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Back in January, I told my readers about a fascinating small company holding two North Carolina projects capable of turning it into something substantial, Metalsource Mining Inc. (MSM:CSE; SFRIF:OTC; E9Z:FSE). Its flagship asset, Silver Hill, holds the distinction of being the earliest silver mine ever operated in America, going all the way back to 1839.

North America faces a strategic gap in critical minerals, with magnesium designated as essential for aerospace, defense, automotive, and energy applications, yet largely imported from overseas. Element One Hydrogen & Critical Minerals Corp. (EONE:CSE) is positioning itself to address this shortfall through domestic production pathways. Element One stands out because it has combined access to

Lake Victoria Gold Ltd. (LVG:TSX.V; LVGLF:OTCQB; E1K:FSE) is moving its fully permitted Imwelo Gold Project forward at a time when gold continues to attract long-term investor interest despite short-term price fluctuations. Retail investors evaluating gold developers often look for companies that combine regulatory approvals, experienced teams, and disciplined execution. Lake Victoria Gold fits this profile

South Pacific Metals Corp. (SPMC:TSXV; SPMEF:OCTMKTS) announced results from drill hole ONED26-009 at its Ontenu gold-copper project in Papua New Guinea on July 6, 2026. The company believes these results are a significant step toward confirming that the property hosts high-grade epithermal gold-copper veins. ONED26-009 targeted the Megabe structure, which is a NW-trending mineralized corridor between

On July 7, 2026, Toogood Gold Corp. (TGC:TSVX; TGGCF:OTCQB) released an update on its continuing Phase 1 exploration of the Table Mountain gold-silver project in Lincoln County, Nebraska. This program is the first systematic, property-wide exploration of the Table Mountain project and is designed to define structural, geological, and geochemical framework for the property’s hydrothermal

Eloro Resources Ltd. (ELO:TSX; ELRRF:OTCQX; P2QM:FSE) is advancing one of Bolivia’s most significant polymetallic discoveries at a time when global demand for tin and silver is rising sharply due to artificial intelligence infrastructure needs. Bolivia’s recent policy shifts are creating a more favorable environment for foreign mining investment, removing long-standing barriers that previously limited project

Mineros S.A. (MSA:TSX, MNSAF:OTCQX) announced sales figures for the second quarter ended June 30 and updated production guidance for the year, according to a July 7 release. For the first half of 2026, Mineros sold a total of 122,634 gold equivalent ounces, the company said. As a result, Mineros raised the upper limit of its

Gold and silver are the two most widely held precious metals, and the question of which to buy, or how to split between them, is one most investors encounter at some point. Both metals have served as stores of value for thousands of years, both are used as inflation hedges, and both are held by

<p>Investors comparing the Krugerrand vs Canadian Gold Maple Leaf often focus on purity, premiums, and security features. However, choosing the right coin involves more than comparing specifications.</p> <p>These two gold coins are among the most famous bullion coins in the gold market. In fact, the Krugerrand is the original modern gold bullion coin. It carries

<p>The perception is that gold has tanked through the first half of the year.&nbsp;</p> <p>In fact, the yellow metal isn't down nearly as much as you probably think.</p> <p>The perception is that the new Federal Reserve chairman will keep monetary policy tight to fight inflation.&nbsp;</p> <p>In fact, the Debt Black Hole may have something else

<p>Investors comparing the Krugerrand vs Canadian Gold Maple Leaf often focus on purity, premiums, and security features. However, choosing the right coin involves more than comparing specifications.</p> <p>These two gold coins are among the most famous bullion coins in the gold market. In fact, the Krugerrand is the original modern gold bullion coin. It carries

<p>The perception is that gold has tanked through the first half of the year.&nbsp;</p> <p>In fact, the yellow metal isn't down nearly as much as you probably think.</p> <p>The perception is that the new Federal Reserve chairman will keep monetary policy tight to fight inflation.&nbsp;</p> <p>In fact, the Debt Black Hole may have something else

Allied Critical Metals Inc. (ACM:CSE; ACMIF:OTCQB; 0VJ0:FSE) has announced results from the first drill hole at the Venise Breccia of its Borralha tungsten project in Portugal, establishing a high-grade tungsten-molybdenum discovery that was not previously part of its Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA). The Venise Breccia is 400 meters northwest of the Santa Helena Breccia, which

