Barrick Taps Goldman Sachs to Lead IPO for North American Mines

Barrick Mining Corp. has tapped Goldman Sachs Group Inc. to lead an initial public offering of its North American assets, according to people familiar with the matter, as the company moves forward with plans to spin out its premier gold mines.

Michael Klein, a veteran dealmaker who founded advisory firm M. Klein & Co., is also advising on the transaction, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information.