Pinnacle Silver and Gold Corp. issued a clarification on July 22, 2025, at CIRO’s request, detailing high-grade underground sampling at El Potrero’s Pinos Cuates mine: up to 85.1 g/t Au and 520 g/t Ag over 0.5m, with composites including 50.3 g/t Au over 1.7m. Plans underground drilling.

Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. reported a 5% increase in Q2 2025 silver equivalent production, reaching 645,602 ounces, with record mill throughput of 190,987 tonnes. Gold and copper production rose 17% and 12%, respectively, despite lower silver output. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with US$37 million in cash and is advancing development at La Preciosa.

Equinox Gold Corp. announces a leadership transition: Greg Smith steps down as CEO and Director, succeeded by Darren Hall, former President and COO. Hall, with 40 years of mining experience, previously led Calibre Mining. David Schummer is appointed COO. The transition marks Equinox Gold’s shift toward operational excellence and growth, leveraging assets like Greenstone and Valentine.

Aura Minerals Inc. (Nasdaq: AUGO, TSX: ORA) announced that S&P Global Ratings upgraded its credit rating outlook to positive from stable, affirming its B+ global and ‘brAA’ Brazilian ratings. The upgrade reflects Aura’s U.S. listing, successful project execution, and high gold prices boosting cash flow. S&P noted potential for further upgrades if Aura grows without increasing leverage. The finance card above shows AUGO at $24.87 and ORA at $89.60.

Kootenay Silver Inc. announced a 2025 drill program at its Columba Project, starting in August with 25,000–30,000 meters to expand the 54.1 Moz silver Inferred Mineral Resource (284 gpt Ag). Fully funded by a $20M financing, the program targets D, F, and B/Lupe Veins. The company also granted 2.5M stock options and 1.5M restricted/deferred share units.

Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd. upsized its private placement to issue 27,858,000 units at $0.70 each, targeting $19,500,600. Each unit includes one common share and half a warrant, exercisable at $0.85 for 12 months. Eric Sprott will participate. The offering, led by Beacon Securities, is set to close July 24, 2025, pending TSX Venture Exchange approval.

Goldgroup Mining Inc. revised its non-brokered private placement to offer 15,000,000 units at $0.80 each, aiming for $12,000,000. Each unit includes one common share and one warrant, exercisable at $1.10 for 24 months. Proceeds will fund targeted mining acquisitions in Mexico to enhance shareholder value, though no suitable projects have been finalized. The placement awaits TSX Venture Exchange approval.

Goldgroup Mining Inc. announces a non-brokered private placement of up to 15,000,000 units at $0.80 each for gross proceeds up to $12 million. Each unit includes one share and one warrant (exercisable at $1.10 for 24 months). Proceeds to fund strategic acquisitions and growth; subject to TSXV approval.