6-K
Barrick Mining Corp (B)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
Form 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of May 2025
Commission File Number: 1-9059
Barrick Mining Corporation
(Registrant’s name)
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SIGNATURES
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| Date: May 7, 2025 | BARRICK MINING CORPORATION | |
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| By: | /s/ Joseph Heckendorn | |
| Name: | Joseph Heckendorn | |
| Title: | Vice-President, Corporate Secretary and<br><br><br>Associate General Counsel |
EXHIBIT INDEX
EX-99.1
Exhibit 99.1
Barrick Reports Solid Q1 Results and Progress on Strategic Growth Objectives
| First Quarter 2025 Results<br><br><br>All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated |
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Toronto, May 7, 2025 – Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:GOLD^[1]^)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) today reported a solid start to the financial year, making significant headway on its long-term strategy and advancing its global portfolio of Tier One^[2]^ gold and copper assets.
Net earnings per share increased 59% year-on-year to $0.27 with adjusted net earnings per share^[3]^ growing by 84% year-on-year to $0.35. Operating cash flow of $1.2 billion was also up 59% while free cash flow^[4]^ of $375 million improved materially compared to Q1 2024, driving net debt reduction of 5% over the quarter. The Board again approved a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share while the Company repurchased $143 million of its shares, consistent with its commitment to shareholder returns.
Gold production of 758,000 ounces was at the top end of guidance with copper production increasing to 44,000 tonnes year-over-year on improved costs. The average realized gold price^[5],[6]^ for the quarter of $2,898 per ounce, up 40% from the prior year, supported stronger margins despite ongoing expansion work at Pueblo Viejo and planned maintenance at Nevada Gold Mines—initiatives that will position both mines for a stronger output next quarter and the rest of the year. Full-year guidance for both gold and copper remains unchanged.
President and CEO Mark Bristow said that during the quarter, Barrick significantly advanced several key growth projects. “At Reko Diq and Lumwana, owner teams have been mobilized, long-lead items secured, and Fluor and Hatch appointed as engineering partners, respectively. These projects will materially grow Barrick’s copper and gold production and support our goal to organically grow our gold-equivalent ounces by 30% by the end of the decade.^[7]^ We also progressed with the Pueblo Viejo ramp up and tailings expansion—critical to unlocking its full value—and transitioned Fourmile to prefeasibility with 16 rigs now active, targeting high-confidence substantial resource additions,” he said.
| Full year gold and copper<br><br><br>guidance maintained |
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| Costs per ounce expected to<br><br><br>trend lower during the year |
| 59% increase in operating<br><br><br>cash flow to $1.2 billion<br> <br>compared to Q1 2024 |
| Q1 net EPS $0.27<br><br><br>Q1 adjusted net EPS^[3]^ $0.35 |
| $143 million in share buybacks; $0.10 per share dividend |
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Key Performance Indicators
Best Assets…
| ∎ | Q1 gold production at the top end of 700-750koz guidance range with full year gold and copper production targets on track<br> |
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| ∎ | Costs per ounce expected to trend lower over rest of year driven by higher production |
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| ∎ | Ongoing improvements at Nevada Gold Mines, including open pit unit costs for Carlin lowest in three years<br> |
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| ∎ | Canadian exploration teams advance a pipeline of opportunities with drilling in progress on most prospective target<br> |
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| ∎ | New discovery emerges within Reko Diq mining license |
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Key Growth Projects…
| ∎ | Pueblo Viejo throughput improvement projects completed successfully; ramp up remains on track to deliver on guidance<br> |
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| ∎ | Fourmile ramping up to 16 rigs running to define substantial extensions to mineral resources, in support of Bullion Hill<br>decline development |
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| ∎ | Reko Diq and Lumwana transition to execution with the appointment of Fluor and Hatch engineering partners, respectively<br> |
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| ∎ | Exploration MoU signed with the Government of Zambia to further support investment in Lumwana and ground beyond its<br>footprint |
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| ∎ | Design and construction engineer appointed for new tailings storage facility at Pueblo Viejo and early works commenced<br> |
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Leader in Sustainability…
| ∎ | 57% and 44% decrease in LTIFR^[8]^ and TRIFR^[8]^ respectively when compared to same quarter last year |
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| ∎ | Over 31,000 Critical Control Verification on our Fatal Risks completed globally |
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| ∎ | All National Environmental Permits received for Reko Diq and the IFC disclosed completion of their independent<br>review of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment |
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| ∎ | First new houses successfully handed over to families at host site for the Pueblo Viejo tailings storage facility<br>resettlement project |
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Delivering Value…
| ∎ | $1 billion value unlocked in sale of stake in Donlin Gold Project | |
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| ∎ | Operating cash flow of $1.2 billion for the quarter—59% higher than Q1 2024 | |
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| ∎ | Free cash flow^[4]^ of $375 million for the quarter driving net debt<br>reduction of 5% over the quarter | |
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| ∎ | Net earnings per share of $0.27 and adjusted net earnings per<br>share^[3]^ of $0.35 cents for the quarter | |
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| ∎ | $0.10 per share quarterly dividend declared and another $143 million in share buybacks | |
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Financial and Operating Highlights
| Q4 2024 | Q1 2024 | ||||
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| Financial Results ( millions) | |||||
| Net earnings[9] | 474 | 996 | 295 | ||
| Adjusted net earnings[3] | 603 | 794 | 333 | ||
| Attributable EBITDA[10] | 1,361 | 1,697 | 907 | ||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 1,212 | 1,392 | 760 | ||
| Free cash flow[4] | 375 | 501 | 32 | ||
| Net earnings per share | 0.27 | 0.57 | 0.17 | ||
| Adjusted net earnings per share[3] | 0.35 | 0.46 | 0.19 | ||
| Total attributable capital expenditures[11],[12] | 631 | 758 | 572 | ||
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| Gold | |||||
| Production[5] (thousands of ounces) | 758 | 1,080 | 940 | ||
| Realized gold price[5],[6] (/oz) | 2,898 | 2,657 | 2,075 | ||
| Gold COS[5],[13] (Barrick’s share) (/oz) | 1,629 | 1,428 | 1,425 | ||
| Gold TCC[5],[14] (/oz) | 1,220 | 1,046 | 1,051 | ||
| Gold AISC[5],[14] (/oz) | 1,775 | 1,451 | 1,474 | ||
| Copper | |||||
| Production[5] (thousands of tonnes) | 44 | 64 | 40 | ||
| Realized copper price[5],[6] (/lb) | 4.51 | 3.96 | 3.86 | ||
| Copper COS[5],[13] (Barrick’s share) (/lb) | 2.92 | 2.62 | 3.20 | ||
| Copper C1 cash costs[5],[15] (/lb) | 2.25 | 2.04 | 2.40 | ||
| Copper AISC[5],[15] (/lb) | 3.06 | 3.07 | 3.59 | ||
| Financial Position ( millions) | As at3/31/25 | As at<br>12/31/24 | As at<br>3/31/24 | ||
| Debt (current and long term) | 4,727 | 4,729 | 4,725 | ||
| Cash and equivalents | 4,104 | 4,074 | 3,942 | ||
| Debt, net of cash | 623 | 655 | 783 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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Barrick’s global exploration teams continued to expand and advance our pipeline of projects and opportunities, with drilling underway across high-potential targets in the Americas, Africa and Asia. A new discovery has emerged within the Reko Diq mining license, further confirming the potential and world-class mineral endowment of the district. In Canada, a key destination for the group, focused exploration is advancing multiple opportunities.
At the same time, Barrick’s $1 billion sale of its 50% interest in Donlin realizes immediate value and ensures we maintain a sharp focus on developing a future pipeline of the best Tier One^[2]^ assets, such as Fourmile. Similarly, the Company also continues to progress the planned divestments of Tongon and Hemlo, in line with its strategy.
Bristow said the first quarter highlighted Barrick’s distinct approach to growth—one that avoids the pitfalls of industry short-termism in favor of long-term, internally funded value creation. “We’ve built a global mining company with the financial strength, technical capacity and operational depth to grow organically. Our performance this quarter reflects delivery across all our strategic pillars: from reserve replacement and portfolio optimization, to the ramp-up of world-class projects and reinvestment in exploration.”
“While others pursue shortcuts through M&A, we continue to invest in our own future—by building and not just buying—thereby creating real value for our shareholders. With no need to raise new equity or increase debt to fund our growth, Barrick remains uniquely well positioned to maintain a strong balance sheet while delivering sustainable returns and long-term value for shareholders,” Bristow said.
Along with its world-class portfolio of six Tier One^[2]^ gold mines, Barrick is building a substantial copper business, which will be a meaningful contributor to growing production volumes in the coming years and beyond. Hence the decision to change the Company’s name to Barrick Mining Corporation and its ticker symbol to ‘B’ on the New York Stock Exchange.
Q1 2025 Results Presentation
Mark Bristow will host a live presentation of the results today at 11:00 AM ET, with an interactive webinar linked to a conference call. Participants will be able to ask questions.
The Q1 presentation materials will be available on Barrick’s website at www.barrick.com and the webinar will remain on the website for later viewing.
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Barrick Reports Share Repurchases
and Declares Q1 Dividend
Barrick today announced the declaration of a dividend of $0.10 per share for the first quarter of 2025.The dividend is consistent with the Company’s Performance Dividend Policy announced at the start of 2022.
The Q1 2025 dividend will be paid on June 16, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 30, 2025.
In addition to the quarterly dividend, Barrick repurchased approximately 7.69 million shares during Q1 under the share buyback program that was announced in February 2025.
“Our operating performance and growing margins have allowed us to provide significant returns to shareholders during the quarter through the combination of dividends and share buybacks at a compelling valuation. At the same time, Barrick’s balance sheet continues to be one of the strongest in the industry, ensuring we have the liquidity to invest in our significant growth projects,” said senior executive vice-president and chief financial officer Graham Shuttleworth.
BoardStrengthened With Two New Directors
Barrick’s shareholders have elected Ben van Beurden and Pekka Vauramo to its board as IndependentDirectors at the Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on May 6.
Chairman John Thornton said the election of these two experienced business leaders reflected Barrick’s ongoing commitment to board renewal and diversity, aimed at ensuring the Company has the leadership required to navigate evolving industry dynamics.
“The addition of van Beurden, with his extensive international experience in the extractive industry and Vauramo who has significant global mining engineering experience will strengthen the board’s operational depth and strategic oversight as Barrick advances its plan to increase gold equivalent production by 30% by 2030.^[7]^ Both bring exceptional leadership, a global perspective and deep industry knowledge, with expertise in sustainable business practices that will support our commitment to delivering long-term value to shareholders while maintaining our leadership in responsible mining,” Thornton said.
In 2024, Barrick’s ESG & Nominating Committee undertook a comprehensive review of the Board’s composition, identifying opportunities to enhance extractive industry and mining expertise along with global leadership experience to better align with the Company’s strategic objectives.
Ben van Beurden, former CEO of Shell, offers four decades of global experience in the energy sector. He is credited with leading Shell’s transition toward a more diversified and sustainable energy portfolio, alongside
corporate simplification efforts that enhanced efficiency and shareholder value. He currently serves as Senior Advisor on energy transition investments at KKR and is the incoming chairman of Clariant.
Pekka Vauramo, former CEO of Metso and previously of Finnair, brings a strong track record in operational leadership and strategic transformation across the mining, logistics, and services sectors. At Metso, he led the merger with Outotec, forming a global leader in sustainable mineral and metal processing technologies. His background also includes senior roles at Sandvik, Cargotec, and Outokumpu, as well as extensive board experience.
Thornton added that the 10 board directors comprised an experienced team with a mosaic of skills, whose diversity of backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints effectively represented Barrick’s stakeholders globally.
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Barrick Name Change Signals
Intent to Lead In Gold and Copper
The proposed name change from Barrick Gold Corporation to Barrick Mining Corporation was approved atthe Company’s Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders, held on May 6, 2025.
In conjunction with this change, Barrick’s common shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange will now trade under the ticker symbol ‘B’ instead of ‘GOLD’, effective May 9, while the ticker symbol ‘ABX’ for its common shares listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange will remain unchanged.
Mark Bristow says Barrick’s vision is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper exploration, development and mining business. “Along with our world-class portfolio of six Tier One^[2]^ gold mines, we are building a substantial copper business which will be a meaningful contributor to growing our production volumes in the coming years and beyond.”
“Our new name and our new stock symbol, ‘B’, better reflect Barrick’s current business and our mission to achieve sustainable and profitable gold and copper growth. Gold remains core to our foundation, and we will continue to explore for and develop new gold mines, including the expansion of Pueblo Viejo, the exciting Fourmile gold project in Nevada and exemplified by the Reko Diq project with its world class mix of both copper and gold,” Bristow said.
He said that following the merger with Randgold Resources five years ago, management had set out a new strategy to reposition the Company as the world’s most valued miner by owning long-life, sustainable Tier One^[2]^ gold and copper assets, operated by the best people and delivering sector-leading returns.
“After the merger, Barrick quickly created its value foundation by combining its Nevada assets with Newmont’s, creating Nevada Gold Mines—the world’s largest gold mining complex. Barrick also focused its attention on re-energizing and consolidating its Tanzanian gold mines, invested in expanding Pueblo Viejo to reach its full potential and turned Kibali into one of the world’s greenest and most automated mines,” says Bristow.
At the same time, Barrick recognized the growing strategic importance of copper and is looking to turn the Lumwana mine into one of largest producers of the metal which, along with the undeveloped Reko Diq copper-gold deposit, will support a planned 30% growth in gold equivalent ounces by the end of the decade.^[7]^
“Our strong balance sheet and cashflows from existing operations position us to confidently invest in our own future as well as navigate most commodity price scenarios. At the same time, they enable us to increase shareholder returns through enhanced share buybacks and dividends,” he said.
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Successful Barrick Academy
Scales Up Across All Regions
Barrick is scaling up the successful Barrick Leadership Academy across all its regions, marking a majormilestone in the Company’s commitment to cultivating world-class frontline leadership.
Following its successful launch in the Africa & Middle East region at the now closed Buzwagi mine in Tanzania, where it has already trained more than 2,000 supervisors, the program is being expanded across the group with frontline leaders in every region—including Latin America and Asia Pacific—expected to have access to the Academy’s tailored development curriculum by the end of the year.
Representatives from Latin America and Asia Pacific attended sessions at the Buzwagi training center earlier this year, ahead of the regional launch planned for October 2025.
The program is being extended to Nevada Gold Mines with the first cohort launched in April 2025. Ultimately, 700 frontline leaders—including supervisors, general supervisors, and superintendents—will complete the training. Delivered through immersive, in-person workshops and follow-up coaching, the program is providing practical tools for people management and business optimization, including a Lean Management project component. Graduates present their final projects to members of NGM’s Senior Leadership Team.
The Barrick Academy provides a consistent leadership framework rooted in the Company’s DNA, equipping frontline leaders with practical tools to manage teams effectively, drive operational excellence, and align with key performance indicators. The training emphasizes adaptability, helping leaders respond to dynamic industry challenges and foster continuous improvement.
Human resources executive Darian Rich said, “The Barrick Academy is more than a leadership program, it’s a cornerstone of our strategy to build a high-performance culture across our operations. By investing in the development of our people and delivering consistent training across our global sites, we’re empowering our frontline leaders to drive results, innovation, and long-term success.”
Meanwhile, at its Reko Diq project, Barrick launched the International Graduate Development Program for Reko Diq in July 2023. Selected from thousands of applicants, Balochistan graduates are undertaking intensive on-the-job training at Barrick sites around the world, including Veladero in Argentina and Lumwana in Zambia. Nine graduates have successfully completed the first year, with 18 more recently selected to join the program.
This hands-on global exposure equips young professionals from Balochistan with practical skills and insights into world-class mining operations. Upon completion, participants will return to the Reko Diq project, where they are expected to play key roles in its development, support community upliftment, and help ensure that the mine’s leadership structure reflects the region it serves.
“From top executives to frontline supervisors, we believe great leadership drives great performance. That’s why we’ve made significant investments not only in developing technical capabilities but also in strengthening leadership at every level of the business. Through initiatives like the Barrick Academy and other global training programs, we are building a flat, agile organization equipped to respond to changing market dynamics, accelerate innovation, and create long-term value for all our stakeholders,” said Rich.
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The Phoenix mine in Nevada.
Recovering Value From Tailings
As part of a broader strategy to recover value from legacy tailings while improving environmentaloutcomes, Nevada Gold Mines is recovering sulphide concentrate from the copper and gold tailings at the Phoenix mine in Nevada, providing a valuable energy input for the roasters and autoclaves at NGM’s Carlin and Turquoise Ridge operations.
By removing sulphide from the tailings, the initiative reduces acid-generating water potential and enhances the long-term environmental profile of the Phoenix site when it comes to designing its closure—aligning with Barrick’s commitment to responsible mine closure and sustainable development.
Although Phoenix is still producing both gold and copper the repurposed flotation circuit and new filtration plant is designed to scavenge sulphide, along with residual gold concentrations from the final process tailings. At the same time, the sulphide concentrate being produced onsite helps reduce the need for imported sulphur prill—a key “fuel” component in the roasting process which leads to more efficient roaster performance.
Similarly in the pressure oxidation process, it also lowers the need for boilers to produce steam (to heat slurry) in the autoclaves. This cuts both energy use and processing costs, delivering operational efficiencies across the network explains the General Manager of Phoenix mine, Robert Tucker.
By producing sulphide concentrate on site, Barrick is avoiding the need to haul in sulphur from external sources, further reducing the project’s carbon footprint and associated logistics costs, says metallurgy, engineering and capital projects executive John Steele.
“We are currently producing approximately 400 tonnes of sulphide concentrate daily from Phoenix, with a target of reaching 1,000 tonnes per day by year-end. The program complements similar recovery efforts at Golden Sunlight in Montana—a closed site—highlighting Barrick’s strategy to maximize value from its closed operations by turning legacy materials into productive inputs,” Steele says.
Barrick’s approach to mine closure was integrated from the outset, aiming to deliver lasting, positive, and sustainable legacies for local communities while still getting value from the asset, he said.
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The Nuevos Horizontes (New Horizons) community.
Pueblo Viejo Resettlement Reaches Milestone
In a development undertaken to ‘best in class standards’, 18 Dominican families have beensuccessfully resettled to a new model community called Nuevos Horizontes (New Horizons), paving the way for several hundred more.
This marks a critical milestone in the broader resettlement program to enable the development of the El Naranjo Tailings Storage Facility (“TSF”), essential to the continued expansion of Barrick’s Pueblo Viejo mine.
Pueblo Viejo is one of the world’s top 10 gold mines and a cornerstone of Barrick’s global gold portfolio. Since 2019, Barrick has been repositioning the asset to realize its full potential of producing 800,000 ounces of gold a year (100% basis) over a 20-year mine life^[16]^ and unlocking approximately 13.9 million ounces of gold reserves with the Expansion Project based on a gold price of $1,400 per ounce.^[17]^
Group sustainability executive Grant Beringer said the selection of El Naranjo as the site for the new TSF followed an extensive technical and stakeholder engagement process that began in 2021 and involved more than 3,000 community engagements. The resettlement itself was progressing in accordance with both Dominican law and the International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standards 5.
“The goal is to ensure that all resettled households are demonstrably better off, with improved access to infrastructure, services and importantly sustainable
livelihoods. A total of 220 houses have been constructed at the new site, with more than 500 expected to be completed by year-end. To date, 128 families have accepted their resettlement packages and have been assigned homes for relocation in 2025,” Beringer said.
Replacement of community assets—including schools, churches, and public facilities—is being carried out on a like-for-like basis, with guaranteed access to municipal services. Additional community improvements include a potable water treatment plant, sewage infrastructure, paved roads and dedicated spaces for business and recreation.
Beringer said, “The expansion project and associated resettlement program reflect Barrick’s long-term commitment to responsible development. The creation of the El Naranjo TSF is a key step in unlocking Pueblo Viejo’s full value, and we are doing so in a way that places people at the center of our approach. This isn’t just a resettlement—it’s a transformation, and it’s being delivered to world-class standards.”
Pueblo Viejo remained a significant economic engine for the Dominican Republic, contributing approximately $1.3 million per day in taxes and accounting for 38% of national goods exported (on a 100% basis). In 2024, the mine spent $574 million nationally and $48 million locally (on a 100% basis) on procurement, and employs nearly 3,000 Dominicans, excluding contractors, Beringer said.
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Canada possesses the endowment, geological prospectivity and recent discovery record that supports the potential for the discovery of new world-class deposits.
Canadian Exploration
Barrick’s Strategic Approach to a Tier One Discovery in Canada
Barrick is a geologically focused organization with a long track record of value creation throughexploration and organic growth.
This is demonstrated by its industry-leading depletion replacement record, where the Company continues to grow reserves net of depletion without sacrificing the quality of its orebodies. A long-term exploration strategy is essential to support this delivery, and Barrick continues to invest in exploration across the globe, with Canada as a core part of this approach.
Canada possesses the endowment, geological prospectivity and recent discovery record that supports the potential for the discovery of new world-class deposits. Following the merger with Randgold, Barrick immediately strengthened the Canadian exploration team, bringing together subject matter experts, regional specialists and field geologists that are highly motivated to discover the next world-class gold deposit in Canadian territory.
Barrick’s exploration strategy is based around simultaneously using innovative exploration technologies and techniques combined with a profound geological understanding to identify the most fertile geologic domains and consolidate dominant land positions to evaluate and build a high-quality project pipeline. Over the past three years the exploration team has systematically evaluated 22 advanced opportunities and more than 40 early-stage projects and has separately consolidated and explored four separate project areas through multi-season field campaigns—and the work continues.
Barrick is evaluating opportunities across Canada, focusing our own generative efforts within the highly productive Precambrian Superior Region, recognized as one of the world’s most gold-endowed geological regions. Through this ongoing generative program, the exploration team secured access to numerous properties that are being evaluated using Barrick’s exploration expertise. Barrick’s active exploration portfolio in Canada presently covers approximately 730 square kilometers.
As an example of ongoing work, at a recently established project in the Abitibi Region, we are in the process of completing deep framework drilling through thick cover in an under-explored portion of the belt. In western Ontario, in the Wabigoon greenstone belt, Barrick’s Sturgeon Lake project has progressed from land consolidation to the identification of several large-scale geochemical anomalies characteristic of alkalic magmatic-hydrothermal and orogenic gold systems which are associated with altered and deformed structures mapped at surface. Aggressive testing of these targets will continue through 2025 and beyond.
As the evaluation of this portfolio advances, maintaining a substantial pipeline of projects is critical in supporting a long-term strategy into the future. The latest generative work using recently collected data has identified 18 new areas of interest in Quebec and Ontario that are being prioritized and secured for assessment this season. These priority areas and additional projects to emerge from Barrick’s ongoing generative work along with the continual assessment of third party opportunities form the foundation of Barrick’s long-term commitment to discovering new, world class-deposits in Canada.
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Reko Diq one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper-gold projects.
Reko Diq JV Shareholders Approve Project, Select Fluor as EPCM
The Reko Diq Joint Venture shareholders have approved the project’s updated Feasibility Study and conditionally approved the associated Phase 1 development capital subject to the closing of up to $3 billion limited recourse project financing, allowing the project to advance with major works in 2025, while maintaining the target for first production by the end of 2028.
At the same time, the shareholders have selected Fluor Corporation as the lead Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (“EPCM”) partner to work alongside the Barrick Owner’s Team in the detailed design and construction of the project.
At the recent Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum in Islamabad, Mark Bristow said this important milestone reflected the support of the governments of Balochistan and Pakistan, in partnership with Barrick, to develop one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper-gold projects. The project is located in the province of Balochistan, Pakistan, and operated by Barrick.
“The selection of Fluor as our EPCM partner strengthens our ability to execute the Reko Diq project with the technical rigor, operational discipline and socio-environmental responsibility that are hallmarks of both companies,” said Bristow.
“We look forward to working closely with Fluor to ensure that Reko Diq delivers lasting value to all our stakeholders, particularly the people of Balochistan and Pakistan.”
Fluor will be supported by a range of expert engineering consultants including Knight Piesold, PRDW and Vecturis, who have worked with the Barrick Owner’s Team throughout the Feasibility Study.
Bristow said the selection of Fluor reflected a shared commitment to delivering large-scale mining projects safely, responsibly and efficiently, while maximizing local content and community development. Metso, Weir and Komatsu have also been selected as key partners to the project, providing the majority of the processing and mining equipment.
“These engineering and supply partnerships bring extensive global experience in delivering large copper concentrate projects in challenging jurisdictions, including high-altitude, remote and logistically complex environments. This expertise aligns strongly with Barrick’s own track record of successfully developing and operating major projects in challenging jurisdictions around the world,” he said.
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The cover image of Barrick’s annual report for 2024 shows the 3D geological model of the Cortez district, Nevada, cut out to reveal the Fourmile-Goldrush orebody wireframes as modelled by the Fourmile-Goldrush geological team.
Barrick Focuses On Future Growth and Sustainable Value Creation
Barrick reinforced its commitment to growth, reporting significant progress of its key growth projectswhile achieving its production guidance and setting the stage for continued sustainable value creation, said Mark Bristow in the Company’s annual report published recently.
During the year, Barrick completed feasibility studies for the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion in Zambia and the Reko Diq project in Pakistan. Both projects confirmed their Tier One^[2]^ potential, with Lumwana contributing 8.3 million tonnes of copper reserves^[18]^ and Reko Diq adding 13 million ounces of gold reserves and 7.3 million tonnes of copper reserves on an attributable basis.^[19]^ The Company also successfully replaced all the gold and copper it mined during the year, more than replenishing the 4.6 million ounces of attributable gold mineral reserve depletion at better grades.^[20]^
“Barrick stands alone in the industry as no other company matches our ability to replace the gold and copper we mine while simultaneously adding to our reserves through exploration and development. Our integrated resource and exploration strategy has allowed us to build a foundation that supports a projected 30% growth in gold equivalent ounces out to the end of the decade,” Bristow said.^[7]^
The expansion at Pueblo Viejo in the Dominican Republic continued to make progress towards the mine’s target of becoming a plus 800,000 ounce per year, long-life, low-cost gold producer.^[16]^
In Nevada, Goldrush progressed its ramp up as planned, while the adjacent Fourmile project has advanced to prefeasibility stage. The 2024 preliminary economic assessment highlighted Fourmile’s world-class potential with a significantly larger orebody endowment at nearly double the grade of Goldrush.^[21]^
“Barrick maintains one of the strongest balance sheets in the industry. This financial strength positions us to invest in our future as well as fund both the Lumwana and Reko Diq development projects, without the need to issue new shares or take on unnecessary debt,” said Bristow. “At the same time, our share buyback program not only returns capital to investors but also enhances per-share value, underscoring our disciplined approach to capital allocation.”
Bristow added that sustainability remained at the core of Barrick’s operations, guiding its decisions and long-term strategy. “Local partnerships continue to be crucial to advancing our sustainability efforts and ensuring our host nations receive their fair share of economic value along with delivering tangible benefits to local communities.”
Also in the annual report, chairman John Thornton highlighted Barrick’s ongoing efforts to diversify its board. “While we are pleased that two of our three committees are now chaired by women, we believe we are never finished with the work of adding to our Board’s diversity in every sense and dimension of the word. Many different kinds of people make for more and better ideas, livelier debate and stronger outcomes,” Thornton said.
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APPENDIX
2025 Operating and Capital Expenditure Guidance
GOLD PRODUCTION AND COSTS
| 2025 forecast<br>attributable production<br>(koz) | 2025 forecast COS(/oz)[13] | 2025 forecast TCC(/oz)[14] | 2025 forecast AISC(/oz)[14] | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlin (61.5%) | 705 - 785 | ||||
| Cortez (61.5%)^[22]^ | 420 - 470 | ||||
| Turquoise Ridge (61.5%) | 310 - 345 | ||||
| Phoenix (61.5%) | 85 - 105 | ||||
| Nevada Gold Mines (61.5%) | 1,540 - 1,700 | ||||
| Hemlo | 140 - 160 | ||||
| North America | 1,680 - 1,860 | ||||
| Pueblo Viejo (60%) | 370 - 410 | ||||
| Veladero (50%) | 190 - 220 | ||||
| Porgera (24.5%) | 70 - 95 | ||||
| Latin America & Asia Pacific | 630 - 730 | ||||
| Loulo-Gounkoto (80%)^[23]^ | — | ||||
| Kibali (45%) | 310 - 340 | ||||
| North Mara (84%) | 230 - 260 | ||||
| Bulyanhulu (84%) | 150 - 180 | ||||
| Tongon (89.7%) | 110 - 140 | ||||
| Africa & Middle East | 820 - 910 | ||||
| Total Attributable to Barrick^[24],[25],[26]^ | 3,150 - 3,500 | ||||
| COPPER PRODUCTION AND COSTS | |||||
| 2025 forecast<br>attributable production<br>(kt) | 2025 forecast COS(/lb)[13] | 2025 forecast C1 cashcosts (/lb)[15] | 2025 forecast AISC(/lb)[15] | ||
| Lumwana | 125 - 155 | ||||
| Zaldívar (50%) | 40 - 45 | ||||
| Jabal Sayid (50%) | 25 - 35 | ||||
| Total Attributable to Barrick^[26]^ | 200 - 230 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ATTRIBUTABLE CAPITAL EXPENDITURES | |
|---|---|
| ( millions) | |
| Attributable minesite sustaining | |
| Attributable project | |
| Total attributable capital expenditures |
All values are in US Dollars.
OUTLOOK ASSUMPTIONS AND ECONOMIC SENSITIVITY ANALYSIS
| 2025 guidance<br>assumption | Hypothetical change | Consolidated impact<br>on EBITDA^[10]^(millions) | Attributable impact on<br>EBITDA^[10]^(millions) | Attributable impact on<br>TCC and AISC^[14],[15]^ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold price sensitivity | $2,400/oz | +/- $100/oz | +/-$450 | +/-$320 | +/-$5/oz |
| Copper price sensitivity | $4.00/lb | +/-$0.25/lb | +/- $120 | +/- $120 | +/-$0.01/lb |
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Production and Cost Summary - Gold
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Nevada Gold Mines LLC (61.5%)a | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 342 | 444 | (23)% | 420 | (19)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 556 | 721 | (23)% | 683 | (19)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,643 | 1,468 | 12 % | 1,431 | 15 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,269 | 1,121 | 13 % | 1,081 | 17 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,899 | 1,453 | 31 % | 1,536 | 24 % | ||||
| Carlin (61.5%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 145 | 186 | (22)% | 205 | (29)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 236 | 301 | (22)% | 334 | (29)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,720 | 1,489 | 16 % | 1,371 | 25 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,459 | 1,240 | 18 % | 1,127 | 29 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 2,570 | 1,657 | 55 % | 1,687 | 52 % | ||||
| Cortez (61.5%)c | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 92 | 125 | (26)% | 119 | (23)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 149 | 203 | (26)% | 194 | (23)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,541 | 1,405 | 10 % | 1,329 | 16 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,172 | 1,064 | 10 % | 946 | 24 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,536 | 1,431 | 7 % | 1,341 | 15 % | ||||
| Turquoise Ridge (61.5%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 74 | 94 | (21)% | 62 | 19 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 121 | 153 | (21)% | 101 | 19 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,605 | 1,491 | 8 % | 1,733 | (7)% | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,227 | 1,107 | 11 % | 1,359 | (10)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,408 | 1,260 | 12 % | 1,655 | (15)% | ||||
| Phoenix (61.5%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 31 | 39 | (21)% | 34 | (9)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 50 | 64 | (21)% | 54 | (9)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,686 | 1,474 | 14 % | 1,595 | 6 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 747 | 752 | (1)% | 767 | (3)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,012 | 956 | 6 % | 944 | 7 % | ||||
| Pueblo Viejo (60%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 74 | 93 | (20)% | 81 | (9)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 123 | 155 | (20)% | 134 | (9)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,863 | 1,679 | 11 % | 1,527 | 22 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,189 | 1,030 | 15 % | 1,013 | 17 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,668 | 1,325 | 26 % | 1,334 | 25 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
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Production and Cost Summary - Gold (continued)
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Loulo-Gounkoto (80%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 18 | 156 | (88)% | 141 | (87)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 22 | 196 | (88)% | 176 | (87)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | — | 1,397 | (100)% | 1,177 | (100)% | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | — | 923 | (100)% | 794 | (100)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | — | 2,136 | (100)% | 1,092 | (100)% | ||||
| Kibali (45%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 63 | 80 | (21)% | 76 | (17)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 141 | 177 | (21)% | 168 | (17)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,691 | 1,413 | 20 % | 1,200 | 41 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,212 | 966 | 25 % | 802 | 51 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,426 | 1,182 | 21 % | 1,048 | 36 % | ||||
| Veladero (50%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 71 | 82 | (13)% | 57 | 25 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 143 | 165 | (13)% | 115 | 25 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,141 | 1,151 | (1)% | 1,322 | (14)% | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 753 | 828 | (9)% | 961 | (22)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,271 | 1,191 | 7 % | 1,664 | (24)% | ||||
| Porgera (24.5%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 21 | 13 | 62 % | 4 | 425 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 85 | 53 | 62 % | 14 | 425 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,675 | 2,127 | (21)% | — | 100 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,336 | 1,322 | 1 % | — | 100 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,684 | 2,967 | (43)% | — | 100 % | ||||
| Tongon (89.7%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 27 | 39 | (31)% | 36 | (25)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 30 | 43 | (31)% | 40 | (25)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 2,154 | 1,405 | 53 % | 1,887 | 14 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,971 | 1,198 | 65 % | 1,630 | 21 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 2,144 | 1,460 | 47 % | 1,773 | 21 % | ||||
| Hemlo | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 38 | 39 | (3)% | 37 | 3 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,730 | 1,754 | (1)% | 1,715 | 1 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,458 | 1,475 | (1)% | 1,476 | (1)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,692 | 1,689 | 0 % | 1,754 | (4)% | ||||
| North Mara (84%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 67 | 90 | (26)% | 46 | 46 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 80 | 107 | (26)% | 55 | 46 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,257 | 1,018 | 23 % | 1,678 | (25)% | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 986 | 771 | 28 % | 1,339 | (26)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,258 | 1,098 | 15 % | 1,753 | (28)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
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Production and Cost Summary - Gold (continued)
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Bulyanhulu (84%) | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz attributable basis) | 37 | 44 | (16)% | 42 | (12)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz 100% basis) | 44 | 53 | (16)% | 50 | (12)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz) | 1,714 | 1,505 | 14 % | 1,479 | 16 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,212 | 1,072 | 13 % | 1,044 | 16 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,831 | 1,489 | 23 % | 1,485 | 23 % | ||||
| Total Attributable to<br>Barrickd | |||||||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 758 | 1,080 | (30)% | 940 | (19)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/oz)e | 1,629 | 1,428 | 14 % | 1,425 | 14 % | ||||
| Total cash costs (/oz)b | 1,220 | 1,046 | 17 % | 1,051 | 16 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/oz)b | 1,775 | 1,451 | 22 % | 1,474 | 20 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | These results represent our 61.5% interest in Carlin, Cortez, Turquoise Ridge and Phoenix. | |
|---|---|---|
| b. | Further information on these non-GAAP financial performance measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included<br>in the endnotes to this press release. | |
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| c. | Includes Goldrush. | |
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| d. | Excludes Long Canyon which is producing residual ounces from the leach pad while in care and maintenance.<br> | |
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| e. | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and<br>maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |
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Production and Cost Summary - Copper
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Lumwana | |||||||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes) | 27 | 46 | (41)% | 22 | 23 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/lb) | 2.80 | 2.27 | 23 % | 3.41 | (18)% | ||||
| C1 cash costs (/lb)a | 2.22 | 1.89 | 17 % | 2.52 | (12)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/lb)a | 3.20 | 3.14 | 2 % | 4.33 | (26)% | ||||
| Zaldívar (50%) | |||||||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes attributable basis)a | 9 | 11 | (18)% | 9 | 0 % | ||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes 100%<br>basis)a | 18 | 22 | (18)% | 19 | 0 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/lb) | 4.11 | 4.22 | (3)% | 3.97 | 4 % | ||||
| C1 cash costs (/lb)a | 2.99 | 3.11 | (4)% | 2.95 | 1 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/lb)a | 3.38 | 3.98 | (15)% | 3.27 | 3 % | ||||
| Jabal Sayid (50%) | |||||||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes attributable basis)a | 8 | 7 | 14 % | 9 | (11)% | ||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes 100%<br>basis)a | 17 | 15 | 14 % | 17 | (11)% | ||||
| Cost of sales (/lb) | 1.96 | 2.02 | (3)% | 1.61 | 22 % | ||||
| C1 cash costs (/lb)a | 1.44 | 1.29 | 12 % | 1.35 | 7 % | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/lb)a | 1.55 | 1.44 | 8 % | 1.55 | 0 % | ||||
| Total Attributable to Barrick | |||||||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes) | 44 | 64 | (31)% | 40 | 10 % | ||||
| Cost of sales (/lb)b | 2.92 | 2.62 | 11 % | 3.20 | (9)% | ||||
| C1 cash costs (/lb)a | 2.25 | 2.04 | 10 % | 2.40 | (6)% | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs (/lb)a | 3.06 | 3.07 | 0 % | 3.59 | (15)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | Further information on these non-GAAP financial performance measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included<br>in the endnotes to this press release. | |
|---|---|---|
| b. | Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an<br>attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |
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Financial and Operating Highlights
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Financial Results ( millions) | |||||||||
| Revenues | 3,130 | 3,645 | (14)% | 2,747 | 14 % | ||||
| Cost of sales | 1,785 | 1,995 | (11)% | 1,936 | (8)% | ||||
| Net earningsa | 474 | 996 | (52)% | 295 | 61 % | ||||
| Adjusted net earningsb | 603 | 794 | (24)% | 333 | 81 % | ||||
| Attributable EBITDAb | 1,361 | 1,697 | (20)% | 907 | 50 % | ||||
| Attributable EBITDA marginb | 51 % | 56 % | (9)% | 41 % | 24 % | ||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expendituresb,c | 564 | 525 | 7 % | 550 | 3 % | ||||
| Project capital expendituresb,c | 269 | 362 | (26)% | 165 | 63 % | ||||
| Total consolidated capital expendituresc,d | 837 | 891 | (6)% | 728 | 15 % | ||||
| Total attributable capital expenditurese | 631 | 758 | (17)% | 572 | 10 % | ||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 1,212 | 1,392 | (13)% | 760 | 59 % | ||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities marginf | 39 % | 38 % | 3 % | 28 % | 39 % | ||||
| Free cash flowb | 375 | 501 | (25)% | 32 | 1,072 % | ||||
| Net earnings per share (basic and diluted) | 0.27 | 0.57 | (53)% | 0.17 | 59 % | ||||
| Adjusted net earnings (basic)b per share | 0.35 | 0.46 | (24)% | 0.19 | 84 % | ||||
| Weighted average diluted common shares (millions of shares) | 1,725 | 1,742 | (1)% | 1,756 | (2)% | ||||
| Operating Results | |||||||||
| Gold production (thousands of ounces)g | 758 | 1,080 | (30)% | 940 | (19)% | ||||
| Gold sold (thousands of ounces)g | 751 | 965 | (22)% | 910 | (17)% | ||||
| Market gold price (/oz) | 2,860 | 2,663 | 7 % | 2,070 | 38 % | ||||
| Realized gold priceb,g (/oz) | 2,898 | 2,657 | 9 % | 2,075 | 40 % | ||||
| Gold COS (Barrick’s share)g,h (/oz) | 1,629 | 1,428 | 14 % | 1,425 | 14 % | ||||
| Gold TCCb,g (/oz) | 1,220 | 1,046 | 17 % | 1,051 | 16 % | ||||
| Gold AISCb,g (/oz) | 1,775 | 1,451 | 22 % | 1,474 | 20 % | ||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes)g | 44 | 64 | (31)% | 40 | 10 % | ||||
| Copper sold (thousands of tonnes)g | 51 | 54 | (6)% | 39 | 31 % | ||||
| Market copper price (/lb) | 4.24 | 4.17 | 2 % | 3.83 | 11 % | ||||
| Realized copper priceb,g (/lb) | 4.51 | 3.96 | 14 % | 3.86 | 17 % | ||||
| Copper COS (Barrick’s share)g,i (/lb) | 2.92 | 2.62 | 11 % | 3.20 | (9)% | ||||
| Copper C1 cash costsb,g (/lb) | 2.25 | 2.04 | 10 % | 2.40 | (6)% | ||||
| Copper AISCb,g<br>(/lb) | 3.06 | 3.07 | 0 % | 3.59 | (15)% | ||||
| As at<br>12/31/24 | % Change | As at<br>3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Financial Position ( millions) | |||||||||
| Debt (current and long-term) | 4,727 | 4,729 | 0 % | 4,725 | 0 % | ||||
| Cash and equivalents | 4,104 | 4,074 | 1 % | 3,942 | 4 % | ||||
| Debt, net of cash | 623 | 655 | (5)% | 783 | (20)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Net earnings represents net earnings attributable to the equity holders of the Company. | |
|---|---|---|
| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included in the<br>endnotes to this press release. | |
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| ^c.^ | Amounts presented on a consolidated cash basis. Project capital expenditures are not included in our calculation of<br>all-in sustaining costs. | |
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| ^d.^ | Total consolidated capital expenditures also includes capitalized interest of $4 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $4<br>million; and Q1 2024: $13 million). | |
| --- | --- | |
| ^e.^ | These amounts are presented on the same basis as our guidance. | |
| --- | --- | |
| ^f.^ | Represents net cash provided by operating activities divided by revenue. | |
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| ^g.^ | On an attributable basis. | |
| --- | --- | |
| ^h.^ | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and<br>maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |
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| ^i.^ | Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an<br>attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |
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Consolidated Statements of Income
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br><br><br>(in millions of United States dollars, except per share data) (Unaudited) | Three months ended<br>March 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Revenue (notes 5 and 6) | **** | 3,130 | 2,747 | |
| Costs and expenses (income) | ||||
| Cost of sales (notes 5 and 7) | **** | 1,785 | 1,936 | |
| General and administrative expenses | **** | 42 | 28 | |
| Exploration, evaluation and project expenses | **** | 54 | 95 | |
| Impairment charges (note 9b) | **** | 4 | 17 | |
| Loss on currency translation | **** | 2 | 12 | |
| Closed mine rehabilitation | **** | 19 | (2 | |
| Income from equity investees (note 12) | **** | (67 | (48 | |
| Other expense (note 9a) | **** | 170 | 17 | |
| Income before finance costs and income taxes | **** | 1,121 | 692 | |
| Finance costs, net | **** | (62 | (31 | |
| Income before income taxes | **** | 1,059 | 661 | |
| Income tax expense (note 10) | **** | (278 | (174 | |
| Net income | **** | 781 | 487 | |
| Attributable to: | ||||
| Equity holders of Barrick Mining Corporation | **** | 474 | 295 | |
| Non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | 307 | 192 | |
| Earnings per share attributable to the equity holders of Barrick Mining Corporation (note 8) | ||||
| Net income | ||||
| Basic | **** | 0.27 | 0.17 | |
| Diluted | **** | 0.27 | 0.17 |
All values are in US Dollars.
