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TuesdayApr 28, 2026 10:00 am

IEA Boss Says Oil Crisis Has Forever Changed the Fossil Fuel Industry

The ongoing oil crisis linked to the Iran war has fundamentally reshaped the global fossil fuel landscape. In a recent interview, the head of the International Energy Agency, Fatih Birol, argued that the shock had permanently altered how governments view energy security, accelerating a shift away from fossil fuels toward more reliable alternatives. He explained that the conflict has exposed the vulnerability of oil-dependent systems, eroding confidence in fossil fuels as stable energy sources. As a result, countries are expected to reassess their energy strategies, with stronger investment in renewables, nuclear energy, and electrification. This transition, he suggested, will gradually…

FridayApr 24, 2026 11:45 am

Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) Atikokan Project Assay and Findings Identify Rare Earth Exploration Targets

Disseminated on behalf of Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) and may include paid advertising. Integrated geochemical and geophysical data point to structurally controlled mineralization at Atikokan rare earth property. Dashwa Gneiss Complex emerges as the primary focus for follow-up work. Soil, rock, and sediment sampling indicate consistent rare earth element (“REE”) anomalies. Results support a coherent exploration model rather than isolated occurrences. The project aligns with rising strategic demand for domestic REE supply in North America. Powermax Minerals (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF), a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on rare earth projects across North America, has refined its exploration strategy at…

FridayApr 24, 2026 10:00 am

Gold Edges Down as Uncertainty Surrounds Iran Talks

Gold is hovering near $4,800 per ounce, and its next move is being shaped by a mix of geopolitics and central bank expectations, among other factors. After gaining roughly 2% last week, prices softened slightly in early trading on Wednesday in Asia. That rebound was largely driven by easing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, which reduced immediate inflation fears and revived expectations that the Federal Reserve could move toward rate cuts. A weaker U.S. dollar has also supported gold, with the DXY index slipping over the past week. Even with this recovery, gold is still about 9% below its late-February pre-conflict levels. This underperformance stands in contrast to equities, with the S&P 500 already trading above where…

ThursdayApr 23, 2026 10:00 am

Exploration Budgets Rise as Gold Prices Stay Elevated

Gold continues to demonstrate its resilience as a safe-haven asset, even amid volatility linked to the Iran conflict and shifting market sentiment. Analysts note that while geopolitical tensions initially triggered declines in gold prices, particularly in early March following U.S. military actions, these movements were influenced as much by speculative trading as by fundamentals. Prices weakened further after slipping below key technical levels like the 50-day moving average, but began recovering toward the end of March as signs of easing conflict emerged, supported by ceasefire developments in early April. Despite short-term fluctuations, gold’s long-term appeal remains intact. The precious metal’s role as a store of value, free from counterparty risk when held physically, continues…

WednesdayApr 22, 2026 9:00 am

CMX Gold & Silver Corp. (CSE: CXC) (OTC: CXXMF) Sees 2026 to Be the Company’s Best Year Yet

Disseminated on behalf of CMX Gold & Silver Corp. (CSE: CXC) (OTC: CXXMF) and may include paid advertising. CMX Gold & Silver Corp., advancing the historic brownfield Clayton Silver Mine in Idaho, expects 2026 to be its most important and transformative year yet. In March, the company acknowledged promising geological indicators that further validated its commitment to advancing operations at its Clayton Silver Project. The mine’s clearly positive geology, together with the fact that it was never fully tapped or even explored, points to the property’s waiting potential. To speed progress, the company has undertaken a non-brokered private placement financing for aggregate…

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…

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