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WednesdayMar 04, 2026 9:00 am

Middle East Conflict Stokes Gold Demand, Prices Soar

As early trading got underway on Wednesday, gold prices climbed for their fifth day in a row as the conflict in the Middle East stoked demand for this safe-haven asset. Energy markets were also thrown out of whack as strikes against Iran upended trade routes, especially the Strait of Hormuz. Gold climbed to $5,380 per ounce, reflecting a 1.1% gain to build on the 3% rally that the precious metal had recorded over the preceding five days of trading. President Trump vowed that U.S. action in Iran would continue for as long as was necessary, and Israel revealed it was…

TuesdayMar 03, 2026 11:15 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Announces Final Results from the 2025 Maiden Drilling Program at the West Santa Fe Project, Plans for Spring Drilling Campaign

Disseminated on behalf of  Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) and may include paid advertising. Lahontan Gold Corp. recently revealed the analytical results from the company’s maiden drilling program at the West Santa Fe project According to the results, the drilling campaign was successful and confirmed the high-grade gold and silver core of the South Zone at West Santa Fe The company, specifically the geologic team, is planning a follow-up drilling campaign in the spring, with the key targets being the possible extension of the main mineralized zone, as well as untested down-dip extensions of gold and silver mineralization Lahontan…

MondayMar 02, 2026 9:00 am

Gold Market Stays Calm as Traders Watch PPI Data, US-Iran Talks

The price of gold is ending the week relatively stable as traders study how the talks between the U.S. and Iran progress in Iran. While unlikely, any deal struck during those talks would ease the geopolitical tension and weigh on further gains by bullion. Also in focus is the anticipated PPI data release in the U.S. as it could have a bearing on markets. After rebounding from recent losses, gold has settled close to $5,200 and traders are observing whether the price consolidates in that range or makes further moves upwards. Tariff concerns and the dovish comments coming from Fed…

ThursdayFeb 26, 2026 10:30 am

Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) Targets Expanding Organic Food Market with Direct-Ship Rock Fertilizer

Disseminated on behalf of Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) and may include paid advertising. The company aims to supply 100% organic, direct-ship raw rock phosphate to North America’s fast growing organic food sector, tapping their exceptional Murdock Mountain phosphate site in northeastern Nevada. Importantly, management says there are currently no large-scale North American competitors focused exclusively on organic sedimentary phosphate. Recent assays show an average 10.93% P₂O₅ in the Upper Phosphatic Zone, with low contaminant levels, requiring minimal processing beyond crushing, grinding, and bagging. Expanded drilling is planned beginning in April to verify expected lateral consistency of…

ThursdayFeb 26, 2026 9:45 am

Numa Numa Resources Inc. and Why Panguna Remains One of Pacific’s Biggest Prizes

Disseminated on behalf of Numa Numa Resources Inc. and may include paid advertisements. As demand for critical minerals and resilient supply chains intensifies, investors and policymakers are paying closer attention to places that combine scale, scarcity and strategic location. A recent BPR commentary piece spotlighted Bougainville as a resource-rich territory with renewed strategic relevance. Numa Numa is focused on reconstructing the Panguna Mine alongside other Bougainville projects. As demand for critical minerals and resilient supply chains intensifies, investors and policymakers are paying closer attention to places that combine scale, scarcity and strategic location. Bougainville fits that description, and Numa Numa…

WednesdayFeb 25, 2026 9:00 am

Platinum Starts the Week Steady as Dollar Direction Has Traders’ Attention

The week has started with platinum prices exhibiting signs of steadiness as the metal is currently trading within a tight range. This is a marked departure from previous weeks when the metal would rally strongly and then pull back shortly after. Spot prices of the metal hovered around $2,150 as the dollar stabilized and traders assessed the macro picture in the U.S. after the Supreme Court ruled that Trump’s “liberation day” tariffs were illegal but Trump responded by issuing threats of 15% tariffs. The platinum market remained choppy, a sign that neither bulls nor bears had a firm hand on…

TuesdayFeb 24, 2026 9:45 am

Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) Expands Atikokan Rare Earth Project with Additional Claims in Northwestern Ontario

Disseminated on behalf of  Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) and may include paid advertising. The two additional claims extend high-priority exploration targets identified in a 2025 airborne geophysical survey. Integrated magnetic, radiometric and geochemical data suggest a phosphate-rich NYF-type REE mineral system. The acquisition cost was $3,000, subject to a back-in right if option conditions are not met by August 31, 2028. The Atikokan Project lies within the Wabigoon Subprovince of the Superior Province, a geologically prospective region. The move comes amid rising global demand for rare earth elements and Western efforts to diversify supply chains away from…

TuesdayFeb 24, 2026 9:00 am

Trilogy Metals Inc.’s (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) VMS Advantage: Why Geology Still Drives Modern Metal Supply

Disseminated on behalf of Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ)  and may include paid advertising. Trilogy Metals’ Arctic Project in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District hosts probable mineral reserves of 46.7 million tonnes grading 2.11% copper, 2.9% zinc, 0.56% lead, plus gold and silver, supporting a feasibility-stage development plan The Arctic Project is part of the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects spanning roughly 190,929 hectares, a district-scale land package prospective for additional polymetallic discoveries Alongside Arctic, the nearby Bornite Project contains an inferred copper resource of 6.527 billion pounds, providing a second major mineralized system within the same Upper Kobuk…

MondayFeb 23, 2026 9:45 am

MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) Natural Hydrogen Vision Gains Momentum with Major $5M Investment

Disseminated on behalf of MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) and may include paid advertising. The investment marks the first major investment by a Vietnam-based company into Saskatchewan’s emerging Natural Hydrogen sector. MAX Power Mining is among the first publicly traded companies in North America focused on commercial-scale Natural Hydrogen development. This funding round follows a series of other strategic moves by MAX Power aimed at positioning the company for success. MAX Power Mining (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) has announced a significant financial milestone this week, revealing the successful closing of a $5 million non-brokered private placement with a leading Vietnamese energy conglomerate.…

MondayFeb 23, 2026 9:00 am

AuAg Funds Forecasts Gold Reaching $6,000, Silver $133 This Year

While gold and silver prices are currently experiencing significant volatility after rallying to record highs, AuAg Funds, a Swedish portfolio manager, has predicted that gold is set to reach $6,000 while silver will rise to $133 per ounce in the course of this year. This bold prediction was contained in the portfolio fund’s outlook for 2026 published last week. Their forecast indicates that the ratio of gold to silver will again climb to 45, which is a multi-year low that was reached last month when gold reached its highest ever price when it briefly climbed to almost $5,600 before retreating…

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