TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Nordic Metals Corp. (TSX-V: FNM, FNSE: FNMC SDB, OTCQX: FNMCF, FRA: HEG0) (“First Nordic” or the “Company”) and Mawson Finland Limited (“Mawson”) (TSX-V: MFL, FRA: PM6) are pleased to announce the successful closing of the previously announced acquisition by First Nordic of all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Mawson (the “Mawson Shares”) by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) (the “Transacti ...

Not for distribution to United States news wire services or for dissemination in the United States VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Asante Gold Corporation (TSX-V: ASE | GSE: ASG | OTCQX: ASGOF) ("Asante" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with BMO Capital Markets ("BMO"), pursuant to which BMO has agreed to act as lead underwriter and sole bookrunner, on behalf of a syndicate of underwriters (together with BMO, the "Underwriters"), t ...

Expanded Phase 2 (EP2) Overview - The Expanded Phase 2 (EP2) project aims to add a 13 Mtpa plant to achieve a total throughput of 21 Mtpa by the end of 2028[9] - The capital cost for EP2 is estimated at $144 billion[11] - The project targets over 500,000 ounces of annual gold production for the first 10 full years[13] - Phase 1A aims to increase plant design throughput from 6 Mtpa to 8 Mtpa by the end of 2026, with a capital cost of $110 million[9, 11] Production and Cost Guidance - The project anticipates annual average gold production of 500,000-525,000 ounces for the first 10 full years (2029-2038)[14] - Annual average silver production is projected at 2,000,000-2,500,000 ounces for the first 10 full years (2029-2038)[14] - All-in sustaining costs (AISC) are estimated at $1,000-$1,100 per ounce of gold for the first 10 full years[14] Project Execution and Benefits - Front-end engineering and design for EP2 were completed in December 2025, with advanced planning for early works and construction[30] - The EP2 processing plant will be a separate facility adjacent to the Phase 1 processing plant, minimizing disruption to current operations[22] - The project is expected to create approximately 1,200 direct employee and contractor positions for operations, plus around 1,500 employees and contractors during construction[41]

Key Takeaways Aris Mining's Q3 2025 AISC climbed, with Segovia costs rising to $1,641 per ounce year over year.ARMN saw higher costs from mill feed purchases, royalties and ramp-up of Segovia's second mill.Aris Mining's AISC margin improved sharply on higher gold prices and increased sales volumes.Aris Mining Corporation (ARMN) is plagued by elevated cost pressures. In the third quarter of 2025, ARMN reported an increase in its all-in-sustaining costs (AISC) per ounce, a key indicator of cost efficiency in ...

Thesis Summary Newmont Corporation (NEM) is not just a gold miner. It is my insurance policy against Federal Reserve policy, fiscal dominance, and currency debasement. The Fed has made its position clear. Liquidity is returning, balance-sheet expansion has resumed under a ...

Core Thesis - Newmont Corporation (NEM) is positioned as an insurance policy against Federal Reserve policy, fiscal dominance, and currency debasement [1] Federal Reserve Policy - The Federal Reserve has made its position clear regarding liquidity and balance-sheet expansion [1]

TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Shore Gold Ltd. (“Rocky Shore” or the “Company”) (CSE: RSG) is pleased to announce that ongoing data compilation at its recently optioned Mosquito Hill and recently acquired Reid gold deposits (see news releases dated December 12, 2025 and December 2, 2025) has identified thick, higher-grade gold intervals within both deposits’ mineralized envelopes from historical drill logs. Both porphyry-controlled gold deposits are at surface and are open along strike and ...

TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GLOBEX MINING ENTERPRISES INC. (GMX – Toronto Stock Exchange, G1MN – Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin, Munich, Tradegate, Lang & Schwarz, LS Exchange, TTMzero, Düsseldorf and Quotrix Düsseldorf Stock Exchanges and GLBXF – OTCQX International in the US) is pleased to update shareholders as regards exploration by Cartier Resources Inc. (ECR-TSXV, 6CA-FSE) on Globex’s Nordeau Royalty claims in Vauquelin Township (32C03) 45 km southeast of Val d’Or, Quebec. Globex holds a ...

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 16, 2025) - Forge Resources Corp. (CSE: FRG) (OTCQB: FRGGF) (FSE: 5YZ) ("FRG" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce full gold assay results from drill hole ALT-25-012 at the Payoff Zone intersecting 3.4 g/t gold over 44.75 metres from 256.23 metres and discovery results from hole ALT-25-013 at the Alimony Zone grading at 1.04 g/t gold over 55.52 metres from 91.99 metres, at its Alotta Project in Yukon (Figure 1).Highlights:Final results from drill ...

Core Insights - Gold is expected to be one of the best-performing assets of 2025, having set over 50 record highs this year, with potential for further gains into 2026 [1] - The WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund (GDMN) has more than tripled since the start of 2025, indicating strong performance [1][2] Market Outlook for 2026 - GDMN may not replicate its 2025 performance but still has potential for upside due to favorable conditions such as an accommodative Federal Reserve [2] - Geopolitical and macroeconomic volatility are likely to be catalysts for gold in 2026, which could impact GDMN positively [3] - The World Gold Council (WGC) suggests that if economic growth slows and interest rates fall, gold could see moderate gains, while a severe downturn could lead to strong performance [4] - The prevailing market sentiment indicates that 2026 could be another good year for gold, positioning GDMN for potential outperformance against spot bullion prices [5] Economic Factors - The combination of falling yields, elevated geopolitical stress, and a flight-to-safety trend could create strong tailwinds for gold, with projections of a 15% to 30% increase in 2026 from current levels [6]