McEwen Inc. to Acquire Canadian Gold Corp. in All-Share Transaction Valued at C$0.60 Per Share
TL;DR
McEwen's acquisition of Canadian Gold Corp at a 96.7% premium provides shareholders with exposure to diversified producing assets and development projects including the high-grade Tartan Lake Gold Mine.
McEwen will acquire all Canadian Gold shares in an all-share transaction valued at C$0.60 per share, with completion expected in early January 2026, creating a wholly owned subsidiary.
This acquisition supports McEwen's commitment to building sustainable mining operations, including its Los Azules copper project designed to be carbon neutral by 2038.
Rob McEwen, who takes a $1 annual salary and has invested over $200 million personally, aims to replicate his Goldcorp success by building McEwen's profitability and value.
McEwen Inc. (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) and Canadian Gold Corp. (TSX-V: CGC) have announced a definitive agreement for McEwen to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of Canadian Gold in an all-share transaction valued at C$0.60 per share. This valuation represents a substantial 96.7% premium to Canadian Gold's prior closing price, signaling strong confidence in the strategic value of the acquisition. The transaction is expected to be completed in early January 2026, at which point Canadian Gold will become a wholly owned subsidiary of McEwen.
The acquisition provides significant implications for shareholders of both companies. Canadian Gold shareholders will gain exposure to McEwen's diversified portfolio of producing assets and development projects across the Americas. This includes McEwen's existing gold and silver mines located in prolific mineral-rich regions, specifically the Cortez Trend in Nevada, USA, the Timmins district of Ontario, Canada, and the Deseado Massif in Santa Cruz province, Argentina. Additionally, McEwen is considering reactivating a gold and silver mine in Mexico, further expanding its operational footprint.
Central to the transaction's strategic value is the addition of Canadian Gold's high-grade Tartan Lake Gold Mine Project in Manitoba to McEwen's development pipeline. This acquisition enhances McEwen's growth profile by leveraging operational synergies and expanding its asset base in Canada's established mining jurisdictions. The Tartan Lake project represents a significant development opportunity that complements McEwen's existing portfolio and strengthens its position in the North American gold mining sector.
McEwen's broader portfolio includes a 46.4% interest in the Los Azules copper development project in San Juan province, Argentina. This advanced-stage project is notable for its design as one of the world's first regenerative copper mines, with plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2038. The Los Azules project is situated in a region that hosts some of Argentina's largest copper deposits, positioning McEwen to benefit from growing global demand for copper in renewable energy and electrification applications.
The leadership structure at McEwen, led by Chairman and Chief Owner Rob McEwen, provides additional context for the acquisition's significance. McEwen maintains a personal cost basis for his investment in the companies exceeding $200 million and accepts an annual salary of $1, aligning his interests closely with shareholders. His track record includes building Goldcorp Inc. and implementing dividend policies, with current objectives focused on enhancing McEwen's profitability, share value, and eventual dividend implementation. McEwen's recognition includes receiving the Order of Canada, induction into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame, and winning the Ernest & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in the energy category.
For investors seeking additional information, the latest news and updates relating to McEwen are available in the company's newsroom at https://ibn.fm/MUX. The transaction represents a strategic consolidation in the mining sector that could influence market dynamics and investment opportunities in precious metals and copper development projects across the Americas.
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