The notes to these unaudited condensed interim financial statements, which are contained in the First Quarter Report 2025 available on our website, are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br>(in millions of United States dollars) (Unaudited) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Net income | **** | 781 | $487 | |
| Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes | ||||
| Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | ||||
| Unrealized gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, net of tax nil and nil | **** | — | 1 | |
| Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss: | ||||
| Actuarial loss on post employment benefit obligations, net of tax nil and nil | (1 | — | ||
| Net change on equity investments, net of tax nil and nil | **** | 5 | 1 | |
| Total other comprehensive income | **** | 4 | 2 | |
| Total comprehensive income | **** | 785 | $489 | |
| Attributable to: | ||||
| Equity holders of Barrick Mining Corporation | **** | 478 | $297 | |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | 307 | $192 |
All values are in US Dollars.
The notes to these unaudited condensed interim financial statements, which are contained in the First Quarter Report 2025 available on our website, are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br><br><br>(in millions of United States dollars) (Unaudited) | Three months<br>ended March 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| OPERATING ACTIVITIES | ||||
| Net income | **** | 781 | 487 | |
| Adjustments for the following items: | ||||
| Depreciation | **** | 411 | 474 | |
| Finance costs, net | **** | 62 | 31 | |
| Impairment charges (note 9b) | **** | 4 | 17 | |
| Income tax expense (note 10) | **** | 278 | 174 | |
| Income from equity investees (note 12) | **** | (67 | (48 | |
| Gain on sale of non-current assets | **** | — | (1 | |
| Loss on currency translation | **** | 2 | 12 | |
| Change in working capital (note 11) | **** | (105 | (241 | |
| Other operating activities (note 11) | **** | (9 | (70 | |
| Operating cash flows before interest and income taxes | **** | 1,357 | 835 | |
| Interest paid | **** | (25 | (27 | |
| Interest received | **** | 46 | 68 | |
| Income taxes paid^1^ | **** | (166 | (116 | |
| Net cash provided by operating activities | **** | 1,212 | 760 | |
| INVESTING ACTIVITIES | ||||
| Property, plant and equipment | ||||
| Capital expenditures (note 5) | **** | (837 | (728 | |
| Funding of equity method investments (note 12) | **** | — | (44 | |
| Dividends received from equity method investments (note 12) | **** | 38 | 47 | |
| Shareholder loan repayments from equity method investments | **** | 60 | 45 | |
| Net cash used in investing activities | **** | (739 | (680 | |
| FINANCING ACTIVITIES | ||||
| Lease repayments | **** | (3 | (3 | |
| Dividends | **** | (172 | (175 | |
| Share buyback program (note 14) | **** | (143 | — | |
| Funding from Reko Diq non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | 83 | 22 | |
| Disbursements to non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | (208 | (121 | |
| Pueblo Viejo JV partner shareholder loan | **** | 4 | (7 | |
| Net cash used in financing activities | **** | (439 | (284 | |
| Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents | **** | — | (2 | |
| Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents | **** | 34 | (206 | |
| Cash and equivalents at the beginning of period | **** | 4,074 | 4,148 | |
| Cash and equivalents at the end of period | **** | 4,108 | 3,942 | |
| Less: cash and equivalents classified as held for sale at the end of period | **** | 4 | — | |
| Cash and equivalents excluding assets classified as held for sale at the end of period | **** | 4,104 | 3,942 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Income taxes paid excludes $17 million (Q1 2024: $17 million) for Q1 2025 of income taxes payable that were settled<br>against offsetting value added taxes (“VAT”) receivables. |
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The notes to these unaudited condensed interim financial statements, which are contained in the First Quarter Report 2025 available on our website, are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Balance Sheets
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br><br><br>(in millions of United States dollars) (Unaudited) | As at March 31,2025 | As at December 31,<br>2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASSETS | ||||
| Current assets | ||||
| Cash and equivalents | 4,104 | 4,074 | ||
| Accounts receivable | **** | 736 | 763 | |
| Inventories^1^ | 1,991 | 1,942 | ||
| Other current assets | 908 | 853 | ||
| Total current assets (excluding assets classified as held for sale) | 7,739 | 7,632 | ||
| Assets classified as held for sale (note 4a) | 263 | — | ||
| Total current assets | 8,002 | 7,632 | ||
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Non-current portion of inventory | 2,814 | 2,783 | ||
| Equity in investees (note 12) | 4,141 | 4,112 | ||
| Property, plant and equipment | 28,683 | 28,559 | ||
| Intangible assets | 148 | 148 | ||
| Goodwill | 3,097 | 3,097 | ||
| Other assets | 1,257 | 1,295 | ||
| Total assets | 48,142 | 47,626 | ||
| LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | ||||
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Accounts payable | 1,587 | 1,613 | ||
| Debt | 24 | 24 | ||
| Current income tax liabilities | 642 | 545 | ||
| Other current liabilities | 507 | 460 | ||
| Total current liabilities (excluding liabilities classified as held for sale) | 2,760 | 2,642 | ||
| Liabilities classified as held for sale (note 4a) | 27 | — | ||
| Total current liabilities | 2,787 | 2,642 | ||
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Debt | 4,703 | 4,705 | ||
| Provisions | 2,051 | 1,962 | ||
| Deferred income tax liabilities | 3,854 | 3,887 | ||
| Other liabilities | 1,183 | 1,174 | ||
| Total liabilities | 14,578 | 14,370 | ||
| Equity | ||||
| Capital stock (note 14) | 27,538 | 27,661 | ||
| Deficit | (4,968 | (5,269 | ||
| Accumulated other comprehensive income | 37 | 33 | ||
| Other | 1,843 | 1,865 | ||
| Total equity attributable to Barrick Mining Corporation shareholders | 24,450 | 24,290 | ||
| Non-controlling interests (note 15) | 9,114 | 8,966 | ||
| Total equity | 33,564 | 33,256 | ||
| Contingencies and commitments (notes 5 and 16) | ||||
| Total liabilities and equity | 48,142 | 47,626 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | On January 2, 2025, an interim attachment order was issued by the Senior Investigating Judges of the Pôle<br>National Économique et Financier (“Pôle Économique”) against the existing gold stock on the site of the Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex, which was executed on January 11, 2025 when the gold was removed from the site<br>to a custodial bank. This gold doré has a carrying value of $92 million and is included in finished products. Refer to note 16 of the condensed interim financial statements for further details. |
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The notes to these unaudited condensed interim financial statements, which are contained in the First Quarter Report 2025 available on our website, are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly<br><br><br>Barrick Gold Corporation) | Attributable to equity holders of the company | ||||||||||||||||
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| (in millions of United States dollars)<br><br><br>(Unaudited) | Common<br>Shares (in<br>thousands) | Capital<br>stock | Retained<br>earnings<br>(deficit) | Accumulated<br>other<br>comprehensive<br>income (loss)^1^ | Total equity<br>attributable to<br>shareholders | Non-<br>controlling<br>interests | Total<br>equity | ||||||||||
| At January 1, 2025 | **** | 1,727,100 | **** | **** | 27,661 | **** | ($5,269 | ) | **** | 33 | 1,865 | **** | 24,290 | **** | 8,966 | **** | 33,256 |
| Net income | — | — | 474 | — | — | 474 | 307 | 781 | |||||||||
| Total other comprehensive income | — | — | — | 4 | — | 4 | — | 4 | |||||||||
| Total comprehensive income | — | — | 474 | 4 | — | 478 | 307 | 785 | |||||||||
| Transactions with owners | |||||||||||||||||
| Dividends | — | — | (172 | ) | — | — | (172 | — | (172 | ||||||||
| Funding from non-controlling interests (note 15) | — | — | — | — | — | — | 83 | 83 | |||||||||
| Disbursements to non-controlling interests (note 15) | — | — | — | — | — | — | (242 | (242 | |||||||||
| Dividend reinvestment plan (note 14) | 50 | 1 | (1 | ) | — | — | — | — | — | ||||||||
| Share buyback program (note 14) | (7,692 | ) | (124 | — | — | (22 | (146 | — | (146 | ||||||||
| Total transactions with owners | (7,642 | ) | (123 | (173 | ) | — | (22 | (318 | (159 | (477 | |||||||
| At March 31, 2025 | **** | 1,719,458 | **** | **** | 27,538 | **** | ($4,968 | ) | **** | 37 | 1,843 | **** | 24,450 | **** | 9,114 | **** | 33,564 |
| At January 1, 2024 | **** | 1,755,570 | **** | **** | 28,117 | **** | ($6,713 | ) | **** | 24 | 1,913 | **** | 23,341 | **** | 8,661 | **** | 32,002 |
| Net income | — | — | 295 | — | — | 295 | 192 | 487 | |||||||||
| Total other comprehensive income | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | — | 2 | |||||||||
| Total comprehensive income | — | — | 295 | 2 | — | 297 | 192 | 489 | |||||||||
| Transactions with owners | |||||||||||||||||
| Dividends | — | — | (175 | ) | — | — | (175 | — | (175 | ||||||||
| Funding from non-controlling interests | — | — | — | — | — | — | 22 | 22 | |||||||||
| Disbursements to non-controlling interests | — | — | — | — | — | — | (121 | (121 | |||||||||
| Dividend reinvestment plan | 66 | 1 | (1 | ) | — | — | — | — | — | ||||||||
| Total transactions with owners | 66 | 1 | (176 | ) | — | — | (175 | (99 | (274 | ||||||||
| At March 31, 2024 | **** | 1,755,636 | **** | **** | 28,118 | **** | ($6,594 | ) | **** | 26 | 1,913 | **** | 23,463 | **** | 8,754 | **** | 32,217 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Includes cumulative translation losses at March 31, 2025: $95 million (December 31, 2024: $95 million;<br>March 31, 2024: $95 million). |
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| ^2^ | Includes additional paid-in capital as at March 31, 2025: $1,805 million (December 31, 2024: $1,827 million;<br>March 31, 2024: $1,875 million). |
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The notes to these unaudited condensed interim financial statements, which are contained in the First Quarter Report 2025 available on our website, are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Technical Information
The scientific and technical information contained in this press release has been reviewed and approved by Tricia Evans, BSc, SMERM, Mineral Resource Manager: North America; Mark Roux, BSc (Hons), P. Grad. Cert. (Geostatistics), Pr. Sci. Nat, Resource Geology Lead – North America; Richard Peattie, MPhil, FAusIMM, Mineral Resources Manager: Africa and Middle East; Peter Jones, MAIG, Manager Resource Geology – Latin America & Asia Pacific; Simon Bottoms, CGeol, MGeol, FGS, FAusIMM, Mineral Resource Management and Evaluation Executive; and Joel Holliday, FAusIMM, Executive Vice-President, Exploration – each a “Qualified Person” as defined in National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
All mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates are estimated in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure forMineral Projects. Unless otherwise noted, such mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates are as of December 31, 2024.
Endnotes
Endnote [1]
The ticker symbol for the Barrick common shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange is changing from ‘GOLD’ to ‘B’, effective at the start of trading on May 9, 2025. The Barrick common shares will continue to trade under the ‘ABX’ ticker symbol on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The new CUSIP number for the Barrick common shares effective at the start of trading on May 9, 2025 will be 06849F108.
Endnote [2]
A Tier One Gold Asset is an asset with a $1,400/oz reserve with potential to deliver a minimum 10-year life, annual production of at least 500,000 ounces of gold and with costs per ounce in the lower half of the industry cost curve. A Tier One Copper Asset/ Project is an asset with a $3.00/lb reserve with potential for +5Mt contained copper in support at least 20 years life, annual production of at least 200ktpa, with costs per pound in the lower half of the industry cost curve. Tier One Assets must be located in a world-class geological district with potential for organic reserve growth and long-term geologically driven addition.
Endnote [3]
“Adjusted net earnings” and “adjusted net earnings per share” are non-GAAP financial performance measures. Adjusted net earnings excludes the following from net earnings: impairment charges (reversals) related to intangibles, goodwill, property, plant and equipment, and investments; acquisition/disposition gains/losses; foreign currency translation gains/losses; significant tax adjustments; other items that are not indicative of the underlying operating performance of our core mining business; and tax effect and non-controlling interest of the above items. Management uses this measure internally to evaluate our underlying operating performance for the reporting periods presented and to assist with the planning and forecasting of future operating results. Management believes that adjusted net earnings is a useful measure of our performance because impairment charges, acquisition/disposition gains/losses and significant tax adjustments do not reflect the underlying operating performance of our core mining business and are not necessarily indicative of future operating results. Adjusted net earnings and adjusted net earnings per share are intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IFRS”) and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measures are not necessarily indicative of operating profit or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate these measures differently. The following table reconciles these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure. Further details on these non-GAAP financial performance measures are provided in the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Reconciliation of Net Earnings to Net Earnings per Share, Adjusted Net Earnings and Adjusted Net Earnings per Share
| ( millions, except per share amounts in dollars) | For the three months ended | ||||
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| **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||
| Net earnings attributable to equity holders of the Company | **** | 996 | 295 | ||
| Impairment charges related to intangibles, goodwill, property, plant<br>and equipment, and investmentsa | **** | (477 | ) | 17 | |
| Acquisition/disposition gains | **** | (17 | ) | (1 | ) |
| Loss on currency translation | **** | 18 | 12 | ||
| Significant tax adjustmentsb | ) | 1 | 29 | ||
| Other expense (income) adjustmentsc | **** | 113 | (9 | ) | |
| Non-controlling interestd | ) | (159 | ) | (4 | ) |
| Tax effectd | ) | 319 | (6 | ) | |
| Adjusted net<br>earnings | **** | 794 | 333 | ||
| Net earnings per<br>sharee | **** | 0.57 | 0.17 | ||
| Adjusted net earnings<br>per sharee | **** | 0.46 | 0.19 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | There were no significant impairment charges or reversals in Q1 2025. The net impairment charges for Q4 2024 mainly<br>relate to long-lived asset impairment reversals at Lumwana and Veladero, partially offset by a goodwill impairment at Loulo-Gounkoto. | |
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| ^b.^ | For Q1 2025, significant tax adjustments include the re-measurement of deferred tax balances. Significant tax<br>adjustments in Q1 2024 primarily relate to the remeasurement and de-recognition of deferred tax assets. | |
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| ^c.^ | For Q1 2025, other expense adjustments mainly relate to the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the<br>Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc., combined with reduced operations costs at Loulo-Gounkoto. Other adjustments in Q4 2024 primarily relate to a payment to the Government of Mali to advance negotiations and a customs and royalty settlement at<br>Tongon. | |
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| ^d.^ | Non-controlling interest and tax effect for Q1 2025 primarily relates to other expense adjustments.<br> | |
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| ^e.^ | Calculated using weighted average number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share.<br> | |
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Endnote [4]
“Free cash flow” is a non-GAAP financial measure that deducts capital expenditures from net cash provided by operating activities. Management believes this to be a useful indicator of our ability to operate without reliance on additional borrowing or usage of existing cash. Free cash flow is intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measure is not necessarily indicative of operating profit or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate this measure differently. Further details on this non-GAAP financial performance measure are provided in the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. The following table reconciles this non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable IFRS measure.
Reconciliation of Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities to Free Cash Flow
| ( millions) | For the three months ended | |||||
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| **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | **** | 1,392 | 760 | |||
| Capital expenditures | ) | (891 | ) | (728 | ) | |
| Consolidated free cash flow | **** | 501 | 32 | |||
| Free cash flow applicable to equity investees | **** | 309 | 63 | |||
| Non-controlling interests | ) | (305 | ) | (98 | ) | |
| Attributable free cash flow | **** | 505 | (3 | ) |
All values are in US Dollars.
Endnote [5]
On an attributable basis.
Endnote [6]
“Realized price” is a non-GAAP financial performance measure which excludes from sales: treatment and refining charges; and cumulative catch-up adjustment to revenue relating to our streaming arrangements. We believe this provides investors and analysts with a more accurate measure with which to compare to market gold and copper prices and to assess our gold and copper sales performance. For those reasons, management believes that this measure provides a more accurate reflection of our company’s past performance and is a better indicator of its expected performance in future periods. The realized price measure is intended to provide additional information, and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measure is not necessarily indicative of sales as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate this measure differently. The following table reconciles realized prices to the most directly comparable IFRS measure. Further details on these non-GAAP financial performance measures are provided in the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Reconciliation of Sales to Realized Price per ounce/pound
| ( millions, except per oz/lb information in dollars) | Gold | Copper | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For the three months ended | ||||||||||||||
| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||||||||
| Sales | 2,766 | **** | 3,327 | 2,528 | **** | 304 | 260 | 163 | ||||||
| Sales applicable to non-controlling interests | (848 | ) | (1,004 | ) | (795 | ) | **** | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Sales applicable to equity method investmentsa,b | 252 | **** | 240 | 151 | **** | 164 | 165 | 136 | ||||||
| Sales applicable to sites in closure or care and maintenancec | (1 | ) | (1 | ) | (2 | ) | **** | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Treatment and refinement charges | 6 | **** | 7 | 7 | **** | 42 | 51 | 34 | ||||||
| Otherd | 0 | **** | (7 | ) | 0 | **** | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Revenues – as<br>adjusted | 2,175 | **** | 2,562 | 1,889 | **** | 510 | 476 | 333 | ||||||
| Ounces/pounds sold (koz/Mlb)c | 751 | **** | 965 | 910 | **** | 113 | 121 | 86 | ||||||
| Realized gold/copper<br>price per oz/lb | 2,898 | **** | 2,657 | 2,075 | **** | 4.51 | 3.96 | 3.86 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Represents sales of $191 million, for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $208 million; Q1 2024: $151 million) applicable to our 45%<br>equity method investment in Kibali and $61 million (Q4 2024: $32 million; Q1 2024: $nil) applicable to our 24.5% equity method investment in Porgera for gold. Represents sales of $95 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $97 million; Q1 2024: $80 million)<br>applicable to our 50% equity method investment in Zaldívar and $72 million (Q4 2024: $74 million; Q1 2024: $62 million), applicable to our 50% equity method investment in Jabal Sayid for copper. | |
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| ^b.^ | Sales applicable to equity method investments are net of treatment and refinement charges. | |
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| ^c.^ | On an attributable basis. Excludes Long Canyon which is producing residual ounces from the leach pad while in care and<br>maintenance. | |
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| ^d.^ | Realized price per oz/lb may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding.<br> | |
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Endnote [7]
| Key Outlook Assumptions | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| Gold Price ($/oz) | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 |
| Copper Price ($/lb) | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 |
| Oil Price (WTI) ($/barrel) | 80 | 70 | 70 |
| AUD Exchange Rate (AUD:USD) | 0.75 | 0.75 | 0.75 |
| ARS Exchange Rate (USD:ARS) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| CAD Exchange Rate (USD:CAD) | 1.30 | 1.30 | 1.30 |
| CLP Exchange Rate (USD:CLP) | 900 | 900 | 900 |
| EUR Exchange Rate (EUR:USD) | 1.10 | 1.10 | 1.10 |
Gold equivalent ounces calculated from our copper assets are calculated using a gold price of $1,400/oz and copper price of $3.00/lb. Barrick’s five-year indicative production profile for gold equivalent ounces is based on the following assumptions:
Barrick’s five-year indicative outlook is based on our current operating asset portfolio, sustaining projects in progress and exploration/mineral resource management initiatives in execution. This outlook is based on our current reserves and resources and assumes that we will continue to be able to convert resources into reserves. Additional asset optimization, further exploration growth, new project initiatives and divestitures are not included. For the company’s gold and copper segments, and where applicable for a specific region, this indicative outlook is subject to change and assumes the following: new open pit production permitted and commencing at Hemlo in the second half of 2025, allowing three years for permitting and two years for pre-stripping prior to first ore production in 2027; Tongon will enter care and maintenance by 2027; and production from the Zaldívar CuproChlor^®^ Chloride Leach Project (Antofagasta is the operator of Zaldívar).
Our five-year indicative outlook excludes production from Fourmile, as well as Pierina and Golden Sunlight, both of which are currently in care and maintenance; and production from long-term greenfield optionality from Donlin, Pascua-Lama, Norte Abierto and Alturas. Barrick’s five-year production profile in this presentation also assumes an indicative gold and copper production profile for Reko Diq and an indicative copper production profile for the Lumwana Super Pit expansion, both of which are conceptual in nature.
Loulo-Gounkoto has been excluded from Barrick’s 2025 guidance as a result of the temporary suspension of operations. We expect to update our guidance to include Loulo-Gounkoto when we have greater certainty regarding the timing for the restart of operations. Refer to the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Endnote [8]
TRIFR is a ratio calculated as follows: number of reportable injuries x 1,000,000 hours divided by the total number of hours worked. Reportable injuries include fatalities, lost time injuries, restricted duty injuries, and medically treated injuries. LTIFR is a ratio calculated as follows: number of lost time injuries x 1,000,000 hours divided by the total number of hours worked.
Endnote [9]
Net earnings represents net earnings attributable to the equity holders of the Company.
Endnote [10]
EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial performance measure, which excludes the following from net earnings: income tax expense; finance costs; finance income; and depreciation. Management believes that EBITDA is a valuable indicator of our ability to generate liquidity by producing operating cash flow to fund working capital needs, service debt obligations, and fund capital expenditures. Management uses EBITDA for this purpose. Adjusted EBITDA removes the effect of impairment charges; acquisition/disposition gains/losses; foreign currency translation gains/losses; and other expense adjustments. We also remove the impact of the income tax expense, finance costs, finance income and depreciation incurred in our equity method accounted investments. We believe these items provide a greater level of consistency with the adjusting items included in our adjusted net earnings reconciliation, with the exception that these amounts are adjusted to remove any impact on finance costs/income, income tax expense and/or depreciation as they do not affect EBITDA. We believe this additional information will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in better understanding our ability to generate liquidity from our full business, including equity method investments, by excluding these amounts from the calculation as they are not indicative of the performance of our core mining business and not necessarily reflective of the underlying operating results for the periods presented. We believe this additional information will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in better understanding our ability to generate liquidity from our attributable business and which is aligned with how we present our forward looking guidance on gold ounces and copper pounds produced. Attributable EBITDA margin is calculated as attributable EBITDA divided by revenues - as adjusted. We believe this ratio will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick to better understand the relationship between revenues and EBITDA or operating profit. Starting with the Q2 2024 MD&A, we are presenting net leverage as a non-GAAP ratio and is calculated as debt, net of cash divided by the sum of adjusted EBITDA of the
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last four consecutive quarters. We believe this ratio will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in monitoring our leverage and evaluating our balance sheet. EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, attributable EBITDA, EBITDA margin and net leverage are intended to provide additional information to investors and analysts and do not have any standardized definition under IFRS, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA and attributable EBITDA exclude the impact of cash costs of financing activities and taxes, and the effects of changes in operating working capital balances, and therefore are not necessarily indicative of operating profit or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, attributable EBITDA, EBITDA margin and net leverage differently. Further details on these non-GAAP financial performance measures are provided in the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Reconciliation of Net Earnings to EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Attributable EBITDA
| ( millions) | For the three months ended | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Net earnings | 1,187 | 487 | |||
| Income tax expense | 694 | 174 | |||
| Finance costs,<br>neta | 46 | 10 | |||
| Depreciation | 484 | 474 | |||
| EBITDA | 2,411 | 1,145 | |||
| Impairment charges of non-current assetsb | (477 | ) | 17 | ||
| Acquisition/disposition gains | (17 | ) | (1 | ) | |
| Loss on currency translation | 18 | 12 | |||
| Other expense (income) adjustmentsc | 113 | (9 | ) | ||
| Income tax expense, net finance costsa, and depreciation from equity investees | 201 | 102 | |||
| Adjusted EBITDA | 2,249 | 1,266 | |||
| Non-controlling Interests | ) | (552 | ) | (359 | ) |
| Attributable<br>EBITDA | 1,697 | 907 | |||
| Revenues - as<br>adjustedd | 3,038 | 2,222 | |||
| Attributable EBITDA margine | % | 56 | % | 41 | % |
| As at 12/31/24 | As at 3/31/24 | ||||
| Net leveragef | 0.1:1 | 0.1:1 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Finance costs exclude accretion. |
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| ^b.^ | There were no significant impairment charges or reversals in Q1 2025. The net impairment charges for Q4 2024 mainly<br>relate to long-lived asset impairment reversals at Lumwana and Veladero, partially offset by a goodwill impairment at Loulo-Gounkoto. |
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| ^c.^ | For Q1 2025, other expense adjustments mainly relate to the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the<br>Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc., combined with reduced operations costs at Loulo-Gounkoto. Other adjustments in Q4 2024 primarily relate to a payment to the Government of Mali to advance negotiations and a customs and royalty settlement at<br>Tongon. |
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| ^d.^ | Refer to Reconciliation of Sales to Realized Price per oz/pound on page 49 of the Q1 2025 MD&A.<br> |
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| ^e.^ | Represents attributable EBITDA divided by revenues - as adjusted. |
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| ^f.^ | Represents debt, net of cash divided by adjusted EBITDA of the last four consecutive quarters. |
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Endnote [11]
Attributable capital expenditures are presented on the same basis as guidance, which includes our 61.5% share of NGM, our 60% share of Pueblo Viejo, our 80% share of Loulo-Gounkoto, our 89.7% share of Tongon, our 84% share of North Mara and Bulyanhulu, our 45% share of Kibali, our 50% share of Zaldívar and Jabal Sayid, and our 24.5% share of Porgera. Total attributable capital expenditures for 2024 actual results also includes capitalized interest of $30 million.
Endnote [12]
These amounts are presented on the same basis as our guidance. Minesite sustaining capital expenditures and project capital expenditures are non-GAAP financial measures. Capital expenditures are classified into minesite sustaining capital expenditures or project capital expenditures depending on the nature of the expenditure. Minesite sustaining capital expenditures is the capital spending required to support current production levels. Project capital expenditures represent the capital spending at new projects and major, discrete projects at existing operations intended to increase net present value through higher production or longer mine life. Management believes this to be a useful indicator of the purpose of capital expenditures and this distinction is an input into the calculation of all-in sustaining costs per ounce. Classifying capital expenditures is intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. Other companies may calculate these measures differently. The following table reconciles these non-GAAP financial performance measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure.
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Reconciliation of the Classification of Capital Expenditures
| ( millions) | For the three months ended | |
|---|---|---|
| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 525 | 550 |
| Project capital expenditures | 362 | 165 |
| Capitalized interest | 4 | 13 |
| Total consolidated capital expenditures | 891 | 728 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Endnote [13]
Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). References to attributable basis means our 100% share of Hemlo and Lumwana, our 61.5% share of NGM, our 60% share of Pueblo Viejo, our 80% share of Loulo-Gounkoto, our 89.7% share of Tongon, our 84% share of North Mara, and Bulyanhulu, our 50% share of Veladero, Zaldívar and Jabal Sayid, our 24.5% share of Porgera and our 45% share of Kibali.
Endnote [14]
“Total cash costs” per ounce and “All-in sustaining costs” per ounce are non-GAAP financial performance measures which are calculated based on the definition published by the World Gold Council (a market development organization for the gold industry comprised of and funded by gold mining companies from around the world, including Barrick, the “WGC”). The WGC is not a regulatory organization. Management uses these measures to monitor the performance of our gold mining operations and their ability to generate positive cash flow, both on an individual site basis and an overall company basis. “Total cash costs” per ounce start with our cost of sales related to gold production and removes depreciation, the noncontrolling interest of cost of sales and includes by-product credits. “All-in sustaining costs” per ounce start with “Total cash costs” per ounce and includes sustaining capital expenditures, sustaining leases, general and administrative costs, minesite exploration and evaluation costs and reclamation cost accretion and amortization. These additional costs reflect the expenditures made to maintain current production levels. These definitions recognize that there are different costs associated with the life-cycle of a mine, and that it is therefore appropriate to distinguish between sustaining and non-sustaining costs. Barrick believes that the use of “Total cash costs” per ounce and “All-in sustaining costs” per ounce will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in understanding the costs associated with producing gold, understanding the economics of gold mining, assessing our operating performance and also our ability to generate free cash flow from current operations and to generate free cash flow on an overall company basis. “Total cash costs” per ounce and “All-in sustaining costs” per ounce are intended to provide additional information only and do not have standardized definitions under IFRS and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. These measures are not equivalent to net income or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Although the WGC has published a standardized definition, other companies may calculate these measures differently. Further details on these non-GAAP financial performance measures are provided in the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
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Reconciliation of Gold Cost of Sales to Total cash costs and All-in sustaining costs, including on a per ounce basis
| ( millions, except per oz information in<br>dollars) | For the three months ended | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||
| COS applicable to gold production | 1,568 | **** | 1,810 | 1,761 | ||
| Depreciation | (342 | ) | (424 | ) | (407 | ) |
| Total cash costs applicable to equity method investments | 109 | **** | 90 | 56 | ||
| By-product credits | (60 | ) | (58 | ) | (56 | ) |
| Non-recurring items | 0 | **** | 0 | 0 | ||
| Other | 5 | **** | 4 | 2 | ||
| Non-controlling interests | (364 | ) | (413 | ) | (400 | ) |
| Total cash costs | 916 | **** | 1,009 | 956 | ||
| General & administrative costs | 42 | **** | 9 | 28 | ||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 5 | **** | 8 | 13 | ||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 564 | **** | 525 | 550 | ||
| Sustaining leases | 8 | **** | 7 | 6 | ||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | 17 | **** | 15 | 17 | ||
| Non-controlling interest, copper operations and<br>other | (217 | ) | (173 | ) | (224 | ) |
| All-in sustaining costs | 1,335 | **** | 1,400 | 1,346 | ||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 751 | **** | 965 | 910 | ||
| COS/oz | 1,629 | **** | 1,428 | 1,425 | ||
| TCC/oz | 1,220 | **** | 1,046 | 1,051 | ||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,273 | **** | 1,086 | 1,093 | ||
| AISC/oz | 1,775 | **** | 1,451 | 1,474 | ||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,828 | **** | 1,491 | 1,516 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | Non-recurring items - These costs are not indicative of our cost<br>of production and have been excluded from the calculation of TCC. | |||||
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| b. | Other - Other adjustments mainly relate to treatment and<br>refinement charges. | |||||
| c. | Non-controlling interests - Non-controlling interests include<br>non-controlling interests related to gold production of $487 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $559 million; Q1 2024: $542 million). Non-controlling interests include NGM, Pueblo Viejo, Loulo-Gounkoto, Tongon, North Mara and Bulyanhulu. Refer to Note 5<br>to the Financial Statements for further information. | |||||
| d. | Exploration and evaluation costs - Exploration, evaluation and<br>project expenses are presented as minesite sustaining if they support current mine operations and project if they relate to future projects. Refer to page 32 of the Q1 2025 MD&A. | |||||
| e. | Capital expenditures - Capital expenditures are related to our<br>gold sites only and are split between minesite sustaining and project capital expenditures. | |||||
| f. | Rehabilitation—accretion and amortization - Includes<br>depreciation on the assets related to rehabilitation provisions of our gold operations and accretion on the rehabilitation provision of our gold operations, split between operating and non-operating sites. | |||||
| g. | Non-controlling interest and copper operations - Removes general and administrative costs related<br>to non-controlling interests and copper based on a percentage allocation of revenue. Also removes exploration, evaluation and project expenses, rehabilitation costs and capital expenditures incurred by our copper sites and the non-controlling<br>interest of NGM, Pueblo Viejo, Loulo-Gounkoto, Tongon, North Mara and Bulyanhulu operating segments. It also includes capital expenditures applicable to our equity method investment in Kibali. The impact is summarized as the following: | |||||
| ($ millions) | For the three months ended | |||||
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| Non-controlling interest, copper operations and other | 3/31/25 | **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||
| General & administrative costs | (6 | ) | 3 | (4 | ) | |
| Minesite exploration and evaluation expenses | 0 | **** | (2 | ) | (2 | ) |
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | (5 | ) | (5 | ) | (5 | ) |
| Minesite sustaining capital<br>expenditures | (206 | ) | (169 | ) | (213 | ) |
| All-in sustaining costs total | (217 | ) | (173 | ) | (224 | ) |
| h. | Ounces sold - attributable basis - Excludes Long Canyon which is<br>producing residual ounces from the leach pad while in care and maintenance. | |||||
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| i. | COS/oz - Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our<br>gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |||||
| j. | Per ounce figures - COS/oz, TCC/oz and AISC/oz may not calculate<br>based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding. | |||||
| k. | Co-product costs/oz<br> <br>TCC/oz and<br>AISC/oz presented on a co-product basis removes the impact of by-product credits of our gold production (net of non-controlling interest) calculated as: | |||||
| ($ millions) | For the three months ended | |||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 3/31/25 | **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||
| By-product credits | 60 | **** | 58 | 56 | ||
| Non-controlling interest | (20 | ) | (19 | ) | (18 | ) |
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling<br>interest) | 40 | **** | 39 | 38 | ||
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Endnote [15]
“C1 cash costs” per pound and “All-in sustaining costs” per pound are non-GAAP financial performance measures related to our copper mine operations. We believe that “C1 cash costs” per pound enables investors to better understand the performance of our copper operations in comparison to other copper producers who present results on a similar basis. “C1 cash costs” per pound excludes royalties and non-routine charges as they are not direct production costs. “All-in sustaining costs” per pound is similar to the gold all-in sustaining costs metric and management uses this to better evaluate the costs of copper production. We believe this measure enables investors to better understand the operating performance of our copper mines as this measure reflects all of the sustaining expenditures incurred in order to produce copper. “All-in sustaining costs” per pound includes C1 cash costs, sustaining capital expenditures, sustaining leases, general and administrative costs, minesite exploration and evaluation costs, royalties, reclamation cost accretion and amortization and writedowns taken on inventory to net realizable value. Further details on these non-GAAP financial performance measures are provided in the MD&A accompanying Barrick’s financial statements filed from time to time on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Reconciliation of Copper Cost of Sales to C1 cash costs and All-insustaining costs, including on a per pound basis
| ($ millions, except per lb information in<br>dollars) | For the three months ended | |||||
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| 3/31/25 | **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||
| Cost of sales | 208 | **** | 179 | 168 | ||
| Depreciation/amortization | (60 | ) | (54 | ) | (60 | ) |
| Treatment and refinement charges | 42 | **** | 51 | 34 | ||
| C1 cash costs applicable to equity method investments | 90 | **** | 103 | 82 | ||
| Less: royalties | (21 | ) | (22 | ) | (12 | ) |
| By-product credits | (5 | ) | (11 | ) | (5 | ) |
| C1 cash costs | 254 | **** | 246 | 207 | ||
| General & administrative costs | 8 | **** | 2 | 4 | ||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization | 1 | **** | 3 | 2 | ||
| Royalties | 21 | **** | 22 | 12 | ||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 2 | **** | 2 | 0 | ||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 57 | **** | 91 | 83 | ||
| Sustaining leases | 3 | **** | 4 | 1 | ||
| All-in sustaining costs | 346 | **** | 370 | 309 | ||
| Tonnes sold - attributable basis (Kt) | 51 | **** | 54 | 39 | ||
| Pounds sold - attributable basis<br>(Mlb) | 113 | **** | 121 | 86 | ||
| COS/lb^a,b^ | 2.92 | **** | 2.62 | 3.20 | ||
| C1 cash costs/lb^a^ | 2.25 | **** | 2.04 | 2.40 | ||
| AISC/lb^a^ | 3.06 | **** | 3.07 | 3.59 | ||
| a. | COS/lb, C1 cash costs/lb and AISC/lb may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding.<br> | |||||
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| b. | Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an<br>attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |||||
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Endnote [16]
Refer to the Technical Report on the Pueblo Viejo Mine, Dominican Republic, dated March 17, 2023 and filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on March 17, 2023.
Endnote [17]
Estimates are as of December 31, 2024, unless otherwise noted. Pueblo Viejo proven reserves of 48 million tonnes grading 2.27 g/t, representing 3.5 million ounces of gold. Probable reserves of 130 million tonnes grading 2.06 g/t, representing 8.8 million ounces of gold. Measured resources of 61 million tonnes grading 2.09 g/t, representing 4.1 million ounces of gold. Indicated resources of 190 million tonnes grading 1.87 g/t, representing 11 million ounces of gold. Inferred resources of 7.5 million tonnes grading 1.6 g/t, representing 0.38 million ounces of gold. Totals may not appear to sum correctly due to rounding. Complete mineral reserve and mineral resource data for all mines and projects, including tonnes, grades, and ounces, can be found on pages 84-92 of Barrick’s Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Report.
Endnote [18]
Estimates are as of December 31, 2024, unless otherwise noted. Lumwana proven reserves of 140 million tonnes grading 0.49% representing 0.68 million tonnes of copper, probable mineral reserves of 1,500 million tonnes grading 0.53% representing 7.6 million tonnes of copper, measured resources of 170 million tonnes grading 0.45% representing 0.77 million tonnes of copper, indicated resources of 1,800 million tonnes grading 0.50% representing 9.2 million tonnes of copper and inferred resources of 230 million tonnes grading 0.40% representing 0.91 million tonnes of copper. Complete mineral reserve and mineral resource data for all mines and projects, including tonnes, grades, and ounces, can be found on pages 84-92 of Barrick’s Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Report. For further information with respect to the key assumptions, parameters and risks associated with Lumwana and other technical information, please refer to the Technical Report on the Lumwana Expansion Project, Republic of
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Zambia dated December 31, 2024 and filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on February 19, 2025.
Endnote [19]
Estimates are as of December 31, 2024, unless otherwise noted. Reko Diq probable reserves of 1,400 million tonnes grading 0.28g/t representing 13 million ounces of gold, probable reserves of 1,500 million tonnes grading 0.48% representing 7.3 million tonnes of copper, indicated resources of 1,800 million tonnes grading 0.25g/t representing 15 million ounces of gold, indicated resources of 2,000 million tonnes grading 0.43% representing 8.4 million tonnes of copper, inferred resources of 640 million tonnes grading 0.2g/t representing 3.9 million ounces of gold, and inferred resources of 690 million tonnes grading 0.3% representing 2.2 million tonnes of copper. Complete mineral reserve and mineral resource data for all mines and projects, including tonnes, grades, and ounces, can be found on pages 84-92 of Barrick’s Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Report. For further information with respect to the key assumptions, parameters and risks associated with Reko Diq, the mineral reserve and resource estimates included herein and other technical information, please refer to the Technical Report on the Reko Diq Project, Balochistan, Pakistan dated December 31, 2024 and filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on February 19, 2025.
Endnote[20]
Proven and probable reserve gains calculated from cumulative net change in reserves from year end 2019 to 2024. Reserve replacement percentage is calculated from the cumulative net change in reserves from 2020 to 2024 divided by the cumulative depletion in reserves from year end 2019 to 2024 as shown in the table below:
| Year | Attributable P&P<br><br><br>Gold<br><br><br>(Moz) | Attributable Gold<br><br><br>Acquisition & Divestments (Moz) | Attributable Gold Depletion<br><br><br>(Moz) | Attributable Gold Net Change (Moz) | Reported Reserve Price USD/oz for GEO conversion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019^a^ | 71 | - | - | - | - |
| 2020^b^ | 68 | (2.2) | (5.5) | 4.2 | $1,200 |
| 2021^c^ | 69 | (0.91) | (5.4) | 8.1 | $1,200 |
| 2022^d^ | 76 | - | (4.8) | 12 | $1,300 |
| 2023^e^ | 77 | - | (4.6) | 5 | $1,300 |
| 2024^f^ | 89 | - | (4.6) | 17 | $1,400 |
| 2019 – 2024 Total | N/A | (3.1) | (25) | 46 | N/A |
| Year | Attributable P&P Copper (Mlb) | Attributable Copper Acquisition & Divestments<br><br><br>(Moz) | Attributable Copper Depletion<br><br><br>(Moz) | Attributable Copper Net Change (Moz) | Reported Reserve Price USD/lb for GEO conversion |
| 2019^a^ | 13,494 | - | - | - | - |
| 2020^b^ | 12,691 | - | (834) | 31 | $2.75 |
| 2021^c^ | 12,233 | - | (636) | 178 | $2.75 |
| 2022^d^ | 12,252 | - | (623) | 642 | $3.00 |
| 2023^e^ | 12,391 | - | (589) | 728 | $3.00 |
| 2024^f^ | 40,201 | - | (731) | 28,542 | $3.00 |
| 2019 – 2024 Total | N/A | - | (3,413) | 30,121 | N/A |
| Year | Attributable P&P<br><br><br>GEO | Attributable Acquisition &<br><br><br>DivestmentsGEO | Attributable<br><br><br>Depletion GEO | Attributable<br><br><br>Net Change GEO<br><br><br>(using reported reserve prices) | |
| 2019^a^ | - | - | - | - | |
| 2020^b^ | 97 | (2.2) | (7.4) | 4.2 | |
| 2021^c^ | 97 | (0.91) | (6.9) | 8.5 | |
| 2022^d^ | 104 | - | (6.3) | 13 | |
| 2023^e^ | 105 | - | (6.0) | 6.7 | |
| 2024^f^ | 176 | - | (6.1) | 79 | |
| 2019 – 2024Total | N/A | (3.1) | (33) | 111 |
Totals may not appear to sum correctly due to rounding.
Attributable acquisitions and divestments includes the following: a decrease of 2.2 Moz in proven and probable gold reserves from December 31, 2019 to December 31, 2020, as a result of the divestiture of Barrick’s Massawa gold project effective March 4, 2020; and a decrease of 0.91 Moz in proven and probable gold reserves from December 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021, as a result of the change in Barrick’s ownership interest in Porgera from 47.5% to 24.5% and the net impact of the asset exchange of Lone Tree to i-80 Gold for the remaining 50% of South Arturo that Nevada Gold Mines did not already own.
