NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Giga Metals Corp. (“Giga Metals” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: GIGA; OTCQB: GIGGF; FSE: BRR2) announces that, further to its news release dated October 15, 2025, the Company has amended the terms of its previously announced non-brokered private placement financing (the "Offering"). Each Critical Minerals FT Unit will now include one flow-through share (“FT Share”) that qu ...

Core Insights - Appian Capital Advisory Limited, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), is launching a $1 billion fund focused on critical minerals and mining projects in emerging markets [1][3][5] - The fund aims to support responsible and impactful mining projects essential for energy supply and future technologies, particularly in Africa and Latin America [3][4][5] Fund Structure and Investment Focus - The fund will be managed by Appian and will invest alongside existing Appian funds, targeting equity, credit, and royalty investments in the mining sector [3][5] - All investments must comply with IFC's strict performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards [3][5] Initial Investment and Project Details - The fund's first investment will be in the Santa Rita nickel-copper-cobalt mine in Brazil, which is transitioning to underground mining and is expected to produce approximately 30,000 tons of nickel equivalent annually [3][4][5] - The Santa Rita mine has a lifespan exceeding 30 years and is owned by Appian's wholly-owned subsidiary, Atlantic Nickel [3][4] Significance of the Fund - This fund is the first of its kind focused on mining investments in emerging markets, aiming to provide funding across all project stages and promote economic growth and social benefits in host countries [4][5] - The collaboration between IFC and Appian marks a significant partnership in the mining sector, with Appian managing approximately $5 billion in assets and a team of over 100 experienced professionals [4][6] Broader Impact and Goals - The fund is designed to create strong financial returns while enhancing development outcomes, promoting job growth, and improving community infrastructure [5][6] - Appian's CEO emphasized the importance of mining in driving sustainable economic growth and creating lasting benefits for local communities, particularly in regions with urgent development needs [6]

DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Solitario Resources Corp. ("Solitario" or the "Company") (NYSE American:XPL)(TSX:SLR) is pleased to announce that it has secured drilling permits for its Cat Creek critical metals project in Colorado. The Cat Creek project represents a high-quality undrilled molybdenum-rhenium porphyry system. ...

Vancouver, British Columbia – TheNewswire -  October 21, 2025 – Adamera Minerals Corp. (TSX-V: ADZ; OTC: DDNFF) ("Adamera" or the "Company") reports that it will offer for joint venture its Talisman Copper -Silver - Tungsten Property, located near Laurier, Washington, which includes the historic Talisman tungsten mine.  Talisman is not core to the Company’s business, although in light of increased demand for critical minerals the project warrants exploration.  Adamera has conducted a mineral potential revi ...

Core Viewpoint - American Battery Technology (ABAT) is experiencing significant volatility following the cancellation of a $57.7 million Department of Energy (DOE) grant, despite previously publishing a positive Pre-Feasibility Study on its lithium project [1][3]. Company Performance - ABAT shares increased by 100% over the month before plummeting by 57% in a few days after the grant cancellation [1]. - As of October 21, ABAT stock rebounded, gaining 38.56% on that day and an additional 2.86% in pre-market trading, reaching $6.90 [2]. Strategic Importance - Analysts believe ABAT is crucial for the domestic critical mineral supply chain, suggesting that its success should not depend solely on a single grant [3]. - The company plans to appeal the DOE's decision and remains optimistic about its future prospects [4][6]. Project Continuation - Regardless of the appeal outcome, ABAT intends to proceed with its lithium hydroxide production project without altering its timeline or scope [6]. - The project has received support from the Trump Administration's National Energy Dominance Council, which has expedited its permitting process [6]. Market Context - ABAT's strategy focuses on reducing U.S. reliance on foreign lithium, particularly from China, and aims to localize the entire battery supply chain [7]. - The growing AI sector and electric vehicle industry, both reliant on rare earths and lithium, could benefit ABAT's business model [8]. Investment Considerations - ABAT's stock currently trades at a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 8.1x, significantly higher than the metals and mining industry's average of 2.4x, indicating high investor expectations for growth [9]. - The company's potential to benefit from increasing domestic lithium production demand may attract risk-prone investors willing to navigate price volatility [11].

Core Insights - Appian Capital Advisory Limited has launched a critical minerals, metals, and mining fund for emerging markets in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), with a total capital commitment of up to US$1 billion [1][3][6] Fund Overview - The Fund is designed to align with IFC's investment mandate, focusing on financing private sector development in emerging markets while ensuring financial returns and measurable development impact [3][4] - It will co-invest alongside existing Appian funds, targeting equity, credit, and royalty investments in the metals and mining sectors, particularly in Africa and Latin America [4][6] - All investments will adhere to IFC's stringent performance criteria and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards [4][7] Investment Focus - The Fund's first investment is in Brazil's Santa Rita nickel-copper-cobalt mine, which is transitioning to underground production, with an expected output of approximately 30,000 tonnes per year of nickel equivalent and a mine life exceeding 30 years [5][6][7] - The Fund represents the first dedicated mining vehicle focused exclusively on emerging markets, financing mineral development projects across all stages, including construction, production, and expansion [6][7] Strategic Importance - The partnership between IFC and Appian marks IFC's first collaboration with a private equity investor specializing in mining, aimed at expanding access to critical resources and fostering economic growth [7][9] - Appian has a strong track record, having brought 12 mining projects into production since 2016, more than the five largest international mining companies combined [8][9] Management and Expertise - Appian manages approximately US$5.0 billion in assets, supported by a team of over 100 experienced investment professionals with expertise in identifying and optimizing metals and mining projects [7][11] - The Fund will provide management teams with access to Appian's technical and financial expertise, along with support from IFC and the World Bank for ESG and community development initiatives [7][9]

💥BREAKING:🇺🇸🇦🇺 PRESIDENT TRUMP SIGNS CRITICAL MINERALS AND RARE EARTHS TRADE DEAL WITH AUSTRALIA TO COUNTER CHINA. https://t.co/XhwcZsAT2q ...

Leaders of the country's governments announced they would work together to secure critical minerals supplies outside of Chinese control. The deal includes a new gallium refinery in Western Australia. https://t.co/pW1HreRzpL ...

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What should we take away from from this meeting with the prime minister of Australia that that has not, you know, has been a long time coming. It has not happened until now. >> Yeah, that's right.A fairly warm meeting between two men from opposite ends of the political spectrum here. The president and the prime minister announcing what I'm told by a White House official is a $3 billion joint venture product project to develop critical minerals between these two companies countries rather that they believe c ...