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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

Gold and copper investors should note that Auro Metals Inc. (AURO:TSXV; AURFF:OTCPK) reported assay results from three drill holes at its Santa Barbara South zone, part of the 100%-owned Santa Barbara gold-copper project in Ecuador’s Zamora-Chinchipe province. Key Takeaways Auro Metals reported assay results from three drill holes at its Santa Barbara South zone,

Gold and copper markets continue to draw retail investor attention amid ongoing price volatility and shifting global supply dynamics. Auro Metals Inc. (AURO:TSXV; AURFF:OTCPK) has positioned itself with a large-scale exploration asset in Ecuador’s Zamora-Chinchipe province that is generating fresh drill data capable of expanding known resources. Market Opportunity Sets Stage for Ecuador Assets Gold

Retail investors tracking opportunities in British Columbia’s Golden Triangle are watching Goldstorm Metals Corp. (GSTM:TSXV; GSTMF:OTCMKTS; B2U:FSE) closely after the junior explorer launched its first drill program at the 100%-owned Crown copper-gold-silver property. The project sits directly south of Newmont Corp.’s (NEM:NYSE; NGT:TSX; NEM:ASX) Brucejack mine and Seabridge Gold Inc.’s (SEA:TSX; SA:NYSE.MKT) KSM property in

Goldstorm Metals Corp. (GSTM:TSXV; GSTMF:OTCMKTS; B2U:FSE) commenced a drill program at its Crown project, located to the south of Newmont Corp.’s (NEM:NYSE; NGT:TSX; NEM:ASX) Brucejack mine and Seabridge Gold Inc.’s (SEA:TSX; SA:NYSE.MKT)KSM property, in an area that hosts over 80 million ounces of gold and over 20 billion pounds of copper. Key Takeaways Goldstorm

Allied Critical Metals Inc. (ACM:CSE; ACMIF:OTCQB; 0VJ0:FSE) reported the first assay results from its 2026 drilling campaign at the Santa Helena breccia, part of the Borralha tungsten project in northern Portugal, including 23.8 meters grading 0.68% WO3 from 24.0 meters estimated true width. The interval included 4.0 meters grading 2.96% WO3 from 44.0 meters. The

Silver occupies a unique position in the investment world. It has served as money and a store of value for thousands of years, yet today more than half of all silver demand comes from industry — solar panels, electric vehicles, electronics, and medical devices. That dual nature is what makes silver different from any other

<p>Gold and silver spent another week under pressure, extending the pullback that has frustrated many precious metals investors over the past several weeks.</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=all')).text()">!!–Product-Random-Featured-All–!!</div> <p>Gold finished the week just above $4,010 an ounce, while silver fell more sharply to around $56,

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For decades, investors largely viewed central banks as the primary force determining interest rates. According to Massif Capital </span><a href="https://www.massifcap.com/the-firm&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">founder and managing director Will Thomson</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, that era is beginning to end. &nbsp;(Sign up for Will's free email newsletter <strong><a href="https://research.massifcap.com/?modal=signup&quot;>here</a></strong>.)</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Joining Mike Maharrey on the

<p>Silver is becoming increasingly discounted relative to gold, as indicated by the widening of the gold-silver ratio.</p> <p>In other words, silver is on sale once again.</p> <p>Both silver and gold are down sharply since their record peaks in January. However, silver&rsquo;s downward trajectory was even steeper than gold&rsquo;s. While the yellow metal has dipped around

<p>There is evidence that underlying bond market dynamics have shifted toward a long-term bearish setup that will mean higher long-term interest rates despite central bank mechanizations. This has ramifications for an economy that is addicted to cheap, easy money and may alter traditional portfolio balancing.</p> <p><a href="https://research.massifcap.com/p/the-cartography-of-the-risk-free-rate&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener">A paper published by Massif Capital</a> argues

Mustafa Centre is one of Singapore’s most recognisable retail landmarks. Located in the Little India neighbourhood on Syed Alwi Road, the 24-hour department store has served Singapore’s diverse community for decades, and its gold section draws buyers from across the island — particularly those looking for 22-karat Indian-style gold jewellery. For buyers focused on jewellery,

<p>The Justice Department announced Tuesday that several jewelry dealers have been arrested for allegedly smuggling nearly $1 billion worth of<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.moneymetals.com/buy/gold/gold-jewelry&quot;>gold<span>&nbsp;</span>jewelry</a> into the U.S. without paying customs duties.</p> <p>The U.S. has agreements with Oman and Singapore that allow<span>&nbsp;</span>jewelry<span>&nbsp;</span>made there to be imported duty-free. The three defendants recently arrested are accused of falsely declaring that their

<p>Welcome to this week&rsquo;s Market Wrap Podcast, I&rsquo;m Mike Gleason.</p> <p>Coming up we&rsquo;ll hear a tremendous interview with Will Thomson founder and portfolio manager of <a href="https://research.massifcap.com/?modal=signup&quot;>Massif Capital</a> &ndash; a privately held, value-oriented hedge fund with a focus on the energy, mining, materials and infrastructure sectors. (Sign up for his free email newsletter <strong><a href="https://research.massifcap.com/?modal=signup&quot;>here</a></strong>.)</p>

<p>They call soccer a beautiful game.</p> <p>I&rsquo;m not so sure.</p> <p>But I will give it this &ndash; soccer has a beautiful gold trophy. And by the way, it is by far the most valuable trophy in sports.</p> <p>But as for the game &ndash; I have questions.</p> <div x-data=" item_id: undefined, view: null " x-html="view ||

<p>Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) is becoming an increasingly important source of global gold supply.</p> <p>Artisanal mines are small-scale operations generally run by individuals, families, or small groups using simple tools and minimal mechanization.</p> <p>The sharply higher gold price has increased the profitability of small-scale mines over the last couple of years. The lack of

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for June sparked optimism across financial markets, with inflation coming in significantly cooler than expected. Headlines quickly celebrated what appeared to be another victory in the Federal Reserve's battle against inflation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But according to Money Metals Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey, the CPI tells

<p>Tariff refunds and a jump in spending driven by higher interest expense drove yet another big budget deficit in June.</p> <p>Last month, the Trump administration spent $120.3 billion more than it took in. That was a 545 percent increase over the June 2025 deficit (a $27 billion surplus).</p> <p>The June budget shortfall drove the fiscal

<p>The shine has come off silver since it skyrocketed to over $100 an ounce in January. The price has dropped by over 50 percent from the record high. However, there are still reasons to be bullish on silver moving forward, including persistent supply deficits and growing industrial demand.</p> <p>In a recent precious metals analysis, Sprott

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for June sparked optimism across financial markets, with inflation coming in significantly cooler than expected. Headlines quickly celebrated what appeared to be another victory in the Federal Reserve's battle against inflation.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But according to Money Metals Midweek Memo host Mike Maharrey, the CPI tells

<p>If you followed the headlines, you know that the June CPI report was even cooler than expected. This generated optimism that maybe, just maybe, the Fed is finally getting inflation under control.&nbsp;</p> <p>But there's more to the story.</p> <p>In this episode of the Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey tells you the rest of the story,