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Exhibit 99.1

NEWS RELEASE

Royal Gold Reports Strong Second Quarter Financial Results Including Record Operating Cash Flow, Repurchase of Shares and Further Repayment of Debt

DENVER, COLORADO. AUGUST 5, 2026: ROYAL GOLD, INC. (NASDAQ: RGLD) (together with its subsidiaries, “Royal Gold,” the “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) released financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 ("second quarter").

“Financial results for the second quarter were strong and we made meaningful progress on executing our priorities,” commented Bill Heissenbuttel, President and CEO of Royal Gold. “We continued our disciplined approach to capital allocation. We repaid debt, repurchased and cancelled shares, and invested capital toward our Warintza and Hod Maden portfolio interests. We also continued progress on simplifying the Sandstorm portfolio with the restructuring of the Hod Maden joint venture interest and the settlement of the fixed delivery obligations at the Relief Canyon mine. After a solid first half of the year driven by our large and diversified portfolio, our outlook for the second half remains positive, and we will maintain our discipline and long term focus as we consider alternatives to accretively deploy capital in an active environment for new business development opportunities."

Second Quarter Highlights

Financial/Operating

•Revenue of $450.5 million (compared to $209.6 million in the prior year period)

•Revenue split by commodity: 76% gold, 12% silver, 8% copper

•Record operating cash flow of $335.2 million (compared to $152.8 million in the prior year period)

•Net income of $236.4 million ($2.78 per share), and adjusted net income1 of $218.2 million ($2.56 per share) (compared to $132.3 million and $118.8 million, respectively, in the prior year period)

•Sales volume of 100,000 GEOs2 (compared to 63,900 in the prior year period)

•Adjusted EBITDA margin1 of 83% (compared to 84% in the prior year period)

Corporate

•Repaid $200 million on the revolving credit facility

•Increased total available liquidity to approximately $1.2 billion

•Paid quarterly dividend of $0.475 per share, a 6% increase over the prior year period

•Repurchased 147,205 shares at an average price of $203.80 per share, for total consideration of $30 million

•Sold 5,000 ounces of gold received from the settlement of remaining fixed delivery obligations with Americas Gold and Silver Corporation ("Americas") related to the Relief Canyon mine

1 Adjusted net income, adjusted net income per share and adjusted EBITDA margin are non-GAAP financial measures. See Schedule A of this press release for additional information, including reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures.

2 See Schedule A of this press release for additional information about gold equivalent ounces, or GEOs.

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•Advanced a further $50 million under the stream agreement to Solaris Resources Inc. ("Solaris") following technical approval of the environmental impact assessment ("EIA") and publication of a pre-feasibility study ("PFS") for the Warintza Project

•Restructured ownership of the Hod Maden Project interests and funded $70 million in project costs

•Added a new $600 million uncommitted accordion facility to the $1.4 billion revolving credit facility

Post Quarter Events

•Repaid $75 million on the revolving credit facility on July 15, 2026, reducing the amount currently drawn to $325 million and increasing the amount available and undrawn to $1.075 billion

•Closed the Hod Maden ownership restructuring and received a new 2.5% net smelter return ("NSR") royalty on the Hod Maden Project

Revenue Summary

Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,

Revenue (millions)20262025% Change20262025% Change

Gold$343.9 $164.3 109.3 %$677.8 $310.0 118.6 %

Silver55.6 24.1 131.0 %128.6 47.7 169.8 %

Copper37.9 14.8 156.4 %84.5 31.6 167.7 %

Other Metals13.2 6.5 103.7 %28.8 13.8 108.5 %

Total revenue$450.5 $209.6 114.9 %$919.7 $403.1 128.2 %

GEOs2 100,00063,90056.5 %196,000131,50049.0 %

Revenue split stream / royalty69% / 31%64% / 36%68% / 32%63% / 37%

Outlook for 2026

Royal Gold provided guidance for 2026 metal sales volumes, depreciation, depletion and amortization ("DD&A") expense and effective tax rate in March, 2026. We are currently forecasting that performance against these metrics will be within the ranges provided with the exceptions of sales of copper and other metals, which are trending to be around or above the top end of the respective guidance ranges.

