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Royal Gold to Acquire Sandstorm Gold Royalties and Horizon Copper, Forming Large-Scale, Industry-Leading Streaming and Royalty Company
Prnewswire· 2025-07-07 11:00
Core Viewpoint - Sandstorm Gold Ltd. has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement with Royal Gold Inc. for an all-share transaction valued at approximately $3.5 billion, providing Sandstorm shareholders with a premium on their shares [1][24][25]. Transaction Details - Sandstorm shareholders will receive 0.0625 of a Royal Gold Share for each Sandstorm Share held, representing a 21% premium to the 20-day volume-weighted average price (VWAP) and a 17% premium to the closing price on July 3, 2025 [1][24]. - Royal Gold will issue approximately 19 million shares to Sandstorm shareholders, resulting in former Sandstorm shareholders owning about 23% of the issued Royal Gold Shares on a fully diluted basis [25]. Strategic Rationale - The transaction is expected to create significant value for Sandstorm shareholders by providing immediate premium and maintaining exposure to a high-quality, long-life portfolio [4][5]. - The merger aims to close the valuation gap between Sandstorm and mid-tier royalty peers, improve portfolio maturity, and enhance access to institutional investors [5][7]. Pro-Forma Royal Gold - Post-transaction, Royal Gold will have a diversified portfolio of 393 streams and royalties, with 80 cash-flowing assets and 47 in development, primarily focused on precious metals [8][9]. - The revenue mix for 2025 is projected to be approximately 87% from precious metals, with gold contributing about 75% of total revenue [9][10]. Key Producing Assets - Notable assets include Mount Milligan, Pueblo Viejo, and Cortez, which are expected to contribute significantly to Royal Gold's revenue through their respective production guidance [12][13][14]. - Mount Milligan is projected to produce 165,000–185,000 ounces of gold and 50–60 million pounds of copper in 2025 [12]. Key Development Assets - Development projects such as MARA, Hod Maden, and Platreef are expected to provide substantial organic production growth over the long term [19][20][22]. - MARA is anticipated to produce approximately 200,000 tonnes of copper equivalent per year with a mine life exceeding 20 years [19]. Board Recommendations - The Boards of Directors of Royal Gold and Sandstorm, along with a special committee of independent directors, have determined that the transactions are in the best interests of their respective companies [23]. Approval and Timing - The completion of the transactions is subject to shareholder approvals and regulatory conditions, with an expected closing in the fourth quarter of 2025 [34][27][30].
ValOre Reports Results from Successful 87 Hole Trado® Auger Drilling Campaign at Pedra Branca, Including 10.0 m at 12.95 g/t 2PGE+Au from Surface
Globenewswire· 2025-07-02 11:00
Core Viewpoint - ValOre Metals Corp. is advancing its Pedra Branca Platinum Group Elements (PGE) Project in Brazil, focusing on high-quality gold exploration and development opportunities while achieving significant exploration results from recent drilling activities [1][2][4]. Exploration Highlights - The recent Trado auger drilling program at the Esbarro deposit involved 87 holes, with over 560 meters of PGE-bearing rock intercepted, confirming high-grade mineralization [5][6]. - Notable assay results include a standout from hole AD25ES99, which reported 10.0 meters grading 12.95 g/t 2PGE+Au, including 4.0 meters at 29.57 g/t 2PGE+Au [2][11]. - A total of 74 out of 87 holes returned PGE mineralization, with 28 holes exceeding 10 gram-metres in grade-thickness values [5][6]. Regulatory Advancements - Brazil's National Mining Agency (ANM) has approved the Final Exploration Reports for key mineral claims within the Pedra Branca Project, allowing the claims to enter the Mining Concession application phase [12][13]. - This regulatory milestone enhances the project's development readiness and enables intensified technical de-risking and project development work [13]. Metallurgical and Engineering Developments - Ongoing metallurgical testwork is being conducted in collaboration with the University of Cape Town, focusing on optimizing PGE recoveries from various rock domains, with preliminary results expected by the end of July [6][12]. - Preliminary water supply studies are set to begin in the second half of 2025 as part of preparations for a future Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) [6]. Resource Potential - The Pedra Branca project hosts a total inferred resource of approximately 2.2 million ounces (Moz) of 2PGE+Au, with significant exploration and resource expansion potential identified [21][12].
