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The Gold Industry LeaderBMO Capital Markets 2011 Global Metals and Mining Conference

Hollywood, Florida – February 28, 2011

The Gold Industry LeaderBMO Capital Markets 2011 Global Metals and Mining Conference

Hollywood, Florida – February 28, 2011

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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT ON FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATIONCertain information contained in this presentation, including any information as to our strategy, projects, plans or future financial or operating performance and other statements that express management's expectations or estimates of future performance, constitute "forward-looking statements”. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. The words “believe”, "expect", "will", “anticipate”, “contemplate”, “target”, “plan”, “continue”, “budget”, “may”, “intend”, “estimate” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. The Company cautions the reader that such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual financial results, performance or achievements of Barrick to be materially different from the Company's estimated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by those forward-looking statements and the forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to: the impact of global liquidity and credit availability on the timing of cash flows and the values of assets and liabilities based on projected future cash flows; changes in the worldwide price of gold, copper or certain other commodities (such as silver, fuel and electricity); fluctuations in currency markets; changes in U.S. dollar interest rates; risks arising from holding derivative instruments; ability to successfully complete announced transactions and integrate acquired assets; legislative, political or economic developments in the jurisdictions in which the Company carries on business; operating or technical difficulties in connection with mining or development activities; employee relations; availability and costs associated with mining inputs and labor; the speculative nature of exploration and development, including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses and permits and diminishing quantities or grades of reserves; changes in costs and estimates associated with our projects; adverse changes in our credit rating, level of indebtedness and liquidity, contests over title to properties, particularly title to undeveloped properties; the risks involved in the exploration, development and mining business. Certain of these factors are discussed in greater detail in the Company’s most recent Form 40-F/Annual Information Form on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities.

The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

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AustraliaPacific

SouthAmerica

Africa

NorthAmerica

Global FootprintGlobal Footprint

ProjectMine

2011E Production

2010 P&P Reserves

Africa 7%

SouthAmerica

24%

AustraliaPacific25%

North America44%

North America41%

SouthAmerica

39%

AustraliaPacific11%

Africa 9%

2

Key Priorities and ProgressKey Priorities and Progress

Strong gold price validates decision to eliminate hedge book

Meet production and cost targets– met guidance for 8th year in a row– delivered higher gold production at lower cash costs– 7.8 Moz gold at total cash costs of $457/oz(1)

Deliver strong financial results– record net income of $3.3B ($3.32/share)– adjusted operating cash flow of $4.8B(1)

– ROE of 19%(1)

– dividend increased by 20%(2)

(1) See final slide #1 (2) see final slide #4

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Key Priorities and ProgressKey Priorities and Progress

Progress low cost, advanced projects– completed Cortez Hills on time and budget; expanded

Cortez operation exceeded 2010 guidance– construction of Pueblo Viejo and Pascua-Lama

continues

Grow reserves and resources through disciplined corporate development and exploration – reserves of ~140 Moz(1) replaced or grown for 5th

straight year– increased M&I resources by 24%– increased inferred resources by 18%

(1) See final slide #3

4

Key Priorities and ProgressKey Priorities and Progress

Focus on internal value creation– identified significant organic growth opportunities

such as Turquoise Ridge open pit potential – 9 Moz production target within 5 years(1)

Maintain financial strength and flexibility– $4.0B in cash, gold industry’s only ‘A’ credit rating

Ensure license to operate– relisted on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index– added to NASDAQ Global Sustainability Index– joined Voluntary Principles on Security & Human

Rights

(1) See final slide #5

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2010 Results2010 Results

(1) See final slide #1

NetCash Costs(1)

$US/oz

5%360

341

3002009 2010

464457

H1 09 H1 10

TotalCash Costs(1)

$US/oz

464 457

300

2%

2009 2010

7.40

7.77

H1 09 H1 10

GoldProductionMoz

7.40

7.77

5

5%

2009 2010

6

2010 Record Financial Results2010 Record Financial Results

(1) See final slide #1

Realized Gold Price(1)

