FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC) is one of the 11 Biggest Agriculture Stocks to Buy in 2026.
On March 24, 2026, Citi analyst Patrick Cunningham increased FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC)’s price objective to $15 from $14 while keeping a Neutral rating. Citi reported higher fertilizer and energy prices as a result of the Middle East crisis, but noted that near-term agriculture cycle implications are manageable, with planting decisions only marginally influenced.
FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC) reported 2025 earnings and outlined 2026 targets, announcing a strategic evaluation that includes a potential company sale, as well as a goal of improving the balance sheet by $1 billion in debt reduction. The firm’s CEO, Pierre Brondeau, said that the company will focus on improving its core portfolio, managing the post-patent transition of Rynaxypyr®, and developing new active ingredients. The corporation forecasted 2026 sales of $3.60 billion to $3.80 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $670 million to $730 million, citing pricing pressure, with first-quarter EBITDA of $45 million to $55 million due to tariff and cost headwinds.
FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC) is an agricultural sciences company that provides producers with solutions and develops pipelines for crop protection, plant health, agriculture, pest control, and turf management.
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Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile Investment Narrative Recap
To own SQM, you need to believe in sustained value creation from lithium and specialty chemicals despite price swings, regulatory complexity in Chile and heavy growth capex. The recent analyst target hikes largely sharpen the near term catalyst of higher earnings from the lithium price spike, but they also highlight that valuation is already demanding, which reinforces the key risk that any reversal in lithium pricing or sentiment could hit returns hard.
Against this backdrop, the board’s proposal to lift the 2025 final dividend payout to 50% of net income is particularly relevant. It shows SQM using its return to profitability and stronger recent results to return more cash to shareholders at a time when lithium driven earnings are in focus and analysts have lifted EBITDA expectations on higher price assumptions, even as some warn that the current share price already prices in a lot of good news.
Yet for investors, the bigger question is what happens if environmental rules in Chile tighten further and limit SQM’s ability to grow output and margins…
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Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile's narrative projects $6.5 billion revenue and $1.9 billion earnings by 2028.
Uncover how Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile's forecasts yield a $75.33 fair value, a 9% downside to its current price.
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Some of the most optimistic analysts already saw SQM reaching about US$7.6 billion in revenue and US$2.2 billion in earnings, and they tie that upbeat view to the idea that traditional brine based lithium extraction could remain highly profitable despite emerging technologies. The latest lithium price surge and cautious analyst comments show how far apart views can be, and why you may want to compare these more aggressive assumptions with alternative scenarios before deciding how comfortable you are with SQM’s risk and reward.
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Find out why FMC’s -50.1% return over the last year is lagging behind its peers.
Approach 1: FMC Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis
A Discounted Cash Flow, or DCF, model takes forecasts of a company’s future cash flows and discounts them back to today using a required rate of return, aiming to estimate what the business is worth right now.
For FMC, the model uses a 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity approach based on cash flow projections in US$. The latest twelve month free cash flow is a loss of $161.40 million, so the model assumes conditions change over time. Analyst estimates feed into the nearer term, with projected free cash flow of $177.45 million in 2028. Beyond the explicit analyst horizon, Simply Wall St extrapolates free cash flows out to 2035, keeping the growth pattern grounded in those earlier inputs.
Putting these projected cash flows together and discounting them back to today gives an estimated intrinsic value of about $23.70 per share. Versus the current share price of $17.84, this implies FMC trades at roughly a 24.7% discount, which points to the shares looking undervalued under this DCF framework.
Result: UNDERVALUED
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis suggests FMC is undervalued by 24.7%. Track this in your watchlist or portfolio, or discover 64 more high quality undervalued stocks.
FMC Discounted Cash Flow as at Apr 2026
Approach 2: FMC Price vs Sales
For many established, profitable companies, price based multiples are a practical way to gauge what the market is willing to pay for each unit of business performance. When earnings are volatile, P/S can be especially useful because sales tend to be less affected by short term swings in profitability.
What counts as a normal or fair P/S ratio depends on how investors see a company’s growth potential and risk. Higher expected growth or lower perceived risk can support a higher P/S, while lower growth or higher risk usually justifies a lower multiple.
FMC currently trades on a P/S of 0.64x. This is below the Chemicals industry average of 1.13x and below the peer group average of 1.25x. Simply Wall St’s Fair Ratio for FMC is 1.88x, which is its proprietary estimate of what the P/S might be given factors such as earnings growth, profit margins, industry, market cap and company specific risks.
Because the Fair Ratio adjusts for those company specific drivers, it offers a more tailored benchmark than simply comparing FMC to peers or the wider industry. Comparing the current 0.64x P/S to the 1.88x Fair Ratio suggests the shares trade at a discount on this measure.
Result: UNDERVALUED
NYSE:FMC P/S Ratio as at Apr 2026
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Upgrade Your Decision Making: Choose your FMC Narrative
Earlier it was mentioned that there is an even better way to think about valuation. That is where Narratives come in, letting you attach a clear story about FMC, your own view on its future revenue, earnings and margins, to a forecast and a Fair Value that you can compare directly with today’s price on Simply Wall St’s Community page. You might side with a more cautious FMC view that lines up with a Fair Value of about US$13.00 or a more optimistic view closer to US$74.11. As new news or earnings arrive, those Narratives update automatically so your buy or sell decisions stay tied to the latest information rather than a static model.
For FMC, however, we will make it really easy for you with previews of two leading FMC Narratives:
Start with the bullish view if you think the market is underappreciating the repair story and the value of FMC’s portfolio and balance sheet actions, or the bear view if you think regulatory change and slowing demand still have more work to do on the share price.
Fair Value in this bullish narrative: US$18.12 per share.
Implied discount to this Fair Value at US$17.84: about 1.5% undervalued.
Analyst revenue growth assumption used: about 5.47% a year.
Fair Value in this bearish narrative: US$13.00 per share.
Implied premium to this Fair Value at US$17.84: about 37.2% overvalued.
Analyst revenue growth assumption used: about 2.07% a year.
If you want to see how your own expectations compare with either outcome, the full Narratives on Simply Wall St set out the detailed numbers behind each case along with the assumptions that drive those fair values.
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Lindian Resources, listed on the ASX under the ticker LIN, is focused on the Kangankunde Rare Earths project, which is advancing toward production. The new CFO arrives as the company reports funding and work on downstream integration, which together shape how capital is allocated and how project execution is overseen.
For investors following the rare earths space, this leadership change occurs at a point in Lindian Resources’ transition from project development to potential operations. Strengthening finance leadership and the broader corporate structure may influence how the company manages costs, funding options, and potential future expansion as it aims to build an integrated rare earths business.
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The CFO appointment comes shortly after Lindian Resources raised about A$100.0m through a follow on equity offering at A$0.75 per share, with 133,333,334 new shares issued at a discount of A$0.045. For you as an investor, this links leadership and capital structure in a clear way. A finance chief now has the mandate to oversee how this new equity is deployed across Kangankunde construction, project expansion, and downstream initiatives such as SARECO. The move also places more focus on financial discipline, cost tracking, and project controls as Lindian shifts from exploration and early development toward potential production.
The Risks and Rewards Investors Should Consider
What To Watch Going Forward
From here, keep an eye on how the new CFO sets out spending priorities for the A$100.0m raised, the transparency of project related reporting, and any updates to timelines or budgets at Kangankunde and SARECO. Investors may also want to track further capital raises, debt options, or offtake related funding and how those decisions affect dilution and financial risk. Comparing Lindian's progress and disclosures with peers in the rare earths sector can help you judge whether the finance function is supporting disciplined project execution or if cost and schedule pressures start to build.
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Bravo Mining (BRVO.V) on Thursday provided further details for its its copper-gold (Cu-Au) exploration program at its Luanga Project in Brazil.
The company said exploration focused on targets adjacent to, and beyond the limits of the Luanga palladium + platinum + rhodium + gold + nickel deposit.
Among highlights, the company said a comprehensive Phase 1 exploration program is planned for this year, including target refinement, advanced geophysics and drilling to systematically evaluate and prioritize Cu-Au opportunities across the Luanga property.
Initial target refinement will include detailed geological mapping and expanded geochemical sampling (soil and rock). It added that a 50 line-km of deep-Induced Polarization (deep-IP) survey coverage is planned across multiple priority targets.
An initial 8,000-meter drill program is planned for the second half of 2026 to test and prioritize the most prospective targets identified through earlier phases. It added that the program is to be extended based on results and interpretations.
"With Fabio Masotti joining to lead our Copper-Gold Exploration Division, we are taking a disciplined and structured approach to advancing the broader mineral potential of our Luanga property," said chief executive Luis Azevedo. "The 2026 program is designed to progressively refine targets through detailed geological mapping and expanded geochemical sampling and then test priority areas through integrated geophysics and drilling, while also assessing the potential for additional discoveries and extensions of known mineralization. Together, these efforts position us to unlock further value at Luanga across what we increasingly view as a multi-commodity opportunity."
The company's shares were last seen down $0.05 to $3.28 on the TSX Venture Exchange.
TORONTO, April 9, 2026 /CNW/ – Following the appointment of Mr. Fabio Masotti as Head of the new Copper-Gold Exploration Division, Bravo Mining Corp. (TSXV: BRVO) (OTCQX: BRVMF), ("Bravo" or the "Company") is pleased to provide further assessment and details for its copper-gold ("Cu-Au") exploration program at its 100% owned Luanga Project. This exploration focused on targets adjacent to, and beyond the limits of the Luanga palladium + platinum + rhodium + gold + nickel deposit ("Luanga deposit" or "Luanga PGM+Au+Ni deposit"), located in the Carajás Mineral Province, Pará State, Brazil.
Highlights:
"With Fabio Masotti joining to lead our Copper-Gold Exploration Division, we are taking a disciplined and structured approach to advancing the broader mineral potential of our Luanga property," said Luís Azevedo, Chairman and CEO of Bravo. "The 2026 program is designed to progressively refine targets through detailed geological mapping and expanded geochemical sampling and then test priority areas through integrated geophysics and drilling, while also assessing the potential for additional discoveries and extensions of known mineralization. Together, these efforts position us to unlock further value at Luanga across what we increasingly view as a multi-commodity opportunity.
Following the successful closing of our public offering and private placement, Bravo is now fully funded to advance both our core PGM+Au+Ni development plans and a comprehensive copper-gold exploration strategy in parallel. This positions us to systematically build a pipeline of copper-gold opportunities alongside our flagship project, including the evaluation of selective acquisition opportunities outside of Luanga, while maintaining a disciplined focus on capital allocation and long-term value creation."
