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Ontario Gold Explorer Expands Mirado Zones with High-Grade Hits Source: Streetwise Reports (07/24/2026) Kirkland Lake Discoveries advances its Mirado Gold Project in Ontario with new high-grade intercepts and regional targets, positioning investors for growth in the Abitibi belt amid supportive gold markets. read more > Brazil Graphite Explorer Delivers High-Grade Hits in All 20 Holes

Precious metals investors are watching Pirate Gold Corp. (YARR.TSX.V) after its latest jam-packed news release. Key Takeaways Pirate Gold reported visual drill results from 13 holes at the Scurvy Fault, 1.5 kilometers (km) south of its Moby Dick copper-gold discovery in Newfoundland. The holes tested ~200 meters (m) of strike along the fault,

Newfoundland Gold Explorer Reports Orogenic Signs at Scurvy Fault Source: Streetwise Reports (07/23/2026) Pirate Gold Corp advances its Treasure Island project in Newfoundland with new visual results from the Scurvy Fault showing orogenic gold potential just 1.5 km from the Moby Dick copper-gold discovery. read more > Argentina Silver Project Extends High-Grade Zones Ahead of

Durango Silver Project Delivers High-Grade Oxide Hits at La Parrilla Source: Streetwise Reports (07/24/2026) Silver Storm Mining advances its La Parrilla restart in Durango with strong oxide drill results that could extend resources near surface. Discover the latest catalysts for this Mexico silver opportunity. read more > Chile Silver-Copper Explorer Grafton Resources Launches Caldera Project

Every investment portfolio carries risk. Managing that risk is in the investor’s interest, and one way to do it is through diversification, which spreads risk across assets that don’t all move in the same direction at the same time. Done well, a diversified portfolio can reduce the impact of any single market downturn on your

<p>Many <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/07/02/central-bank-gold-buying-ramped-up-again-in-may-005035&quot;>central banks are stacking gold</a>. However, there is a notable seller &ndash; Russia.</p> <p>This underscores the fact that governments hold gold for a reason.</p> <p>According to the latest data compiled by the World Gold Council, Russia has sold around 44 tonnes of gold since the beginning of the year. The Russians are tapping

<p>Several large Chinese banks have announced plans to halt retail paper gold trading. Could this be a coordinated push by China to exert more influence and break the Western grip on gold pricing?</p> <p>Last month, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) announced it would stop offering individual trading in precious metals linked to

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode of the Money Metals Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey argues that investors should look beyond daily headlines and recognize the long-term patterns reshaping financial markets. Drawing parallels between hockey goalies who rely on pattern recognition rather than reflexes, Maharrey contends that history provides valuable clues about where markets are headed&mdash;even

<p>Earlier this week, I wrote that <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/07/18/gold-silver-ratio-widening-again-indicating-bullish-setup-for-silver-005080&quot;>the gold-silver ratio</a> has recently widened to around 70-1, a bullish signal for silver.</p> <p>But is this metric still relevant today?&nbsp;</p> <p>Many analysts say it isn&rsquo;t, claiming that the ratio is a relic of a bygone era when gold and silver were both integral to the global financial

<p>Gold has a strong reputation as a hedge against inflation, market uncertainty, and financial instability. Many people consider it a "safe" asset. Ironically, however, it is the asset most at risk of damage, theft, or loss. That brings a unique responsibility for investors of gold: storing it safely.</p> <p>When considering how to store gold, investors

<p>Earlier this week, I wrote that <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/07/18/gold-silver-ratio-widening-again-indicating-bullish-setup-for-silver-005080&quot;>the gold-silver ratio</a> has recently widened to around 70-1, a bullish signal for silver.</p> <p>But is this metric still relevant today?&nbsp;</p> <p>Many analysts say it isn&rsquo;t, claiming that the ratio is a relic of a bygone era when gold and silver were both integral to the global financial

<p>Many <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/07/02/central-bank-gold-buying-ramped-up-again-in-may-005035&quot;>central banks are stacking gold</a>. However, there is a notable seller &ndash; Russia.</p> <p>This underscores the fact that governments hold gold for a reason.</p> <p>According to the latest data compiled by the World Gold Council, Russia has sold around 44 tonnes of gold since the beginning of the year. The Russians are tapping

<p>Several large Chinese banks have announced plans to halt retail paper gold trading. Could this be a coordinated push by China to exert more influence and break the Western grip on gold pricing?</p> <p>Last month, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) announced it would stop offering individual trading in precious metals linked to

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode of the Money Metals Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey argues that investors should look beyond daily headlines and recognize the long-term patterns reshaping financial markets. Drawing parallels between hockey goalies who rely on pattern recognition rather than reflexes, Maharrey contends that history provides valuable clues about where markets are headed&mdash;even

On Friday 24 July, millions of Chinese retail investors lose access to leveraged gold and silver trading through their banks. The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, the largest bank on earth by assets, gave notice on 24 June that it would terminate margin and deferred-settlement precious metals contracts linked to the Shanghai Gold Exchange,

Investors are often focused on big-name metals: gold, silver, copper, etc., and miss the larger metals market. USA Rare Earth Inc. (USAR:NASDAQ) has announced successful separation of less common critical minerals at its Stillwater, Oklahoma, plant. Key Takeaways USA Rare Earth produced commercial-grade Dy (dysprosium) and NdPr (neodymium-praseodymium) oxide from recycled magnet scrap at its

Investors following copper and gold are taking note of Pacific Ridge Exploration Ltd. (PEX:TSX.V) after the company announced its latest drill program will begin by the end of the month. Key Takeaways Pacific Ridge Exploration outlined 2026 drill plans for its 100%-owned Kliyul copper-gold project in the Quesnel terrane and RDP copper-gold project in

Gold prices have remained elevated, creating a favorable backdrop for developers with near-term production potential. ESGold Corp. (ESAU:CSE; ESAUF:OTCQB; Z7D:FSE) is advancing its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec at a time when physical bullion continues to attract investor interest. The company stands out because it combines a fully permitted tailings reprocessing operation with district-scale exploration

In a time of international conflict, metals investors are looking to tungsten producers as potentially critical stocks. See how Vault Strategic Mining Corp. (KNOX:TSX; KNXFF:OTC; M85O:FWB) fits into the picture after its newest press release. Key Takeaways Vault Strategic submitted 42 rock and soil samples for assay from its War Bond tungsten project in

On July 20, 2026, the TSX Venture Exchange announced the acceptance of a filing in connection with an arrangement agreement and plan of merger between Goldgroup Mining Inc. and Gold Resource Corp. The release stated: “Pursuant to the plan of arrangement, shareholders of the GRC received 0.3619 of a common share of Goldgroup for each

Retail investors tracking copper and gold opportunities are closely watching Pacific Ridge Exploration Ltd. (PEX:TSX.V) as the company prepares to launch its next phase of exploration across two highly prospective British Columbia assets. The primary keyword Pacific Ridge Exploration and close variations such as Pacific Ridge and the company’s BC copper-gold projects appear throughout this

In a time of international conflict, metals investors are looking to tungsten producers as potentially critical stocks. See how Vault Strategic Mining Corp. (KNOX:TSX; KNXFF:OTC; M85O:FWB) fits into the picture after its newest press release. Critical Minerals Opportunity Emerges for Retail Investors Tungsten has gained attention from investors due to its essential role in defense

American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG:CSE; TUNGF:OTCQB; RK9:FSE) is one company working to fill the domestic supply gap of tungsten amid wartime strife.  Key Takeaways American Tungsten launched a metallurgical testing program at its past-producing Ima mine in Idaho, led by Bomenco Minerals Engineering and SGS Laboratories. The program aims to develop viable tungsten recovery processes

American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG:TSXV; TUNGF:OTCQB; RK9:FSE) is one company working to fill the domestic supply gap of tungsten amid wartime strife.  The company is focused on restarting operations at its Ima mine in Idaho at a time when U.S. policy is prioritizing secure domestic sources of critical minerals. U.S. Tungsten Market Opportunity Expands Rapidly Tungsten

The gold sector is drawing renewed attention from retail investors as bullion prices hold above the US$4,100-per-ounce level amid central bank buying and geopolitical uncertainty. NexGold Mining Corp. (NEXG:TSX.V; NXGCF:OTCQX; TRC1:FSE) is positioning its flagship asset to benefit from this environment through steady project de-risking at the 100%-owned Goldboro Gold Project in Nova Scotia. Goldboro

