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Hemlo Mining repays $75M (U.S.) of revolving facility

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Apr 02, 2026 · 12:08 HMMC · 6.49 Hemlo Mining Corp.
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Executive Summary

  • Hemlo Mining Corp. has fully repaid the $75.0 million outstanding balance on its $100.0 million revolving credit facility (RCF), reducing the drawn balance to nil.
  • The repayment was completed on March 30, 2026, less than six months after the closing of the Hemlo gold mine acquisition, which was financed in part by these facilities.
  • Following the repayment, the company reported a cash balance of approximately $125 million, while the $150.0 million term loan portion of the secured credit facility remains outstanding.

Key Details

  • RCF Repayment: Repaid $75.0 million of the $100.0 million RCF balance, bringing the drawn amount to zero.
  • Remaining Facility Status: The $100.0 million RCF remains available for general corporate purposes and working capital needs.
  • Secured Credit Facility Structure:
    • Total facility size: $250.0 million.
    • Components: $100.0 million RCF and $150.0 million term loan.
    • Maturity Date: November 27, 2028.
    • Draw Date: November 2025 (to finance acquisition costs of the Hemlo gold mine).
  • Term Loan Terms:
    • Outstanding Balance: $150.0 million.
    • Repayment Schedule: Nine quarterly installments of $7.5 million.
    • First Payment Date: August 26, 2026.
    • Final Balance Due: November 27, 2028.
  • Cash Position: Approximately $125 million cash balance as of March 30, 2026.
  • Strategic Context: CFO Jon Case cited strong cash flow generation from the asset and financial discipline as drivers for the early repayment, marking a step in deleveraging ahead of the 2026 strategy focused on operational optimization and growth.

Notable Quotes

  • "The $75.0-million RCF repayment, completed less than six months after closing the acquisition of the Hemlo gold mine, reflects the strong cash flow generation of the asset and the financial discipline of our team. This repayment marks a meaningful step in deleveraging the business as we advance our 2026 strategy focused on operational optimization and growth." — Jon Case, Chief Financial Officer
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