Copper-Gold Exploration & Geological Background
Follow-up exploration of conductivity anomalies defined by an airborne helicopter Time-Domain electromagnetic ("TEM") and magnetic survey in 2023 has successfully identified several targets with Cu-Au potential within the Luanga tenement.
Testing of these targets resulted in the discovery of high-grade Cu-Au +/- Ni mineralization in massive to brecciated sulfides in the T5 and T16 targets. In addition to T5 and T16, several other Cu-Au targets were defined and advanced with encouraging results to date (please refer to news release dated 09 August 2025).
These targets had been initially interpreted by Bravo as belonging to the iron oxide copper-gold ("IOCG") deposit type, which is characteristic of Cu-Au mineralization in the Carajás Mineral Province.
However, a recent review of the geological characteristics of the Luanga property indicates that the Cu-Au mineralization outside the Luanga deposit can be classified as belonging to the Iron Sulphide Copper Gold ("ISCG") deposit type, which is closely related deposit type to IOCGs and part of the broader CGI (Copper–Gold–Iron) mineral system. ISCG and IOCG deposits share similar geochemistry, alteration, and paragenetic sequences, and commonly occur within the same geological provinces.
A key distinction in ISCG systems is the absence of Fe oxides (magnetite or hematite), which are replaced by Fe sulfides, notably pyrrhotite and pyrite. ISGCs have also been described as containing more abundant quartz, which is a feature observed at several targets in the Luanga Property.
At T5 and T16, for example, quartz occurs as clasts in hydrothermal breccias that predate the main sulfide mineralization, which occurs in the matrix of the breccias in conjunction with altered rock fragments and other alteration minerals, but lacking magnetite.
Similar quartz-sulfide breccias have been observed at other ISCG targets at Luanga, including Orion, Taurus, Lizard, and Gemini. The absence of magnetite in ISCG systems limits the effectiveness of magnetic methods for deposit identification, which are typically used in IOCG exploration.
A notable ISCG analogue deposit in the Carajás Mineral Province is the Antas Norte deposit, located approximately 40 km southwest of the Luanga tenement, which was discovered and mined by Avanco Resources.
The Luanga project also demonstrates potential for more traditional IOCG mineralization. This potential includes areas adjacent to the Luanga deposit. Examples include the Babylon target, where massive sulfide mineralization occurs near the top of a deeper hydrothermal alteration zone related to Fe–Ca–K metasomatism, as well as in the North Sector, where trenching has returned elevated gold grades with associated copper, adjacent to metasomatized rocks (see news release dated March 25, 2026).
2026 Exploration Program
A Phase 1 exploration program has been designed to further define and test Cu–Au targets in 2026 (Figure 1). The program includes initial target refinement through geological mapping and additional geochemical sampling of soils and rock chips, followed by geophysical surveys and drilling.
A total of approximately 50 line-km of deep-Induced Polarization ("deep-IP") surveying is planned across multiple targets.
IP is a well-established method for targeting disseminated and stockwork sulfide mineralization, which constitutes the bulk of mineralization in IOCG/ISCG systems and has proven effective in the Carajás region.
The deep-IP survey is designed to investigate to depths of greater than 300m from surface, beyond the limit of conventional IP methods Deep-IP will also cover portions of the Luanga deposit to assess the potential for deep extensions and additional occurrences of PGM+Au+Ni and ISCG/IOCG mineralization.
Additional geophysical surveys, including TEM, as well as structural work, will be performed on targets of known mineralization such as T5 and T16 to identify continuations along strike and at depth of the high-grade mineralized shoots identified to date.
An approximately 8,000 m drill program is planned for the second half of 2026 to test the most prospective targets generated from the aforementioned exploration work.
Copper-Gold Division Strategy
The Copper-Gold Exploration Division will operate within a dedicated budget and team.
The Copper Exploration Division's mandate includes growth and acquisition opportunities focused on the Carajás Mineral Province, aimed at expanding Bravo's copper optionality and long-term value creation alongside the core Luanga PGM+Au+Ni project.
With that objective, the team has initiated the review of selected opportunities and believes the Carajás Mineral Province presents numerous opportunities for the development of Cu-Au deposits that may support a dedicated mine development or a hub and spoke scenario inclusive of Luanga's copper areas.
Bravo's management team has a unique combined experience of successful exploration, property negotiation, project development and operations in the Carajás Mineral Province, supporting its ability to execute on this strategy.
About Bravo Mining Corp.
Bravo is a Canadian and Brazil-based mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing its PGM and copper-gold Luanga Project in the Carajás Mineral Province, Pará State, Brazil. Bravo is one of the most active explorers in Carajás.
The team, comprising of local and international geologists, has a proven track record of PGM, nickel, and copper discoveries in the region. They have successfully taken a past IOCG greenfield project from discovery to development and production in the Carajás.
The Luanga Project is situated on mature freehold farming land and benefits from being located close to operating mines and a mining-experienced workforce, with excellent access and proximity to existing infrastructure, including road, rail, and hydroelectric grid power. Bravo's current Environmental, Social and Governance activities include planting more than 50,000 high-value trees in and around the project area and hiring and contracting locally.
Technical Disclosure
Technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Simon Mottram, F.AusIMM (Fellow Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy), President of Bravo Mining Corp. who serves as the Company's "qualified person" as defined in National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"). Mr. Mottram has verified the technical data and opinions contained in this news release.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Forward Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking information which is not comprised of historical facts. Forward-looking information is characterized by words such as "successful", "high-grade", "encouraging", "potential", "grow", "abundant", "expand", "opportunity", variants of these words and other similar words, phrases, or statements that certain events or conditions "may", "should" or "will" occur. This news release contains forward-looking information pertaining to the Company's Cu exploration program, including the Phase 1 exploration program and the results thereof; the interpretation of the results of data generated, including that mineralization exists and its style/type; the potential future economics of such mineralization; the timing and results of the Pre-feasibility study on the Luanga PGM+Au+Ni deposit; whether or not deeper extensions to the known PGM+Au+Ni mineralization exists and the potential economics of any deeper mineralization identified; and the Company's plans in respect thereof. Forward-looking information involves risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events, results, and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking information include, but are not limited to, unexpected results from exploration programs, changes in the state of equity and debt markets, fluctuations in commodity prices, delays in obtaining required regulatory or governmental approvals, environmental risks, limitations on insurance coverage; and other risks and uncertainties involved in the mineral exploration and development industry. Forward-looking information in this news release is based on the opinions and assumptions of management considered reasonable as of the date hereof, including, but not limited to results from trenching reasonably reflect consistent zones of oxide mineralization and that future results from additional trenching will continue to see similar broad distribution of oxides with higher grades that the current MRE; that activities will not be adversely disrupted or impeded by regulatory, political, community, economic, environmental and/or healthy and safety risks; that the Luanga Project will not be materially affected by potential supply chain disruptions; and general business and economic conditions will not change in a materially adverse manner. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, other than as required by applicable securities laws.
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FMC Corporation FMC has secured the European Union’s (“EU”) approval for its Isoflex active herbicide, marking a major regulatory and strategic milestone as it prepares to enter a constrained European crop protection market.
The approval enables FMC to target more than 55 million planted hectares of key crops, such as cereals, corn, oilseed rape and potatoes in the EU, with commercial launches of products with Isoflex active expected from 2027, pending regulatory decisions. This development is particularly significant as it addresses a critical gap in Europe, where growers have lost access to more than 20 herbicide active ingredients since 2019. It left farmers with limited options amid rising herbicide resistance.
Isoflex active, classified as a Group 13 herbicide by the Herbicide Resistance Action Committee, offers a novel mode of action along with broad-spectrum weed control, residual activity and flexible application timing, making it a valuable tool for resistance management and sustainable farming practices.
The product has already been deployed in multiple global markets, including Latin America, Asia and Australia. The EU approval strengthens FMC’s innovation-driven growth strategy, positioning Isoflex as a potential long-term revenue driver and reinforcing the company’s presence in high-value agricultural markets.
Shares of FMC are down 52.7% over the past year against the industry’s 33.5% growth.
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FMC currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Consumer Staples space are Archer Daniels Midland Company ADM, Adecoagro S.A. AGRO and Corteva, Inc. CTVA. ADM sports a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy), while AGRO and CTVA have a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ADM’s current-year earnings stands at $4.32 per share, implying a 25.9% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 3.8%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AGRO’s current-year earnings is pegged at $1.39 per share, indicating a 872.2% year-over-year increase. Shares of AGRO have risen 38.9% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CTVA’s current-year earnings is pegged at $3.63 per share, indicating a 8.7% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 26%.
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Lindian raises ~$6M from options exercise and underwriting following $100M placement Proactive uses images sourced from Shutterstock
Lindian Resources Ltd (ASX:LIN, OTC:LINIF) has raised about A$6 million through the exercise and underwriting of 17.3 million unlisted options that expired on April 3, 2026, leaving the company with no options on issue following their conversion.
About 14.42 million options were exercised by holders, while Petra Capital Pty Ltd underwrote the remaining 2.88 million options, contributing about A$1 million in gross proceeds at an exercise price of A$0.35 each.
The underwriting agreement is on standard commercial terms and includes customary termination events, including a 10% fall in the S&P/ASX 300 Index.
The options expired at 5pm WST on April 3, 2026, with settlement of shares under the underwriting agreement expected on April 14, 2026, and issue of those shares expected on or around the same date.
The proceeds from the options, together with cash at bank and its recent A$100 million institutional placement, will further strengthen the balance sheet.
The company plans to use the funds to complete Stage 1 of the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project and move it to first concentrate production and cash flow, while also supporting Stage 2 expansion and the SARECO MREC facility.
Lindian appoints Derek Bideshi CFO as Kangankunde development advances
With money in the bank, Lindian has strengthened its executive team with the appointment of mining finance executive Derek Bideshi as chief financial officer, as the company advances toward production at its flagship Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi.
The appointment comes at a key stage for Lindian, with construction underway at Kangankunde and work progressing in parallel on its downstream processing strategy through SARECO as it builds toward becoming an integrated rare earths producer.
Bideshi is set to formally join the company on July 6 and brings more than 18 years of international experience across the mining and resources sector, including senior roles with Iluka Resources, South32 and BHP.
