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MondayMay 04, 2026 10:00 am

Inflation Concerns Keep Gold Trading in a Tight Range

Gold bulls were hesitant to enter large positions as market fundamentals offered mixed signals on Friday during the Asian trading session. Of particular concern was data revealing sticky inflation and the risk to economic growth resulting from elevated oil prices on global markets. The precious metal was trading in the $4,640–$4,650 range as traders felt reluctant to make strong moves in either direction due to the uncertain bigger picture. On the one hand, Trump’s decision to sustain the Iranian port blockade in a bid to pressure Tehran into agreeing to address Washington’s concerns about its nuclear program removed any suggestion…

FridayMay 01, 2026 9:45 am

Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) Refines Atikokan Rare Earth Targets as North America Seeks More Secure REE Supply

Disseminated on behalf of Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) and may include paid advertising. The company has identified priority exploration zones at its Atikokan Rare Earth Property in northwestern Ontario following integrated geochemical and geophysical analysis. Soil, rock, and sediment sampling returned consistent rare earth element (“REE”) anomalies, supporting a structurally controlled mineralization model rather than isolated surface occurrences. The next exploration phase is expected to include additional field studies and potentially initial drilling campaigns to test whether anomalies translate into continuous mineralized zones. Rising global demand for REEs in electric vehicles, wind turbines, defense systems, and advanced electronics is…

FridayMay 01, 2026 9:00 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Strengthens Growth Outlook with Scalable Satellite Deposit Strategy

Disseminated on behalf of Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF)and may include paid advertising. The mining industry is increasingly focused on bolt-on deposits, near-mine expansion, and district-scale consolidation as reserve depletion accelerates West Santa Fe is only about 13 km from Lahontan’s flagship Santa Fe Mine project, positioning it as a potential high-value satellite deposit Recent drill operations confirm strong mineralization and a large surface footprint measuring about 500 x 350m, supporting long-term project scalability As global reserve depletion continues to pressure the mining industry, companies are shifting their strategy away from expensive, standalone discoveries and toward scalable satellite deposits…

ThursdayApr 30, 2026 10:30 am

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) Secures Terms for Financing and Offtake of Gold Doré with Trafigura Canada Limited

Disseminated on behalf of LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) and may include paid advertising. Junior Canadian near-term gold developer LaFleur Minerals is preparing to restart operations at its Beacon Gold Mill in the prolific Abitibi Greenstone Belt, starting with a bulk sample from the company’s nearby Swanson Gold Project in Quebec LaFleur is strengthening its readiness to begin production by entering into a term sheet with Trafigura Canada Limited that will provide agreements for a prepayment financing facility and gold doré purchase The Beacon Gold Mill will restart gold production operations in the next quarter, processing 750 metric tons per…

ThursdayApr 30, 2026 9:45 am

Arctic Begins Federal Permitting: Trilogy Metals Inc.’s (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) Joint Venture Advances One of America’s Highest-Grade Undeveloped Copper Projects

Disseminated on behalf of Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) and may include paid advertising. Arctic ranks among the highest-grade undeveloped open-pittable copper deposits in the world, with an estimated average grade of approximately 5% copper equivalent, supported by meaningful precious-metals byproduct credits. Ambler Metals, the 50/50 joint venture between Trilogy Metals and South32, has submitted a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit application and plans to pursue FAST-41 coverage to streamline federal review. An independent economic impact study projects up to 870 statewide jobs, approximately $31.3 million in annual Alaska state taxes and fees, and major cost-of-living reductions for…

WednesdayApr 29, 2026 10:00 am

Gold Trading Remains Depressed Amid Iran Talks Uncertainty

The uncertainty surrounding talks between the U.S. and Iran has dampened the gold market and caused prices to retreat to the low range within which the precious metal traded last week. The U.S. dollar has also regained some strength, and this has exerted additional pressure on bullion. Talks had been scheduled between the United States and Iran over the weekend but at the last minute, President Trump cancelled the trip that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were about to make to Pakistan to participate in the talks. This development has created uncertainty regarding the direction of the conflict in the…

WednesdayApr 29, 2026 9:45 am

Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) Advances Murdock Mountain Drill Program as Fertilizer Supply Pressures Build

Disseminated on behalf of Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF)and may include paid advertising. The company has begun its 2026 exploration program at the Murdock Mountain Phosphate Project in northeastern Nevada after completing required wildlife and sage-grouse surveys. The company is preparing additional drill pads to expand understanding of the phosphate zone’s strike extent, thickness, continuity and grade characteristics. Murdock Mountain is a shallow-dipping, road-accessible sedimentary phosphate target zone that could support direct-application organic fertilizer production without chemical processing. Tightening global fertilizer supply, including LPG disruptions linked to instability in the Persian Gulf, may increase interest in phosphate projects…

WednesdayApr 29, 2026 9:00 am

ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Eyes Growing Gold Market with Prices Projected to Hit $6,000/oz in 2026

Disseminated on behalf of ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF)and may include paid advertising. ESGold Corp., a development-stage company committed to the acquisition, exploration, and development of high-quality mineral properties worldwide, remains bullish about the 2026 gold prices After an ongoing series of ups-and-downs, by mid-April the price of gold had worked its way past $4,840 per troy ounce to new all-time highs Some analysts have now projected that the price could hit $6,000/oz later in the year, mainly driven by geopolitical issues and continuing economic uncertainty ESGold expects to capitalize on this growth, accelerating development of its flagship Montauban project…

MondayApr 27, 2026 10:00 am

Why Silver Imports into China Reached Record Levels in March 2026

According to data from the Customs Authority in China, imports of silver into the country jumped 173% when compared to the average imports of the metal over the past decade. This makes last month’s silver imports the highest ever recorded in the history of the country. We analyze the factors behind this rush for the metal and what it means for investors. Broadly speaking, this buying spree was driven by two distinct groups of buyers, and those two are totally unrelated. The first group was made up of investors. In China, it is traditional for investors to hold physical metals…

FridayApr 24, 2026 11:45 am

Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) Atikokan Project Assay and Findings Identify Rare Earth Exploration Targets

Disseminated on behalf of Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) and may include paid advertising. Integrated geochemical and geophysical data point to structurally controlled mineralization at Atikokan rare earth property. Dashwa Gneiss Complex emerges as the primary focus for follow-up work. Soil, rock, and sediment sampling indicate consistent rare earth element (“REE”) anomalies. Results support a coherent exploration model rather than isolated occurrences. The project aligns with rising strategic demand for domestic REE supply in North America. Powermax Minerals (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF), a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on rare earth projects across North America, has refined its exploration strategy at…

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