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MondaySep 15, 2025 9:45 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Increases Santa Fe Holdings with Regulatory Approval, Impressive Phase One Drill Results

Lahontan Gold Corp finalizes exploration plan for Santa Fe Operations, a significant milestone that qualifies the company for the National Environmental Policy Act (“NEPA”) assessment, a crucial step in ensuring environmentally responsible mining practices. LGC's first phase 2025 drilling sets the tone for operational expansion with gold intercepts at York and a stacked zone of oxide gold mineralization at Slab Zone. These updates highlight the company’s broader mission: To explore and exploit its mineral reserve in Nevada, maximizing the production potential of the Santa Fe Mine while optimizing shareholder investments. This mission is underpinned by our commitment to sustainable and…

MondaySep 15, 2025 9:45 am

West Vault Mining Inc. (TSX.V: WVM) (OTCQX: WVMDF) Is ‘One to Watch’

West Vault owns 100% of the fully permitted Hasbrouck Gold Project in Nevada, offering immediate construction readiness in a world-class jurisdiction. The project demonstrates compelling “base case” economics, including a 51% after-tax IRR and US$206 million NPV at $1,790 gold, based on a 2023 Pre-feasibility Study. Proven and Probable Mineral Reserve of 753,000 oz in 44.02 million tons at a grade of 0.017 oz Au/ton. Large land package with multiple exploration targets. With an efficient corporate structure and a burn rate of approximately US$1 million per year, the company can maintain low-cost optionality. Management and insiders hold significant equity, aligning…

MondaySep 15, 2025 9:00 am

As US Pressure Mounts, the EU Considers a Faster Exit to Russian Oil

A couple of days ago, we reported that the EU was standing ground on its plans to quit importing Russian energy products at the start of 2028. However, as U.S. pressure mounts to de-finance Russia’s war machine, the EU is considering expediting its timelines in order to avoid indirectly funding Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine. On Wednesday, Ursula von der Leyen, the EU Commission chief, revealed that the bloc was looking into how to expedite the cessation of energy imports from Russia. According to available data, the EU is forecast to procure approximately 13% of the natural gas it needs…

FridaySep 12, 2025 3:30 pm

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF): Building Value Through Nevada’s Walker Lane

Four-property portfolio in Nevada’s Walker Lane anchored by the Santa Fe Mine project with over 2 million ounces of gold equivalent resources Past production at Santa Fe included 359,202 ounces of gold and 702,067 ounces of silver from open pit, heap-leach operations between 1988 and 1995 Development strategy leverages existing infrastructure and favorable jurisdiction to advance toward target production in 2027 A New Era for U.S. Gold Development Gold’s role as a financial haven has grown as global markets navigate persistent inflation, geopolitical instability, and central bank accumulation. Prices remain elevated, but the supply side tells a different story: U.S.…

FridaySep 12, 2025 3:00 pm

New Pacific Metals Corp. (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG) Looks Forward to Bolivia Presidential Runoff, Hoping for Increased Foreign Investment Support

Bolivia heads into an October presidential runoff, signaling a possible shift toward more pro-business policies, with the end of MAS’s political dominance hopefully reducing barriers to foreign investment, including in the mining sector. Bolivia has the world’s largest lithium reserves and is the fourth-largest silver producer, yet much of the country’s mineral-rich territory remains unexplored due to languid government support. New Pacific Metals owns two of the world’s largest undeveloped silver projects: Silver Sand and Carangas. Rising global silver demand, particularly from the solar industry, adds urgency to new project development. Running a mining company in Bolivia has long meant…

FridaySep 12, 2025 1:00 pm

ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Uses Cutting-Edge Tech to Unlock Historic Goldmines in Quebec and Colombia

Advanced processing technology allows the company to re-process mine waste into scalable gold and silver production. Latest PEA update for Quebec’s Montauban project indicates clear path to production. The company has entered a binding memorandum to form a joint venture in Colombia for the development and reprocessing of gold and silver-bearing tailings. ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) recently released its updated PEA (Preliminary Economic Assessment) for the company’s Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec, verifying the projects positive economics and path to production (https://ibn.fm/o6nCU). The updated PEA confirms Montauban's transformation into a production asset, including: low capex, high-margin tailings reprocessing, and…

WednesdaySep 10, 2025 9:00 am

With Gold Selling at an All-Time High, Should You Still Buy It?

On Monday, the price of gold crossed the $3,600 mark for the first time ever, and the precious metal has so far appreciated by 38% this year alone. As an investor, you may be wondering whether you missed the train when the price of gold was lower and it is now too late to get in on the act. We discuss some factors that suggest it could still make sense to buy some gold despite the currently high price. For starters, leading analysts predict a continuation of gold’s current bull run. For example, a research note published last week by…

TuesdaySep 09, 2025 9:45 am

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Powers North American Rare Earth Independence with Decade-Long Greenland Supply Deal

The LOI sets the stage for a potential decade of supply from Critical Metals’ Tanbreez project in southern Greenland. The Louisiana facility is being designed as a first-of-its-kind rare earth separation plant capable of processing both light and heavy rare earths at commercial scale. The timing of this agreement is particularly significant given the surging demand for rare earths globally. A decade-long supply agreement linking Greenland’s vast rare earth deposits with Louisiana’s growing role as a U.S. processing hub is poised to shift the balance of critical mineral independence in North America. Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) has signed a…

MondaySep 08, 2025 9:00 am

Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) Seizes Opportunities amid Rising Global Platinum Jewelry Demand

The global demand for platinum jewelry is experiencing a notable resurgence, with China leading the charge. Forecasts indicate that total platinum supply in 2025 will be the lowest in five years. Platinum Group Metals is strategically advancing its Waterberg Project, a bulk underground platinum, palladium, rhodium and gold deposit located in South Africa. In 2025, platinum is experiencing a renaissance in the global jewelry market, driven by a surge in consumer interest, particularly in China (https://ibn.fm/GWs1J). This uptick in demand is not only revitalizing the jewelry sector but is also influencing the broader platinum market, affecting supply dynamics and pricing. Platinum Group…

MondaySep 08, 2025 9:00 am

Why Platinum Could Soon Close In on Gold and Silver

Many years ago, platinum was fondly referred to as “the rich people’s gold” as platinum was then trading at a premium when compared to gold. Given that platinum is currently having its own bull run, many investors are wondering whether the old times are coming back and the rare metal could regain its status of trading at a premium relative to the yellow metal. We explore some factors that point to a continued rally in the platinum market for the foreseeable future. For almost a decade, the price of platinum traded at about $1,000 for each ounce. However, the price…

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