SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cytokinetics, Incorporated (NASDAQ:CYTK) today announced that on December 15, 2025 it granted stock options to purchase an aggregate of 21,399 shares of common stock and 14,422 restricted stock units (RSUs) that will be settled in shares of common stock upon vesting to 10 employees, whose employment commenced in November and December 2025 as a material inducement to their employment.The RSUs will vest over 3 years, with 40% of the RSUs vesting o ...

TORONTO, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cygnus Metals Limited (“Cygnus” or the “Company”) advises that following management changes announced on 26 October 2025, it has today issued an aggregate of 3,000,000 additional performance rights (“Performance Rights”) to President/Chief Executive Officer, Mr Nicholas Kwong under the Company’s Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (“Plan”). The Company also advises that, effective today, following Mr Ernest Mast’s transition from Managing Director to Non-Executive Direct ...

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 12, 2025) - Magma Silver Corp. (TSXV: MGMA) (OTCQB: MAGMF) (FSE: BC21) (WKN: A411DV) (the "Company" or "Magma") announced that its board of directors has approved the grant of a total of 50,000 incentive stock options (the "Stock Options") to certain of its directors, officers, consultants, and employees pursuant to the Company's Stock Option Plan. Such Stock Options are exercisable into Common Shares at an exercise price of $0.27 per share for a peri ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sable Resources Ltd. (“Sable” or the “Company”) (TSXV: SAE | OTCQB: SBLRF) is pleased to announce that the shareholders of the Company provided near unanimous approval of a new omnibus equity incentive plan (the “Equity Incentive Plan”) at the Company’s annual general and special meeting of shareholders held earlier today (the “Meeting”). All other matters advanced at the Meeting, including setting the board at five members, re-election of direc ...

Core Points - NexMetals Mining Corp. has granted annual equity incentive awards to directors, officers, employees, and consultants under its Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan [1][3] - The Board approved the grant of 332,512 restricted share units (RSUs), with 287,512 RSUs priced at $7.60 each, reflecting a 55% premium over the closing share price on November 17, 2025 [2] - An additional 45,000 RSUs were granted at a price of $8.80 each, representing a 79% premium to the closing share price [2] - The company also granted 46,600 deferred share units (DSUs) to directors at a price of $7.60 each, which will be payable in cash [3] - The equity incentive grants aim to align the interests of stakeholders with those of shareholders and support long-term retention and performance objectives [3] Company Overview - NexMetals Mining Corp. focuses on the redevelopment of previously producing copper, nickel, and cobalt resource mines in Botswana [5] - The company emphasizes governance through transparent accountability and open communication [6] - The team at NexMetals has extensive experience in mine discovery and development, with senior members averaging over 20 years in geology, engineering, operations, and project development [6]

Core Insights - CMOC Group reported record high results for 3Q25, with net profit attributable to shareholders growing 73% YoY to Rmb14.3 billion, driven by increased sales volume and prices of metal products [1] Financial Performance - In 1–3Q25, revenue decreased by 6% YoY to Rmb145.5 billion, while net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 73% YoY to Rmb14.3 billion [1] - For 3Q25, revenue fell 2% YoY but rose 4% QoQ to Rmb50.7 billion, with net profit attributable to shareholders growing 96% YoY and 19% QoQ to Rmb5.6 billion [1] - Copper and cobalt output rose 14% and 4% YoY, respectively, in 1–3Q25, meeting 86% and 80% of the firm's annual guidance [1] Sales and Pricing - Copper sales volume increased by 11% YoY, while cobalt sales volume fell by 36% YoY in 1–3Q25, primarily due to a cobalt export ban from the Democratic Republic of the Congo [1] - Average prices for copper, cobalt, molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, and phosphorus rose by 4%, 15%, 7%, 30%, 8%, and 20% YoY, respectively, in 1–3Q25 [1] Strategic Developments - The firm announced the Phase II KFM project, targeting an annual copper production capacity of 800,000 to 1 million tons, expected to start production in 2027 [2] - A significant equity incentive plan was proposed to issue 393 million H shares to retain core talent [3] Market Dynamics - Tightening supply and demand dynamics are expected to push up cobalt prices, with the DRC's cobalt quota for 2026/27 accounting for 44% of its 2024 output [4] - The company holds the highest local market quota for cobalt, which is projected to account for 32% of the total local quota and 29% of its 2024 sales volume [4] Financial Forecasts and Valuation - Earnings forecasts for 2025 and 2026 have been raised by 26.6% and 32.0%, respectively, to Rmb20.67 billion and Rmb27.25 billion [5] - A-share stock is trading at 17.4x 2025e and 13.2x 2026e P/E, while H-share stock is trading at 15.4x 2025e and 11.5x 2026e P/E [5] - Target prices for A-shares and H-shares have been raised by 41% to Rmb20.4 and HK$19.7, respectively, implying a 21.6% upside [5]