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All estimates are estimated in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects as required by Canadian securities regulatory authorities.
| a. | Estimates as of December 31, 2019, unless otherwise noted, Proven reserves of 280 million tonnes grading 2.42<br>g/t, representing 22 million ounces of gold and 420 million tonnes grading 0.4%, representing 3,700 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 1.7 million tonnes of copper). Probable reserves of 1,000 million tonnes grading<br>1.48 g/t, representing 49 million ounces of gold and 1,200 million tonnes grading 0.38%, representing 9,800 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 4.4 million tonnes of copper). Conversions may not recalculate due to<br>rounding. |
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| b. | Estimates as of December 31, 2020, unless otherwise noted: Proven reserves of 280 million tonnes grading<br>2.37g/t, representing 21 million ounces of gold, and 350 million tonnes grading 0.39%, representing 3,000 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 1.4 million tonnes of copper). Probable reserves of 990 million tonnes<br>grading 1.46g/t, representing 47 million ounces of gold, and 1,100 million tonnes grading 0.39%, representing 9,700 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 4.4 million tonnes of copper). Conversions may not recalculate due to<br>rounding. |
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| c. | Estimates as of December 31, 2021, unless otherwise noted, Proven mineral reserves of 240 million tonnes<br>grading 2.20g/t, representing 17 million ounces of gold and 380 million tonnes grading 0.41%, representing 3,400 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 1.6 million tonnes of copper), and probable reserves of<br>1,000 million tonnes grading 1.60g/t, representing 53 million ounces of gold and 1,100 million tonnes grading 0.37%, representing 8,800 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 4.0 million tonnes of copper). Conversions<br>may not recalculate due to rounding. |
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| d. | Estimates as of December 31, 2022, unless otherwise noted. Proven mineral reserves of 260 million tonnes<br>grading 2.26g/t, representing 19 million ounces of gold and 390 million tonnes grading 0.40%, representing 3,500 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 1.6 million tonnes of copper), and probable reserves of<br>1,200 million tonnes grading 1.53g/t, representing 57 million ounces of gold and 1,100 million tonnes grading 0.37%, representing 8,800 million pounds of copper (which is equal to 4.0 million tonnes of copper). Conversions<br>may not recalculate due to rounding. |
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| e. | Estimates are as of December 31, 2023, unless otherwise noted. Proven mineral reserves of 250 million tonnes<br>grading 1.85g/t, representing 15 million ounces of gold, and 320 million tonnes grading 0.41%, representing 1.3 million tonnes of copper. Probable reserves of 1,200 million tonnes grading 1.61g/t, representing 61 million<br>ounces of gold, and 1,100 million tonnes grading 0.38%, representing 4.3 million tonnes of copper. |
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| f. | Estimates are as of December 31, 2024, unless otherwise noted. Proven mineral reserves of 270 million tonnes<br>grading 1.75g/t, representing 15 million ounces of gold, and 380 million tonnes grading 0.42%, representing 1.6 million tonnes of copper. Probable reserves of 2,500 million tonnes grading 0.90g/t, representing 74 million<br>ounces of gold, and 3,600 million tonnes grading 0.46%, representing 17 million tonnes of copper. |
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Endnote [21]
Fourmile’s financial metrics and production metrics are based upon Barrick’s internal preliminary economic assessment which is conceptual in nature and there is no certainty that the preliminary economic assessment will be realized. Barrick anticipates Fourmile will be incorporated into the Nevada Gold Mines joint venture, at fair market value, if certain criteria are met.
Endnote [22]
Includes Goldrush.
Endnote [23]
As a result of the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto, we have excluded Loulo-Gounkoto from our 2025 production guidance (refer to page 8 of Barrick’s Q1 2025 MD&A for more information). We expect to update our guidance to include Loulo-Gounkoto when we have greater certainty regarding the timing for the restart of operations.
Endnote [24]
TCC/oz and AISC/oz include costs allocated to non-operating sites.
Endnote [25]
Operating division guidance ranges reflect expectations at each individual operating division and may not add up to the company-wide guidance range total.
Endnote [26]
Includes corporate administration costs.
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and education, employment and procurement initiatives, tailings management, climate change and biodiversity initiatives; Barrick’s talent management strategy; Barrick’s performance dividend policy and share buyback program; and expectations regarding future price assumptions, financial performance and other outlook or guidance.
Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions including material estimates and assumptions related to the factors set forth below that, while considered reasonable by the Company as at the date of this press release in light of management’s experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements and information. Such factors include, but are not limited to: fluctuations in the spot and forward price of gold, copper or certain other commodities (such as silver, diesel fuel, natural gas and electricity); risks associated with projects in the early stages of evaluation and for which additional engineering and other analysis is required; risks related to the possibility that future exploration results will not be consistent with the Company’s expectations, that quantities or grades of reserves will be diminished, and that resources may not be converted to reserves; risks associated with the fact that certain of the initiatives described in this press release are still in the early stages and may not materialize; changes in mineral production performance, exploitation and exploration successes; risks that exploration data may be incomplete and considerable additional work may be required to complete further evaluation, including but not limited to drilling, engineering and socioeconomic studies and investment; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development; lack of certainty with respect to foreign legal systems, corruption and other factors that are inconsistent with the rule
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of law; changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls or regulations and/or changes in the administration of laws, policies and practices, including the status of value added tax refunds received in Chile in connection with the Pascua-Lama Project; expropriation or nationalization of property and political or economic developments in Canada, the United States, Mali or other countries in which Barrick does or may carry on business in the future; risks relating to political instability in certain of the jurisdictions in which Barrick operates; timing of receipt of, or failure to comply with, necessary permits and approvals; non-renewal of key licenses by governmental authorities; failure to comply with environmental and health and safety laws and regulations; increased costs and physical and transition risks related to climate change, including extreme weather events, resource shortages, emerging policies and increased regulations related to greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emission levels, energy efficiency and reporting of risks; the Company’s ability to achieve its sustainability goals, including its climate-related goals and GHG emissions reduction targets, in particular its ability to achieve its Scope 3 emissions targets which require reliance on entities within Barrick’s value chain, but outside of the Company’s direct control, to achieve such targets within the specified timeframes; contests over title to properties, particularly title to undeveloped properties, or over access to water, power and other required infrastructure; the liability associated with risks and hazards in the mining industry, and the ability to maintain insurance to cover such losses; damage to the Company’s reputation due to the actual or perceived occurrence of any number of events, including negative publicity with respect to the Company’s handling of environmental matters or dealings with community groups, whether true or not; risks related to operations near communities that may regard Barrick’s operations as being detrimental to them; litigation and legal and administrative proceedings; operating or technical difficulties in connection with mining or development activities, including geotechnical challenges, tailings dam and storage facilities failures, and disruptions in the maintenance or provision of required infrastructure and information technology systems; increased costs, delays, suspensions and technical challenges associated with the construction of capital projects; risks associated with working with partners in jointly controlled assets; risks related to disruption of supply routes which may cause delays in construction and mining activities, including disruptions in the supply of key mining inputs due to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and conflicts in the Middle East; risk of loss due to acts of war, terrorism, sabotage and civil disturbances; risks associated with artisanal and illegal mining; risks associated with Barrick’s infrastructure, information technology systems and the implementation of Barrick’s technological initiatives, including risks related cybersecurity incidents, including those caused by computer viruses, malware, ransomware and other cyberattacks, or similar information technology system failures, delays and/or disruptions; the impact of global liquidity and credit availability on the timing of cash flows and the values of assets and liabilities based on projected future cash flows; the impact of inflation, including global inflationary pressures driven by ongoing global supply chain disruptions, global energy cost increases following the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and country-specific political and economic factors in Argentina; adverse changes in our credit ratings; fluctuations in the currency markets; changes in U.S. dollar interest rates; changes in U.S. trade, tariff and other controls on imports and
exports, tax, immigration or other policies that may impact relations with foreign countries, result in retaliatory policies, lead to increased costs for raw materials and components, or impact Barrick’s existing operations and material growth projects; risks arising from holding derivative instruments (such as credit risk, market liquidity risk and mark-to-market risk); risks related to the demands placed on the Company’s management, the ability of management to implement its business strategy and enhanced political risk in certain jurisdictions; uncertainty whether some or all of Barrick’s targeted investments and projects will meet the Company’s capital allocation objectives and internal hurdle rate; whether benefits expected from recent transactions are realized; business opportunities that may be presented to, or pursued by, the Company; our ability to successfully integrate acquisitions or complete divestitures; risks related to competition in the mining industry; employee relations including loss of key employees; availability and increased costs associated with mining inputs and labor; risks associated with diseases, epidemics and pandemics; risks related to the failure of internal controls; and risks related to the impairment of the Company’s goodwill and assets.
In addition, there are risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining, including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins, flooding and gold bullion, copper cathode or gold or copper concentrate losses (and the risk of inadequate insurance, or inability to obtain insurance, to cover these risks).
Many of these uncertainties and contingencies can affect our actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us. Readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. All of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements. Specific reference is made to the most recent Form 40-F/Annual Information Form on file with the SEC and Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities for a more detailed discussion of some of the factors underlying forward-looking statements and the risks that may affect Barrick’s ability to achieve the expectations set forth in the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. We disclaim any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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EX-99.2
Exhibit 99.2
Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) Quarterly Report on the First Quarter of 2025
This portion of the Quarterly Report provides management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) of the financial condition and results of operations, to enable a reader to assess material changes in financial condition and results of operations as at, and for the three month periods ended March 31, 2025, in comparison to the corresponding prior-year periods. The MD&A is intended to help the reader understand Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation) (“Barrick”, “we”, “our”, the “Company” or the “Group”), our operations, financial performance as well as our present and future business environment. This MD&A, which has been prepared as of May 6, 2025, is intended to supplement and complement the condensed unaudited interim consolidated financial statements and notes thereto, prepared in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board applicable to the preparation of interim financial statements, under International Accounting Standard 34, Interim Financial Reporting, for the three month periods ended March 31, 2025 (collectively, the “Financial Statements”), which are included in this Quarterly Report on pages 53 to 57. You are encouraged to review the Financial Statements in conjunction with your review of this MD&A. This MD&A should be read in conjunction with both the annual audited consolidated
financial statements for the two years ended December 31, 2024, the related annual MD&A included in the 2024 Annual Report, and the most recent Form 40–F/Annual Information Form on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities. These documents and additional information relating to the Company are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov. Certain notes to the Financial Statements are specifically referred to in this MD&A and such notes are incorporated by reference herein. All dollar amounts in this MD&A are in millions of United States dollars (“$” or “US$”), unless otherwise specified.
For the purposes of preparing our MD&A, we consider the materiality of information. Information is considered material if: (i) such information results in, or would reasonably be expected to result in, a significant change in the market price or value of our shares; (ii) there is a substantial likelihood that a reasonable investor would consider it important in making an investment decision; or (iii) it would significantly alter the total mix of information available to investors. We evaluate materiality with reference to all relevant circumstances, including potential market sensitivity.
Abbreviations
| AISC | All-in Sustaining Costs | |
|---|---|---|
| ARK | Agbarabo-Rhino-Kombokolo | |
| BNL | Barrick Niugini Limited | |
| CIL | Carbon-in-leach | |
| COS | Cost of Sales | |
| DRC | Democratic Republic of Congo | |
| ESIA | Environmental and Social Impact Assessment | |
| G&A | General and administrative | |
| Geophysx | Geophysx Jamaica Ltd. | |
| GHG | Greenhouse Gas | |
| GoT | Government of Tanzania | |
| HDPE | High-Density Polyethylene | |
| IASB | International Accounting Standards Board | |
| ICMM | International Council on Mining and Metals | |
| IFRS | IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board | |
| IGF | Inspectorate General of Finance | |
| KCD | Karagba, Chauffeur and Durba | |
| Ktpa | Thousand tonnes per annum | |
| Lb | Pound | |
| LTI | Lost Time Injury | |
| LTIFR | Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate | |
| --- | --- | |
| Mtpa | Million tonnes per annum | |
| MW | Megawatt | |
| NGM | Nevada Gold Mines | |
| OECD | Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development | |
| Oz | Ounce | |
| PJL | Porgera Jersey Limited | |
| PNG | Papua New Guinea | |
| Randgold | Randgold Resources Limited | |
| RC | Reverse Circulation | |
| RIB | Rapid Infiltration Basin | |
| SOKIMO | Société Minière de Kilo-Moto SARL | |
| TCC | Total Cash Costs | |
| TRIFR | Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate | |
| TSF | Tailings Storage Facilities | |
| UN SDG | United Nations Sustainable Development Goals | |
| VAT | Value-Added Tax | |
| WGC | World Gold Council | |
| WTI | West Texas Intermediate | |
| YTD | Year to date March 31 | |
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Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information
Certain information contained or incorporated by reference in this MD&A, including any information as to our strategy, projects, plans or future financial or operating performance, constitutes “forward-looking statements”. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. The words “believe”, “expect”, “anticipated”, “aim”, “strategy”, “ramp up”, “target”, “plan”, “opportunities”, “guidance”, “forecast”, “outlook”, “project”, “develop”, “progress”, “continue”, “committed”, “estimate”, “potential”, “prospective”, “future”, “focus”, “ongoing”, “following”, “subject to”, “scheduled”, “may”, “will”, “can”, “could”, “would”, “should” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this MD&A contains forward-looking statements including, without limitation, with respect to: Barrick’s forward-looking production and cost guidance; anticipated production growth from Barrick’s organic project pipeline and reserve replacement; estimates of future cost of sales per ounce for gold and per pound for copper, total cash costs per ounce and C1 cash costs per pound, and all-in sustaining costs per ounce/pound; cash flow forecasts; projected capital, operating and exploration expenditures; the share buyback program and performance dividend policy; mine life and production rates; anticipated timing for development of the Goldrush Project; our plans, timelines, and expected completion and benefits of our growth projects, including the Goldrush Project, Fourmile, Ren, Donlin Gold, Pueblo Viejo Expansion project, Veladero Phase 8 Leach Pad, Reko Diq, solar power project at Kibali, and the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion; anticipated production at Goldrush, Ren, Reko Diq and Lumwana; timing for first production from the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion; capital expenditures related to upgrades and ongoing management initiatives; Barrick’s global exploration strategy and planned exploration activities; Barrick’s copper strategy; the resumption of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto; the status of negotiations with the Government of Mali in respect of ongoing disputes regarding the Loulo-Gounkoto Complex, including the status of the gold stock removed from site and the outcome of dispute resolution through arbitration; our pipeline of high confidence projects at or near existing operations; our ability to identify new Tier One assets and the potential for existing assets to attain Tier One status; potential mineralization and metal or mineral recoveries; our ability to convert resources into reserves and future reserve replacement; asset sales, joint ventures and partnerships; Barrick’s strategy, plans, targets and goals in respect of sustainability issues, including climate change, greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions reduction targets, safety performance, community development, and responsible water use; and expectations regarding future price assumptions, financial performance and other outlook or guidance.
Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions including material estimates and assumptions related to the factors set forth below that, while considered reasonable by the Company as at the date of this MD&A in light of management’s experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements and information. Such factors include, but are not limited to: fluctuations in the spot and forward price of gold, copper or certain other commodities (such as silver, diesel fuel,
natural gas and electricity); risks associated with projects in the early stages of evaluation and for which additional engineering and other analysis is required; risks related to the possibility that future exploration results will not be consistent with the Company’s expectations, that quantities or grades of reserves will be diminished, and that resources may not be converted to reserves; risks associated with the fact that certain of the initiatives described in this MD&A are still in the early stages and may not materialize; changes in mineral production performance, exploitation and exploration successes; risks that exploration data may be incomplete and considerable additional work may be required to complete further evaluation, including but not limited to drilling, engineering and socioeconomic studies and investment; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development; lack of certainty with respect to foreign legal systems, corruption and other factors that are inconsistent with the rule of law; changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls or regulations and/or changes in the administration of laws, policies and practices, including the expropriation or nationalization of property and political or economic developments in Canada, the United States, Mali or other countries in which Barrick does or may carry on business in the future; risks relating to political instability in certain of the jurisdictions in which Barrick operates; timing of receipt of, or failure to comply with, necessary permits and approvals; non-renewal of key licenses by governmental authorities; failure to comply with environmental and health and safety laws and regulations; increased costs and physical and transition risks related to climate change, including extreme weather events, resource shortages, emerging policies and increased regulations relating to related to GHG emission levels, energy efficiency and reporting of risks; the Company’s ability to achieve its sustainability goals, including its climate-related goals and GHG emissions reduction targets, in particular its ability to achieve its Scope 3 emissions targets which require reliance on entities within Barrick’s value chain, but outside of the Company’s direct control, to achieve such targets within the specified time frames; contests over title to properties, particularly title to undeveloped properties, or over access to water, power and other required infrastructure; the liability associated with risks and hazards in the mining industry, and the ability to maintain insurance to cover such losses; damage to the Company’s reputation due to the actual or perceived occurrence of any number of events, including negative publicity with respect to the Company’s handling of environmental matters or dealings with community groups, whether true or not; risks related to operations near communities that may regard Barrick’s operations as being detrimental to them; litigation and legal and administrative proceedings; operating or technical difficulties in connection with mining or development activities, including geotechnical challenges, tailings dam and storage facilities failures, and disruptions in the maintenance or provision of required infrastructure and information technology systems; increased costs, delays, suspensions and technical challenges associated with the construction of capital projects; risks associated with working with partners in jointly controlled assets; risks related to disruption of supply routes which may cause delays in construction and mining activities, including disruptions in the supply of key mining inputs due to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and conflicts in the Middle East; risk of loss due to acts of war, terrorism, sabotage and civil disturbances; risks associated with artisanal and illegal mining; risks associated with Barrick’s infrastructure,
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information technology systems and the implementation of Barrick’s technological initiatives, including risks related to cybersecurity incidents, including those caused by computer viruses, malware, ransomware and other cyberattacks, or similar information technology system failures, delays and/or disruptions; the impact of global liquidity and credit availability on the timing of cash flows and the values of assets and liabilities based on projected future cash flows; the impact of inflation, including global inflationary pressures driven by ongoing global supply chain disruptions, global energy cost increases following the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and country-specific political and economic factors in Argentina; adverse changes in our credit ratings; fluctuations in the currency markets; changes in U.S. dollar interest rates; changes in U.S. trade, tariff and other controls on imports and exports, tax, immigration or other policies that may impact relations with foreign countries, result in retaliatory policies, lead to increased costs for raw materials and components, or impact Barrick’s existing operations and material growth projects; risks arising from holding derivative instruments (such as credit risk, market liquidity risk and mark-to-market risk); risks related to the demands placed on the Company’s management, the ability of management to implement its business strategy and enhanced political risk in certain jurisdictions; uncertainty whether some or all of Barrick’s targeted investments and projects will meet the Company’s capital allocation objectives and internal hurdle rate; whether benefits expected from recent transactions are realized; business opportunities that may be presented to, or pursued by, the Company; our ability to successfully integrate acquisitions or complete divestitures; risks related
to competition in the mining industry; employee relations including loss of key employees; availability and increased costs associated with mining inputs and labor; risks associated with diseases, epidemics and pandemics; risks related to the failure of internal controls; and risks related to the impairment of the Company’s goodwill and assets.
In addition, there are risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining, including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins, flooding and gold bullion, copper cathode or gold or copper concentrate losses (and the risk of inadequate insurance, or inability to obtain insurance, to cover these risks).
Many of these uncertainties and contingencies can affect our actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us. Readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. All of the forward-looking statements made in this MD&A are qualified by these cautionary statements. Specific reference is made to the most recent Form 40-F/Annual Information Form on file with the SEC and Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities for a more detailed discussion of some of the factors underlying forward-looking statements and the risks that may affect Barrick’s ability to achieve the expectations set forth in the forward-looking statements contained in this MD&A. We disclaim any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
We use the following non-GAAP financial measures and ratios in our MD&A:
| ∎ | “adjusted net earnings” |
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| ∎ | “free cash flow” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “EBITDA” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “adjusted EBITDA” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “attributable EBITDA” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “attributable EBITDA margin” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “net leverage” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “minesite sustaining capital expenditures” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “project capital expenditures” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “TCC/oz” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “C1 cash costs/lb” |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “AISC per oz/lb” and |
| --- | --- |
| ∎ | “realized price per oz/lb” |
| --- | --- |
For a detailed description of each of the non-GAAP financial measures used in this MD&A and a detailed reconciliation to the most directly comparable measure under IFRS, please refer to the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of this MD&A on pages 38 to 49. Each non-GAAP financial measure has been annotated with a reference to an endnote on page 50. The non-GAAP financial measures set out in this MD&A are intended to provide additional information to investors and do not have any standardized meaning under IFRS, and therefore may not be comparable to other issuers, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS.
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| 5 | Overview | ||||
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| 5 | Financial and Operating Highlights | ||||
| 8 | Key Business Developments | ||||
| 8 | Sustainability | ||||
| 9 | Outlook | ||||
| 11 | Operating Performance | ||||
| 11 | Nevada Gold Mines | ||||
| 12 | Carlin | ||||
| 14 | Cortez | ||||
| 16 | Turquoise Ridge | ||||
| 17 | Pueblo Viejo | ||||
| 18 | Loulo-Gounkoto | ||||
| 19 | Kibali | ||||
| 20 | North Mara | ||||
| 21 | Bulyanhulu | ||||
| 22 | Other Mines - Gold | ||||
| 23 | Lumwana | ||||
| 24 | Other Mines - Copper | ||||
| 25 | Growth Projects | ||||
| 27 | Exploration and Mineral Resource Management | ||||
| 30 | Review of Financial Results | ||||
| 30 | Revenue | ||||
| 31 | Production Costs | ||||
| 32 | General and Administrative Expenses | ||||
| 32 | Exploration, Evaluation and Project Expenses | ||||
| 32 | Finance Costs, Net | ||||
| 32 | Additional Statement of Income Items | ||||
| 33 | Income Tax Expense | ||||
| 34 | Financial Condition Review | ||||
| 34 | Balance Sheet Review | ||||
| 34 | Financial Position and Liquidity | ||||
| 35 | Summary of Cash Inflow (Outflow) | ||||
| 36 | Commitments and Contingencies | ||||
| 37 | Review of Quarterly Results | ||||
| 37 | Internal Control over Financial Reporting and Disclosure Controls and Procedures | ||||
| 38 | IFRS Critical Accounting Policies and Accounting Estimates | ||||
| 38 | Non-GAAP Financial Measures | ||||
| 50 | Technical Information | ||||
| 50 | Endnotes | ||||
| 53 | Financial Statements | ||||
| 58 | Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | ||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Overview
Financial and Operating Highlights
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Financial Results ( millions) | |||||||||
| Revenues | 3,130 | 3,645 | (14)% | 2,747 | 14 % | ||||
| Cost of sales | 1,785 | 1,995 | (11)% | 1,936 | (8)% | ||||
| Net earningsa | 474 | 996 | (52)% | 295 | 61 % | ||||
| Adjusted net<br>earningsb | 603 | 794 | (24)% | 333 | 81 % | ||||
| Attributable<br>EBITDAb | 1,361 | 1,697 | (20)% | 907 | 50 % | ||||
| Attributable EBITDA<br>marginb | 51 % | 56 % | (9)% | 41 % | 24 % | ||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expendituresb,c | 564 | 525 | 7 % | 550 | 3 % | ||||
| Project capital<br>expendituresb,c | 269 | 362 | (26)% | 165 | 63 % | ||||
| Total consolidated capital expendituresc,d | 837 | 891 | (6)% | 728 | 15 % | ||||
| Total attributable capital expenditurese | 631 | 758 | (17)% | 572 | 10 % | ||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 1,212 | 1,392 | (13)% | 760 | 59 % | ||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities marginf | 39 % | 38 % | 3 % | 28 % | 39 % | ||||
| Free cash flowb | 375 | 501 | (25)% | 32 | 1,072 % | ||||
| Net earnings per share (basic and diluted) | 0.27 | 0.57 | (53)% | 0.17 | 59 % | ||||
| Adjusted net earnings (basic)b<br>per share | 0.35 | 0.46 | (24)% | 0.19 | 84 % | ||||
| Weighted average diluted common shares (millions<br>of shares) | 1,725 | 1,742 | (1)% | 1,756 | (2)% | ||||
| Operating Results | |||||||||
| Gold production (thousands of ounces)g | 758 | 1,080 | (30)% | 940 | (19)% | ||||
| Gold sold (thousands of<br>ounces)g | 751 | 965 | (22)% | 910 | (17)% | ||||
| Market gold price (/oz) | 2,860 | 2,663 | 7 % | 2,070 | 38 % | ||||
| Realized gold priceb,g<br>(/oz) | 2,898 | 2,657 | 9 % | 2,075 | 40 % | ||||
| Gold COS (Barrick’s<br>share)g,h (/oz) | 1,629 | 1,428 | 14 % | 1,425 | 14 % | ||||
| Gold TCCb,g (/oz) | 1,220 | 1,046 | 17 % | 1,051 | 16 % | ||||
| Gold AISCb,g<br>(/oz) | 1,775 | 1,451 | 22 % | 1,474 | 20 % | ||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes)g | 44 | 64 | (31)% | 40 | 10 % | ||||
| Copper sold (thousands of<br>tonnes)g | 51 | 54 | (6)% | 39 | 31 % | ||||
| Market copper price (/lb) | 4.24 | 4.17 | 2 % | 3.83 | 11 % | ||||
| Realized copper priceb,g<br>(/lb) | 4.51 | 3.96 | 14 % | 3.86 | 17 % | ||||
| Copper COS (Barrick’s<br>share)g,i (/lb) | 2.92 | 2.62 | 11 % | 3.20 | (9)% | ||||
| Copper C1 cash costsb,g<br>(/lb) | 2.25 | 2.04 | 10 % | 2.40 | (6)% | ||||
| Copper AISCb,g<br>(/lb) | 3.06 | 3.07 | 0 % | 3.59 | (15)% | ||||
| As at<br>12/31/24 | % Change | As at<br><br><br>3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Financial Position ( millions) | |||||||||
| Debt (current and long-term) | 4,727 | 4,729 | 0 % | 4,725 | 0 % | ||||
| Cash and equivalents | 4,104 | 4,074 | 1 % | 3,942 | 4 % | ||||
| Debt, net of cash | 623 | 655 | (5)% | 783 | (20)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Net earnings represents net earnings attributable to the equity holders of the Company. | ||||
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38 to<br>49 of this MD&A. | ||||
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| ^c.^ | Amounts presented on a consolidated cash basis. Project capital expenditures are not included in our calculation of AISC.<br> | ||||
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| ^d.^ | Total consolidated capital expenditures also includes capitalized interest of $4 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $4 million;<br>and Q1 2024: $13 million). | ||||
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| ^e.^ | These amounts are presented on the same basis as our guidance. | ||||
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| ^f.^ | Represents net cash provided by operating activities divided by revenue. | ||||
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| ^g.^ | On an attributable basis. | ||||
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| ^h.^ | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and maintenance)<br>divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | ||||
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| ^i.^ | Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an attributable<br>basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | ||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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| ^a.^ | On an attributable basis. | ||||
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| ^b.^ | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and<br>maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an attributable basis using<br>Barrick’s ownership share). Refer to endnote 2 for further details. | ||||
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| ^c.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | ||||
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| ^d.^ | Capital expenditures also includes capitalized interest. | ||||
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| ^e.^ | Dividends declared are inclusive of performance dividends. | ||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Factors affecting net earnings and adjusted net earnings^1^ - Q1 2025 versus Q4 2024
Net earnings attributable to equity holders of Barrick (“net earnings”) for Q1 2025 were $474 million compared to $996 million in Q4 2024. The decrease was impacted by the following significant adjusting items:
| ∎ | long-lived asset impairment reversals of $655 million at Lumwana and $437 million at Veladero, partially offset by a<br>goodwill impairment at Loulo-Gounkoto of $484 million, occurring in Q4 2024, partially offset by |
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| ∎ | other expense adjustments of $173 million which mainly related to the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal<br>matters in the Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc. (refer to note 16 of the Financial Statements for further details), combined with reduced operations costs at Loulo-Gounkoto (refer to page 8 for further details). |
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Refer to page 38 for a full list of reconciling items between net earnings and adjusted net earnings^1^ for the current and previous periods.
After adjusting for items that are not indicative of future operating earnings, adjusted net earnings^1^ of $603 million for Q1 2025 was $191 million lower than Q4 2024 mainly due to decreased gold sales volumes and higher gold COS/oz^2^, partially offset by higher realized gold and copper prices^1^. The decrease in gold sales volumes was mainly as a result of the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto starting January 14, 2025, combined with lower production at Carlin mainly due to the planned shutdown that occurred at the Goldstrike roaster in the current quarter, and a decrease in grades mined and processed at Cortez as per the mine plan. Higher gold COS/oz^2^ was mainly due to the impact of the lower grades processed and lower throughput across most operations combined with higher maintenance costs at Carlin and Pueblo Viejo related to plant shutdown activity. Q1 2025 realized gold and copper prices^1^ were 9% and 14% higher, respectively, when compared to Q4 2024.
Factors affecting net earnings and adjusted net earnings^1^ - Q1 2025 versus Q1 2024
Net earnings and adjusted net earnings^1^ for Q1 2025 were $474 million and $603 million, respectively, compared to $295 million and $333 million, respectively in Q1 2024. Among the drivers of the increase were higher realized gold and copper prices^1^ and lower copper COS/lb^2^, partially offset by lower gold sales volumes and higher gold COS/ oz^2^. Q1 2025 realized gold and copper prices^1^ were 40% and 17% higher, respectively, when compared to Q1 2024. The decrease in gold sales volume was primarily due to the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto, combined with lower production at Carlin resulting from the planned shutdown that occurred at the Goldstrike roaster, and at Cortez resulting from lower leach production due to a decrease in tonnes placed on the leach pad and lower oxide production driven by lower throughput and lower grades processed consistent with the planned mine sequence. The increase in gold COS/oz^2^ was mainly due to the impact of lower fixed cost dilution driven by lower throughput and to a lesser extent lower grades processed at a number of operations, combined with higher royalties associated with the higher realized gold price^1^. Lower copper COS/lb^2^ resulted from lower depreciation and higher grades processed at Lumwana, partially offset by higher royalties associated with the higher realized copper price^1^.
Factors affecting Operating Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow^1^ - Q1 2025 versus Q4 2024
In Q1 2025, we generated $1,212 million in operating cash flow, compared to $1,392 million in Q4 2024. The decrease of $180 million was primarily due to lower gold sales volumes and higher gold TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by higher realized gold and copper prices^1^. Operating cash flow was further impacted by an unfavorable movement in working capital, mainly in inventory, VAT receivable and accounts payable. These results were partially offset by a decrease in cash taxes paid and lower interest paid as a result of the timing of semi-annual interest payments on our bonds, which primarily occur in the second and fourth quarters.
In Q1 2025, we recorded free cash flow^1^ of $375 million, compared to $501 million in Q4 2024, mainly reflecting lower operating cash flows as explained above, partially offset by lower capital expenditures. In Q1 2025, capital expenditures on a cash basis were $837 million compared to $891 million in Q4 2024, as discussed on page 35.
Factors affecting Operating Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow^1^ - Q1 2025 versus Q1 2024
In Q1 2025, we generated $1,212 million in operating cash flow, compared to $760 million in Q1 2024. The increase of $452 million was primarily due to higher realized gold and copper prices^1^, and lower copper C1 cash costs/lb^1^. This was partially offset by lower gold sales volumes and higher gold TCC/oz^1^. These results were combined with a favorable movement in working capital, mainly in accounts payable and other current liabilities.
In Q1 2025, we generated free cash flow^1^ of $375 million compared to $32 million in Q1 2024. The increase primarily reflects higher operating cash flows as explained above, partially offset by higher capital expenditures. In Q1 2025, capital expenditures on a cash basis were $837 million compared to $728 million in the first quarter of 2024, as discussed on page 35.
Numerical annotations throughout the text of this document refer to the endnotes found starting on page 50.
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Key Business Developments
Loulo-Gounkoto Temporary Shutdown
The Company and the Government of Mali have been engaged in an ongoing dispute in connection with the existing mining conventions of Société des Mines de Loulo SA (“Somilo”) and Société des Mines de Gounkoto (“Gounkoto”) (together, the “Conventions”).
On December 18, 2024, after multiple good faith attempts to resolve the dispute, Somilo and Gounkoto submitted a request for arbitration to ICSID in accordance with the provisions of their respective Conventions. On January 14, 2025, due to the restrictions imposed by the Government of Mali on gold shipments, the Company announced that the Loulo-Gounkoto complex would temporarily suspend operations.
For more information, refer to note 16 of the Financial Statements.
Donlin Sale
On April 22, 2025, Barrick announced it had entered into an agreement to sell its 50% interest in the Donlin Gold project located in Alaska, USA to affiliates of Paulson Advisers LLC and NOVAGOLD Resources Inc. (“NOVAGOLD”) for total cash consideration of $1 billion. In addition, Barrick has granted NOVAGOLD an option to purchase the outstanding debt owed to Barrick (current value of $156 million presented in Other Assets) in connection with the Donlin Gold project for $90 million if purchased prior to closing, or for $100 million if purchased within 18 months from closing, when the option expires. If that option is not exercised, the debt will remaining outstanding, substantially in accordance with its existing terms which would largely defer repayment to the commencement of production.
Subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions and obtaining the required regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to be completed late in the second quarter or early in the third quarter of 2025. As at March 31, 2025, the assets and liabilities of our interest in the Donlin Gold project were classified as held-for-sale.
Name and Ticker Change
At the Company’s Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on May 6, 2025, Barrick’s shareholders approved the change of the Company’s corporate name from Barrick Gold Corporation to Barrick Mining Corporation, which was made effective on that date. In addition, as of May 9, 2025, Barrick’s ticker on the New York Stock Exchange will change to “B” from “GOLD”. Barrick’s ticker on the TSX will remain unchanged.
Board of Directors Changes
Also at the Company’s Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on May 6, 2025, two new independent directors were elected to the Board of Directors: Ben van Beurden and Pekka Vauramo. They replace Christopher Coleman and Andrew Quinn who have retired from the Board.
Share Buyback Program
At the February 11, 2025 meeting, the Board of Directors authorized a new share buyback program for the purchase of up to $1 billion of Barrick’s outstanding common shares over the next 12 months. Barrick repurchased $143 million of shares in Q1 2025 under this share buyback program.
The actual number of common shares that may be
purchased, and the timing of any such purchases, will be determined by Barrick based on a number of factors, including the Company’s financial performance, the availability of cash flows, and the consideration of other uses of cash, including capital investment opportunities, returns to shareholders, and debt reduction.
The repurchase program does not obligate the Company to acquire any particular number of common shares, and the repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time at the Company’s discretion.
Sustainability
Sustainability, including our license to operate, is entrenched in our DNA: our sustainability strategy is our business plan. Please refer to page 13 of our fourth quarter and full year 2024 MD&A for a full description of governance, strategy, risk management and targets. Key updates for 2025 are summarized below:
We reiterate our steadfast dedication to the health and safety of our employees and contractors, their families, and the communities in which we operate, encapsulating our safety vision of “Every person going home safe and healthy every day.” The ongoing efforts of our “Journey to Zero” initiative continues to make significant strides.
The Safety Committee, comprised of site safety leads, site technical leads, regional leads and technical Executives, held a workshop during Q1 2025 to review progress on the Journey to Zero and agree to 2025 priority actions. The outcomes of the workshop were presented to the Executive Committee in February 2025. The key safety actions for 2025 are focused on Safety Culture, Risk Management, Training and Contractor Management.
The tracking and reporting on leading indicators continues at all sites. These serve as proactive measures, quantifying prevention efforts and anticipating incidents before they occur.
During the quarter, we undertook over 31,000 Critical Control Verifications across the group. The group recorded a TRIFR^3^ of 0.71 during the quarter, a 15% improvement from the previous quarter, and an LTIFR^3^ of 0.10.
Barrick continues to roll out its climate risk assessments across the sites, the Barrick Biodiversity Residual Impact Assessment tool, and development of community based socio-economic metrics aligned to the UN SDGs across all sites. The outcomes of these various assessments will continue to be disclosed through the year as they are completed.
During Q1 2025, the Group’s total Scope 1 and 2 (location-based) GHG emissions were 1,874 kt CO2-e. Absolute emissions are trending in line with 2024, however relatively emissions have increased as 2024 emissions included the continued operation of Loulo-Gounkoto.
| For the three<br><br><br>months ended | |||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| LTIFR3 | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.23 | ||
| TRIFR3 | 0.71 | 0.83 | 1.27 | ||
| Community Development Spend ( millions) | 15 | 16 | 10 | ||
| Class 14 Environmental Incidents | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| GHG Scope 1 and 2 emissions (kt CO2-e) (location based) | 1,874 | 1,946 | 1,887 | ||
| Water Recycling and Reuse Rate | 82 % | 85 % | 84 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
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Full Year 2025 Outlook
As a result of the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto, we have excluded Loulo-Gounkoto from our 2025 production guidance (refer to page 8 for more information). We expect to update our guidance to include Loulo-Gounkoto when we have greater certainty regarding the timing for the restart of operations.
Excluding Loulo-Gounkoto, we continue to expect our 2025 gold production to be in the range of 3.15 to 3.50 million ounces. We expect Pueblo Viejo, Turquoise Ridge, Porgera and Kibali to deliver higher year-over-year performances, together with stable delivery across Carlin and Cortez. At Veladero and Phoenix, we expect 2025 production to be lower than 2024.
Across the four quarters of 2025, as previously indicated the Company’s gold production is expected to be the lowest in Q1 and highest in Q4 due to the timing of shutdowns, the Goldrush ramp-up and mine sequencing across the NGM sites, the 35 day shutdown for debottlenecking work needed at Pueblo Viejo in Q1 as previously disclosed, and grade variability at Kibali driven by the mine plan. This trend is partially offset by Veladero and North Mara where production is slightly weighted to the first half of the year. This is expected to result in an approximately 46% / 54% split of the Company’s total gold production between the first half and second half of the year, respectively. We expect to update the above commentary when we have greater certainty regarding the timing for the restart of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto.
Our 2025 gold cost guidance remains unchanged, including COS/oz^2^ of $1,460 to $1,560, TCC/oz^1^ of $1,050 to $1,130 and AISC/oz^1^ of $1,460 to $1,560 (all based on a gold price assumption of $2,400/oz). We have previously disclosed a sensitivity of $5/oz on our 2025 gold cost guidance metrics for every $100/oz change in the gold price which is driven by higher royalties. On the basis of this sensitivity, if for example the gold price were to average $2,900/oz for the 2025 year, the above mentioned cost guidance ranges would increase by $25/oz. Aside from this impact, we are on track to achieve our 2025 gold cost guidance metrics.
We expect 2025 copper production to be in the range of 200 to 230 thousand tonnes. As previously indicated, production is expected to be more evenly spread over the last three quarters with Q1 being the lowest quarter of the year mainly driven by grade at Lumwana as per the mine plan. We are on track to achieve our copper cost guidance metrics for 2025, which are based on a copper price assumption of $4.00/lb. We have previously disclosed a sensitivity of $0.01/lb on our 2025 copper cost guidance metrics for every $0.25/lb change in the copper price which is driven by higher royalties. On the basis of this sensitivity, if for example the copper price were to average $4.75/lb for the 2024 year, the copper all-in sustaining cost1 guidance range would increase by $0.03/lb (note royalties are excluded from C1 cash costs^1^).
