Pan American Silver announced the renewal of its Normal Course Issuer Bid, allowing the company to repurchase up to 21.1 million shares (about 5% of outstanding shares) on the TSX and NYSE between March 6, 2026 and March 5, 2027. Shares bought will be cancelled and funded from working capital, reflecting management’s view that the stock may trade below its underlying value.
Aura Minerals announced that S&P Global Ratings upgraded its issuer credit rating to BB- from B+ and its Brazilian national scale rating to brAA+ from brAA, both with a stable outlook. The upgrade reflects stronger production growth, favorable gold prices, solid cash flow, and expectations of low debt-to-EBITDA levels supporting the company’s expansion strategy.
Heliostar Metals has appointed Tara Gilfillan as a non-executive director and Audit Chair, effective March 1, 2026. She brings over 30 years of mining industry experience in financial oversight, governance and capital markets, strengthening the board’s expertise as the company advances its growth strategy.
Fresnillo plc reported its 2025 preliminary financial results, highlighting strong operational performance supported by higher gold prices and improved production. The company emphasized continued investment in growth projects and exploration to sustain long-term production while maintaining financial discipline and returning value to shareholders.
Madoro Metals Corp. says work on its proposed reverse takeover with Narrow River Resources is advancing as expected, including technical reporting and regulatory filings. Both parties remain committed to completing the deal, which still requires final documentation, regulatory approval, and shareholder consent before it can close.
Capstone Copper reports record Q4 2025 results: The company achieved record consolidated copper production of 58,273 t in Q4 and 224,764 t for full-year 2025 at competitive C1 cash costs. Strong operational performance drove higher net income, adjusted EBITDA and operating cash flow, fully meeting 2025 guidance. Capstone provided 2026 production guidance of 200,000–230,000 t and highlighted ongoing project growth and operational priorities.
Kootenay Silver reported additional drill results from its Columba High-Grade Silver Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, including 10 m grading 503 g/t silver and 9.88 m grading 319 g/t silver from the Lupe Vein system. The ongoing drill program—expanded to 60,000 meters—is focused on step-out drilling to expand resources, currently estimated at 54.1 million inferred ounces of silver at 284 g/t.
Silver Spruce Resources Inc. announced a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $2 million, expected to close around March 27, 2026. Proceeds will fund exploration of the company’s mineral projects and general working capital. The offering may include finder’s fees and warrants, and insiders may participate, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval.
Kootenay Silver reported additional drill results from its Columba High-Grade Silver Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, including 10 m grading 503 g/t silver and 9.88 m grading 319 g/t silver from the Lupe Vein system. The ongoing drill program—expanded to 60,000 meters—is focused on step-out drilling to expand resources, currently estimated at 54.1 million inferred ounces of silver at 284 g/t.
Zacatecas Silver Corp. agreed to buy a 100% interest in Heliostar Metals’ Cumaro, La Lola, Oso Negro and Ejutla exploration properties in Sonora and Oaxaca, Mexico, creating a larger district-scale exploration platform with near-term drill targets and longer-term strategic potential. Oso Negro is a priority, undrilled high-grade opportunity. The deal expands Zacatecas Silver’s Mexican asset base.
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