Fortuna Mining Corp. completed the sale of its Burkina Faso subsidiaries, including the Yaramoko Mine, to Soleil Resources for $70M, receiving a $53.8M dividend. The divestiture, amid a challenging security landscape, boosts Fortuna’s cash to over $380M. Updated 2025 guidance lowers gold equivalent production to 309,000-339,000 ounces, with AISC rising to $1,670-$1,765 per GEO.
Pan American Silver’s $2.1B acquisition of MAG Silver, targeting a 44% stake in the Juanicipio mine, has sparked a 14% stock drop due to dilution concerns from issuing 60M shares. Despite a 21% premium for MAG shareholders, Mexico’s regulatory risks and economic uncertainty raise skepticism. The deal aims to boost silver production but faces shareholder and antitrust hurdles.
Alpayana S.A.C. has acquired 70.74% of Sierra Metals’ shares at C$1.15 per share, meeting the minimum tender condition. The offer is extended to May 23, 2025, for remaining shareholders to tender. Alpayana plans to privatize Sierra and launch a tender for Corona shares, urging shareholders to act promptly.
Prime Mining Corp. reported Q1 2025 results for its Los Reyes Gold-Silver Project, with a $3.6M loss ($0.02/share) and $18M cash. Exploration highlights include high-grade intercepts at Z-T, Central, and Fresnillo trends. A 40,000m drill program is planned, paused due to security concerns. The company advances technical studies for a Preliminary Economic Assessment.
Minaurum Gold Inc. has engaged Capital Analytica and National Inflation Association for marketing and communications services, effective May 12, 2025. Capital will receive $60,000 for a 3-month term, providing social media and marketing support. NIA will receive US$30,000 for a 3-month term, focusing on email and online distribution. Both agreements are arm’s length, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval, and renewable.
Chrysos Corporation signed a master services agreement with Newmont to implement PhotonAssay technology at Newmont’s Ahafo mine in Ghana, starting in H1 FY26. The technology uses high-energy X-rays for rapid, eco-friendly analysis of gold, silver, and copper, offering improved accuracy, lower costs, and enhanced safety. The five-year renewable agreement includes a per-sample fee and minimum monthly payments.
Newmont Corporation’s subsidiary, Goldcorp Inc., sold 50.5 million common shares of Discovery Silver Corp. for CAD $124.07 million (CAD $2.457 per share) on May 8, 2025. Newmont’s ownership decreased from 14.95% (119.7 million shares) to 8.64% (79.2 million shares). Newmont may adjust its holdings based on market conditions. An Early Warning Report is available.
Orla Mining Ltd. reported a record Q1 2025 with 47,759 ounces of gold produced and 46,356 ounces sold. The all-in sustaining cost was $845 per ounce at Camino Rojo. The Musselwhite acquisition was completed, boosting 2025 production guidance to 280,000-300,000 ounces. A net loss of $69.8 million was driven by fair value adjustments, with adjusted earnings at $38.6 million.
Pan American Silver Corp. will acquire MAG Silver Corp. for $2.1 billion, offering $20.54 per MAG share in cash and stock. MAG shareholders gain a 21-27% premium and 14% ownership in Pan American. The deal includes MAG’s 44% stake in the high-grade Juanicipio mine, boosting Pan American’s silver production. The transaction, expected to close in late 2025, awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.
Americas Gold and Silver Corporation reported Q1-2025 results, with revenue up 12% to $23.5 million due to higher silver prices. Silver production was 446,000 ounces, with expected increases in 2025 from Galena and Cosalá operations. Net loss was $18.9 million, driven by higher costs and metal price impacts. The company was included in the Solactive Global Silver Miners Index.
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