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  1. 20H AGO

    Weekend Show - Jeff Christian & Josef Schachter - Gold & Oil Outlook, Major Market Turns

    This week’s Weekend Show shifts the lens back to the core pillars of asset-based investing: Precious Metals and Energy. We explore the disconnect between market sentiment and physical reality, moving from the technical nuances of silver supply deficits to the high-stakes geopolitical maneuvers in the Strait of Hormuz. Our guests analyze why "scarcity narratives" often miss the mark and how investors can find the "growth wedge" in an energy sector bracing for a volatile summer.    Segment 1 & 2 - Jeff Christian, Managing Partner at the CPM Group, discusses the current and future outlook for precious metals through the end of this year. Jeff also provides a critical analysis of the Silver Institute's deficit data and examines the strategic gold maneuvers by central banks, specifically addressing recent activities in Turkey and France.  Click here to visit the CPM Group website to learn more about the firm - https://cpmgroup.com/    Segment 3 & 4 - Josef Schachter, founder and editor of the Schachter Energy Report, outlines the shifting dynamics of the Middle East and its impact on global energy markets. Josef analyzes the potential for oil prices to reach new highs or stabilize near $80 based on geopolitical resolutions, while providing specific equity recommendations for both conservative and entrepreneurial investors in the oil and natural gas sectors. Click here to learn more about The Schachter Energy Report - https://schachterenergyreport.ca/ Click here to follow Josef on Substack at his Eye One Energy Report. - https://josefschachter.substack.com/    If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe to our podcast feed (KER Podcast), YouTube channel, and follow us on X for more market commentary and company interviews. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

    55 min
  2. 1D AGO

    Kirkland Lake Discoveries – The 1st Drill Hole Returned From The Mirado Target At KL South Has Multiple Broad Gold Intercepts Including 5.66 g/t Au over 18.2 Metres

    Stefan Sklepowicz, CEO of Kirkland Lake Discoveries (TSXV: KLDC) (OTCQB: KLKLF), joins me for an exploration update on the high-grade gold over multiple broad intercepts in the first drill hole returned from KL South at the South Zone of the Mirado target. This is part of their ongoing 25,000 meter ongoing 2026 diamond drilling program at the past-producing Mirado property.  Their district-scale exploration portfolio, spanning KL West, KL East, and now KL South is located in the Kirkland Lake region of Ontario’s Abitibi Greenstone Belt; one of the most prolific mining districts in the world.   Highlights   KLM26-001 1.10 g/t Au over 15.1 m from 39.6 m to 54.6 m 5.66 g/t Au over 18.2 m from 62.0 m to 80.2 m, including 23.03 g/t Au over 4.3 m 3.30 g/t Au over 18.7 m from 96.7 m to 115.3 m, including 5.49 g/t Au over 4.9 m, and 3.92 g/t over 4.1 m   KLM26-001B Wedge 1.78 g/t Au over 23.9 m from 88.5 m to 112.5 m Visible gold observed in multiple holes (see Figure 2) Broad zones of continuous mineralization Expedited assay results through Paragon and use of PhotonAssay™   Stefan mentioned this is just the first drill hole returned from the Mirado area, but that 9 other holes have also been completed and there will be another 4,000-5,000 meters of drilling here in this area of KL South throughout the balance of this program. The company will be doing some confirmation holes and some step-out or deeper holes under historic drilling to expand the mineralized footprint at both the South Zone and North Zone.   There are also other regional targets at KL South like MZ Zone, Bank, and Gold Hill that are on crown land, and will require different permits to drill in the future.   Additionally, there are still 39 drill holes that were completed up at KL West pending results from a different assay lab, building upon the encouraging drill results from Summer 2025. 12,000 meters have already been drilled at KL West, where only 1,000 meters of assays have been returned back thus far, from the Wolverine Bend target.      If you have any questions for Stefan about Kirkland Lake Discoveries then please email them into me at Shad@kereport.com.   Click here to follow the latest news from Kirkland Lake Discoveries   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned, and companies profiled may be sponsors of the KE Report.

