Core Insights - The author has over 10 years of experience researching companies across various sectors, including commodities and technology, which provides valuable insights for readers [1] - The focus has shifted from writing a blog to creating a value investing-focused YouTube channel, where extensive research on hundreds of companies has been conducted [1] - The preferred sectors for coverage include metals and mining, along with comfort in consumer discretionary/staples, REITs, and utilities [1]

Core Viewpoint - Canadian North Resources Inc. reported significant advancements in its bio-leaching tests aimed at enhancing the recovery of nickel, cobalt, copper, and PGE from the Ferguson Lake Project, indicating a potential for a low-cost, low-carbon mining operation [2][3][4]. Operational Highlights - The company expanded its bio-metallurgical programs, achieving nickel extraction rates of 97.86-98.5% and cobalt extraction rates of 96.9-97.7%, with ongoing efforts to achieve high recoveries of copper and PGE [4][5]. - The company is actively engaging with local governments and Indigenous communities to secure necessary permissions and permits for environmental baseline studies [5][6]. Financial Performance - For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, the company reported cash and cash equivalents of $143,233 and a net loss of $292,890, equating to $0.00 per share [7]. Project Development - The Ferguson Lake Project is recognized as one of the largest and highest-grade copper-nickel-cobalt-PGE deposits in North America, with a substantial mineral resource estimate [6][10]. - The project contains Indicated Mineral Resources of 66.1 million tonnes, including 1,093 million pounds of copper, 678 million pounds of nickel, and 79.3 million pounds of cobalt, among other valuable metals [10]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has initiated a Normal Course Issuer Bid, repurchasing 202,300 common shares at an average price of $0.98 per share, reflecting management's commitment to enhancing shareholder value [6][11].

CEOs of the world’s two biggest mining companies met President Trump to discuss a copper project that could supply the US with a quarter of its demand for decades to come https://t.co/d2MxxLJmDe ...

Gold Market Analysis - Lowering interest rates globally, especially outside the US, and deflationary forces are beneficial for gold [1] - Central banks are significantly increasing gold purchases through ETFs, reversing four years of outflows from gold ETFs [2] - Gold holdings have increased by almost 11%, with investors potentially anticipating a stock market correction [3] - Corn is exhibiting a bull flag pattern, holding steady at approximately $3,333 per ounce for five months [2] Commodity Market Trends - The market has already priced in potential easing measures, despite ongoing inflation and strong employment [5] - Copper's potential downward tilt could signal a broader bearish trend in commodities, as crude oil and corn prices decline [6] - Global tariffs on the world's largest goods importer are creating pressure on copper prices [6][7]

Peru’s presidential election in April could lead to disruptions at MMG’s flagship Las Bambas copper mine, CEO Zhao Jing Ivo said https://t.co/etPL6dUdDR ...

VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”), today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering for the sale of its common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof). In connection with the offering, Comstock expects to grant the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase additional common stock in an amount up to 15% of the shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants) offered in the offering, to cover over-allotment ...

Damage from last week’s collapse at Codelco’s biggest copper mine appears to be worse than first thought and extends to a section of the giant underground complex that was in full production https://t.co/K2Ihx4ZIBo ...

Core Insights - Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX) reported a significant increase in sales volumes for Q2 2025, with copper sales rising approximately 9% year-over-year to 1,016 million pounds, gold sales increasing by around 45% to 522,000 ounces, and molybdenum sales up about 4.8% to 22 million pounds [1][7] Sales Volume Outlook - The company has provided a cautious outlook for Q3 2025, expecting copper sales volumes to decline by 4% year-over-year to 990 million pounds, with gold and molybdenum sales also projected to decrease to 350,000 ounces and 18 million pounds, respectively [2][7] Pricing and Margin Considerations - Sales volume growth is essential for FCX to capitalize on higher copper and gold prices, maintain margin expansion, and meet its 2025 targets, despite the gains in realized prices [3][7] Peer Comparison - Among peers, Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) experienced a 3% decline in copper sales volumes in Q2, while BHP Group Limited reported a 14% year-over-year increase in total copper sales for fiscal 2025 [4][5] Stock Performance and Valuation - FCX shares have increased by 4.7% year-to-date, contrasting with a 1.1% decline in the Zacks Mining - Non Ferrous industry [6] - The stock is currently trading at a forward 12-month earnings multiple of 18.9, slightly above the industry average of 18.69, and holds a Value Score of A [9] Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate indicates a year-over-year earnings rise of 20.3% for 2025 and 31.9% for 2026, with EPS estimates trending higher over the past 60 days [8]

Copper's role in modern technology and electronic infrastructure has increased global consumption to above 25 million metric tonses per year. Metal is now the third most used after iron and aluminum. Much of the demand is driven by electric vehicles, renewable energy, and AIdriven data centers.The price though has been wildly volatile in 2025. New 50% US tariffs announced on July 8th had pushed copper prices to record highs, including a 13% jump in one day, driven by fears of a supply disruption. But on Jul ...

Goldman Sachs salespeople were recommending their hedge fund clients bet on a surge in US copper prices just a day before US President Donald Trump’s tariff decision sent the market crashing https://t.co/EsWBduUkrZ ...