Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - February 23, 2026) - NioBay Metals Inc. (TSXV: NBY) ("NioBay" ) is pleased to announce that the Company will be presenting at Red Cloud's Pre-PDAC Mining Showcase. We invite our shareholders and all interested parties to join us.The conference will be held in-person at The Omni King Edward Hotel in Toronto on February 26-27, 2026. NioBay's CEO Jean-Sébastien David and CFO Anthony Glavac, will both be present on February 26th and 27th and will present on Feb. 27 at 9:40 A ...

Core Viewpoint - Apex Critical Metals Corp. has been accepted into the U.S. Defense Industrial Base Consortium, which aims to enhance collaboration among industry, academia, and government to improve technologies and supply chains vital for U.S. national security [1] Group 1: Company Developments - Apex has joined the U.S. Defense Industrial Base Consortium, a U.S. Department of Defense-supported initiative [1] - The consortium focuses on advancing technologies and supply chains critical to national security [1] Group 2: Industry Implications - The DIBC supports the development and security of strategic and critical material supply chains, including rare earth elements, niobium, and other essential materials [1] - These materials are crucial for advanced manufacturing, aerospace systems, energy transition technologies, and defense applications [1]

MONTRÉAL, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NioBay Metals Inc. (“NioBay” or the “Company”) (TSX-V NBY) (OTCQB: NBYCF), provides an update on its wholly-owned James Bay niobium project (the “Project”). The Company recently became aware of a letter dated February 18, 2026 (the “Letter”), issued by the Chief of the Moose Cree First Nation (“MCFN”) and subsequently posted on Facebook. NioBay wishes to reiterate that it will carry out its exploration program in a manner that respects the rights of the MCFN as we ...

MONTRÉAL, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NioBay Metals Inc. (“NioBay” or the “Company”) (TSX-V  NBY) (OTCQB: NBYCF), provides an update on its wholly-owned James Bay niobium project (the “Project”). The Company recently became aware of a letter dated February 18, 2026 (the “Letter”), issued by the Chief of the Moose Cree First Nation (“MCFN”) and subsequently posted on Facebook. NioBay wishes to reiterate that it will carry out its exploration program in a manner that respects the rights of the MCFN as w ...

Investors might want to bet on Iamgold (IAG) , as it has been recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). An upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices -- has triggered this rating change.A company's changing earnings picture is at the core of the Zacks rating. The system tracks the Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus measure of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years.Since a changing earnings ...

Taseko Mines (NYSEAM:TGB) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 19, 2026 11:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsBrian Bergot - VP of Investor RelationsBryce Hamming - CFODalton Baretto - Managing Director of Equity ResearchRichard Tremblay - COOStuart McDonald - CEOConference Call ParticipantsNone - AnalystOperatorLadies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. My name is Jericho, and I'll be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Taseko Mines 2025 Q4 Earnings Conference Ca ...

Taseko Mines (NYSEAM:TGB) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 19, 2026 11:00 AM ET Speaker4Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. My name is Jericho, and I'll be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Taseko Mines 2025 Q4 Earnings Conference Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speaker's remarks, there will be a question-and-answer session. If you would like to ask a question during this time, simply press sta ...

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 18, 2026) - Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. (TSX: AVL) (OTCQB: AVLNF) ("Avalon" or the "Company"), a Canadian critical minerals company advancing lithium and rare earth projects vital to North America's supply chain security, today announced that Lorin Crenshaw, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Red Cloud Securities 2026 Pre-PDAC Mining Showcase in Toronto, Ontario.The presentation is scheduled for Friday, February 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET in the Ken ...

Core Viewpoint - Mkango Rare Earths Limited (MKAR) is moving forward with a proposed business combination with Crown PropTech Acquisitions (CPTK), having submitted a draft registration statement to the SEC, which includes a proxy statement and prospectus for MKAR's common shares and warrants [1][2] Group 1: Proposed Business Combination - The proposed business combination was initially announced on July 3, 2025, and involves a merger between MKAR and CPTK [1] - MKAR's common shares and warrants are expected to be listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbols "MKAR" and "MKARW" upon closing of the transaction, subject to SEC review and shareholder approvals [2] Group 2: Company Overview - MKAR owns the advanced stage Songwe Hill rare earths development project in Malawi, along with uranium, tantalum, and niobium licenses, and a proposed rare earths separation project in Pulawy, Poland [3] - The Pulawy project is strategically located in a Special Economic Zone in Poland, adjacent to a major nitrogen fertilizer manufacturer, and benefits from established infrastructure [3] Group 3: Crown PropTech Acquisitions Overview - CPTK is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) incorporated in 2021, with approximately $5.79 million cash in trust, aimed at effecting a merger or similar business combination [4]

Market Overview - ASX small caps are experiencing a cautious end to the week following a global tech-led sell-off and a decline in commodity prices [1] - The Small Ordinaries index fell by 1.76%, underperforming the broader ASX 200, as volatility in tech and healthcare sectors affected emerging companies [2] Alkane Resources - Alkane Resources Ltd reported record operating and financial results for the December half, driven by higher gold and antimony prices and contributions from its expanded three-mine portfolio [3] - The company achieved gold equivalent sales of 74,094 ounces, generating $404 million in revenue for H1 FY26, with a net profit of $65 million and adjusted EBITDA of $185 million [4] - Alkane ended the half with $246 million in cash, bullion, and listed investments, and is on track to meet its full-year production and cost guidance [4] AuMEGA Metals - AuMEGA Metals Ltd has initiated a brokered Listed Issuer Financing Exemption (LIFE) offering to raise up to C$10 million for exploration in Newfoundland, Canada [5] - The funds will primarily support the company's largest drill program in four years, targeting up to 15,000 metres across various prospects in the Cape Ray District [6] St George Mining - St George Mining Ltd announced that the State of Minas Gerais in Brazil has granted a preferential goods tax regime for its Araxá rare earths and niobium project, reducing development costs by exempting equipment and materials from a state goods tax of up to 18% [7] - This fiscal support follows previous collaboration agreements with the state and will aid ongoing feasibility work at Araxá, including plans for a large-scale pilot plant through a joint venture with CEFET [8]