$US/oz

985

1228

2009 2010

985

1,228

2009 2010

25%

521

771

2009 2010

Gold Margin(1)

Total Cash Cost Basis$US/oz

521

771

2009 2010

48%625

886

2009 2010

Gold Margin(1)

Net Cash Cost Basis$US/oz

625

887

2009 2010

42%

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2010 Record Financial Results2010 Record Financial Results

(1) See final slide #1

Net IncomeUS$M

3,274

2009 2010

Hedge BookElimination

-4,274

2899

4783

Q2 09 Q2 10

Adjusted OperatingCash Flow(1)

US$M

2,899

4,783

2009 2010

65%

Adjusted Net Income(1)

US$M

81%1,810

3,279

2009 2010

8

Margin ExpansionMargin Expansion

345

443 464 457

276

429521

771

2007 2008 2009 2010

621

872

985

1,228

Avg. Realized Price(1)

TotalCash

Costs(1) 228

337 360 341

393

535625

887

2007 2008 2009 2010

621

872

985

1,228

Avg. Realized Price(1)

NetCash

Costs(1)

(1) See final slide #1

Current Spot Price~$1,400~$1,400

Total Cash Margins(1)

US$/ozNet Cash Margins(1)

US$/oz

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Barrick EPS & CFPS vs GoldReturns (US$)

Leverage to GoldLeverage to Gold

Barrick’s adjusted earnings and cash flow(1)

growth has significantly outpaced the rise in gold prices over the past 6 years

(1) See final slide #1. All EPS figures are adjusted except Dec 04 is GAAP basis and all CFPS are on a GAAP basis except Dec ‘09 and Dec ‘10 are adjusted. Gold price as at Dec. 31, 2010

( = adjusted)

Dec-04 Dec-05 Dec-06 Dec-07 Dec-08 Dec-09 Dec-100%

100%

200%

300%

400%

500%

600%

10

Return on Shareholders’ EquityReturn on Shareholders’ Equity

Capturing the benefit of margin expansion and strong operating performance

7

1112

19

(1) See final slide #1

2007 2008 2009 2010(1)

Return on Shareholders’ Equity(1)

Percent

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Strong Financial PositionStrong Financial Position

Gold Industry’s Highest RatedBalance Sheet

Cash Balance(1)

Strong 2010 AdjustedOperating Cash Flow(2)

Low Net Debt(2)

A-RatedA-Rated

$4.0B$4.0B

$4.8B$4.8B

(1) As of Dec. 31, 2010 (2) See final slide #1

$2.5B$2.5B

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Barrick’s StrategyBarrick’s Strategy

Focused on adding value…Increase gold and copper reserves through exploration and selective acquisitions Invest in high return development projectsMaximize value of existing minesLeverage technical skills and regional infrastructure to commercialize new depositsEnhance CSR practices to maintain license to operate

…to increase NAV, production, reserves and earnings all on a per share basis

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Global Exploration ProgramGlobal Exploration Program

14

Gold Reserves and Resources(1)Gold Reserves and Resources(1)

Replaced gold industry’s largest reserves for fifth consecutive year

Grew M&I resources by 24%

Grew inferred resources by 18%

ounces millions

(1) At Dec. 31, 2010. See final slide #3

88.6

17.612.4

05

123.1

35.0

24.9

06

124.6

50.6

31.9

07

138.5

65.0

34.8

08

139.8

61.8

31.6

09

139.8P&P

76.3M&I

37.2Inferred

10

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THROUGH ACQUISITION AND EXPLORATION Proven and Probable – millions of ounces

History of Reserve GrowthHistory of Reserve Growth

(1) See final slide #3

1990 2010

20

109TOTALMINED

110TOTAL

ACQUIRED

140TOTAL

EXPLORA-TION

~140

21Moz

Divestitures

(1)

16

2011 Exploration Program(1)2011 Exploration Program(1)

AustraliaPacific

North America

South America

AfricanBarrick

(1) See final slide #7

20112010

$210M

43%

18%

15%

24%

$320-340M

2011 exploration budget increased to $320-$340 M reflecting 2010 success

50%

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Development ProjectsDevelopment Projects

