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<p>Incentives matter.</p> <p>This is a fundamental economic principle that seems to be completely lost on most people.</p> <p>In this special episode of the Midweek Memo podcast, host Mike Maharrey brings in Sound Money Defense League Director Jp Cortez and bullion dealer Craig Rhyne to talk about the impact of a state sales tax on gold […]

<p>Another Federal Reserve meeting has come and gone with no real action. As usual, the big news centered around what Powell &amp; Company said and didn&rsquo;t say.</p> <p>For the third straight meeting, the FOMC held interest rates steady at between 3.5 and 3.75 percent. This comes as no surprise, given the uncertainty facing the economy

West Point Gold Corp. (WPG:TSXV; WPGCF:OTCQB) announced new results from its step-out drilling at the high-grade Northeast (NE) Tyro Zone within its Gold Chain Project in Arizona, according to an April 28 release. The company reported that drilling in hole GC26-140 yielded an 18.3-meter interval with a gold grade of 6.05 grams per tonne (g/t).

Dryden Gold Corp. (DRY:TSXV; DRYGF:OTCQX; X7W:FSE) announced that it has increased its previously announced non-brokered equity financing due to excess demand, with the upsized financing now including up to 23,000,000 common shares for aggregate proceeds of up to CA$9,716,280. The offering consists of up to 16,200,000 flow-through common shares priced at $0.41 per share for

Onyx Gold Corp. (ONYX:TSX.V) announced significant developments in its 2026 exploration program at the Munro-Croesus project 75 kilometers east of Timmins, Ontario, according to an April 23 release. The company said it has notably increased its drilling efforts, expanding the program from 75,000 meters to 110,000 meters, not only accelerating the exploration of the Argus

This week, gold, copper, and silver metals explorer GSP Resource Corp. (GSPR:TSX.V; GSRCF:OTCBB) announced it received a five-year multi-year area-based (MYAB) drilling permit for the Mer property in the Highland Valley copper camp of British Columbia. With the approval, the company can move forward with its planned diamond drilling. Does it make the stock a buy

<p>If you're comparing American Silver Eagle Type 1 vs Type 2 coins, it's probably not because you're primarily interested in design changes. You have a more important question:</p> <h2 id="which-coin-is-more-valuable">Which coin is more valuable?</h2> <p>That's where most guides fall short. They list differences in the artwork or release dates, but they avoid the issue that

<p>Despite the many advantages that a sound money standard would confer on ordinary savers, wage earners, and small business owners &ndash; from greater price stability to a check on inflationary erosion, to a closer alignment between savings and investment &ndash; such a regime has no shortage of powerful opponents.</p> <p>Chief among them is Wall Street,

Pinnacle Silver & Gold Corp. (PINN:TSXV; PSGCFLOTC; P9J:FSE) announced continued ground follow-up on shafts, adits, and prospecting pits interpreted from the recent LiDAR survey of its Potrero project in Durango, Mexico. The results show new discoveries of polymetallic mineralization, such as silver-rich veins with assays up to 1,159 g/t Ag (silver). In the same release,

A shareholder meeting has been set for May 22 to vote on Seabridge Gold Inc.’s (SEA:TSX; SA:NYSE.MKT) previously announced plan to spin off its 100% interest in the Courageous Lake gold project in Northwest Territories, according to an April 27 release from the company. The company announce the plan to turn the project into newly

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On April 23, 2026, Kirkland Lake Discoveries Corp. (KLDC:TSXV; KLKLF:OTC) released assay results for its continuing 2026 drilling program at the Mirado property. The property is a historical producer and is located approximately 20 kilometers southeast of Kirkland Lake, Ontario. Results for KLM26-002 have been announced, with results for an additional eight holes pending. Highlighted findings

Goliath Resources Ltd. (GOT:TSX.V; GOTRF:OTCQX; B4IF:FSE) outlined details related to the Bonanza Zone at its Surebet Discovery, including its current extent and plans for expansion of all mineralized gold lodes during the company’s 2026 exploration program encompassing the vast majority of meters this year. The Bonanza Zone has a strike length of 2.8 km mapped at surface

