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Equinox Gold and Orla Mining advance merger; close targeted July 31, 2026

Jul 22, 2026, 3:17 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Positive sentiment from approvals and near-term close could unlock synergies and broaden liquidity, but dilution from ~421.8m new EQX shares tempers upside; close timing concentrates near-term price risk and potential rerating on completion.

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Equinox Gold and Orla Mining shareholders approved the arrangement to combine, with Orla shareholders also approving. A BC Supreme Court order is anticipated around July 28, 2026, before closing on July 31, 2026, subject to regulatory clearances and listing on TSX and NYSE American. The deal contemplates issuing up to 421.77 million EQX shares to fund the acquisition.

Equinox Gold shareholders approve share issuance for Orla acquisition.
Orla securityholders approve arrangement; closing targeted July 31, 2026.
Court order expected July 28, 2026; regulatory approvals secured.
Issuance up to 421,770,377 EQX shares; votes For 507,548,903.
Closing subject to conditions; listing on TSX and NYSE American.

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