Goldcorp Inc. (Goldcorp) announced yesterday that it has consented to and fully supports the announced Nevada joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (Barrick) and Newmont Mining Corporation (Newmont).
Goldcorp's Board of Directors continues to recommend that Goldcorp shareholders vote FOR the proposed plan of arrangement with Newmont, as previously announced on 14 January 2019. More information on the proposed plan of arrangement with Newmont and the special meeting of Goldcorp shareholders on 4 April 2019 is available at www.goldcorp.com.
Goldcorp also welcomes the announcement that Barrick has agreed to withdraw its proposal to acquire Newmont.