Barrick Declares Increased Dividend and Announces New Dividend Policy
PRESS RELEASE
Barrick Declares Increased Dividend and
Announces New Dividend Policy
All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars
Toronto, February 5 , 2026 – Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the
“Company”) today announced the declaration of a $0.42 per share dividend in respect of performance
for the fourth quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 140% over the third quarter, and announced a
new dividend policy.
The Q4 2025 dividend will be paid on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business
on February 27, 2026.
In addition to the dividend, Barrick repurchased approximately 12.11 million shares during Q4 under the
share buyback program that was announced in February 2025. During the year, Barrick repurchased
approximately 51.90 million shares under the 2025 progra m, or approximately 3.0% of Barrick’s issued
and outstanding shares at the time this year’s program was announced, for cash of $1.5 billion, including
$500 million paid during Q4.
In Q4 2025 and going forward, the Company’s new dividend policy targets a total payout of 50% of
attributable free cash flow on an annualized basis, comprised of a fixed base quarterly dividend of $0.175
per share and a performance top -up component at each year end based on the attributable free cash
flow during the year. The dividend paid in any given year may be higher or lower than the 50% target
based on the strength of cash flow, capital needs, balance sheet considerations and other factors.
About Barrick Mining Corporation
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest
portfolios of world -class and long -life gold and copper assets in the industry, Barrick’s operations and
projects span 17 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United
States. We create real, long -term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong
partnerships and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange
under the symbol ‘B’ and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘ABX’.
Investor Relations Contact
Barrick Mining Corporation
Cleve Rueckert, +1 775 397 5443
Media Contact
Brunswick Group
Carole Cable, +44 (0) 20 7404 5959
BARRICK MINING CORPORATION PRESS RELEASE
Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information
Certain information contained or incorporated by reference in this press release, 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 “will”, “perform”, “going forward”, “targets”, “may”, “growth” and similar
expressions identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this press release contains forward-looking statements including, without
limitation, with respect to Barrick’s operating and financial performance, liquidity available to invest in growth projects, and the potential
for Barrick to deliver enhanced dividends to shareholders under its new dividend policy.
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: changes in national and local government legisl ation, taxation, controls or
regulations and/ or changes in the administration of laws, policies and practices; expropriation or nationalization of property and political
or economic developments in jurisdictions in which the Company or its affiliates do or may carry on business in the future; fluctuations
in the spot and forward price of gold, copper, or certain other commodities (such as silver, diesel fuel, natural gas, and el ectricity); the
speculative nature of mineral exploration and development; assumptions relating to the trading price of the Company’s common shares;
changes in mineral production performance, exploitation, and exploration successes; disruption of supply routes which may cause
delays in construction and mining activities at Barrick’s more remote properties; diminishing quantities or grades of reserves; increased
costs, delays, suspensions and technical challenges associated with the construction of capital projects; operating or technical difficulties
in connection with mining or devel opment activities; failure to comply with environmental and health and safety laws and regulations;
timing of receipt of, or failure to comply with, necessary permits and approvals; the impact of global liquidity and credit a vailability on
the timing of ca sh flows and the values of assets and liabilities based on projected future cash flows; changes in U.S. trade, tariff and
other controls on imports and exports, tax, immigration or other policies that may impact trade relations with foreign countries, result in
retaliatory policies, lead to increased costs for raw materials and components, or impact Barrick’s existing operations and m aterial
growth projects; the impact of inflation; fluctuations in the currency markets; lack of certainty with respect to for eign legal systems,
corruption and other factors that are inconsistent with the rule of law; 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 ha ndling of environmental matters or
dealings with community groups, whether true or not; the possibility that future exploration results will not be consistent w ith the
Company’s expectations; 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; risk of loss due to acts
of war, terrorism, sabotage and civil disturbances; risks associated with illegal and artisanal mining; risks associated with new diseases,
epidemics and pandemics; litigation and legal and administrative proceedings; contests over title to properties, particularly title to
undeveloped properties, or over access to water, power and other required infrastructure; business opportunities that may be presented
to, or pursued by, the Company; risks associated with working with partners in jointly controlled assets; employee relations including
loss of key employees; increased costs and physical risks, including extreme weather events and resource shortages, related to climate
change; risks related to the failure of internal controls; risks related to the impairment of the Company’s goodwill and asse ts; and
availability and increased cos ts associated with mining inputs and labor. 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, pres sures, 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 forwa rd-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.