Equinox Gold will redeem all US$172.5 million of its outstanding 4.75% convertible senior notes due October 2028. Notes not converted by October 19, 2026, will be redeemed October 20 at 100% of principal plus accrued interest. Full conversion could result in approximately 28.5 million new shares.
Silverco’s PEA for the producing La Negra mine outlines an 8.2-year mine life averaging 4.1 million silver-equivalent ounces annually. At $50/oz silver, the project generates an after-tax NPV5% of US$329 million, 131% IRR and two-year payback, requiring US$20.9 million in initial capital.
Heliostar reported that the Ana Paula feasibility study is 34% complete and remains scheduled for Q2 2027. An updated resource estimate and metallurgical work are nearing completion, with permitting advancing without material delays. The company targets a mid-2027 construction decision and first gold production before year-end 2028.
Luca Mining agreed to acquire the Cozamin underground copper-silver mine from Capstone Copper for US$290 million upfront and up to US$95 million in deferred and contingent consideration. The acquisition is expected to more than double Luca’s 2027 production and significantly increase its copper exposure, revenue and operating cash flow.
Capstone Copper agreed to sell its Cozamin mine in Zacatecas to Luca Mining for up to US$385 million: US$275 million cash at closing, US$15 million in Luca shares, US$35 million deferred and up to US$60 million contingent on copper prices. The transaction will strengthen Capstone’s balance sheet.
Regency Silver CEO Bruce Bragagnolo will attend the 2026 Precious Metals Summit in Beaver Creek, Colorado, from September 22–25. Although he will not present, investors and shareholders may contact him directly to arrange meetings during the conference.
Mercado Minerals signed an LOI to acquire the La Franca concession, consolidating 750 metres of untested vein strike with its Campanillas concession at the Zamora Project in Sinaloa. Surface sampling returned up to 1,530 g/t silver and 1.39 g/t gold over 1.0 metre. Mercado plans to begin drill-permitting immediately.
Aura Minerals secured a US$200 million syndicated loan arranged by Citi and Itaú BBA. The five-year facility carries interest of SOFR plus 2.70% and a two-year grace period. Proceeds will fund supplier payments and production-related costs, strengthening financial flexibility as Aura advances its growth projects and targets production exceeding 600,000 GEO annually.
Sinda Ltd. will join the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ), effective at market close on September 18, 2026. The inclusion follows Sinda’s initial public offering and NYSE listing and is expected to increase the company’s market visibility, institutional ownership and share liquidity.
EV Resources Limited has changed its name to Antimony Resources Limited, reflecting its focus on developing the Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico and other antimony assets. The company’s shares will begin trading under the new ASX code “ANT” on September 21, 2026.
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