Lindian moves on Kazakhstan MREC plant deal to advance downstream strategy
Meanwhile, Lindian is seeking to secure downstream processing capability after signing a binding term sheet to acquire a controlling interest in an operating mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) facility in Kazakhstan, an asset the company says could support commercial MREC production by Q4 2026.
Under the proposed structure, an incorporated joint venture would be established between Lindian, which would hold 51%, and local partner RA Group, with 49%, before acquiring 100% of the SARECO hydrometallurgical plant in Stepnogorsk.
The facility has previously operated under a joint venture between Sumitomo Corporation and Kazatomprom, giving it an established operating history.
The agreed acquisition price is US$15 million, with Lindian to contribute US$7.65 million and RA Group US$7.35 million.
TORONTO, April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — McChip Resources Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX-V:MCS-X) today announced that the Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”) has declared a special one-time distribution of cash (the “Cash Distribution”) and a special one-time distribution of common shares of Taranis Resources Inc. (“Taranis Shares”) that are held by the Company (the “Share Distribution”, and, collectively with the Cash Distribution, the “Distributions”) to its shareholders (the “Shareholders”) of record at the close of business on April 10, 2026 (the “Record Date”). The Distributions will be made on April 21, 2026 (the “Distribution Date”).
After careful consideration of the potential alternatives, the Board determined that it is in the best interest of the Company for it to make the Distributions.
Each of the Cash Dividend and the Share Distribution is designated as an “eligible dividend” for Canadian income tax purposes.
Cash Distribution
The Company will distribute an aggregate of $6,556,105.60 pursuant to the Cash Distribution which will amount to $1.10 per common share of the Company (a “Company Share”) held. A portion of the Cash Distribution in the amount of $5,185,283.52 (or $0.87 per Common Share) will constitute a return of capital to the Shareholders, with the remainder in the amount of $1,370,822.08 (or $0.23 per Common Share) (the “Cash Dividend”) to be treated as a dividend. On October 1, 2025, the Shareholders approved a special resolution authorizing a reduction of the stated capital account maintained in respect of the Company Shares by an amount equal to $5,200,000 to allow the Company to make such return of capital in cash to the Shareholders.
Taranis Resources Inc. Share Distribution
The Company will distribute an aggregate of 17,377,244 Taranis Shares to the Shareholders pursuant to the Share Distribution, which will amount to approximately 2.9156 Taranis Shares per Company Share held.
The Share Distribution will be effected by way of a dividend-in-kind.
“Due Bill” Trading
The Distributions will be completed in accordance with the applicable “due bill” trading procedures of the TSX Venture Exchange. The Company Shares will be traded in accordance with the “due bill” procedures from the Record Date, being April 10, 2026 (inclusive), until the close of trading on the Distribution Date, being April 21, 2026 (inclusive) (the “Due Bills Period”). Any trades executed on the TSX Venture Exchange during the Due Bills Period will be identified to ensure that purchasers of Company Shares receive entitlement to the Distributions, whereby the sellers of the Company Shares during the Due Bills Period will also sell their entitlement to the Distributions to the respective purchasers of such Company Shares. The Company Shares will commence trading on an “ex-distribution” basis without an attached “Due Bill” entitlement to the Distributions from the opening of trading on the day following the Distribution Date, being April 22, 2026, which is the applicable redemption date for the “Due Bills”.
For further information contact: Edward G. DumondCorporate Secretary 289-231-4765McChip Resources Inc.
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PHILADELPHIA, April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, today announced that Isoflex® active, the trade name for bixlozone, has received regulatory approval in the European Union (EU). This approval is a critical milestone in FMC's commercialization process, paving the way for the introduction of formulated products across more than 55 million planted hectares of cereals, corn, oilseed rape and potato in the EU. Product dossiers have been submitted for these crops, and pending regulatory decisions, FMC anticipates launching products powered by Isoflex® active beginning in 2027.
"The approval of Isoflex® active addresses a critical gap in agriculture in the European Union," said Sebastià Pons, vice president, president FMC EMEA. "Since the last herbicide approval in 2019, growers have lost access to more than 20 herbicide active ingredients. This approval reinforces our ability to develop and register advanced crop protection solutions that solve grower challenges and help strengthen Europe's agricultural economy."
Isoflex® active is classified by the Herbicide Resistance Action Committee (HRAC) as a Group 13 herbicide. The molecule provides lasting control of key grass weeds and a wide range of broadleaf weeds, offering growers a new mode of action in cereals, enabling them to effectively manage resistant weed populations and protect economically important crops across the EU.
The European launches will build on FMC's successful global rollout of products powered by Isoflex® active, which have already been registered and commercialized in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, China, Great Britain, Pakistan, Uruguay and India. Products containing Isoflex® active have exhibited pre-plant, pre-emergence and early post-emergence selectivity in major crops across the globe, including cereals, cotton, oilseed rape, rice and pulses. Research and development on the use of Isoflex® active in additional crops and segments is ongoing.
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Small Cap watch: Lindian's new CFO, Far East Gold retains 51% Woyla interest; 'Spectacular' drill results for St George Proactive uses images sourced from Shutterstock
The S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Index (ASX: XSO) closed at 3,331.30, down 85.60 points or 2.51% on Thursday as we launched into the Easter weekend, while remaining up 27.00 points or 0.82% over the past 5 trading days.
As the market fluctuates, small-cap companies continue to update the market. Today, so far, we've seen executive appointments, project ownership and exploration progress. You can read about the following and more throughout the day.
Lindian bolsters finance leadership
Lindian Resources Ltd (ASX:LIN, OTC:LINIF) has announced the appointment of Derek Bideshi as chief financial officer, effective 6 July 2026. The company said the appointment strengthens its executive capability at a critical phase as it advances the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project through mining, construction and downstream processing initiatives at SARECO. Lindian also announced the promotion of Rajesh Agrawal to general manager, finance, reinforcing depth within the finance function as it transitions to a multi-jurisdictional operating business.
Far East Gold retains 51% Woyla interest
Far East Gold Ltd (ASX:FEG) has provided an update on its interest in the Woyla Project in Aceh, Indonesia. Under the Conditional Share Purchase Agreement, the company had a pathway to increase its ownership stake in the project to 80%, subject to completion of a feasibility study. It had also been working with the vendor on a possible direct pathway to increase its economic interest to 100% without the need for a feasibility study, but said final terms could not be agreed at this stage. FEG will therefore continue to hold a 51% interest in the Woyla Project. No feasibility study has commenced and no further exploration activities will be undertaken at the project for now.
St George reports more Araxá drill results
St George Mining Ltd (ASX:SGQ, FRA:S0G, OTC:SGQMF) has reported further assay results from ongoing diamond drilling at its wholly owned Araxá Rare Earths and Niobium Project in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The company said its around-the-clock drill campaign has been underway for more than six months and is designed to further define and expand the Mineral Resource Estimate. Assay results continue to be received, supporting what St George described as the project’s resource potential and its positioning as a significant rare earths and niobium development opportunity.
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Lindian Resources Ltd (ASX:LIN, OTC:LINIF) has bolstered its executive team with the appointment of experienced mining finance leader Derek Bideshi as chief financial officer, as the company moves closer to production at its flagship Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi.
The appointment comes at a pivotal stage for Lindian, with construction under way at Kangankunde and parallel efforts advancing its downstream processing strategy through SARECO, positioning the company as an emerging integrated rare earths producer.
Bideshi will formally join the company on July 6, bringing more than 18 years of international experience across mining and resources, including senior roles at Iluka Resources, South32 and BHP.
Experienced finance leader joins at critical phase
At Iluka, Bideshi served as general manager of finance, overseeing group-wide functions spanning treasury, tax, procurement and financial strategy. He played a central role in refinancing more than US$500 million in corporate debt and establishing funding structures to support multi-jurisdictional operations.
His background in capital management, project financing and governance is closely aligned with Lindian’s current priorities as it transitions from development into production and scales its operations across Malawi and Kazakhstan.
As CFO, Bideshi will lead the company’s global finance function, supporting capital allocation, funding strategy and commercial execution, including offtake arrangements and broader growth initiatives.
Non-executive director Teck Lim said the appointment strengthens Lindian’s leadership at an “important juncture” as it advances Kangankunde towards first production and builds out its downstream ambitions.
“Derek brings a disciplined and commercially grounded approach to financial management, with strong board engagement and capital markets experience,” Lim said. “This will be critical as we continue to scale the business and deliver on our strategy.”
Internal promotion reinforces depth
Alongside the new CFO appointment, Lindian has promoted Rajesh Agrawal to general manager of finance, recognising his role in building the company’s financial systems and supporting its transition into the development phase.
Agrawal joined Lindian in 2024 as financial controller and brings more than three decades of experience across mining and multinational organisations, including roles with Rio Tinto and Aditya Birla Group.
The dual appointments reflect a broader push to strengthen internal capability as the company evolves into a multi-jurisdictional operating business, with finance and supply chain teams already established across Malawi and Kazakhstan.
Lindian is also upgrading its enterprise resource planning systems and implementing enhanced audit and risk frameworks to support operational scale and reporting discipline as it approaches production.
Building momentum at Kangankunde
The leadership update follows a series of recent milestones as Lindian accelerates development at Kangankunde, one of the world’s largest undeveloped rare earths deposits.
The company recently secured A$100 million in funding to fast-track project expansion and downstream initiatives, while also strengthening its board and project team as construction activity ramps up.
Kangankunde is expected to produce a high-grade monazite concentrate, with strong project economics supported by low operating costs and favourable infrastructure access. The company has also recently highlighted progress at the Tipume camp, marking another step towards first production.
With funding in place, early construction under way and now an expanded finance leadership team, Lindian appears increasingly focused on execution — moving from project development into production while laying the groundwork for a vertically integrated rare earths business.
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (NYSE:SQM) is among the Lithium Stocks List: 9 Biggest Lithium Stocks.
On March 25, BofA raised the firm’s price target on Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (NYSE:SQM) to $53 from $49 while maintaining an Underperform rating, noting that lithium prices have surged approximately 150% since last June due to supply curtailments and improving demand dynamics. The firm increased its 2026 EBITDA estimate for the company by 41% to $3.6 billion, which stands about 17% above consensus expectations, driven by higher assumed lithium pricing. However, BofA cautions that the current valuation premium appears stretched, as it anticipates lithium prices to peak in 2026, with any subsequent correction likely to be more moderate than in prior cycles.
On February 23, Berenberg also raised its price target on Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (NYSE:SQM) to $53 from $47 while maintaining a Hold rating, highlighting that the rebound in lithium prices has more than doubled the share prices of lithium producers from their mid-2025 lows. Despite this recovery, the firm believes that both SQM and its peers are trading above intrinsic value, reflecting elevated expectations embedded in current pricing.
