Year: 2026

EV Resources engaged U.S.-based MineMaker LLC to advance its North American antimony strategy, focusing on assets in Mexico and Nevada. MineMaker will lead U.S. government engagement (DOE, DoW, EXIM) and pursue non-dilutive funding under programs such as the DPA and IRA to accelerate permitting and development

Bear Creek Securityholders overwhelmingly approved the proposed acquisition of Bear Creek Mining Corporation by Highlander Silver Corp. and related interest-deferral agreements at a special meeting, with ~99% of votes in favor. The arrangement still requires regulatory and court approvals and is expected to close in late February 2026.

Algo Grande Copper Corp. announced it has upsized its non-brokered private placement, increasing total potential proceeds to $7 million CAD by offering up to 10,769,231 shares at $0.65 each to support exploration at its 100 %-owned Adelita Project in Sonora, Mexico, including Phase II drilling. Eligible finders may receive cash and warrant incentives, and Canaccord Genuity is acting as financial advisor.

Newmont Corporation reported its 2025 mineral reserves: 118.2 million attributable ounces of gold, 12.5 million tonnes of copper, and 442 million ounces of silver. Gold reserves fell vs. 2024 mainly due to asset sales and mining depletion, but remain the industry’s largest. The company highlighted a robust reserve base across key global operations.

Newmont Corporation reported strong Q4 and full-year 2025 results, with record $7.3 billion free cash flow, 5.9 M attributable gold ounces, 28 M ounces silver, and 135 kt copper production. It declared a $0.26 quarterly dividend, outlined 2026 guidance and unveiled an enhanced capital allocation framework prioritizing sustained dividends, share repurchases, and disciplined reinvestment.

Algo Grande Copper Corp. upsized its non-brokered private placement, increasing the maximum gross proceeds from $5 million to up to $7 million by offering up to 10,769,231 common shares at $0.65 each. The funds are earmarked to advance Phase II exploration (drilling) at the 100%-owned Adelita Project in Sonora, Mexico, targeting Cerro Grande expansion and additional skarn targets. The offering may include finder commissions and warrants, and securities will be subject to a four-month hold period.

Axo Copper Corp. closed an upsized C$40,250,000 bought-deal financing, issuing 57.5 M units at C$0.70 each (common share + half warrant). Warrants are exercisable at C$1.00 for 18 months. Proceeds will help advance the La Huerta (Jalisco) and San Antonio (Sonora) projects and support working capital.

Tocvan Ventures Corp. closed a bought deal financing raising C$10,005,000 by selling 10,005,000 units at C$1.00 each, including warrants exercisable at C$1.40 for 36 months. The funds will advance its gold projects in Sonora, Mexico and support general working capital.

Silverco Mining Ltd. closed its previously announced $62.5 M “bought deal” financing led by Velocity Capital Partners and co-lead underwriters, issuing 4 M shares and 1 M units at $12.50 each. Eric Sprott invested $10 M. Net proceeds will fund exploration, the Cusi restart, and working capital as the company pushes toward becoming a significant silver producer.