The gold sector continues to offer compelling opportunities for retail investors seeking exposure to a metal with both tactical challenges and enduring structural demand drivers. Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (AEM:TSX; AEM:NYSE) stands out as a leading mid-tier producer with a diversified asset base across stable jurisdictions, positioning it to benefit from any sustained upward move in

On July 2, 2026, Hercules Metals Corp. (BADEF:OTCMKTS; BIG:TSXV) released the final results of seven induced polarization (IP) survey lines from its Hook target on the Hercules property in western Idaho. The company announced that the survey defined a large, continuous chargeability anomaly across all seven lines which closely resembles the IP signature at the

Allied Critical Metals Inc. (ACM:CSE; ACMIF:OTCQB; 0VJ0:FSE) is advancing its Borralha tungsten project in Portugal at a time when global demand for this critical metal continues to rise due to its essential role in defense and industrial applications. The tungsten sector faces supply constraints because China, Russia, and North Korea produce roughly 90% of the

Gold prices have shown resilience amid economic uncertainty, with futures recently trading above US$4,000 per ounce. Blue Jay Gold Corp. (JAY:TSX.V ) is positioning its flagship Steller gold project in southern Yukon to benefit from this environment through systematic use of advanced exploration technology. Blue Jay Gold Corp. (JAY:TSX.V) is a Canadian gold exploration company

The global push for copper in data centers, defense systems, power grids, and clean energy is creating sustained demand pressure that favors companies with large-scale porphyry discoveries in stable jurisdictions. Hercules Metals Corp. (BADEF:OTCMKTS; BIG:TSXV) has just delivered new evidence that its Hook target could represent another substantial copper porphyry system in western Idaho, positioning

On July 7, 2026, Element One Hydrogen & Critical Minerals Corp. (EONE:CSE)  announced the beginning of a technological partnership with Revora Materials, a New York-based critical minerals tech company. Element One considers this move to be a significant step toward establishing a vertically integrated North American magnesium supply chain. Revora focuses on commercializing advanced mineral

<p>Despite the steep correction and increased volatility, gold remains one of the best-performing assets over the last 12 months.</p> <p>It feels like gold has tanked this year, but the yellow metal was only down about 7 percent through the first six months of 2026. The sharp price rally to kick off the year exacerbated the

<p>Central bankers expect <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2025/03/11/de-dollarization-gold-and-a-shift-to-a-multipolar-world-003898&quot;>de-dollarization</a> to continue over the next several years, with gold and other currencies taking on a growing role in the global monetary system, according to a survey by the&nbsp;Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF).</p> <p>This comes on the heels of <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/news/2026/06/25/survey-central-bankers-plan-to-keep-stacking-gold-005007&quot;>a World Gold Council survey reflecting the same sentiment</a>.</p>

Lake Victoria Gold Ltd. (LVG:TSX.V; LVGLF:OTCQB; E1K:FSE) announced it had appointed an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) contractor for its fully permitted Imwelo Gold Project in Tanzania, according to a July 2 release. Lake Victoria’s wholly owned subsidiary, Tembo Gold Ltd., which holds the mining license ML 538/2015 for the project, made the appointment

The global copper market continues to draw attention from retail investors as demand drivers such as data centers, electric vehicles, and renewable energy infrastructure remain robust. Trading Economics reported on July 4 that copper futures approached US$6.20 per pound and were positioned for a weekly gain after weaker-than-expected June U.S. employment data reduced expectations for

When recently-appointed Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh took to the podium two Wednesdays ago to lecture the Wall Street media throng about Fed accountability, he was operating on the assumption that the bogeyman hiding behind the curtains of economic vibrancy was inflation. He had good reason, as the past two dozen reports had confirmed a CPI running

Commodity market tokenization pioneer Streamex Corp. (STEX:NASDAQ) announced that EisnerAmper LLP, a nationally recognized independent accounting firm, has completed the first independent examination of the gold reserves backing GLDY, Streamex’s gold-backed, yield-bearing tokenized security, according to a July 1 release. This examination, a significant milestone in enhancing investor confidence, assessed the gold reserves as of

Green Bridge Metals Corp. (GRBM:CSE; GBMCF:OTC; J48:FWB) announced on July 2 that it has received approval of its exploration plan from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for its Serpentine Copper-Nickel Project in St. Louis County, Minnesota. The company also selected Foraco International to conduct a minimum of 1,640 meters of diamond core drilling as part

