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Gold Supply Can’t Keep Pace with a Powerful New Wave of Demand

MarketNewsUpdates, a paid third-party news service, published a gold-market commentary roundup that name-checks Agnico Eagle alongside smaller miners; Agnico Eagle issued no new disclosure of its own in this release. The AEM-specific content rehashes a securities and asset purchase agreement dated September 8, 2026, under which Agnico Eagle (USA) agreed to sell the Delta base and precious metal project and the Helm Bay gold project to Vizsla Copper for aggregate consideration and contingent milestone payments, leaving Agnico with roughly 19.99% of Vizsla Copper at closing and up to about 22.0% after deferred consideration shares. The macro backdrop cited includes about $18 billion of August 2026 inflows into gold-backed ETFs, record holdings of 4,189 tonnes, and gold near $4,400 an ounce — a price environment the piece argues disproportionately expands producer margins. The publisher discloses it was compensated forty six hundred dollars by ESGold Corp., the featured company of the roundup, underscoring the promotional character of the release.

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First Mining Reports 5.26 g/t Au over 19.55 m as Drilling Expands Miroir Discovery at the Duparquet Project

First Mining reported initial 2026 drill results from its Miroir discovery at the Duparquet Gold Project in Quebec, headlined by 5.26 g/t Au over 19.55 m in hole DUP26-093, including 7.58 g/t over 12.95 m and 21.80 g/t over 1.0 m. Drilling extended the Miroir strike length to roughly 220 m from 150 m, with DUP26-096 adding 3.43 g/t Au over 28.0 m (incl. 10.36 g/t over 7.2 m) and DUP26-095 returning 3.36 g/t over 15.8 m. The deposit remains open in all directions, and the 2026 campaign targets 15,000 m of drilling with additional assays pending. First Mining also initiated an update to the Duparquet resource model, which currently hosts 3.44 million ounces measured & indicated at 1.55 g/t Au plus 2.64 million ounces inferred at 1.62 g/t; 48,000 m of drilling have been completed since the September 2022 estimate. CEO Dan Wilton said the continued high-grade results from Miroir demonstrate the target's potential to become an important contributor to future resource growth at Duparquet, a PEA-stage project on the Destor-Porcupine Fault Zone.

•1mo ago

FutureFuel Corp. Declares Fourth Quarter 2026 Cash Dividend

FutureFuel Corp. declared a fourth quarter 2026 cash dividend of $0.01 per share. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record on December 4, 2026, with a payment date set for December 18, 2026. The company operates as a manufacturer of diversified chemical products and biofuels.

•2mo ago

Cat Lake First Nation, Lac Seul First Nation and First Mining Sign Project Agreement for the Development of the Springpole Gold Project

First Mining signed a definitive Project Agreement with Cat Lake First Nation and Lac Seul First Nation covering the construction, operation, and closure of the Springpole Gold Project. The agreement ensures environmental stewardship, training, employment, and financial benefits for the communities while providing certainty for the project's development path. This milestone follows the federal Environmental Assessment approval in June 2026 and advances one of Canada's largest gold resources toward construction.

•2mo ago

Slate Falls Nation and First Mining Sign Project Agreement for the Development of the Springpole Gold Project

First Mining Gold Corp. signed a Project Agreement with Slate Falls Nation covering the development of the Springpole Gold Project in northwestern Ontario. The agreement establishes a collaborative framework for environmental management, financial benefit sharing, and cultural protection through the mine's lifecycle. This milestone follows the project's federal Environmental Assessment approval in June 2026, securing the social license necessary to advance one of Canada's largest undeveloped gold resources.

•2mo ago

First Mining Announces 2026 Second Quarter Financial Results and Operating Highlights

First Mining's Springpole Gold Project received Federal Environmental Assessment approval, marking a critical de-risking milestone for the company's flagship asset. The company also finalized key agreements with Slate Falls Nation, Cat Lake First Nation, and Lac Seul First Nation, solidifying social license to operate for Springpole. As of June 30, First Mining held $40.5 million in cash and marketable securities, with additional equity investments in Seva Mining and PC Gold valued at $43.3 million combined.