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (NYSE:SQM) is a Chilean chemical company and a global supplier of lithium, iodine, plant nutrients, and industrial chemicals.
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada, April 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada Carbon Inc. (the "Company" or "Canada Carbon") (TSX-V:CCB) (FF:U7N1) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gordon Zind as Chief Financial Officer, effective March 31, 2026. subject to the prior acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange. In connection with this appointment, Arran Thorpe has resigned as Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company.
“I am pleased to join Canada Carbon at this important stage and look forward to working with the management team and board to support the Company’s financial reporting, governance and strategic objectives,” said Mr. Zind.
The Company welcomes Mr. Zind and thanks Mr. Thorpe for his service as Interim Chief Financial Officer.
In addition, the Company announces that it has extended the exclusivity period under its memorandum of understanding dated October 5, 2022, as amended on October 10, 2025 (the “MOU”), with Irondequoit Carbon Co., LLC (“Irondequoit”) to April 6, 2027. Pursuant to the MOU, Irondequoit has been granted exclusive rights, subject to further extension, to pursue binding offtake agreements for a minimum of 25% of graphite production from the Company’s Miller project, targeted at end‑use applications including aerospace, defence and high‑performance lithium battery energy storage. The extension of the exclusivity period reflects the parties’ continued engagement with respect to potential strategic offtake arrangements.
ABOUT CANADA CARBON INC.
Canada Carbon Inc. is a Canadian exploration and development company focused on high-purity graphite deposits, primarily the Miller and Asbury projects in Quebec. The Company is positioned to supply premium graphite materials for advanced industrial applications.
CANADA CARBON INC.
“Arran Thorpe”Interim Chief Executive Officer and Director Contact Information E-mail inquiries: info@canadacarbon.com P: (905) 407-1212
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As the Australian market navigates a challenging period marked by geopolitical tensions and natural disruptions, such as Tropical Cyclone Narelle impacting key sectors like energy, investors are keenly observing how these dynamics influence small-cap stocks on the ASX. In this environment, identifying promising opportunities involves looking for companies that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth despite broader market uncertainties.
Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Australia
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| Fiducian Group | NA | 9.85% | 10.78% | ★★★★★★ |
| Joyce | NA | 7.70% | 7.34% | ★★★★★★ |
| Euroz Hartleys Group | NA | -2.67% | -37.02% | ★★★★★★ |
| Plato Income Maximiser | NA | 24.97% | 22.43% | ★★★★★★ |
| WAM Strategic Value | NA | -9.74% | 30.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| Focus Minerals | NA | 75.35% | 51.34% | ★★★★★★ |
| SDI | 14.65% | 8.06% | 12.66% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Zimplats Holdings | 3.35% | -10.45% | -46.73% | ★★★★★☆ |
| AMCIL | NA | 2.99% | 1.18% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Australian United Investment | 6.80% | 2.27% | 1.31% | ★★★★☆☆ |
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Overview: Australian Ethical Investment Ltd is a publicly owned investment manager with a market capitalization of A$515.65 million.
Operations: Australian Ethical Investment Ltd generates revenue primarily from its funds management segment, which amounts to A$126.41 million. The company’s market capitalization stands at A$515.65 million.
Australian Ethical Investment, a nimble player in the ethical investment space, has shown impressive growth with earnings surging 62% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. The company remains debt-free for five years, underscoring its robust financial health. Recent board changes include appointing Karen Orvad as an independent director, enhancing governance expertise. Financially solid with high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow of A$21.27 million as of June 2024, it declared an interim dividend increase to A$9.11 million for December 2025. This strategic positioning suggests promising growth potential in ethical investing markets.
ASX:AEF Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Mar 2026MFF Capital Investments
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: MFF Capital Investments Limited is an investment firm manager with a market capitalization of approximately A$2.70 billion.
Operations: MFF Capital Investments generates revenue primarily from equity investments, amounting to A$374.08 million. The firm has a market capitalization of approximately A$2.70 billion.
MFF Capital Investments, a relatively small player in the Australian market, has been navigating some choppy waters lately. Over the past year, earnings growth was negative at -61.9%, contrasting sharply with the industry average of 8.2%. Despite this setback, MFF trades at a significant discount—70% below its estimated fair value—offering potential appeal for bargain hunters. The company’s debt to equity ratio rose from 0% to 0.2% over five years but remains manageable with interest payments well covered by EBIT at 94x coverage. Recent announcements revealed net income of A$209.72 million for H1 2026 and an upcoming dividend increase to A$0.11 per share for June-end period, reflecting ongoing shareholder returns amidst financial challenges.
ASX:MFF Debt to Equity as at Mar 2026Omni Bridgeway
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Omni Bridgeway Limited, with a market cap of A$455.54 million, operates by offering dispute and litigation finance services across various regions including Australia, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, New Zealand, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Operations: Omni Bridgeway generates revenue primarily from funding and providing services related to legal dispute resolution, amounting to A$200.52 million. The company’s net profit margin is a key indicator of its profitability in this niche market.
Omni Bridgeway, a notable player in the legal finance sector, showcases robust financial health with its debt to equity ratio dropping from 22.2% to 3.4% over the past five years, and a substantial A$5.5 billion in assets under management. The company recently reported impressive half-year results with net income reaching A$83.91 million compared to a loss of A$32.61 million previously, highlighting significant growth despite earnings forecasts suggesting an average decline of 169.9% annually over the next three years. Its price-to-earnings ratio stands at just 1x, well below the Australian market average of 17.1x, indicating potential undervaluation relative to peers and industry standards.
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POSCO Holdings Inc. PKX recently announced that its battery materials subsidiary POSCO Future M has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Kumho Petrochemical and BEI to develop next-generation battery technology. The partnership focuses on anode-free lithium metal batteries and aims to combine materials innovation with advanced cell engineering to accelerate commercialization.
The collaboration is centered on anode-free battery architecture. This design removes the traditional graphite anode. Lithium is deposited directly onto the current collector during charging. The structure creates more usable space inside the cell.
It can deliver 30% to 50% higher energy density than conventional lithium-ion batteries. The technology also reduces battery weight and improves efficiency. It is well-suited for electric vehicles, drones, robotics and urban air mobility systems. Faster charging is another key benefit. Charging speeds can be more than twice as fast as existing battery technologies.
POSCO Future M will develop cathode materials optimized for anode-free systems. Kumho Petrochemical will supply carbon nanotubes (CNTs) to improve conductivity and performance. BEI will lead battery cell design and engineering. This ensures that the materials are integrated into practical and scalable battery solutions.
The collaboration targets high-growth sectors that require high energy density and fast charging. It reflects a broader industry push to move beyond the limits of conventional lithium-ion batteries.
Shares of PKX are up 14% over the past year against the industry’s 3.3% fall.
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PKX currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Impala Platinum Holdings Limited IMPUY, Fortuna Mining Corp. FSM and NEXA Resources S.A. NEXA. IMPUY, FSM and NEXA carry a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for IMPUY’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $2.12 per share, indicating a 4,140% year-over-year increase. Shares of IMPUY have jumped 105.2% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FSM’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $1.85 per share, indicating a 180.3% year-over-year increase. Shares of FSM have gained 48.6% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NEXA’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $1.70 per share, indicating a 100% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters while missing once, with the average earnings surprise being 76%.
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Bravo Mining (BRVO.V) reported Wednesday that it has received assay results from seven trenches in the North Sector at its 100% owned Luanga deposit, located in the Carajas Mineral Province, Para State, Brazil.
In a statement, the company said highlights from the palladium, platinum, rhodium, gold and nickel deposit include 151 metres at 3.6 g/t PGM+Au (plus 0.16% Cu), including 43m at 8.3 g/t PGM+Au (plus 0.21% Cu), as well as 78m at 3.0 g/t PGM+Au, including 17m at 7.1 g/t PGM+Au.
Bravo said: "Trenching has identified the presence of anomalous copper associated with elevated gold values in the North Sector of the Luanga Deposit, which is particularly encouraging, as it may point to later-stage Iron Oxide Copper Gold-style mineralization overprinting the PGM mineralization. This emerging copper-gold association supports our broader geological model and aligns with the rationale behind advancing our dedicated copper-gold exploration division, which is now working on an exploration program designed to further define and test Cu-Au targets in 2026," said Luis Azevedo, Chairman and CEO of Bravo.
"At the same time, trenching continues to demonstrate a broader lateral extent of oxide PGM+Au mineralization at surface, including zones with significantly higher grades and particularly elevated gold grades as compared to those previously observed. These consistent results suggest potential to increase the overall volume of oxide mineralization at Luanga. Importantly, the higher-grade zones observed in trenching align with, and in some cases exceed, grades intersected in drill holes at depth in this area."
Shares in BRVO edged lower in Canada yesterday.
Highlights include 151m at 3.6 g/t PGM+Au (plus 0.16% Cu), including 43m at 8.3 g/t PGM+Au (plus 0.21% Cu), as well as 78m at 3.0 g/t PGM+Au, including 17m at 7.1 g/t PGM+Au
TORONTO, March 25, 2026 /CNW/ – Bravo Mining Corp. (TSXV: BRVO) (OTCQX: BRVMF), ("Bravo" or the "Company") is pleased to report that it has received assay results from seven trenches in the North Sector at its 100% owned Luanga palladium + platinum + rhodium + gold + nickel deposit ("Luanga deposit" or "Luanga PGM+Au+Ni deposit"), located in the Carajás Mineral Province, Pará State, Brazil.
"Trenching has identified the presence of anomalous copper associated with elevated gold values in the North Sector of the Luanga Deposit, which is particularly encouraging, as it may point to later-stage Iron Oxide Copper Gold-style ("IOCG") mineralization overprinting the PGM mineralization. This emerging copper-gold association supports our broader geological model and aligns with the rationale behind advancing our dedicated copper-gold exploration division, which is now working on an exploration program designed to further define and test Cu-Au targets in 2026," said Luís Azevedo, Chairman and CEO of Bravo. "At the same time, trenching continues to demonstrate a broader lateral extent of oxide PGM+Au mineralization at surface, including zones with significantly higher grades and particularly elevated gold grades as compared to those previously observed. These consistent results suggest potential to increase the overall volume of oxide mineralization at Luanga. Importantly, the higher-grade zones observed in trenching align with, and in some cases exceed, grades intersected in drill holes at depth in this area."
