Platinum Group Metals Ltd. Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results

Core Viewpoint - Platinum Group Metals Ltd. is focused on advancing the Waterberg Project in South Africa, which is projected to be one of the largest and lowest-cost underground platinum group metals mines globally [1][23]. Financial Results - For the nine months ended May 31, 2025, the company reported a net loss of $3.40 million, an improvement from a net loss of $4.02 million in the same period in 2024 [14]. - General and administrative expenses increased to $2.78 million from $2.57 million year-over-year, while stock-based compensation decreased to $0.79 million from $1.61 million [14]. - Basic and diluted loss per share was $0.03, compared to $0.04 for the same period in 2024 [15]. Project Development - The Waterberg Project is owned by Waterberg JV Resources, with Platinum Group holding a 37.32% interest [5]. - The company aims to finalize construction financing and concentrate offtake agreements to advance the Waterberg Project to a development and construction decision [2][23]. - An interim budget of Rand 42 million (approximately $2.27 million) was approved to continue work programs for the Waterberg Project [7]. Recent Events - A non-brokered private placement raised $1.0 million by issuing 800,000 common shares at $1.26 each, allowing a major shareholder to regain a 26% interest in the company [6]. - The company entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement to distribute up to $50 million of common shares through an at-the-market equity program [8][10]. Smelting and Refining Initiatives - A memorandum of understanding was signed with Ajlan & Bros for establishing a platinum group metals smelter and base metal refinery in Saudi Arabia [11]. - The company is conducting a trade-off study to assess the feasibility of exporting PGM concentrate from South Africa to Saudi Arabia [20][22]. Market Outlook - The company is exploring new applications for PGMs in battery technologies through its initiative with Lion Battery Technologies [2][29]. - Despite recent global tariffs raising market uncertainties, platinum and palladium prices have been increasing due to strong demand and supply concerns [30][32]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - The company received a BBB score in its fourth annual ESG disclosure report, indicating a commitment to improving ESG performance [33][34].