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NovaGold to Buy Billionaire Paulson’s Stake in Alaska Gold Mine

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NovaGold Resources Inc. has agreed to acquire billionaire John Paulson's 40% stake in the Donlin Gold project in Alaska, giving the company full ownership of the mine. The deal consolidates control over one of the world's largest undeveloped gold deposits. This move is significant as it simplifies ownership and could accelerate development of the project.

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NovaGold gains full control over a major undeveloped gold resource.

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The Donlin Gold project is located in Alaska.

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NovaGold Resources Inc. agreed to acquire John Paulson's 40% stake in the Donlin Gold project.

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  • NovaGold gains full control over a major undeveloped gold resource.
  • John Paulson exits, possibly providing NovaGold with more strategic flexibility.

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NovaGold Resources Inc. agreed to acquire investor John Paulson’s 40% stake in the Donlin Gold project in Alaska, giving the company full ownership of a large undeveloped bullion mine.

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NovaGold Resources Inc. agreed to acquire John Paulson's 40% stake in the Donlin Gold project.

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The acquisition gives NovaGold full ownership of the Donlin Gold project.

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The Donlin Gold project is located in Alaska.

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The Donlin Gold project is a giant undeveloped bullion mine.

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John Paulson is a billionaire investor.

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