Highlights Include:
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TRENCH-ID |
From (m) |
To (m) |
Thickness (m) |
Pd (g/t) |
Pt (g/t) |
Rh (g/t) |
Au (g/t) |
PGM + Au (g/t) |
Cu % |
TYPE |
|
TRC25LU055 |
0.00 |
151.20 |
151.20 |
1.18 |
1.96 |
0.18 |
0.29 |
3.61 |
0.16 |
Ox |
|
(including) |
19.80 |
62.80 |
43.00 |
2.71 |
4.53 |
0.44 |
0.66 |
8.33 |
0.21 |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU057 |
0.00 |
77.80 |
77.80 |
0.96 |
1.66 |
0.15 |
0.24 |
3.01 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
25.90 |
42.40 |
16.50 |
2.38 |
4.04 |
0.37 |
0.36 |
7.15 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU060 |
0.00 |
87.90 |
87.90 |
1.00 |
1.87 |
0.19 |
0.04 |
3.10 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
35.70 |
48.80 |
13.10 |
4.11 |
7.27 |
0.78 |
0.09 |
12.25 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU061 |
0.00 |
71.80 |
71.80 |
0.51 |
0.82 |
0.12 |
0.02 |
1.48 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
31.50 |
41.50 |
10.00 |
1.55 |
2.07 |
0.49 |
0.04 |
4.15 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
Notes: All 'From', 'To' depths, and 'Thicknesses' are along the topographic surface. "NSR" = No Significant result. |
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Type: Ox = Oxide. Recovery methods and results will differ based on the type of mineralization. |
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Luanga Trenching Program
Trenching across the strike of the Luanga PGM+Au+Ni deposit is aimed at improving the interpretation of near-surface mineralization and reducing the spacing between assay data points, with the objective of supporting mineral resource classification to the Indicated category. The program has continued to be successful in meeting Bravo's objectives.
Results from trenching at the most northerly part of Luanga's North Sector have shown unusually high gold grades as compared to those previously observed at Luanga, including elsewhere in the North Sector. A series of six infill trenches (TRC25LU055 and TRC25LU057 to TRC25LU061 inclusive; Figures 1 and 2) were completed to further investigate the higher gold grades, while trench TRC25LU056 at the southern end of the North Sector aimed to further test for the presence of higher gold grades in that area.
As previously observed in nearby trench TRC23LU021, which returned 79m at 3.65g/t PGM+Au with Au at 0.13 g/t Au, and including 22m at 9.4g/t PGM+Au with Au at 0.43 g/t Au (see news release dated September 26, 2023), trenches TRC25LU055 and 057 also returned gold grades that are multiple times higher than those observed elsewhere at Luanga, and comparable to or exceeding the higher gold grades initially encountered in TRC023LU021. Trench TRC25LU055 also returned highly anomalous associated copper values.
Anomalous copper associated with elevated gold values is potentially indicative of later IOCG mineralization which is believed to be associated with the potential IOCG-style mineralization intersected at the Babylon target.
Trench TRC25LU055 (151m at 0.29 g/t Au, 0.16% Cu, including 43m at 0.66 g/t Au and 0.21% Cu), returned the best Cu-Au results. Trench TRC025LU056 (Figure 2), located at the southern extent of the North Sector, also showed indications of elevated gold grades, however anomalous associated copper was also returned (including 30m at 0.15 g/t Au, 0.16% Cu). This trench is located to the south of the Babylon target mineralization and the buried granitic intrusion referenced above.
Figure 1 shows the location of trenches at the northern extent of the North Sector, while Figure 2 shows the location of all trenches reported in this news release. Infill trenching continues to confirm the presence of supergene enrichment in the saprolite zone (above the base of oxidation) in the North Sector. The presence of higher gold grade zones within this sector may have favourable economic implications, given the anticipated simpler recovery of gold versus PGMs in oxide material.
The same sampling and assay laboratory procedures, as well as QAQC protocols applied to drill core sampling, are applied to trench samples.
Luanga Drilling & Trenching Status
A total of 387 drill holes have been completed by Bravo to date, totaling 80,977 metres, including 8 metallurgical holes (not subject to routine assaying). Results have been reported for 347 Bravo drill holes to date. Assay results for 32 drill holes are currently outstanding (excluding the metallurgical holes). A total of 58 trenches have been completed to date (10,901 metres), with results for 6 trenches currently pending.
Complete Table of Recent Intercepts – Trenching
|
TRENCH-ID |
From (m) |
To (m) |
Thickness (m) |
Pd (g/t) |
Pt (g/t) |
Rh (g/t) |
Au (g/t) |
PGM + Au (g/t) |
Cu % |
TYPE |
|
TRC25LU055 |
0.00 |
151.20 |
151.20 |
1.18 |
1.96 |
0.18 |
0.29 |
3.61 |
0.16 |
Ox |
|
(including) |
0.00 |
4.00 |
4.00 |
5.46 |
1.39 |
1.29 |
0.05 |
8.19 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
19.80 |
62.80 |
43.00 |
2.71 |
4.53 |
0.44 |
0.66 |
8.33 |
0.21 |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU056 |
0.00 |
203.25 |
203.25 |
0.19 |
0.39 |
0.02 |
0.06 |
0.66 |
0.09 |
Ox |
|
(including) |
51.60 |
56.60 |
5.00 |
0.33 |
0.63 |
0.04 |
0.01 |
1.01 |
0.03 |
Ox |
|
(including) |
69.95 |
72.80 |
2.85 |
0.55 |
0.91 |
0.02 |
0.04 |
1.52 |
0.11 |
Ox |
|
(including) |
108.80 |
139.00 |
30.20 |
0.33 |
0.70 |
0.02 |
0.15 |
1.20 |
0.16 |
Ox |
|
(including) |
168.40 |
193.25 |
24.85 |
0.17 |
0.45 |
0.03 |
0.11 |
0.77 |
0.20 |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU057 |
0.00 |
77.80 |
77.80 |
0.96 |
1.66 |
0.15 |
0.24 |
3.01 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
25.90 |
42.40 |
16.50 |
2.38 |
4.04 |
0.37 |
0.36 |
7.15 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU058 |
0.00 |
76.40 |
76.40 |
0.39 |
0.88 |
0.05 |
0.14 |
1.46 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
7.00 |
12.60 |
5.60 |
1.75 |
2.99 |
0.22 |
0.04 |
5.00 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU059 |
0.00 |
76.60 |
76.60 |
0.28 |
0.84 |
0.02 |
0.09 |
1.23 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
79.60 |
101.60 |
22.00 |
0.15 |
0.33 |
0.02 |
0.10 |
0.60 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
|
TRC25LU060 |
0.00 |
87.90 |
87.90 |
1.00 |
1.87 |
0.19 |
0.04 |
3.10 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
35.70 |
48.80 |
13.10 |
4.11 |
7.27 |
0.78 |
0.09 |
12.25 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
TRC25LU061 |
0.00 |
71.80 |
71.80 |
0.51 |
0.82 |
0.12 |
0.02 |
1.48 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
(including) |
31.50 |
41.50 |
10.00 |
1.55 |
2.07 |
0.49 |
0.04 |
4.15 |
NSR |
Ox |
|
Notes: All 'From', 'To' depths, and 'Thicknesses' are along the topographic surface. "NSR" = No Significant result. |
||||||||||
|
Type: Ox = Oxide. Recovery methods and results will differ based on the type of mineralization. |
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About Bravo Mining Corp.
Bravo is a Canadian and Brazil-based mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing its PGM and copper-gold Luanga Project in the Carajás Mineral Province, Pará State, Brazil. Bravo is one of the most active explorers in Carajás.
The team, comprising of local and international geologists, has a proven track record of PGM, nickel, and copper discoveries in the region. They have successfully taken a past IOCG greenfield project from discovery to development and production in the Carajás.
The Luanga Project is situated on mature freehold farming land and benefits from being located close to operating mines and a mining-experienced workforce, with excellent access and proximity to existing infrastructure, including road, rail, and hydroelectric grid power. Bravo's current Environmental, Social and Governance activities include planting more than 54,000 high-value trees in and around the project area and hiring and contracting locally.
Technical Disclosure
Technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Simon Mottram, F.AusIMM (Fellow Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy), President of Bravo Mining Corp. who serves as the Company's "qualified person" as defined in National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"). Mr. Mottram has verified the technical data and opinions contained in this news release.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Forward Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking information which is not comprised of historical facts. Forward-looking information is characterized by words such as "potential", "supports", "aligns", "designed to", "anticipated", "aimed", "objective", "favourable", "encouraging", "believed to", "suggests", "target", "interpretation", "indicative", and similar expressions, variants of these words and other similar words, phrases, or statements that certain events or conditions "could", "may", "should" or "will" occur. This news release contains forward-looking information pertaining to the Company's trenching program; the interpretation of the results of trench data, including that zones of higher gold grades may exist in the saprolite, their lateral extent and continuity; the assay values of pending and future trench results; the impact on mineral resource estimates thereafter; the potential to classify mineral resources as indicated; the potential future economics of the saprolite material, including the recoverability of Au and PGMs therein; and the Company's plans in respect thereof. Forward-looking information involves risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events, results, and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking information include, but are not limited to, unexpected results from exploration programs, changes in the state of equity and debt markets, fluctuations in commodity prices, delays in obtaining required regulatory or governmental approvals, environmental risks, limitations on insurance coverage; and other risks and uncertainties involved in the mineral exploration and development industry. Forward-looking information in this news release is based on the opinions and assumptions of management considered reasonable as of the date hereof, including, but not limited to results from trenching reasonably reflect consistent zones of oxide mineralization and that future results from additional trenching will continue to see similar broad distribution of oxides with higher grades that the current MRE; that activities will not be adversely disrupted or impeded by regulatory, political, community, economic, environmental and/or healthy and safety risks; that the Luanga Project will not be materially affected by potential supply chain disruptions; and general business and economic conditions will not change in a materially adverse manner. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, other than as required by applicable securities laws.
