EMX Highlights an Updated MRE and Other Advancements at the Diablillos Silver-Gold Royalty Property in Argentina

Core Viewpoint - EMX Royalty Corporation highlights significant advancements at the Diablillos silver-gold royalty property in Argentina, including an updated mineral resource estimate (MRE) that shows substantial increases in silver and gold resources, alongside ongoing project enhancements and a favorable economic environment for development [1][5]. Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) Summary - The updated Diablillos MRE reports total open pit constrained, oxide mineral resources of 199 million ounces of contained silver (+34%) and 1.72 million ounces of contained gold (+27%) in the measured and indicated categories [1][5]. - The MRE includes tank leach resources and contributions from a maiden heap leach MRE, with total oxide measured and indicated resources reported as 104 million tonnes averaging 59 g/t silver and 0.51 g/t gold [2][6]. - Significant increases in measured and indicated resources were observed across all five resource deposits, with the JAC deposit showing the largest tonnage and contained metal increases [3]. Project Development and Economics - AbraSilver is advancing project economics through ongoing drilling and engineering optimization, with expectations to receive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval in the latter half of 2025 and to deliver a definitive feasibility study (DFS) in Q1 2026 [1][5]. - The project is eligible for Argentina's Incentive Regime for Large Investments (RIGI), which offers lower tax rates and other benefits, requiring an investment decision by Q2 2027 to fully qualify [5]. Exploration and Future Potential - A Phase V 20,000 meter drill program is ongoing, scheduled for completion by early 2026, which includes exploration drilling at multiple targets [4]. - The updated Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) from December 2024 outlines a 14-year mine life with annual production of 7.6 million ounces of silver and 72,000 ounces of gold, yielding a net present value (NPV) of $747 million and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 28% [8].