Commodities

Platinum Demand Set to Outstrip Supply in 2026, Says Johnson Matthey Report
A new report by Johnson Matthey forecasts platinum demand will exceed supply in 2026 due to constrained mine production and robust industrial demand, while palladium and rhodium are expected to see marginal surpluses.

Western Star Resources to Present at Commodities Global Expo, Engage with US Agencies on Critical Metals
Western Star Resources Inc. will attend the Commodities Global Expo in Washington DC and hold key meetings with US agencies to advance its critical metals assets, signaling strategic positioning in the critical minerals sector.

ESGold Corp. Advances Montauban Project as Gold Prices Remain Strong
ESGold Corp. is accelerating development of its Montauban gold-silver project in Quebec, funded by a C$7.2 million offering, amid sustained high gold prices driven by global economic pressures.

ESGold Corp. Accelerates Development of Montauban Gold-Silver Project Amid Favorable Gold Prices
ESGold Corp. advances its Montauban project in Québec with a C$7.2 million offering, aiming to define the full scale of the property as gold prices remain robust amid global economic uncertainties.

Silver Prices Surge 6% Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit in Beijing
Silver rallied over 6% to $85.30 as markets anticipated trade discussions between President Trump and China's Xi Jinping, highlighting the precious metal's sensitivity to geopolitical events.

Gold's Unusual Rally on Peace Prospects in 2026 Signals Shift in Market Dynamics
Gold prices are rallying on peace news in the Middle East, a reversal of traditional safe-haven behavior, signaling a paradigm shift that analysts at Collective Mining Ltd. are likely to reassess.

LaFleur Minerals Reports Broad Gold Intercepts at Swanson Project, Bolstering Expansion Potential
LaFleur Minerals announced significant gold intercepts from its Swanson Gold Project drilling program, confirming continuous mineralization that could expand beyond current resource models and support the planned restart of its Beacon Gold Mill.

Geopolitical Risks Drive Copper Market Volatility Away from Fundamentals, ING Analysis Shows
The copper market is experiencing heightened volatility due to geopolitical uncertainties, with prices reacting more to political news than traditional supply-demand factors, according to ING, while industry players like Numa Numa Resources Inc. remain focused on long-term structural demand.

Lahontan Gold Corp. Emerges as Key Nevada Mining Story with Multi-Asset Portfolio
Lahontan Gold Corp., advancing four gold and silver properties in Nevada's Walker Lane, including its flagship Santa Fe Mine project, offers investors exposure to a promising development story in a world-class mining belt.

McEwen Inc. Q1 Results Show Progress Toward 2030 Production Goal of 300,000 GEOs
McEwen Inc. reported Q1 2026 financial results and advanced its plan to reach 250,000-300,000 gold equivalent ounces annually by 2030, with updates on multiple projects and strong gold prices supporting growth.

Gold Prices Slide Amid Iran Tensions and Strong Dollar
Gold fell about 2% to around $4,521 as escalating Gulf tensions boosted oil and a stronger dollar weighed on the metal, with long-term outlook remaining positive for industry players.

LaFleur Minerals Reports Large-Scale Gold Discovery at Swanson Deposit, Extending Mineralization Beyond Resource Estimate
LaFleur Minerals announced drill results showing broad gold intercepts over 200 meters at its Swanson Gold Project, confirming a district-scale discovery that extends well below the current resource envelope, with implications for expanding production at its nearby Beacon Gold Mill.

Gold Prices Above $5,000 Reshape Global Demand as Jewelry Purchases Decline
Surging gold prices above $5,000 per ounce in early 2026 have significantly weakened non-investment demand, particularly in the jewelry sector, while strengthening gold's role as an investment asset.

McEwen Mining Invites Investors to Q1 2026 Conference Call on May 7
McEwen Inc. will host its Q1 2026 conference call on May 7, offering insights into financial results and project developments, including its copper and gold assets.

