Core Viewpoint - Asante Gold Corporation has announced a bought deal private placement to raise C$125 million through the issuance of 78,125,000 common shares at C$1.60 per share, with an additional option for underwriters to purchase up to 11,718,750 shares for C$18.75 million [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The Brokered Offering is expected to close around January 6, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals [3]. - The common shares will be offered through private placements in Canada, the U.S., and other jurisdictions, adhering to applicable laws [4]. - The shares issued will be subject to a four-month statutory hold period under Canadian securities laws [4]. Group 2: Non-Brokered Offering - The company has also entered into a non-brokered private placement with its Executive Chairman, Malik Easah, to sell 8,625,000 common shares for gross proceeds of C$13.8 million [5]. - This Non-Brokered Offering is anticipated to close on or about January 31, 2026, also subject to regulatory approvals [6]. Group 3: Related Party Transaction - The Non-Brokered Offering is classified as a "related party transaction" under Multilateral Instrument 61-101, but the company is exempt from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements [7]. Group 4: Accordion Feature - The company has reached an agreement to access an accordion feature under its senior debt facility to increase total commitments by US$30 million, with closing expected to coincide with the Offering [10]. - Completion of the Accordion is contingent upon raising at least US$90 million through equity by January 15, 2026, and meeting certain liquidity and performance tests [10]. Group 5: Company Overview - Asante Gold Corporation is engaged in gold exploration, development, and operations, with a portfolio that includes the Bibiani and Chirano Gold Mines in Ghana [11]. - The company is also exploring additional projects in Ghana's Golden Triangle region [11].