Q2 Metals Extends Known Mineralized Zone with 179.2 Metre Intercept of 1.24% Li₂O at the Cisco Lithium Project

Core Viewpoint - Q2 Metals Corp. has reported positive analytical results from its 2025 drill program at the Cisco Lithium Project, indicating significant growth potential and the upcoming delivery of an inaugural inferred Mineral Resource Estimate in Q1 2026 [2][3]. Exploration and Drilling Results - The 2025 Drill Program included a total of 74 drill holes, amounting to 31,961 meters, with ongoing drilling focused on infill drilling to upgrade inferred resources to indicated status [4][7][29]. - Drill hole CS25-065 revealed a mineralized pegmatite interval of 179.2 meters at an average grade of 1.24% Li2O, extending the known Mineralized Zone to the north [4][16]. - Drill hole CS25-057 encountered a 49.8-meter interval averaging 1.41% Li2O, consistent with previous drilling results [4][16]. - The Exploration Target published in July 2025 estimated potential lithium mineralization of 215 to 329 million tonnes at grades ranging from 1.0% to 1.38% Li2O based on the first 40 holes drilled [6][28]. Future Plans and Objectives - The company aims to complete an inaugural Preliminary Economic Assessment by late 2026, with a primary focus on upgrading the inferred mineral resources [3][29]. - The ongoing exploration program will also test areas surrounding the Mineralized Zone to further assess the project's potential [17][29]. Corporate Developments - Q2 Metals has granted stock options and performance share units to its directors and officers as part of its Equity Incentive Plan, aimed at aligning interests with shareholder value [20][21]. - The company is actively participating in upcoming industry events, including the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference and the Prospectors & Developers Association Convention [23].