Goldcorp Welcomes Favorable Newmont Shareholder Vote in Connection with the Plan of Arrangement

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The issuance of the Newmont shares in connection with the Transaction was approved by greater than 98% of votes cast by Newmont shareholders, either in person or by proxy at the Meeting. In addition, the related resolution to increase Newmont's authorized common stock was approved by 76% of the shareholders.

Newmont and Goldcorp expect the transaction to close in the second quarter of 2019, subject to approval by Newmont shareholders and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Immediately upon the closing of this transaction, the combined entity will be called Newmont Goldcorp, and is expected to:

About Goldcorp
Goldcorp is a senior gold producer focused on responsible mining practices with safe, low-cost production from a high-quality portfolio of mines.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements:

iv IRR targets on projects are calculated using an assumed $1,200 gold price.

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SOURCE Goldcorp Inc.

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