Collective Mining added to Junior Gold Miners Index

Executive Summary

• Collective Mining Ltd. has been added to the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) index, effective at market close on March 20, 2026, following the index's most recent review and rebalance.
• The company has relocated its executive headquarters from Toronto, Ontario, to Miami, Florida, to improve connectivity with its operations in Colombia and access deeper U.S. capital markets, while maintaining its Canadian jurisdiction of incorporation and dual listings on the NYSE American and Toronto Stock Exchange.
• Management views the index inclusion and relocation as strategic milestones to broaden the shareholder base, increase investor visibility, and unlock future eligibility for other U.S. equity indices.

Key Details

• Index Inclusion: Collective Mining Ltd. is added to the Junior Gold Miners Index (GDXJ) effective March 20, 2026.
• Headquarters Relocation: Executive headquarters moved from Toronto, Ont., to Miami, Fla.
• Listing Status: Dual listings on NYSE American and Toronto Stock Exchange remain unchanged; jurisdiction of incorporation remains Canada.
• Strategic Rationale: Miami offers strong institutional capital markets presence, strategic connectivity to Colombia/Latin America, and daily direct flights to management's operations.
• Future Eligibility: The U.S. office may enhance eligibility for other U.S. equity indices tracked by passive and rules-based investment strategies.
• Operational Context: The move supports the 2026 exploration program and the derisking/development of the flagship Guayabales project.
• Ownership Structure: Management, insiders, a strategic investor, and close family/friends own 45.3% of outstanding shares.
• Project Portfolio:
  • Guayabales: Flagship project anchored by the Apollo system (gold-silver-copper-tungsten). Objectives include expanding the Ramp zone, drilling the hangingwall vein zone, and testing greenfield targets.
  • San Antonio: Optioned project (up to 100% interest) located 2-5 km east-northeast of Guayabales. Focus on extending the high-grade silver system at the Pound target and hunting new discoveries. Potential for shared infrastructure with Guayabales.

Notable Quotes

• "Inclusion in the GDXJ marks an important milestone for the company, as it reflects our continued progress in developing a world-class mineral district in Colombia, and reinforces the compelling investment case for Collective. The relocation of the company's executive headquarters to Miami is another important step in our evolution." — Ari Sussman, Executive Chairman