HYCROFT ANNOUNCES DEBT REDUCTION

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Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) has announced a significant debt reduction of approximately $12.2 million, executed at a substantial discount of 42% to the face value. The company paid $6.7 million in cash and issued 500,000 shares to achieve this. With over $140 million in cash and a strong exploration program, Hycroft aims to enhance shareholder value. CEO Diane R. Garrett emphasized the importance of this financial strategy as part of strengthening their balance sheet. Additional assay results are anticipated before year-end.

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• Debt reduced by approximately $12.2 million at a 42% discount to face value.
• Strong cash position exceeding $140 million.
• Ongoing robust exploration program.

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• None.

WINNEMUCCA, Nev., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) ("Hycroft" or the "Company"), a gold and silver development company which owns the Hycroft Mine in the prolific mining region of Northern Nevada, is pleased to announce it has reduced a portion of its debt.

Diane R. Garrett, President and CEO stated, "Eliminating a portion of our debt at a significant discount is an important step in our commitment to strengthening our balance sheet.   A strong balance sheet, a solid cash position in excess of $140 million, a world class asset in a Tier-One mining jurisdiction, a robust exploration program and a highly experienced team of mine builders and operators make Hycroft uniquely positioned for creating and delivering shareholder value."

The Company reduced its outstanding debt by approximately $12.2 million in two transactions. Hycroft purchased a total of $12.2 million of debt in exchange for cash consideration of $6.7 million plus 500,000 shares of Hycroft common stock (a discount of approximately 42% to the face value of the debt). 

The Company's exploration program is progressing on schedule and additional assay results are expected to be released prior to year end.

About Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation

Hycroft is a US-based, gold and silver company developing the Hycroft Mine located in the world-class mining region of Northern Nevada.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION contact info@hycroftmining.com or visit our website at www.hycroftmining.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included herein and public statements by our officers or representatives, that address activities, events or developments that our management expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, are forward-looking statements, including but not limited to such things as future business strategy, plans and goals, competitive strengths and expansion and growth of our business. The words "estimate", "plan", "anticipate", "expect", "intend", "believe" "target", "budget", "may", "can", "will", "would", "could", "should", "seeks", or "scheduled to" and similar words or expressions, or negatives of these terms or other variations of these terms or comparable language or any discussion of strategy or intention identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements address activities, events or developments that the Company expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future and are based on current expectations and assumptions. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to (i) risks related to changes in our operations at the Hycroft Mine including risks associated with the cessation of mining operations at the Hycroft Mine; uncertainties concerning estimates of mineral resources; risks related to a lack of a completed feasibility study; and risks related to our ability to re-establish commercially feasible mining operations; (ii) industry related risks including fluctuations in the price of gold and silver; the commercial success of, and risks related to, our development activities; uncertainties and risks related to our reliance on contractors and consultants; availability and cost of equipment, supplies, energy, or reagents. These risks may include the following and the occurrence of one or more of the events or circumstances alone or in combination with other events or circumstances, may have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, cash flows, financial condition and results of operations. Please see our "Risk Factors" set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and other reports filed with the SEC for more information about these and other risks. You are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward-looking statements. Although we have attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Although these forward-looking statements were based on assumptions that the Company believes are reasonable when made, you are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and that actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. In addition, even if our results, performance, or achievements are consistent with the forward-looking statements contained in this news release, those results, performance or achievements may not be indicative of results, performance or achievements in subsequent periods. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements made in this news release speak only as of the date of those statements, and we undertake no obligation to update those statements or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of those statements to reflect future events or developments. Further we can provide no assurance regarding the results or findings of the drilling.

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SOURCE Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation

FAQ

What recent announcement did Hycroft Mining (HYMC) make regarding its debt?

Hycroft Mining announced a reduction of approximately $12.2 million in debt, executed at a 42% discount to its face value.

How much cash does Hycroft Mining currently hold?

Hycroft Mining has over $140 million in cash.

What are Hycroft's future plans regarding exploration?

Hycroft Mining is progressing a robust exploration program, with additional assay results expected before year-end.

What was the financial impact of Hycroft's recent debt transactions?

The company purchased $12.2 million of debt for $6.7 million in cash and 500,000 shares, significantly reducing its financial obligations.