Recent U.S. employment data has triggered a notable rally in gold and silver prices, creating a favorable backdrop for developers advancing permitted gold projects. Kitco News reported on July 2 that weaker-than-expected payroll figures reduced near-term rate-hike expectations and pressured the U.S. dollar, sending spot gold higher. Within this environment, Lake Victoria Gold Ltd. (LVG:TSX.V;

Tokenized gold is emerging as a faster-growing segment within digital assets, with blockchain-based gold products expanding 2.6 times quicker than physical gold and surpassing US$5 billion in market capitalization during the first quarter. Streamex Corp. (STEX:NASDAQ) stands out in this environment through its GLDY tokenized security, which combines allocated physical gold backing with a yield

Copper markets are responding to shifting U.S. trade policy and softer economic data that have tempered expectations for additional Federal Reserve rate hikes. Yahoo Finance reported on July 3 that attention had shifted away from shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and toward the pending U.S. review of the domestic refined copper market and

VR Resources Confirms Major Mineralization in Long Nevada Drill Hole Source: Streetwise Reports (07/08/2026) VR Resources completes deep drill hole at New Boston moly-tungsten-copper-silver project in Nevada amid rising critical metals demand. See catalysts, analyst targets, and ownership details for retail investors. read more > Element One Hydrogen Targets Domestic Magnesium Opportunity with Revora Tech

VR Resources Confirms Major Mineralization in Long Nevada Drill Hole Source: Streetwise Reports (07/08/2026) VR Resources completes deep drill hole at New Boston moly-tungsten-copper-silver project in Nevada amid rising critical metals demand. See catalysts, analyst targets, and ownership details for retail investors. read more > Element One Hydrogen Targets Domestic Magnesium Opportunity with Revora Tech

On June 30, 2026, Blue Jay Gold Corp. (JAY:TSX.V ) announced that LithologIQ, a Montreal-based mineral technology company, had mobilized its hyperspectral core scanning system to the company’s Steller gold project in southern Yukon. With this system, Blue Jay will be able to examine 40,000 meters of drill core this season to produce integrated mineralogical,

Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (AEM:TSX; AEM:NYSE) experienced a rock mass movement along the north wall of the Barnat open pit at the Canadian Malartic complex in Quebec, the company said in a release on July 2. Fortunately, there were no injuries, equipment damage, or environmental impact resulting from the incident on July 1. As a

Green Bridge Metals Corp. (GRBM:CSE; GBMCF:OTC; J48:FWB) is moving forward with exploration at its Serpentine Copper-Nickel Project in Minnesota. The company has received approval of its exploration plan from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for its Serpentine Copper-Nickel Project in St. Louis County, Minnesota. The copper market is drawing attention from investors due to its

Gelum Resources Ltd. (GMR:TSX; GMRCF:OTCQB) is a Canadian company focused on prospective gold projects in favorable jurisdictions in North and South America. The company’s flagship is the Las Tinajas gold project, covering 2,600 hectares in the north end of the Maricunga gold belt, Chile, a renowned gold-copper porphyry district. It’s a system that may have

If you’re holding gold and watching the price move, deciding when to sell can feel even more difficult than deciding when to buy. Sell now and the price might keep climbing without you. Wait, and a pullback could erase gains you had theoretically made. That uncertainty is often what keeps people holding indefinitely, waiting for

<p>It seems counterintuitive to ask &ldquo;how much is a silver dollar worth.&rdquo; It sounds like it should be worth one dollar. And yet a silver dollar can be worth anywhere from $50 to several thousand dollars. The exact value depends on the coin's silver content, rarity, mint mark, condition, and collector demand.</p> <p>Most old silver

<p>Since Money Metals was founded in 2010, we've warned investors that <em>how</em> you buy precious metals can be just as important as <em>what</em> you buy.</p> <p>Last week's <a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/uploads/content/Rosland-Capital-Bankruptcy-Petition.pdf&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener">bankruptcy filing by Rosland Capital</a> &ndash; one of the industry's most heavily advertised names, familiar through its Fox News commercials featuring William Devane &ndash; is

<p>While we may have called the bottom for gold in late June, it&rsquo;s important to remember that a bottom is usually a process &mdash; and the next few weeks will likely be the premier buying opportunity of the year.</p> <p>If you&rsquo;re a long-time reader, you&rsquo;ve seen me say this nearly every year about this time.