17

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Cortez   NEVADACortez   NEVADA

18

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Cortez Hills ‐ Exceeds ExpectationsCortez Hills ‐ Exceeds Expectations

Cortez Hills built on schedule and budget

Expanded Cortez operation exceeded 2010 guidance producing 1.14 Moz at total cash costs of $312/oz(1)

2011 guidance – 1.30-1.45 Moz at total cash costs of $235-$265/oz

Record of Decision expected imminently

Exploration Drilling Underground

19(1) See final slide #1

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Cortez    VALUE ADDEDCortez    VALUE ADDED

20066.3 M oz of reserves(1)

60% interestPipeline: declining, higher cost mine

201114.5 M oz of reserves(1)

100% interest

2011E guidance of 1.3-1.45 Moz at $235-$265/oz

FUTURE VALUE CREATION OPPORTUNITIES

Cortez Hills Middle and Lower Zone extensionsSignificant exploration opportunities on underexplored 1,080 square mile property

(1) See final slide #3. 2006 and 2010 reserves reflect Barrick’s 60% and 100% interest, respectively.

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Pueblo Viejo   DOMINICAN REP.Pueblo Viejo   DOMINICAN REP.

21

22

Pueblo Viejo Project UpdatePueblo Viejo Project Update

Commissioning expected in Q4 2011 and initial production in Q1 2012– construction ~50% complete

Pre-production capital expected to be ~$3.3-$3.5B (100% basis)(1)

– ~75% of capital committed

625-675 Koz to Barrick at total cash costs of $275-$300/oz(2)

Autoclave Plant Construction

22(1) See final slide #2 (2) IFRS basis; see final slide #2

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Pueblo Viejo  VALUE ADDEDPueblo Viejo  VALUE ADDED

200613.4 M oz of reserves(1)

Modest economicsTechnical challenges, low recoveries– Au: 92%– Ag: 5%– Cu: 0%

201123.7 M oz of reserves(1)

Robust economicsImproved flowsheet, increased recoveries– Au: 92%– Ag: 87%– Cu: 79%

FUTURE VALUE CREATION OPPORTUNITIESReserve/resource upsideExplore longer-term lower price power optionsCircuit to recover zinc (ore contains ~3 B lbs of Zn(1))

(1) 100% basis, see final slide #3. Barrick has a 60% interest in Pueblo Viejo.

24

Pascua‐Lama   CHILE‐ARGENTINAPascua‐Lama   CHILE‐ARGENTINA

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Earthworks and Foundations Underway in Argentina

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Pascua‐Lama Project UpdatePascua‐Lama Project Update

Initial production expected in H1 2013Detailed engineering and procurement over 90% completePre-production capital expected to be~$3.3-$3.6B(1)

– ~40% of capital committed

750-800 Koz at total cash costs of $20-$50/oz(2)

(1) See final slide #2 (2) IFRS basis; see final slide #2 25

Process Plant Constructionin Argentina

Tunnel progressfrom Chile

Barriales camp in Chile

26

Pascua‐Lama   VALUE ADDEDPascua‐Lama   VALUE ADDED

19942.3 M oz of reserves(1)

Early stage exploration project

201117.8 M oz of reserves(1)

6.3 M oz of resources(2)

Major permits in handBi-national tax agreementProject with robust economics in construction

FUTURE VALUE CREATION OPPORTUNITIESResource upsideRegional synergies (Veladero/Cerro Casale)

(1) See final slide #3 (2) Measured & indicated; see final slide #3

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Cerro Casale Project UpdateCerro Casale Project Update

Capital cost review underway; update by end of Q2

Barrick’s 75% share of production in 1st full 5 years:– 750-825 K oz gold and 170-190 M lbs copper at

total cash costs of $240-$260/oz(1,2)

A $0.25/lb change in copper price results in ~$50/oz impact on total cash costs

27(1) See final slide #2 (2) See final slide #1

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Cerro Casale VALUE ADDEDCerro Casale VALUE ADDED

200851% interest; cumbersome JV agreementModest economics– Au recoveries: 75%– Ag recoveries: 49%– Cu recoveries: 86%

