In the first quarter, both S&P
Global Ratings and Moody's Investors Service
upgraded Barrick's credit
rating, citing significant improvements in free cash flow generation and liquidity, supported by the company's low - cost portfolio and favourable geopolitical risk profile.
The plan establishes a set of six fundamental principles for the region, which include: transportation and other infrastructure
upgrades; new commercial and residential growth; land use and transportation decisions based on policies like the
Global Warming Solutions Act and the Clean Energy and Climate Plan; creation and preservation of workforce housing that matches new job
rates; creation and maintenance of an effective public transit system; and coordinated planning and implementation efforts.