Core Viewpoint - Surge Copper Corp. is initiating a non-brokered private placement of 30 million units at a price of $0.50 per unit, aiming for gross proceeds of $15 million to support its mineral exploration and development projects [1][5]. Group 1: Offering Details - Each unit consists of one common share and one non-transferable common share purchase warrant, with the warrant allowing the purchase of an additional common share at an exercise price of $1.00 for three years [2]. - The warrants include an acceleration provision, allowing the company to shorten the expiry date if the common shares trade at a volume-weighted average price of $1.50 or greater for 20 consecutive trading days [3]. - The offering is expected to close around February 26, 2026, and may be completed in multiple tranches, subject to regulatory approvals [6]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will be allocated to advancing mineral exploration and development projects, including the Berg and Ootsa projects, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes [5]. Group 3: Strategic Investor Participation - A strategic investor has the right to participate in the offering to maintain its ownership interest, with the gross proceeds assuming full exercise of this right, subject to regulatory approvals [4]. - Any warrants issued to the strategic investor will have restrictions to prevent ownership from exceeding 19.9% of the outstanding common shares [4]. Group 4: Company Overview - Surge Copper Corp. is focused on advancing the Berg Project, which hosts a significant copper-molybdenum-silver deposit, and is progressing towards a Pre-Feasibility Study to define its development potential [8][9]. - The company also controls a large mineral claim package that includes multiple advanced porphyry deposits, positioning it as a contributor to Canada's critical minerals strategy [10].

OTC Markets Uplisting Establishes U.S. Trading Presence and Broadens Investor Participation as Company Advances Execution MilestonesVANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rio Silver Inc. (TSX-V: RYO | OTC: RYOOF) (“Rio Silver” or the “Company”) today announced that its common shares are now trading on the U.S. OTCID Market, expanding access for United States and global investors to participate in the Company’s silver-focused growth strategy. The OTCID uplisting establishes a formal U ...

Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - February 10, 2026) - Manganese X Energy Corp. (TSXV: MN) (FSE: 9SC) (TRADEGATE: 9SC) (OTCQB: MNXXF) ("Manganese X" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that the South African Patent Office has granted Manganese X a patent for its proprietary purification process of manganese sulfate, a critical material used in the production of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles ("EVs") and stationary energy storage systems.Manganese X CEO, Martin Kepman, said, "The accepta ...

签约仪式现场 智通财经APP获悉，2月9日，广纳集团500台纯电动无人矿卡采购签约仪式在广纳大厦举行。希迪智驾(03881)作为核心无人驾驶系统解决方案提供商参与 本次签约，协同相关合作伙伴，助力广纳集团开启矿山开采无人化、绿色化、智能化升级新篇章。 2025 年 12 月，希迪智驾无人驾驶矿卡在广纳集团阿拉善盟呼鲁斯太矿区实现单个编组常态化无人生产作业。本次 500 台纯电动无人矿卡采购，正是广纳 集团对希迪智驾无人驾驶技术与解决方案的充分认可，也标志着希迪智驾全矿山无人化技术正式迈向规模化应用新阶段。 此前，广纳集团已启动电动智驾矿卡试点应用，此次一次性采购500台纯电动无人矿卡，标志着其电动无人智驾矿卡规模化应用正式迈入快车道。未来， 希迪智驾将持续输出全矿山无人化核心技术，助力广纳集团"矿山开采新模式"逐步推广，推动乌海及周边地区矿山生态环境显著改善，引领矿山行业向零 碳、数智、安全方向高质量发展。 希迪智驾无人矿卡在呼噜斯太矿日常作业 本次签约聚焦纯电动无人智驾矿用场景，核心目标是打造全矿山全流程无人开采新工艺，推动矿山行业数智化与零碳转型。作为本次合作的技术核心，希 迪智驾将发挥自身在无人驾驶领域 ...

Core Viewpoint - Manganese X Energy Corp. has received a patent from the South African Patent Office for its proprietary purification process of manganese sulfate, which is essential for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and energy storage systems [1][2]. Company Developments - The CEO of Manganese X, Martin Kepman, highlighted that the patent marks a significant milestone in the company's goal to become a vertically integrated North American supplier of battery-grade manganese [2]. - The patent enhances the company's intellectual property portfolio and supports its strategy to supply high-purity manganese sulfate to the growing lithium-ion battery market [2][5]. - Manganese X is currently conducting a pre-feasibility study to evaluate various processing routes for optimizing technical and economic performance [2]. Strategic Positioning - Manganese X has applied for patent protection in Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Australia, positioning itself strategically within a key global manganese jurisdiction [3]. - The company aims to develop a fully integrated North American critical minerals supply chain, leveraging South Africa's status as a major manganese producer [3]. Industry Context - High-purity manganese sulfate is a crucial precursor material for lithium-ion battery chemistries, including Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt (NMC) and emerging high-manganese technologies, which are vital for electric vehicles and energy storage systems [4]. - With the acceleration of global electric vehicle adoption and government focus on domestic critical mineral supply chains, Manganese X is advancing its role as a strategic supplier of battery-grade manganese [5]. Project Development - The company is focused on advancing its Battery Hill project in New Brunswick, Canada, which is one of the largest manganese carbonate deposits in North America [2][6]. - Manganese X aims to become the first publicly traded manganese mining company in Canada and the U.S. to commercialize EV-compliant high-purity manganese [6].

Today, I would like to explain why I believe that the First Trust Active Factor Mid Cap ETF ( AFMC ) is only a Hold despite its quite an ebullient start to 2026.Vasily Zyryanov is an individual investor and writer.He uses various techniques to find both relatively underpriced equities with strong upside potential and relatively overappreciated companies that have inflated valuation for a reason.In his research, he pays much attention to the energy sector (oil & gas supermajors, mid-cap, and small-cap explor ...

Adjustment of F&O Contracts for NMDC - The strikes of NMDC options and the base price of futures contracts will be revised due to extraordinary dividends effective February 13, 2026 [1] - All positions in futures contracts will be marked-to-market on the last cum-dividend date, February 12, 2026, based on the daily settlement price [2] - Open positions will be carried forward at the daily settlement price less ₹2.50, which is the dividend amount [2] - Daily mark-to-market settlement of futures contracts will continue as per normal procedures from February 13, 2026 [3] Example of Futures Contracts Adjustment - If 1 lot (6750 quantities) of NMDC February futures is bought at ₹85 on February 12, 2026, and the daily settlement price is ₹87, a mark-to-market profit of ₹2 per share is realized [4] - On February 13, 2026, the position will be carried forward at ₹84.50, and if the closing price is ₹86, a mark-to-market profit of ₹1.50 per share will be achieved [4] Adjustment for Option Contracts - The full value of the dividend, ₹2.50, will be deducted from all cum-dividend strike prices on the ex-dividend date [5] - Existing positions in strike prices will continue to exist in the corresponding new adjusted strike prices [5] - For instance, the strike price of the ₹85 Call Option will be reduced to ₹82.50 on February 13, 2026, while the lot size of the F&O contracts will remain unchanged [6] - Equity shareholders of NMDC as of February 13, 2026, will be entitled to receive the dividend, credited to their primary bank account within 30 to 45 days from the record date [6]

5 February 2026 | 8:12PM GMT Equity Research GS SUSTAIN: CIRCULAR ECONOMY Resilience for AI / Data Centers, Defense, and Energy demand for Critical Raw Materials likely to drive Circular Solutions deployment As demand for Critical Raw Materials (CRMs) grows from strategically-important industries that include AI / Data Centers, Defense and Energy, there is greater recognition of 1) rising susceptibility of CRM supply from mounting geopolitical uncertainty, 2) further risk of commodity price inflation, 3) ge ...

Production targets (see details in Exhibit 1 ) To be top 3 gold and copper miner by 2030: Zijin was the fourth-largest listed copper miner and fifth-largest listed gold miner globally in 2025, and it plans to become a top 3 miner of these two metals. | M Zijin Mining Group Asia Pacific New 3-year plan announced: strong volume growth for copper, gold and lithium | Morgan Stanley Asia Limited+ Rachel.Zhang@morganstanley.com Chris Jiang Equity Analyst Chris.Jiang@morganstanley.com Hannah Yang, CFA Equity Analy ...

Flash | 08 Feb 2026 22:24:14 ET │ 12 pages Zijin Mining (2899.HK) Three-Year Production Plan (2026-28) Unveiled, Maintain Top Pick CITI'S TAKE Zijin Mining announced its three-year production plan (2026-28) and outline of objectives through 2035 on 9 Feb. For 2026E, the production guidance for mined copper/gold/lithium/zinc/silver/moly is 1.20mnt/105t/120kt/400kt/520t/15kt, +10%/+17%/+380%/flat/+19%/+36% YoY, respectively. For 2028E, the production target for mined copper/gold/lithium/zinc/silver/moly is 1. ...