Key Highlights

• Shareholders representing 101,287,882 common shares, about 62% of the vote, approved the merger on July 2, 2026.

• The total outstanding common stock stood at 163,392,909 shares with a par value of $0.001 per share.

• An advisory compensation proposal tied to the merger also received shareholder approval.

Gold Resource Corp. (NYSE American: GORO) announced that its shareholders ratified a merger agreement on July 2, 2026. The special meeting resolved to combine the company with Goldgroup Mining Inc. Creating a new corporate structure for the gold mining business.

Merger Approval

The Arrangement Agreement, dated January 25, 2026, outlines the merger of Goldgroup Merger Sub Inc. Into Gold Resource Corp. Under the plan, Gold Resource will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Goldgroup. Shareholders voted in favor of the transaction, clearing the final hurdle for the deal.

Compensation Vote

In a separate advisory ballot, shareholders endorsed a compensation framework for Gold Resource’s named executives. The proposal, linked to the merger, received sufficient support to be deemed approved. The advisory nature of the vote means compensation will be set by the board in accordance with the merger terms.

Shareholder Participation

The record date for voting was set as May 26, 2026. At the special meeting, holders of 101,287,882 common shares were present, either in person or by proxy. This represented approximately 62% of the shares entitled to vote, exceeding typical quorum thresholds.

Meeting Logistics

The special meeting was called to address the merger and related matters, eliminating the need for any adjournment proposal. The absence of an adjournment request reflected the sufficient proxy count to approve the Arrangement Agreement. The company’s proxy statement, filed on May 29, 2026, detailed the proposals and voting instructions.

Next Steps

Following shareholder approval, the merger will proceed under the terms set out in the Arrangement Agreement. Goldgroup Mining Inc. Will assume ownership of the combined entity, positioning the new organization to pursue expanded gold exploration and production. The approved compensation plan will guide executive remuneration during the transition.

Regulatory Context

Gold Resource Corp. Filed the necessary documentation with the appropriate regulatory authorities to formalize the outcomes of the special meeting.

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