CSE: LUXFrankfurt/Stuttgart: NGOPink: NWLXFSeptember 29, 2025 – TheNewswire - Vancouver, British Columbia – Newlox Gold Ventures Corp, (“Newlox” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that further to its press release of July 22, 29 and 31, 2025, it has closed the final tranche of the private placement which was oversubscribed by $793,219.88. An aggregate of 8,884,284, units (“Units”) at a price of $0.07 per Unit for gross proceeds of $621,899.8 (the “Offering”) was issued on September 26, 2025.  Each U ...

Core Insights - September 2025 marks a significant period for precious metals, with gold surpassing $3,700 per ounce and silver reaching $46.04 per ounce, driven by Federal Reserve monetary easing, inflation concerns, central bank purchases, and geopolitical tensions [1][2][35] Market Performance Overview - Gold has seen a remarkable rally, trading at approximately $3,796.90 on September 23, 2025, representing a 44% increase from September 2024 [2] - Silver has outperformed gold, reaching a 14-year high of $44.11 on September 22, 2025, with a year-to-date gain of over 50% [4][5] Gold and Silver Dynamics - The gold-silver ratio is currently around 86:1, indicating that silver may be undervalued compared to gold, with potential for significant appreciation if the ratio normalizes to historical averages [6][7][38] - The Federal Reserve's recent rate cut and projected future cuts are expected to support precious metals prices, as gold typically performs well during periods of monetary easing with inflation above 2% [8][10][11] Central Bank Activity - Central banks added 166 tonnes of gold in Q2 2025, reflecting a 33% decline from Q1 but still 40% higher than the 2010-2021 average, with Poland being the largest net purchaser [14][15][16] - The shift towards gold by central banks is driven by geopolitical concerns and a desire to diversify away from traditional currency holdings [16][17] Industrial Demand and Supply Dynamics - Silver's industrial applications are expanding, with the electric vehicle industry accounting for 2.9% of global silver demand and the solar industry for 16%, growing at 14% annually [18][19] - Supply constraints in silver production are expected to lead to a shortage, as major mining operations face challenges in increasing output [21][22] Mining Stocks and ETF Performance - Precious metals mining stocks have significantly outperformed the underlying metals, with the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index returning 52.65% year-to-date [23] - Despite strong performance, precious metals ETFs have seen outflows, indicating that many investors remain under-allocated to precious metals [25][26] Technical Analysis and Price Forecasts - Analysts have revised precious metals forecasts upward, with expectations for gold to reach $4,000 per ounce in 2026 and silver potentially testing all-time highs [32][40] - Key technical levels for gold are being monitored closely, with resistance at $3,750 and $3,850, and support at $3,550 and $3,450 [31] Investment Implications - Experts recommend a portfolio allocation of 10% to 15% in silver and no more than 20% in total for precious metals to provide diversification and inflation protection [34] - The current environment suggests a compelling contrarian opportunity for investors, as the sector remains under-owned despite strong fundamentals [39]

Core Insights - Silver prices reached a new high in September, driven by expectations of inflation due to tariffs and rate cuts, benefiting silver stocks and ETFs [2] Silver Market Overview - Mining companies often discover gold, copper, and other industrial metals while extracting silver, which can influence the overall valuation of silver stocks [3] Silver ETFs - The iShares Silver Trust is designed to reflect silver prices, showing an uptrend since August/September 2022, with a significant moving average crossover indicating bullish momentum [6] - The Global X Silver Miners ETF provides a diversified portfolio of silver stocks, with recent trading volumes at their highest and an "overbought" relative strength indicator [9] Company Analysis - **Endeavour Silver**: - Market capitalization of $2.26 billion, with producing mines in Mexico and Peru. Earnings down 120% this year and 18.21% over three years, but recent price movements show upward trends [13] - **First Majestic Silver**: - Market cap of $5.70 billion, with four producing mines in Mexico. Earnings up 235% this year but down 157% over three years. The stock price increased by 14.31% this week, with a potential moving average crossover imminent [16] - **Pan American Silver**: - Market capitalization of $15.53 billion, with operations in Canada, Mexico, and South America. Earnings up 149% this year but down 12.83% over three years. The stock price rose 5.12% this week, reaching a new high [19]