    31 min
  3. 1D AGO

    Silver X Mining – Q1 Production Metrics, Multi-Year Growth Strategy, Pampas Project Acquisition, Ongoing 40,000m Drill Program

    José M. García, CEO and Director of Silver X Mining (TSX.V:AGX – OTCQB:AGXPF), joins me for a comprehensive news update highlighting recent announcements on:   Q1 production metrics, and an overview of their aggressive multi-year growth plan to increase throughput levels from the Tangana Mine silver production and via increases to the plant capacity of the Recuperada Plant and construction of a 2nd Tangana Plant. In tandem to those workstreams, their team has ongoing development and exploration work programs at both the Plata Mine and Red Silver Mine areas for new production to begin about a year out which will augment the consolidated production at their Nueva Recuperada Project, located in central Peru. There is an ongoing 40,000 meter drill program that kicked off last fall. We also review the accretive acquisition of the Pampas Gold-Silver Project, located a little over 30kms away from Nueva Recuperada; and how it will factor into upcoming exploration initiatives, and the future development and production pipeline for the Company.   First Quarter 2026 Production Highlights   Metal production increased quarter-over-quarter, supported by higher throughput, improved head grades, and increased gold production, demonstrating a clear improvement in operational performance and metal throughput. Processed tonnage increased to 44,883 MT in 1Q26, up from 41,635 MT in 4Q25, representing an 8% quarter-over-quarter increase. In March 2026 alone, processed tonnage reached 20,645 MT, as production capacity expands at the Nueva Recuperada plant. Silver ounces processed increased to 125,195 oz in 1Q26, compared to 113,734 oz in 4Q25, representing a 10% sequential improvement driven primarily by higher silver head grades. Gold ounces processed rose to 1,419 oz in 1Q26, compared to 1,183 oz in 4Q25, representing 20% increase driven by targeting higher-value zones within the mine. Silver equivalent ounces (AgEq) processed were 253,114 oz in 1Q26, versus 266,995 oz in 4Q25. The decrease in AgEq ounces is primarily attributable to higher silver prices during the quarter (approximately US$83/oz in 1Q26 vs US$55/oz in 4Q25).   We start off by having José outline some of the step changes in growing the production throughput at Tangana, taking throughput from 500-600 tonnes per day (tpd) up to nameplate capacity of the plant at 720-750 tpd.  They are seeking permits in the middle of this year to expand the Recuperada plant throughput to 1,000 tpd by the end of 2026.  The operations team is also looking at incorporating ore-sorting technology to further upgrade the ore, and discard more waste before running the material through the mill.   Then looking ahead 2-3 years, as outlined in their expanded Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) released to the market on September 4th, 2025, they will increase the Recuperada Plant capacity up to 1,500 tpd, and also build a new Tangana Plant also with 1,500 tpd capacity, taking throughput up to 3,000 tpd by 2029.   The vision is to increase mining, development, and grade from the Tangana unit to eventually feed the new plant, with higher grade material from both the Plata Mining Unit and Red Silver Mining Unit eventually feeding the Recuperada Plant.   When both plants are running at full capacity with 3,000 tpd the projected output would be over 6 million silver equivalent ounces of production per annum.   On March 24th, 2026, Silver X announced the acquisition of the 7,712.5-hectare Pampas Gold-Silver Project in Huancavelica, Peru; adding a new high-grade exploration asset to its precious metals portfolio. High grades: Historical rock chip samples returned up to 85.9 g/t gold and 1,065 g/t silver. District-scale system: 36 mapped gold-silver veins with strike lengths of up to 2,000 metres across a large epithermal system. Major exploration upside: Despite extensive historical work, the project has never been systematically drill tested, with an initial 5,000 m drill program planned.   We spend the balance of the interview unpacking the ongoing 40,000 meter drill program, and aggressive exploration initiatives across their district-scale land package and recent broad silver mineralization returned from drilling at the Blenda Rubia target.   There are multiple goals for this largest drill program to date focused on further delineating the higher-grade areas of each area, updating the confidence in the continuity of known resources with infill drilling, while still looking to make new discoveries along strike and at depth.     If you have any questions for José regarding Silver X Mining, then please email those into me at Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Silver X Mining at the time of this recording and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time.   Click here to follow the latest news from Silver X Mining     For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned, and companies profiled may be sponsors of the KE Report.

