Kinross Gold Corporation KGC said that the Toronto Stock Exchange has accepted the notice to renew its normal course issuer bid (“NCIB”) program, reinforcing commitment to enhancing shareholder returns.
Under the program, Kinross is authorized to repurchase up to 104,239,211 common shares, approximately 10% of its public float, from March 24, 2026, to March 23, 2027. The company views that the current market price of its common shares may not fully reflect their value, making share repurchases an attractive use of funds. The program is supported by the company’s strong balance sheet and consistent free cash flow generation.
Repurchases may be executed through the TSX, the NYSE and alternative Canadian trading systems, in accordance with the requirements of the exchange and the market price of the shares being acquired. Daily buybacks on the TSX can reach up to 1,156,500 shares, while NYSE purchases are limited to 25% of average trading volumes for the four calendar weeks preceding the date of purchase, with exceptions for block purchases.
All shares acquired under the NCIB will be cancelled, reducing the total shares outstanding. Under its previous program, Kinross repurchased 35,756,550 shares. In relation to the NCIB program, the company has entered an automatic repurchase plan with its designated broker to operate during blackout periods. The purchases under this program are intended but remain discretionary.
KGC stock has jumped 125.5% over the past year compared with the industry’s 94.5% growth.
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KGC’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
KGC currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
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