Core Viewpoint - Growth stocks are appealing due to their potential for above-average financial growth, but identifying stocks that can fulfill their growth potential is challenging [1] Group 1: Company Overview - Hecla Mining (HL) is highlighted as a recommended growth stock with a favorable Growth Score and a top Zacks Rank [2] - The company has a historical EPS growth rate of 5.8%, but projected EPS growth for this year is expected to be 172.7%, significantly higher than the industry average of 53.3% [5] Group 2: Financial Metrics - Hecla Mining has an asset utilization ratio (sales-to-total-assets ratio) of 0.35, indicating it generates $0.35 in sales for every dollar in assets, which is above the industry average of 0.33 [6] - The company's sales are projected to grow by 20.7% this year, slightly above the industry average of 20.2% [7] Group 3: Earnings Estimates - There has been a positive trend in earnings estimate revisions for Hecla Mining, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year increasing by 11.1% over the past month [9] - The combination of a Zacks Rank 2 and a Growth Score of A suggests that Hecla Mining is positioned as a potential outperformer for growth investors [11]

Denarius Metals Announces Details for the September 30, 2025 Interest Payments on Its Convertible Unsecured DebenturesSeptember 26, 2025 7:00 AM EDT | Source: Denarius Metals Corp.Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - September 26, 2025) - Denarius Metals Corp. (Cboe CA: DMET) (OTCQX: DNRSF) ("Denarius Metals" or the "Company") announced today the details for the forthcoming monthly interest payments due on September 30, 2025 on its convertible unsecured debentures due October 19, 2029 (the "202 ...

Core Insights - Endeavour Silver Corp. announced positive drill results from its exploration program at the Kolpa Mine in Peru, highlighting the geological potential of the area for mineralization [1][6][12] Exploration and Geological Insights - The Kolpa Mine is characterized by sub-vertical geological structures formed by the Andean Orogeny, creating significant vein systems that guide mineralization [1] - Structural pairing has been identified, enhancing the potential for mineral discovery across neighboring vein sets [2] Drilling Activities and Results - Drilling in Corridor 3 focused on the Poderosa West and Caudalosa Chica veins, with significant mineralization identified [3][4] - The Poderosa West vein has been mapped for approximately 2.5 kilometers, with 14 drill holes totaling 2,343 meters completed, intersecting significant mineralization zones [3][5] - Key drill results include: - Hole DDH-H1-25-88: 247 grams per tonne (gpt) Ag, 0.77% Pb, 10.70% Zn, and 0.55% Cu over 8.20 meters estimated true width [8] - Hole DDH-H1-25-92: 266 gpt Ag, 1.34% Pb, 4.73% Zn, and 0.23% Cu over 5.15 meters estimated true width [8] Future Plans - Management is evaluating surface exploration and recent drill results to design a systematic exploration program at the Kolpa Mine [5] - Ongoing underground development at Poderosa West will facilitate access for new underground drill stations, with drilling activity scheduled to resume in late Q4 2025 [5][6] Company Overview - Endeavour Silver is a mid-tier precious metals company committed to sustainable mining practices, with operations in Mexico and Peru, and aims to become a premier senior silver producer [14]