Heliostar Metals Ltd. (HSTR:TSX.V; HSTXF:OTC; RGG1:FRA) shared new results from its ongoing drilling program at the Ana Paula project in Guerrero, Mexico, according to an April 23 release. The recent drilling data from Ana Paula includes several notable high-grade intercepts, including 69.15 meters grading 10.09 grams per tonne (g/t) gold from 93 meters, 43.8 meters

Eloro Resources Ltd. (ELO:TSX; ELRRF:OTCQX; P2QM:FSE) reported an updated mineral resource estimate for its Iska Iska silver-tin polymetallic project in the Potosi Department of southwestern Bolivia, with an effective date of April 2, 2026. The estimate was prepared by independent qualified persons from Micon International Limited in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 standards. The updated

On April 24, 2026,  Allied Critical Metals Inc. (ACM:CSE; ACMIF:OTCQB; 0VJ0:FSE) announced a non-brokered private placement offering of common shares at the price of CA$2.05 per share with both existing and new strategic investors for gross proceeds of up to US$25 million. In addition, the existing strategic investor has agreed to provide the company with

Dryden Gold Corp. (DRY:TSXV; DRYGF:OTCQX; X7W:FSE) reported that recent exploration results have expanded on its 2025 initial discovery and channel sampling at the Hyndman Property, identifying a continuous 12-kilometer by 2.5-kilometer corridor of elevated gold-in-till anomalies that track the interpreted Wabigoon deformation zone. The company stated that the property, which is bisected by the Trans-Canada

Star Gold Corp. (SRGZ:OTCQB) is a U.S.-focused precious metals company developing scalable, high-margin gold and silver assets in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. The company intends to use the net proceeds from its recent offering  (US$3.68 million) to fund mine development and exploration activities at its Longstreet gold-silver project. Technical Report for Longstreet Gold-Silver Project

Nobel Resources Corp. (NBLC:TSXV) announced on April 23, 2026, the initial drill results and planned follow-up work on its Cuprita and Pampa Austral Projects in northern Chile, as well as new management appointments within the company. With the resignation of interim CEO and director, Larry Guy, and the company’s corporate secretary new management has come

Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd. (GCC:CSE; GCCFF:OTC; A402CQ:WKN; 3TZ:FSE) announced the completion of drill hole QGQ26-29 at its Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property in British Columbia, according to an April 21 release. The drilling, finalized on April 19, was conducted from the same pad as QGQ24-25 and aimed at a depth of about 660 meters following

Lake Victoria Gold Ltd. (LVG:TSX; LVGLF:OTCQB; E1K:FSE) announced it increased its previously announced non-brokered convertible debenture financing from CA$3 million to CA$3.8 million due to investor demand, according to an April 28 release. The conversion price for the debentures issued in this private placement has been adjusted to 30 cents. All other conditions of the

In Part 1 of my report on the unfolding tungsten crisis in the U.S., I told you the story of a metal that refused to reveal itself… A metal hidden in stone for centuries… dismissed as useless… until it became the backbone of modern civilization. Now let me show you what happens next. Because today…

With copper, gold, and silver all well-supported on long-term charts, Aztec Minerals Corp. (AZT:TSX.V; AZZTF:OTCQB) announced drill results that expand its oxide gold-silver zone: Intersecting 0.62 GPT AU and 24.8 GPT AG Over 107.9m in the Westside Area and 0.48 GPT AU and 12.6 GPT AG Over 112.5m at the Contention Area The

<p>A commodities reporter for the mainstream financial media emailed me last week asking me to summarize the state of the gold market.</p> <p>I gave her lots of words, but could have replaced them all with just this: Gold is going to trade alongside all other risk assets&mdash;all of which will be subject to the <a

<p>What if you could just pull money out of the ground?</p> <p>That&rsquo;s exactly what men are doing in the Hindu Kush mountains of eastern Afghanistan. They are scouring the rocky Kunar riverbed for flecks of gold.</p> <p>Here in the U.S., people pan for gold for fun. However, these Afghan men aren&rsquo;t enjoying a hobby. Hunting

