Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Mark Reichman, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Natural Resources, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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JV restructuring transaction. Maple Gold and Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (NYSE: AEM) entered into an agreement pursuant to which: 1) the existing joint venture agreement dated February 2021 between Agnico and Maple will be terminated, 2) Maple will obtain a 100% ownership interest in the Douay Gold and Joutel Gold Projects, 3) Maple will grant Agnico a 1.0% net smelter return royalty associated with the properties, and 4) Agnico Eagle will retain certain options to acquire a 50% ownership interest in the projects.
Agnico back-in option. Agnico’s option to acquire a 50% interest in the projects will be exercisable by Agnico following the closing of the restructuring transaction until 90 days following receipt of a notice from Maple Gold that its board of directors has authorized the development of a mine complex at the project. The mine will need to be supported by a preliminary feasibility study or feasibility study affirming a C$300 million net present value. If the option is exercised, Agnico will be required to make a cash payment to Maple Gold equal to 200% of expenditures incurred by Maple Gold, along with C$12 million.
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