G Mining Ventures Reports Oko West Project 19.7% Complete, On Track for First Gold in 2027
G Mining Ventures Corp. announced its Oko West Gold Project in Guyana is 19.7% complete with $292 million spent, on schedule and on budget, targeting first gold pour in H2 2027 and commercial production by January 2028.

Gold Traders Cautious as Inflation Data and Geopolitical Tensions Send Mixed Signals
Gold prices remain range-bound as sticky inflation data and geopolitical tensions in the Gulf create conflicting pressures on the precious metal.

Gold Price Pullback: Buying Opportunity or Warning Sign?
Gold's 15% retreat from its peak may offer a buying opportunity for long-term investors as key drivers like inflation and central bank demand remain intact.

Growing Copper Inventories Signal Weakening Demand and Bearish Market Outlook
Rising global copper inventories and slowing demand, particularly from China, are creating a bearish cloud over the market, with implications for mining companies like Numa Numa Resources Inc.

CMX Gold & Silver Corp. Positions 2026 as Pivotal Year for Clayton Silver Mine
CMX Gold & Silver Corp., advancing the historic Clayton Silver Mine in Idaho, sees 2026 as transformative due to favorable geology and rising precious metals demand.

ESGold Corp. Bullish on 2026 Gold Prices as Analysts Forecast $6,000 per Ounce
ESGold Corp. eyes rising gold prices projected to hit $6,000 per ounce in 2026, driven by geopolitical issues and economic uncertainty, and plans to accelerate development of its Montauban project.

Gold Trading Remains Depressed Amid Iran Talks Uncertainty
Gold prices have retreated to last week's low range as uncertainty over U.S.-Iran talks and a stronger U.S. dollar pressure the bullion market, affecting miners like Platinum Group Metals Ltd.

Silver Imports into China Surge to Record Levels in March 2026, Rising 173% Above Decade Average
China's silver imports hit an all-time high in March 2026, jumping 173% above the ten-year average, driven by industrial demand and investment appetite, with implications for global silver markets and mining companies like New Pacific Metals Corp.

Gold Prices Dip as Iran Talks Ease Geopolitical Tensions, Fed Rate Cut Hopes Resurface
Gold edged down from near $4,800 per ounce as easing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz reduced immediate inflation fears and revived expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Gold Prices Fuel Exploration Budget Increases Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
Rising gold prices are driving exploration budget increases as precious metals companies benefit from sustained safe-haven demand despite geopolitical volatility.

Gold Prices Retreat Amid Dollar Strength and Failed US-Iran Negotiations
Gold prices declined as the US dollar strengthened following the collapse of US-Iran talks, highlighting how geopolitical tensions and currency movements are currently overshadowing traditional macroeconomic factors in driving market sentiment.

LaFleur Minerals Secures C$30 Million Financing and Offtake Agreement with Trafigura for Québec Gold Development
LaFleur Minerals has secured up to C$30 million in financing and a gold offtake agreement with Trafigura to advance its Swanson Gold Project and Beacon Gold Mill in Québec, positioning the company for production by 2026.

Russia Sells Gold Reserves to Fund Growing Budget Deficit
Russia is selling significant gold reserves to address a $61.3 billion budget deficit caused by declining oil and gas revenues, highlighting fiscal pressures and potential market implications.

Silvercorp Metals Reports Record Q4 Revenue, Provides Fiscal 2027 Guidance
Silvercorp Metals achieved record quarterly revenue of $147.4 million in Q4 Fiscal 2026, up 96% year-over-year, and provided updated production and cost guidance for Fiscal 2027.

Lahontan Gold Gains Relevance as Central Bank Buying and Geopolitical Tensions Boost Gold Appeal
Lahontan Gold Corp. advances its Nevada projects amid a favorable gold market driven by central bank demand, inflation, and geopolitical conflict.

Gold Prices Stay Range-Bound as Middle East Talks Fuel Caution
Gold ended the week trading within a limited range as investors remain cautious amid uncertainty over US-Iran talks and a looming ceasefire deadline.