Group 1 - The S&P 500 achieved its seventh consecutive monthly gain in November, with a 0.4% increase, contributing to an overall year-to-date rise of 16.5% [3][10] - An investment of $10,000 in the top-performing S&P 500 stock each month since January would have grown to $392,513, reflecting an extraordinary 3,825% gain over 11 months [2][3] - Albemarle emerged as the top stock in November, rising 32.8%, marking its second time as the monthly leader this year [6][7] Group 2 - Analysts project Albemarle's earnings per share to increase by 63% in 2025 and by 205% in 2026, although the stock is currently considered extended beyond its 200-day moving average [7][8] - Other notable performers in November included Eli Lilly, which gained 27%, and Solventum, which rose 23% [8] - Historically, December is the third-best month for S&P 500 performance, with an average gain of 1.4%, but there are concerns about potential market corrections due to high valuations and external risks [9][10]

Core Insights - Ramaco Resources, Inc. is set to feature its Chairman and CEO, Randall W. Atkins, in an interview on Fox Business, highlighting the company's strategic position in the U.S. critical mineral industry amid China's restrictions on rare earths [1][2] Company Overview - Ramaco Resources operates and develops high-quality, low-cost metallurgical coal in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia, and is also a developing producer of coal, rare earth, and critical minerals in Wyoming [3] - The company has four active metallurgical coal mining complexes in Central Appalachia and is in the initial stages of production for a rare earth and coal mine near Sheridan, Wyoming [3] - In 2023, Ramaco discovered a major deposit of primary magnetic rare earths and critical minerals at its Wyoming mine, which is significant for the U.S. mining landscape [3] Project Highlights - The Brook Mine project in Sheridan, Wyoming, is notable as the first new rare earth mine developed in the U.S. in over 70 years and the first new coal mine in Wyoming in more than 50 years [2] - The interview will provide updates on the Brook Mine project, emphasizing its importance in the context of U.S. mineral independence [2]

TUCSON, Ariz., Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN — Lelantos Holdings, Inc. (OTCID: LNTO) (“Lelantos” or the “Company”), a diversified holdings company, today announced plans to expand its business activities into several new market verticals that complement its existing operations and support the company’s long-term growth strategy. Lelantos is currently pursuing opportunities in: Mineral MiningAggregate MiningSilica Production These sectors align with the company’s operational strengths and are exp ...

Core Viewpoint - Renforth Resources Inc. has engaged the Centre Technologique des Résidus Industriels (CTRI) to explore sustainability technologies for its Victoria nickel sulphide polymetallic deposit in Quebec, aiming to implement innovative and environmentally friendly practices in its operations [1][4]. Group 1: Sustainability Initiatives - The first initiative involves investigating the carbon sequestration capabilities of ultramafic rocks at the Victoria site, with prior research indicating their potential in British Columbia and Quebec [2]. - The second initiative focuses on evaluating three different heap leach processes, including green heap leaching with organic acids, alternative organic leaching methods, and bioleaching [3]. - The third initiative aims to identify nickel bioaccumulating plants that could serve as exploration tools in Canada, leveraging local expertise to explore new scientific approaches for industrial application [4]. Group 2: Collaboration and Expertise - The initiatives will utilize local expertise from the CTRI and affiliated educational institutions to investigate cutting-edge "green" science for potential future industrial adoption at Victoria [4]. - The company emphasizes the opportunity to explore innovative ideas and technologies due to the absence of historical operations at the site, which allows for a fresh approach to meeting environmental and economic goals [4]. Group 3: Technical Oversight - Martin Demers, Vice President of Exploration for Renforth, has reviewed and approved the technical information in the press release, ensuring compliance with NI 43-101 guidelines [5]. Group 4: About CTRI - The CTRI, established in 2000, provides expertise and technical services for innovation, research, and technology transfer to businesses in Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Northern Quebec [6]. - The CTRI offers a variety of applied R&D services for mining companies, including water treatment, mineral recovery, mine waste valorization, and process optimization [8].

