SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2026 / Elektros Inc. (OTC PINK:ELEK) today emphasized the growing strategic importance of lithium and rare earth minerals as historic cold weather events continue to strain energy systems across the globe and push demand for reliable power solutions to new highs. As extreme winter conditions place unprecedented pressure on electrical grids, heating infrastructure, and emergency services, the need for dependable energy storage and backup generation ...

Albemarle Corporation is set to release its quarterly earnings with an anticipated EPS loss of $0.40 and revenue expected to be around $1.35 billion, indicating a 9.6% year-over-year growth.The company has seen a significant revision in EPS estimates.Albemarle's stock has outperformed the Zacks Chemicals Diversified industry with a 113.5% increase over the past year, driven by strategic cost and productivity initiatives and a recovery in lithium prices.Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) is a global leader in ...

The Zacks Chemicals Specialty industry is weighed down by demand weakness, largely due to sluggishness in Europe, a slow economic recovery in China, and disruptions from tariffs. Margins of companies in this space also remain under pressure due to the still-elevated input, supply-chain and logistics costs. Industry players, such as Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) , Element Solutions Inc (ESI) and Flexible Solutions International Inc. (FSI) , are banking on strategic measures, including operati ...

Core Insights - Eramet Grande Côte has achieved the IRMA 50 performance level, marking a significant milestone in responsible mining practices within the Eramet Group [1][6][9] Group 1: IRMA Standard and Evaluation - The IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining is recognized as one of the most comprehensive evaluation frameworks in the mining sector, distinguishing four performance levels: IRMA Transparency, IRMA 50, 75, and 100 [2] - The IRMA 50 level indicates compliance with critical requirements across four principal areas: social responsibility, environmental responsibility, business integrity, and planning for positive legacies [2] Group 2: Audit Results and Transparency - The audit of Eramet Grande Côte revealed strong environmental, social, and governance practices, with specific performance levels: Business integrity at 74%, Social responsibility at 74%, Environmental responsibility at 67%, and Planning for positive legacies at 67% [7][9] - The audit process is voluntary and based on independent external evaluation, with full publication of the audit report to ensure transparency [4][6] Group 3: Continuous Improvement and Stakeholder Engagement - Follow-up audits will be conducted every 18 months to verify ongoing compliance with the IRMA standard, with results made publicly available [5][6] - Areas for improvement have been identified, focusing on best practices, stakeholder engagement, grievance management, resettlement processes, and water quality monitoring [10][11] Group 4: Commitment to Responsible Mining - The achievement of the IRMA 50 level aligns with the State of Senegal's goals for economic sovereignty and responsible development in the mining sector [8] - The Eramet Group aims to leverage this responsible mining approach to engage stakeholders in adopting higher environmental and social standards [9]

Pharmaceuticals: Novo Nordisk's Wegovy Outlook StrongPharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk (NVO) is poised for a significant milestone as its CEO confirms that FDA approval for the high-dose version of its popular weight-loss drug, Wegovy, remains on track for the first quarter of 2026. This comes on the heels of positive early signs from the high-dose Wegovy launch in the UK, suggesting strong international demand for the treatment. The anticipated approval could further solidify Novo Nordisk's position in the ...

Core Insights - SAGA Metals Corp. has commenced the 2026 phase of its maiden Mineral Resource Estimate drill program at the Trapper Zone within the Radar Titanium-Vanadium-Iron Project in Labrador, Canada [1][2] Drilling Program Details - The current drilling phase aims to expand and confirm extensive oxide zones identified in previous drilling, with the first hole, R-0016, initiated on Section S8 [2] - A total of 30 drill holes are planned, with the initial 10 expected to be completed within approximately five weeks, transitioning to the central portion of Trapper South thereafter [2][3] - All drill holes are designed with a -45° dip and 38° N-NE azimuth, targeting a prospective zone of rhythmic banding expected to range from 125 to 200 meters in width [3] Previous Drilling Results - Previous drilling in Q4 2025 demonstrated consistent high-grade titanium-vanadium-iron mineralization, with significant oxide concentrations across multiple zones [3] - Confirmed mineralization in 15 out of 15 drill holes completed in two primary zones, with notable intercepts including: - R-0010: 135.50 m grading 50.03% Fe₂O₃, 7.87% TiO₂, and 0.352% V₂O₅ - R-0011: 95.15 m grading 39.49% Fe₂O₃, 6.49% TiO₂, and 0.220% V₂O₅ - R-0009: 87.20 m grading 50.67% Fe₂O₃, 10.15% TiO₂, 0.339% V₂O₅ - R-0008: 67.60 m grading 46.15% Fe₂O₃, 9.21% TiO₂, 0.311% V₂O₅ - R-0007: 57.70 m grading 27.09% Fe₂O₃, 5.31% TiO₂, 0.365% V₂O₅ [11] Project Highlights - The Radar Property spans 24,175 hectares and hosts the entire Dykes River intrusive complex, with geological mapping confirming oxide layering across more than 20 km of strike length [10] - The project is positioned as a potential strategic supplier of titanium, vanadium, and iron to North American markets, comparable to global Fe–Ti–V systems [12] Infrastructure and Accessibility - The Radar Project is well-serviced by road access, a deep-water port, nearby hydro-electric power, and an airstrip, enhancing its operational viability [11] Investor Relations and Marketing - The company has engaged multiple firms for investor relations and marketing services, including GMN for European marketing at a fee of $6,800 per month, and i2i Marketing Group with an increased budget of US$250,000 for corporate marketing services [16][17]