Further detail on our 2025 company guidance is provided below and on the next page, inclusive of the key assumptions that were used as the basis for this guidance as released on February 11, 2025 and as qualified by the comments above.
| Company Guidance | 2025 | ||||
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| ($ millions, except per oz/lb data) | Estimate | ||||
| Gold production (millions of ounces) | 3.15 - 3.50 | ||||
| Gold cost metrics | |||||
| COS - gold ($/oz) | 1,460 - 1,560 | ||||
| TCC ($/oz)^a^ | 1,050 - 1,130 | ||||
| Depreciation ($/oz) | 370 - 400 | ||||
| AISC ($/oz)^a^ | 1,460 - 1,560 | ||||
| Copper production (thousands of tonnes) | 200 - 230 | ||||
| Copper cost metrics | |||||
| COS - copper ($/lb) | 2.50 - 2.80 | ||||
| C1 cash costs<br>($/lb)^a^ | 1.80 - 2.10 | ||||
| Depreciation ($/lb) | 0.75 - 0.85 | ||||
| AISC ($/lb)^a^ | 2.80 - 3.10 | ||||
| Exploration and project expenses | 330 - 370 | ||||
| Exploration and evaluation | 220 - 240 | ||||
| Project expenses | 110 - 130 | ||||
| General and administrative expenses | ~160 | ||||
| Corporate administration | ~120 | ||||
| Share-based<br>compensation^b^ | ~40 | ||||
| Other expense | 70 - 90 | ||||
| Finance costs, net | 270 - 310 | ||||
| Attributable capital expenditures: | |||||
| Attributable minesite<br>sustaining^a^ | 1,400 - 1,650 | ||||
| Attributable project^a^ | 1,700 - 1,950 | ||||
| Total attributable capital expenditures | 3,100 - 3,600 | ||||
| Effective income tax rate^c^ | 26% - 30% | ||||
| Key assumptions (used for guidance) | |||||
| Gold Price ($/oz) | 2,400 | ||||
| Copper Price ($/lb) | 4.00 | ||||
| Oil Price (WTI) ($/barrel) | 80 | ||||
| AUD Exchange Rate (AUD:USD) | 0.75 | ||||
| ARS Exchange Rate (USD:ARS) | 1,000 | ||||
| CAD Exchange Rate (USD:CAD) | 1.30 | ||||
| CLP Exchange Rate (USD:CLP) | 900 | ||||
| EUR Exchange Rate (EUR:USD) | 1.10 | ||||
| ^a.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38 to<br>49 of this MD&A. | ||||
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| ^b.^ | Based on a one-month trailing average ending December 31, 2024 of US$16.39 per share. | ||||
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| ^c.^ | Based on key assumptions included in this table.<br> | ||||
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Operating Division Guidance
Our 2025 forecast gold and copper production, COS^a^, TCC^b^, AISC^b^, and C1 cash costs^b^ ranges by operating division were originally released on February 14, 2024 as follows:
| Operating Division | 2025 forecast attributable<br>production (koz) | 2025 forecast COSa(/oz) | |
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| Gold | |||
| Carlin (61.5%) | 705 - 785 | ||
| Cortez (61.5%)^c^ | 420 - 470 | ||
| Turquoise Ridge (61.5%) | 310 - 345 | ||
| Phoenix (61.5%) | 85 - 105 | ||
| Nevada Gold Mines (61.5%) | 1,540 - 1,700 | ||
| Hemlo | 140 - 160 | ||
| North America | 1,680 - 1,860 | ||
| Pueblo Viejo (60%) | 370 - 410 | ||
| Veladero (50%) | 190 - 220 | ||
| Porgera (24.5%) | 70 - 95 | ||
| Latin America & Asia Pacific | 630 - 730 | ||
| Loulo-Gounkoto (80%)^d^ | — | ||
| Kibali (45%) | 310 - 340 | ||
| North Mara (84%) | 230 - 260 | ||
| Bulyanhulu (84%) | 150 - 180 | ||
| Tongon (89.7%) | 110 - 140 | ||
| Africa & Middle East | 820 - 910 | ||
| Total Attributable to Barrick^e,f,g^ | 3,150 - 3,500 | ||
| 2025 forecast attributable<br>production (kt) | |||
| Copper | |||
| Lumwana | 125 - 155 | ||
| Zaldívar (50%) | 40 - 45 | ||
| Jabal Sayid (50%) | 25 - 35 | ||
| Total Copper^g^ | 200 - 230 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and maintenance)<br>divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s<br>ownership share). | ||||
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38 to<br>49 of this MD&A. | ||||
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| ^c.^ | Includes Goldrush. | ||||
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| ^d.^ | As a result of the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto, we have excluded Loulo-Gounkoto from our 2025<br>production guidance (refer to page 8 for more information). We expect to update our guidance to include Loulo-Gounkoto when we have greater certainty regarding the timing for the restart of operations. | ||||
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| ^e.^ | TCC/oz and AISC/oz include costs allocated to non-operating sites. | ||||
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| ^f.^ | Operating division guidance ranges reflect expectations at each individual operating division and may not add up to the<br>company-wide guidance range total. | ||||
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| ^g.^ | Includes corporate administration costs. | ||||
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Operating Performance
| Our presentation of reportable operating segments consists of eight gold mines (Carlin, Cortez, Turquoise Ridge, Pueblo Viejo,<br>Loulo-Gounkoto, Kibali, North Mara and Bulyanhulu) and one copper mine (Lumwana). The remaining operating segments, including our remaining gold and copper mines, have been grouped into an “Other | Mines” category and will not be reported on individually. Segment performance is evaluated based on a number of measures<br>including operating income before tax, production levels and unit production costs. Certain costs are managed on a consolidated basis and are therefore not reflected in segment income. |
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Nevada Gold Mines (61.5%)^a^, Nevada, USA
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 36,961 | 36,023 | 3 % | 39,682 | (7)% | ||||
| Open pit ore | 3,974 | 4,428 | (10)% | 5,196 | (24)% | ||||
| Open pit waste | 31,534 | 29,971 | 5 % | 33,008 | (4)% | ||||
| Underground | 1,453 | 1,624 | (11)% | 1,478 | (2)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | 0.98 | 1.45 | (32)% | 0.93 | 5 % | ||||
| Underground mined | 7.62 | 8.51 | (10)% | 8.28 | (8)% | ||||
| Processed | 2.51 | 3.43 | (27)% | 2.51 | 0 % | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 6,143 | 5,609 | 10 % | 6,779 | (9)% | ||||
| Oxide mill | 1,880 | 2,006 | (6)% | 2,113 | (11)% | ||||
| Roaster | 1,126 | 1,407 | (20)% | 1,394 | (19)% | ||||
| Autoclave | 1,098 | 1,056 | 4 % | 1,067 | 3 % | ||||
| Heap leach | 2,039 | 1,140 | 79 % | 2,205 | (8)% | ||||
| Recovery rate | 82 % | 81 % | 1 % | 82 % | 0 % | ||||
| Oxide Mill | 77 % | 80 % | (4)% | 79 % | (3)% | ||||
| Roaster | 85 % | 84 % | 1 % | 85 % | 0 % | ||||
| Autoclave | 81 % | 74 % | 9 % | 81 % | 0 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 342 | 444 | (23)% | 420 | (19)% | ||||
| Oxide mill | 72 | 99 | (27)% | 85 | (15)% | ||||
| Roaster | 172 | 228 | (25)% | 208 | (17)% | ||||
| Autoclave | 86 | 103 | (17)% | 88 | (2)% | ||||
| Heap leach | 12 | 14 | (14)% | 39 | (69)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 345 | 435 | (21)% | 424 | (19)% | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 1,030 | 1,177 | (12)% | 917 | 12 % | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 570 | 643 | (11)% | 612 | (7)% | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 453 | 525 | (14)% | 296 | 53 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)b,c | 566 | 658 | (14)% | 428 | 32 % | ||||
| EBITDA margind | 55 % | 56 % | (2)% | 47 % | 17 % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions)e | 257 | 173 | 49 % | 220 | 17 % | ||||
| Minesite sustainingb | 209 | 133 | 57 % | 184 | 14 % | ||||
| Projectb | 48 | 40 | 20 % | 34 | 41 % | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,643 | 1,468 | 12 % | 1,431 | 15 % | ||||
| TCC (/oz)b | 1,269 | 1,121 | 13 % | 1,081 | 17 % | ||||
| AISC<br>(/oz)b | 1,899 | 1,453 | 31 % | 1,536 | 24 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Barrick is the operator of NGM and owns 61.5%, with Newmont Corporation owning the remaining 38.5%. NGM is accounted<br>for as a subsidiary with a 38.5% non-controlling interest. These results represent our 61.5% interest in Carlin, Cortez, Turquoise Ridge and Phoenix. |
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
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| ^c.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $113 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $133 million, Q1<br>2024: $132 million). |
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| ^d.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. |
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| ^e.^ | Includes capitalized interest. |
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NGM includes Carlin, Cortez, Turquoise Ridge, Phoenix and non-mine site related activity such as the TS Solar Project. Barrick is the operator of the joint venture and owns 61.5%, with Newmont owning the remaining 38.5%. Refer to pages 12 to 16 and 22 for a detailed discussion of each minesite’s results.
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Carlin (61.5%), Nevada, USA
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | |||||||||
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| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 16,710 | 15,494 | 8 % | 14,028 | 19 % | ||||
| Open pit ore | 128 | 637 | (80)% | 590 | (78)% | ||||
| Open pit waste | 15,786 | 13,954 | 13 % | 12,592 | 25 % | ||||
| Underground | 796 | 903 | (12)% | 846 | (6)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | 1.30 | 1.54 | (16)% | 1.94 | (33)% | ||||
| Underground mined | 7.27 | 7.54 | (4)% | 7.51 | (3)% | ||||
| Processed | 3.97 | 4.58 | (13)% | 4.03 | (1)% | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 1,377 | 1,544 | (11)% | 1,869 | (26)% | ||||
| Roasters | 860 | 1,056 | (19)% | 1,220 | (30)% | ||||
| Autoclave | 499 | 488 | 2 % | 649 | (23)% | ||||
| Heap leach | 18 | 0 | 0 % | 0 | 100 % | ||||
| Recovery rate | 81 % | 78 % | 4 % | 81 % | 0 % | ||||
| Roasters | 84 % | 84 % | 0 % | 83 % | 1 % | ||||
| Autoclave | 67 % | 41 % | 63 % | 72 % | (7)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 145 | 186 | (22)% | 205 | (29)% | ||||
| Roasters | 125 | 167 | (25)% | 169 | (26)% | ||||
| Autoclave | 16 | 15 | 7 % | 30 | (47)% | ||||
| Heap leach | 4 | 4 | 0 % | 6 | (33)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 142 | 185 | (23)% | 207 | (31)% | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 417 | 492 | (15)% | 438 | (5)% | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 246 | 277 | (11)% | 288 | (15)% | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 168 | 210 | (20)% | 147 | 14 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)a,b | 206 | 256 | (20)% | 198 | 4 % | ||||
| EBITDA marginc | 49 % | 52 % | (6)% | 45 % | 9 % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 174 | 90 | 93 % | 120 | 45 % | ||||
| Minesite<br>sustaininga | 156 | 74 | 111 % | 113 | 38 % | ||||
| Projecta | 18 | 16 | 13 % | 7 | 157 % | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,720 | 1,489 | 16 % | 1,371 | 25 % | ||||
| TCC (/oz)a | 1,459 | 1,240 | 18 % | 1,127 | 29 % | ||||
| AISC (/oz)a | 2,570 | 1,657 | 55 % | 1,687 | 52 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
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| ^b.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $38 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $46 million, Q1<br>2024: $51 million). | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| ^c.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| Safety and Environment | ||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| For the three months ended | ||||
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||
| LTI | **** | 0 | 0 | |
| LTIFR^3^ | **** | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| TRIFR^3^ | **** | 1.66 | 1.59 | |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | **** | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 22% lower compared to Q4 2024 primarily due to the planned shutdown that occurred at the Goldstrike roaster in the current quarter, combined with a 13% decrease in processed grades driven by the feed mix with a higher proportion of lower grade stockpiled ore as per the plan. Of note, the roaster shutdown was completed ahead of schedule.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 were 16% and 18% higher, respectively, than Q4 2024, which mainly reflected the higher maintenance costs associated with the Goldstrike roaster shutdown, lower fixed cost dilution driven by the lower sales volumes and increased acid costs due to a higher proportion of acidic ore processed at the autoclave. Offsetting these impacts, open pit mining costs per tonne were lower in Q1 2025 driven by the operation of the new Komatsu-930 truck fleet which has delivered higher availability and lower fleet maintenance costs. In Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 55% higher than Q4 2024, driven by higher TCC/oz^1^, combined with higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures increased by 93% compared to Q4 2024 mainly due to higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ driven by higher capitalized stripping at South Arturo. Project capital expenditures^1^ were also higher in Q1 2025 with increased spend on the Ren project.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Gold production for Q1 2025 was 29% lower than Q1 2024, primarily due to the planned shutdown at the Goldstrike roaster as described above, combined with lower autoclave throughput driven by the need for proactive maintenance and the feed mix with a higher proportion of lower grade stockpiled ore as per the plan.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 25% and 29% higher, respectively, than Q1 2024, primarily due to higher maintenance costs associated with the Goldstrike roaster shutdown, lower fixed cost dilution driven by the lower sales volumes, partially offset by lower open pit mining costs resulting from the operation of the new Komatsu-930 truck fleet which has delivered higher availability and lower fleet maintenance costs. For Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 52% higher than Q1 2024 primarily due to higher TCC/oz^1^, combined with higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures were 45% higher than Q1 2024, mainly due to higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ driven by the purchase of the Komatsu-930 truck fleet, and an increase in project capital expenditures^1^ relating to the continuation of the Ren project.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Cortez (61.5%)^a^, Nevada, USA
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 14,397 | 14,407 | 0 % | 18,758 | (23)% | ||
| Open pit ore | 1,391 | 1,002 | 39 % | 1,823 | (24)% | ||
| Open pit waste | 12,550 | 12,911 | (3)% | 16,516 | (24)% | ||
| Underground | 456 | 494 | (8)% | 419 | 9 % | ||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||
| Open pit mined | 1.14 | 2.40 | (53)% | 0.77 | 48 % | ||
| Underground mined | 6.37 | 7.28 | (13)% | 8.75 | (27)% | ||
| Processed | 1.87 | 3.41 | (45)% | 1.84 | 2 % | ||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 1,782 | 1,293 | 38 % | 2,022 | (12)% | ||
| Oxide mill | 526 | 596 | (12)% | 601 | (12)% | ||
| Roasters | 266 | 351 | (24)% | 174 | 53 % | ||
| Autoclave | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | ||
| Heap leach | 977 | 346 | 182 % | 1,247 | (22)% | ||
| Recovery rate | 85 % | 83 % | 2 % | 83 % | 2 % | ||
| Oxide Mill | 82 % | 81 % | 1 % | 79 % | 4 % | ||
| Roasters | 87 % | 85 % | 2 % | 90 % | (3)% | ||
| Autoclave | 52 % | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | ||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 92 | 125 | (26)% | 119 | (23)% | ||
| Oxide Mill | 37 | 55 | (33)% | 49 | (24)% | ||
| Roasters | 46 | 61 | (25)% | 38 | 21 % | ||
| Autoclave | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | ||
| Heap leach | 8 | 9 | (11)% | 32 | (75)% | ||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 96 | 120 | (20)% | 121 | (21)% | ||
| Revenue ( millions) | 281 | 318 | (12)% | 254 | 11 % | ||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 148 | 169 | (12)% | 160 | (8)% | ||
| Income ( millions) | 131 | 147 | (11)% | 92 | 42 % | ||
| EBITDA ( millions)b,c | 166 | 188 | (12)% | 138 | 20 % | ||
| EBITDA margind | 59 % | 59 % | 0 % | 54 % | 9 % | ||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 60 | 64 | (6)% | 64 | (6)% | ||
| Minesite sustainingb | 32 | 40 | (20)% | 45 | (29)% | ||
| Projectb | 28 | 24 | 17 % | 19 | 47 % | ||
| COS (/oz) | 1,541 | 1,405 | 10 % | 1,329 | 16 % | ||
| TCC (/oz)b | 1,172 | 1,064 | 10 % | 946 | 24 % | ||
| AISC<br>(/oz)b | 1,536 | 1,431 | 7 % | 1,341 | 15 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Includes Goldrush. | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
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| ^c.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $35 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $41 million, Q1<br>2024: $46 million). | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| ^d.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| Safety and Environment | ||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| For the three months ended | ||||
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||
| LTI | 0 | 0 | ||
| LTIFR^3^ | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| TRIFR^3^ | 0.00 | 0.86 | ||
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 26% lower than Q4 2024, primarily driven by a 13% decrease in underground grade mined and processed at the Carlin roasters and a 53%
decrease in open pit grade mined, both consistent with the planned mine sequence.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 were both 10% higher than Q4 2024, primarily reflecting the lower grades processed. Offsetting these impacts, open pit mining costs per tonne were lower in Q1 2025 driven by ongoing efficiencies following the recent renewal of the mobile truck fleet, combined with headcount rationalization following the removal of old equipment. In Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 7% higher than Q4 2024, driven by higher TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures in Q1 2025 were 6% lower than Q4 2024, resulting from lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ primarily due to lower capitalized stripping at Crossroads Phase 6, while project capital
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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expenditures^1^ increased by 17% in Q1 2025 as the ramp-up at Goldrush continues.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Gold production for Q1 2025 was 23% lower than Q1 2024, primarily driven by lower leach production due to a decrease in tonnes placed on the leach pad and lower oxide production driven by lower throughput and lower grades processed consistent with the planned mine sequence. This was partially offset by higher roaster production due to higher underground refractory ore mined, both from Cortez Hills underground and Goldrush underground.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 16% and 24% higher, respectively, than Q1 2024, reflecting lower fixed cost dilution combined with a higher proportion of higher cost refractory ounces processed at the Carlin roasters. For Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 15% higher than Q1 2024, driven by higher TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures in Q1 2025 were 6% lower than Q1 2024, largely due to lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ on the back of lower capitalized stripping at Crossroads Phase 6, partially offset by higher project capital expenditures^1^ as the ramp-up at Goldrush continues.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Turquoise Ridge (61.5%), Nevada, USA
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 201 | 282 | (29)% | 568 | (65)% | ||||
| Open pit ore | 0 | 50 | (100)% | 0 | 0 % | ||||
| Open pit waste | 0 | 5 | (100)% | 355 | (100)% | ||||
| Underground | 201 | 227 | (11)% | 213 | (6)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | n/a | 1.07 | n/a | n/a | n/a | ||||
| Underground mined | 10.63 | 13.71 | (22)% | 10.28 | 3 % | ||||
| Processed | 4.08 | 5.23 | (22)% | 4.32 | (6)% | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 655 | 651 | 1 % | 480 | 36 % | ||||
| Oxide Mill | 69 | 83 | (17)% | 62 | 11 % | ||||
| Autoclave | 586 | 568 | 3 % | 418 | 40 % | ||||
| Recovery rate | 85 % | 85 % | 0 % | 86 % | (1)% | ||||
| Oxide Mill | 85 % | 85 % | 0 % | 85 % | 0 % | ||||
| Autoclave | 86 % | 85 % | 1 % | 86 % | 0 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 74 | 94 | (21)% | 62 | 19 % | ||||
| Oxide Mill | 5 | 5 | 0 % | 3 | 67 % | ||||
| Autoclave | 69 | 88 | (22)% | 58 | 19 % | ||||
| Heap leach | 0 | 1 | (100)% | 1 | (100)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 78 | 89 | (12)% | 62 | 26 % | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 224 | 237 | (5)% | 130 | 72 % | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 125 | 132 | (5)% | 107 | 17 % | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 99 | 104 | (5)% | 22 | 350 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)a,b | 128 | 137 | (7)% | 45 | 184 % | ||||
| EBITDA marginc | 57 % | 58 % | (2)% | 35 % | 63 % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 14 | 12 | 17 % | 18 | (22)% | ||||
| Minesite sustaininga | 13 | 12 | 8 % | 18 | (28)% | ||||
| Projecta | 1 | 0 | 100 % | 0 | 100% | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,605 | 1,491 | 8 % | 1,733 | (7)% | ||||
| TCC (/oz)a | 1,227 | 1,107 | 11 % | 1,359 | (10)% | ||||
| AISC (/oz)a | 1,408 | 1,260 | 12 % | 1,655 | (15)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ^b.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $29 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $33 million, Q1<br>2024: $23 million). | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| ^c.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| Safety and Environment | ||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| For the three months ended | ||||
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||
| LTI | 1 | 2 | ||
| LTIFR^3^ | 1.48 | 2.84 | ||
| TRIFR^3^ | 2.95 | 5.68 | ||
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 21% lower than Q4 2024, mainly due to a 22% decrease in grade processed driven by mine sequencing at the Turquoise Ridge underground mine. This was partially offset by slightly higher throughput at the Sage autoclave.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 were 8% and 11% higher, respectively, than Q4 2024, primarily due to the lower grades processed. AISC/oz^1^ was 12% higher than Q4 2024, primarily reflecting higher TCC/oz^1^, combined with
higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ on a per ounce basis.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Gold production for Q1 2025 was 19% higher than Q1 2024, primarily due to the planned Sage autoclave maintenance shutdown that took place during Q1 2024 and subsequent uplift in production. This was partially offset by a 6% decrease in grade processed driven by mine sequencing and lower ore tonnes mined which resulted in a higher proportion of stockpile feed, partially offset by a 3% increase in grade mined from the Turquoise Ridge underground mine.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 7% and 10% lower, respectively, than Q1 2024, primarily owing to the decreased maintenance costs on the back of the planned Sage autoclave shutdown that occurred in Q1 2024. AISC/oz^1^ was 15% lower than Q1 2024, reflecting lower TCC/oz^1^ and lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^, driven in large part by the CIL tank upgrades occurring in Q1 2024.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Pueblo Viejo (60%)^a^, Dominican Republic
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Open pit tonnes mined (000s) | 1,382 | 1,419 | (3)% | 2,944 | (53)% | ||||
| Open pit ore | 89 | 1,128 | (92)% | 1,235 | (93)% | ||||
| Open pit waste | 1,293 | 291 | 344 % | 1,709 | (24)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | 2.19 | 1.94 | 13 % | 2.09 | 5 % | ||||
| Processed | 2.17 | 2.31 | (6)% | 2.33 | (7)% | ||||
| Autoclave ore tonnes processed (000s) | 1,294 | 1,377 | (6)% | 1,382 | (6)% | ||||
| Recovery rate | 82 % | 79 % | 4 % | 81 % | 1 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 74 | 93 | (20)% | 81 | (9)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 76 | 94 | (19)% | 82 | (7)% | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 228 | 251 | (9)% | 172 | 33 % | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 141 | 158 | (11)% | 125 | 13 % | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 84 | 90 | (7)% | 44 | 91 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)b,c | 128 | 144 | (11)% | 81 | 58 % | ||||
| EBITDA margind | 56 % | 57 % | (2)% | 47 % | 19 % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions)e | 46 | 40 | 15 % | 55 | (16)% | ||||
| Minesite sustainingb | 36 | 27 | 33 % | 25 | 44 % | ||||
| Projectb | 8 | 10 | (20)% | 20 | (60)% | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,863 | 1,679 | 11 % | 1,527 | 22 % | ||||
| TCC (/oz)b | 1,189 | 1,030 | 15 % | 1,013 | 17 % | ||||
| AISC (/oz)b | 1,668 | 1,325 | 26 % | 1,334 | 25 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Barrick is the operator of Pueblo Viejo and owns 60%, with Newmont Corporation owning the remaining 40%. Pueblo Viejo<br>is accounted for as a subsidiary with a 40% non-controlling interest. The results in the table and the discussion that follows are based on our 60% share only. | |||
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| ^c.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $44 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $54 million, Q1<br>2024: $37 million). | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| ^d.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| ^e.^ | Includes capitalized interest. | |||
| --- | --- | |||
| Safety and Environment | ||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| For the three months ended | ||||
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||
| LTI | **** | 1 | 0 | |
| LTIFR^3^ | **** | 0.23 | 0.00 | |
| TRIFR^3^ | **** | 0.23 | 0.56 | |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | **** | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 20% lower than Q4 2024, primarily due to lower throughput resulting from the previously guided plant shutdown activities, as well as lower grades processed in line with the plan. This was partially offset by improved recoveries.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 11% and 15% higher, respectively, compared to Q4 2024, mainly driven by higher plant maintenance costs and the impact of lower production. For Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 26% higher than Q4 2024, mainly driven by higher TCC/oz^1^ and higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 increased by 15% compared to Q4 2024, due to increased minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ driven by higher capitalized stripping and the successful execution of our process optimization projects, including the completion of the Thickener Optimization project, which is expected to
improve throughput going forward. This was partially offset by lower project capital expenditures^1^.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Gold production for Q1 2025 was 9% lower than Q1 2024, driven by lower throughput resulting from the previously guided plant shutdown activities, as well as lower grades processed in line with the plan.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 22% and 17% higher, respectively, compared to Q1 2024, driven by the impact of lower production, and higher royalties resulting from the higher realized gold price^1^. For Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 25% higher than Q1 2024, driven by higher TCC/oz^1^ and increased minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 decreased by 16% compared to Q1 2024, primarily due to lower project capital expenditures^1^ related to the processing plant expansion that was completed in Q3 2024. This decrease was partially offset by higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ due to increased activities at the Llagal TSF and the execution of process optimization projects.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 17 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Loulo-Gounkoto (80%)^a^, Mali
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 1,709 | 10,476 | (84)% | 7,692 | (78)% | ||||
| Open pit ore | 57 | 510 | (89)% | 4 | 1,325 % | ||||
| Open pit waste | 1,366 | 9,004 | (85)% | 6,721 | (80)% | ||||
| Underground | 286 | 962 | (70)% | 967 | (70)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | 1.98 | 1.80 | 10 % | 1.07 | 85 % | ||||
| Underground mined | 6.66 | 7.03 | (5)% | 5.89 | 13 % | ||||
| Processed | 3.54 | 5.13 | (31)% | 4.47 | (21)% | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 169 | 1,050 | (84)% | 1,059 | (84)% | ||||
| Recovery rate | 91 % | 90 % | 1 % | 93 % | (2)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 18 | 156 | (88)% | 141 | (87)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | — | 47 | (100)% | 140 | (100)% | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | — | 127 | (100)% | 289 | (100)% | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 5 | 65 | (92)% | 164 | (97)% | ||||
| Income (loss) ( millions) | (69) | (13) | 431 % | 116 | (159)% | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)c,d | (64) | 9 | (811)% | 169 | (138)% | ||||
| EBITDA margine | — | 7 % | (100)% | 58 % | (100)% | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions)f | 14 | 86 | (84)% | 59 | (76)% | ||||
| Minesite sustainingc | 10 | 58 | (83)% | 40 | (75)% | ||||
| Projectc | 3 | 27 | (89)% | 19 | (84)% | ||||
| COS (/oz) | — | 1,397 | (100)% | 1,177 | (100)% | ||||
| TCC (/oz)c | — | 923 | (100)% | 794 | (100)% | ||||
| AISC (/oz)c | — | 2,136 | (100)% | 1,092 | (100)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Barrick owns 80% of Société des Mines de Loulo SA and Société des Mines de Gounkoto with<br>the Republic of Mali owning 20%. Loulo-Gounkoto is accounted for as a subsidiary with a 20% non-controlling interest on the basis that Barrick controls the asset. The results in the table and the discussion that follows are based on our 80% share,<br>inclusive of the impact of the purchase price allocation resulting from the merger with Randgold. |
|---|---|
| ^b.^ | As a result of temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto starting January 14, 2025, no per ounce data<br>is provided. |
| --- | --- |
| ^c.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
| --- | --- |
| ^d.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $5 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $22 million, Q1<br>2024: $53 million). |
| --- | --- |
| ^e.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. |
| --- | --- |
| ^f.^ | Includes capitalized interest. |
| --- | --- |
Safety and Environment
| For the three months ended | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |
| LTI | 0 | 0 |
| LTIFR^3^ | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| TRIFR^3^ | 0.00 | 0.19 |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
On January 14, 2025, Loulo-Gounkoto temporarily suspended operations following an ongoing dispute over the existing mining Conventions. Refer to the section below for further details. This has had a significant negative impact on Loulo-Gounkoto’s financial results for Q1 2025 and no analysis has been provided as it would not be meaningful. The loss of $69 million in Q1 2025 mainly relates to reduced operations costs (included in Other Expense (Income) as detailed in note 9 of the Financial Statements) as well as continued depreciation of certain assets.
Mining Conventions Dispute
As previously disclosed, the Company and the Government of Mali have been engaged in an ongoing dispute over the existing mining Conventions.
On December 18, 2024, after multiple good faith attempts to resolve the dispute, Somilo and Gounkoto submitted a request for arbitration to ICSID in accordance with the provisions of their respective Conventions. On January 14, 2025, due to the restrictions imposed by the Government of Mali on gold shipments, the Company announced that the Loulo-Gounkoto complex would temporarily suspend operations.
For more information, refer to note 16 of the Financial Statements.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 18 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Kibali (45%)^a^, Democratic Republic of Congo
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 5,246 | 4,821 | 9 % | 5,168 | 2 % | ||||
| Open pit ore | 392 | 631 | (38)% | 605 | (35)% | ||||
| Open pit waste | 4,472 | 3,741 | 20 % | 4,083 | 10 % | ||||
| Underground | 382 | 449 | (15)% | 480 | (20)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | 1.48 | 1.46 | 1 % | 1.42 | 4 % | ||||
| Underground mined | 5.02 | 5.27 | (5)% | 5.05 | (1)% | ||||
| Processed | 2.36 | 2.88 | (18)% | 2.85 | (17)% | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 931 | 971 | (4)% | 925 | 1 % | ||||
| Recovery rate | 90 % | 89 % | 1 % | 89 % | 1 % | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 63 | 80 | (21)% | 76 | (17)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 67 | 79 | (15)% | 72 | (7)% | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 192 | 209 | (8)% | 152 | 26 % | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 113 | 111 | 2 % | 86 | 31 % | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 72 | 95 | (24)% | 64 | 13 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)b,c | 104 | 130 | (20)% | 92 | 13 % | ||||
| EBITDA margind | 54 % | 62 % | (13)% | 61 % | (11)% | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 32 | 32 | 0 % | 24 | 33 % | ||||
| Minesite sustainingb | 12 | 15 | (20)% | 15 | (20)% | ||||
| Projectb | 20 | 17 | 18 % | 9 | 122% | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,691 | 1,413 | 20 % | 1,200 | 41 % | ||||
| TCC (/oz)b | 1,212 | 966 | 25 % | 802 | 51 % | ||||
| AISC (/oz)b | 1,426 | 1,182 | 21 % | 1,048 | 36 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Barrick owns 45% of Kibali Goldmines SA with the Government of DRC and our joint venture partner, AngloGold Ashanti,<br>owning 10% and 45%, respectively. The figures presented in this table and the discussion that follows are based on our 45% effective interest in Kibali Goldmines SA held through our 50% interest in Kibali (Jersey) Limited and its other subsidiaries<br>(collectively “Kibali”), inclusive of the impact of the purchase price allocation resulting from the merger with Randgold. Kibali is accounted for as an equity method investment on the basis that the joint venture partners that have joint<br>control have rights to the net assets of the joint venture. |
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
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| ^c.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $32 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $35 million, Q1<br>2024: $28 million). |
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| ^d.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. |
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Safety and Environment
| For the three months ended | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |
| LTI | 1 | 1 |
| LTIFR^3^ | 0.20 | 0.22 |
| TRIFR^3^ | 0.39 | 1.57 |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 21% lower than Q4 2024, mainly due to lower grades processed resulting from fewer ore tonnes mined from the underground related to a shaft shutdown during Q1 2025. Higher grades are planned for later in the year from both underground and open pit.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 20% and 25% higher, respectively, mainly due to lower grades processed and higher royalties driven by a higher realized gold price^1^, combined with the 3% export duty inclusion pursuant to the new finance act. For Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 21% higher compared to Q4 2024, mainly due to higher TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by slightly lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ on a per ounce basis.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were in line with Q4 2024, as lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ were offset by higher project capital expenditures^1^.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Gold production for Q1 2025 was 17% lower than Q1 2024, mainly due to lower grades processed, driven by fewer ore tonnes from the underground related to a shaft shutdown during Q1 2025.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were 41% and 51% higher, respectively, compared to Q1 2024 mainly due to lower grades processed, higher royalties related to the higher realized gold price^1^, combined with the 3% export duty inclusion pursuant to the new finance act and higher underground unit costs. For Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ was 36% higher than Q1 2024, driven by higher TCC/oz^1^ partially offset by lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were 33% higher than Q1 2024, predominantly driven by higher project capital expenditures^1^ driven by the new Pamao TSF.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 19 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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North Mara (84%)^a^, Tanzania
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | |||||||||
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| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Total tonnes mined (000s) | 3,843 | 5,076 | (24)% | 3,581 | 7 % | ||||
| Open pit ore | 1,057 | 1,347 | (22)% | 374 | 183 % | ||||
| Open pit waste | 2,398 | 3,326 | (28)% | 2,811 | (15)% | ||||
| Underground | 388 | 403 | (4)% | 396 | (2)% | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Open pit mined | 2.04 | 2.21 | (8)% | 1.68 | 21 % | ||||
| Underground mined | 3.72 | 5.20 | (28)% | 2.77 | 34 % | ||||
| Processed | 3.56 | 4.29 | (17)% | 2.43 | 47 % | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 672 | 724 | (7)% | 651 | 3 % | ||||
| Recovery rate | 88 % | 90 % | (2)% | 90 % | (2)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 67 | 90 | (26)% | 46 | 46 % | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 68 | 89 | (24)% | 46 | 48 % | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 198 | 237 | (16)% | 96 | 106 % | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 86 | 90 | (4)% | 77 | 12 % | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 109 | 143 | (24)% | 15 | 627 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)b,c | 127 | 164 | (23)% | 30 | 323 % | ||||
| EBITDA margind | 64 % | 69 % | (7)% | 31 % | 106 % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 34 | 54 | (37)% | 30 | 13 % | ||||
| Minesite sustainingb | 17 | 28 | (39)% | 18 | (6)% | ||||
| Projectb | 17 | 26 | (35)% | 12 | 42 % | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,257 | 1,018 | 23 % | 1,678 | (25)% | ||||
| TCC (/oz)b | 986 | 771 | 28 % | 1,339 | (26)% | ||||
| AISC (/oz)b | 1,258 | 1,098 | 15 % | 1,753 | (28)% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Barrick owns 84% of North Mara, with the GoT owning 16%. North Mara is accounted for as a subsidiary with a 16%<br>non-controlling interest on the basis that Barrick controls the asset. The results in the table and the discussion that follows are based on our 84% share. | |||
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
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| ^c.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $18 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $21 million, Q1<br>2024: $15 million). | |||
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| ^d.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. | |||
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| Safety and Environment | ||||
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| For the three months ended | ||||
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||
| LTI | **** | 0 | 0 | |
| LTIFR^3^ | **** | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| TRIFR^3^ | **** | 1.05 | 0.00 | |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | **** | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
In Q1 2025, gold production was 26% lower than Q4 2024 mainly driven by lower grades processed from the underground as per the mine plan.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ were 23% and 28% higher, respectively, than Q4 2024 mainly due to the impact of the lower grade processed. AISC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 was 15% higher than Q4 2024, mainly due to higher TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were 37% lower compared to Q4 2024 due to decreased minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ driven by down payments on long-lead underground equipment made in Q4 2024 and lower project capital expenditures^1^ following the completion of the paste plant which is expected to bring improved flexibility and lower costs to the underground moving forward.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Gold production for Q1 2025 was 46% higher mainly due to higher grades mined and processed and to a lesser extent higher throughput.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ were 25% and 26% lower, respectively, compared to Q1 2024, due to the higher grade processed, partially offset by higher royalties associated with the higher realized gold price^1^. AISC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 was 28% lower than Q1 2024, mainly due to lower TCC/oz^1^, combined with lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ on a per ounce basis.
For Q1 2025, capital expenditures increased by 13% compared to Q1 2024, mainly due to higher project capital expenditures^1^ relating to the second crushing line and Rama land acquisition.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 20 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Bulyanhulu (84%)^a^, Tanzania
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | |||||||||
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| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||
| Underground tonnes mined (000s) | 304 | 331 | (8)% | 304 | 0 % | ||||
| Average grade (grams/tonne) | |||||||||
| Underground mined | 5.27 | 5.80 | (9)% | 5.86 | (10)% | ||||
| Processed | 5.27 | 5.60 | (6)% | 5.77 | (9)% | ||||
| Ore tonnes processed (000s) | 237 | 267 | (11)% | 238 | 0 % | ||||
| Recovery rate | 93 % | 93 % | 0 % | 95 % | (2)% | ||||
| Gold produced (000s oz) | 37 | 44 | (16)% | 42 | (12)% | ||||
| Gold sold (000s oz) | 38 | 44 | (14)% | 40 | (5)% | ||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 123 | 120 | 3 % | 89 | 38 % | ||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 65 | 66 | (2)% | 60 | 8 % | ||||
| Income ( millions) | 56 | 53 | 6 % | 28 | 100 % | ||||
| EBITDA ( millions)b,c | 70 | 67 | 4 % | 41 | 71 % | ||||
| EBITDA margind | 57 % | 56 % | 2 % | 46 % | 24 % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 35 | 35 | 0 % | 26 | 35 % | ||||
| Minesite sustainingb | 23 | 18 | 28 % | 18 | 28 % | ||||
| Projectb | 12 | 17 | (29)% | 8 | 50 % | ||||
| COS (/oz) | 1,714 | 1,505 | 14 % | 1,479 | 16 % | ||||
| TCC (/oz)b | 1,212 | 1,072 | 13 % | 1,044 | 16 % | ||||
| AISC (/oz)b | 1,831 | 1,489 | 23 % | 1,485 | 23 % |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Barrick owns 84% of Bulyanhulu, with the GoT owning 16%. Bulyanhulu is accounted for as a subsidiary with a 16%<br>non-controlling interest on the basis that Barrick controls the asset. The results in the table and the discussion that follows are based on our 84% share. | |||
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| ^b.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
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| ^c.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $14 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $14 million, Q1<br>2024: $13 million). | |||
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| ^d.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. | |||
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| Safety and Environment | ||||
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| For the three months ended | ||||
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||
| LTI | **** | 0 | 0 | |
| LTIFR^3^ | **** | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| TRIFR^3^ | **** | 2.00 | 0.98 | |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | **** | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
In Q1 2025, gold production was 16% lower than Q4 2024 mainly due to lower throughput and lower grades processed, in line with the mine plan.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 were 14% and 13% higher, respectively, than Q4 2024, reflecting lower grade processed and reduced fixed cost dilution from lower throughput. AISC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 was 23% higher than Q4 2024, due to higher TCC/oz^1^ and higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures in Q1 2025 were in line with Q4 2024, reflecting higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures1 relating to underground equipment, offset by lower project capital expenditures^1^ related to the elevated Upper West project spend in Q4 2024.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
For Q1 2025, gold production was 12% lower than Q1 2024 mainly driven by lower grades processed and lower recovery, in line with the mine plan.
COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ for Q1 2025 were both 16% higher compared to Q1 2024, due to the lower grade processed and higher royalties associated with the higher realized gold price^1^, slightly offset by higher capitalized underground development costs. AISC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 was 23% higher than Q1 2024, mainly due to higher TCC/oz^1^ and higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
For Q1 2025, capital expenditures were 35% higher than Q1 2024, mainly due to higher project capital expenditures^1^ related to the Upper West project, combined with higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ related to underground equipment and trucks.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 21 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Other Mines - Gold
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | ||||||||||||||
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| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||||||||||||
| Goldproduced(000s oz) | COS(/oz) | TCC(/oz)a | AISC(/oz)a | CapitalExpend-itures^b^ | Gold<br>produced<br>(000s oz) | COS(/oz) | TCC(/oz)a | AISC(/oz)a | Capital<br>Expend-<br>itures^b^ | |||||
| Phoenix (61.5%) | **** | 31 | **** | 6 | 39 | 6 | ||||||||
| Veladero (50%) | **** | 71 | **** | 48 | 82 | 41 | ||||||||
| Tongon (89.7%) | **** | 27 | **** | 3 | 39 | 7 | ||||||||
| Hemlo | **** | 38 | **** | 9 | 39 | 8 | ||||||||
| Porgera (24.5%) | **** | 21 | **** | 8 | 13 | 20 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
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| ^b.^ | Includes both minesite sustaining and project capital<br>expenditures^1^. |
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Phoenix (61.5%), Nevada, USA
Gold production for Phoenix in Q1 2025 was 21% lower compared to Q4 2024, mainly driven by lower grades mined and processed, partially offset by higher throughput. COS/ oz^2^ in Q1 2025 was 14% higher compared to Q4 2024 due to the lower grades processed. TCC/oz^1^ was 1% lower due primarily to higher by-product credits on a per ounce basis, although this was offset by the higher COS/oz^2^ as discussed above. In Q1 2025, AISC/oz^1^ increased by 6% compared to Q4 2024 due primarily to higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ on a per ounce basis.
Veladero (50%), Argentina
Gold production for Veladero in Q1 2025 was 13% lower compared to Q4 2024 mainly driven by lower throughput resulting from the annual crusher maintenance in Q1 2025. COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 were 1% and 9% lower, respectively, than Q4 2024 driven by higher capitalized stripping. AISC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 increased by 7% compared to Q4 2024, primarily driven by higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^, partially offset by lower TCC/oz^1^.
Tongon (89.7%), Côte d’Ivoire
Gold production for Tongon in Q1 2025 was 31% lower than Q4 2024, primarily due to lower grades processed. COS/ oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 were 53% and 65% higher, respectively, compared to Q4 2024, primarily driven by the lower grades processed, higher energy costs in Q1 2025 due to power grid constraints necessitating higher reliance on diesel gensets, reduced oxide feed which increased reagent consumption and higher royalties reflecting a higher realized gold price. AISC/oz^1^ in Q1 2025 increased by 47% compared to Q4 2024, primarily reflecting higher TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^. Although Tongon continues to be managed for the benefit of all stakeholders, our investment in this asset is not considered to be a core part of our portfolio.
Hemlo (100%), Ontario, Canada
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 3% lower than Q4 2024 resulting from lower ore tonnes mined and processed as per the planned mine sequence, which saw more waste tonnes mined in Q1 2025. This was partially offset by higher grades processed. COS/oz^2^, TCC/oz^1^ and AISC/oz^1^ were all in line with the previous quarter. Our investment in this asset is not considered to be a core part of our portfolio.
Porgera (24.5%), Papua New Guinea
Gold production in Q1 2025 was 62% higher than Q4 2024 driven by the ongoing ramp-up of operations. COS/oz^2^ was 21% lower than Q4 2024, driven by lower depreciation, while TCC/oz^1^ was in line with the prior quarter. AISC/oz^1^ decreased by 43% compared to Q4 2024 primarily reflecting lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 22 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Lumwana (100%), Zambia
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| 12/31/24 | % Change | 3/31/24 | % Change | ||||||||||
| Open pit tonnes mined (000s) | 30,310 | **** | 35,354 | (14 | )% | 29,571 | 2 | % | |||||
| Open pit ore | 6,004 | **** | 10,596 | (43 | )% | 3,727 | 61 | % | |||||
| Open pit waste | 24,306 | **** | 24,758 | (2 | )% | 25,844 | (6 | )% | |||||
| Average grade | |||||||||||||
| Open pit mined | 0.59 | % | 0.61 | % | (3 | )% | 0.49% | 20 | % | ||||
| Processed | 0.57 | % | 0.71 | % | (20 | )% | 0.41% | 39 | % | ||||
| Tonnes processed (000s) | 5,237 | **** | 6,858 | (24 | )% | 6,022 | (13 | )% | |||||
| Recovery rate | 91 | % | 93 | % | (2 | )% | 88% | 3 | % | ||||
| Copper produced (kt) | 27 | **** | 46 | (41 | )% | 22 | 23 | % | |||||
| Copper sold (kt) | 34 | **** | 36 | (6 | )% | 22 | 55 | % | |||||
| Revenue ( millions) | 305 | **** | 260 | 17 | % | 163 | 87 | % | |||||
| Cost of sales ( millions) | 208 | **** | 177 | 18 | % | 168 | 24 | % | |||||
| Income ( millions) | 95 | **** | 79 | 20 | % | (7) | 1,457 | % | |||||
| EBITDA ( millions)a,b | 155 | **** | 133 | 17 | % | 53 | 192 | % | |||||
| EBITDA marginc | 51 | % | 51 | % | 0 | % | 33 % | 55 | % | ||||
| Capital expenditures ( millions) | 70 | **** | 186 | (62 | ) % | 87 | (20 | )% | |||||
| Minesite sustaininga | 50 | **** | 73 | (32 | ) % | 75 | (33 | )% | |||||
| Projecta | 20 | **** | 113 | (82 | ) % | 12 | 67 | % | |||||
| COS (/lb) | 2.80 | **** | 2.27 | 23 | % | 3.41 | (18 | )% | |||||
| C1 cash costs (/lb)a | 2.22 | **** | 1.89 | 17 | % | 2.52 | (12 | )% | |||||
| AISC (/lb)a | 3.20 | **** | 3.14 | 2 | % | 4.33 | (26 | )% |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
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| ^b.^ | EBITDA represents income less depreciation. Depreciation expense is $60 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $54 million, Q1<br>2024: $60 million). |
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| ^c.^ | Represents EBITDA divided by revenue. |
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Safety and Environment
| For the three months ended | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |
| LTI | 1 | 0 |
| LTIFR^3^ | 0.22 | 0.00 |
| TRIFR^3^ | 0.22 | 0.23 |
| Class 1^4^environmental incidents | 0 | 0 |
Financial Results
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
Copper production in Q1 2025 was 41% lower than Q4 2024 due to lower grades processed and lower throughput, as per the mine plan after a record breaking quarter in Q4 2024.
COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^ were 23% and 17% higher, respectively, than Q4 2024, mainly due to lower grades processed. In Q1 2025, AISC/lb^1^ increased by 2% compared to Q4 2024, primarily driven by the increase in C1 cash costs/lb^1^ and higher royalties due to the higher realized copper price^1^, partially offset by a decrease in minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were 62% lower than Q4 2024, mainly due to lower project capital expenditures^1^ as a substantial amount of down payments were made on long lead items in Q4 2024 related to the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion project. Minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ were also lower resulting from lower capitalized stripping.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
Copper production for Q1 2025 was 23% higher than Q1 2024, mainly due to higher grades processed and higher recoveries partially offset by lower throughput.
COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^ for Q1 2025 decreased by 18% and 12%, respectively, compared to Q1 2024, mainly due to the higher grades processed. For Q1 2025, AISC/lb^1^ was 26% lower than Q1 2024 mainly due to the decreased C1 cash cost/lb^1^ and lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^. This was partially offset by higher royalties due to the higher realized copper price^1^.
Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were 20% lower than Q1 2024, mainly due to lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ resulting from lower capitalized stripping, partially offset by higher project capital expenditures^1^ related to the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion project.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 23 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | |||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Other Mines - Copper
Summary of Operating and Financial Data
| For the three months ended | ||||||||||||||
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| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | |||||||||||||
| Copperproduction(kt) | COS (/lb) | C1 <br>cash costs(/lb)a | AISC (/lb)a | Capital Expend-itures^b^ | Copper<br> production <br>(kt) | COS (/lb) | C1 cash costs(/lb)a | AISC (/lb)a | Capital<br> Expend-<br>itures^b^ | |||||
| Zaldívar (50%) | **** | 9 | **** | 7 | 11 | 16 | ||||||||
| Jabal Sayid (50%) | **** | 8 | **** | 4 | 7 | 5 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
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| ^b.^ | Includes both minesite sustaining and project capital<br>expenditures^1^. |
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Zaldívar (50%), Chile
Copper production for Zaldívar in Q1 2025 was 18% lower than Q4 2024 due to lower throughput, lower recoveries, and lower grades processed in line with plan. COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^ were 3% and 4% lower, respectively, than Q4 2024 mainly driven by lower unit costs for key consumables. AISC/lb^1^ in Q1 2025 was 15% lower compared to Q4 2024, driven by lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ and lower C1 cash costs/lb^1^. Our investment in this asset, of which we are not the operator, continues to be a non-core part of our portfolio.
Jabal Sayid (50%), Saudi Arabia
Jabal Sayid’s copper production in Q1 2025 was 14% higher than Q4 2024 primarily due to higher grades processed. COS/lb^2^ for Q1 2025 was largely in line with Q4 2024, while C1 cash costs/lb^1^ increased by 12% mainly due to lower gold by-product credits, partially offset by lower treatment and refinery costs. AISC/lb^1^ in Q1 2025 increased by 8% compared to Q4 2024, mainly due to higher C1 cash costs/lb^1^, partially offset by lower sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
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Growth Projects
Goldrush Project, Nevada, USA^6^
Goldrush, which is included within Cortez, is expected to be a long-life underground mine with anticipated annual production in excess of 400,000 ounces of gold per year (100% basis) once in full production by 2028.
In Q1 2025, the sinking of the first of eight ventilation shafts and installation of two underground primary fans were completed, which enable increased mining rates. Execution planning for the next ventilation raise is underway with surface geotechnical drilling scheduled to begin in the second quarter. Surface access in Horse Canyon has been established to the initial vent shaft collar, dewatering wellhead, and dewatering pipe alignment. Installation of the HDPE dewatering pipeline tying the wellhead to the RIB in Pine Valley is under construction and expected to be complete in Q2. Earthworks and piping infrastructure for the initial RIB were completed during the first quarter. Goldrush dewatering activities are expected to begin in Q2 2025.
As of March 31, 2025, project spend was $447 million on a 100% basis (including $11 million in Q1 2025) inclusive of the exploration declines. This capital spent to date, together with the remaining expected pre-production capital, is still anticipated to be near the approximate $1 billion initial capital estimate for the Goldrush project (100% basis).
Fourmile, Nevada, USA^7^
Fourmile, located adjacent to Goldrush, is a 100% owned Barrick asset in Nevada and has the potential to be a standalone Tier One Gold Asset^5^. The current focus is on exploration drilling with promising results to date that support the potential to significantly increase the modeled extents of the declared mineral resource within the 2.5 kilometers of prospective Wenban stratigraphy, as well as to uplift the grade. A dedicated Barrick project development team and budget are targeting the extension of the existing mineral resources, while also evaluating an independent surface portal access from Bullion Hill, which would decouple the evaluation of the project from the existing Goldrush development and ultimately complement the current Goldrush multi-purpose development. Footwall development along the strike of the Fourmile orebodies would initially be used for underground exploration drilling and then later be re-used for mine haulage.
During Q1 2025, the design of the Bullion Hill portal surface disturbance was completed and this disturbance plan was submitted to the relevant authorities. The review and update of the mining trade-off studies continued in alignment with the ongoing PFS.
The 2025 drilling campaign commenced, focused on defining the orebody and delineating the overall Fourmile footprint, with drilling planned across the full strike length. Drilling will continue to ramp up in Q2 as 2025 will be the largest drill program at Fourmile to date.
Barrick anticipates Fourmile will be incorporated into the NGM joint venture, at fair market value, if certain criteria are met. In Q1 2025, we spent $5 million, out of an estimated $75 to $85 million for 2025 as we continue to expand the upside and continue conversion drilling in the known deposits. This will also cover additional study costs as we commence the prefeasibility study in 2025.
Ren, Nevada, USA
Ren is a new ore deposit at Goldstrike Underground and a key expansion project at Carlin. Located north of Goldstrike Underground’s Meikle and Banshee deposits, Ren is anticipated to produce an average of 140,000 ounces per year (100% basis) once in full production in 2027.
To develop the deposit, the existing exploration drift will be duplicated, allowing for increased ventilation and secondary egress into the working area. Once completed, two additional exploration drilling platforms will be constructed to support further drilling on the project allowing for both the conversion of the existing resource and further growth of the deposit.
To support production mining of the deposit, an additional set of twin declines will be driven from the Betze-Post open pit to the north with the intent to provide life of mine ventilation to the deposit as well as a direct path for material to be hauled and hoisted out via the existing Meikle Headframe. To complete the project, a seven meter ventilation shaft will be sunk 550 meters to serve as an exhaust raise and utility conduit for mining the orebody.
During Q1 2025, the secondary drift development continued towards the northeast over the main portion of the eastern JB North mineralized zone. The first three drill bays have been completed, with the remaining drill stations to be completed throughout 2025. Rehabilitation of the initial exploration drift is continuing to improve area egress and ventilation. Infill conversion drilling began mid-March, with the first assay results expected to be returned in May to support the update for conversion by year-end. Portals in the Betze-Post open pit were completed and construction continued with setting utilities to support the development. Final contract negotiations advanced for the Ren ventilation shaft construction and a contract award is expected in Q2.
As at March 31, 2025, project spend was $95 million (including $23 million in Q1 2025) out of an estimated capital cost of $410 to $470 million (100% basis).
Pueblo Viejo Expansion, Dominican Republic^8^
The Pueblo Viejo Life of Mine Expansion continues to focus on housing, resettlement, and the Naranjo Tailings Storage Facility. Engineering work is ongoing to optimize design, complete permitting and advance the project on schedule. Current field work includes the dam access road, the diorite filter access road, development of the diorite filter quarry, and ongoing drilling for site investigation. Competitive bids have now been received for all dam construction works and evaluations to select contactors will continue throughout 2025. The overall schedule remains on track to have the starter dam completed ahead of the existing Llagal dam reaching capacity.
The housing project continues with 220 homes constructed and 18 families now resettled. Only 30 homes remain to be started, with the potable water treatment facility fully operational, and elementary school construction and sewage treatment facilities advancing well.
The overall resettlement process continues to advance with compensation packages being presented and accepted, while the asset inventories and Resettlement Action Plan are due to be completed during Q2 2025.
As at March 31, 2025, total project spend was $1,143 million (including $13 million in Q1 2025) on a 100% basis. The estimated capital cost of the plant expansion and mine life extension project remains approximately $2.6 billion (100% basis).
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Veladero Phase 8 Leach Pad, Argentina
The construction of the Phase 8 leach pad will be divided into three phases being 8A, 8B and 8C. In December 2024 the Phase 8A leach pad construction project was approved. Construction started in Q1 2025 and is expected to be completed by Q1 2026. Construction of the phase includes cutting, filling, sub-drainage and monitoring, leak collection and recirculation, impermeabilization, as well as pregnant leaching solution collection.
Overall, for Phase 8, as at March 31, 2025, project spend was $39 million (including $29 million in Q1 2025) out of an estimated capital cost of $250-270 million (100% basis).
Reko Diq Project,Pakistan^9^
At the end of 2024, Barrick completed a full update of the project’s 2010 feasibility study and 2011 expansion prefeasibility study and added 7.3 million tonnes of copper and 13 million ounces of attributable gold in probable reserves as at December 31, 2024^10^. Once fully commissioned, the Reko Diq project is projected to deliver 240,000 tonnes of copper production and 297,000 ounces of gold per year during Phase 1 increasing to 460,000 tonnes of copper and 520,000 ounces of gold during the first ten years (2034-2043) of Phase 2 (100% basis). This is based on an increased 45Mtpa process plant throughput in Phase 1 (from the original 40Mtpa) and 90Mtpa (from the original 80Mtpa) in Phase 2, following the grind size optimization work undertaken as part of the feasibility study. The total estimated capital cost of Phase 1 is $5.6-6.0 billion (100% basis, exclusive of capitalization of financing costs) to be spent between 2025-2029. On February 11, 2025, the Board of Directors conditionally approved the development of Phase 1 subject to the closing of up to $3 billion of limited recourse project financing. Assuming $3 billion of project financing, Barrick’s share of the total partner equity contribution required to fund the construction of Phase 1 is expected to be $1.4-1.7 billion (exclusive of capitalization of financing costs). The total estimated capital cost of Phase 2 is $3.3-3.6 billion (100% basis, exclusive of capitalization of financing costs) to be spent between 2029-2033.
During Q1 2025, construction work advanced, with Fluor appointed as the lead Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management partner to work alongside the Barrick Owner’s Team in the detailed design and construction of the project. Personnel continued to be recruited and mobilized for the project with the majority of new hires from Balochistan. In addition, the full project ESIA was approved by the Balochistan Environmental Protection Agency during Q1. Finally, in April 2025, the joint venture shareholders approved the project’s updated Feasibility Study and conditionally approved the associated Phase 1 development capital subject to the closing of up to $3 billion limited recourse project financing. The target for first production remains by the end of 2028.
Capital expenditures commenced in Q2 2024, with total capitalized spend to date of $228 million (including $100 million in Q1 2025) (100% basis).
For 2025, following spend profile timing optimization with Fluor, the capital spend for the year is now anticipated to be under $1 billion (100% basis).
Kibali Solar Project, DRC
This project entails the design, supply and installation of a 16 MW photovoltaic solar farm with a 15 MW battery energy storage system to complement the existing hydroelectric power stations raising the renewable component of the
mine’s energy mix from 81% to 85%. The completion of this project is projected to deliver a 53% reduction in fuel consumption in the power plant. The project is still tracking on schedule with completion forecasted for Q2 2025. The installation of the infrastructure progressed well during the quarter with the completion of the battery module installation and photovoltaic panel installation tracking at 99% completion. The 66kV substation extension component installation is complete and final cable terminations ongoing. Cold commissioning of the switchgear, battery modules and panels commenced during Q1 2025. Upcoming areas of focus include the completion of the control philosophy and hot commissioning of Phase 1. As at March 31, 2025, project spend was $39 million (including $7 million in Q1 2025) out of an estimated capital cost of $55 million (100% basis).
Lumwana Super Pit Expansion, Zambia^11^
The Lumwana Super Pit Expansion is projected to deliver 240,000 tonnes of copper production per year, from a 52Mtpa process plant expansion, with a mine life of more than 30 years. Following the successful transition in 2023 to the owner stripping model we have already seen the 20% planned cost and efficiency benefit which aligns well with the interim mine volumes and longer-term expansion strategy.
The transition from the feasibility study to execution has now been completed. Long lead equipment manufacturing is in progress with certified vendor data provided to continue with detailed engineering of the process plant. The project execution schedule has been developed and is currently undergoing multiple reviews to maintain our target of first copper production during Q1 2028. The geotechnical site investigation report has been handed over to the engineering consultant providing a firm foundation for the earthworks and civil detailed engineering.
The contract for the enabling earthworks construction at the wet plant, including critical road infrastructure, has been awarded and mobilization commenced during Q1 2025. Earthworks is on schedule to commence during Q2 2025.
The building of the first accommodation units for the construction camp progressed to 90% completion during the quarter. The TSF design and reviews have been completed and the construction of the first diversion channel for the expanded facility is on track to commence during Q2. Steady progress of the detailed engineering during the quarter enabled the two major civil packages to be issued to the market on schedule.
For Q1 2025, we have spent $16 million, out of an estimated capital spend of $0.6 billion for 2025. As at March 31, 2025, the total spend on the expansion project is $178 million. The total project capital cost (exclusive of capitalized stripping) is expected to be $2 billion based on the approved feasibility study.
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Exploration and Mineral Resource Management
The foundation of our exploration strategy is a deep organizational understanding that discovery through exploration is a long-term investment and the main value driver for the business. Our exploration strategy has multiple elements that all need to be in balance to deliver on Barrick’s business plan for growth and long-term sustainability.
First, we seek to deliver projects of a short- to medium-term nature that will drive improvements in mine plans. Second, we seek to make new discoveries that add to Barrick’s Tier One Gold Asset5 portfolio. Third, we work to optimize the value of our major undeveloped projects and finally, we seek to identify emerging opportunities early in their value chain and secure them, where appropriate.
The following section summarizes the exploration results from Q1 2025.
North America
Carlin, Nevada, USA
Continued expansion and drilling in North Leeville resulted in confirmation of the geologic model and validation of high-grade mineral controls. Indicated conversion drilling at Pete Bajo also saw positive results, with drilling providing additional refinement to the Pickett and Leeville fault block, defining small scale folds ponding high grade.
Results from mapping and road cuts for drill access continue to provide prospective indications of mineral systems extending +5km north of the Leeville deposits. While the extent of the target area is upper plate silliclastic stratigraphy, fertile structures and fold and fault patterns provide encouragement for lower plate target concepts in the area. The drilling of three deep framework holes beginning in Q2 will test for anomalism and prospective structural features in the carbonate host stratigraphy.
Adjacent to Gold Quarry in the covered Carlin Basin, assays from the second framework hole returned 104 meters of continuous gold anomalism in an east verging thrust package of repeated favorable lower plate carbonates. Within the thrust, anomalism was elevated along a steep east-dipping fault, a common high-grade setting in orebodies across the district. The basin remains largely untested, and anomalism remains open to the northeast and drilling will begin in Q2 2025 to define the extent of the target area.
Cortez, Nevada, USA
Building off 2024 Hanson results and interpretations, two target zones - Birch and El Rojo - have been defined within the imbricated thrust system. Birch is the focus for 2025, concentrating on the up-plunge growth potential by drilling from surface to ensure better intercept angles to properly define the ore body. The program commenced in early February completing three RC pre-collars and a partial core tail in Q1 2025.
At Swift, final assays were received for the second hole of the 2024 drill program. Additional zones of anomalous gold and associated Carlin-type geochemistry were encountered in the targeted structural corridor which expands the anomalous footprint 900 meters to the south. Faulting omitted the targeted favorable host rocks, but the early-stage framework drilling continues to provide valuable
information guiding the interpretation of the controls to the widespread alteration and anomalous gold encountered at Swift to date. The 2025 drill program will be more focused on targeted drilling of favorable structural intersections to vector in on high-grade mineralization.
Turquoise Ridge, Nevada, USA
During the quarter, step-out drilling on the T4 target was initiated at Turquoise Ridge, testing an updated fold and thrust model with associated west-verging thrust faults to the east of the third shaft. Historic drilling and geochemical signatures mark the fertile structures, with drilling focused towards testing their intersecting fold hinges and favorable stratigraphy.
Several underground drilling programs are also underway at Turquoise Ridge confirming significant ore-controlling features along the FED and MBD mine areas with infill drilling. Drilling will advance to step-out holes during Q2.
Regional, USA
Barrick’s regional exploration team continues to identify opportunities and consolidate ground across the Western U.S. Fieldwork is in progress across the portfolio, supplemented by geophysical surveys as drill targets for large gold and copper systems are defined and advanced.
Patris, Quebec, Canada
Drill for till completed to cover the entire property along the two major deformations zone. Results are expected in Q2 2025, which will guide further exploration of the property.
Regional, Canada
Barrick’s exploration team continues to evaluate new opportunities across Canada. A recent generative exercise identified a number for new areas of interest in the Superior Province region that are being prioritized for follow-up work. Permitting is progressing at the Sturgeon Lake project in Ontario where it is expected that fieldwork will resume in Q3 and in the Abitibi, deep framework drilling through cover on an untested part of the main structure is in progress.
Latin America & Asia-Pacific
Pueblo Viejo, Dominican Republic
At Pueblo Viejo, a technical review of all geological information is progressing at the district scale. This work has so far defined seven new emerging areas of interest for epithermal gold mineralization. Follow up work delineating these areas is ongoing and we are aiming to have new drill ready targets during the second half of 2025.
Regional Exploration, Dominican Republic
At Restauracion District, located in the western Dominican Republic, four large areas with potential to host gold mineralization have now been defined (epithermal or porphyry) and two of these areas have been prioritized due to encouraging field observations. Focused geological work will continue, with an Induced Polarization geophysical survey planned to commence in Q2 2025. It is expected that drill-ready targets will be defined in the second half of 2025 and drilling will follow.
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Jamaica
Early-stage exploration activities continued under the earn-in agreement with Geophysx. Four camp-scale areas have been prioritized, with potential for gold epithermal or porphyry mineralization along the Cretaceous and Paleocene belts.
On the Cretaceous Belt, located in Central Jamaica, six undercover areas of interest are emerging, following the integration of Geophysx data and field reconnaissance.
At the Paleocene Belt, at the Shirley Castle camp, porphyry-type alteration and mineralization has been recognized with emerging targets being defined. Target delineation will continue, aiming to have drill-ready targets during the second half of 2025.
Veladero District, Argentina
The discovery of new ounces that add value to Veladero’s Life of Mine remains a priority. An accelerated exploration program is ongoing, including a district-scale review defining new epithermal gold targets.
Drilling is progressing at the Brujas and Argenta high-sulfidation gold targets. At the Brujas high sulfidation gold target, located 10 kilometers south of Veladero, a four hole drilling campaign is being executed, focusing on potential shallow gold mineralization.
At the Argenta block, located five kilometers south of Veladero, the integration of legacy results and information from the Argenta Pit led to the identification of four areas of interest and drilling has recently commenced.
Peru
Several consolidated areas of interest in Peru are being advanced with projects at various stages, from reconnaissance work to first-pass drilling, with a robust pipeline of targets.
The early-stage work across multiple belts is delivering results, with newly consolidated ground that has potential for high sulfidation epithermal gold deposits or Porphyry Copper deposits.
In the Libelula District, the first drilling campaign continues to test the epithermal gold targets and is expected to be completed during Q2 2025.
In the Ccoropuro copper-gold porphyry district in southern Peru, permitting is on track aiming to commence drilling in the second half of 2025.
Ecuador
Following Barrick’s successful participation in a public tender process conducted by ENAMI EP (the state-owned mining company of Ecuador) and the signing of a commercial framework agreement with ENAMI EP, the team is negotiating specific agreements, while continuing with community engagement.
Reko Diq, Pakistan^12^
Exploration activities at Reko Diq continue to progress positively, with a strong focus on enhancing the geological understanding of the district. A structural framework study is ongoing, in parallel with geological mapping at local- and district-scale on the priority areas. Concurrently, the team is reviewing the pipeline of projects that can have an earlier impact on Reko Diq’s Life of Mine, and prioritizing the activities on those.
A large-scale 3D Induced Polarization geophysical survey, covering over 60 square kilometers, is scheduled to commence in Q2 2025. The survey will encompass much of the mining lease area with all currently defined targets, including the Western Porphyries. This survey will later be used to fully characterize the known porphyries petrophysical response, supporting prioritization and ranking of both existing targets and those that may be identified later that are under thin cover.
As an encouraging early result of this work, the team identified Bukit Pasir copper and gold target as a high potential target. Bukit Pasir is located four kilometers north of the Western Porphyries and it is partially undercover. Through detailed mapping of trenches, the team recognized similarities with the H15 and H14 systems, (the core of the Western Porphyries), and potential for shallow and continuous mineralization. The first hole (RD001183) was completed in March, with a total depth of 1,035.98 meters. The hole intercepted 902 meters at 0.50% Cu and 0.19 g/t Au from 78 meters, including 556 meters at 0.60% Cu and 0.21 g/t Au from 366 meters. Primary copper sulfides, including chalcopyrite and bornite, were observed from depths as shallow as 30 meters. The second hole (RD001184A), located 200 meters north of RD001183, ended at 1,073.1 meters, also intercepted shallow mineralized rocks. Currently the team is drilling the third hole, located 300 meters north of RD001184A. These very encouraging early results demonstrate the significant potential for further upside within the Reko Diq mining lease. Additional drilling will be completed, aiming to understand the footprint and potential of the Bukit Pasir system, during Q2 and Q3 2025.
Porgera, Papua New Guinea
Drilling on the Wangima target continued, with over 9,600 meters of diamond drilling completed during Q1. Exploration activities over areas of interest located to the north of the Wangima drilling areas are ongoing, with encouraging results. A comprehensive review of all geological information is progressing at the Porgera district. The key objective of this program is to generate new exploration targets, with field programs including mapping and geochemical sampling to be undertaken in the second quarter.
Japan Gold Strategic Alliance, Japan
At Ebino, located near the world-class Hishikari low-sulfidation gold deposit, permitting activities are advancing as planned. Drilling of two defined low-sulfidation epithermal gold targets is scheduled to commence in Q2 2025.
At the Hakuryu area, located in the North of Japan, drilling began in April 2025 in a previously defined low sulfidation gold target.
Africa and Middle East
Senegal Exploration Portfolio
In Senegal, exploration programs have commenced in earnest on the three exploration licenses included in the agreement with Managem reported last quarter. Target delineation programs including geochemical sampling and geophysics are in progress, with initial observations including strong alteration along multiple subparallel mineralized corridors, supporting the prospectivity of the 820 square kilometer land package.
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Loulo-Gounkoto, Mali
A comprehensive geological review of the Loulo District has been completed, leading to the identification of several new exploration targets. This has also allowed for a re-prioritization of targets with the highest impact potential targets being the focus for resuming work once the temporary suspension of operations is lifted (refer to page 8 for further details.) Among these, the Baboto Complex stands out, demonstrating significant orebody potential.
Tongon, Côte D’Ivoire^13^
Drilling was carried out this quarter on several targets, aiming to provide near-term flexibility to Tongon. The results confirmed shallow, high-grade mineralization at Koro Safe and Nagra, indicating the potential to develop into valuable satellites with further drilling. At Koro Safe, drilling intersected mineralization within a 30 meter wide corridor, extending over 250 meters strike characterized by veining, hematite, and sericite alteration, with the higher grades concentrated along the contact between fine-grained sediment with andesite. Significant intersections include 15 meters at 5.02 g/t (SFAC026) and 6 meters at 9.96 g/t (SFAC029). At Nagra, drill results from three air core lines across a 500 meter portion of the host granitic intrusion confirmed a broad, anomalous mineralized system with several high-grade intersections, related to quartz vein stockworks in the granite, including 32 meters at 4.10 g/t, including 3 meters at 21.54 g/t (NGAC017) and 9 meters at 2.78 g/t including 6 meters at 3.53 g/t (NGAC010). Follow-up drilling is planned to delineate the size and extent of the defined stockwork system, which remains open to the north and at depth.
Kibali, DRC^14^
At ARK, an intensive drilling program is in progress aiming to deliver a high-grade multi-million ounce orebody four kilometers from the plant. Results to date have highlighted multiple new emerging mineralized shoots and significant extensions of the known systems down plunge and along strike with most of the mineralized shoots remaining open with widespread opportunities for additional discoveries. Significant results during Q1 include: RHGC2098: 20 meters at 5.74 g/t, RHGC2099: 14 meters at 5.32 g/t, RHGC2138:14 meters at 5.42 g/t.
At KCD, drilling is in progress targeting a 500 meter down-plunge extension of the mineralized system. The second hole is interpreted to have intersected the modelled extension of the 3000 lode (assays pending) representing a large scale extension of the mineralization which remains open laterally and along the plunge. Drilling
will continue with additional holes planned to test core of the modelled extensions of the 3000, 5000 and 9000 lodes.
At Aindi Watsa, on the KZ-South structure, a follow-up drilling program has commenced to test the extension of high-grade zones previously intersected along the 1.8 kilometer long shear corridor. This program will assess the potential of Aindi Watsa to deliver an open pit satellite orebody south of the Kibali river and unlock the full 15+ kilometer strike of the KZ South Structure.
North Mara and Bulyanhulu, Tanzania
In Tanzania, preparations for the field season commencing in Q2 2025 have been a focus, with multiple key programs designed to generate and test high priority targets near the North Mara and Bulyanhulu operations as well as further afield in the highly prospective greenfield portfolio.
At North Mara, during Q1 2025, 10 permits (~90km^2^) were granted along the modelled strike extension of the Rama shear, the main controlling structure of the Rama deposit. Geological mapping has identified new structures with Rama-style silica-sericite-albite alteration, which will be explored for near-surface satellite potential. Additionally, at the Tagota complex, follow-up drilling is planned to commence in Q2 2025 to test multiple highly ranked opportunities within 15 kilometers of the plant.
On the Bulyanhulu Inlier, observations from framework drilling at Kalemero supports the potential for Bulyanhulu Reef 1 & 2 style geological settings, supporting the potential for discoveries within trucking distance to the plant. Follow-up drilling is planned to test priority targets in Q2 2025.
At Nzega and Siga, upon the conclusion of the rainy-season, intensive target delineation programs will commence to test below extensive post-mineral cover which has preserved the discovery potential for additional major gold deposits in the belt along multiple large scale mineralized structures.
Jabal Sayid, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
At Jabal Sayid and the surrounding exploration licenses, deep penetrating ground electro-magnetics and high-resolution gravity surveys have commenced over the prospective corridors delineated last quarter to test for massive sulphide at depth below the limit of current drilling and airborne geophysical survey penetration. Targets generated will be ranked and drill tested late in Q2 2025. Additionally, deep diamond drilling is planned to commence this quarter beneath the known lodes at Jabal Sayid to test for repeating zones of mineralization along the controlling structures.
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Review of Financial Results
Revenue
| ( millions, except per oz/lb data in dollars) | For the three<br>months ended | ||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Gold | |||||
| 000s oz<br>solda | 751 | 965 | 910 | ||
| 000s oz<br>produceda | 758 | 1,080 | 940 | ||
| Market price (/oz) | 2,860 | 2,663 | 2,070 | ||
| Realized price<br>(/oz)b | 2,898 | 2,657 | 2,075 | ||
| Revenue | 2,766 | 3,327 | 2,528 | ||
| Copper | |||||
| 000s tonnes<br>solda | 51 | 54 | 39 | ||
| 000s tonnes<br>produceda | 44 | 64 | 40 | ||
| Market price (/lb) | 4.24 | 4.17 | 3.83 | ||
| Realized price<br>(/lb)b | 4.51 | 3.96 | 3.86 | ||
| Revenue | 304 | 260 | 163 | ||
| Other sales | 60 | 58 | 56 | ||
| Total revenue | 3,130 | 3,645 | 2,747 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | On an attributable basis. |
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Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
In Q1 2025, gold revenues on a consolidated basis decreased by 17% compared to Q4 2024, as lower sales volumes were partially offset by a higher realized gold price^1^. The average market price for Q1 2025 was $2,860/ oz, representing an all-time high quarterly average and a 7% increase versus the $2,663/oz average in Q4 2024. During Q1 2025, the gold price ranged from $2,615/oz to an all-time nominal high of $3,128/oz (although this was surpassed subsequent to March 31), and closed the quarter at $3,115/oz. Gold prices in Q1 2025 continued to be volatile, impacted by economic and geopolitical concerns, especially related to potential trade disputes, and a decline in the value of the trade-weighted US dollar.
In Q1 2025, gold production on an attributable basis decreased by 30% compared to Q4 2024 mainly as a result of the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto starting January 14, 2025 (refer to page 8 for further details). This was combined with lower production at Carlin mainly due to the planned shutdown that occurred at the Goldstrike roaster in the current quarter, and a decrease in grades mined and processed at Cortez as per the mine plan.
ATTRIBUTABLE GOLD PRODUCTION VARIANCE (000s oz) ****
Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024 ****
In Q1 2025, copper revenues on a consolidated basis increased by 17% compared to Q4 2024, primarily due to a higher realized copper price^1^, partially offset by slightly lower sales volumes compared to Q4 2024. The average market price in Q1 2025 was $4.24/lb, representing a increase of 2% from the $4.17/lb average in Q4 2024. The realized copper price^1^ in Q1 2025 was higher than the market copper price due to the impact of positive provisional pricing adjustments, whereas a negative provisional pricing adjustment was recorded in Q4 2024. During Q1 2025, the copper price traded in a range of $3.98/lb to $4.61/lb, and closed the quarter at $4.39/lb. Copper prices in Q1 2025 were impacted by a decline in the trade-weighted USD dollar, concerns about the global economy resulting from global trade disputes, and demand forecasts in China, which is the world’s largest consumer of copper.
Attributable copper production in Q1 2025 was 20 thousand tonnes lower compared to Q4 2024 driven by lower grades processed and lower throughput at Lumwana, as per the mine plan.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
For Q1 2025, gold revenues on a consolidated basis increased by 9% compared to Q1 2024, primarily due to a higher realized gold price^1^, partially offset by lower sales volumes. The average market price for Q1 2025 was $2,860/oz versus $2,070/oz for Q1 2024.
ATTRIBUTABLE GOLD PRODUCTION VARIANCE (000s oz)
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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For Q1 2025, attributable gold production was 182 thousand ounces lower than Q1 2024, primarily due to the temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto, combined with lower production at Carlin resulting from the planned shutdown that occurred at the Goldstrike roaster, and at Cortez resulting from lower leach production due to a decrease in tonnes placed on the leach pad and lower oxide production driven by lower throughput and lower grades processed consistent with the planned mine sequence.
For Q1 2025, copper revenues on a consolidated basis increased by 87% compared to Q1 2024, due to increased sales volumes and a higher realized copper price^1^. In Q1 2025, the realized copper price^1^ was higher than the market copper price, as discussed above, consistent with Q1 2024.
Attributable copper production for Q1 2025 was 4 thousand tonnes higher than Q1 2024, mainly due to higher grades processed and higher recoveries at Lumwana.
Production Costs
| ( millions, except per oz/lb data in dollars) | For the three<br>months ended | ||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Gold | |||||
| Site operating costs | 1,097 | 1,246 | 1,241 | ||
| Depreciation | 342 | 424 | 407 | ||
| Royalty expense | 95 | 112 | 88 | ||
| Mining and production taxes | 23 | 22 | 16 | ||
| Community relations | 11 | 6 | 9 | ||
| Cost of sales | 1,568 | 1,810 | 1,761 | ||
| COS (/oz)a | 1,629 | 1,428 | 1,425 | ||
| TCC (/oz)b | 1,220 | 1,046 | 1,051 | ||
| AISC (/oz)b | 1,775 | 1,451 | 1,474 | ||
| Copper | |||||
| Site operating costs | 126 | 101 | 95 | ||
| Depreciation | 60 | 54 | 60 | ||
| Royalty expense | 21 | 22 | 12 | ||
| Community relations | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Cost of sales | 208 | 179 | 168 | ||
| COS (/lb)a | 2.92 | 2.62 | 3.20 | ||
| C1 cash costs<br>(/lb)b | 2.25 | 2.04 | 2.40 | ||
| AISC (/lb)b | 3.06 | 3.07 | 3.59 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and<br>maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an attributable basis using<br>Barrick’s ownership share). |
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| b. | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. |
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Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
In Q1 2025, gold cost of sales on a consolidated basis was 13% lower than Q4 2024, mainly due to lower sales volumes. Our 45% interest in Kibali and 24.5% interest in Porgera are equity accounted, and therefore each mine’s cost of sales is excluded from our consolidated gold cost of sales. Our per ounce metrics, gold COS/oz2 and TCC/oz1, includes our proportionate share of cost of sales at our equity method investees, and were 14% and 17% higher, respectively, than Q4 2024, mainly due to the impact of lower grades processed and lower throughput across most
operations combined with higher maintenance costs at Carlin and Pueblo Viejo related to plant shutdown activity.
In Q1 2025, gold AISC/oz^1^, which also includes our proportionate share of equity method investees, increased by 22% compared to Q4 2024. This was primarily due to higher TCC/oz^1^, as explained above, combined with increased minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^.
In Q1 2025, copper cost of sales on a consolidated basis was 16% higher than Q4 2024, mainly due to higher site operating costs. Our 50% interests in Zaldívar and Jabal Sayid are equity accounted and therefore, we do not include their cost of sales in our consolidated copper cost of sales. Our per pound metrics, copper COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^, include our proportionate share of cost of sales at our equity method investees. Copper COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^ were 11% and 10% higher, respectively, compared to Q4 2024, primarily at Lumwana due to the impact of lower grades processed.
In Q1 2025, copper AISC/lb^1^, which also includes our proportionate share of equity method investees, was in line with Q4 2024, as a decrease in minesite sustaining capital expenditures1 was offset by the increase in C1 cash costs/lb^1^.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
For Q1 2025, gold cost of sales on a consolidated basis was 11% lower than Q1 2024, mainly due to lower sales volumes. As described above, our per ounce metrics, gold COS/oz^2^ and TCC/oz^1^, include our proportionate share of cost of sales at our equity method investees, and were 14% and 16% higher, respectively, compared to Q1 2024. This was mainly due to the impact of lower fixed cost dilution driven by lower throughput and to a lesser extent lower grades processed at a number of operations, combined with higher royalties associated with the higher realized gold price^1^.
For Q1 2025, gold AISC/oz^1^ was 20% higher than Q1 2024, primarily due to higher TCC/oz^1^, as described above, combined with higher minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ on a per ounce basis.
For Q1 2025, copper cost of sales on a consolidated basis was 24% higher than Q1 2024, primarily due to the impact of higher sales volumes. As described above, our per pound metrics, copper COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^, include our proportionate share of cost of sales at our equity method investees. Copper COS/lb^2^ and C1 cash costs/lb^1^ were 9% and 6% lower, respectively, compared to Q1 2024, due to higher grades processed at Lumwana, partially offset by higher royalties associated with the higher realized copper price^1^. Copper COS/lb^2^ was further impacted by lower depreciation per pound.
For Q1 2025, copper AISC/lb^1^ was 15% lower than Q1 2024, primarily reflecting lower C1 cash costs/lb^1^, as per above, combined with lower minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^ resulting from lower capitalized stripping at Lumwana.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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General and Administrative Expenses
| ( millions) | For the three<br>months ended | |||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||
| Corporate administration | 27 | 19 | 27 | |||
| Share-based compensationa | 15 | (10 | ) | 1 | ||
| General & administrative expenses | 42 | 9 | 28 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | Based on a US$19.04 share price as at March 31, 2025 (December 31, 2024: US$15.71 and March 31, 2024:<br>US$15.63). |
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General and administrative expenses for the current period increased compared to the prior periods primarily as a result of higher share-based compensation expenses due to an increase in our share price during the current quarter compared to prior periods.
Exploration, Evaluation and Project Expenses
| ( millions) | For the three<br>months ended | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Global exploration and evaluation | 27 | 37 | 24 | ||
| Project costs: | |||||
| Reko Diq | 3 | 32 | 39 | ||
| Other | 19 | 19 | 19 | ||
| Global exploration and<br> evaluation and project expense | 49 | 88 | 82 | ||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation | 5 | 8 | 13 | ||
| Total exploration, evaluation<br> and project expenses | 54 | 96 | 95 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Exploration, evaluation and project expenses for Q1 2025 decreased compared to both Q4 2024 and Q1 2025, driven by lower project costs at Reko Diq as the feasibility study was completed at the end of 2024 which resulted in the conversion of resources to mineral reserves and consequently costs are now capitalized consistent with our accounting policy.
Finance Costs, Net
| ( millions) | For the three<br>months ended | |||||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||||
| Interest expensea | 98 | **** | 113 | 93 | ||||
| Accretion | 23 | **** | 22 | 21 | ||||
| Interest capitalized | (4 | ) | (4 | ) | (13 | ) | ||
| Other finance costs | 1 | **** | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Finance income | (56 | ) | (64 | ) | (71 | ) | ||
| Finance costs, net | 62 | **** | 68 | 31 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | For Q1 2025, interest expense includes $8 million of non-cash interest expense relating to the Pueblo Viejo streaming<br>agreement with Royal Gold Inc. (Q4 2024: $9 million; Q1 2024: $8 million). Interest expense also includes $4 million relating to finance costs in Argentina (Q4 2024: $18 million; Q1 2024: $nil). |
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In Q1 2025, finance costs, net decreased compared to Q4 2024 mainly due to lower interest expense due to decreased finance costs in Argentina associated with cash repatriation, partially offset by lower finance income.
For Q1 2025, finance costs, net increased by $31 million compared to Q1 2024, primarily due to lower finance income and interest capitalized.
Additional Statement of Income Items
| ( millions) | For the three<br>months ended | ||||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||||
| Impairment charges | 4 | (477 | ) | 17 | |||
| Loss on currency translation | 2 | 18 | 12 | ||||
| Closed mine rehabilitation | 19 | 11 | (2 | ) | |||
| Other expense | 170 | 71 | 17 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Impairment Charges
In Q1 2025, net impairment charges were $4 million, compared to reversals of $477 million in Q4 2024 and charges of $17 million in Q1 2024. There were no significant impairment charges or reversals in Q1 2025 nor Q1 2024. The net impairment reversals in Q4 2024 relate to non-current asset impairment reversals of $655 million at Lumwana as a result of the inclusion of the Super Pit Expansion in the LOM plan and higher copper prices, and $437 million at Veladero, reflecting higher gold prices, extended mine life and lower country risk. Offsetting these reversals, we recognized a goodwill impairment of $484 million at Loulo-Gounkoto in Q4 2024.
Loss on Currency Translation
Loss on currency translation in Q1 2025 was $2 million compared to $18 million in Q4 2024 and $12 million in Q1 2024. The loss in Q1 2025 mainly relates to the devaluation of the Tanzanian shilling, partially offset by the appreciation of the Chilean peso and the West African CFA, while the losses in both Q4 2024 and Q1 2024 mainly relate to the devaluation of the Chilean peso. Currency fluctuations result in a revaluation of our local currency denominated VAT receivables and local currency denominated payable balances.
Closed Mine Rehabilitation
Closed mine rehabilitation expense in Q1 2025 was $19 million, mainly due to a decrease in the market real risk-free rate used to discount the closure provision. This compares to $11 million in Q4 2024 resulting from higher closure cost estimates at various closure sites, partially offset by an increase in the market real risk-free rate, and to a gain of $2 million in Q1 2024 mainly due to a slight increase in the market real risk-free rate.
Other Expense
Other expense in Q1 2025 was $170 million, mainly due to the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc. (refer to note 16 of the Financial Statements for further details), combined with reduced operations costs at Loulo-Gounkoto (refer to page 8 for further details). This compares to other expense of $71 million in Q4 2024, which mainly related to the $84 million payment to the Government of Mali to advance negotiations and the $60 million customs and royalty settlement at Tongon, partially offset by the insurance proceeds received in relation to the claim for the 2023 conveyor failure at Pueblo Viejo and the gain on sale of miscellaneous non-current assets. There were no significant other expense/income items in Q1 2024.
For a further breakdown of other expense, refer to note 9 to the Financial Statements.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Income Tax Expense
Income tax expense was $278 million in Q1 2025. The unadjusted effective income tax rate in Q1 2025 was 26% of income before income taxes.
The underlying effective income tax rate on ordinary income in Q1 2025 was 26% after adjusting for the impact of foreign currency translation losses on deferred tax balances; the impact of net impairment charges; the impact of updates to the rehabilitation provision for our non-operating mines; the impact of non-deductible foreign exchange losses; the impact of the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc.; the impact of Loulo-Gounkoto’s reduced operations costs; and the impact of other expense adjustments.
We record deferred tax charges or credits if changes in facts or circumstances affect the estimated tax basis of assets and therefore, the expectations of our ability to realize deferred tax assets. The interpretation of tax regulations and legislation as well as their application to our business is complex and subject to change. We have significant amounts of deferred tax assets, including tax loss carry forwards, and also deferred tax liabilities. We also have significant amounts of unrecognized deferred tax assets (e.g. for tax losses in Canada). Potential changes in any of these amounts, as well as our ability to realize deferred tax assets, could significantly affect net income or cash flow in future periods. For further details on income tax expense, refer to note 10 of the Financial Statements.
