Mining & Natural Resources · Gold

Gold Mining Financing

From early-stage exploration through production, OAKRG connects gold mining companies with equity, royalty, streaming, and debt capital from investors with active gold mandates.

$1M–$100M+
Financing Range
Global
Investor Network
All Stages
Exploration to Production
What We Offer

Capital Solutions Tailored to You

01
Equity Placements
Private placements and pre-IPO rounds for gold explorers and developers — targeted introductions to resource-focused funds and family offices.
02
Royalty Financing
Upfront capital in exchange for a percentage of future gold revenue. Non-dilutive and suitable for advanced exploration and development-stage projects.
03
Gold Streaming
Structured agreements where investors fund development in exchange for the right to purchase gold at a fixed discount to spot price.
04
Bridge Loans
Short-term secured debt bridging a gold project through to a royalty deal, equity raise, or production ramp-up.
05
Project Finance Debt
Senior secured debt for near-production and producing gold assets with contracted off-take or demonstrated cash flow.
06
Off-Take Financing
Capital secured against signed agreements to sell future gold production to a creditworthy buyer or trading house.
Gold Projects
$Capital Solutions
Who This Is For

Clients We Serve

Exploration
Early-stage gold explorers seeking drill capital
Development
Projects advancing through prefeasibility
Production
Producing mines needing expansion capital
Acquisition
Companies acquiring gold assets
Refinancing
Restructuring existing gold project debt
Bridge
Companies bridging to a larger transaction
How We Work

The Process

01

Initial Consultation

We review your capital requirement, stage, and objectives to identify the right structure and investor type.

02

Documentation & Preparation

We assess your materials and identify gaps before investor introductions begin.

03

Targeted Introductions

We make direct introductions to investors with active mandates matching your profile — no mass distribution.

04

Term Negotiation & Close

We support term sheet review and work alongside your legal team through to execution and close.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Gold mining companies can access equity placements (private or listed), royalty and streaming agreements, bridge loans, project finance debt, and off-take financing. The right structure depends on project stage, resource size, cash flow profile, and whether the company is listed or private.
Yes. Early-stage gold explorers typically access equity financing — private placements with resource-focused investors, family offices, or high-net-worth individuals. Royalty deals are also possible at exploration stage if the project has a strong resource estimate or is in a proven district.
A gold stream is an agreement where an investor provides upfront capital in exchange for the right to purchase a set volume of future gold production at a fixed price — typically 10–30% of spot. Unlike debt, a stream doesn't need to be repaid in cash.
Project finance for gold mines uses the project's future cash flows as the primary repayment source. Lenders take security over the mine, equipment, and off-take contracts. Typical LTV is 50–65% for producing or near-producing assets.
A royalty gives the holder a percentage of revenue or production indefinitely. A stream gives the right to purchase a fixed volume of gold at a fixed price. Royalties are typically simpler; streams are larger and more complex. Both are non-dilutive alternatives to equity.
At minimum: a JORC, NI 43-101, or SAMREC compliant resource estimate, drill results and geological reports, permit status, management credentials, and project title. Production assets also require revenue history and mine plan.
A private equity placement can close in 4–8 weeks. A royalty or streaming deal typically takes 3–6 months. Project finance debt takes 6–18 months including technical due diligence and legal documentation.
Yes. OAKRG works with both listed and unlisted gold companies. For unlisted companies, financing typically comes via private placements with family offices, resource-focused funds, or pre-IPO structures.
OAKRG has connected gold projects in Canada, Australia, West Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America with international capital. Tier 1 mining jurisdictions attract the deepest pools of capital.
An NSR (net smelter return) royalty gives the holder a percentage of the revenue received from the smelter for gold produced, after deducting transportation and refining costs. A 2% NSR on a 100,000 oz/year mine at $2,000/oz generates ~$4M per year for the royalty holder.
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