Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue of $1.2 billion for the last quarter, representing a 15% increase year-over-year[8]. - The company reported a net profit of $150 million for the last quarter, representing a 20% increase year-over-year[1]. - The company reported a net profit margin of 20%, up from 18% in the previous quarter[16]. - Cash reserves have increased to $300 million, providing a strong buffer for future investments[17]. - The company reported a net loss of CAD 3,129,000 for the year ended December 31, 2020, compared to a net loss of CAD 3,763,000 in 2019, representing a 17% improvement[41]. - The company reported net losses of $3,129,368 in Fiscal 2020, $3,763,075 in Fiscal 2019, and $3,511,667 in Fiscal 2018, with no revenues from operations as all properties are in the development stage[47]. User Growth and Engagement - User data showed a growth of 25% in active users, reaching a total of 5 million users[9]. - User data showed a growth of 15% in active users, reaching a total of 2 million users[2]. - A new marketing strategy is set to increase brand awareness, targeting a 30% increase in customer engagement[15]. - A new marketing strategy is anticipated to improve customer engagement by 25%[8]. Revenue Guidance and Projections - The company provided guidance for the next quarter, expecting revenue to be between $1.3 billion and $1.5 billion, indicating a potential growth of 8% to 25%[10]. - The company provided a revenue guidance of $600 million for the next quarter, indicating a 10% growth compared to the previous quarter[3]. - New product launches are anticipated to contribute an additional $200 million in revenue over the next fiscal year[11]. - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional $50 million in revenue over the next two quarters[4]. Investment and R&D - The company is investing $50 million in R&D for new technologies aimed at enhancing user experience[12]. - The company is investing $30 million in research and development for new technologies aimed at enhancing product efficiency[5]. Market Expansion and Acquisitions - Market expansion plans include entering three new countries by the end of the year, projected to increase market share by 10%[13]. - Market expansion efforts are projected to increase market share by 5% in the next fiscal year[6]. - The company is exploring acquisition opportunities in the tech sector to bolster its product offerings[14]. - The company is exploring potential acquisitions to enhance its product portfolio, with a budget of $100 million allocated for this purpose[7]. Operational Efficiency - The company has successfully reduced operational costs by 12% through efficiency improvements[9]. - The total assets of the company have increased to $1.2 billion, reflecting a 15% growth from the previous year[10]. Risks and Challenges - The mining industry is intensely competitive, and the Company faces risks related to the volatility of mineral prices, which may affect the economic viability of projects[53]. - The Company’s operations are subject to extensive laws and regulations, and failure to comply may result in significant expenditures or operational restrictions[54]. - Political, economic, and social uncertainties in the regions where the Company operates may adversely affect its results of operations and financial condition[56]. - The Company is significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, which may impact employee health, travel limitations, and regulatory compliance[63]. - Cybersecurity risks could disrupt operations and adversely affect the Company's reputation and financial performance[80]. Capital and Shareholder Information - The company had working capital of CAD 3,083,000 in 2020, compared to CAD 1,748,000 in 2019, showing a significant increase of 76.3%[41]. - The capital stock increased to CAD 131,190,000 in 2020 from CAD 127,022,000 in 2019, reflecting a growth of 3.4%[41]. - The Company has not declared any dividends per share in the reported years[41]. - The Company does not intend to pay cash dividends in the foreseeable future, as earnings are expected to be retained for business development[77].

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ¨ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of event requiring this shell company report For the transition period from _____________________ to ____________________ Commission file number 001-32702 ALMADEN MINERALS LTD. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Briti ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F ( ) REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR (X) ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2018 OR ( ) TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ( ) SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ...