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Operations - Alkane Resources produced a record 42,767 ounces of gold and 267 tonnes of antimony in Q2 FY26, resulting in a total of 43,663 gold equivalent ounces, significantly higher than Q1 FY26's 30,511 AuEq ounces [3][6] - The average all-in sustaining cost (AISC) for the quarter was $2,739 per AuEq ounce, down from $2,988 in Q1 FY26, attributed to improved production and higher grades at Tomingley and Costerfield [3][10] - The company processed a total of 683,235 tonnes of ore at an average gold grade of 2.20 g/t, with Tomingley achieving a higher average grade of 2.50 g/t [4][5] Financial Performance - Alkane reported revenue of $256 million for the quarter from gold equivalent sales of 44,084 ounces, an increase from $147 million in Q1 FY26, driven by higher production and gold prices [8][18] - The average realized gold price for the quarter was $5,785 per ounce, compared to $4,896 in Q1 FY26, while the average antimony price was $41,510 per tonne [8][18] - The company ended the quarter with a cash, bullion, and listed investments balance of $246 million, reflecting a $58 million increase from the previous quarter [1][18] Exploration and Development - Significant exploration activities included extension drilling at Storheden, which doubled the depth extent to 464 meters, with notable gold intercepts of 142.0 g/t over 0.60 meters [6][44] - At Tomingley, a new gold-rich domain was discovered, with drilling results including 4.36 g/t gold over 26 meters [6][36] - Exploration expenditure for the quarter was approximately $8 million, with a focus on Costerfield and Björkdal [12] Capital Expenditures - Total capital expenditures during Q2 FY26 amounted to $38 million, with $20 million allocated for sustaining capital and $9 million for growth capital, primarily for the Newell Highway realignment project [11][19] - The company continues to invest in operational improvements and exploration to enhance production capabilities across its mining operations [23][30]

Vancouver, B.C. – January 29, 2026 – TheNewswire - Lighthouse Gold Inc. ("Company") (CSE: LGHT) is pleased to announce the closing of its non-brokered private placement offering (the “Offering”), as previously disclosed in the Company’s news release dated January 15, 2026 and January 16, 2026. In connection with the Offering, the Company issued 12,200,000 units (the “Units”) at a price of $0.07 per unit, generating aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $854,000. Each Unit will be comprised of one common ...

Core Viewpoint - OR Royalties Inc. has acquired an additional 1.0% net smelter return royalty on the Namdini Gold Mine in Ghana, demonstrating confidence in the asset and the company's ability to secure valuable royalty transactions [1][2]. Transaction Highlights - The acquisition includes a total consideration of up to $103.5 million for Savannah Mining Limited's remaining 50% interest in the 2.0% NSR royalty [1]. - The payment structure consists of an initial payment of $28.5 million, with an additional $70.0 million contingent on certain milestones, and the remaining $5.0 million payable in two equal installments on the first and second anniversaries of the closing date [4]. - The first payment under the full 2.0% NSR royalty rate is expected in Q1 2026, reflecting the mine's gold production during Q4 2025 [4]. Namdini Gold Mine Overview - Gold production at Namdini commenced in the first half of 2025, with a ramp-up towards peak production of approximately 360,000 ounces per year over the first three years [4]. - The mine is expected to average 287,000 ounces of gold per year over an initial 15-year life of mine [4][6]. - The mine is operated by Shandong Gold Co Ltd. through its subsidiary Cardinal Namdini Mining Limited, which has a strong operational history and a market capitalization of approximately HK$297.3 billion ($38.1 billion) [4][5]. Strategic Importance - Ghana is recognized as a top gold mining jurisdiction, ranking 6th globally and 1st in Africa for gold production in 2024 [2]. - The acquisition reflects OR Royalties' strategy to enhance its portfolio of producing royalties and leverage its network of industry partners [2].