Core Points - Forte Group Holdings Inc. has granted stock options and restricted share units to certain directors, officers, and consultants, effective October 10, 2025, under its Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan [1] - The company granted a total of 1,945,000 stock options at an exercise price of $0.20 per share, which vest immediately and have a two-year term expiring on October 10, 2027 [2] - A total of 2,445,000 restricted share units were granted, with a vesting schedule that includes a statutory hold period of four months and one day from the grant date [3] Stock Options and RSUs - The stock options granted are subject to a two-year term and an immediate vesting schedule [2] - The restricted share units will vest in four equal installments over a year, with specific dates outlined for each installment [8] Insider Grants - The stock option and RSU grants to certain insiders are classified as "related party transactions" and are exempt from certain valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements due to the company's market capitalization [5] - The company believes that the immediate closing of these insider grants is necessary to improve its financial position [5] Warrant Amendments - The company announced the extension and repricing of 1,152,937 common share purchase warrants to a revised expiry date of June 19, 2027, and a revised exercise price of $0.20 [6] - The original exercise price of the warrants was $0.60, and the repricing is subject to the unanimous consent of the registered holders [6][7] - The repricing aligns with the company's capital strategy to strengthen its financial position and provide flexibility for growth initiatives [7] Company Overview - Forte Group Holdings Inc. is focused on longevity and human performance through its TRACE brand and private-label partnerships, developing alkaline and mineral-enriched beverages and nutraceutical supplements [10] - The company operates a Health Canada and HACCP-certified manufacturing facility and owns a natural alkaline spring water aquifer [10]

Group 1 - Aztec Minerals Corp. held its annual general and special meeting on September 25, 2025, where all matters submitted for shareholder approval were approved, including the election of four directors and the appointment of MNP LLP as auditors for the upcoming year [1] - The shareholders ratified the Company's rolling equity incentive plan, which allows for the issuance of various stock options and awards, reserving a maximum of 10% of the issued shares for this purpose [2] - Mark Rebagliati retired from the Board after serving since July 2016 but will continue to contribute to the Company as a Senior Technical Advisor [3] Group 2 - Aztec Minerals is focused on two emerging mineral exploration projects: the Cervantes project in Sonora, Mexico, which is a gold-copper discovery, and the Tombstone project in southern Arizona, which has potential for high-grade gold-silver and CRD silver-lead-zinc [4]

Core Viewpoint - Opendoor Technologies Inc. has granted inducement equity awards to its newly appointed CEO, Kaz Nejatian, as part of his employment agreement, which includes a significant number of restricted stock units and performance-based awards [1][2]. Summary by Sections Inducement Equity Awards - The Company granted three inducement equity awards to Kaz Nejatian, effective from his employment start date on September 15, 2025 [1][2]. - The awards include a Make-Whole RSU award for 1,580,611 shares and two performance-based PSU awards, each for 40,886,344 shares [2]. Make-Whole RSU Award - The Make-Whole RSU award will fully vest on June 15, 2026, contingent on Mr. Nejatian's continued service [3]. - In the event of a qualifying termination, the RSU award will vest in full [3]. Performance-Based PSU Awards - The first PSU award will vest over five years, with 20% vesting on the first anniversary and the remainder in quarterly installments, contingent on achieving an average stock price of $6.24 [4]. - The first PSU award allows for accelerated vesting upon qualifying termination and includes double-trigger vesting provisions related to a change in control exceeding $25 per share [4]. - The second PSU award has a five-year performance period divided into seven tranches, each requiring specific average stock price hurdles ranging from $9 to $33 [5]. - Each tranche has time-based vesting conditions, with the first tranche vesting on the first anniversary and subsequent tranches vesting quarterly over the following years [5]. - Similar to the first PSU award, the second PSU award includes provisions for accelerated vesting upon death or disability and double-trigger vesting related to a change in control exceeding $25 per share [5]. Company Overview - Opendoor is a leading e-commerce platform for residential real estate transactions, aiming to simplify the process of buying and selling homes [6]. - The Company has been operational since 2014 and serves markets across the U.S. [6].

Core Viewpoint - Pacifica Silver Corp. has issued 2.6 million stock options to its directors, officers, and consultants to incentivize long-term commitment and align their interests with shareholders [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Options Details - The stock options have an exercise price of C$1.14 per share and are exercisable for five years from the grant date [3]. - The options will vest over a 24-month period, with 25% vesting six months after the grant date, and an additional 25% vesting every six months thereafter [3]. - All options are subject to the terms of the Company's equity incentive plan and applicable regulatory approvals [3]. Group 2: Company Overview - Pacifica Silver Corp. is a Canadian resource company focused on its 100% owned Claudia Project in Durango, Mexico, which spans 11,876 hectares [4]. - The Claudia Project is located in the historic El Papantón Mining District, where at least nine small mines operated in the 20th century, and has shown high-grade silver and gold intercepts [4]. - The company also holds an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Janampalla Property in Central Perú, which has indicated widespread, high-grade copper-gold mineralization [5].