Zijin Gold International, being spun off from Zijin Mining (HKG:2899), is expected to raise at least $3 billion, or HK$23.4 billion, in a Hong Kong initial public offering, The Standard reported Wednesday, citing IFR.
The planned fundraising is about 50% higher than the company's earlier $2 billion target, according to the report.
Proceeds will be used to repay a loan for the acquisition of Kazakhstan's Raygorodok gold mine, as well as to upgrade and build projects aimed at boosting production capacity and exploration, the report added.
Morgan Stanley and CITIC Securities (HKG:6030, SHA:600030) are reportedly the joint sponsors of the listing.
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