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Is Newmont’s (NEM) Bigger Buyback and Fourmile Talks Reframing Its Core Value Proposition?
In May 2026, Newmont announced a substantial expansion of its share repurchase program with an additional US$6.00 billion authorization, while also being in advanced talks with Barrick to contribute the Fourmile gold discovery to their existing Nevada Gold Mines joint venture.
Together, the enlarged buyback plan and potential addition of Fourmile highlight Newmont’s focus on enhancing shareholder returns alongside reinforcing its Nevada asset base.
We’ll now examine how Newmont’s...