Schedule 1: Trench Location Details
|
HOLE-ID |
Company |
East (m) |
North (m) |
RL (m) |
Datum |
Length (m) |
Azimuth |
Dip |
Sector |
|
TRC25LU055 |
Bravo |
659505.42 |
9343074.95 |
268.544 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
151.20 |
360.00 |
0.00 |
North |
|
TRC25LU056 |
Bravo |
659900.00 |
9342475.00 |
274.553 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
250.50 |
90.00 |
0.00 |
North |
|
TRC25LU057 |
Bravo |
659475.31 |
9343099.58 |
257.928 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
77.80 |
90.00 |
0.00 |
North |
|
TRC25LU058 |
Bravo |
659474.98 |
9343149.66 |
267.815 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
76.40 |
90.00 |
0.00 |
North |
|
TRC25LU059 |
Bravo |
659450.01 |
9343200.00 |
263.980 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
101.60 |
90.00 |
0.00 |
North |
|
TRC25LU060 |
Bravo |
659474.95 |
9343049.84 |
269.833 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
100.70 |
90.00 |
0.00 |
North |
|
TRC25LU061 |
Bravo |
659500.00 |
9342999.68 |
270.793 |
SIRGAS2000_UTM_22S |
99.80 |
90.00 |
0.00 |
North |
Schedule 2: Assay Methodologies and QAQC
Samples follow a chain of custody between collection, processing, and delivery to the SGS laboratory in Parauapebas, state of Pará, Brazil. The drill core is delivered to the core shack at Bravo's Luanga site facilities and processed by geologists who insert certified reference materials, blanks, and duplicates into the sampling sequence. Drill core is half cut and placed in secured polyurethane bags, then in security-sealed sacks before being delivered directly from the Luanga site facilities to the Parauapebas SGS laboratory by Bravo staff. Additional information about the methodology can be found on the SGS Geosol website (SGS) in their analytical guides. Information regarding preparation and analysis of historic drill core is also presented in the table below, where the information is known.
Quality Assurance and Quality Control ("QAQC") is maintained internally at the lab through rigorous use of internal certified reference materials, blanks, and duplicates. An additional QAQC program is administered by Bravo using certified reference materials, duplicate samples and blank samples that are blindly inserted into the sample batch. If a QAQC sample returns an unacceptable value an investigation into the results is triggered and when deemed necessary, the samples that were tested in the batch with the failed QAQC sample are re-tested.
|
Bravo SGS Geosol |
|||
|
Preparation |
Method |
Method |
Method |
|
For All Elements |
Pt, Pd, Au |
Rh |
Trace Elements |
|
PRPCLI (85% at 200#) |
FAI515 |
FAI30V |
ICP40B |
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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / Apex Critical Metals Corp. ("Apex" or the "Company") (CSE:APXC)(OTCQX:APXCF)(FWB:KL9) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Zayn Kalyan to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Mr. Kalyan is an experienced business development executive with a strong background in capital markets and corporate growth. He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and Director of Scorpio Gold Corporation, where he has led the strategic restructuring and transformation of the company. Under his leadership, Scorpio Gold has been rebuilt from a distressed junior mining company into a rapidly growing gold exploration company. Mr. Kalyan began his career as a software engineer, developing startup technology companies from the ground up before transitioning into finance. Since 2014, he has served in senior management roles and on the boards of multiple public companies, bringing expertise in corporate strategy, capital formation, and scaling early-stage businesses into publicly traded growth platforms.
"We are pleased to welcome Zayn to the Board of Apex," said CEO Sean Charland. "His capital markets experience and track record in financing and developing public companies will be valuable as Apex continues to advance its portfolio of critical mineral projects and strengthen its strategic growth initiatives."
About Apex Critical Metals Corp. (CSE:APXC) (OTCQX:APXCF) (FWB:KL9)
Apex Critical Metals Corp. is a Canadian exploration company focused on advancing rare earth element (REE) and niobium projects that support the growing demand for critical and strategic metals across the United States and Canada. The Company's flagship Rift Project, located within the highly prospective Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex in Nebraska, U.S.A., hosts extensive rare earth rights surrounding one of North America's most advanced niobium-REE deposits. Historical drilling across the complex has reported broad intervals of high-grade REE mineralization, including intercepts such as 155.5 m of 2.70% REO and 68.2 m of 3.32% REO.
In Canada, Apex continues to advance its 100%-owned Cap Project, located 85 kilometres northeast of Prince George, British Columbia. The 2025 drill program confirmed a significant niobium discovery with 0.59% Nb₂O₅ over 36 metres, including 1.08% Nb₂O₅ over 10 metres, within a 1.8-kilometre-long niobium trend. The Cap Project continues to demonstrate strong potential for niobium mineralization within a large and previously unrecognized carbonatite system.
With a growing portfolio of critical mineral projects in both Canada and the United States, Apex Critical Metals is strategically positioned to help strengthen domestic supply chains for the minerals essential to advanced technologies, clean energy, and national security. Apex is publicly listed in Canada on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) under the symbol APXC and quoted on the OTCQX market in the United States under the symbol APXCF, and in Germany on the Borse Frankfurt under the symbol KL9 and/or WKN: A40CCQ. Find out more at www.apexcriticalmetals.com and watch our videos at https://apexcriticalmetals.com/apex-critical-metals-corporate-video/ and make sure to stay in touch by signing up for free news alerts at https://apexcriticalmetals.com/news/news-alerts/, or by following us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook or LinkedIn.
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APEX CRITICAL METALS CORP.,
Sean CharlandChief Executive OfficerTel: 604.681.1568Email: info@apexcriticalmetals.com
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This news release may contain "forward-looking statements" under applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Forward-looking statements in this news release include (without limitation) statements regarding the Company's US-based prospective assets (more particularly described above), including the potential for additional acquisitions and the potential for exploration, and statements regarding the potential for future exploration and drilling to confirm the source of magnetic anomalies. Forward-looking statements are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. Risks that could change or prevent these events, activities or developments from coming to fruition include: the Company's properties are at an early stage of development and no current mineral resources or reserves have been identified by the Company thereof, that we may not be able to fully finance any additional exploration on the Company's properties; that even if we are able to raise capital, costs for exploration activities may increase such that we may not have sufficient funds to pay for such exploration or processing activities; the timing and content of any future work programs; geological interpretations based on drilling that may change with more detailed information; potential process methods and mineral recoveries assumptions based on limited test work and by comparison to what are considered analogous deposits that, with further test work, may not be comparable; testing of our process may not prove successful or samples derived from our properties may not yield positive results, and even if such tests are successful or initial sample results are positive, the economic and other outcomes may not be as expected; the anticipated market demand for REE and other minerals may not be as expected; the availability of labour and equipment to undertake future exploration work and testing activities; geopolitical risks which may result in market and economic instability. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements herein are made as of the date hereof, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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OTTAWA, ON, March 24, 2026 /CNW/ – Northern Shield Resources Inc. ("Northern Shield" or the "Company") (TSXV: NRN) is pleased to announce values up to 3.9% Pb, 4.0% Zn and 2.0% Cu from grab rock samples from the Creston Copper Target, on the Company's 100% owned Root & Cellar Property ("Root & Cellar" or the "Property"), Burin Peninsula, in southeastern Newfoundland. The Property hosts 5 epithermal gold-silver-(tellurium) zones over a 6-kilometre strike-length, and a large, associated polymetallic porphyry copper system.
The samples were collected from an area of mineralization in the diatreme breccia complex (Figure 1), covering approximately 50 m x 30 m, exposed as quarrying continues in the aggregate quarries on the Property (see Company News release, January 14, 2026). Grab rock samples returned values up to 3.9% Pb and 4.0% Zn, with anomalous silver and tellurium, and a grab rocks sample from a quarry 375 m to the north returned 2.0% Cu with anomalous silver and tellurium. These concentrations are the highest lead / zinc values on the Property, which support the polymetallic nature of an underlying porphyry copper systems at Creston. Importantly, the signature of the lead-zinc mineralization, along with the molybdenum-rich hydrothermal breccia, are indicative of late-stage, metal-rich fluids venting to surface.
Table 1. Selected significant grab rocks samples, Creston Copper Target.
|
Sample |
Pb (%) |
Zn (%) |
Cu (%) |
Te (ppm) |
Ag (g/t) |
|
RC25-5131 |
3.9 |
0.9 |
0.06 |
11.9 |
9.6 |
|
RC25-5126 |
2.6 |
4.0 |
0.24 |
9.4 |
6.9 |
|
RC25-5135 |
2.5 |
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Soils, and other rock grab samples, anomalous in Pb-Zn-Sb-As, have previously been noted on the periphery of the 2 km-diameter Creston Copper Target which is consistent with mineralization from the outer shell of a typical porphyry copper system. Grab samples are inherently selective and may not be representative of the overall grade, continuity, or extent of mineralization on the property. As such, grab sample results should not be considered indicative of underlying mineral resources, and no assurance can be provided that these results reflect broader mineralized zones.
Abitibi Geophysics Ltd has been contracted for a 3D-IP geophysical survey over the Creston Target expected to commence in late April.
"The lead-zinc mineralization, which adds to the metal endowment of the system, represents an important piece of the exploration puzzle at Creston. In porphyry copper systems, base metal zonation is predictable: copper and molybdenum concentrate in the high-temperature core, while lead, zinc and silver precipitate in the cooler, outer and upper zones as hydrothermal fluids ascend and expand. This metal zonation, combined with our Mo-rich breccia and copper showings, confirm a large-scale, vertically-extensive, hydrothermal system at Creston. This suggests the high-grade copper- core lies at some depth beneath the features we're seeing at surface. The upcoming 3D-IP survey will be instrumental in imaging the target zone for drilling."
– Ian Bliss, President and CEO, Northern Shield
Rock samples were analyzed by ALS Global in Vancouver, BC, for Au by Fire Assay with ICP-AES finish (Au-ICP22) and multi-elements by four acid digestion and ICP-MS finish (ME-MS61). All standards and duplicates met targeted values. Technical information in this news release was reviewed and approved by Christine Vaillancourt, P. Geo., the Company's Chief Geologist and a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101.
About Northern Shield Resources
Northern Shield Resources Inc. is a Canadian-based company, a leader in generating high-quality exploration targets, that views greenfield exploration as an opportunity to find mineable, near surface deposits at relatively low cost. We use a model driven exploration approach to reduce risk associated with early-stage projects for ourselves, our shareholders, and the environment. This approach led us to option the Root & Cellar Property from the Newfoundland prospector, who discovered the copper mineralization, and then its advancement to the large gold-silver-tellurium epithermal Au/Ag and porphyry copper systems that it has become.
Forward-Looking Statements AdvisoryThis news release contains statements concerning the exploration plans, results and potential for epithermal gold deposits, and other mineralization at the Company's Root & Cellar Property , geological, geophysical and geometrical analyses of the properties and comparisons of the properties to known epithermal gold deposits and other expectations, plans, goals, objectives, assumptions, information or statements about future, conditions, results of exploration or performance that may constitute forward-looking statements or information under applicable securities legislation. Such forward-looking statements or information are based on a number of assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect.