2026 Guidance RangesActual Performance Through June 30, 2026

Total Sales

Gold(oz)290,000–320,000143,968

Silver(M oz)3.0–3.51.6

Copper(M lb)21.0–25.014.2

Other Metals(M)$34–$38$29

DD&A(M)$339–379 $187

Effective Tax Rate17–22%19.9%*

* Year to date effective tax rate excluding discrete tax items.

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Corporate Activity

Buyback and Cancellation of Shares

During the second quarter, and in accordance with the

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18, 2026 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition On February 18, 2026, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated February 18, 2026

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: February 18, 2026By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 13, 2026 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On January 13, 2026, Royal Gold, Inc. issued a press release with certain information regarding stream sales for the quarter ended December 31, 2025 and updates regarding its balance sheet and rationalization of non-core assets. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated January 13, 2026

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: January 13, 2026By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 5, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition On November 5, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated November 5, 2025

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: November 5, 2025By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 14, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition On October 14, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. issued a press release with certain information regarding stream sales for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated October 14, 2025

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: October 14, 2025By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

xSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition On August 6, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated August 6, 2025

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No Offer or Solicitation Communications in this report do not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to subscribe for or buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval with respect to the proposed transactions between Royal Gold and Sandstorm Gold Ltd. (“Sandstorm”), Royal Gold and Horizon Copper Corp. (“Horizon”), or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. Important Additional Information and Where to Find It: In connection with the proposed transactions, Royal Gold, Sandstorm and Horizon intend to file materials with the SEC and on SEDAR+, as applicable. Royal Gold plans to file proxy materials with the SEC in connection with the solicitation of proxies for Royal Gold’s special meeting of shareholders (the “Royal Gold Special Meeting”). Prior to the Royal Gold Special Meeting, Royal Gold will file a definitive proxy statement (the “Royal Gold Proxy Statement”), together with a proxy card. Sandstorm intends to file a management information circular (the “Sandstorm Circular”) on SEDAR+ in connection with the solicitation of proxies to obtain Sandstorm shareholder approval of the Sandstorm transaction. Horizon intends to file a management information circular (the “Horizon Circular”) on SEDAR+ in connection with the solicitation of proxies to obtain Horizon securityholder approval of the Horizon transaction. This report is not a substitute for the Royal Gold Proxy Statement, the Sandstorm Circular, the Horizon Circular, or for any other document that Royal Gold, Sandstorm or Horizon may file with the SEC or on SEDAR+ and/or send to their respective securityholders in connection with the proposed transactions. INVESTORS AND SECURITYHOLDERS OF ROYAL GOLD, SANDSTORM AND HORIZON ARE URGED TO CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY READ THE ROYAL GOLD PROXY STATEMENT, THE SANDSTORM CIRCULAR, AND THE HORIZON CIRCULAR, RESPECTIVELY, AS EACH MAY BE AMENDED OR SUPPLEMENTED FROM TIME TO TIME, AND OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED BY ROYAL GOLD, SANDSTORM, AND/OR HORIZON WITH THE SEC OR ON SEDAR+ WHEN

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 8, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition On July 8, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. issued a press release with certain information regarding stream sales for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated July 8, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: July 8, 2025By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On May 7, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated May 7, 2025

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: May 7, 2025By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 8, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On April 8, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. issued a press release with certain information regarding stream sales for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated April 8, 2025

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: April 8, 2025By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On February 12, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. Copies of the press release and an earnings presentation are furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, respectively, to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibits, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated February 12, 2025

99.2Earnings Presentation dated February 13, 2025

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: February 13, 2025By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 14, 2025 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On January 14, 2025, Royal Gold, Inc. issued a press release with certain information regarding stream sales for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated January 14, 2025

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: January 14, 2025 By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 6, 2024 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On November 6, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Copies of the press release and an earnings presentation are furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, respectively, to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibits, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated November 6, 2024