Company Performance - Microsoft shares dropped by 10.0 percent, reaching their lowest closing level in nine months due to slowing cloud computing growth and disappointing third quarter operating margin guidance [2][3] - Meta Platforms saw a significant increase of 10.4 percent after reporting better than expected fourth quarter results and forecasting first quarter revenues above analyst estimates [5] - IBM Corp. shares surged after exceeding expectations on both top and bottom lines in its fourth quarter results [5] Sector Performance - The Dow Jones U.S. Software Index fell by 7.7 percent, marking a nine-month closing low, largely influenced by Microsoft’s decline and a 9.9 percent drop in ServiceNow shares despite its better than expected fourth quarter earnings [5][6] - Airline stocks increased significantly, with the NYSE Arca Airline Index rising by 2.3 percent, contributing to the overall market recovery [7] - Gold stocks experienced continued weakness, as indicated by a 3.8 percent slump in the NYSE Arca Gold Bugs Index, despite a recovery in gold prices [6] Market Overview - The major averages showed a recovery attempt after an early nosedive, with the Dow ending up 55.96 points or 0.1 percent at 49,071.56, while the S&P 500 closed down just 9.02 points or 0.1 percent at 6,969.01 [1] - The tech-heavy Nasdaq ended the day down 172.33 points or 0.7 percent at 23,685.12, having previously tumbled by as much as 2.6 percent [2] - Stock markets in the Asia-Pacific region mostly moved higher, with Japan's Nikkei 225 Index closing marginally higher and China's Shanghai Composite Index edging up by 0.2 percent [8] Economic Indicators - The yield on the benchmark ten-year note fell by 2.4 basis points to 4.227 percent, indicating a recovery in the bond market following previous pullbacks [9] - Upcoming earnings news from Apple may influence trading, with the tech giant set to report its fiscal first quarter results [10]

Core Insights - EarthLabs Inc. has launched a new regional bonus prize in The Great Canadian Treasure Hunt, with over $1.6 million in gold hidden across Canada [1][5] - The treasure hunt, organized by The Northern Miner, has attracted hundreds of thousands of participants nationwide [2] - The latest bonus prize consists of six one-ounce gold coins valued at nearly $43,000, located in Southern British Columbia [2][5] Company Overview - EarthLabs Inc. is a mining investment, technology, and media company that aims to provide strategic leverage to the metals and mining sector through various services, including data-driven media tools [11] - The Northern Miner, owned by EarthLabs Inc., has over 110 years of experience in the mining and exploration industry, providing critical insights and reports to mining professionals [8][9] Industry Context - The Great Canadian Treasure Hunt continues to gain momentum, with multiple bonus prizes and a grand prize exceeding $1.55 million, reflecting the rising interest in gold as its price has surged by 58% since the hunt began on August 13, 2025 [5] - The Southern British Columbia region is highlighted for its historical significance in gold mining, attracting treasure hunters to explore its landscapes [4]

    January 29, 2026 – TheNewswire - Bathurst Metals Corp. (“Bathurst” or the “Company”) reported on January 22, 2026 it had entered into an option agreement to acquire a 100% interest in two mineral claims located north of the Company’s 100%-owned Turner Lake/TED Gold Project in the Bathurst Inlet area of Nunavut, Canada.  The claims are known as the Gladstone Gold and Northern Gold properties.   The Company announces an amendment to the terms of the Mineral Option Agreement.  Under the amended terms, the ...

  Vancouver, British Columbia / January 29, 2026 ‑ TheNewswire - Harvest Gold Corporation (TSXV: HVG) (“Harvest Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the results of a detailed review of current and historical drilling data conducted in light of the Company’s 2025 drilling program.  This work has identified several significant near-surface Au-Ag-Cu halos in the northern portion of the Mosseau Property, its flagship property in the Urban Barry Belt in Quebec’s Abitibi region. Rick Mark, President and ...

To learn more about KSF, whose partners include the Former Louisiana Attorney General, visit www.ksfcounsel.com. CONNECT WITH US: Facebook || Instagram || YouTube || TikTok || LinkedIn NEW YORK CITY & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF†) are investigating the proposed sale of Gold Resource Corporation (NYSE: GORO) to Goldgroup Mining Inc. (OTC: GGAZF). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, sh ...