Although Northern Shield believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements or information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward looking statements because Northern Shield can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements or information are based on current expectations, estimates and projections that involve a number of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by Northern Shield and described in the forward looking statements or information. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks associated with geological, geometrical and geophysical interpretation and analysis, the ability of Northern Shield to obtain financing, equipment, supplies and qualified personnel necessary to carry on exploration and the general risks and uncertainties involved in mineral exploration and analysis.
The forward-looking statements or information contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and Northern Shield undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless so required by applicable securities laws.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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Lindian brings Kangankunde closer to production with Tipume camp milestone Proactive uses images sourced from Shutterstock
Lindian Resources Ltd (ASX:LIN, OTC:LINIF) has marked a key step forward at its flagship Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi, bringing its on-site accommodation camp online and enabling the next phase of construction and workforce mobilisation.
The Tipume accommodation camp is now operational, with initial units completed and occupied ahead of schedule, establishing a permanent on-site presence and removing a key logistical bottleneck as the project transitions into full execution.
The milestone comes as Lindian accelerates development towards its targeted first production in the December quarter of 2026, with construction activity ramping up across multiple work fronts.
External view of accommodation units at the newly developed Tipume Camp, supporting workforce mobilisation at Kangankunde.
Camp unlocks workforce scale-up
A total of 65 accommodation units are now complete and operational, supporting an expanding workforce of around 740 personnel currently active on site. The company has already mobilised 38 permanent staff to the camp, with additional personnel from engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor Obsideo expected to progressively move in as process plant construction intensifies.
The camp is designed to house up to 90 personnel once fully completed, with final construction on track for mid-April 2026. This expanded capacity is expected to support further workforce growth as Kangankunde moves deeper into the build phase.
Kitchen facilities within each accommodation unit at the newly completed Tipume Camp, supporting workforce mobilisation at Kangankunde.
Executive director Zac Komur said the early completion of the camp reflected strong execution discipline and was critical to maintaining development momentum.
“Establishing a permanent workforce on site enables us to increase activity across multiple fronts while maintaining control over schedule and delivery,” he said.
Living area within each accommodation unit at the Tipume Camp, featuring a television, seating area and workspace to support personnel based at the Kangankunde.
Infrastructure milestone de-risks development
The Tipume camp forms part of the broader non-process infrastructure required to support Kangankunde’s development, alongside the upcoming occupation of the administration and mining office.
Together, these facilities lay the groundwork for sustained on-site operations, improved coordination and faster project delivery as construction scales up.
Completed Boardroom in the Administration and Mining Office building at the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, supporting on site project management, workforce coordination and the continued advancement of development activities.
“Importantly, this progress is being delivered safely, with over 500,000 lost-time-injury-free hours achieved across a workforce of approximately 740 personnel currently active on site,” Komur said.
The establishment of permanent accommodation is seen as a key de-risking step, removing reliance on off-site logistics and enabling continuous, around-the-clock operations as Lindian pushes towards production.
Lindian Personnel moving into newly completed accommodation units at Tipume Camp, marking initial workforce mobilisation at Kangankunde.
Supporting services and operational readiness
Lindian has appointed Allterrain Services Group (ATS) as camp management contractor, bringing experience across 25 African countries to oversee operations including catering, maintenance, security and supply chain services.
Members of the ATS team providing camp management services at Kangankunde.
The move is aimed at ensuring the camp operates efficiently as workforce numbers increase and construction activity intensifies.
With core infrastructure now in place, the project is increasingly shifting from early works into full execution, supported by growing on-site capacity and coordination.
Building on recent momentum
The latest milestone adds to a series of recent developments at Kangankunde as Lindian advances one of the world’s more prominent undeveloped rare earths projects.
Recent progress has included securing regulatory approvals for concentrate transport, strengthening the project’s leadership team with commissioning expertise, and progressing drilling and geotechnical programs to support potential future expansion.
The company has also been pursuing downstream value opportunities, including a proposed rare earths processing pathway via a Kazakhstan-based MREC plant, aimed at accelerating value realisation from Kangankunde.
With funding secured following its final investment decision and strategic partnership with Iluka Resources, Lindian is now focused on execution — and the operationalisation of the Tipume camp marks a tangible step in that transition.
As construction activity continues to ramp up, the company appears increasingly positioned to meet its timeline for first production, supported by expanding infrastructure, a growing workforce and steady progress across key development fronts.
POSCO Holdings, Inc.’s PKX subsidiary POSCO Future M recently secured a major contract for artificial graphite anode material, valued at about KRW 1.0149 trillion. The agreement spans five years, from 2027 to 2032, with potential for extension. It underscores strong and sustained demand for high-performance anode materials for lithium-ion batteries in EV applications.
This contract carries strong strategic significance, as artificial graphite anodes play a vital role in enhancing battery longevity, enabling faster charging and boosting overall performance factors that are increasingly critical in the fast-growing EV market. The agreement also fast-tracks POSCO Future M’s evolution from a primarily domestic supplier into a global leader in anode materials. It further aligns with the company’s broader strategy of widening its international customer footprint and diversifying supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions.
The contract lays the groundwork for a “quantum leap” in the company’s anode business by supporting capacity expansion and overseas investments, including its recently announced artificial graphite anode plant in Vietnam. The company has approved an investment of about KRW 357 billion to build an artificial graphite anode plant in Vietnam.
The agreement ensures clear demand visibility, which supports the Phase 1 investment. This allows the company to proceed with a Phase 2 expansion to meet higher volumes. The contract and capacity build-out establish a solid base for long-term growth and strengthen POSCO Future M’s ability to capitalize on increasing global EV demand.
Shares of PKX are up 7% over the past year compared with the industry’s 6% fall.
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PKX Zacks Rank & Key Picks
PKX currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Impala Platinum Holdings Limited IMPUY, Fortuna Mining Corp. FSM and NEXA Resources S.A. NEXA. IMPUY, FSM and NEXA sport a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for IMPUY’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $2.12 per share, indicating a 4,140% year-over-year increase. Shares of IMPUY have jumped 117.2% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FSM’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $1.85 per share, indicating a 180.3% year-over-year increase. Shares of FSM have gained 58.6% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NEXA’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $1.7 per share, indicating a 100% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters while missing once, with the average earnings surprise being 76%.
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NEW YORK, March 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtual Investor Conferences, the leading proprietary investor conference series, today announced the presentations from the March 19th OTCQX Best 50 Virtual Investor Conference are now available for On-Demand viewing.
The event featured presentations and Q&A sessions with executives from companies listed on the OTCQX® Best Market, the premier tier of the OTC Markets. Participating companies represented a diverse range of industries including mining and critical minerals, semiconductors, aviation, global retail, and materials.
Investors, advisors, and analysts can now access presentations at their convenience.
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The company presentations will be available 24/7 for 90 days. Investors, advisors, and analysts may download investor materials from the company’s resource section.
Select companies are accepting 1×1 management meeting requests through March 24th.
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Featured Company Presentations Include:
| Presentation | Ticker(s) |
| Ucore Rare Metals, Inc. | (OTCQX: UURAF| TSXV: UCU) |
| Ahold Delhaize | (OTCQX: ADRNY; AHODF | AMS: AD) |
| Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. | (OTCQX: IMPUF; IMPUY | JSE: IMP) |
| Infineon Technologies AG | (OTCQX: IFNNY; IFNNF | FSE: IFX) |
| Heliostar Metals Ltd. | (OTCQX: HSTXF | TSXV: HSTR) |
| Deutsche Lufthansa AG | (OTCQX: DLAKF, DLAKY | FSE: LHA) |
| J Sainsbury plc | (OTCQX: JSAIY, JSNSF | LSE: SBRY) |
| Altius Minerals Corp. | (OTCQX: ATUSF | TSX: ALS) |
| Guanajuato Silver Company Ltd. | (OTCQX: GSVRF| TSXV: GSVR) |
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POSCO Holdings, Inc. PKX, through its subsidiary POSCO Future M, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with U.S.-based battery materials firm Sila to jointly develop next-generation battery materials. This will strengthen its strategic position in the rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) supply chain.
The partnership focuses on combining POSCO Future M’s established expertise in cathode, anode and carbon materials with Sila’s advanced silicon anode technology to accelerate the development of high-performance batteries.
The companies will collaborate on research and development of silicon-based anode materials that can store significantly more energy than conventional graphite anodes, enabling longer driving ranges of EVs, faster charging and improved overall battery efficiency. This initiative reflects POSCO Future M’s broader open innovation strategy to secure leadership in next-generation battery technologies.
The collaboration is poised to create significant value by bringing together complementary strengths and advanced technological expertise. It is expected to drive strong synergies, accelerate the commercialization of next-generation battery materials and strengthen both companies’ ability to capitalize on the growing global demand for advanced energy storage solutions across electric vehicles. Top of Form
Shares of PKX have gained 3.7% over the past year compared with the industry’s 1.3% fall.
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PKX’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
PKX currently carries a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Impala Platinum Holdings Limited IMPUY, BHP Group Limited BHP and Fortuna Mining Corp. FSM. IMPUY, BHP and FSM each sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for IMPUY’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $2.12 per share, indicating a 4,140% year-over-year increase. Shares of IMPUY have jumped 117.2% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BHP’s current fiscal-year earnings stands at $4.93 per share, implying a 35.44% year-over-year rise. Shares of BHP have gained 38.5% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FSM’s current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $1.85 per share, suggesting a 180.3% year-over-year surge. Shares of FSM have rallied 58.6% over the past year.
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Implats invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com
JOHANNESBURG, March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) (IMPUY), based in South Africa, focused on the mining, processing, refining and marketing of platinum group metals (PGMs), today announced that Emma Townshend, Executive: Corporate Affairs, will present live at the OTCQX Best Virtual Investor Conference hosted by VirtualInvestorConferences.com, on March 19th, 2026.
DATE: March 19th TIME: 10:30 AM ET
Available for 1×1 meetings: March 20th, 09:30 to 11:00 and March 23rd, 08:00 to 14:00. Schedule 1×1 Meetings here.
This will be a live, interactive online event where investors are invited to ask the company questions in real-time. If attendees are not able to join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available after the event.
It is recommended that online investors pre-register and run the online system check to expedite participation and receive event updates.