Wheaton Precious Metals: High Margins, Zero Debt
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-30 13:12
Group 1 - Wheaton Precious Metals operates a unique streaming model, providing upfront financing to miners in exchange for a percentage of future metal production at low costs [1] - This streaming model has resulted in consistent, high-return investments for the company [1] Group 2 - The company does not own mines, which differentiates it from traditional mining companies [1]
Fortuna Reports Voting Results of its 2025 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
Globenewswire· 2025-06-26 23:51
Core Points - Fortuna Mining Corp. held its 2025 annual general meeting of shareholders, with 188,888,907 common shares represented, accounting for 61.54% of the total issued and outstanding shares [2] - Shareholders voted in favor of all business matters, including the appointment of auditors and the election of all director nominees listed in the Management Information Circular dated May 1, 2025 [2] Voting Results - Jorge A. Ganoza received 159,475,985 votes (99.48% for) with 831,198 votes withheld (0.52%) [2] - David Laing received 154,870,542 votes (96.61% for) with 5,436,641 votes withheld (3.39%) [2] - Mario Szotlender received 154,344,778 votes (96.28% for) with 5,962,405 votes withheld (3.72%) [2] - David Farrell received 148,807,290 votes (92.83% for) with 11,499,893 votes withheld (7.17%) [2] - Alfredo Sillau received 158,876,299 votes (99.11% for) with 1,430,884 votes withheld (0.89%) [2] - Kylie Dickson received 159,252,340 votes (99.34% for) with 1,054,844 votes withheld (0.66%) [2] - Kate Harcourt received 159,513,569 votes (99.50% for) with 793,615 votes withheld (0.50%) [2] - Salma Seetaroo received 159,228,957 votes (99.33% for) with 1,078,227 votes withheld (0.67%) [2] Company Overview - Fortuna Mining Corp. is a Canadian precious metals mining company with operations in Argentina, Côte d'Ivoire, Mexico, and Peru, and exploration activities including the Diamba Sud Gold Project in Senegal [3] - The company focuses on sustainability, producing gold and silver while generating long-term shared value for stakeholders through efficient production, environmental protection, and social responsibility [3]
Endeavour Silver Amends and Restates Project Loan Credit Facility to Include Additional Credit Facility of US$15 Million
Globenewswire· 2025-06-24 11:48
Core Viewpoint - Endeavour Silver Corp. has amended its senior secured debt facility, increasing the principal amount to $135 million to support the commissioning of the Terronera Project in Mexico and for general working capital purposes [1][2]. Financing Details - The Credit Facility was increased by $15 million, bringing the total to $135 million [2]. - Proceeds will be utilized for completing commissioning at the Terronera Project and for general working capital [2]. Risk Management Strategy - Terronera has implemented zero cost collars to manage silver price exposure, protecting the downside at $31.00 per ounce and allowing participation in silver price appreciation up to $42.00 for approximately 968,000 silver ounces over the next twelve months [3]. Project Progress - Commissioning activities at the Terronera Project are proceeding as planned and are aligned with management's expectations [4]. Company Overview - Endeavour Silver is a mid-tier precious metals company focused on sustainable mining practices, with operations in Mexico and Peru, and aims to become a premier senior silver producer [5].
