Barrick Begins Trading Under Symbol ‘B’ on NYSE to Reflect Gold-Copper Growth Strategy
Barrick Gold Corporation, dual-listed in the U.S. and Canada, has officially begun trading under the single-letter ticker symbol ‘B’ on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), marking a significant milestone in the company’s evolution.
To commemorate the occasion, Barrick President and CEO Mark Bristow rang the NYSE opening bell on Friday.
“Barrick’s vision is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper exploration, development, and mining company,” said Bristow.
“Alongside our world-class portfolio of six Tier 1 gold mines, we are building a significant copper business that will drive organic growth in the years ahead.”
Bristow emphasized that the new ticker symbol ‘B’ aligns more closely with the company’s strategic direction, as Barrick expands its copper footprint while maintaining its core focus on gold.
“Our new stock symbol reflects both the strength and resilience of our portfolio,” he explained.
“Gold offers stability as a precious metal, while copper provides growth potential as a strategic metal—especially in light of rising global demand for electrification and infrastructure.”
Key projects underpinning Barrick’s long-term gold and copper growth include the Pueblo Viejo expansion in the Dominican Republic, the Fourmile project in Nevada, and the copper-gold Reko Diq project in Pakistan.
“Gold remains at the heart of our business, and we continue to invest in discovering and developing new gold mines,” Bristow added.
Barrick’s shares will continue to trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol ‘ABX’. The new CUSIP number for its NYSE-listed common shares is 06849F108.
