Hudbay Minerals to Acquire Arizona Sonoran Copper in All-Stock Deal Valued at C$9.35 Per Share

Key Facts

1Hudbay Minerals has agreed to acquire all outstanding common shares of Arizona Sonoran Copper Company.

2The transaction involves an exchange of 0.242 Hudbay shares for each ASCU share, implying a value of C$9.35 per share.

3The offer represents a 30% premium to ASCU's closing share price on February 27, 2026.

Hudbay Minerals Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding common shares of Arizona Sonoran Copper Company (ASCU). Under the terms of the transaction, ASCU shareholders will receive 0.242 Hudbay shares for each share held, implying a value of C$9.35 per share. This offer represents a significant 30% premium over the closing price of Arizona Sonoran shares as of February 27, 2026. The acquisition is designed to consolidate ownership of the Cactus project and establish the third-largest copper district in North America. By leveraging Hudbay’s operational expertise, the deal aims to accelerate the development of key assets and strengthen the company's copper production pipeline. This strategic consolidation is expected to drive long-term growth and enhance shareholder value within the base metals sector.