Northwire Canada EditionMonday, July 13, 2026
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GLDN 0.055 +0.0% BRON 0.040 +0.0% BTO 5.43 −0.7% ESK 0.365 −2.7% AUMN 0.275 +0.0% GGX 0.040 +0.0% S 0.155 +29.2% NNX 0.035 +0.0% ABX 51.90 −0.6% TTS 2.40 −4.0% FCI 0.400 −9.1% GR 0.075 +0.0% AII 23.38 +12.4% TUNG 1.72 +1.8% LGO 1.01 −2.9% EMM 0.080 +0.0% GLDN 0.055 +0.0% BRON 0.040 +0.0% BTO 5.43 −0.7% ESK 0.365 −2.7% AUMN 0.275 +0.0% GGX 0.040 +0.0% S 0.155 +29.2% NNX 0.035 +0.0% ABX 51.90 −0.6% TTS 2.40 −4.0% FCI 0.400 −9.1% GR 0.075 +0.0% AII 23.38 +12.4% TUNG 1.72 +1.8% LGO 1.01 −2.9% EMM 0.080 +0.0%
Drill Results Routine +

Conquest Resources Provides Exploration Update at the Valimaki Gold Project, Finland

Conquest Resources Validates Valimaki Acquisition Thesis with Structural Targets; Dilution Risks Loom

Executive Summary
  • The most recent release (May 19, 2026) confirms completion of the spring 2026 exploration program at the Valimaki Gold Project in Finland.
  • Work included UAV magnetics (~88 km² total), geological mapping, drill core review, and glacial till sampling (853 samples).
  • Drill core review identified historical mineralization including an interval of 13.9 g/t Au over 1m from DDH R309.
  • Preliminary processing of magnetic data has produced grids highlighting northeast-trending shear corridors and fold closures.
  • This follows the initiation of the program on March 10, 2026, and the acquisition of the project in February 2026.
Material Impact
  • The news is consistent with previous expectations set during the March 10 launch announcement regarding field work timelines.
  • No new drill assay results were released; the update focuses on reconnaissance (magnetics/till) and historical data validation.
  • While positive for project momentum, it does not materially alter valuation without physical drilling confirmation of modern mineralization.
  • The identification of favorable structural settings supports the acquisition thesis but remains in the early exploration phase.
  • Rating is Routine - Positive as this represents a standard milestone execution rather than a transformative discovery or financing event.
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Company Overview
  • Flagship Project: Belfast-Teck Mag Project (Ontario) - High-grade base metal focus in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt.
  • New Asset: Valimaki Gold Project (Finland) - Acquired Feb 2026; hosts orogenic gold mineralization with historic boulder assays up to 60 g/t Au.
  • Other Assets: Alexander Gold, Smith Lake Gold, and Black Sturgeon Lake projects in Ontario.
  • Strategy: Systematic exploration using new interpretation techniques targeting high-potential zones in favorable jurisdictions.
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