The Cree First Nation of Waswanipi, the Cree Nation Government and Grand Council of the Crees, and Windfall Mining Group Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Gold Fields Ltd. (GFI:NYSE; GFI:JSE), have signed an Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) for the high-grade Windfall Mining Project in Quebec, according to a June 2 release. Known as the

Investors tracking the critical minerals sector are increasingly focused on companies building complete domestic supply chains outside Asia. USA Rare Earth Inc. (USAR:NASDAQ) has achieved a notable technical milestone by producing commercial-grade dysprosium and neodymium-praseodymium oxide from recycled magnet scrap. Why Rare Earth Supply Chains Matter Now Demand for magnet rare earth elements has doubled

ESGold Corp. (ESAU:CSE; ESAUF:OTCQB; Z7D:FSE) provided a corporate update on equipment procurement, inspection and delivery progress at its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Québec, reporting that its technical team has completed an inspection program in China for the remaining equipment purchased from Chinese manufacturers. According to the company, its engineers confirmed that the equipment met industry

NexGold Mining Corp. (NEXG:TSX.V; NXGCF:OTCQX; TRC1:FSE) provided a monthly update on development activities completed during June 2026 at its 100%-owned, fully permitted Goldboro Gold Project in Nova Scotia. According to the company, work continued across multiple project development initiatives, including an updated Mineral Resource Estimate intended to support an updated Feasibility Study, mine planning, procurement,

Low risk investments prioritise capital preservation over high returns. Rather than chasing maximum growth, investors who favour lower-risk assets are primarily focused on protecting what they have — keeping pace with inflation, generating modest income, and avoiding the kind of losses that come with more volatile assets like equities or cryptocurrency. It’s a category that

<p>Many analysts believe we are in the early stages of a secular bear market in bonds.</p> <p>In this episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey talks about the possible ramifications of this bond bear market, arguing that it could not only fundamentally alter the investment landscape, but it could also hamstring the Fed's

<p>Many analysts believe we are in the early stages of a secular bear market in bonds.</p> <p>In this episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey talks about the possible ramifications of this bond bear market, arguing that it could not only fundamentally alter the investment landscape, but it could also hamstring the Fed's

Investors looking into gold companies are watching the latest exploration program by Orestone Mining Corp. (ORS:TSXV; ORESF; OTC; O2R2:FSE). Key Takeaways Orestone is advancing exploration at the Tom East and Kelly gold zones at its Francisca gold-silver project in Salta Province, Argentina. Tom East trenching returned 4.45 g/t gold over 21 meters; a

Gold continues to offer investors a defensive asset amid shifting economic signals and geopolitical tensions. According to pricing published by JM Bullion on July 16, the spot price stood near US$4,044 per ounce. This environment creates an opportunity for producers to actively increase output. West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (WRLG:TSX.V; WRLGF:OTCQX; UJO:FSE) stands out

Gold prices have shown resilience amid shifting economic signals, with spot gold recently trading above US$4,000 per ounce. This environment creates opportunities for junior explorers active in established gold districts. Harvest Gold Corp.’s (HVG:TSX.V; HVGDF:OTCMKTS) is advancing its position in Quebec’s Abitibi Region with a new drill program at the Mosseau Project. Why Harvest Gold

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (WRLG:TSX.V; WRLGF:OTCQX; UJO:FSE) reported an operational update for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, highlighting increased mining activity and gold production as the Madsen Mine in Ontario continued its production ramp up. During the second quarter, mined tonnage increased 46% to 75,524 tonnes from 51,616 tonnes in the

Eminent Gold Corporation (EMNT:TSXV; EMGDF:OTCQB; 7AB:FSE) announced that drilling has commenced at its Hot Springs Range Project in Humboldt County, Nevada, following mobilization of the drill contractor on July 17. The 10,000-meter reverse circulation drill program follows the company’s initial four diamond core holes, which encountered oxide gold mineralization associated with faulting in all completed

