Palm Valley Capital Management, an investment management firm, has released the “Palm Valley Capital Fund” fourth-quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here.  In the fourth quarter, Palm Valley Capital Fund appreciated 0.66% compared to a 1.70% gain for the S&P SmallCap 600 and a 3.12% rise in the Morningstar Small Cap Total Return Index. At the beginning of the quarter, the Fund allocated 74.1% to Treasury bills and increased to 76.3% by the end of the quarter. The equity ho ...

Global Research 31 December 2025 Re-evaluating white metals, mindful of upside risk White precious metals took the lead in the final month of 2025. We think the ongoing tightness has been a key factor, amplified further by thinner liquidity conditions during the year-end holiday period. There has also been a notable increase in activity out of China, which we think has also been an important factor driving the recent price action. With silver and PGMs lagging gold's rally for the most part, relative-value a ...

With the run-up in prices for many precious metals this year, the metals and mining sector is expected to have a good 2025. Exchange-traded funds that track the sector, such as the State Street SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF (XME), are up 83% year-to-date (YTD). Jefferies analyst Christopher LeFemina is among those betting that the run will continue in 2026. He wrote in the firm’s Mining Minutes note that “the sector should outperform again as a result.” More News from Barchart Barchart’s top-rated gold ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, the company eliminated all debt from its balance sheet, which had been a significant overhang on its stock [8][9] - The company reported having approximately $175 million in cash, with expectations to exceed $200 million due to the exercise of recent warrants [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has made two high-grade silver discoveries, which are expanding in size and are expected to contribute significantly to future operations [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold and silver prices are at all-time highs, with silver projected to reach between $200 and $500 in the coming quarters according to experts [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its high-grade systems and test new targets, positioning itself uniquely in the current market environment [11][12] - An updated resource report and a technical report are expected to be released in the new year, indicating ongoing development efforts [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management views 2025 as a transformational year, emphasizing the importance of the new institutional shareholder base and the potential of the company's projects [8][9] - The company believes it is well-positioned with the right team and balance sheet to capitalize on current market conditions [12] Other Important Information - The company has successfully attracted a strong institutional shareholder base, with 80% of shares held by long-term institutional investors [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Availability of the stockholder list during the virtual meeting - Management acknowledged the issue and indicated that the list would be addressed after the meeting [12][16]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, the company eliminated all debt from its balance sheet, which had previously created an overhang on its stock [8] - The company now has approximately $175 million in cash, expected to exceed $200 million with the exercise of recent warrants [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has made two high-grade silver discoveries, which are expanding in size and delivering excellent results [9] - Three drill rigs are currently on site, with two more expected to arrive by mid-2026, indicating a strong commitment to exploration and development [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold and silver prices are at all-time highs, with silver expected to reach between $200 and $500 in the coming quarters according to experts [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its high-grade systems, test new targets, and advance towards a production decision [11] - An updated resource report and a technical report are expected to be released in the new year, indicating ongoing development efforts [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management views 2025 as a transformational year, highlighting the successful elimination of debt and the addition of institutional shareholders [8][9] - The company believes it is uniquely positioned in the current market with the right team and balance sheet [12] Other Important Information - 80% of the company's shares are now held by long-term institutional blue-chip shareholders, including significant investments from Eric Sprott and others [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Availability of the stockholder list during the virtual meeting - Management acknowledged the issue and indicated that the list would be addressed after the meeting [12][15]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, the company eliminated all debt from its balance sheet, which had previously created an overhang on its stock [7] - The company reported approximately $175 million in cash, which is expected to exceed $200 million with the exercise of recent warrants from a June offering [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has made two significant high-grade silver discoveries, which are expanding in size and delivering excellent results [8] - Three drill rigs are currently on site, with two additional rigs expected to arrive around mid-2026, indicating a strong commitment to exploration and development [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold and silver prices are at all-time highs, with silver expected to reach between $200 and $500 in the coming quarters according to experts [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its high-grade systems, test new targets, and advance towards a production decision [10] - An updated resource report and a technical report are anticipated in the new year, reflecting the company's proactive approach to development [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management views 2025 as a transformational year, emphasizing the importance of the new institutional shareholder base and the elimination of debt [7][8] - The company believes it is uniquely positioned in the current market with the right team and balance sheet to capitalize on opportunities [11] Other Important Information - 80% of the company's shares are now held by long-term institutional blue-chip shareholders, including significant investments from Eric Sprott and other major firms [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Availability of the stockholder list during the virtual meeting - Management acknowledged the issue and suggested addressing it after the meeting [11][15]

Gold and silver bars overlooking an active open-pit mine highlight strong precious-metals production. Key Points Gold and silver continue to outperform stocks and cryptocurrencies. Canadian precious metals miners could offer a unique advantage in the industry if the USD strengthens against the CAD. Consider these three Canadian mining stocks for precious metals exposure in 2026. Interested in Wheaton Precious Metals Corp.? Here are five stocks we like better. The biggest winners in your portfolio ...

iShares MSCI Global Silver and Metals Miners ETF (SLVP) and VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) differ most on assets under management (AUM), liquidity, and their focus on silver versus gold mining companies.Both iShares MSCI Global Silver and Metals Miners ETF (SLVP +2.95%) and VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX +1.77%) offer exposure to precious metals miners, but their approaches and portfolios set them apart. SLVP is a narrower, silver-centric exchange-traded fund (ETF), while GDX provides broader access to global go ...

Investors and traders committed to precious metals have had quite a run in December and may be wondering whether 2026 could be another banner year. - Getty Images Investors and traders who patiently held on to precious metals this year, which saw a sharp pullback in early April, have been rewarded. Precious metals have had an incredible run during 2025, with silver accelerating in December for a year-to-date gain of 154% early on Dec. 26. - FactSet The above chart shows price movement for continuous fro ...

Bloomberg The value of China’s only pure-play silver fund plunged by its maximum daily limit of 10% on Thursday, ending a frenzied bull run that had prompted its manager to issue a rare series of warnings. The abrupt decline in the UBS SDIC Silver Futures Fund LOF follows weeks of gains – flagged as “unsustainable” by the fund’s manager – fueled by rising global interest in precious metals. Spot silver hit a record high of $72.70 an ounce on Wednesday and is on track for its best annual performance since ...