<p>The notorious drug cartel Clan del Golfo, or Gulf Clan, has been described by Secretary of State Marco Rubio as &ldquo;a violent and powerful criminal organization.&rdquo; Its leaders are also on a U.S. financial blacklist.</p> <p>And yet, the U.S. Mint buys an untold amount of gold that&rsquo;s sourced from mines controlled by that cartel, according

<p>Judy Shelton isn&rsquo;t your typical Washington insider.</p> <p>Sure, she&rsquo;s advised presidents and rubbed shoulders with the likes of Paul Volcker and Alan Greenspan. She was even nominated to serve as a Federal Reserve governor. But there is one big difference between Shelton and your typical D.C. monetary policy wonk. She&rsquo;s a &ldquo;gold bug&rdquo; who believes

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In a recent episode of the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Money Metals podcast</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, host Mike Maharrey sat down with Philip Newman, </span><a href="https://www.metalsfocus.com/our-team/&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Managing Director and founding partner of Metals Focus</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, to unpack the forces shaping gold and silver markets in 2026.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drawing on Metals Focus&rsquo;

Golden Triangle explorer Decade Resources Ltd. (DEC:TSX.V) holds numerous properties and is providing an update on its exploration plans for 2026. The company has just finished an exhibition at the KEG Mineral Show in Kamloops, B.C. (April 14 to April 15, 2026). Projects for Exploration in 2026 Bonaparte The 2026 program will include testing IP

Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. (ASM:TSX.V; ASM:NYSE.MKT; GV6:FSE) announced its production results for the first quarter of 2026, according to an April 23 release. The company reported producing 263,057 ounces of silver, 1,851 ounces of gold, and 1,343,654 pounds of copper, culminating in a total of 568,112 silver equivalent ounces, the the release said.

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Sun Summit Minerals Corp. (SMN:TSX.V; SMREF:OTCQB) reported that it filed a technical report in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 for its JD Project located in the Toodoggone Mining District in British Columbia. The report, titled “NI 43-101 Technical Report on the JD Property, Toodoggone Region, BC,” is dated March 4, 2026, with an effective date

April has been a catalyst-heavy month for Decade Resources Ltd. (DEC:TSX.V).  On April 22, Decade put out a news release giving an update on its 2026 plans as it announced it had just wrapped up as an exhibitor at the KEG Mineral Show in Kamloops, British Columbia, between April 14 and 15. In regard to

Giant Mining Corp. (CSE: BFG; OTC:BFGFF; FWB:YW5) announced that it intends to change its name to “Copper One Resources Corp.,” reflecting a stated focus on copper exploration and development. The proposed name change has been approved by the company’s board of directors and remains subject to approval from the Canadian Securities Exchange. The company stated

Adamera Minerals Corp.’s (ADZ:TSX.V) most notable current update relates to its Tungsten Ridge project. On March 31, 2026, Adamera staked over 1,300 acres of additional claims, expanding its exposure to tungsten, copper, silver, and molybdenum mineralization. This move marks a shift toward broader polymetallic and critical mineral exposure, rather than just a purely gold-focused strategy.

<p>This is wild news. Just shocking. I wouldn&rsquo;t believe it if I hadn&rsquo;t read it with my own two eyes.</p> <p>The state of California levied a $ 20-per-hour minimum wage for fast-food workers, and it led to &ldquo;negative outcomes.&rdquo;</p> <p>Wow! Just wow!</p> <p>Oh, wait. This isn&rsquo;t shocking at all. Do you know why?</p> <p>Incentives matter!</p>

<p>Many investors worry that the federal government could place limits on silver ownership, which raises questions about reporting, taxes, and future restrictions. That leads many investors to ask: <b>how much silver can I legally own?</b></p> <p>Most Americans can legally own as much physical silver as they want. There is no general federal cap on private

<p>Welcome to this week&rsquo;s market wrap podcast, I&rsquo;m Mike Gleason</p> <p>Coming up don&rsquo;t we&rsquo;ll have another wonderful interview, this time with Phillip Newman, founding partner and managing director of <a href="https://www.metalsfocus.com/&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener">Metals Focus</a>. Phillip recaps the incredible rally we saw since his last guest appearance with us late last fall which saw gold and