201123.2 M oz of reserves(1)

75% interest; right-sized between two senior partners for potential developmentRobust economics– Au recoveries: 78%– Ag recoveries: 82%– Cu recoveries: 91%

FUTURE VALUE CREATION OPPORTUNITIESDeposit open at depthPotential for satellite ore bodies

(1) 100% basis. See final slide #3

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Donlin Creek   ALASKADonlin Creek   ALASKA

29

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Donlin Creek   HIGHLIGHTSDonlin Creek   HIGHLIGHTS

One of the largest undeveloped gold deposits in the world

2010 M&I resources: 38.7 M oz (100% basis)(1)

Potential to be a +1 M oz/year producer (100% basis) at attractive operating costs

Long life – currently +25 years

Feasibility study on natural gas pipeline option expected in Q3 2011

(1) See final slide #3

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Donlin Creek   VALUE ADDEDDonlin Creek   VALUE ADDED

200614.8 M oz of resources(1)

Early stage property

201138.7 M oz of resources(1)

Feasibility completed– evaluating opportunities

to enhance project economics

FUTURE VALUE CREATION OPPORTUNITIES

Natural gas pipeline to replace HFO Substantial resource upside

(1) Measured and indicated on a 100% basis; Barrick has a 50% interest in Donlin Creek. See final slide #3.

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Next Generation   HIGHLIGHTSNext Generation   HIGHLIGHTS

Reko Diq (37.5%) PAKISTAN

– feasibility study and ESIA completed

– mining license application submitted

Kabanga (50%) TANZANIA

– one of the world’s largest undeveloped nickel sulfide deposits

– feasibility and SEIA expected to be completed in H1 2011

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Internal Growth OpportunitiesInternal Growth Opportunities

Turquoise Ridge JV in Nevada 33

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Turquoise Ridge  CREATING VALUETurquoise Ridge  CREATING VALUE

(1) 100% basis; Barrick has a 75% interest in Turquoise Ridge (2) See final slide #3(3) See final slide #6

New shovel

200 ft

High grade underground operationCurrent production of 150-200 K oz/yr(1); 2010 reserveof 5.6 M oz, M&I resources of 11.2 Moz and inferred resources of 6.9 Moz (100% basis)(2)

Significant exploration potential

Open pit evaluationSubstantial mineralization surrounding existing depositPotential to exploit through large scale open pit mine, which could in the long term, complement underground operationsAnnual mining rate could conceptually increase to up to ~800 K oz/yr(3)

Expect to complete scoping study in H1 2011 followed by a prefeasibility in 2012

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Turquoise Ridge Open PitTurquoise Ridge Open Pit

5.6 M oz UG reserve orebody

conceptual open pit orebody35

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El Indio Belt  SUPERGIANT POTENTIALEl Indio Belt  SUPERGIANT POTENTIAL

El Indio Belt is the last remaining segment of Cu-Au-Mo porphyry belts not exhaustively explored in Chile-Argentina

Barrick has a dominant land position in this highly prospective area

World class assets to the north and south

2011 exploration program focused on prioritizing targets

Eocene-Oligocene

Miocene

Collahuasi

Abra

Chuquicamata

Zaldivar

PelambresPachon

Los BroncesAndina

Teniente200 km

Escondida

Salvador

ArgentinaEl Morro

ChileCerro Casale

VeladeroPascua-Lama

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Corporate Social Responsibility Corporate Social Responsibility 

CSR is a Barrick-wide business strategyCommitted to strengthening our CSR performance to reduce risk – Joined the Voluntary Principles on Security

and Human Rights– Establishment of an external CSR Advisory

Board – New independent Director will be

appointed to the Board of Directors with CSR experience

Included on DJ Sustainability Index-WorldNamed to NASDAQ OMX CRD Global Sustainability Index

37

38

OutlookOutlook

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Outlook ‐ Bullish on GoldOutlook ‐ Bullish on Gold

Diversifying Role– up 440% over past 10 yrs (S&P – up 5%)(1)

