NovaGold Announces Special Shareholder Meeting

• NovaGold will hold a special shareholder meeting on November 3, 2026, to vote on its proposed Donlin Gold transaction.
• The all-share acquisition of Paulson’s 40% stake would increase ownership of Donlin Gold from 60% to 100%.
• Newly incorporated Delaware company NovaGold Corporation would become the ultimate parent under the transaction.
• Current shareholders, including Paulson, would own approximately 65% of the new parent.
• Paulson’s economic interest would reach approximately 39.7%, including its existing holding, while its voting interest would be capped at 19.99%.

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