Gold prices remain elevated above US$4,000 per ounce, creating a favorable backdrop for exploration companies targeting high-potential districts in Nevada. Westward Gold Inc. (WG:CSE; WGLIF:OTC; IM50:FSE) on July 20 provided additional details on its Phase I drilling campaign at the El Segundo target within its Toiyabe Hills Property in Lander County, Nevada, outlining plans for approximately

StrikePoint Gold Inc. (SKP:TSX.V; STKXF:OTCQB) reported the third and final set of assay results from its Spring 2026 drilling campaign at the Hercules Gold Project in Nevada’s Walker Lane trend, according to a July 21 release. The latest results continued to expand the SW Cliffs area, where drilling has intersected broad zones of continuous gold

Harvest Gold Corp.’s (HVG:TSX.V; HVGDF:OTCMKTS) stock rose 11% the same day it announced is beginning its fully financed 2026 exploration campaign with an approximately 4,000-meter diamond drilling program at its flagship Mosseau Project in the Abitibi Region of Quebec, according to a July 15 release. The planned campaign will include roughly 20 diamond drill holes

Gold prices have climbed sharply in recent sessions, reflecting ongoing investor interest in the metal amid shifting monetary conditions and global uncertainty. This environment creates a timely backdrop for junior explorers advancing early-stage assets in established gold districts. Eminent Gold Corporation (EMNT:TSXV; EMGDF:OTCQB; 7AB:FSE) recently announced that drilling has commenced at its Hot Springs Range

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Retail investors tracking gold opportunities are focusing on the latest exploration program by Orestone Mining Corp. (ORS:TSXV; ORESF; OTC; O2R2:FSE). The company is advancing targets at its Francisca gold-silver project in Salta Province, Argentina, where recent surface work has outlined multiple mineralized zones along a significant trend. Gold Market Opportunity Sets Stage for Junior Explorers

Seabridge Gold Inc. (SEA:TSX; SA:NYSE.MKT) has arranged a new financing tool that gives it flexible access to substantial capital while it advances one of the world’s largest undeveloped gold-copper assets. Global debt levels continue climbing, and many central banks are trimming U.S. Treasury holdings, keeping long-term demand for gold strong even as short-term prices trade

Gold prices have shown notable strength amid shifting rate expectations and ongoing global uncertainty, creating a favorable backdrop for exploration companies active in top-tier jurisdictions. As of 6:22 a.m. EDT on July 21, the live gold spot price was US$4,081.79 per ounce, up US$66.49, or 1.66%. This environment rewards companies that methodically expand their land

Toogood Gold Corp. (TGC:TSXV; TGGCF:OTCQB) announced that it has staked 44 additional Bureau of Land Management lode claims at its Table Mountain Gold-Silver Project in Lincoln County, Nevada, increasing the project to 228 claims covering approximately 1,906 hectares. According to the company, the newly staked claims cover approximately 368 hectares and secure open ground along

Seabridge Gold Inc. (SEA:TSX; SA:NYSE.MKT) announced that it has entered into an unsecured, short-term loan agreement with a strategic investor that provides the company access to as much as US$100 million in financing, according to a July 20 release. “We are pleased to secure financing to support the significant investments we are making in our

<p>When the price of gold peaked at $5,500 in January, it was technically overbought. Now the dynamics have flipped, with gold &ldquo;massively&rdquo; oversold.</p> <p>&ldquo;Oversold&rdquo; is a technical term meaning that an asset has declined so rapidly or so far that momentum indicators indicate selling pressure may be exhausted, and a rebound is likely in the

<p>You can add Tanzania to the list of countries expanding their gold reserves.</p> <p>According to a statement by Bank of Tanzania Governor Emmanuel Tutuba, the country has increased its gold holdings by 28 tonnes over the last 18 months. The newly acquired gold is valued at about $3.68 billion at the current price.</p> <p>Tanzania currently

<p>When the price of gold peaked at $5,500 in January, it was technically overbought. Now the dynamics have flipped, with gold &ldquo;massively&rdquo; oversold.</p> <p>&ldquo;Oversold&rdquo; is a technical term meaning that an asset has declined so rapidly or so far that momentum indicators indicate selling pressure may be exhausted, and a rebound is likely in the