Endeavour Silver Corp.  Endeavour Silver Corp. (EDR:TSX; EXK:NYSE; EJD:FSE) reported first-quarter 2026 production that reflected a significant increase in output compared to the prior year, with total silver equivalent production reaching approximately 3.3 million ounces. The results included both silver and gold production from the company’s operating portfolio, with management pointing to improved operational performance

Arras Minerals Corp. (ARK:TSX.V; ARRKF:OTCMKTS) released initial results from its 2026 drilling campaign at the Elemes project located in northeastern Kazakhstan, according to an April 23 release. The drilling, which resumed in late February, began with the first two holes at the Berezski East target, part of the Elemes project. To date, only five holes

Tiger Gold Corp. (TIGR:TSXV) released assay results for two of three holes drilled in its initial exploration program at Dos Quebradas. This drilling program is part of Tiger Gold’s 20,000-meter program at its Quinchía Gold Project in Colombia’s prolific Mid-Cauca gold belt. Further assays are pending from Quebradas, Tesorito, and Ceibal. The released results pertain

West Point Gold Corp. (WPG:TSXV; WPGCF:OTCQB) announced drill results from the Tyrone Main Zone at its flagship Gold Chain Project in Arizona, U.S,. on April 23, 2026. So far, results for seven reverse circulation (RC) drill holes have been reported, roughly 1,419 meters of the company’s current 20,000-meter drill program. Over 16,000 meters of drilling

Contango Silver and Gold (CTGO:TSX; CTGO:NYSE) announced a significant cash distribution of US$9 million from the Peak Gold joint venture on March 25, according to an April 22 release. This distribution marks a positive financial influx for Contango as it embarks on an ambitious exploration and development schedule for the year. The Peak Gold JV

On April 21, 2026, Trident Resources Corp. (ROCK:TSXV; TRDTF:OTCMKTS) announced both its approval to be listed on the TSX Venture Exchange and the closing of its property purchase from Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (EPL:TSX.V). Trident will acquire 4,711 hectares within the La Ronge Gold Belt in Northern Saskatchewan, Canada. Highlights of the property acquisition include:

Galway Metals Inc. (GWM:TSX.V; GAYMF:OTCQB) reported assay results from eight diamond drill holes at the South Deposit within its 100%-owned Clarence Stream gold project in New Brunswick, Canada. The results are part of the company’s 2026 drill program and include intersections such as 6.1 grams per tonne gold over 19.0 meters, including 18.3 grams per

Western Exploration Inc. (WEX:TSX.V; WEXPF:OTC) announced the results from an ALS- GoldSPOT geochemical-spectral analysis conducted on drill core samples from the Jarbidge Vein Zone discovery and the Gravel Creek deposit, located at the company’s entirely owned Aura gold-silver project, according to a release on April 21. The analysis revealed very strong correlations (88-94%) between silver

<p>In a fiat system, your money is constantly being devalued. That means you are losing purchasing power month after month.</p> <p>From the government&rsquo;s standpoint, this isn&rsquo;t a bug. It&rsquo;s a feature. Fiat money printing enables governments to spend far beyond what they could if they had to run on tax receipts alone. I have often

<p>Most investors asking <em>&ldquo;what's the best precious metal to invest in?&rdquo;</em> aren't looking for a history lesson. They are trying to solve a real problem.</p> <p>Inflation is still eating away at purchasing power. Markets feel stretched. Banks and central planners keep changing the rules. And somewhere in the middle of all that noise, you're told

<p>Earlier this week, Ugandan officials announced the country&rsquo;s central bank has begun to buy gold from domestic producers to bolster its reserves.</p> <p>Uganda is one of several African central banks, including Kenya, Nigeria, and the Congo, that are buying domestic gold to expand national holdings and diversify their reserves.</p> <p>The Bank of Uganda announced the

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In a recent episode of the Money Metals Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explored a surprising disconnect in the silver market. Normally, declining demand would point to weaker prices. Instead, silver surged dramatically through late 2025 and into early 2026.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Maharrey explained that headline demand figures only tell part of the