99.2Earnings Presentation dated November 7, 2024

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: November 7, 2024By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 8, 2024 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On October 8, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. issued a press release with certain information regarding stream sales for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated October 8, 2024

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: October 8, 2024By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2024 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On August 7, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. Copies of the press release and an earnings presentation are furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, respectively, to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibits, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated August 7, 2024

99.2Earnings Presentation dated August 8, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: August 8, 2024By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 9, 2024 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On July 9, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release with certain information regarding the Company’s stream sales for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.Description 99.1Press Release dated July 9, 2024

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: July 9, 2024By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2024 Royal Gold, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-1335784-0835164 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO 80202 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (303) 573-1660 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class: Trading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered: Common Stock, $0.01 par value RGLDNasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 2.02    Results of Operations and Financial Condition On May 8, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. reported its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. Copies of the press release and an earnings presentation are furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, respectively, to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibits, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing.

Item 9.01    Financial Statements and Exhibits (d)    Exhibits

Exhibit No. Description 99.1Press Release dated May 8, 2024

99.2Earnings Presentation dated May 9, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL)

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Royal Gold, Inc.

Date: May 9, 2024By:/s/ David R. Crandall Name:David R. Crandall Title:Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549 ​

FORM 8-K

​

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ​ Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 9, 2024 ​

ROYAL GOLD, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ​ ​

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Delaware ​ 001-13357 ​ 84-0835164

(State or other jurisdiction ​ (Commission ​ (IRS Employer

of incorporation) ​ File Number) ​ Identification No.)

​ ​ ​ ​

1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO ​ 80202

(Address of principal executive offices) ​ (Zip Code)

​ Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 303-573-1660 ​ ​ Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below): ​ ☐    Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ​ ☐    Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ​ ☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ​ ☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) ​ Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class:

Trading Symbol

Name of each exchange on which registered:

Common Stock $0.01 Par Value ​

RGLD

​ Nasdaq Global Select Market

​ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ ​ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ ​ ​ ​

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition. ​ On April 9, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release with certain information regarding the Company’s stream sales for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. ​ The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing. ​ Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits. ​ (d) Exhibits ​

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Exhibit No.

Description

99.1 ​ Press Release dated April 9, 2024

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SIGNATURES

​ Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. ​ ​ Feb

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Date:  April 9, 2024 By: /s/ David R. Crandall

​ ​ Name: David R. Crandall

​ ​ Title: Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549 ​

FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ​ Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 14, 2024 ​

ROYAL GOLD, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ​ ​

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Delaware ​ 001-13357 ​ 84-0835164

(State or other jurisdiction ​ (Commission ​ (IRS Employer

of incorporation) ​ File Number) ​ Identification No.)

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1144 15th Street, Suite 2500, Denver, CO ​ 80202-2686

(Address of principal executive offices) ​ (Zip Code)

​ Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 303-573-1660 ​ (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.) ​ Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below): ​ ☐    Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ​ ☐    Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ​ ☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ​ ☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) ​ Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class:

Trading Symbol

Name of each exchange on which registered:

Common Stock $0.01 Par Value ​

RGLD

​ Nasdaq Global Select Market

​ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ ​ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ ​ ​ ​

Item 2.02Results of Operations and Financial Condition ​ On February 14, 2024, Royal Gold, Inc. (the “Company”) reported its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023. Copies of the press release and an earnings presentation are furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2, respectively, to this Current Report on Form 8-K. ​ The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including the exhibits, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing. ​ Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure ​ On February 14, 2024, the Company issued a press release relating to an agreement with Centerra Gold Inc. relating to Mount Milligan. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.3 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. ​ The information furnished under this Item 7.01, including the exhibit, will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and will not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by reference to such filing. ​ Item 9.01Financial Statements and Exhibits ​ (d) Exhibits ​

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Exhibit No.

Description

99.1 ​ Press Release dated February 14, 2024

99.2 ​ Earnings Presentation dated February 15, 2024

99.3 ​ Press Release dated February 14, 2024, relating to the agreement with Centerra Gold

104 ​ Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL).

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SIGNATURES

​ Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. ​ ​ Feb

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Dated:  February 15, 2024 By: /s/ David R. Crandall

​ ​ Name: David R. Crandall

​ ​ Title: Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer

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