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Cerrado Gold Announces Conclusion of Gold Hedging Program at Its Minera Don Nicolas Mine in Argentina and a Proposed Normal Course Issuer Bid for Its Shares

Cerrado Sheds Hedge Shackles to Capture Spot Upside While Launching Aggressive Buyback Despite Working Capital Deficit

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jan 19, 2026 · 06:00 CERT · 1.85 Cerrado Gold Inc.
Executive Summary

The most recent news release dated January 19, 2026, announces two major corporate developments. First, Cerrado Gold has officially concluded its gold hedging program at the Minera Don Nicolas (MDN) mine in Argentina as of January 15, 2026. The program previously capped a portion of gold sales at $3,250/oz. The company is now selling 100% of its production at near-spot prices. Second, the company has proposed a Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB) to purchase up to 6,794,790 common shares (5% of outstanding) for cancellation, citing that the current share price represents a discount to the underlying asset value. CEO Mark Brennan suggests that "excess liquidity" from high gold prices will fund the buyback without impacting growth plans.

Material Impact

The impact of this news is twofold. Operationally, it is materially positive; by removing the $3,250/oz ceiling, Cerrado can fully participate in the current gold bull market, which should immediately improve free cash flow and EBITDA margins, provided production remains stable. Financially, the NCIB is more controversial. While management signals "excess liquidity," the Q3 2025 financial statements showed a working capital deficit of approximately $31.8 million (Current Assets of $137.4M vs. Current Liabilities of $169.2M). Using cash to buy back shares while carrying significant short-term debt and stream obligations is a high-risk capital allocation strategy. However, the market typically views a hedge removal and buyback as a sign of institutional strength, which explains the stock's climb to 52-week highs.

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Company Overview

Cerrado Gold is a Toronto-based producer and developer. Its flagship operating asset is the Minera Don Nicolas (MDN) mine in Santa Cruz, Argentina, which consists of open-pit and new underground operations (Paloma). The company also owns the Las Calandrias heap leach project. Following the acquisition of Ascendant Resources in May 2025, it now holds an 80% interest in the Lagoa Salgada VMS project in Portugal. Additionally, it is developing the Mont Sorcier iron project in Quebec, targeting a high-purity DRI iron concentrate.

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