Withholding Taxes
In Q1 2025, we recorded $20 million of dividend withholding taxes related to the undistributed and distributed earnings of our subsidiaries in the United States and Tanzania.
OECD Pillar Two model rules
We have applied the exception available under the amendments to IAS 12 published by the IASB in May 2023 and are not recognizing or disclosing information about deferred tax assets and liabilities related to Pillar Two income taxes. Our review of Pillar Two for the current year, based on the OECD’s Transitional Safe Harbour rules as implemented in the Global Minimum Tax Act in Canada, has not identified any material amounts to be accrued for Q1 2025. As the law is evolving, both in Canada and elsewhere, we will continue to monitor the impact of this legislation.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Financial Condition Review
Summary Balance Sheet and Key Financial Ratios
| ($ millions, except ratios and share amounts) | As at 3/31/25 | As at 12/31/24 | ||
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| Total cash and equivalents | **** | 4,104 | 4,074 | |
| Current assets | **** | 3,898 | 3,558 | |
| Non-current assets | **** | 40,140 | 39,994 | |
| Total Assets | **** | 48,142 | 47,626 | |
| Current liabilities excluding short-term debt | **** | 2,763 | 2,618 | |
| Non-current liabilities excluding long-term<br>debt^a^ | **** | 7,088 | 7,023 | |
| Debt (current and long-term) | **** | 4,727 | 4,729 | |
| Total Liabilities | **** | 14,578 | 14,370 | |
| Total shareholders’ equity | **** | 24,450 | 24,290 | |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | 9,114 | 8,966 | |
| Total Equity | **** | 33,564 | 33,256 | |
| Total common shares outstanding (millions of shares)^b^ | **** | 1,719 | 1,727 | |
| Debt, net of cash | **** | 623 | 655 | |
| Key Financial Ratios: | ||||
| Current<br>ratio^c^ | **** | 2.80:1 | 2.89:1 | |
| Debt-to-equity^d^ | **** | 0.14:1 | 0.14:1 | |
| Net leverage^e^ | **** | 0.1:1 | 0.1:1 | |
| ^a.^ | Non-current financial liabilities as at March 31, 2025 were $5,229 million (December 31, 2024: $5,215 million).<br> | |||
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| ^b.^ | As of April 29, 2025, the number of common shares outstanding is 1,719,458,060. | |||
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| ^c.^ | Represents current assets divided by current liabilities (including short-term debt) as at March 31, 2025 and<br>December 31, 2024. | |||
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| ^d.^ | Represents debt divided by total shareholders’ equity (including minority interest) as at March 31, 2025 and<br>December 31, 2024. | |||
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| ^e.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||
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Balance Sheet Review
Total assets were $48.1 billion as at March 31, 2025, slightly higher than total assets as at December 31, 2024.
Our asset base is primarily comprised of non-current assets such as property, plant and equipment and equity method investments, reflecting the capital-intensive nature of the mining business and our history of growing through acquisitions and creation of joint ventures with other mining companies. Other significant assets include production inventories, indirect taxes recoverable and receivable, concentrate sales receivable, other government and joint venture related receivables, as well as cash and equivalents.
Total liabilities at March 31, 2025 were $14.6 billion, slightly higher than total liabilities at December 31, 2024. Our liabilities are primarily comprised of debt, other non-current liabilities (such as provisions and deferred income tax liabilities), and accounts payable.
Financial Position and Liquidity
We believe we have sufficient financial resources to meet our business requirements for the foreseeable future, including capital expenditures, working capital requirements, interest payments, environmental rehabilitation, securities buybacks and dividends.
Total cash and cash equivalents as at March 31, 2025 were $4.1 billion. Our capital structure comprises a mix of debt, non-controlling interest (primarily at NGM) and shareholders’ equity. As at March 31, 2025, our total debt was $4.7 billion (debt, net of cash and equivalents was $623 million) and our debt-to-equity ratio was 0.14:1. This compares to total debt as at December 31, 2024 of $4.7 billion (debt, net of cash and equivalents was $655 million), and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14:1.
Uses of cash for the remainder of 2025 include capital commitments of $740 million, and we expect to incur attributable minesite sustaining^1^ and project capital expenditures^1^ of approximately $2,500 to $3,000 million during the remainder of the year, based on our annual guidance range on page 9. For the remainder of 2025, we have contractual obligations and commitments of $923 million for supplies and consumables. In addition, we have $267 million in interest payments and other amounts as detailed in the table on page 36. We expect to fund these commitments through operating cash flow, which is our primary source of liquidity, as well as our existing cash balances as necessary. As previously disclosed, we have authorized a share buyback program, where we may purchase up to $1 billion of Barrick shares. As at March 31, 2025, we have purchased $143 million of shares under this program.
We also have a performance dividend policy that enhances shareholder returns when the Company’s liquidity is strong. In addition to our base dividend, the amount of the performance dividend on a quarterly basis will be based on the amount of cash, net of debt, on our balance sheet at the end of each quarter as per the schedule below.
| PerformanceDividendLevel | ThresholdLevel | QuarterlyBaseDividend | QuarterlyPerformanceDividend | QuarterlyTotalDividend | |
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| Level I | Net cash<br><$0 | $0.10 per<br>share | $0.00 per<br>share | $0.10 per<br>share | |
| Level II | Net cash<br>>$0 and<br><$0.5B | $0.10 per<br>share | $0.05 per<br>share | $0.15 per<br>share | |
| Level III | Net cash<br>>$0.5B<br>and <$1B | $0.10 per<br>share | $0.10 per<br>share | $0.20 per<br>share | |
| Level IV | Net cash<br>>$1B | $0.10 per<br>share | $0.15 per<br>share | $0.25 per<br>share | |
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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The declaration and payment of dividends is at the discretion of the Board of Directors, and will depend on the company’s financial results, cash requirements, future prospects, the number of outstanding common shares, and other factors deemed relevant by the Board.
Our operating cash flow is dependent on the ability of our operations to deliver projected future cash flows. The market price of gold and to a lesser extent, copper, are the primary drivers of our operating cash flow. Other options to enhance liquidity include portfolio optimization; issuance of equity or long-term debt securities in the public markets or to private investors (Moody’s and S&P currently rate Barrick’s outstanding long-term debt as investment grade, with ratings of A3 and BBB+, respectively); and drawing on the $3.0 billion available under our undrawn Credit Facility (subject to compliance with covenants and the making of certain representations and warranties, this facility is available for drawdown as a source of financing). The revolving Credit Facility incorporates sustainability-linked metrics and are made up of annual environmental and social performance targets directly influenced by Barrick’s actions, rather than based on external ratings. The performance targets include Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity, water use efficiency (reuse and recycling rates), and TRIFR^3^. Barrick may incur positive or negative pricing adjustments on drawn credit spreads and standby fees based on its sustainability performance versus the targets that have been set. The key financial covenant in our undrawn Credit Facility requires Barrick to maintain a net debt to total capitalization ratio of less than 0.60:1. Barrick’s net debt to total capitalization ratio was 0.02:1 as at March 31, 2025 (0.02:1 as at December 31, 2024).
Summary of Cash Inflow (Outflow)
| ($ millions) | For the three<br>months ended | ||||||||
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| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | **** | 1,212 | **** | 1,392 | 760 | ||||
| Investing activities | |||||||||
| Capital expenditures | **** | (837 | ) | (891 | ) | (728 | ) | ||
| Funding of equity method investments | **** | 0 | **** | (4 | ) | (44 | ) | ||
| Dividends received from equity method investments | **** | 38 | **** | 71 | 47 | ||||
| Shareholder loan repayments from equity method investments | **** | 60 | **** | 16 | 45 | ||||
| Investment sales | **** | 0 | **** | 20 | 0 | ||||
| Other | **** | 0 | **** | 10 | 0 | ||||
| Total investing outflows | **** | (739 | ) | (778 | ) | (680 | ) | ||
| Net change in debt^a^ | **** | (3 | ) | (3 | ) | (3 | ) | ||
| Dividends^b^ | **** | (172 | ) | (172 | ) | (175 | ) | ||
| Net disbursements to non-controlling interests | **** | (125 | ) | (291 | ) | (99 | ) | ||
| Share buyback program | **** | (143 | ) | (354 | ) | 0 | |||
| Other | **** | 4 | **** | 58 | (7 | ) | |||
| Total financing outflows | **** | (439 | ) | (762 | ) | (284 | ) | ||
| Effect of exchange rate | **** | 0 | **** | (3 | ) | (2 | ) | ||
| Increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents | **** | 34 | **** | (151 | ) | (206 | ) | ||
| ^a.^ | The difference between the net change in debt on a cash basis and the net change on the balance sheet is due to changes<br>in non-cash charges, specifically the unwinding of discounts and amortization of debt issue costs. | ||||||||
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| ^b.^ | For Q1 2025, we declared and paid dividends per share in US dollars totaling $0.10 (Q4 2024: declared and paid $0.10;<br>Q1 2024: declared and paid $0.10). | ||||||||
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Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024
In Q1 2025, we generated $1,212 million in operating cash flow, compared to $1,392 million in Q4 2024. The decrease of $180 million was primarily due to lower gold sales volumes and higher gold TCC/oz^1^, partially offset by higher realized gold and copper prices^1^. Operating cash flow was further impacted by an unfavorable movement in working capital, mainly in inventory, VAT receivable and accounts payable. These results were partially offset by a decrease in cash taxes paid and lower interest paid as a result of the timing of semi-annual interest payments on our bonds, which primarily occur in the second and fourth quarters.
Cash outflows from investing activities in Q1 2025 were $739 million, compared to $778 million in Q4 2024. The decreased outflow of $39 million was primarily due to lower project capital expenditures^1^ mainly at Lumwana as a substantial amount of down payments were made on long lead items in Q4 2024, partially offset by increased minesite sustaining capital expenditures^1^, mainly at Carlin resulting from higher capitalized stripping. Investing cash flow was further impacted by higher shareholder loan repayments made by equity method investments (in particular Kibali), partially offset by lower cash dividends received from equity method investments, primarily Kibali.
Net financing cash outflows for Q1 2025 amounted to $439 million, compared to $762 million in Q4 2024. The decrease of $323 million is primarily due to lower repurchases of shares under our share buyback program compared to Q4 2024, combined with lower net disbursements paid to non-controlling interests, primarily to Newmont in relation to their interest in NGM.
Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
In Q1 2025, we generated $1,212 million in operating cash flow, compared to $760 million in Q1 2024. The increase of $452 million was primarily due to higher realized gold and copper prices^1^, and lower copper C1 cash costs/lb^1^. This was partially offset by lower gold sales volumes and higher gold TCC/oz^1^. These results were combined with a favorable movement in working capital, mainly in accounts payable and other current liabilities.
Cash outflows from investing activities in Q1 2025 were $739 million compared to $680 million in Q1 2024. The increase of $59 million was primarily due to higher capital expenditures driven by increased project capital expenditures^1^, mainly related to costs being capitalized at Reko Diq as the feasibility study was completed in Q4 2024. The increase in cash outflows from investing activities was partially offset by the funding made to Porgera in Q1 2024.
Net financing cash outflows for Q1 2025 amounted to $439 million compared to $284 million in Q1 2024. The increase of $155 million is primarily due to the repurchase of shares under our share buyback program in Q1 2025.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Commitments and Contingencies
Litigation and Claims
We are currently subject to various litigation proceedings as disclosed in note 16 to the Financial Statements, and we may be involved in disputes with other parties in the future that may result in litigation. If we are unable to resolve these disputes favorably, it may have a material adverse impact on our financial condition, cash flow and results of operations.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
In the normal course of business, we enter into contracts that give rise to commitments for future minimum payments. The following table summarizes the remaining contractual maturities of our financial liabilities and operating and capital commitments shown on an undiscounted basis:
| ($ millions) | Payments due as at 3/31/25 | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030<br>and<br>thereafter | Total | ||||||||
| Debt^a^ | ||||||||||||||
| Repayment of principal | 12 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4,631 | 4,690 | |||||||
| Capital leases | 10 | 12 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 57 | |||||||
| Interest | 267 | 283 | 280 | 279 | 278 | 2,660 | 4,047 | |||||||
| Provisions for environmental<br>rehabilitation^b^ | 170 | 139 | 105 | 152 | 126 | 1,935 | 2,627 | |||||||
| Restricted share units | 9 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | |||||||
| Pension benefits and other post-retirement benefits | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 62 | 83 | |||||||
| Purchase obligations for supplies and<br>consumables^c^ | 923 | 279 | 255 | 167 | 154 | 57 | 1,835 | |||||||
| Capital commitments^d^ | 740 | 69 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 809 | |||||||
| Social development costs^e^ | 49 | 30 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 59 | 154 | |||||||
| Other obligations^f^ | 37 | 68 | 62 | 62 | 70 | 497 | 796 | |||||||
| Total | 2,221 | 949 | 726 | 675 | 641 | 9,913 | 15,125 | |||||||
| ^a^^.^ | Debt and Interest: Our debt obligations do not include any subjective acceleration clauses or other clauses that enable<br>the holder of the debt to call for early repayment, except in the event that we breach any of the terms and conditions of the debt or for other customary events of default. We are not required to post any collateral under any debt obligations.<br>Projected interest payments on variable rate debt were based on interest rates in effect at March 31, 2025. Interest is calculated on our long-term debt obligations using both fixed and variable rates. | |||||||||||||
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| ^b^^.^ | Provisions for environmental rehabilitation: Amounts presented in the table represent the undiscounted uninflated<br>future payments for the expected cost of environmental rehabilitation. | |||||||||||||
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| ^c^^.^ | Purchase obligations for supplies and consumables: Includes commitments related to new purchase obligations to secure a<br>supply of acid, tires and cyanide for our production process. | |||||||||||||
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| ^d^^.^ | Capital commitments: Purchase obligations for capital expenditures include only those items where binding commitments<br>have been entered into. | |||||||||||||
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| ^e^^.^ | Social development costs: Includes a commitment of $14 million in 2030 and thereafter, related to the funding of a<br>power transmission line in Argentina. | |||||||||||||
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| ^f.^ | Other obligations includes the Pueblo Viejo joint venture partner shareholder loan, the deposit on the Pascua-Lama<br>silver sale agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. due in 2039, and minimum royalty payments. | |||||||||||||
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Review of Quarterly Results
Quarterly Information^a^
| ($ millions, except where indicated) | 2025 | 2024 | 2024 | 2024 | 2024 | 2023 | 2023 | 2023 | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Q4 | Q3 | Q2 | Q1 | Q4 | Q3 | Q2 | |||||||||
| Revenues | **** | 3,130 | 3,645 | 3,368 | 3,162 | 2,747 | 3,059 | 2,862 | 2,833 | |||||||
| Realized price/oz – gold^b^ | **** | 2,898 | 2,657 | 2,494 | 2,344 | 2,075 | 1,986 | 1,928 | 1,972 | |||||||
| Realized price/lb – copper^b^ | **** | 4.51 | 3.96 | 4.27 | 4.53 | 3.86 | 3.78 | 3.78 | 3.70 | |||||||
| Cost of sales | **** | 1,785 | 1,995 | 2,051 | 1,979 | 1,936 | 2,139 | 1,915 | 1,937 | |||||||
| Net earnings | **** | 474 | 996 | 483 | 370 | 295 | 479 | 368 | 305 | |||||||
| Per share (dollars)^c^ | **** | 0.27 | 0.57 | 0.28 | 0.21 | 0.17 | 0.27 | 0.21 | 0.17 | |||||||
| Adjusted net earnings^b^ | **** | 603 | 794 | 529 | 557 | 333 | 466 | 418 | 336 | |||||||
| Per share (dollars)^b,c^ | **** | 0.35 | 0.46 | 0.30 | 0.32 | 0.19 | 0.27 | 0.24 | 0.19 | |||||||
| Operating cash flow | **** | 1,212 | 1,392 | 1,180 | 1,159 | 760 | 997 | 1,127 | 832 | |||||||
| Consolidated capital<br>expenditures^d^ | **** | 837 | 891 | 736 | 819 | 728 | 861 | 768 | 769 | |||||||
| Free cash<br>flow^b^ | **** | 375 | 501 | 444 | 340 | 32 | 136 | 359 | 63 | |||||||
| ^a^^.^ | Sum of all the quarters may not add up to the annual total due to rounding. | |||||||||||||||
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| ^b^^.^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||||||||||||||
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| ^c^^.^ | Calculated using weighted average number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share.<br> | |||||||||||||||
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| ^d^^.^ | Amounts presented on a consolidated cash basis. | |||||||||||||||
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Our recent financial results reflect our emphasis on cost discipline, an agile management structure that empowers our site based leadership teams and a portfolio of Tier One Gold Assets^5^. This, combined with ongoing strength in gold and copper prices, has resulted in strong operating cash flows over the past several quarters. The positive operating cash flow generated has allowed us to continue to reinvest in our business including our key growth projects, maintain a strong balance sheet and increase returns to shareholders.
In addition to the strength in metal prices, net earnings has also been impacted by the following items in
each quarter, which have been excluded from adjusted net earnings^1^. In Q4 2024, we recorded non-current asset impairment reversals of $655 million at Lumwana and $437 million at Veladero. In addition, we recorded a goodwill impairment of $484 million related to Loulo-Gounkoto. In Q2 2024, we recorded a provision following the proposed settlement of the Zaldívar Tax Assessments in Chile (refer to note 16 of the Financial Statements). In Q4 2023, we recorded a gain of $352 million as the conditions for the reopening of the Porgera mine were completed on December 22, 2023. In addition, we recorded a long-lived asset impairment of $280 million at Long Canyon.
Internal Control OverFinancial Reporting and Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures as defined in our 2024 annual MD&A.
Together, the internal control frameworks provide internal control over financial reporting and disclosure. Due to its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting and disclosure may not prevent or detect all misstatements. Further, the effectiveness of internal control is subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with policies or procedures may change.
There were no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting during the three months ended March 31, 2025 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal controls over financial reporting.
Under the supervision and with the participation of management, including the President and Chief Executive Officer and Senior Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, management will continue to monitor and evaluate the design and effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures, and may make modifications from time to time as considered necessary.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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IFRS Critical Accounting Policies and Accounting Estimates
Management has discussed the development and selection of our critical accounting estimates with the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board of Directors, and the Audit & Risk Committee has reviewed the disclosure relating to such estimates in conjunction with its review of this MD&A. The accounting policies and methods we utilize determine how we report our financial condition and results of operations, and they may require management to make estimates or rely on assumptions about matters that are inherently uncertain. The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS. Our material accounting policies are disclosed in note 2 of the Financial Statements, including a summary of current and future changes in accounting policies.
Critical Accounting Estimates and Judgments
Certain accounting estimates have been identified as being “critical” to the presentation of our financial condition and results of operations because they require us to make subjective and/or complex judgments about matters that are inherently uncertain; or there is a reasonable likelihood that materially different amounts could be reported under different conditions or using different assumptions and estimates. Our significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions are disclosed in note 3 of the accompanying Financial Statements.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Adjusted Net Earnings and Adjusted Net Earnings per Share
Adjusted net earnings is a non-GAAP financial measure which excludes the following from net earnings:
| ∎ | Impairment charges (reversals) related to intangibles, goodwill, property, plant and equipment, and investments;<br> |
|---|---|
| ∎ | Acquisition/disposition gains/losses; |
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| ∎ | Foreign currency translation gains/losses; |
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| ∎ | Significant tax adjustments; |
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| ∎ | Other items that are not indicative of the underlying operating performance of our core mining business; and |
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| ∎ | Tax effect and non-controlling interest of the above items. |
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Management uses this measure internally to evaluate our underlying operating performance for the reporting periods presented and to assist with the planning and forecasting of future operating results. Management believes that adjusted net earnings is a useful measure of our performance because impairment charges, acquisition/ disposition gains/losses and significant tax adjustments do not reflect the underlying operating performance of our core mining business and are not necessarily indicative of future operating results. Furthermore, foreign currency translation gains/losses are not necessarily reflective of the underlying operating results for the reporting periods presented. The tax effect and non-controlling interest of the adjusting items are also excluded to reconcile the amounts to Barrick’s share on a post-tax basis, consistent with net earnings.
As noted, we use this measure for internal purposes. Management’s internal budgets and forecasts and public guidance do not reflect the types of items we adjust for. Consequently, the presentation of adjusted net earnings enables investors and analysts to better understand the underlying operating performance of our core mining business through the eyes of management. Management periodically evaluates the components of adjusted net earnings based on an internal assessment of performance measures that are useful for evaluating the operating performance of our business segments and a review of the non-GAAP financial measures used by mining industry analysts and other mining companies.
Adjusted net earnings is intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measures are not necessarily indicative of operating profit or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate these measures differently. The following table reconciles these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Reconciliation of Net Earnings to Net Earnings per Share, Adjusted Net Earnings and Adjusted NetEarnings per Share
| ($ millions, except per share amounts in dollars) | For the three months ended | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| **** | 3/31/25 | **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||
| Net earnings attributable to equity holders of the Company | **** | 474 | **** | 996 | 295 | ||
| Impairment charges related to intangibles, goodwill, property, plant and<br>equipment, and investments^a^ | **** | 4 | **** | (477 | ) | 17 | |
| Acquisition/disposition gains | **** | 0 | **** | (17 | ) | (1 | ) |
| Loss on currency translation | **** | 2 | **** | 18 | 12 | ||
| Significant tax<br>adjustments^b^ | **** | (15 | ) | 1 | 29 | ||
| Other expense (income) adjustments^c^ | **** | 173 | **** | 113 | (9 | ) | |
| Non-controlling<br>interest^d^ | **** | (11 | ) | (159 | ) | (4 | ) |
| Tax effect^d^ | **** | (24 | ) | 319 | (6 | ) | |
| Adjusted net earnings | **** | 603 | **** | 794 | 333 | ||
| Net earnings per<br>share^e^ | **** | 0.27 | **** | 0.57 | 0.17 | ||
| Adjusted net earnings per share^e^ | **** | 0.35 | **** | 0.46 | 0.19 | ||
| a. | There were no significant impairment charges or reversals in Q1 2025. The net impairment charges for Q4 2024 mainly<br>relate to long-lived asset impairment reversals at Lumwana and Veladero, partially offset by a goodwill impairment at Loulo-Gounkoto. | ||||||
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| b. | For Q1 2025, significant tax adjustments include the re-measurement of deferred tax balances. Significant tax<br>adjustments in Q1 2024 primarily relate to the re-measurement and de-recognition of deferred tax assets. | ||||||
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| c. | For Q1 2025, other expense adjustments mainly relate to the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the<br>Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc., combined with reduced operations costs at Loulo-Gounkoto. Other adjustments in Q4 2024 primarily relate to a payment to the Government of Mali to advance negotiations and a customs and royalty settlement at<br>Tongon. | ||||||
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| d. | Non-controlling interest and tax effect for Q1 2025 primarily relates to other expense adjustments.<br> | ||||||
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| e. | Calculated using weighted average number of shares outstanding under the basic method of earnings per share.<br> | ||||||
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Free Cash Flow
Free cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure that deducts capital expenditures from net cash provided by operating activities. Management believes this to be a useful indicator of our ability to operate without reliance on additional borrowing or usage of existing cash.
Free cash flow is intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS and should not be considered in
isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measure is not necessarily indicative of operating profit or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate this measure differently. The following table reconciles this non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable IFRS measure.
Reconciliation of Net CashProvided by Operating Activities to Free Cash Flow
| ($ millions) | For the three months ended | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | **** | 1,212 | **** | 1,392 | 760 | ||||
| Capital expenditures | **** | (837 | ) | (891 | ) | (728 | ) | ||
| Consolidated free cash<br>flow | **** | 375 | **** | 501 | 32 | ||||
| Free cash flow applicable to equity investees | **** | 156 | **** | 309 | 63 | ||||
| Non-controlling<br>interests | **** | (120 | ) | (305 | ) | (98 | ) | ||
| Attributable free cash flow | **** | 411 | **** | 505 | (3 | ) |
Capital Expenditures
Capital expenditures are classified into minesite sustaining capital expenditures or project capital expenditures depending on the nature of the expenditure. Minesite sustaining capital expenditures is the capital spending required to support current production levels. Project capital expenditures represent the capital spending at new projects and major, discrete projects at existing operations intended to increase net present value through higher production or longer mine life. Management believes this to be a useful indicator of the purpose of capital expenditures
and this distinction is an input into the calculation of AISC/ oz.
Classifying capital expenditures is intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized definition under IFRS, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. Other companies may calculate these measures differently. The following table reconciles these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Reconciliation of the Classification of Capital Expenditures
| ($ millions) | For the three months ended | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | **** | 564 | 525 | 550 | ||
| Project capital expenditures | **** | 269 | 362 | 165 | ||
| Capitalized<br>interest | **** | 4 | 4 | 13 | ||
| Total consolidated capital<br>expenditures | **** | 837 | 891 | 728 |
Total cash costs per ounce, All-in sustaining costs per ounce, C1 cash costs per pound and All-in sustaining costs per pound
TCC/oz and AISC/oz are non-GAAP financial measures which are calculated based on the definition published by the WGC (a market development organization for the gold industry comprised of and funded by gold mining companies from around the world, including Barrick. The WGC is not a regulatory organization. Management uses these measures to monitor the performance of our gold mining operations and their ability to generate positive cash flow, both on an individual site basis and an overall company basis.
TCC start with our cost of sales related to gold production and removes depreciation, the non-controlling interest of cost of sales and includes by-product credits. AISC start with TCC and includes sustaining capital expenditures, sustaining leases, general and administrative costs, minesite exploration and evaluation costs and reclamation cost accretion and amortization. These additional costs reflect the expenditures made to maintain current production levels.
We believe that our use of TCC and AISC will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in understanding the costs associated with producing gold, understanding the economics of gold mining, assessing our operating performance and also our ability to generate free cash flow from current operations and to generate free cash flow on an overall company basis. Due to the capital-intensive nature of the industry and the long useful lives over which these items are depreciated, there can be a significant timing difference between net earnings calculated in accordance with IFRS and the amount of free cash flow that is being generated by a mine and therefore we believe these measures are useful non-GAAP operating metrics and supplement our IFRS disclosures. These measures are not representative of all of our cash expenditures as they do not include income tax payments, interest costs or dividend payments. These measures do not include depreciation or amortization.
TCC/oz and AISC/oz are intended to provide additional information only and do not have standardized definitions under IFRS and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. These measures are not equivalent to net income or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Although the WGC has published a standardized definition, other companies may calculate these measures differently.
In addition to presenting these metrics on a by-product basis, we have calculated these metrics on a co-product basis. Our co-product metrics remove the impact of other metal sales that are produced as a by-product of our gold production from cost per ounce calculations but does not reflect a reduction in costs for costs associated with other metal sales.
C1 cash costs/lb and AISC/lb are non-GAAP financial measures related to our copper mine operations. We believe that C1 cash costs/lb enables investors to better understand the performance of our copper operations in comparison to other copper producers who present results on a similar basis. C1 cash costs/lb excludes royalties and non-routine charges as they are not direct production costs. AISC/lb is similar to the gold AISC metric and management uses this to better evaluate the costs of copper production. We believe this measure enables investors to better understand the operating performance of our copper mines as this measure reflects all of the sustaining expenditures incurred in order to produce copper. AISC/lb includes C1 cash costs, sustaining capital expenditures, sustaining leases, general and administrative costs, minesite exploration and evaluation costs, royalties, reclamation cost accretion and amortization and write-downs taken on inventory to net realizable value.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Reconciliation of Gold Cost of Sales to Total cash costs and All-in sustainingcosts, including on a per ounce basis
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | **** | 1,568 | **** | 1,810 | 1,761 | ||||
| Depreciation | **** | (342 | ) | (424 | ) | (407 | ) | ||
| Total cash costs applicable to equity method investments | **** | 109 | **** | 90 | 56 | ||||
| By-product credits | **** | (60 | ) | (58 | ) | (56 | ) | ||
| Non-recurring items | **** | 0 | **** | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Other | **** | 5 | **** | 4 | 2 | ||||
| Non-controlling interests | **** | (364 | ) | (413 | ) | (400 | ) | ||
| Total cash costs | **** | 916 | **** | 1,009 | 956 | ||||
| General & administrative costs | **** | 42 | **** | 9 | 28 | ||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | **** | 5 | **** | 8 | 13 | ||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | **** | 564 | **** | 525 | 550 | ||||
| Sustaining leases | **** | 8 | **** | 7 | 6 | ||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | **** | 17 | **** | 15 | 17 | ||||
| Non-controlling interest, copper operations and other | **** | (217 | ) | (173 | ) | (224 | ) | ||
| All-in sustaining costs | **** | 1,335 | **** | 1,400 | 1,346 | ||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | **** | 751 | **** | 965 | 910 | ||||
| COS/oz | **** | 1,629 | **** | 1,428 | 1,425 | ||||
| TCC/oz | **** | 1,220 | **** | 1,046 | 1,051 | ||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | **** | 1,273 | **** | 1,086 | 1,093 | ||||
| AISC/oz | **** | 1,775 | **** | 1,451 | 1,474 | ||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | **** | 1,828 | **** | 1,491 | 1,516 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | Non-recurring items - These costs are not indicative of our cost of production and have been excluded from the calculation of TCC. | |||||
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| b. | Other - Other adjustments mainly relate to treatment and refinement charges. | |||||
| c. | Non-controlling interests - Non-controlling interests include non-controlling interests related to gold production of $487 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $559<br>million; Q1 2024: $542 million). Non-controlling interests include NGM, Pueblo Viejo, Loulo-Gounkoto, Tongon, North Mara and Bulyanhulu. Refer to Note 5 to the Financial Statements for further information. | |||||
| d. | Exploration and evaluation costs - Exploration, evaluation and project expenses are presented as minesite sustaining if they support current mine operations and<br>project if they relate to future projects. Refer to page 32 of this MD&A. | |||||
| e. | Capital expenditures - Capital expenditures are related to our gold sites only and are split between minesite sustaining and project capital<br>expenditures. | |||||
| f. | Rehabilitation—accretion and amortization - Includes depreciation on the assets related to rehabilitation provisions of our gold operations and accretion on<br>the rehabilitation provision of our gold operations, split between operating and non-operating sites. | |||||
| g. | Non-controlling interest and copper operations - Removes general and administrative costs related to non-controlling interests and copper based on a percentage allocation of revenue. Also<br>removes exploration, evaluation and project expenses, rehabilitation costs and capital expenditures incurred by our copper sites and the non-controlling interest of NGM, Pueblo Viejo, Loulo-Gounkoto, Tongon, North Mara and Bulyanhulu operating<br>segments. It also includes capital expenditures applicable to our equity method investment in Kibali. The impact is summarized as the following: | |||||
| ( millions) | For the three months ended | |||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Non-controlling interest, copper operations and other | **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||
| General & administrative costs | ) | 3 | (4 | ) | ||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation expenses | **** | (2 | ) | (2 | ) | |
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | ) | (5 | ) | (5 | ) | |
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | ) | (169 | ) | (213 | ) | |
| All-in sustaining costs total | ) | (173 | ) | (224 | ) |
All values are in US Dollars.
