 61.5% controlling stake in Nevada Gold Mines, operated through a joint venture with Newmont, and a 60% controlling stake in the Pueblo Viejo mine, also operated with Newmont. The company describes itself as the largest gold producer with a portfolio located entirely in North America.

Financials and Leadership

Attributable gold production was 2.0 million ounces in 2025 and 951,000 ounces in the six months ended June 30, 2026, according to TradingView's summary of the SEC filing. Revenue was $7.259 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026, an increase of 61% compared with the same period in 2025. Net income was $3.225 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026.

Mark Hill is to become chief executive of American Barrick Gold, according to IndexBox. TradingView lists Mark Hill as President and Chief Executive Officer.

Under the proposed separation, Barrick Mining would retain a majority stake in American Barrick Gold's common stock following the IPO and would receive an annual dividend of $1.2-billion paid on a quarterly basis, according to IndexBox. TradingView states that proceeds are expected to repay a dividend-related promissory note to Barrick, with the remainder for general corporate purposes.

Why it matters

The IPO is viewed as one of the most closely watched public offerings among gold miners in recent years, according to IndexBox. Barrick shares closed down 5.61% on the Toronto Stock Exchange on Tuesday, according to IndexBox.


Sources

This article was drafted with AI assistance and checked against the sources above. Company claims are reported as claims. Cover image is AI-generated.

Questions readers ask

What is Barrick Mining filing for in New York?
Barrick Mining has filed for an initial public offering of its North American business, which plans to list on the NYSE under the symbol ABGC.
Who are the underwriters for the IPO?
Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities, and RBC Capital Markets are serving as underwriters, with TradingView also listing Citigroup as a lead underwriter.
What are the key assets of American Barrick Gold?
American Barrick Gold holds a 61.5% controlling stake in Nevada Gold Mines and a 60% controlling stake in the Pueblo Viejo mine, both operated with Newmont.
What were the financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026?
Revenue was $7.259 billion, net income was $3.225 billion, and attributable gold production was 951,000 ounces for the six months ended June 30, 2026.
What will happen to Barrick Mining's stake after the IPO?
Barrick Mining will retain a majority stake in American Barrick Gold's common stock and receive an annual dividend of $1.2-billion paid on a quarterly basis.

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