Learn more about the event at www.virtualinvestorconferences.com.
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About ImplatsImpala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) is a leading, fully integrated platinum group metals (PGMs) producer. The Group is structured around six mining operations, refining and processing facilities, and a refining business, Impala Refining Services (IRS). Implats operates across three of the world’s most significant PGM-bearing ore bodies: the Bushveld Complex in South Africa, the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe and the Canadian Shield. Its mining portfolio includes Impala Rustenburg, Zimplats, Marula, Impala Canada, Mimosa and Two Rivers.
Implats contributes approximately 20% to annual global primary PGM production and employs more than 66 000 people. Guided by its purpose, the Group’s vision is to be the most valued and responsible metals producer, creating a better future for its stakeholders. Implats is committed to a value-focused strategy built on developing a portfolio of long-life, low-cost, shallow, mechanised or mechanisable mining assets that can deliver sustainable returns for all its stakeholders through the PGM cycle.
The Group aspires to deliver value through operational excellence and disciplined execution, and through its commitment to responsible stewardship and long-term value creation.
Implats maintains a primary listing on the JSE in South Africa, a secondary listing on South Africa’s A2X, and a level one American Depositary Receipt programme in the United States.
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Albemarle Corporation ALB ended fourth-quarter 2025 with robust liquidity of around $3.2 billion, including cash and cash equivalents of roughly $1.6 billion. Its operating cash flow was around $1.3 billion in 2025, up roughly 86% from 2025. ALB generated free cash flow of $692 million for full-year 2025, driven by strong cash conversion, lower capital spending and productivity measures. ALB expects to generate meaningful free cash flow in 2026. Free cash flow is expected to be driven by the recent uptick in lithium prices, strong cash conversion and productivity. The company’s strong liquidity and surging cash flow add strength to its growth plans and debt reduction efforts, while driving shareholder value. A robust balance sheet supports ALB’s major organic growth initiatives through investment in high-return projects and strategic resources. The Salar yield improvement project in Chile has achieved a 50% operating rate, and the ramp-up continues to deliver encouraging outcomes. The ramp-up at the Meishan lithium conversion facility in China is also progressing ahead of schedule. ALB recently completed the divestment of a controlling stake in its Ketjen Corporation’s refining catalyst solutions business to affiliates of KPS Capital Partners, LP. The transaction was followed by Albemarle’s divestment of its 50% interest in the Eurecat joint venture to Axens SA, completed in January 2026. The two deals combined generated $670 million in pre-tax proceeds, which are expected to be used for debt reduction and other general corporate purposes, enhancing its financial flexibility.Among its peers, Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile S.A. SQM exited 2025 with strong liquidity, cash and cash equivalents of around $1.75 billion. Sociedad Quimica’s solid cash position supports its capital investment in growth projects and shareholder-friendly actions. Sociedad Quimica expects total capital expenditure of $2.7 billion for the 2025–2027 period, which includes the expansion of lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide capacity in Chile, the expansion of the Mt. Holland project and investments to develop the Andover project, both in Australia. ICL Group Ltd. ICL ended 2025 with cash and cash equivalents, and short-term investments and deposits of $496 million. ICL Group also had roughly $1.1 billion of unused credit facilities. ICL generated an operating cash flow of $1,056 million in 2025.
ALB’s Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates
Albemarle has gained 103.2% in the past six months compared with the Zacks Chemical – Diversified industry’s rise of 6.1%.
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ALB is currently trading at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 3.42, above the industry. It carries a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ALB’s 2026 earnings implies a year-over-year rise of 1,131.7%. The EPS estimates for 2026 have been trending higher over the past 60 days.
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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2026 / Apex Critical Metals Corp. (CSE:APXC)(OTCQX:APXCF)(FWB:KL9) ("Apex" or the "Company"), a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on the identification and development of critical and strategic metals, is pleased to provide an update on the Phase 1 drill program at the Company's 100%-controlled Rift Rare Earth Project, located within the Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex in southeastern Nebraska, U.S.A.
Six (6) drill holes completed and an additional two (2) in progress totalling 5,175 metres drilled to-date
Over 50% of the originally planned Phase I planned drill meterage has now been completed
Drilling has consistently intersected the targeted carbonatite host lithology across significant intervals, supporting the current geological model and interpretations for the Project.
Drill core is being systematically logged and sampled, with portable XRF analysis completed during core logging to assist with lithological characterization, sampling and targeting
Two sample shipments have been completed to date, with samples submitted to Activation Laboratories for geochemical analysis.
Select drillholes are undergoing optical and acoustic televiewer (OTV/ATV) surveys conducted by DGI Geoscience, providing detailed structural data to support interpretation of controls on mineralization.
The Phase I drill program is expected to conclude in April, after which the Company will compile and interpret results to guide the next stage of exploration.
Sean Charland, CEO of Apex Critical Metals, commented: "With drilling now well past the halfway point of our Phase I program at the Rift Project, we are encouraged by the consistency with which the drillholes are intersecting the targeted carbonatite host unit. The program continues to provide valuable geological information that is helping refine our understanding of the scale and structural controls of mineralization at Rift. We look forward to reporting assay results throughout Q2/2026 as we take aim at defining a new domestic rare earth deposit next to NioCorp in the Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex in Nebraska."
Figure 1. Apex's Elk Creek Rift Project in Nebraska, USA, with Primary Target Area for Phase I Drilling (red ellipse).
Figure 2. 2026 Phase I drill plan at the Rift Project showing active and completed drillholes, selected planned drillholes, and historical drillhole locations. Carbonatite intersections are shown to illustrate the distribution of the targeted host lithology. Carbonatite intervals include variable fenite and associated lithologies and are simplified for visual clarity.
The Phase I drill program at the Rift Rare Earth Project is designed to test the continuity and extent of carbonatite-hosted rare earth element ("REE") mineralization identified during previous exploration work, while expanding upon significant mineralization intersected in historical drilling. Current drilling is focused on a high-priority area encompassing approximately 850 metres of north-south strike length within the southeastern portion of the Project, with drill targeting guided by an integrated dataset that includes historical drilling, surface geochemistry, and geophysical surveys incorporated into a modern three-dimensional geological model.
Drilling to date has successfully intersected the targeted carbonatite unit in multiple holes (Figure 2 and Figure 3), providing valuable geological information that will assist in refining the exploration model, improving understanding of structural and lithological controls on mineralization, and guiding future drill targeting. Assay results from the first sample shipments are pending and will be released once received and validated.
Figure 3. Drill core from RIFT26-001A (740.7 to 745.85 m) and RIFT26-003 (833.55 to 839.09 m) showing intersected carbonatite intervals
Management cautions that the interception of carbonatite is not necessarily indicative of mineralization. Assay results are required to confirm the presence, grade, and significance of any mineralization. Drill core was logged, sampled and prepared following industry standard procedures and submitted to Activation Laboratories for geochemical analysis. Analytical results are pending and will be reported once received and validated.
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The technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Nathan Schmidt, P. Geo., a Qualified Person under NI 43-101 on standards of disclosure for mineral projects. Mr. Schmidt is a Geologist with Dahrouge Geological Consulting Ltd., the consulting firm engaged by Apex Critical Metals Corp. to conduct and oversee all of the Company's exploration work, including the 2026 drill program.
About Apex Critical Metals Corp. (CSE:APXC)(OTCQX:APXCF)(FWB:KL9)
Apex Critical Metals Corp. is a Canadian exploration company focused on advancing rare earth element (REE) and niobium projects that support the growing demand for critical and strategic metals across the United States and Canada. The Company's flagship Rift Project, located within the highly prospective Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex in Nebraska, U.S.A., hosts extensive rare earth rights surrounding one of North America's most advanced niobium-REE deposits. Historical drilling across the complex has reported broad intervals of high-grade REE mineralization, including intercepts such as 155.5 m of 2.70% REO and 68.2 m of 3.32% REO.
In Canada, Apex continues to advance its 100%-owned Cap Project, located 85 kilometres northeast of Prince George, British Columbia. The 2025 drill program confirmed a significant niobium discovery with 0.59% Nb₂O₅ over 36 metres, including 1.08% Nb₂O₅ over 10 metres, within a 1.8-kilometre-long niobium trend. The Cap Project continues to demonstrate strong potential for niobium mineralization within a large and previously unrecognized carbonatite system.
With a growing portfolio of critical mineral projects in both Canada and the United States, Apex Critical Metals is strategically positioned to help strengthen domestic supply chains for the minerals essential to advanced technologies, clean energy, and national security. Apex is publicly listed in Canada on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) under the symbol APXC and quoted on the OTCQX market in the United States under the symbol APXCF, and in Germany on the Borse Frankfurt under the symbol KL9 and/or WKN: A40CCQ. Find out more at www.apexcriticalmetals.com and watch our videos at https://apexcriticalmetals.com/apex-critical-metals-corporate-video/ and make sure to stay in touch by signing up for free news alerts at https://apexcriticalmetals.com/news/news-alerts/, or by following us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook or LinkedIn.
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APEX CRITICAL METALS CORP.,
Sean CharlandChief Executive OfficerTel: 604.681.1568Email: info@apexcriticalmetals.com
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This news release may contain "forward-looking statements" under applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Forward-looking statements in this news release include (without limitation) statements regarding the Company's planned Phase I drill program and any subsequent drill programs and statements regarding the Company's US-based prospective assets (more particularly described above), including the potential for additional acquisitions and the potential for exploration, and statements regarding the potential for future exploration and drilling to confirm the source of magnetic anomalies. Forward-looking statements are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. Risks that could change or prevent these events, activities or developments from coming to fruition include: the Company's properties are at an early stage of development and no current mineral resources or reserves have been identified by the Company thereof, that we may not be able to fully finance any additional exploration on the Company's properties; that even if we are able to raise capital, costs for exploration activities may increase such that we may not have sufficient funds to pay for such exploration or processing activities; the timing and content of any future work programs; geological interpretations based on drilling that may change with more detailed information; potential process methods and mineral recoveries assumptions based on limited test work and by comparison to what are considered analogous deposits that, with further test work, may not be comparable; testing of our process may not prove successful or samples derived from our properties may not yield positive results, and even if such tests are successful or initial sample results are positive, the economic and other outcomes may not be as expected; the anticipated market demand for REE and other minerals may not be as expected; the availability of labour and equipment to undertake future exploration work and testing activities; geopolitical risks which may result in market and economic instability. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements herein are made as of the date hereof, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
SOURCE: Apex Critical Metals Corp.
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