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February 6, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

The Dichotomy of Junior Mining: A Revealing Look at Fundraising Data

Kai Hoffman, CEO of Soar Financial, captivated the audience at the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference in January. He painted a surprising picture of the junior mining sector, debunking the prevailing pessimism by revealing compelling fundraising data. Despite the prevailing despondency, Hoffman’s insights shed light on a surprisingly positive aspect of the industry. According to the CEO, the total funds raised in the previous year were actually quite substantial. However, he points out a notable “bifurcation” in the market that warrants closer examination. Highlighting the bifurcation, Hoffman emphasized that the cash raised in the past year gravitated towards developers and late-stage

February 2, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

The Conundrum of Junior Miners in a Booming Market

Ross Beaty: A Mining Visionary Speaks Ross Beaty, a prominent figure in the mining industry, shared his insights with The Northern Miner at AME Roundup 2024. Credit: Northern Miner In an unprecedented market, with gold and copper hovering around all-time highs, mining veteran Ross Beaty expressed astonishment at the absence of financial support for the junior mining sector. During an interview at AME Roundup in January, the chair of Equinox Gold and founder of Pan American Silver delved into the intricate dynamics that will untangle the current paradox, shedding light on cost pressures within the industry and explicating the prevailing

January 8, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Lithium Junior Kali Metals Rises on ASX Debut Lithium Junior Kali Metals Rises on ASX Debut

Kali Metals’ entrance on the ASX has generated tremendous interest, notably from heavyweights in the local mining sector. The managing director of Mineral Resources, Chris Ellison, showed significant interest through his private company, Wabelo. The success story of Kali Metals, a spin-off of Kalamazoo Resources (ASX: KZR) and Karora Resources (TSX: KRR) lithium assets, stands in stark contrast to the challenges faced by other Australian juniors. For instance, Core Lithium (ASX: CXO) recently had to cease operations at its Finniss complex due to what it described as “tough” market conditions. Moreover, other small players have found themselves embroiled in a