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17 August 2026

Canada's OceanaGold to buy Ausgold for about $553 million, expand Australia presence

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Canada's OceanaGold to buy Ausgold for about $553 million, expand Australia presence

Canadian gold and copper producer OceanaGold plans to acquire Australia's ​Ausgold in a deal valued ‌at A$776 million ($552. 74 million), the companies said on Monday.

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