Maverix Metals Announces Closing of Transaction with Karora Resources
VANCOUVER, BC , Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ – Maverix Metals Inc. (the “Company” or “Maverix”) (NYSE American: MMX) (TSX: MMX) is pleased to announce the closing of the previously announced transaction with Karora Resources Inc. (“Karora”) to reduce the gold royalty on the Beta Hunt mine from 7.5% to 4.75% effective July 1, 2020 (the “Transaction”). The Transaction will allow both Maverix and Karora shareholders to benefit from a renewed focus on exploration, development and potential future production growth at the Beta Hunt mine. As consideration for the Transaction, Maverix will receive total consideration of US$18 million in cash, with US$15.5 million received on closing and an additional US$2.5 million to be paid in January 2021. The Company plans to use the proceeds to reduce the amount drawn under its revolving credit facility.