Skeena Gold & Silver Announces Results of Annual General Meeting
Globenewswire· 2025-06-24 01:01
Core Points - Skeena Resources Limited held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on June 23, 2025, in Vancouver, where shareholders approved the re-election of all existing Directors and the election of Mr. Hansjoerg Plaggemars to the Board [1] - A total of 82,703,300 shares were voted, representing 72.2% of the common shares issued and outstanding [2] - The voting results showed high approval rates for the re-elected Directors, with Walter Coles receiving 99.48% and Randy Reichert 99.97% of votes in favor [3] Voting Results - Walter Coles received 70,962,376 votes, equating to 99.48% approval [3] - Randy Reichert received 71,307,252 votes, equating to 99.97% approval [3] - Craig Parry received 62,720,699 votes, equating to 87.93% approval [3] - Suki Gill received 68,105,501 votes, equating to 95.48% approval [3] - Greg Beard received 66,624,648 votes, equating to 93.40% approval [3] - Nathalie Sajous received 70,813,332 votes, equating to 99.28% approval [3] - Hansjoerg Plaggemars received 43,963,895 votes, equating to 61.63% approval [3] Company Overview - Skeena is focused on advancing the Eskay Creek Gold-Silver Project, which is expected to be one of the highest-grade and lowest-cost open-pit precious metals mines globally [5] - The company emphasizes sustainable mining practices and aims to maximize its mineral resources while fostering positive relationships with Indigenous communities [5]
Halcones Precious Metals Grants Stock Options and Restricted Share Units
Globenewswire· 2025-06-23 22:00
Core Points - Halcones Precious Metals Corp. has granted 3,500,000 stock options to certain officers, directors, and consultants at an exercise price of $0.10 per share for a two-year period [1][2] - The company has also issued 4,550,000 restricted share units (RSUs) that will vest annually over three years, starting from the one-year anniversary of the grant date [2] - The grants of stock options and RSUs are subject to approval by the TSX Venture Exchange [2] Company Overview - Halcones Precious Metals Corp. is focused on exploring and developing gold-silver projects in Chile [3] - The company has a team with a strong background in exploration success within the region [3]
Nord Precious Metals Secures MICA Investment to Scale Critical Minerals Production from Tailings
Thenewswire· 2025-06-23 13:00
Re-2Ox hydrometallurgical system addresses arsenic barrier to battery metals recovery Coquitlam, BC – TheNewswire - June 23, 2025 - Nord Precious Metals Mining Inc. (TSX-V: NTH | OTCQB: CCWOF | FRANKFURT: 4T9B) announced today it has secured $200,000 in funding from the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network to advance its Re-2Ox technology from Technology Readiness Level 6 to TRL 7, positioning the system for commercial deployment and licensing opportunities. The funding, part of MI ...
Sierra Madre Announces Annual General Meeting Results
Newsfile· 2025-06-19 02:19
Core Points - Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd. held its Annual General Meeting on June 18, 2025, in Vancouver, British Columbia, where shareholders voted on several key motions [1] - A total of 75,415,346 votes were cast, representing 48.989% of the total shares outstanding eligible to vote [2] Election of Directors - The number of directors was set at five, with 99.959% of shares voting in favor [3] - Individual director nominees received the following support: - Alexander Langer: 99.871% for, 0.129% abstain - Greg Smith: 99.952% for, 0.048% abstain - Alejandro Caraveo-Vallina: 99.958% for, 0.042% abstain - Jorge Ramiro Monroy: 99.946% for, 0.054% abstain - Sean McGrath: 99.960% for, 0.040% abstain [4] Appointment of Auditors - Shareholders re-appointed Davidson & Company LLP as auditors, with 99.954% of shares voting in favor [5] Approval of Stock Option Plan - The current 10% Rolling Stock Option Plan was approved by shareholders, with 99.936% of shares voting in favor [6] Company Overview - Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd. is focused on the Guitarra mine in the Temascaltepec mining district, Mexico, and the Tepic property in Nayarit, Mexico [7] - The Guitarra mine is a permitted underground mine with a processing facility that restarted commercial production in January 2025 [7] - The Tepic Project covers over 2,600 hectares and hosts low-sulphidation epithermal gold and silver mineralization with an existing historic resource [8]
Franco-Nevada Update on Arbitration Proceeding in Panama
Prnewswire· 2025-06-18 21:30
Core Viewpoint - Franco-Nevada Corporation has agreed to suspend its arbitration proceeding related to the Cobre Panama mine after engaging with the Government of Panama's legal counsel [1][2] Group 1 - Franco-Nevada had previously filed a request for arbitration under the Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement to the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes on June 27, 2024 [1] - The company expresses hope for a resolution that benefits the Panamanian people and all parties involved [2]