<p>Silver is an amazingly useful metal. In addition to serving as money, silver is used in a wide range of applications, from the tech sector to medicine.</p> <p>And scientists continue to find new uses for silver.</p> <div x-data=" item_id: undefined, view: null " x-html="view || 'Product-Random-Featured'" x-init="view = await (await fetch('/shortcodes/product/random/featured?category=1')).text()">!!–Product-Random-Featured-1–!!</div> <p>For instance, Japanese researchers

<p>The Indian government plans to expand a program designed to incentivize people to turn in their gold after the original plan fell flat.</p> <p>In 2015, the government created <a href="https://www.rbi.org.in/commonperson/english/scripts/FAQs.aspx&quot;>a gold monetization scheme (GMS)</a> to encourage Indians to put &ldquo;idle&rdquo; gold into the country&rsquo;s financial system. Under the plan, individuals can deposit as little as

<p>Dear Fellow American,</p> <p>As we celebrate our nation's 250th birthday today, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to you.</p> <div class="break-normal mx-auto md:float-right md:w-1/2 px-3"><img class="mx-auto" src="https://www.moneymetals.com/uploads/content/stefan-gleason-ceo-money-metals-exchange-250×344.jpg&quot; width="250" height="344" alt="Stefan Gleason" loading="lazy" /> <p class="text-center mb-0"><i>Money Metals CEO Stefan Gleason</i></p> </div> <p>On behalf of everyone at Money Metals, thank you

Timing the gold market is one of the most common concerns for new and experienced buyers alike. When the gold price is rising, it feels like you have missed the opportunity. When it falls, it feels like it might fall further. The result, for many people, is waiting indefinitely for a moment that never quite

<p>Happy 250th Anniversary to America, Happy Fourth of July and welcome to this week&rsquo;s Market Wrap Podcast, I&rsquo;m Mike Gleason.</p> <p>Coming up don&rsquo;t miss this week&rsquo;s interview with Ralph Benko, gold standard advocate, author of <i>The Ten Commandments of Capitalism</i>, co-author of The Capitalist Manifesto and the editor of the 500th Anniversary Edition of Nicolaus

<p>Happy 250th Anniversary to America, Happy Fourth of July and welcome to this week&rsquo;s Market Wrap Podcast, I&rsquo;m Mike Gleason.</p> <p>Coming up don&rsquo;t miss this week&rsquo;s interview with Ralph Benko, gold standard advocate, author of <i>The Ten Commandments of Capitalism</i>, co-author of The Capitalist Manifesto and the editor of the 500th Anniversary Edition of Nicolaus

<p>On July 4, people all across these United States of America shoot off fireworks, grill meat, and march in patriotic parades to celebrate America's 250th birthday.&nbsp;</p> <p>July 4, 1776, was "the birth of a nation," or so we are told. <span style="font-size: 1.125rem;">But that&rsquo;s not exactly what happened.&nbsp;</span></p> <p>A "nation" implies a single, unified political

ESGold Corp. (ESAU:CSE; ESAUF:OTCQB; Z7D:FSE) has appointed Pierre-Marc Gagnon, P.Eng., as Operations Director for the Montauban Project as the company continues construction and operational readiness activities at the Quebec project. According to the company, site preparation is progressing as scheduled, while operational support systems are being prepared and key processing equipment is being installed and

Allied Critical Metals Inc. (ACM:CSE; ACMIF:OTCQB; 0VJ0:FSE) has secured conditional approval to list on the TSX Venture Exchange as a Tier 1 Mining Issuer under the symbol ACM. This move comes at a time when global tungsten markets face significant supply constraints and rising demand from defense and industrial sectors. Current Tungsten Market Opportunity for

On July 2, 2026, Metalsource Mining Inc. (MSM:CSE; SFRIF:OTC; E9Z:FSE) announced the expansion of its Silver Hill land package located in Davidson County, North Carolina. With the addition of approximately 141 acres, the property now consists of approximately 1,300 acres along the Carolina Terrane, which is underlain by volcaniclastic and volcano-sedimentary rocks from the Neoproterozoic

On June 25, 2026, South Pacific Metals Corp. (SPMC:TSXV; SPMEF:OCTMKTS) announced the commencement of exploration at its Kili Teke copper-gold project in Papua New Guinea. After securing the support of the community and local landowners, the Hela provincial government, the Koroba-Kopiago District, and the Awi-Logayu local-level government, South Pacific Metals’ subsidiary, Kainantu Resources Ltd., is prepared