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TuesdayApr 21, 2026 10:00 am

Hormuz Closure Disrupts Copper Output as Acid Supply Tightens

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, alongside China’s decision to halt exports of sulfuric acid from May 1, is tightening global supplies of a critical chemical used in copper production. The combined effect is placing mounting pressure on both the agricultural and mining industries, which depend heavily on acid-intensive processes. Chile, a major hub for copper production and the largest importer of sulfuric acid, is particularly vulnerable to rising costs. At the same time, prolonged geopolitical tensions between Iran and the United States, including a blockade targeting Iranian ports, are extending supply chain disruptions. This is increasing input cost risks not only in Latin America, but also in agricultural and industrial sectors in countries such as…

FridayApr 17, 2026 11:30 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Gains Relevance as Inflation, Conflict and Central-Bank Demand Reshape Gold

Disseminated on behalf of  Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) and may include paid advertising. Central bank gold buying has been unfolding against an international scenario that continues to favor safe-haven assets. Lahontan is working to build value through continued drilling, metallurgical work and project advancement. The company is showing a steady stream of updates this year, including drilling and key financing. Gold’s appeal rarely rests on a single catalyst, and the current environment is no exception. Rising geopolitical tension, stubborn inflation risk, elevated sovereign debt and continued official-sector buying are all feeding the case for a renewed gold cycle,…

FridayApr 17, 2026 10:00 am

Renewables on the Rise in the US Despite Opposition from Trump

Despite strong support for fossil fuels under the Trump administration, renewable energy in the United States continued to expand last year, reaching new highs. Clean energy sources generated about 26% of the country’s electricity, which equates to enough power for more than 100 million homes for a year. Renewables also accounted for about 33% of total utility-scale capacity, highlighting their growing importance in the national energy mix. Interestingly, much of this growth has taken place in Republican-leaning states. Ohio, Texas, and Florida together contributed over 70% of newly added solar capacity last year. Projections from the U.S. Energy Information Administration indicate that around 93% of new electricity capacity in the near term will come from wind, solar, and battery storage. This reflects a long-term shift away…

ThursdayApr 16, 2026 11:15 am

ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Nears Drill Program Start as Part of Multi-Pronged Gold Revenue Strategy

Disseminated on behalf of  ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF)and may include paid advertising. Canadian near-term precious metal producer ESGold is advancing toward the May start of a drill program expected to further define priority targets on its 20,618-hectare Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec The company is simultaneously working to construct a fully permitted mill on site and expand the scope of its exploration ESGold is employing a low CapEx strategy that includes funding from a private placement initiative and an agreement with Ocean Partners UK Ltd. that provides a credit facility and a dedicated buyer of gold and silver produced…

ThursdayApr 16, 2026 10:00 am

Iran War Disrupts Chemical Supply for DRC’s Cobalt and Copper Miners

Latest reports show that ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly Iran, is beginning to strain the supply of critical processing chemicals used by cobalt and copper miners in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Several shipments of essential leaching chemicals have either been withdrawn or cancelled by suppliers, forcing mining firms to ration usage and weigh potential production cuts as disruptions tied to key shipping routes intensify. The Central African nation is the leading cobalt producer globally and a major supplier of copper in Africa. The DRC plays a central role in global supply chains, supporting the manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. However, mining operations in the country rely heavily on sulfur-based inputs such as sodium metabisulfite and sulfuric acid, both of which…

WednesdayApr 15, 2026 10:30 am

Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) Is in a Unique Position to Profit From Fossil Fuel and Energy Pressures Dramatically Reshaping Fertilizer Economics

Disseminated on behalf of Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF)and may include paid advertising. The company is advancing its Murdock Mountain phosphate project in Nevada with a focus on direct-application organic fertilizer. Rising oil and natural gas prices are increasing pressure on conventional fertilizer markets, many of which depend on fossil fuel elements and energy-intensive processing. Fertilizer prices have surged in 2026 amid the Middle East conflict and disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Nevada Organic Phosphate’s model centers on raw phosphate requiring simple grinding and bagging rather than energy and fossil fuel intensive chemical processing. The…

TuesdayApr 14, 2026 11:15 am

Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) Key to Helping Address China’s Stranglehold on Rare Earth Elements

Disseminated on behalf of Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) and may include paid advertising. Powermax Minerals is building a portfolio of rare earth element (“REE”) exploration assets across Canada and the United States. Global REE demand is projected to triple by 2035, driven by a variety of growing defense and commercial needs, including electric vehicles, wind power, and AI semiconductor growth. China controls roughly 60% of global REE mining and 90% of processing, creating serious supply chain vulnerabilities for Western economies. North American governments are deploying over $1 billion in funding and incentives to develop domestic REE supply chains. Powermax’s projects…

TuesdayApr 14, 2026 10:30 am

ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Doubles Down on Montauban Project Development as 2026 Gold Prices Remain in Record High Territory

Disseminated on behalf of  ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF)and may include paid advertising. ESGold Corp., a development-stage company committed to the acquisition, exploration, and development of high-quality mineral properties worldwide, continues with the development of its Montauban property. Despite expected volatility, gold prices remain stellar, approximately twice as high as two years ago. Initial findings at the company’s Montauban project revealed deep and expanding mineralized corridor, over 2 kilometers of strike length. ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF), a development-stage company committed to acquiring, exploring, and developing high-quality mineral properties worldwide, continues moving forward with operations, even with expected volatility from…

TuesdayApr 14, 2026 10:00 am

Stagflation Fears Grow as CPI Spikes to 3.3% in March

Fresh economic data is intensifying concerns that the global economy, particularly the U.S., may be drifting into a stagflationary environment. March inflation surged more than expected, while growth indicators continue to soften, creating a difficult backdrop for policymakers. Consumer prices climbed 3.3% year-over-year in March, a sharp increase from 2.4% in February and the highest reading in nearly a year. On a monthly basis, inflation rose 0.9%, marking the fastest pace in almost two years. Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also ticked higher to 2.7%. A major driver behind this spike has been energy costs as geopolitical tensions, especially involving Iran, have pushed fuel prices…

TuesdayApr 14, 2026 9:45 am

Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) Builds Brazilian Rare Earth Platform Through Strategic Expansion

Disseminated on behalf of Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF)and may include paid advertising. The importance of magnet rare earths such as neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium and terbium continues to grow as global electrification trends accelerate. Canamera Energy Metals is executing a strategy that goes beyond single-asset exploration. Canamera has initiated a 10-hole due diligence drilling program at Patos as it evaluates the acquisition of what would become its third ionic clay rare earth project in Brazil. The race to secure reliable supplies of magnet rare earth elements is accelerating as global demand rises across electric vehicles, renewable energy systems…

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