| h. | Ounces sold - attributable basis - Excludes Long Canyon which is producing residual ounces from the leach pad while in care and maintenance. | |||||
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| i. | COS/oz - Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both<br>on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |||||
| j. | Per ounce figures - COS/oz, TCC/oz and AISC/oz may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding. | |||||
| k. | Co-product costs/oz<br> <br>TCC/oz and<br>AISC/oz presented on a co-product basis removes the impact of by-product credits of our gold production (net of non-controlling interest) calculated as: | |||||
| ( millions) | For the three months ended | |||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| By-product credits | **** | 58 | 56 | |||
| Non-controlling interest | ) | (19 | ) | (18 | ) | |
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | **** | 39 | 38 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
Reconciliation of Gold Cost of Sales to Total cash costs and All-in sustainingcosts, including on a per ounce basis, by operating segment
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 3/31/25 | ||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlin | Cortez^a^ | TurquoiseRidge | Phoenix | Nevada GoldMines^b^ | Hemlo | NorthAmerica | |||||||||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | **** | 401 | **** | **** | 241 | **** | **** | 203 | **** | **** | 79 | **** | **** | 925 | **** | **** | 67 | **** | **** | 992 | **** |
| Depreciation | **** | (62 | ) | **** | (57 | ) | **** | (47 | ) | **** | (17 | ) | **** | (183 | ) | **** | (10 | ) | **** | (193 | ) |
| By-product credits | **** | (2 | ) | **** | (1 | ) | **** | (1 | ) | **** | (33 | ) | **** | (37 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (37 | ) |
| Non-recurring items | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Other | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 6 | **** | **** | 6 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 6 | **** |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | (130 | ) | **** | (70 | ) | **** | (60 | ) | **** | (13 | ) | **** | (273 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (273 | ) |
| Total cash costs | **** | 207 | **** | **** | 113 | **** | **** | 95 | **** | **** | 22 | **** | **** | 438 | **** | **** | 57 | **** | **** | 495 | **** |
| General & administrative costs | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 3 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 3 | **** |
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | **** | 253 | **** | **** | 52 | **** | **** | 22 | **** | **** | 10 | **** | **** | 340 | **** | **** | 8 | **** | **** | 348 | **** |
| Sustaining capital leases | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 1 | **** |
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | **** | 3 | **** | **** | 4 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 2 | **** | **** | 10 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 10 | **** |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | (99 | ) | **** | (22 | ) | **** | (9 | ) | **** | (5 | ) | **** | (136 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (136 | ) |
| All-in sustaining costs | **** | 365 | **** | **** | 148 | **** | **** | 109 | **** | **** | 29 | **** | **** | 655 | **** | **** | 66 | **** | **** | 721 | **** |
| Ounces sold - attributable basis<br>(koz) | **** | 142 | **** | **** | 96 | **** | **** | 78 | **** | **** | 29 | **** | **** | 345 | **** | **** | 39 | **** | **** | 384 | **** |
| COS/oz | **** | 1,720 | **** | **** | 1,541 | **** | **** | 1,605 | **** | **** | 1,686 | **** | **** | 1,643 | **** | **** | 1,730 | **** | **** | 1,652 | **** |
| TCC/oz | **** | 1,459 | **** | **** | 1,172 | **** | **** | 1,227 | **** | **** | 747 | **** | **** | 1,269 | **** | **** | 1,458 | **** | **** | 1,288 | **** |
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | **** | 1,466 | **** | **** | 1,176 | **** | **** | 1,234 | **** | **** | 1,329 | **** | **** | 1,323 | **** | **** | 1,468 | **** | **** | 1,338 | **** |
| AISC/oz | **** | 2,570 | **** | **** | 1,536 | **** | **** | 1,408 | **** | **** | 1,012 | **** | **** | 1,899 | **** | **** | 1,692 | **** | **** | 1,878 | **** |
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | **** | 2,577 | **** | **** | 1,540 | **** | **** | 1,415 | **** | **** | 1,594 | **** | **** | 1,953 | **** | **** | 1,702 | **** | **** | 1,928 | **** |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 3/31/25 | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo Viejo | Veladero | Porgera | Latin America& Asia Pacific | |||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | **** | 237 | **** | **** | 79 | **** | **** | 36 | **** | **** | 352 | **** |
| Depreciation | **** | (75 | ) | **** | (25 | ) | **** | (7 | ) | **** | (107 | ) |
| By-product credits | **** | (12 | ) | **** | (1 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (13 | ) |
| Non-recurring items | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Other | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | (60 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (60 | ) |
| Total cash costs | **** | 90 | **** | **** | 53 | **** | **** | 29 | **** | **** | 172 | **** |
| General & administrative costs | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 1 | **** |
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | **** | 59 | **** | **** | 33 | **** | **** | 6 | **** | **** | 98 | **** |
| Sustaining capital leases | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 2 | **** |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | (23 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (23 | ) |
| All-in sustaining costs | **** | 127 | **** | **** | 88 | **** | **** | 35 | **** | **** | 250 | **** |
| Ounces sold - attributable basis<br>(koz) | **** | 76 | **** | **** | 68 | **** | **** | 21 | **** | **** | 165 | **** |
| COS/oz | **** | 1,863 | **** | **** | 1,141 | **** | **** | 1,675 | **** | **** | 1,539 | **** |
| TCC/oz | **** | 1,189 | **** | **** | 753 | **** | **** | 1,336 | **** | **** | 1,027 | **** |
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | **** | 1,280 | **** | **** | 773 | **** | **** | 1,346 | **** | **** | 1,078 | **** |
| AISC/oz | **** | 1,668 | **** | **** | 1,271 | **** | **** | 1,684 | **** | **** | 1,505 | **** |
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | **** | 1,759 | **** | **** | 1,291 | **** | **** | 1,694 | **** | **** | 1,556 | **** |
All values are in US Dollars.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | |||||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |||||||||||||
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 3/31/25 | |||||||||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Loulo-Gounkoto^k^ | Kibali | North Mara | Tongon | Bulyanhulu | Africa &<br> <br>Middle East | |||||||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | **** | — | **** | 113 | **** | **** | 102 | **** | **** | 70 | **** | **** | 77 | **** | **** | 362 | **** | |
| Depreciation | **** | — | **** | (32 | ) | **** | (21 | ) | **** | (6 | ) | **** | (16 | ) | **** | (75 | ) | |
| By-product credits | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (1 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (7 | ) | **** | (8 | ) | |
| Non-recurring items | c | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Other | d | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 1 | **** |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (13 | ) | **** | (7 | ) | **** | (9 | ) | **** | (29 | ) | |
| Total cash costs | **** | — | **** | 81 | **** | **** | 67 | **** | **** | 57 | **** | **** | 46 | **** | **** | 251 | **** | |
| General & administrative costs | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | |
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | e | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** |
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | f | **** | — | **** | 12 | **** | **** | 21 | **** | **** | 3 | **** | **** | 28 | **** | **** | 64 | **** |
| Sustaining capital leases | **** | — | **** | 2 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 2 | **** | |
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | g | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 2 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 3 | **** |
| Non-controlling interests | **** | — | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (3 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (5 | ) | **** | (8 | ) | |
| All-in sustaining costs | **** | — | **** | 95 | **** | **** | 86 | **** | **** | 62 | **** | **** | 69 | **** | **** | 312 | **** | |
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | **** | — | **** | 67 | **** | **** | 68 | **** | **** | 29 | **** | **** | 38 | **** | **** | 202 | **** | |
| COS/oz | h,i | **** | — | **** | 1,691 | **** | **** | 1,257 | **** | **** | 2,154 | **** | **** | 1,714 | **** | **** | 1,639 | **** |
| TCC/oz | i | **** | — | **** | 1,212 | **** | **** | 986 | **** | **** | 1,971 | **** | **** | 1,212 | **** | **** | 1,244 | **** |
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | i,j | **** | — | **** | 1,219 | **** | **** | 999 | **** | **** | 1,975 | **** | **** | 1,350 | **** | **** | 1,277 | **** |
| AISC/oz | i | **** | — | **** | 1,426 | **** | **** | 1,258 | **** | **** | 2,144 | **** | **** | 1,831 | **** | **** | 1,602 | **** |
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | i,j | **** | — | **** | 1,433 | **** | **** | 1,271 | **** | **** | 2,148 | **** | **** | 1,969 | **** | **** | 1,635 | **** |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 12/31/24 | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlin | Cortez^a^ | Turquoise<br>Ridge | Phoenix | Nevada Gold<br>Mines^b^ | Hemlo | North<br>America | ||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | 451 | 274 | 215 | 97 | 1,039 | 66 | 1,105 | |||||||
| Depreciation | (75) | (66) | (54) | (19) | (215) | (11) | (226) | |||||||
| By-product credits | (1) | (1) | (1) | (35) | (38) | 0 | (38) | |||||||
| Non-recurring items | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||||
| Other | (1) | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 5 | |||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (144) | (80) | (61) | (19) | (304) | 0 | (304) | |||||||
| Total cash costs | 230 | 127 | 99 | 30 | 487 | 55 | 542 | |||||||
| General & administrative costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 8 | |||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 120 | 65 | 20 | 11 | 218 | 7 | 225 | |||||||
| Sustaining capital leases | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 9 | |||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (48) | (28) | (9) | (5) | (91) | 0 | (91) | |||||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 306 | 171 | 112 | 39 | 631 | 63 | 694 | |||||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 185 | 120 | 89 | 41 | 435 | 38 | 473 | |||||||
| COS/oz | 1,489 | 1,405 | 1,491 | 1,474 | 1,468 | 1,754 | 1,491 | |||||||
| TCC/oz | 1,240 | 1,064 | 1,107 | 752 | 1,121 | 1,475 | 1,149 | |||||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,245 | 1,068 | 1,113 | 1,182 | 1,165 | 1,483 | 1,191 | |||||||
| AISC/oz | 1,657 | 1,431 | 1,260 | 956 | 1,453 | 1,689 | 1,473 | |||||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,662 | 1,435 | 1,266 | 1,386 | 1,497 | 1,697 | 1,515 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | |||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |||||||
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 12/31/24 | |||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Pueblo Viejo | Veladero | Porgera | Latin America &<br>Asia Pacific | |||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | 266 | 107 | 26 | 399 | ||||||||
| Depreciation | (92 | ) | (28 | ) | (10 | ) | (130 | ) | ||||
| By-product credits | (11 | ) | (3 | ) | 0 | (14 | ) | |||||
| Non-recurring items | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (65 | ) | 0 | 0 | (65 | ) | ||||||
| Total cash costs | 98 | 76 | 16 | 190 | ||||||||
| General & administrative costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 45 | 32 | 18 | 95 | ||||||||
| Sustaining capital leases | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | ||||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (18 | ) | 0 | 0 | (18 | ) | ||||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 126 | 111 | 36 | 273 | ||||||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 94 | 91 | 12 | 197 | ||||||||
| COS/oz | 1,679 | 1,151 | 2,127 | 1,459 | ||||||||
| TCC/oz | 1,030 | 828 | 1,322 | 954 | ||||||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,101 | 855 | 1,332 | 1,001 | ||||||||
| AISC/oz | 1,325 | 1,191 | 2,967 | 1,362 | ||||||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,396 | 1,218 | 2,977 | 1,409 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 12/31/24 | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loulo-<br>Gounkoto^k^ | Kibali | North Mara | Tongon | Bulyanhulu | Africa &<br>Middle East | |||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | 82 | 111 | 107 | 56 | 78 | 434 | ||||||
| Depreciation | (28) | (35) | (24) | (8) | (16) | (111) | ||||||
| By-product credits | 0 | (1) | (1) | 0 | (7) | (9) | ||||||
| Non-recurring items | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | ||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (11) | 0 | (13) | (5) | (9) | (38) | ||||||
| Total cash costs | 43 | 75 | 69 | 43 | 47 | 277 | ||||||
| General & administrative costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 71 | 15 | 33 | 8 | 22 | 149 | ||||||
| Sustaining capital leases | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | ||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | (2) | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | ||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (14) | 0 | (5) | (1) | (4) | (24) | ||||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 100 | 93 | 98 | 52 | 65 | 408 | ||||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 47 | 79 | 89 | 36 | 44 | 295 | ||||||
| COS/oz | 1,397 | 1,413 | 1,018 | 1,405 | 1,505 | 1,303 | ||||||
| TCC/oz | 923 | 966 | 771 | 1,198 | 1,072 | 944 | ||||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 925 | 971 | 785 | 1,201 | 1,184 | 967 | ||||||
| AISC/oz | 2,136 | 1,182 | 1,098 | 1,460 | 1,489 | 1,389 | ||||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 2,138 | 1,187 | 1,112 | 1,463 | 1,601 | 1,412 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | ||||||||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 3/31/24 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Carlin | Cortez^a^ | Turquoise<br>Ridge | Phoenix | Nevada Gold<br>Mines^b^ | Hemlo | North<br>America | |||||||||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | 468 | 261 | 174 | 88 | 991 | 65 | 1,056 | ||||||||||||||
| Depreciation | (83 | ) | (75 | ) | (37 | ) | (18 | ) | (213 | ) | (9 | ) | (222 | ) | |||||||
| By-product credits | (1 | ) | (1 | ) | 0 | (34 | ) | (36 | ) | 0 | (36 | ) | |||||||||
| Non-recurring items | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||||
| Other | (5 | ) | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |||||||||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (146 | ) | (71 | ) | (53 | ) | (15 | ) | (285 | ) | 0 | (285 | ) | ||||||||
| Total cash costs | 233 | 114 | 84 | 27 | 458 | 56 | 514 | ||||||||||||||
| General & administrative costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 6 | ||||||||||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 183 | 72 | 27 | 6 | 295 | 10 | 305 | ||||||||||||||
| Sustaining capital leases | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | ||||||||||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 9 | ||||||||||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (73 | ) | (30 | ) | (11 | ) | (4 | ) | (120 | ) | 0 | (120 | ) | ||||||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 349 | 161 | 102 | 32 | 649 | 66 | 715 | ||||||||||||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 207 | 121 | 62 | 34 | 424 | 38 | 462 | ||||||||||||||
| COS/oz | 1,371 | 1,329 | 1,733 | 1,595 | 1,431 | 1,715 | 1,454 | ||||||||||||||
| TCC/oz | 1,127 | 946 | 1,359 | 767 | 1,081 | 1,476 | 1,114 | ||||||||||||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,129 | 949 | 1,363 | 1,272 | 1,123 | 1,484 | 1,154 | ||||||||||||||
| AISC/oz | 1,687 | 1,341 | 1,655 | 944 | 1,536 | 1,754 | 1,554 | ||||||||||||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,689 | 1,344 | 1,659 | 1,449 | 1,578 | 1,762 | 1,594 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 3/31/24 | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo Viejo | Veladero | Porgera | Latin America &<br>Asia Pacific | ||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | 210 | 45 | — | 255 | |||||||
| Depreciation | (62 | ) | (11 | ) | — | (73 | ) | ||||
| By-product credits | (10 | ) | (1 | ) | — | (11 | ) | ||||
| Non-recurring items | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | |||||||
| Other | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | |||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (55 | ) | 0 | — | (55 | ) | |||||
| Total cash costs | 83 | 33 | — | 116 | |||||||
| General & administrative costs | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | |||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 0 | 3 | — | 3 | |||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 42 | 21 | — | 63 | |||||||
| Sustaining capital leases | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | |||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | 1 | 0 | — | 1 | |||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (17 | ) | 0 | — | (17 | ) | |||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 109 | 57 | — | 166 | |||||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 82 | 33 | — | 115 | |||||||
| COS/oz | 1,527 | 1,322 | — | 1,480 | |||||||
| TCC/oz | 1,013 | 961 | — | 1,000 | |||||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,075 | 1,000 | — | 1,055 | |||||||
| AISC/oz | 1,334 | 1,664 | — | 1,437 | |||||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,396 | 1,703 | — | 1,492 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| BARRICK FIRST QUARTER 2025 | 45 | MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | |||||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |||||||||||||
| ( millions, except per oz information in dollars) | For the three months ended 3/31/24 | |||||||||||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Loulo-<br>Gounkoto^k^ | Kibali | North Mara | Tongon | Bulyanhulu | Africa &<br>Middle East | |||||||||||||
| COS applicable to gold production | 206 | 86 | 92 | 73 | 71 | 528 | ||||||||||||
| Depreciation | (67 | ) | (28 | ) | (18 | ) | (10 | ) | (15 | ) | (138 | ) | ||||||
| By-product credits | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | (6 | ) | (6 | ) | ||||||||||
| Non-recurring items | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (28 | ) | 0 | (12 | ) | (6 | ) | (8 | ) | (54 | ) | |||||||
| Total cash costs | 111 | 58 | 62 | 57 | 42 | 330 | ||||||||||||
| General & administrative costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 50 | 15 | 22 | 2 | 21 | 110 | ||||||||||||
| Sustaining capital leases | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | ||||||||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization (operating sites) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 6 | ||||||||||||
| Non-controlling interests | (10 | ) | 0 | (4 | ) | (1 | ) | (3 | ) | (18 | ) | |||||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 152 | 75 | 81 | 62 | 60 | 430 | ||||||||||||
| Ounces sold - attributable basis (koz) | 140 | 72 | 46 | 35 | 40 | 333 | ||||||||||||
| COS/oz | 1,177 | 1,200 | 1,678 | 1,887 | 1,479 | 1,362 | ||||||||||||
| TCC/oz | 794 | 802 | 1,339 | 1,630 | 1,044 | 989 | ||||||||||||
| TCC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 794 | 807 | 1,346 | 1,636 | 1,161 | 1,006 | ||||||||||||
| AISC/oz | 1,092 | 1,048 | 1,753 | 1,773 | 1,485 | 1,293 | ||||||||||||
| AISC/oz (on a co-product basis) | 1,092 | 1,053 | 1,760 | 1,779 | 1,602 | 1,310 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | Includes Goldrush. | |||||||||||||||||
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| b. | These results represent our 61.5% interest in Carlin, Cortez, Turquoise Ridge and Phoenix.<br> | |||||||||||||||||
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| c. | Non-recurring items - These costs are not indicative of our cost of production and have been excluded from the<br>calculation of TCC. | |||||||||||||||||
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| d. | Other - Other adjustments at Carlin include the removal of TCC and by-product credits associated with Emigrant,<br>which is producing incidental ounces. | |||||||||||||||||
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| e. | Exploration and evaluation costs - Exploration, evaluation and project expenses are presented as minesite<br>sustaining if it supports current mine operations and project if it relates to future projects. Refer to page 32 of this MD&A. | |||||||||||||||||
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| f. | Capital expenditures - Capital expenditures are related to our gold sites only and are split between minesite<br>sustaining and project capital expenditures. | |||||||||||||||||
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| g. | Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization - Includes depreciation on the assets related to rehabilitation<br>provisions of our gold operations and accretion on the rehabilitation provision of our gold operations, split between operating and non-operating sites. | |||||||||||||||||
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| h. | COS/oz - Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or<br>care and maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | |||||||||||||||||
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| i. | Per ounce figures - COS/oz, TCC/oz and AISC/oz may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to<br>rounding. | |||||||||||||||||
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| j. | Co-product costs/oz - TCC/oz and AISC/oz presented on a co-product basis removes the impact of by-product<br>credits of our gold production (net of non-controlling interest) calculated as: | |||||||||||||||||
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| ( millions) | For the three months ended 3/31/25 | |||||||||||||||||
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| Cortez^a^ | Turquoise<br>Ridge | Phoenix | Nevada<br>Gold Mines^b^ | Hemlo | Pueblo<br>Viejo | |||||||||||||
| By-product credits | 2 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 37 | 0 | 12 | |||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | (1 | ) | (1 | ) | 0 | (13 | ) | (15 | ) | 0 | (5 | ) | ||||||
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 22 | 0 | 7 | |||||||||||
| ( millions) | For the three months ended 3/31/25 | |||||||||||||||||
| Porgera | Loulo-<br>Gounkoto^k^ | Kibali | North Mara | Tongon | Bulyanhulu | |||||||||||||
| By-product credits | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | |||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | (1 | ) | ||||||||||
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | |||||||||||
| ( millions) | For the three months ended 12/31/24 | |||||||||||||||||
| Cortez^a^ | Turquoise<br>Ridge | Phoenix | Nevada Gold<br>Mines^b^ | Hemlo | Pueblo Viejo | |||||||||||||
| By-product credits | 1 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 38 | 0 | 11 | |||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 0 | 0 | 0 | (14 | ) | (14 | ) | 0 | (4 | ) | ||||||||
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 24 | 0 | 7 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | |||||||||||
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| ( millions) | For the three months ended 12/31/24 | |||||||||||||||
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| Porgera | Loulo-<br>Gounkoto^k^ | Kibali | North Mara | Tongon | Bulyanhulu | |||||||||||
| By-product credits | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | |||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | (1 | ) | ||||||||
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | |||||||||
| ( millions) | For the three months ended 3/31/24 | |||||||||||||||
| Cortez^a^ | Turquoise<br>Ridge | Phoenix | Nevada Gold<br>Mines^b^ | Hemlo | Pueblo Viejo | |||||||||||
| By-product credits | 1 | 1 | 0 | 34 | 36 | 0 | 10 | |||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 0 | 0 | 0 | (13 | ) | (13 | ) | 0 | (4 | ) | ||||||
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 23 | 0 | 6 | |||||||||
| ( millions) | For the three months ended 3/31/24 | |||||||||||||||
| Porgera | Loulo-<br>Gounkoto^k^ | Kibali | North Mara | Tongon | Bulyanhulu | |||||||||||
| By-product credits | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | (1 | ) | ||||||||
| By-product credits (net of non-controlling interest) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^k.^ | As a result of temporary suspension of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto starting January 14, 2025, no per ounce data<br>is provided. |
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Reconciliation of Copper Cost of Sales to C1 cash costs and All-in sustaining costs,including on a per pound basis
| ( millions, except per lb information in dollars) | For the three months ended | |||||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||||
| Cost of sales | 208 | **** | 179 | 168 | ||||
| Depreciation/amortization | (60 | ) | (54 | ) | (60 | ) | ||
| Treatment and refinement charges | 42 | **** | 51 | 34 | ||||
| C1 cash costs applicable to equity method investments | 90 | **** | 103 | 82 | ||||
| Less: royalties | (21 | ) | (22 | ) | (12 | ) | ||
| By-product credits | (5 | ) | (11 | ) | (5 | ) | ||
| C1 cash costs | 254 | **** | 246 | 207 | ||||
| General & administrative costs | 8 | **** | 2 | 4 | ||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization | 1 | **** | 3 | 2 | ||||
| Royalties | 21 | **** | 22 | 12 | ||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 2 | **** | 2 | 0 | ||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 57 | **** | 91 | 83 | ||||
| Sustaining leases | 3 | **** | 4 | 1 | ||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 346 | **** | 370 | 309 | ||||
| Tonnes sold - attributable basis (Kt) | 51 | **** | 54 | 39 | ||||
| Pounds sold - attributable basis (Mlb) | 113 | **** | 121 | 86 | ||||
| COS/lba,b | 2.92 | **** | 2.62 | 3.20 | ||||
| C1 cash<br>costs/lba | 2.25 | **** | 2.04 | 2.40 | ||||
| AISC/lba | 3.06 | **** | 3.07 | 3.59 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | COS/lb, C1 cash costs/lb and AISC/lb may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding.<br> | ||||
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| b. | Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an<br>attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). | ||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Reconciliation of Copper Cost of Sales to C1 cash costs and All-in sustainingcosts, including on a per pound basis, by operating segment
| ( millions, except per lb information in dollars) | For the three months ended | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lumwana | Jabal<br>Sayid | Zaldívar | Lumwana | Jabal<br>Sayid | Zaldívar | Lumwana | Jabal<br>Sayid | |||||||||||||||||||
| Cost of sales | 88 | **** | **** | 208 | **** | **** | 33 | **** | 101 | 177 | 37 | 82 | 168 | 26 | ||||||||||||
| Depreciation/amortization | (24 | ) | **** | (60 | ) | **** | (7 | ) | (27 | ) | (54 | ) | (8 | ) | (21 | ) | (60 | ) | (5 | ) | ||||||
| Treatment and refinement charges | 0 | **** | **** | 39 | **** | **** | 3 | **** | 0 | 47 | 4 | 0 | 28 | 6 | ||||||||||||
| Less: royalties | 0 | **** | **** | (21 | ) | **** | 0 | **** | 0 | (22 | ) | 0 | 0 | (12 | ) | 0 | ||||||||||
| By-product credits | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | (5 | ) | 0 | 0 | (11 | ) | 0 | 0 | (5 | ) | ||||||||||
| C1 cash costs | 64 | **** | **** | 166 | **** | **** | 24 | **** | 74 | 148 | 22 | 61 | 124 | 22 | ||||||||||||
| Rehabilitation - accretion and amortization | 0 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Royalties | 0 | **** | **** | 21 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | 0 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Minesite exploration and evaluation costs | 2 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Minesite sustaining capital expenditures | 5 | **** | **** | 50 | **** | **** | 2 | **** | 16 | 73 | 2 | 5 | 75 | 3 | ||||||||||||
| Sustaining leases | 2 | **** | **** | 1 | **** | **** | 0 | **** | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| All-in sustaining costs | 73 | **** | **** | 239 | **** | **** | 26 | **** | 94 | 246 | 26 | 67 | 213 | 25 | ||||||||||||
| Tonnes sold - attributable basis (Kt) | 10 | **** | **** | 34 | **** | **** | 7 | **** | 10 | 36 | 8 | 9 | 22 | 8 | ||||||||||||
| Pounds sold - attributable basis (Mlb) | 21 | **** | **** | 75 | **** | **** | 17 | **** | 24 | 78 | 19 | 21 | 49 | 16 | ||||||||||||
| COS/lba,b | 4.11 | **** | **** | 2.80 | **** | **** | 1.96 | **** | 4.22 | 2.27 | 2.02 | 3.97 | 3.41 | 1.61 | ||||||||||||
| C1 cash costs/lba | 2.99 | **** | **** | 2.22 | **** | **** | 1.44 | **** | 3.11 | 1.89 | 1.29 | 2.95 | 2.52 | 1.35 | ||||||||||||
| AISC/lba | 3.38 | **** | **** | 3.20 | **** | **** | 1.55 | **** | 3.98 | 3.14 | 1.44 | 3.27 | 4.33 | 1.55 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| a. | COS/lb, C1 cash costs/lb and AISC/lb may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding.<br> |
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| b. | Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an<br>attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). |
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EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Attributable EBITDA, Attributable EBITDA Margin and NetLeverage
EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure, which excludes the following from net earnings:
| ∎ | Income tax expense; |
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| ∎ | Finance costs; |
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| ∎ | Finance income; and |
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| ∎ | Depreciation. |
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Management believes that EBITDA is a valuable indicator of our ability to generate liquidity by producing operating cash flow to fund working capital needs, service debt obligations, and fund capital expenditures. Management uses EBITDA for this purpose. EBITDA is also frequently used by investors and analysts for valuation purposes whereby EBITDA is multiplied by a factor or “EBITDA multiple” that is based on an observed or inferred relationship between EBITDA and market values to determine the approximate total enterprise value of a company.
Adjusted EBITDA removes the effect of impairment charges; acquisition/disposition gains/losses; foreign currency translation gains/losses; and other expense adjustments. We also remove the impact of income tax expense, finance costs, finance income and depreciation incurred in our equity method accounted investments. Attributable EBITDA further removes the non-controlling interest portion. We believe these items provide a greater level of consistency with the adjusting items included in our adjusted net earnings reconciliation, with the exception that these amounts are adjusted to remove any impact on finance costs/income, income tax expense and/or depreciation as they do not affect EBITDA. We believe this additional information will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in better understanding our
ability to generate liquidity from our attributable business, including equity method investments, by excluding these amounts from the calculation as they are not indicative of the performance of our core mining business and do not necessarily reflect the underlying operating results for the periods presented. Additionally, it is aligned with how we present our forward-looking guidance on gold ounces and copper pounds produced.
Attributable EBITDA margin is calculated as attributable EBITDA divided by revenues - as adjusted. We believe this ratio will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick to better understand the relationship between revenues and EBITDA or operating profit.
Net leverage is calculated as debt, net of cash divided by the sum of adjusted EBITDA of the last four consecutive quarters. We believe this ratio will assist analysts, investors and other stakeholders of Barrick in monitoring our leverage and evaluating our balance sheet.
EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, attributable EBITDA, EBITDA margin and net leverage are intended to provide additional information to investors and analysts and do not have any standardized definition under IFRS, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA and attributable EBITDA exclude the impact of cash costs of financing activities and taxes, and the effects of changes in operating working capital balances, and therefore are not necessarily indicative of operating profit or cash flow from operations as determined under IFRS. Other companies may calculate EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, attributable EBITDA, EBITDA margin and net leverage differently.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Reconciliation of Net Earnings to EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Attributable EBITDA
| ( millions) | For the three months ended | ||||
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| 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | ||||
| Net earnings | 781 | 1,187 | 487 | ||
| Income tax expense | 278 | 694 | 174 | ||
| Finance costs, neta | 39 | 46 | 10 | ||
| Depreciation | 411 | 484 | 474 | ||
| EBITDA | 1,509 | 2,411 | 1,145 | ||
| Impairment charges of non-current assetsb | 4 | (477) | 17 | ||
| Acquisition/disposition gains | 0 | (17) | (1) | ||
| Loss on currency translation | 2 | 18 | 12 | ||
| Other expense (income) adjustmentsc | 173 | 113 | (9) | ||
| Income tax expense, net finance costsa, and depreciation from equity investees | 141 | 201 | 102 | ||
| Adjusted EBITDA | 1,829 | 2,249 | 1,266 | ||
| Non-controlling Interests | (468) | (552) | (359) | ||
| Attributable EBITDA | 1,361 | 1,697 | 907 | ||
| Revenues - as adjustedd | 2,685 | 3,038 | 2,222 | ||
| Attributable EBITDA margine | 51 % | 56 % | 41 % | ||
| As at 3/31/25 | As at 12/31/24 | As at 3/31/24 | |||
| Net leveragef | 0.1:1 | 0.1:1 | 0.1:1 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Finance costs exclude accretion. |
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| ^b.^ | There were no significant impairment charges or reversals in Q1 2025. The net impairment charges for Q4 2024 mainly<br>relate to long-lived asset impairment reversals at Lumwana and Veladero, partially offset by a goodwill impairment at Loulo-Gounkoto. |
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| ^c.^ | For Q1 2025, other expense adjustments mainly relate to the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the<br>Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc., combined with reduced operations costs at Loulo-Gounkoto. Other adjustments in Q4 2024 primarily relate to a payment to the Government of Mali to advance negotiations and a customs and royalty settlement at<br>Tongon. |
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| ^d.^ | Refer to Reconciliation of Sales to Realized Price per oz/pound on page 49 of this MD&A. |
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| ^e.^ | Represents attributable EBITDA divided by revenues - as adjusted. |
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| ^f.^ | Represents debt, net of cash divided by adjusted EBITDA of the last four consecutive quarters. |
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| Realized Price<br> <br><br><br><br>Realized price is a non-GAAP financial measure which excludes from sales:<br><br><br>∎ Treatment and<br>refining charges; and<br><br><br>∎ Cumulative catch-up<br>adjustment to revenue relating to our streaming arrangements.<br> <br><br><br><br>We believe this provides investors and analysts with a more accurate measure with which to compare to market gold and copper prices and to assess our gold<br>and copper sales performance. For those reasons, management believes that this measure provides a more accurate reflection of our Company’s past performance and is a better indicator of its expected performance in future periods. | The realized price measure is intended to provide additional information, and does not have any standardized<br>definition under IFRS and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measure is not necessarily indicative of sales as determined under IFRS. Other companies may<br>calculate this measure differently. The following table reconciles realized prices to the most directly comparable IFRS measure. |
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Reconciliation of Sales to Realized Price per ounce/pound
| ( millions, except per oz/lb information in dollars) | Gold | Copper | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For the three months ended | ||||||||||
| **** | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | 3/31/25 | 12/31/24 | 3/31/24 | |||||
| Sales | **** | 3,327 | 2,528 | 304 | 260 | 163 | ||||
| Sales applicable to non-controlling interests | ) | (1,004 | ) | (795 | ) | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sales applicable to equity method investmentsa,b | **** | 240 | 151 | 164 | 165 | 136 | ||||
| Sales applicable to sites in closure or care and maintenancec | ) | (1 | ) | (2 | ) | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Treatment and refinement charges | **** | 7 | 7 | 42 | 51 | 34 | ||||
| Otherd | **** | (7 | ) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Revenues – as adjusted | **** | 2,562 | 1,889 | 510 | 476 | 333 | ||||
| Ounces/pounds sold (koz/Mlb)c | **** | 965 | 910 | 113 | 121 | 86 | ||||
| Realized gold/copper price per<br>oz/lb | **** | 2,657 | 2,075 | 4.51 | 3.96 | 3.86 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^a.^ | Represents sales of $191 million, for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $208 million; Q1 2024: $151 million) applicable to our 45%<br>equity method investment in Kibali and $61 million (Q4 2024: $32 million; Q1 2024: $nil) applicable to our 24.5% equity method investment in Porgera for gold. Represents sales of $95 million for Q1 2025 (Q4 2024: $97 million; Q1 2024: $80 million)<br>applicable to our 50% equity method investment in Zaldívar and $72 million (Q4 2024: $74 million; Q1 2024: $62 million), applicable to our 50% equity method investment in Jabal Sayid for copper. | ||||
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| ^b.^ | Sales applicable to equity method investments are net of treatment and refinement charges. | ||||
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| ^c.^ | On an attributable basis. Excludes Long Canyon which is producing residual ounces from the leach pad while in care and<br>maintenance. | ||||
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| ^d.^ | Realized price per oz/lb may not calculate based on amounts presented in this table due to rounding.<br> | ||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS |
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Technical Information
The scientific and technical information contained in this MD&A has been reviewed and approved by Tricia Evans, BSc, SMERM, Mineral Resource Manager: North America; Mark Roux, BSc (Hons), P. Grad. Cert. (Geostatistics), Pr. Sci. Nat, Resource Geology Lead – North America; Richard Peattie, MPhil, FAusIMM, Mineral Resources Manager: Africa and Middle East; Peter Jones, MAIG, Manager Resource Geology – Latin America & Asia Pacific; Simon Bottoms, CGeol, MGeol, FGS, FAusIMM, Mineral Resource Management and Evaluation Executive; and Joel Holliday, FAusIMM, Executive Vice-President, Exploration – each a “Qualified Person” as defined in National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
All mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates are estimated in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 –Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Unless otherwise noted, such mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates are as of December 31, 2024.
Endnotes
| ^1^ | Further information on these non-GAAP financial measures, including detailed reconciliations, is included on pages 38<br>to 49 of this MD&A. | |||||||||
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| ^2^ | Gold COS/oz is calculated as cost of sales across our gold operations (excluding sites in closure or care and<br>maintenance) divided by ounces sold (both on an attributable basis using Barrick’s ownership share). Copper COS/lb is calculated as cost of sales across our copper operations divided by pounds sold (both on an attributable basis using<br>Barrick’s ownership share). References to attributable basis means our 100% share of Hemlo and Lumwana, our 61.5% share of NGM, our 60% share of Pueblo Viejo, our 80% share of Loulo-Gounkoto, our 89.7% share of Tongon, our 84% share of North<br>Mara, and Bulyanhulu, our 50% share of Veladero, Zaldívar and Jabal Sayid, our 24.5% share of Porgera and our 45% share of Kibali. | |||||||||
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| ^3^ | Total reportable incident frequency rate (“TRIFR”) is a ratio calculated as follows: number of reportable<br>injuries x 1,000,000 hours divided by the total number of hours worked. Reportable injuries include fatalities, lost time injuries, restricted duty injuries, and medically treated injuries. Lost time injury frequency rate (“LTIFR”) is a<br>ratio calculated as follows: number of lost time injuries x 1,000,000 hours divided by the total number of hours worked. | |||||||||
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| ^4^ | Class 1 - High Significance is defined as an incident that causes significant negative impacts on human health or the<br>environment or an incident that extends onto publicly accessible land and has the potential to cause significant adverse impact to surrounding communities, livestock or wildlife. | |||||||||
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| ^5^ | A Tier One Gold Asset is an asset with a $1,400/oz reserve with potential to deliver a minimum 10-year life, annual<br>production of at least 500,000 ounces of gold and with costs per ounce in the lower half of the industry cost curve. A Tier One Copper Asset/Project is an asset with a $3.00/lb reserve with potential for +5Mt contained copper in support at least 20<br>years life, annual production of at least 200ktpa, with costs per pound in the lower half of the industry cost curve. Tier One Assets must be located in a world-class geological district with potential for organic reserve growth and long-term<br>geologically driven addition. | |||||||||
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| ^6^ | Refer to the Technical Report on the Cortez Complex, Lander and Eureka Counties, State of Nevada, USA, dated<br>December 31, 2021, and filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on March 18, 2022. | |||||||||
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| ^7^ | Fourmile is currently 100% owned by Barrick. As previously disclosed, Barrick anticipates Fourmile being contributed to<br>the NGM joint venture if certain criteria are met following the completion of drilling and the requisite feasibility work. | |||||||||
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| ^8^ | Refer to the Technical Report on the Pueblo Viejo mine, Dominican Republic, dated March 17, 2023, and filed on<br>SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on March 17, 2023. | |||||||||
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| ^9^ | Refer to the Technical Report on the Reko Diq Project, Balochistan, Pakistan, dated February 19, 2025, and filed<br>on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on February 19, 2025. | |||||||||
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| ^10^ | Reko Diq probable reserves of 1,400 million tonnes grading 0.28 g/t representing 13 million ounces of gold,<br>probable reserves of 1,500 million tonnes grading 0.48% representing 7.3 million tonnes of copper, indicated resources of 1,800 million tonnes grading 0.25 g/t representing 15 million ounces of gold, inferred resources of<br>640 million tonnes grading 0.2 g/t representing 3.9 million ounces of gold, indicated resources of 2,000 million tonnes grading 0.43% representing 8.4 million tonnes of copper, and inferred resources of 690 million tonnes<br>grading 0.3% representing 2.2 million tonnes of copper. Complete mineral reserve and mineral resource data for all mines and projects referenced in this MD&A, including tonnes, grades, and ounces, can be found on pages 83-92 of<br>Barrick’s Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Report. | |||||||||
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| ^11^ | Refer to the Technical Report on the Lumwana Expansion Project, Republic of Zambia, dated February 19, 2025, and<br>filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov on February 19, 2025. | |||||||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | |||||
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| ^12^ | Reko Diq, Bukit Pasir Cu-Au Discovery Significant Intercepts^a^<br> | |||||||||
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| Drill Results from Q1 2025 | ||||||||||
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| Including | ||||||||||
| Drill Hole^b^ | Azimuth | Dip | Interval (m) | Width (m)^d^ | Au (g/t) | Cu (%) | Interval (m) | Width (m)^d^ | Au (g/t) | Cu (%) |
| RD-001183^c^ | 270 | (70) | 78 -980 | 902 | 0.19 | 0.50 | 366 -922 | 556 | 0.21 | 0.60 |
| 680 -850 | 170 | 0.21 | 0.70 | |||||||
| a. | All intercepts calculated using a 0.15% Cu cutoff and are uncapped; minimum internal dilution of 10 meters below 0.15%<br>Cu. | |||||||||
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| b. | Reko Diq district drill hole nomenclature: Reko Diq District (RD) followed by hole number. | |||||||||
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| c. | Drill method is diamond drilling. | |||||||||
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| d. | True width of intercepts are estimated using the core axis and are uncertain at this stage. | |||||||||
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The drilling results for Reko Diq - Bukit Pasir contained in this MD&A have been prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. All drill hole assay information has been manually reviewed and approved by staff geologists and re-checked by the project manager. Sample preparation and analyses are conducted by an independent laboratory, SGS - Karachi. Procedures are employed to ensure security of samples during their delivery from the drill rig to the laboratory. The quality assurance procedures, data verification and assay protocols used in connection with drilling and sampling at Reko Diq - Bukit Pasir conform to industry accepted quality control methods.
| ^13^ | Tongon Significant Intercepts^a^ | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drill Results from Q1 2025 | ||||||||
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| Including | ||||||||
| Drill Hole^b^ | Azimuth | Dip | Interval (m) | Width (m)^c^ | Au (g/t) | Interval (m) | Width (m)^c^ | Au (g/t) |
| NGAC001 | 270 | (50) | 18 -20 | 2 | 1.86 | |||
| NGAC003 | 270 | (50) | 1 -19 | 18 | 1.30 | |||
| NGAC004 | 270 | (50) | 13 -19 | 6 | 1.17 | |||
| NGAC005 | 270 | (50) | 12 -17 | 5 | 0.95 | |||
| NGAC005 | 270 | (50) | 19 -24 | 5 | 0.92 | |||
| NGAC005 | 270 | (50) | 28 -36 | 8 | 1.77 | |||
| NGAC006 | 270 | (50) | 12 -26 | 14 | 1.72 | 20 -23 | 3 | 3.68 |
| NGAC007 | 270 | (50) | 12 -14 | 2 | 1.10 | |||
| NGAC007 | 270 | (50) | 17 -19 | 2 | 1.16 | |||
| NGAC008 | 270 | (50) | 1 -14 | 13 | 0.95 | |||
| NGAC008 | 270 | (50) | 24 -26 | 2 | 8.66 | |||
| NGAC009 | 270 | (50) | 6 - 8 | 2 | 1.96 | |||
| NGAC009 | 270 | (50) | 49 -59 | 10 | 1.06 | |||
| NGAC010 | 270 | (50) | 1 - 3 | 2 | 1.05 | |||
| NGAC010 | 270 | (50) | 6 -10 | 4 | 4.57 | 6 - 8 | 2 | 8.64 |
| NGAC010 | 270 | (50) | 15 -24 | 9 | 2.78 | 17 -23 | 6 | 3.53 |
| NGAC011 | 270 | (50) | 0 -10 | 10 | 0.84 | |||
| NGAC011 | 270 | (50) | 11 -13 | 2 | 1.12 | |||
| NGAC012 | 270 | (50) | 0 -12 | 12 | 1.01 | |||
| NGAC012 | 270 | (50) | 35 -40 | 5 | 1.08 | |||
| NGAC013 | 270 | (50) | 38 -61 | 23 | 1.43 | 42 -45 | 3 | 3.25 |
| NGAC015 | 270 | (50) | 35 -37 | 2 | 1.76 | |||
| NGAC016 | 270 | (50) | 22 -26 | 4 | 1.54 | |||
| NGAC016 | 270 | (50) | 30 -35 | 5 | 1.11 | |||
| NGAC016 | 270 | (50) | 48 -50 | 2 | 0.91 | |||
| NGAC017 | 270 | (50) | 6 -10 | 4 | 0.78 | |||
| NGAC017 | 270 | (50) | 12 -17 | 5 | 0.69 | |||
| NGAC017 | 270 | (50) | 21 -53 | 32 | 4.10 | 43 -46 | 3 | 21.54 |
| NGAC018 | 270 | (50) | 12 -19 | 7 | 1.10 | |||
| NGAC018 | 270 | (50) | 22 -30 | 8 | 1.17 | |||
| NGAC018 | 270 | (50) | 33 -43 | 10 | 1.09 | |||
| NGAC018 | 270 | (50) | 44 -50 | 6 | 1.16 | |||
| NGAC019 | 270 | (50) | 14 -18 | 4 | 0.84 | |||
| NGAC019 | 270 | (50) | 31 -33 | 2 | 0.96 | |||
| NGAC019 | 270 | (50) | 41 -48 | 7 | 1.00 | |||
| JEAC060 | 120 | (50) | 44 -47 | 3 | 2.51 | |||
| JEAC062 | 120 | (50) | 29 -32 | 3 | 2.38 | |||
| JEAC062 | 120 | (50) | 65 -68 | 3 | 1.81 | |||
| JEAC063 | 120 | (50) | 11 -14 | 3 | 4.97 | 12 -14 | 2 | 6.93 |
| JEAC064 | 120 | (50) | 24 -27 | 3 | 2.76 | |||
| JEAC070 | 120 | (50) | 46 -48 | 2 | 2.06 | |||
| SFAC026 | 120 | (50) | 57 -72 | 15 | 5.02 | 62 -66 | 4 | 16.2 |
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br><br><br>STATEMENTS | |||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |||
| SFAC027 | 120 | (50) | 0 -2 | 2 | 3.53 | |||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SFAC027 | 120 | (50) | 9 -12 | 3 | 15.28 | 9 -11 | 2 | 22.35 |
| SFAC028 | 120 | (50) | 36 -42 | 6 | 0.90 | |||
| SFAC028 | 120 | (50) | 45 -48 | 3 | 0.94 | |||
| SFAC029 | 120 | (50) | 0 - 6 | 6 | 9.96 | 0 -2 | 2 | 27.25 |
| SFAC029 | 120 | (50) | 33 -35 | 2 | 1.47 | |||
| JBWAC011 | 120 | (50) | 9 -16 | 7 | 1.36 | 10 -12 | 2 | 3.13 |
| JBWAC013 | 120 | (50) | 31 -33 | 2 | 0.61 | |||
| a. | All intercepts calculated using a 0.5 g/t Au cutoff and are uncapped; minimum intercept width is 2 meters; internal<br>dilution is equal to or less than 2 meters width. | |||||||
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| b. | Tongon drill hole nomenclature: License initial KKH (Korokaha), Target initial: NG (Nagra), JE (Jane-East), SF<br>(Koro-Safe), JBW (Jubula-West), followed by type of drilling AC (Air Core), RC (Reverse Circulation), DH (Diamond Drilling). | |||||||
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| c. | True widths uncertain at this stage. | |||||||
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| d. | All intercepts calculated using a 2.0 g/t Au cutoff and are uncapped; minimum intercept width is 2 meters; internal<br>dilution is equal to or less than 2 meters width. | |||||||
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The drilling results for the Tongon property contained in this MD&A have been prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. All drill hole assay information has been manually reviewed and approved by staff geologists and re-checked by the project manager. Sample preparation and analyses are conducted by SGS, an independent laboratory. Industry accepted best practices for preparation and fire assaying procedures are utilized to determine gold content. Procedures are employed to ensure security of samples during their delivery from the drill rig to the laboratory. The quality assurance procedures, data verification and assay protocols used in connection with drilling and sampling on the Tongon property conform to industry accepted quality control methods.
| ^14^ | Kibali Significant Intercepts^a^ | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drill Results from Q1 2025 | ||||||||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Including^d^ | ||||||||
| Drill Hole^b^ | Azimuth | Dip | Interval (m) | Width (m)^c^ | Au (g/t) | Interval (m) | Width (m)^e^ | Au (g/t) |
| RHGC2098 | 225 | (70) | 22.00 -42.00 | 20 | 5.74 | 26.00 -32.00 | 6 | 11.58 |
| RHGC2099 | 225 | (70) | 62.00 -76.00 | 14 | 5.32 | 68.00 -74.00 | 6 | 10.45 |
| RHGC2138 | 225 | (71) | 112.00 -126.00 | 14 | 5.42 | 118.00 -122.00 | 4 | 15.84 |
| a. | All intercepts calculated using a 0.5 g/t Au cutoff and are uncapped; minimum intercept width is 2 meters; internal<br>dilution is equal to or less than 25% total width. | |||||||
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| b. | Kibali drill hole nomenclature: prospect initial (RH=Rhino), followed by type of drilling (RC=Reverse Circulation,<br>DD=Diamond, GC=Grade control), with no designation of the year. | |||||||
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| c. | True width of intercepts are uncertain at this stage. | |||||||
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| d. | Weighted average is calculated by fence using significant intercepts, over the strike length. | |||||||
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| e. | All including intercepts, calculated using a 0.5 g/t Au cutoff and are uncapped; minimum intercept width is 1 meter; no<br>internal dilution, with grade significantly above (>40%) the overall intercept grade. | |||||||
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The drilling results for the Kibali property contained in this MD&A have been prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. All drill hole assay information has been manually reviewed and approved by staff geologists and re-checked by the project manager. Sample preparation and analyses are conducted by SGS, an independent laboratory. Industry accepted best practices for preparation and fire assaying procedures are utilized to determine gold content. Procedures are employed to ensure security of samples during their delivery from the drill rig to the laboratory. The quality assurance procedures, data verification and assay protocols used in connection with drilling and sampling on the Kibali property conform to industry accepted quality control methods.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br> <br>STATEMENTS |
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Consolidated Statements of Income
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br><br><br>(in millions of United States dollars, except per share data) (Unaudited) | Three months ended<br>March 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Revenue (notes 5 and 6) | **** | 3,130 | 2,747 | |
| Costs and expenses (income) | ||||
| Cost of sales (notes 5 and 7) | **** | 1,785 | 1,936 | |
| General and administrative expenses | **** | 42 | 28 | |
| Exploration, evaluation and project expenses | **** | 54 | 95 | |
| Impairment charges (note 9b) | **** | 4 | 17 | |
| Loss on currency translation | **** | 2 | 12 | |
| Closed mine rehabilitation | **** | 19 | (2 | |
| Income from equity investees (note 12) | **** | (67 | (48 | |
| Other expense (note 9a) | **** | 170 | 17 | |
| Income before finance costs and income taxes | **** | 1,121 | 692 | |
| Finance costs, net | **** | (62 | (31 | |
| Income before income taxes | **** | 1,059 | 661 | |
| Income tax expense (note 10) | **** | (278 | (174 | |
| Net income | **** | 781 | 487 | |
| Attributable to: | ||||
| Equity holders of Barrick Mining Corporation | **** | 474 | 295 | |
| Non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | 307 | 192 | |
| Earnings per share attributable to the equity holders of Barrick Mining Corporation (note8) | ||||
| Net income | ||||
| Basic | **** | 0.27 | 0.17 | |
| Diluted | **** | 0.27 | 0.17 |
All values are in US Dollars.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br> <br>STATEMENTS |
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Consolidated Statements
of Comprehensive Income
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br> (in millions of United States dollars) (Unaudited) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | |||
| Net income | 781 | $487 | |
| Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes | |||
| Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | |||
| Unrealized gains on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, net of tax nil and nil | — | 1 | |
| Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss: | |||
| Actuarial loss on post employment benefit obligations, net of tax nil and nil | (1 | — | |
| Net change on equity investments, net of tax nil and nil | 5 | 1 | |
| Total other comprehensive income | 4 | 2 | |
| Total comprehensive income | 785 | $489 | |
| Attributable to: | |||
| Equity holders of Barrick Mining Corporation | 478 | $297 | |
| Non-controlling interests | 307 | $192 |
All values are in US Dollars.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br> <br>STATEMENTS |
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br><br><br>(in millions of United States dollars) (Unaudited) | Three months <br>ended March 31, | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| OPERATING ACTIVITIES | ||||
| Net income | **** | 781 | 487 | |
| Adjustments for the following items: | ||||
| Depreciation | **** | 411 | 474 | |
| Finance costs, net | **** | 62 | 31 | |
| Impairment charges (note 9b) | **** | 4 | 17 | |
| Income tax expense (note 10) | **** | 278 | 174 | |
| Income from equity investees (note 12) | **** | (67 | (48 | |
| Gain on sale of non-current assets | **** | — | (1 | |
| Loss on currency translation | **** | 2 | 12 | |
| Change in working capital (note 11) | **** | (105 | (241 | |
| Other operating activities (note 11) | **** | (9 | (70 | |
| Operating cash flows before interest and income taxes | **** | 1,357 | 835 | |
| Interest paid | **** | (25 | (27 | |
| Interest received | **** | 46 | 68 | |
| Income taxes<br>paid^1^ | **** | (166 | (116 | |
| Net cash provided by operating activities | **** | 1,212 | 760 | |
| INVESTING ACTIVITIES | ||||
| Property, plant and equipment | ||||
| Capital expenditures (note 5) | **** | (837 | (728 | |
| Funding of equity method investments (note 12) | **** | — | (44 | |
| Dividends received from equity method investments (note 12) | **** | 38 | 47 | |
| Shareholder loan repayments from equity method investments | **** | 60 | 45 | |
| Net cash used in investing activities | **** | (739 | (680 | |
| FINANCING ACTIVITIES | ||||
| Lease repayments | **** | (3 | (3 | |
| Dividends | **** | (172 | (175 | |
| Share buyback program (note 14) | **** | (143 | — | |
| Funding from Reko Diq non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | 83 | 22 | |
| Disbursements to non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | (208 | (121 | |
| Pueblo Viejo JV partner shareholder loan | **** | 4 | (7 | |
| Net cash used in financing activities | **** | (439 | (284 | |
| Effect of exchange rate changes on cash andequivalents | **** | — | (2 | |
| Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents | **** | 34 | (206 | |
| Cash and equivalents at the beginning of period | **** | 4,074 | 4,148 | |
| Cash and equivalents at the end of period | **** | 4,108 | 3,942 | |
| Less: cash and equivalents classified as held for sale at the endof period | **** | 4 | — | |
| Cash and equivalents excluding assets classified as held forsale at the end of period | **** | 4,104 | 3,942 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Income taxes paid excludes $17 million (Q1 2024: $17 million) for Q1 2025 of income taxes payable that were settled<br>against offsetting value added taxes (“VAT”) receivables. |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br> <br>STATEMENTS |
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Consolidated Balance Sheets
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation)<br><br><br>(in millions of United States dollars) (Unaudited) | As at March 31,2025 | As at December 31,<br>2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASSETS | ||||
| Current assets | ||||
| Cash and equivalents | **** | 4,104 | 4,074 | |
| Accounts receivable | **** | 736 | 763 | |
| Inventories^1^ | **** | 1,991 | 1,942 | |
| Other current assets | **** | 908 | 853 | |
| Total current assets (excluding assets classified as held for sale) | **** | 7,739 | 7,632 | |
| Assets classified as held for sale (note 4a) | **** | 263 | — | |
| Total current assets | **** | 8,002 | 7,632 | |
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Non-current portion of inventory | **** | 2,814 | 2,783 | |
| Equity in investees (note 12) | **** | 4,141 | 4,112 | |
| Property, plant and equipment | **** | 28,683 | 28,559 | |
| Intangible assets | **** | 148 | 148 | |
| Goodwill | **** | 3,097 | 3,097 | |
| Other assets | **** | 1,257 | 1,295 | |
| Total assets | **** | 48,142 | 47,626 | |
| LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | ||||
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Accounts payable | **** | 1,587 | 1,613 | |
| Debt | **** | 24 | 24 | |
| Current income tax liabilities | **** | 642 | 545 | |
| Other current liabilities | **** | 507 | 460 | |
| Total current liabilities (excluding liabilities classified as held for sale) | **** | 2,760 | 2,642 | |
| Liabilities classified as held for sale (note 4a) | **** | 27 | **** | — |
| Total current liabilities | **** | 2,787 | 2,642 | |
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Debt | **** | 4,703 | 4,705 | |
| Provisions | **** | 2,051 | 1,962 | |
| Deferred income tax liabilities | **** | 3,854 | 3,887 | |
| Other liabilities | **** | 1,183 | 1,174 | |
| Total liabilities | **** | 14,578 | 14,370 | |
| Equity | ||||
| Capital stock (note 14) | **** | 27,538 | 27,661 | |
| Deficit | **** | (4,968 | (5,269 | |
| Accumulated other comprehensive income | **** | 37 | 33 | |
| Other | **** | 1,843 | 1,865 | |
| Total equity attributable to Barrick Mining Corporationshareholders | **** | 24,450 | 24,290 | |
| Non-controlling interests (note 15) | **** | 9,114 | 8,966 | |
| Total equity | **** | 33,564 | 33,256 | |
| Contingencies and commitments (notes 5 and 16) | ||||
| Total liabilities and equity | **** | 48,142 | 47,626 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | On January 2, 2025, an interim attachment order was issued by the Senior Investigating Judges of the Pôle<br>National Économique et Financier (“Pôle Économique”) against the existing gold stock on the site of the Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex, which was executed on January 11, 2025 when the gold was removed from the site<br>to a custodial bank. This gold doré has a carrying value of $92 million and is included in finished products. Refer to note 16 for further details. |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &<br><br><br>NON-GAAP<br> <br>RECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br> <br>STATEMENTS |
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Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
| Barrick Mining Corporation (formerly<br><br><br>Barrick Gold Corporation) | Attributable to equity holders of the company | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (in millions of United States dollars)<br><br><br>(Unaudited) | Common<br>Shares (in<br>thousands) | Capitalstock | Retained<br>earnings<br>(deficit) | Accumulated<br>other<br>comprehensive<br>income (loss)^1^ | Other2 | Total equityattributable toshareholders | Non-controllinginterests | Totalequity | ||
| At January 1, 2025 | 1,727,100 | **** | 27,661 | ($5,269 | ) | $33 | 1,865 | 24,290 | 8,966 | 33,256 |
| Net income | — | — | 474 | — | — | 474 | 307 | 781 | ||
| Total other comprehensive income | — | — | — | 4 | — | 4 | — | 4 | ||
| Total comprehensive income | — | — | 474 | 4 | — | 478 | 307 | 785 | ||
| Transactions with owners | ||||||||||
| Dividends | — | — | (172 | ) | — | — | (172 | — | (172 | |
| Funding from non-controlling interests (note 15) | — | — | — | — | — | — | 83 | 83 | ||
| Disbursements to non-controlling interests (note 15) | — | — | — | — | — | — | (242 | (242 | ||
| Dividend reinvestment plan (note 14) | 50 | 1 | (1 | ) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Share buyback program (note 14) | (7,692 | ) | (124 | — | — | (22 | (146 | — | (146 | |
| Total transactions with owners | (7,642 | ) | (123 | (173 | ) | — | (22 | (318 | (159 | (477 |
| At March 31, 2025 | 1,719,458 | **** | 27,538 | ($4,968 | ) | $37 | 1,843 | 24,450 | 9,114 | 33,564 |
| At January 1, 2024 | 1,755,570 | **** | 28,117 | ($6,713 | ) | $24 | 1,913 | 23,341 | 8,661 | 32,002 |
| Net income | — | — | 295 | — | — | 295 | 192 | 487 | ||
| Total other comprehensive income | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | — | 2 | ||
| Total comprehensive income | — | — | 295 | 2 | — | 297 | 192 | 489 | ||
| Transactions with owners | ||||||||||
| Dividends | — | — | (175 | ) | — | — | (175 | — | (175 | |
| Funding from non-controlling interests | — | — | — | — | — | — | 22 | 22 | ||
| Disbursements to non-controlling interests | — | — | — | — | — | — | (121 | (121 | ||
| Dividend reinvestment plan | 66 | 1 | (1 | ) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Total transactions with owners | 66 | 1 | (176 | ) | — | — | (175 | (99 | (274 | |
| At March 31, 2024 | 1,755,636 | **** | 28,118 | ($6,594 | ) | $26 | 1,913 | 23,463 | 8,754 | 32,217 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Includes cumulative translation losses at March 31, 2025: $95 million (December 31, 2024: $95 million;<br>March 31, 2024: $95 million). |
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| ^2^ | Includes additional paid-in capital as at March 31, 2025: $1,805 million (December 31, 2024: $1,827 million;<br>March 31, 2024: $1,875 million). |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Barrick Mining Corporation. Tabular dollar amounts in millions of United States dollars, unless otherwise shown.