January 29, 2026 DISCLAIMER POSCO HOLDINGS 2025 2024 2023 2025 2024 2023 | (KRWbillion) | | Revenue | | | Operating Profit | | | Net Profit | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | | Consolidated Income | 77,127 | 72,688 | 69.095 | 3,531 | 2,174 | 1.827 | 1,846 | 948 | 5043) | | Steel | 63,539 | 62,201 | 59,411 | 2,557 | 1,637 | 1,960 | 1,241 | 691 | 1,154 | | POSCO1) | 38,972 | 37,557 | 35,011 | 2,083 | 1,473 | 1,78 ...

appendixes carefully and in their entirety. The Circular is available under the Company's issuer profile on SEDAR+ at [www.sedarplus.ca].About Lithium Royalty Corp.LRC is a lithium-focused royalty company organized in Canada, which has established a globally diversified portfolio of 38 royalties on mineral properties that are related to the electrification and decarbonization of the global economy. The Company's royalty portfolio is focused on the battery supply chain for the transportation and energy stora ...

Core Insights - The 21st century is being shaped by rare earths and critical minerals, which are essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar panels, and military applications, with China controlling a significant portion of the supply chain [2][3] Company Summaries - **Rio Tinto**: A diversified mining conglomerate with a market cap of $180 billion, producing iron ore, aluminum, copper, and diamonds. It has maintained a 19% profit margin and generates $18 billion in EBITDA annually, with a forward P/E of 13x and a dividend yield of 4.3%. Revenue for the trailing twelve months reached $53.7 billion, and analysts target a price of $87, indicating a 12% upside [4][5] - **Vale**: A Brazilian company with a market cap of $69 billion, producing nickel and copper alongside iron ore. It has a profit margin of 14% and a dividend yield of 17%. Q3 2025 revenue was $10.4 billion, up 7% year over year, with a net income of $2.68 billion. The company faces risks from the 2019 Brumadinho dam disaster, which resulted in significant fines [6][7] - **Lithium Americas**: Currently not producing, but developing the Thacker Pass project in Nevada, the largest lithium deposit in the U.S. The company has a high beta of 3.5, indicating it is more volatile than the market. General Motors has invested in the project, and government support is present [8][9] - **MP Materials**: Operates the only significant rare earth mine in North America, reporting Q3 revenue of $53.6 million with a net loss of $41.8 million [9] - **Albemarle**: Survived a significant drop in lithium prices from $80,000 to $10,000 per ton, with margins collapsing from 42% to 1.6%, but recovering to 14.8% [9]

Core Insights - Lithium Americas Corp. (NYSE:LAC) is recognized as one of the top lithium and battery stocks to invest in currently [1] - Scotiabank has reaffirmed its Sector Perform rating for LAC and increased the price target from $5 to $7, indicating a positive outlook despite a shortfall in EV demand projections [2] - The company has received significant support from the U.S. Administration and General Motors for large-scale lithium manufacturing, with the first DOE loan drawdown completed [3] Company Developments - LAC has capitalized $145.9 million in construction costs during the last quarter, bringing total capitalized costs to $720.0 million [3] - The engineering design of the project is over 80% complete, with the mechanical completion of the Phase 1 processing plant expected by late 2027 [3] - Key milestones include the installation of steel columns, completion of plant roads, and fabrication of pipe-rack sections, which are critical for project advancement [3] Market Position - While LAC shows potential as an investment, there are suggestions that certain AI stocks may offer greater upside potential with less downside risk [4]