Core Viewpoint - Contango ORE, Inc. has successfully priced its underwritten public offering of common shares, raising approximately $50 million to fund its mining projects and general corporate purposes [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The offering consists of 1,975,000 shares priced at $20.00 per share and includes a pre-funded warrant for 525,000 shares at $19.99 each, with gross proceeds expected to be around $50 million before expenses [1]. - The closing of the offering is anticipated to occur on or about September 26, 2025, pending customary closing conditions [1]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - Net proceeds will be allocated to advance the Lucky Shot project towards a mine production decision over the next two years, including drilling and underground development [2]. - Funds will also support the Johnson Tract project, focusing on road construction, camp winterization, exploration tunnel construction, and feasibility-level mine planning [2]. - Remaining proceeds will be utilized for general corporate purposes, including working capital [2]. Group 3: Management and Underwriters - Canaccord Genuity is the Sole Bookrunner for the offering, with Cormark Securities as Lead Manager and Maxim Group LLC, Roth Capital Partners, and Freedom Capital Markets as Co-Managers [3]. Group 4: Company Overview - Contango ORE, Inc. is engaged in gold exploration in Alaska, holding interests in multiple projects, including a 30% stake in Peak Gold, LLC, and leases on the Johnson Tract and Lucky Shot projects [6]. - The company has approximately 8,600 acres of peripheral mining claims and a 100% interest in about 145,000 acres of State of Alaska mining claims [6].

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ValOre Metals Corp. (“ValOre”) (TSX-V: VO, OTCQB: KVLQF, Frankfurt: KEQ0), today announced the appointment of Nick Smart as Chief Executive Officer of ValOre Metals Corp, effective October 1, 2025. Nick brings a wealth of relevant experience to ValOre, having led the design, delivery and operation of multiple complex mining capital projects globally. Nick earned a BSc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town and gained experie ...

Group 1: Gold Market Insights - Gold prices are near record highs, with the COMEX gold December delivery contract trading at $3,790.50 per troy ounce, reflecting a 0.6% increase on the day and a rise of over 40% year-to-date in 2025 [3][5] - The recent surge in gold prices was influenced by comments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell, who indicated a cautious approach to interest rate cuts, which temporarily affected market enthusiasm [4][5] - Central banks are maintaining a strong appetite for gold, with purchases exceeding 1,000 tonnes per year for three consecutive years, reminiscent of the 2008-09 financial crisis [6][7] Group 2: Silver Market Insights - Silver prices reached a 14-year high of $43.81 per troy ounce, marking a nearly 50% appreciation year-to-date, driven by similar market dynamics as gold [9] - The COMEX silver contract for December delivery was up 1.99% to $45.07, indicating continued upward momentum in the silver market [10] - Retail investors are increasingly turning to both physical gold and gold exchange-traded funds as safe-haven investments amid geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties [8]

Core Insights - Goldstorm Metals Corp. has completed the Induced Polarization (IP) survey and is currently conducting the Magnetotelluric (MT) survey at its 100%-owned Crown Property, which spans approximately 16,000 hectares adjacent to significant gold-copper projects [1][5] - The company is preparing for a 1,200-meter diamond drill program at the Electrum Property, targeting high-grade gold and silver intervals based on previous drill results [3][6] - Recent prospecting and rock sampling have yielded 527 samples from the Crown Project, with results expected in three weeks, which will help in selecting drill targets for the Orion Spine [5][6] Geophysical Surveys - The IP and MT surveys aim to advance exploration at the Copernicus Zone and test geochemical anomalies along the Orion Spine [1][5] - Results from these surveys will refine the understanding of mineralized zones and assist in identifying large-scale targets along the 1.4-kilometer-long Copernicus Zone and the 6-kilometer-long Orion Spine [5][6] Electrum Drill Program - The 2025 drill program at Electrum will consist of six holes, totaling approximately 1,200 meters, focusing on areas with historical high-grade gold and silver results [6][7] - Historical production from the East Gold Mine area between 1939 and 1965 yielded 3,816 ounces of gold and 2,442 ounces of silver from 45 tons of ore, indicating the area's potential [6][7] Company Overview - Goldstorm Metals Corp. is positioned in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia, an area known for hosting some of the largest and highest-grade gold deposits globally [11] - The company's flagship projects, Crown and Electrum, cover a total area of 16,469 hectares across six concessions, with significant proximity to major mining operations [11]