1∎CorporateInformation
Barrick Mining Corporation (as of May 6, 2025, formerly Barrick Gold Corporation) (“Barrick”, “we” or the “Company”) is a corporation governed by the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia). The Company’s corporate office is located at Brookfield Place, TD Canada Trust Tower, 161 Bay Street, Suite 3700, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2S1. The Company’s registered office is 925 West Georgia Street, Suite 1600, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3L2. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GOLD (changing to B effective May 9, 2025) and the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ABX. We are principally engaged in the production and sale of gold and copper, as well as related activities such as exploration and mine development. We sell our gold and copper into the world market.
We have ownership interests in producing gold mines that are located in Argentina, Canada, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Dominican Republic, Papua New Guinea, Tanzania and the United States. Our mine in Mali was placed on temporary suspension in January 2025. We have ownership interests in producing copper mines in Chile, Saudi Arabia and Zambia. We also have various projects located throughout the Americas, Asia and Africa.
2∎Material Accounting Policy Information
a) Statement of Compliance
These condensed interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”) applicable to the preparation of interim financial statements, under International Accounting Standard 34, Interim Financial Reporting. These interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with Barrick’s most recently issued Annual Report, which includes information necessary or useful to understanding the Company’s business and financial statement presentation. In particular, the Company’s material accounting policy information was presented in Note 2 of the Annual Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024 (“2024 Annual Financial Statements”), and have been consistently applied in the preparation of these interim financial statements. These condensed interim consolidated financial statements were authorized for issuance by the Board of Directors on May 6, 2025.
b) New Accounting Standards Issued
Certain new accounting standards and interpretations have been published that are either applicable in the current year or not mandatory for the current period. We have assessed these standards and determined they do not have a material impact on Barrick in the current reporting period. In addition, the following standards have been issued by the IASB and we are currently assessing the impact on our consolidated financial statements.
| ∎ | Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments (IFRS 9 and IFRS 7) with mandatory<br>application of the standard in annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026.<br> |
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| ∎ | IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements with mandatory application of the standard in annual<br>reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2027. |
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No standards have been early adopted in the current period.
3∎Critical Judgements,Estimates, Assumptions and Risks
The judgments, estimates, assumptions and risks discussed here reflect updates from the 2024 Annual Financial Statements. For judgments, estimates, assumptions and risks related to other areas not discussed in these interim consolidated financial statements, please refer to Notes 3 and 28 of the 2024 Annual Financial Statements.
a) Provision for Environmental Rehabilitation (“PER”)
Provisions are updated each reporting period for changes to expected cash flows and for the effect of changes in the discount rate and foreign exchange rates. The change in estimate is added or deducted from the related asset and depreciated over the expected economic life of the operation to which it relates. In the case of closed sites, changes in estimates and assumptions are recognized immediately in the consolidated statements of income. For Q1 2025, we recorded a net increase of $26 million (Q1 2024: $41 million net decrease) primarily due to a decrease in the discount rate and accretion, partially offset by spending incurred during the quarter.
Adjustments to the estimated amount and timing of future closure and rehabilitation cash flows are a normal occurrence in light of the significant judgments and estimates involved. Rehabilitation provisions are adjusted as a result of changes in estimates and assumptions and are accounted for prospectively. In Q4 of each year, our life of mine plans are updated and that typically results in an update to the rehabilitation provision.
b) Contingencies
Contingencies can be either possible assets or possible liabilities arising from past events which, by their nature, will be resolved only when one or more future events, not wholly within our control, occur or fail to occur. The assessment of such contingencies inherently involves the exercise of significant judgment and estimates of the outcome of future events. Refer to Note 16 for further details on contingencies.
4∎Acquisitions andDivestitures
a) Donlin Gold
On April 22, 2025, Barrick announced it had entered into an agreement to sell its 50% interest in the Donlin Gold project located in Alaska, USA to affiliates of Paulson Advisers LLC and NOVAGOLD Resources Inc. (“NOVAGOLD”) for total cash consideration of $1 billion. In addition, Barrick has granted NOVAGOLD an option to purchase the outstanding debt owed to Barrick (current value of $156 million presented in Other Assets) in connection with the Donlin Gold project for $90 million if purchased prior to closing, or for $100 million if purchased within 18 months from closing, when the option expires. If that option is not exercised, the debt will remaining outstanding, substantially in accordance
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with its existing terms which would largely defer repayment to the commencement of production.
Subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions and obtaining the required regulatory approvals,
the transaction is expected to be completed late in the second quarter or early in the third quarter of 2025. As at March 31, 2025, the assets and liabilities of our interest in the Donlin Gold project were classified as held-for-sale.
5 ∎Segment Information
Barrick’s business is organized into sixteen minesites. Barrick’s Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”) (Mark Bristow, President and Chief Executive Officer) reviews the operating results, assesses performance and makes capital allocation decisions at the minesite level. Our presentation of our reportable operating segments consists of eight gold mines (Carlin, Cortez, Turquoise Ridge, Pueblo Viejo, Loulo-Gounkoto, Kibali, North Mara and Bulyanhulu) and one copper mine (Lumwana). The remaining operating segments, including our remaining gold mines, have been grouped into an “Other Mines” category and will not be reported on individually. Segment performance is evaluated based on a number of measures including operating income before tax, production levels and unit production costs. Certain costs are managed on a consolidated basis and are therefore not reflected in segment income.
Consolidated Statement of Income Information
| Cost of Sales | |||||||||||
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| For the three months ended<br><br><br>March 31, 2025 | Revenue | Site operating<br>costs, royalties<br>and community<br>relations | Depreciation | Exploration,<br>evaluation and<br>project expenses | Segment income<br>(loss) | ||||||
| Carlin^2^ | **** | 678 | **** | 339 | **** | 62 | **** | 1 | 3 | **** | 273 |
| Cortez^2^ | **** | 456 | **** | 184 | **** | 57 | **** | 2 | 2 | **** | 211 |
| Turquoise Ridge^2^ | **** | 364 | **** | 156 | **** | 47 | **** | — | 1 | **** | 160 |
| Pueblo Viejo^2^ | **** | 377 | **** | 162 | **** | 75 | **** | 1 | 3 | **** | 136 |
| Loulo-Gounkoto^2^ | **** | — | **** | — | **** | 6 | **** | 1 | 79 | **** | (86 |
| Kibali | **** | 192 | **** | 81 | **** | 32 | **** | — | 7 | **** | 72 |
| Lumwana | **** | 305 | **** | 148 | **** | 60 | **** | — | 2 | **** | 95 |
| North Mara^2^ | **** | 235 | **** | 81 | **** | 21 | **** | — | 3 | **** | 130 |
| Bulyanhulu^2^ | **** | 146 | **** | 61 | **** | 16 | **** | — | 2 | **** | 67 |
| Other Mines^2^ | **** | 583 | **** | 237 | **** | 58 | **** | 2 | 3 | **** | 283 |
| Reportable segment total | **** | 3,336 | **** | 1,449 | **** | 434 | **** | 7 | 105 | **** | 1,341 |
| Share of equity investees | **** | (192 | **** | (81 | **** | (32 | **** | — | (7 | **** | (72 |
| Segment total | **** | 3,144 | **** | 1,368 | **** | 402 | **** | 7 | 98 | **** | 1,269 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Consolidated Statement of Income Information
| Cost of Sales | |||||||||||
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| For the three months ended<br><br><br>March 31, 2024 | Revenue | Site operating<br>costs, royalties<br>and community<br>relations | Depreciation | Exploration,<br>evaluation and<br>project expenses | Segment income<br>(loss) | ||||||
| Carlin^2^ | 712 | 385 | 83 | 3 | 2 | 239 | |||||
| Cortez^2^ | 413 | 186 | 75 | 1 | 2 | 149 | |||||
| Turquoise Ridge^2^ | 211 | 137 | 37 | 1 | — | 36 | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo^2^ | 290 | 148 | 62 | 1 | 2 | 77 | |||||
| Loulo-Gounkoto^2^ | 361 | 139 | 67 | — | 12 | 143 | |||||
| Kibali | 152 | 58 | 28 | — | 2 | 64 | |||||
| Lumwana | 163 | 108 | 60 | — | 2 | (7 | |||||
| North Mara^2^ | 114 | 74 | 18 | — | 5 | 17 | |||||
| Bulyanhulu^2^ | 106 | 56 | 15 | — | 1 | 34 | |||||
| Other Mines^2^ | **** | 382 | **** | 224 | **** | 47 | **** | 3 | 5 | **** | 103 |
| Reportable segment total | **** | 2,904 | **** | 1,515 | **** | 492 | **** | 9 | 33 | **** | 855 |
| Share of equity investees | **** | (152 | **** | (58 | **** | (28 | **** | — | (2 | **** | (64 |
| Segment total | 2,752 | 1,457 | 464 | 9 | 31 | 791 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Includes accretion expense, which is included within finance costs in the consolidated statement of income. For Q1<br>2025, accretion expense was $14 million (Q1 2024: $13 million). | ||||
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| ^2^ | Includes non-controlling interest portion of revenues, cost of sales and segment income for Q1 2025 for Nevada Gold<br>Mines $644 million, $355 million, $284 million (Q1 2024: $572 million, $381 million, $186 million), Pueblo Viejo $149 million, $95 million, $54 million (Q1 2024: $118 million, $84 million, $34 million), Loulo-Gounkoto $nil, $1 million, $(17) million<br>(Q1 2024: $72 million, $41 million, $29 million), North Mara and Bulyanhulu $61 million, $29 million, $31 million (Q1 2024: $35 million, $26 million, $8 million) and Tongon $10 million, $7 million, $2 million (Q1 2024: $8 million, $8 million, $1<br>million), respectively. | ||||
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Reconciliation of Segment Income to Income Before Income Taxes
| For the three months ended<br><br><br>March 31 | |||
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| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| Segment income | $1,269 | $791 | |
| Other revenue | (14) | (5) | |
| Other cost of sales/amortization | (15) | (15) | |
| Exploration, evaluation and project expenses not attributable to segments | (47) | (86) | |
| General and administrative expenses | (42) | (28) | |
| Other income (expense) not attributable to segments | (86) | 1 | |
| Impairment charges | (4) | (17) | |
| Loss on currency translation | (2) | (12) | |
| Closed mine rehabilitation | (19) | 2 | |
| Income from equity investees | 67 | 48 | |
| Finance costs, net (includes non-segment<br>accretion) | (48) | (18) | |
| Income before income taxes | $1,059 | $661 | |
| Capital Expenditures Information | Segment capitalexpenditures^1^ | ||
| For the three months ended<br><br><br>March 31 | |||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| Carlin | **** | $204 | $203 |
| Cortez | 100 | 94 | |
| Turquoise Ridge | 21 | 30 | |
| Pueblo Viejo | 87 | 57 | |
| Loulo-Gounkoto | 18 | 74 | |
| Kibali | 34 | 25 | |
| Lumwana | 70 | 79 | |
| North Mara | 40 | 44 | |
| Bulyanhulu | 38 | 31 | |
| Other Mines | 71 | 50 | |
| Reportable segment total | $683 | $687 | |
| Other items not allocated to segments | 124 | 32 | |
| Total | $807 | $719 | |
| Share of equity investees | (34) | (25) | |
| Total | $773 | $694 | |
| ^1^ | Segment capital expenditures are presented for internal management reporting purposes on an accrual basis. Capital<br>expenditures in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow are presented on a cash basis. For Q1 2025, cash expenditures were $837 million (Q1 2024: $728 million) and the decrease in accrued expenditures was $64 million (Q1 2024: $34 million<br>decrease). | ||
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Purchase Commitments
At March 31, 2025, we had purchase obligations for supplies and consumables of $1,835 million (December 31, 2024: $1,621 million).
Capital Commitments
In addition to entering into various operational commitments in the normal course of business, we had capital commitments of $809 million at March 31, 2025 (December 31, 2024: $605 million).
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| 6∎Revenue | |||||
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| For the three months <br>ended March 31 | |||||
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| 2025 | |||||
| Gold sales | |||||
| Spot market sales | **** | 2,601 | $2,416 | ||
| Concentrate sales | **** | 149 | 103 | ||
| Provisional pricing adjustments | **** | 16 | 9 | ||
| **** | 2,766 | $2,528 | |||
| Copper sales | |||||
| Concentrate sales | **** | 275 | $159 | ||
| Provisional pricing adjustments | **** | 29 | 4 | ||
| **** | 304 | $163 | |||
| Othersales^1^ | **** | 60 | 56 | ||
| Total | **** | 3,130 | $2,747 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Revenues include the sale of by-products for our gold and copper mines. |
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7∎ Cost of Sales
| Gold | |||||||||
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| For the three months ended March 31 | 2025 | ||||||||
| Site operating costs^1,2^ | **** | 1,097 | 1,241 | 126 | 95 | — | — | 1,223 | $1,336 |
| Depreciation^1^ | **** | 342 | 407 | 60 | 60 | 9 | 7 | 411 | 474 |
| Royalty expense | **** | 95 | 88 | 21 | 12 | — | — | 116 | 100 |
| Mining and production taxes^4^ | **** | 23 | 16 | — | — | — | — | 23 | 16 |
| Community relations | **** | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 12 | 10 |
| **** | 1,568 | 1,761 | 208 | 168 | 9 | 7 | 1,785 | $1,936 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Site operating costs and depreciation include charges to reduce the cost of inventory to net realizable value as<br>follows: $1 million for Q1 2025 (Q1 2024: $22 million). |
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| ^2^ | Site operating costs includes the costs of extracting by-products. |
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| ^3^ | Other includes corporate amortization. |
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| ^4^ | 2024 figures have been changed to present mining and production taxes separately from site operating costs.<br> |
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8∎Earnings Per Share
| For the three months ended March 31 | |||||
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| 2025 | |||||
| **** | Basic | Diluted | Basic | Diluted | |
| Net income | **** | 781 | 781 | 487 | 487 |
| Net income attributable to non-controlling interests | **** | (307 | (307) | (192 | (192 |
| Net income attributable to equity holders of Barrick Mining<br>Corporation | **** | 474 | 474 | 295 | 295 |
| Weighted average shares outstanding | **** | 1,725 | 1,725 | 1,756 | 1,756 |
| Basic and diluted earnings per share attributable to the equity<br>holders of Barrick Mining Corporation | **** | 0.27 | 0.27 | 0.17 | 0.17 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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9∎Other Expense
a) Other Expense (Income)
| For the three months<br><br><br>ended March 31 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Other expense: | ||||
| Bank charges | **** | 1 | 1 | |
| Litigation legal expenses | **** | 4 | 4 | |
| Loss on warrant investments at fair value through profit or loss (“FVPL”) | **** | — | 2 | |
| Loulo-Gounkoto reduced operations costs | **** | 67 | — | |
| Litigation settlement accruals | **** | 91 | — | |
| Other | **** | 18 | 16 | |
| Total other expense | **** | 181 | 23 | |
| Other income: | ||||
| Gain on sale of non-current assets | **** | — | (1 | |
| Interest income on other assets | **** | (11 | (5 | |
| Total other income | **** | (11 | (6 | |
| Total | **** | 170 | 17 |
All values are in US Dollars.
b) Impairment Charges
| For the three months<br><br><br>ended March 31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | |||
| Impairment charges of non-current assets | 4 | $17 | |
| Total | 4 | $17 |
All values are in US Dollars.
10∎Income Tax Expense
| For the three months<br>ended March 31 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Current | **** | 287 | $140 | |
| Deferred | **** | (9 | 34 | |
| Total | **** | 278 | $174 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Income tax expense was $278 million for Q1 2025 (Q1 2024: $174 million). The unadjusted effective income tax rate for Q1 2025 was 26% of income before income taxes.
The underlying effective income tax rate on ordinary income for Q1 2025 was 26% after adjusting for the impact of foreign currency translation losses on deferred tax balances; the impact of net impairment charges; the impact of updates to the rehabilitation provision for our non-operating mines; the impact of non-deductible foreign exchange losses; the impact of the signing of agreements to settle legacy legal matters in the Philippines related to Placer Dome Inc.; the impact of Loulo-Gounkoto’s reduced operations costs; and the impact of other expense adjustments.
Currency Translation
Current and deferred tax balances are subject to remeasurement for changes in foreign currency exchange rates each period. This is required in countries where tax is paid in local currency and the subsidiary has a different functional currency (typically US dollars). The most
significant balances relate to Argentine and Malian tax balances.
In Q1 2025, a tax recovery of $15 million (Q1 2024: $21 million tax expense) arose primarily from net translation gains on deferred tax balances in Mali and Argentina due to the strengthening of the West African CFA, partially offset by the weakening of the Argentine peso against the US dollar. These net translation gains are included within income tax expense.
Withholding Taxes
For Q1 2025, we have recorded $20 million (Q1 2024: $14 million related to Peru and the United States) of dividend withholding taxes related to the undistributed and distributed earnings of our subsidiaries in the United States and Tanzania.
United States Tax Reform
Under the Inflation Reduction Act signed in August 2022, the United States implemented a 15% corporate alternative minimum tax (“CAMT”) on applicable financial statement income, effective for tax years beginning after December 31, 2022, with CAMT credit carryforwards having an indefinite life. Barrick is subject to CAMT as it meets the requisite income thresholds for a foreign-parented multinational group.
While final regulations are still awaited, since its introduction, Barrick has recognized a deferred tax asset from the CAMT credit carryforwards anticipating recovery against future US Federal Income Tax liabilities.
Organization forEconomic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) Pillar Two model rules
These rules apply to multi-national enterprises with annual consolidated revenues of at least €750 million in at least two of the prior four fiscal years immediately preceding the relevant fiscal year, which is reflective of our status.
Canada enacted Pillar Two legislation in Q2 2024, effective for fiscal years commencing on or after December 31, 2023. Other jurisdictions in which the group operates have either enacted or are in the process of enacting similar legislation.
In terms of the income tax accounting, we have applied the exception available under the amendments to IAS 12 published by the IASB in May 2023 and are not recognizing or disclosing information about deferred tax assets and liabilities related to Pillar Two income taxes. Our review of Pillar Two for the current year, based on the OECD’s Transitional Safe Harbour rules as implemented in the Global Minimum Tax Act in Canada, has not identified any material amounts to be accrued for Q1 2025. As the law is evolving, both in Canada and elsewhere, we will continue to monitor the impact of this legislation.
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11∎Cash Flow - Other Items
| Operating Cash Flows – Other Items | For the three months <br>ended March 31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Adjustments for non-cash income statement items: | ||||
| Loss on warrant investments at FVPL | **** | — | 2 | |
| Litigation settlement accruals | **** | 91 | — | |
| Share-based compensation expense | **** | 42 | 13 | |
| Change in estimate of rehabilitation costs at closed mines | **** | 10 | (12 | |
| Inventory impairment charges | **** | 1 | 14 | |
| Non-cash revenue recognized on Pueblo Viejo gold and silver streaming agreement | **** | (7 | (7 | |
| Change in other assets and liabilities | **** | (42 | (9 | |
| Settlement of share-based compensation | **** | (53 | (39 | |
| Settlement of rehabilitation obligations | **** | (51 | (32 | |
| Other operating activities | **** | (9 | (70 | |
| Cash flow arising from changes in: | ||||
| Accounts receivable | **** | 12 | 39 | |
| Inventory | **** | (67 | (28 | |
| Value added taxes receivable^1,^^2^ | **** | (60 | (99 | |
| Other current assets^2^ | **** | (2 | (1 | |
| Accounts payable | **** | (24 | (141 | |
| Other current liabilities | **** | 36 | (11 | |
| Change in working capital | **** | (105 | (241 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Excludes $17 million (Q1 2024: $17 million) for Q1 2025 of VAT receivables that were settled against offsetting of<br>income taxes payable and $44 million (Q1 2024: $nil) for Q1 2025 of VAT receivables that were settled against offsetting of other duties and liabilities. |
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| ^2^ | 2024 figures have been changed to present VAT receivables separately from other current assets. |
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12∎Equity AccountingMethod Investment Continuity
| Kibali | Jabal Sayid | Zaldívar | Other | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At January 1, 2024 | 2,119 | 391 | 874 | 703 | 46 | 4,133 | |||||
| Investment in equity accounting method investment | — | — | — | 7 | — | 7 | |||||
| Equity pick-up (loss) from equity investees | 108 | 119 | 1 | 22 | (2 | 248 | |||||
| Funds invested | — | — | — | 55 | 4 | 59 | |||||
| Dividends received from equity investees | (88 | (109 | — | — | (1 | (198 | |||||
| Non-cash dividends received from equity investees | (124 | — | — | — | — | (124 | |||||
| Equity earnings adjustment | — | — | — | (7 | — | (7 | |||||
| Shareholder loan repayment | — | — | — | — | (6 | (6 | |||||
| At December 31, 2024 | **** | 2,015 | **** | 401 | **** | 875 | 780 | **** | 41 | **** | 4,112 |
| Equity earnings adjustment | **** | — | **** | — | **** | — | 3 | **** | — | **** | 3 |
| Equity pick-up from equity investees | **** | 17 | **** | 31 | **** | 3 | 13 | **** | — | **** | 64 |
| Dividends received from equity investees | **** | — | **** | (38 | **** | — | — | **** | — | **** | (38 |
| At March 31, 2025 | **** | 2,032 | **** | 394 | **** | 878 | 796 | **** | 41 | **** | 4,141 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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13∎Fair Value Measurements
a) Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
| As at March<br><br><br>31, 2025 | Quoted<br><br><br>prices in<br> <br>active<br><br><br>marketsforidenticalassets<br> <br><br><br><br>(Level 1) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other<br><br><br>investments^1^ | **** | 47 | — | — | $47 |
| Receivables<br><br><br>from provisional<br> <br>copper and gold sales | **** | — | 324 | — | 324 |
| 47 | 324 | — | $371 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Includes equity investments in other mining companies. |
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b) Fair Values of Financial Assets and Liabilities
| As at March 31, 2025 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carryingamount | |||||
| Financial assets | |||||
| Other assets^1^ | **** | 727 | 727 | 776 | $776 |
| Other investments^2^ | **** | 47 | 47 | 42 | 42 |
| **** | 774 | 774 | 818 | $818 | |
| Financial liabilities | |||||
| Debt^3^ | **** | 4,727 | 4,900 | 4,729 | $4,821 |
| Other liabilities | **** | 648 | 648 | 595 | 595 |
| **** | 5,375 | 5,548 | 5,324 | $5,416 |
All values are in US Dollars.
| ^1^ | Includes restricted cash and amounts due from our partners. |
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| ^2^ | Includes equity investments in other mining companies. Recorded at fair value. Quoted market prices are used to determine<br>fair value. |
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| ^3^ | Debt is generally recorded at amortized cost. The fair value of debt is primarily determined using quoted market prices.<br>Balance includes both current and long-term portions of debt. |
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The Company’s valuation techniques were presented in Note 26 of the 2024 Annual Financial Statements and have been consistently applied in these interim financial statements.
14∎Capital Stock
a) Authorized Capital Stock
Our authorized capital stock is composed of an unlimited number of common shares (issued 1,719,458,060 common shares as at March 31, 2025). Our common shares have no par value.
b) Dividends
The Company’s practice has been to declare dividends after a quarter as part of the announcement of the results for the quarter. Dividends declared are paid in the same quarter.
The Company’s dividend reinvestment plan resulted in 49,469 common shares issued to shareholders for Q1 2025.
c) Share Buyback Program
At the February 11, 2025 meeting, the Board of Directors authorized a new share buyback program for the repurchase of up to $1.0 billion of the Company’s outstanding common shares over the next 12 months. During Q1 2025, Barrick purchased 7.69 million common shares for a total cash amount of $143 million under this program and accrued $3 million in related taxes.
The actual number of common shares that may be purchased, and the timing of any such purchases, will be determined by Barrick based on a number of factors, including the Company’s financial performance, the availability of cash flows, and the consideration of other uses of cash, including capital investment opportunities, returns to shareholders, and debt reduction.
The repurchase program does not obligate the Company to acquire any particular number of common shares, and the repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time at the Company’s discretion.
15∎Non-controlling Interests Continuity
| Nevada<br>Gold Mines | Pueblo<br>Viejo | Tanzania<br>Mines^1^ | Loulo-<br>Gounkoto | Tongon | Reko Diq | Other | Total | |||||||||||||||||
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| NCI in subsidiary at March 31, 2025 | 38.5 | % | 40 | % | 16 | % | 20 | % | 10.3 | % | 50 | % | Various | |||||||||||
| At January 1, 2024 | $ | 6,162 | $ | 1,143 | $ | 322 | $ | 760 | $ | 16 | $ | 338 | ($ | 80 | ) | $ | 8,661 | |||||||
| Share of income (loss) | 884 | 101 | 53 | (31 | ) | — | (63 | ) | — | 944 | ||||||||||||||
| Cash contributed | — | — | — | — | — | 146 | — | 146 | ||||||||||||||||
| Disbursements | (667 | ) | (84 | ) | — | (34 | ) | — | — | — | (785 | ) | ||||||||||||
| At December 31, 2024 | $ | 6,379 | **** | $ | 1,160 | **** | $ | 375 | **** | $ | 695 | **** | $ | 16 | **** | $ | 421 | **** | ($ | 80 | ) | $ | 8,966 | **** |
| Share of income (loss) | **** | 263 | **** | **** | 32 | **** | **** | 19 | **** | **** | (7 | ) | **** | 2 | **** | **** | (2 | ) | **** | — | **** | **** | 307 | **** |
| Cash contributed | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | 83 | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | 83 | **** |
| Disbursements | **** | (160 | ) | **** | (48 | ) | **** | (34 | ) | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | — | **** | **** | (242 | ) |
| At March 31, 2025 | $ | 6,482 | **** | $ | 1,144 | **** | $ | 360 | **** | $ | 688 | **** | $ | 18 | **** | $ | 502 | **** | ($ | 80 | ) | $ | 9,114 | **** |
| ^1^ | Tanzania mines consist of the two operating mines, North Mara and Bulyanhulu. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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| OVERVIEW | OPERATING<br><br><br>PERFORMANCE | GROWTH PROJECTS &<br><br><br>EXPLORATION | REVIEW OF FINANCIAL<br><br><br>RESULTS | OTHER INFORMATION &NON-GAAPRECONCILIATIONS | FINANCIAL<br> <br>STATEMENTS | |||||||||||||||||||
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16∎Contingencies
Certain conditions may exist as of the date the financial statements are issued that may result in a loss to the Company, but which will only be resolved when one or more future events occur or fail to occur. The impact of any resulting loss from such matters affecting these financial statements and noted below may be material.
Except as noted below, no material changes have occurred with respect to the matters disclosed in Note 35 “Contingencies” to the 2024 Annual Financial Statements, and no new contingencies have occurred that are material to the Company since the issuance of the 2024 Annual Financial Statements.
The description set out below should be read in conjunction with Note 35 “Contingencies” to the 2024 Annual Financial Statements.
Litigation and Claims Update
Pascua-Lama — Proposed Canadian Securities Class Actions
In the Quebec proceeding, Barrick filed its Statement of Defence on February 12, 2025. No trial date has been set as of this time. In the Ontario proceeding, the Plaintiffs’ motion for class certification has not yet been scheduled.
Legacy Philippines Matters
On April 4, 2025, Barrick and the Provincial Government of Marinduque (the “PGM”) signed agreements to settle, without admission of liability by Barrick, all proceedings and claims related to alleged environmental issues associated with the Marcopper mine in the Province of Marinduque, Philippines. The settlement is subject to various conditions precedent, including the approval of the Court of Appeals of the Republic of the Philippines and the issuance of certain confirmations by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the Philippines agency in charge of mining and the environment. Once all conditions are satisfied, Barrick will pay a settlement amount of $100 million to the PGM over a period of three years. This amount was recorded as part of Other Expense in Q1 2025.
Loulo-Gounkoto Mining Conventions Dispute
On January 2, 2025, an interim attachment order was issued by the Senior Investigating Judges of the Pôle National Économique et Financier (“Pôle Économique”) against the existing gold stock on the site of the Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex, which was executed on January 11, 2025, when the gold was removed from the site to a custodial bank. On January 14, 2025, due to the restrictions imposed by the Government of Mali on gold shipments, the Company temporarily suspended operations at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex.
On April 11, 2025, Somilo and Gounkoto received a notice from the Malian Tax Administration stating that if certain outstanding taxes were not paid, the Administration would close the companies’ administrative office in Bamako. Somilo and Gounkoto responded to the Tax Administrator to explain that the companies are unable to make timely payment of those taxes due to the restrictions imposed by the Government of Mali on exporting gold. On April 15, 2025, the authorities closed the Bamako offices.
On April 17, 2025, Somilo and Gounkoto received a notice from the Government of Mali alleging that the companies’ decision to temporarily suspend operations at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex was prejudicial to the Government’s interest in the complex and further stating that unless the mines resumed operations by April 20, 2025, the Minister would seek to have a judicial administrator appointed. Somilo and Gounkoto responded to the Minister to clarify that they could only resume mining operations when the restrictions imposed by the Government of Mali on exporting gold had been lifted.
The Company continues to engage with the Government of Mali to resolve the dispute and mining operations at Loulo-Gounkoto remain temporarily suspended while these discussions are ongoing.
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^[1]^ As of May 9, 2925, Barrick’s ticker on the New York Stock Exchange will change to “B” from “GOLD”
Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information
Certain information contained or incorporated by reference in this MD&A, including any information as to our strategy, projects, plans or future financial or operating performance, constitutes “forward-looking statements”. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. The words “believe”, “expect”, “anticipated”, “aim”, “strategy”, “ramp up”, “target”, “plan”, “opportunities”, “guidance”, “forecast”, “outlook”, “project”, “develop”, “progress”, “continue”, “committed”, “estimate”, “potential”, “prospective”, “future”, “focus”, “ongoing”, “following”, “subject to”, “scheduled”, “may”, “will”, “can”, “could”, “would”, “should” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this MD&A contains forward-looking statements including, without limitation, with respect to: Barrick’s forward-looking production and cost guidance; anticipated production growth from Barrick’s organic project pipeline and reserve replacement; estimates of future cost of sales per ounce for gold and per pound for copper, total cash costs per ounce and C1 cash costs per pound, and all-in sustaining costs per ounce/pound; cash flow forecasts; projected capital, operating and exploration expenditures; the share buyback program and performance dividend policy; mine life and production rates; anticipated timing for development of the Goldrush Project; our plans, timelines, and expected completion and benefits of our growth projects, including the Goldrush Project, Fourmile, Ren, Donlin Gold, Pueblo Viejo Expansion project, Veladero Phase 8 Leach Pad, Reko Diq, solar power project at Kibali, and the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion; anticipated production at Goldrush, Ren, Reko Diq and Lumwana; timing for first production from the Lumwana Super Pit Expansion; capital expenditures related to upgrades and ongoing management initiatives; Barrick’s global exploration strategy and planned exploration activities; Barrick’s copper strategy; the resumption of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto; the status of negotiations with the Government of Mali in respect of ongoing disputes regarding the Loulo-Gounkoto Complex, including the
status of the gold stock removed from site and the outcome of dispute resolution through arbitration; our pipeline of high confidence projects at or near existing operations; our ability to identify new Tier One assets and the potential for existing assets to attain Tier One status; potential mineralization and metal or mineral recoveries; our ability to convert resources into reserves and future reserve replacement; asset sales, joint ventures and partnerships; Barrick’s strategy, plans, targets and goals in respect of sustainability issues, including climate change, greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions reduction targets, safety performance, community development, and responsible water use; and expectations regarding future price assumptions, financial performance and other outlook or guidance.
Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions including material estimates and assumptions related to the factors set forth below that, while considered reasonable by the Company as at the date of this MD&A in light of management’s experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements and information. Such factors include, but are not limited to: fluctuations in the spot and forward price of gold, copper or certain other commodities (such as silver, diesel fuel, natural gas and electricity); risks associated with projects in the early stages of evaluation and for which additional engineering and other analysis is required; risks related to the possibility that future exploration results will not be consistent with the Company’s expectations, that quantities or grades of reserves will be diminished, and that resources may not be converted to reserves; risks associated with the fact that certain of the initiatives described in this MD&A are
still in the early stages and may not materialize; changes in mineral production performance, exploitation and exploration successes; risks that exploration data may be incomplete and considerable additional work may be required to complete further evaluation, including but not limited to drilling, engineering and socioeconomic studies and investment; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development; lack of certainty with respect to foreign legal systems, corruption and other factors that are inconsistent with the rule of law; changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls or regulations and/or changes in the administration of laws, policies and practices, including the expropriation or nationalization of property and political or economic developments in Canada, the United States, Mali or other countries in which Barrick does or may carry on business in the future; risks relating to political instability in certain of the jurisdictions in which Barrick operates; timing of receipt of, or failure to comply with, necessary permits and approvals; non-renewal of key licenses by governmental authorities; failure to comply with environmental and health and safety laws and regulations; increased costs and physical and transition risks related to climate change, including extreme weather events, resource shortages, emerging policies and increased regulations relating to related to GHG emission levels, energy efficiency and reporting of risks; the Company’s ability to achieve its sustainability goals, including its climate-related goals and GHG emissions reduction targets, in particular its ability to achieve its Scope 3 emissions targets which require reliance on entities within Barrick’s value chain, but outside of the Company’s direct control, to achieve such targets within the specified time frames; contests over title to properties, particularly title to undeveloped properties, or over access to water, power and other required infrastructure; the liability associated with risks and hazards in the mining industry, and the ability to maintain insurance to cover such losses; damage to the Company’s reputation due to the actual or perceived occurrence of any number of events, including negative publicity with respect to the Company’s handling of environmental matters or dealings with community groups, whether true or not; risks related to operations near communities that may regard Barrick’s operations as being detrimental to them; litigation and legal and administrative proceedings; operating or technical difficulties in connection with mining or development activities, including geotechnical challenges, tailings dam and storage facilities failures, and disruptions in the maintenance or provision of required infrastructure and information technology systems; increased costs, delays, suspensions and technical challenges associated with the construction of capital projects; risks associated with working with partners in jointly controlled assets; risks related to disruption of supply routes which may cause delays in construction and mining activities, including disruptions in the supply of key mining inputs due to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and conflicts in the Middle East; risk of loss due to acts of war, terrorism, sabotage and civil disturbances; risks associated with artisanal and illegal mining; risks associated with Barrick’s infrastructure, information technology systems and the implementation of Barrick’s technological initiatives, including risks related to cybersecurity incidents, including those caused by computer viruses, malware, ransomware and other cyberattacks, or similar information technology system failures, delays and/or disruptions; the impact of global liquidity and credit availability on the timing of cash flows and the values of assets and liabilities based on projected future cash flows; the impact of inflation, including global inflationary pressures driven by ongoing global supply chain
disruptions, global energy cost increases following the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and country-specific political and economic factors in Argentina; adverse changes in our credit ratings; fluctuations in the currency markets; changes in U.S. dollar interest rates; changes in U.S. trade, tariff and other controls on imports and exports, tax, immigration or other policies that may impact relations with foreign countries, result in retaliatory policies, lead to increased costs for raw materials and components, or impact Barrick’s existing operations and material growth projects; risks arising from holding derivative instruments (such as credit risk, market liquidity risk and mark-to-market risk); risks related to the demands placed on the Company’s management, the ability of management to implement its business strategy and enhanced political risk in certain jurisdictions; uncertainty whether some or all of Barrick’s targeted investments and projects will meet the Company’s capital allocation objectives and internal hurdle rate; whether benefits expected from recent transactions are realized; business opportunities that may be presented to, or pursued by, the Company; our ability to successfully integrate acquisitions or complete divestitures; risks related to competition in the mining industry; employee relations including loss of key employees; availability and increased costs associated with mining inputs and labor; risks associated with diseases, epidemics and pandemics; risks related to the failure of internal controls; and risks related to the impairment of the Company’s goodwill and assets.
In addition, there are risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining, including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins, flooding and gold bullion, copper cathode or gold or copper concentrate losses (and the risk of inadequate insurance, or inability to obtain insurance, to cover these risks).
Many of these uncertainties and contingencies can affect our actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us. Readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. All of the forward-looking statements made in this MD&A are qualified by these cautionary statements. Specific reference is made to the most recent Form 40-F/Annual Information Form on file with the SEC and Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities for a more detailed discussion of some of the factors underlying forward-looking statements and the risks that may affect Barrick’s ability to achieve the expectations set forth in the forward-looking statements contained in this MD&A. We disclaim any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.