Capstone Copper (TSX:CS) has landed in the spotlight after announcing a major operational hiccup at its Mantoverde mine in Chile. In the span of a week, both ball mill motors failed, leaving the operation running at about half its usual copper output. The company estimates it will take about four weeks to get back on track, which translates into a temporary reduction of 3,000 to 4,000 tonnes of copper concentrate from expected production. Management has acted quickly by swapping in available...
In recent weeks, global markets have experienced a mix of optimism and caution, with smaller-cap stocks showing resilience amid fluctuating interest rate expectations and weaker-than-anticipated U.S. labor market data. As investors navigate these dynamic conditions, identifying small-cap companies that exhibit strong fundamentals and potential for growth can be particularly appealing, especially when insider actions suggest confidence in their future prospects.
Foremost Clean Energy announced it will issue 485,000 common shares to Denison Mines, raising Denison’s ownership stake to approximately 19.17% of Foremost’s outstanding shares and further deepening their collaboration on uranium and lithium exploration in the Athabasca Basin.
This move reflects increased alignment between the two companies as they pursue new exploration opportunities, potentially broadening Denison’s participation in the clean energy materials supply chain.
We'll examine...
Earlier this week, Teck Resources Limited announced that the Senior Vice Presidents of Operations for Latin America and North America will now report directly to the President and CEO, following the retirement of Shehzad Bharmal, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer after a 33-year tenure.
This leadership restructuring is designed to enhance executive oversight and drive improved performance, marking a significant change in the company’s operational management.
We'll explore...
Earlier this week, Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. announced an update on its exploration activities at the Eagle River mine in Ontario, highlighting high-grade gold intercepts and significant resource expansion potential across several key zones.
The discovery of new mineralized structures and extension of high-grade zones suggests ongoing growth opportunities and the potential to enhance the mine's resource base.
We'll examine how the confirmation of high-grade trends at Eagle River could impact...
Vulcan Elements and Energy Fuels have entered into a memorandum of understanding to create a domestic U.S. supply chain for rare earth magnets, with Energy Fuels supplying high-purity light and heavy rare earth oxides sourced exclusively from U.S. mines to Vulcan for validation and potential long-term supply agreements.
This collaboration showcases Energy Fuels' unique ability to process monazite concentrates at its White Mesa Mill, positioning the company as a key provider of critical rare...
