Abcourt Announces Binding Term Sheet with Glencore AG for Senior Debt Financing and Offtake Agreement

Core Viewpoint - Abcourt Mines Inc. has entered into a binding term sheet with Glencore AG for a senior debt financing of up to US$30 million and an accompanying offtake agreement, aimed at strengthening liquidity and funding exploration activities [1][6]. Financing Details - The financing will be provided in two tranches: Tranche A of US$18.125 million available on the Closing Date, and Tranche B of up to US$11.875 million available at the Corporation's option between December 1, 2026, and January 31, 2027 [4]. - Proceeds will be used to repay higher-cost debt, fund exploration and capital expenditures at the Flordin project, and provide additional working capital [4]. - The financing matures 60 months after the Closing Date and bears interest at a rate of 1-Month SOFR plus 2.5% per annum, payable monthly after the first anniversary [4]. - Glencore will receive 68,905,000 warrants, each exercisable for one common share at C$0.15 for the first 36 months, and C$0.20 thereafter for the remaining term [4]. Offtake Agreement Details - Glencore will purchase 100% of the gold and silver dore production from the Sleeping Giant Mine for a minimum term of six years, with an aggregate delivery of 150,000 ounces of gold [4]. - After the initial term, Glencore will have a right of first refusal for additional purchases [4]. - Pricing for the offtake will be based on the average official LBMA prices for gold and silver [4][9]. - Glencore will also purchase all mineral products from the Flordin-Cartwright property for eight years after commercial production begins [4]. Company Overview - Abcourt Mines Inc. is a Canadian gold development company with properties in northwestern Québec, including the Sleeping Giant Mine and Mill, and the Flordin property [7].