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Core Viewpoint - XXIX Metal Corp. is actively participating in key industry events, including the PDAC and Ore Day 2026, to showcase its projects and engage with investors [1][2][4]. Group 1: Event Participation - XXIX will exhibit at the Prospector's and Developers International Convention (PDAC) from March 1st to 4th, 2026, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre [1]. - The company will also participate in Ore Day 2026 on February 28, providing a corporate and project update during a private investor lunch [2]. - XXIX will be located at booth 2322 in the Investors Exchange at PDAC [3]. Group 2: Project Overview - XXIX is advancing the Opemiska and Thierry Copper projects, which are significant assets in Canada [5]. - The Opemiska Project is noted for being one of Canada's highest-grade open-pitable copper deposits, covering 21,333 hectares in Quebec, with a Preliminary Economic Assessment indicating a 12,500 tpd operation over a 17-year mine life, yielding an after-tax NPV8% of $505 million and an IRR of 27.2% [5]. - The Thierry Project includes both near-surface and past-producing zones, with substantial infrastructure such as an all-season road and proximity to power and rail [5].

Summary of Hot Chili Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Hot Chili - **Industry**: Copper and Gold Mining - **Project**: Costa Fuego Copper-Gold Project in Chile - **Significance**: Hot Chili is recognized as a leading developer in the global copper sector, being the only Australian representative among the top five independent global copper developments [3][4] Key Points and Arguments Project Development - Hot Chili is advancing the Costa Fuego project, which is currently under feasibility and expected to produce 120,000 tons of copper equivalent annually over a 20-year mine life [4] - The company has experienced a significant increase in stock value, quadrupling in the last 5 to 6 months, attributed to favorable market conditions and a strong investment appetite for copper [5][6] - A recent AUD 40 million placement was secured to expand operations into the North American market and prepare for project financing [5] Market Dynamics - The copper market is undergoing a supply-driven cycle, making copper increasingly valuable alongside iron ore [5] - There is a notable increase in P/NAV ratios for asset-level transactions and takeovers in the copper development space, indicating a growing market interest [6] Growth Catalysts - Hot Chili is focusing on three key growth areas: new discoveries, advancing feasibility studies, and strategic asset development, particularly in water supply [7][8] - The La Verde discovery is expected to significantly enhance the resource base, potentially pushing the project into Tier One asset status [7][15] Resource and Financial Metrics - La Verde is a major discovery with dimensions of 1 kilometer long and 700 meters wide, open in all directions, which could add 5 years of production to the Costa Fuego project [11][15] - The project is projected to deliver higher revenue due to the integration of higher-grade mineralization, improving financial metrics such as payback periods [13][15] - Long-term copper prices are projected at $4.30 per pound and gold at $22.80 per ounce, which are significantly higher than previous estimates [15] Strategic Water Asset - Hot Chili is developing a strategic water asset to support the Costa Fuego project, addressing the critical water scarcity in the region [19] - The company is exploring outsourcing water infrastructure, which can reduce capital expenditures and operational costs [20] - This water supply strategy is expected to support not only Hot Chili's operations but also the broader regional demand for desalination in the copper sector [20] Additional Important Content - The company is well-positioned with a strategic location at a lower elevation, which enhances operational efficiency compared to higher elevation projects [9][18] - The environmental impact assessment for the first stage of the project is expected to be submitted by the end of the year, marking a significant milestone in the permitting process [9] - The upcoming months are anticipated to be eventful with numerous drill results and corporate developments expected [21]