Price supportive macroeconomic environment:– quantitative easing– fiscal policies & sovereign debt concerns– trade & current account imbalances

Excessive global FX reserves

Central banks become net buyers

Scarcity value

(1) As of February 23, 2011 39

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Production OutlookProduction Outlook

2011E Production 7.6-8.0 Moz

2011E Total Cash Costs: $450-$480/oz(1)

2011E Net Cash Costs: $340-$380/oz(1)

9 Moz production target within five years(2)

(1) IFRS basis; net cash costs based on expected realized copper price of $3.75/lb (2) See final slide #5 40

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ConclusionConclusionInvestment Case for Gold

Strong fundamentalsInvestment Case for Barrick

Capturing benefits of rising gold and copper prices – record 2010 net income and cash flow– return on equity of ~19%(1)

– dividend increased 20%(2)

High quality diversified asset base– expanding margins– large resource base– surfacing hidden value at existing operations

Consistent execution– met guidance for 8th year in a row

Strong financial positionCompelling valuation

(1) See final slide #1 (2) See final slide #4

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FootnotesFootnotes1. Net cash costs per ounce, net cash margin per ounce, total cash costs per ounce, total cash margin per ounce, total cash costs per

pound, adjusted net income, adjusted cash flow, net debt, return on equity and average realized price are non-GAAP financial measures with no standardized meaning under US GAAP. See pages 56-62 of Barrick’s Year-End 2010 Report.

2. All references to total cash costs and production are based on expected first full 5 year average, except where noted. Expected total cash costs for Pueblo Viejo, and Pascua-Lama are based on $85/bbl oil. Pueblo Viejo and Pascua-Lama total cash cost estimates are calculated assuming a gold price of $1,100/oz and Pascua-Lama total cash cost estimates are calculated applying silver credits assuming a by-product silver price of $16/oz and a Chilean peso f/x rate of 500:1. All ‘budget’ references refer to ‘pre-production’ capital budgets on a 100% basis and exclude capitalized interest. Pascua-Lama pre-production capital assumes Chilean peso f/x rate of 500:1; Argentine peso f/x rate of 3.7:1. Cerro Casale pre-production capital is based on June 2009 prices and assumes Chilean peso f/x rate of 500:1.

3. Mineral reserves (“reserves”) and mineral resources (“resources”) have been calculated as at December 31, 2010 in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 as required by Canadian securities regulatory authorities. For United States reporting purposes, Industry Guide 7, (under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934), as interpreted by Staff of the SEC, applies different standards in order to classify mineralization as a reserve. Accordingly, for U.S. reporting purposes, Cerro Casale is classified as mineralized material. For a breakdown of reserves and resources by category and additional information relating to reserves and resources, see pages 140-145 of Barrick’s Year-End 2010 Report.

4. The declaration and payment of dividends remains at the discretion of the Board of Directors and will depend on Company’s financial results, cash requirements, future prospects and other factors deemed relevant by the Board. 20% increase in 2010 calculated based on converting previous semi-annual dividend of $0.20 per share to a quarterly equivalent.

5. The target of 9 M oz of annual production within 5 years reflects a current assessment of the expected production and timeline to complete and commission Barrick’s projects currently in construction (Pueblo Viejo and Pascua-Lama) and the Company’s current assessment of existing mine site opportunities, some of which are sensitive to metal price and various capital and input cost assumptions. See note 2 above for additional detail regarding certain underlying assumptions.

6. The current U/G cutoff grade is 0.25 opt; open pit cutoff would be 0.04 opt. Assumes a gold price of $975/oz. Feasibility, permitting and construction are estimated to take ~8 years. Key permits and approvals needed include: Environmental Impact Statement, Plan of Operations Approval, Clean Water Act Section 404 Permitting, Mercury Control Permits, Water Pollution Control Permit.

7. Barrick’s exploration programs are designed and conducted under the supervision of Robert Krcmarov, Senior Vice President, Global Exploration of Barrick. For information on the geology, exploration activities generally, and drilling and analysis procedures on Barrick’smaterial properties, see Barrick’s most recent Annual Information Form/Form 40-F on file with Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.


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