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Anglo American branding. BHP Group offered around £40 billion ($53 billion) in its now-aborted attempt to acquire Anglo American Plc,  according to people with knowledge of the matter. The commodities giant bid about £34 per share for Anglo American, the people said, asking not to be identified because the information is private. The offer was mostly stock, but also included a cash component, Bloomberg News has reported. Most Read from Bloomberg BHP sent a detailed proposal to Anglo American’s board la ...

NEW YORK, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for securities fraud after significant stock drops resulting from the potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Freeport, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/freeport-mcmoran-inc-clas ...

TORONTO, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emerita Resources Corp. (TSX-V: EMO; OTCQB: EMOTF; FSE: LLJA) (the “Company” or “Emerita”) announces a 1,536km Helicopter time-domain electromagnetic and magnetic (HTEM) aerial geophysical survey over the Iberian Belt West (IBW) project and the adjacent San Antonio exploration project to commence in December 2025. The survey will cover the existing IBW deposits (La Romanera, El Cura and La Infanta) which will provide signatures to prioritize anomalies associated wi ...

Core Insights - Olive Resource Capital Inc. reported a record third-quarter investment performance of 61.8% and a net income of $5.2 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025 [1][4] - The company's investment portfolio is valued at $14.35 million as of September 30, 2025, reflecting significant growth from previous periods [4][5] - The net asset value (NAV) per share increased to $0.128, marking a year-to-date increase of 113.5% [4][13] Financial Performance - For Q3 2025, Olive reported a net income of $5,170,183, equating to $0.05 per share, compared to a net loss of $147,715 for the same period in 2024 [4][9] - The total income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $7,205,626, with a basic and diluted income per share of $0.07 [4][10] - The increase in income of $7,353,341 is attributed to higher unrealized and realized gains on investments compared to the same period last year [10] Investment Portfolio - The portfolio includes significant investments in various sectors, with notable increases in the value of Omai Gold Mines Corp. and Sterling Metals Corp. [3][4] - The total value of the investment portfolio has grown from $6.42 million at the end of 2024 to $14.35 million by September 30, 2025 [5][7] - The company holds 1,000,000 common shares in treasury pending cancellation, with a total of 106,144,709 common shares outstanding [8] Market Positioning - The company’s president highlighted that Olive's portfolio is well-positioned to benefit from ongoing market trends, including resource underinvestment and monetary debasement [3] - The strong performance is expected to continue as the company capitalizes on the inability of existing assets to meet demand growth forecasts [3]

Core Viewpoint - Blue Moon Metals Inc. is making significant progress on its Norwegian projects, particularly the Nussir Copper-Gold-Silver Project and the NSG Copper-Zinc Project, with ongoing development and exploration activities aimed at enhancing resource estimates and advancing construction timelines [1][2][10]. Nussir Project Update - The underground decline at the Nussir project has advanced 656 meters as of November 27, 2025, marking a crucial step for future mine development and infrastructure installation [2][3]. - The main high-voltage transformer has been secured, reducing schedule risk and supporting the construction sequence [3]. - Early Works Construction Phase 1 has been completed, and Phase 2 is currently underway, focusing on additional surface area preparations [3][4]. - The feasibility study is on track for completion in February 2026, updating operating and capital costs based on the previous JORC compliant study [5]. - A directional drilling campaign commenced in October, aiming to expand the current mineral resource estimate (MRE) and test for high-grade mineralization at depth [6][7]. - The current MRE at Nussir includes an indicated resource of 28.72 million tonnes (Mt) at 1.02% Cu, 0.12 g/t Au, and 12.3 g/t Ag, and an inferred resource of 32.0 Mt at 1.01% Cu, 0.14 g/t Au, and 14.6 g/t Ag [7][8]. NSG Project Update - At the NSG Copper-Zinc project, activities are ramping up with the mining contractor, Fauskebygg, completing necessary improvements to the tunnel entrance [10]. - A 10,000-meter underground exploration program at the Rupsi deposit is expected to start soon, focusing on infill and expansion drilling of the inferred resource of 9.23 Mt at 1.19% Cu and 0.31% Zn [12]. - The geological mapping has advanced the understanding of the district, identifying additional exploration targets [11][12]. Restricted Share Units (RSU) Award - The company has granted 385,415 RSUs to certain officers, with each RSU representing a right to receive one common share following a two-year vesting period [16].