•2mo ago

FutureFuel Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results

FutureFuel reported a significant operational turnaround in the second quarter, with revenue surging 120.6% year-over-year to $78.7 million and swinging to a net income of $11.4 million or $0.25 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA turned positive at $11.8 million, driven by robust growth in both the Chemicals (+55.5% revenue) and Biofuels (+177.5% revenue) segments, alongside $18.8 million in cash flow from operations. Looking ahead, management anticipates positive Adjusted EBITDA for the full year 2026, bolstered by a new agreement to monetize tax credits expected to yield $22 million in gross proceeds during the second half of the year.

•2mo ago

FutureFuel Corp. Monetizes 2025 45Z Clean Fuel Tax Credits, Commits to 2026 Sale

FutureFuel finalized the sale of its 2025 Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credits to Freepoint Commodities, generating roughly $3 million in cash proceeds before fees. The company also committed to selling its 2026 tax credits, valued at approximately $19 million, to Freepoint under a multiyear agreement structure designed to minimize net costs. Management stated that monetizing these credits aligns with strategic goals and will enable funding for ongoing chemical expansion initiatives.

•4mo ago

First Mining Receives Federal Approval for the Springpole Gold Project Environmental Assessment

First Mining received federal Environmental Assessment approval for its Springpole Gold Project, one of Canada's largest undeveloped gold resources. CEO Dan Wilton called the decision a monumental day, noting the project is positioned to be a major economic driver for Northwestern Ontario. The company will now advance post-EA engineering designs and optimizations towards construction readiness while adhering to federal conditions for mitigation and monitoring.

•4mo ago

First Mining and Slate Falls Nation Agree to Key Terms of Project Agreement for Springpole Gold Project

First Mining Gold signed a term sheet agreement with Slate Falls Nation to negotiate a final project agreement for the Springpole Gold Project. The agreement defines development parameters, environmental protections, and financial participation opportunities for the Nation, pending final approvals from both parties. Springpole is one of Canada's largest gold projects, with permitting activities ongoing following the submission of its Environmental Impact Statement in November 2024.

•4mo ago

Cat Lake First Nation and First Mining Gold Reach Milestone Agreement on Mobilizing the Cat Lake All-Season Access Road

First Mining Gold Corp. finalized a landmark agreement with Cat Lake First Nation to mobilize the Cat Lake All-Season Access Road, committing up to $4 million to fund permitting and engineering starting in summer 2026. The infrastructure project connects Cat Lake to Sioux Lookout and is described as a definitive step forward for the Springpole Gold Project, ensuring year-round viability and shared economic benefits. While the federal IAAC supports the initiative, the release notes that the role of the Ontario government remains unclear, though the province is a crucial partner for the corridor.

•4mo ago

First Mining Announces Springpole Project Authorization from Cat Lake First Nation and Lac Seul First Nation Following the Completion of the Anishnaabe Led Impact Assessment

First Mining secured authorization from Cat Lake First Nation and Lac Seul First Nations to proceed with the Springpole Gold Project following the completion of their Anishnaabe Led Impact Assessment. The approval encompasses 35 negotiated terms within a finalized Term Sheet Agreement, covering environmental protections, economic participation including revenue sharing, and community healing measures. This authorization is conditional on the parties finalizing the Term Sheet into a binding Springpole Project Agreement.

•4mo ago

First Mining Commences 2026 Drilling Campaign and Signs Milestone Drilling Partnership with Forage Anicinape at the Duparquet Gold Project

First Mining Gold Corp. commenced its 2026 drilling campaign at the Duparquet Gold Project in Quebec, targeting approximately 12,000 metres of diamond drilling. The campaign focuses on increasing resource confidence and advancing exploration at the Miroir target, following encouraging 2025 results including high-grade intercepts. The company also signed a milestone drilling partnership with Forage Anicinape, an Indigenous-led drilling company, to support workforce development and community engagement.

•5mo ago