    20 min
  4. 2D AGO

    Santacruz Silver – Review of 2025 Financials and Operations and Ongoing 2026 Growth Initiatives

    Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSX.V:SCZ) (NASDAQ:SCZM) (FSE:1SZ), joins me to highlight their full-year 2025 financial and operational results across their portfolio of producing mines in Bolivia and Mexico. We also review a few of the key growth initiatives that the company has slated for 2026 across multiple projects.    FULL YEAR 2025 HIGHLIGHTS:   Revenues of $326.4 million, a 15% increase year-over-year. Gross Profit of $109.4 million, a 91% increase year-over-year. Net Income of $42.2 million, a 74% decrease year-over-year1. Adjusted EBITDA of $104.6 million, a 99% increase year-over-year. Cash and Highly-Liquid Marketable Securities of $66.7 million, a 87% increase year-over-year2. Working Capital of $63.7 million, a 38% increase year-over-year. Average Realized Price per Ounce of Silver Equivalent Sold of $39.00, a 36% increase year-over-year. AISC per Silver Equivalent Ounce Sold of $30.81, a 18% increase year-over-year. Realized Margin per Silver Equivalent Ounce Sold of $8.19, a 209% increase year-over-year.   Last year was a milestone year for Santacruz, highlighted by the full debt repayment to Glencore, payment of taxes to Bolivia, and still ending the year with ~$70 million added to the treasury and materially strengthened balance sheet.  Strong silver prices throughout the year and improving mine efficiencies contributed to a revenue increase of 15%, and the margin between the average realized price of silver and AISC improved by 209%.   While total production was down 11% due to Bolivar's May 2025 flooding event, the strength and diversification of their multi-asset operating portfolio helped offset the impact, with operations remaining cash-generative and profitable. The Company continues to expect Bolivar's full recovery by Q4 2026, with the dewatering program progressing ahead of plan and driving consistent quarter-over-quarter improvements throughout the year. The Company is beginning to see the benefits of the recovery efforts at Bolivar, now accessing again the high silver-grade Pomabamba and Nané veins.   Next we moved over to the Caballo Blanco Group of mines, which is the lowest cost and thus highest efficiency of their operations.  Colquechaquita and Tres Amigos are the 2 producing mines, but Arturo mentioned that the Company has now brought Esperanza Mine back into production during Q1, and that it should be a profitable smaller zinc-forward mine in this Caballo Blanco complex moving forward.   Next we shifted over to the high-margin San Lucas Group Lucas feed sourcing business (which now includes ore blended from the Reserva Mine, previously part of the Caballo Blanco complex).  Arturo points out that since this is a “margin business” it will always be profitable, but that it will see higher costs in parallel with higher silver prices, and thus the higher amount needed to be paid to the small regional miners that bring in their ore to sell to San Lucas.   The higher costs are not an efficiency issue, but rather reflective of moves up in the metals prices themselves.   Their Zimapán Mine in Mexico will be another area of growth for Santacruz Silver in 2026, after a substantial capital investment last year into plant equipment and improving mine efficiencies and metals recoveries.   Additionally, the operations team had finally gained access to the high-grade 960 Level of the Zimpan Mine at the end of Q4, and so this will be a more significant contributing area of production starting in Q1 2026 and for several years to come.   The operations team is advancing their silver-dominant Soracaya mine towards development and near-term production. There is already a decline ramp into this project with initial stope access in 2 areas, and the plan once the permit is received is to get this mine into initial production by Q4 of 2026.    Wrapping up we discussed the potential for future accretive acquisitions in the Americas.  The board and management team are open to a currently producing mine or development-stage underground mining assets, but only if the acquisition would be accretive for shareholders and if their team can unlock value in these acquired assets.     If you have any follow up questions for Arturo regarding Santacruz Silver, then please email those to me Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Santacruz Silver at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time.   Click here to follow the latest news from Santacruz Silver   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned, and companies profiled may be sponsors of the KE Report.

    24 min
  5. 2D AGO

    Joel Elconin - Markets Defy Geopolitical Tensions as Earnings Season Kicks Off

    In this Daily Editorial, we are joined by Joel Elconin, Co-Host of the PreMarket Prep show and Founder of the Stock Trader Network. With major indices hitting record territory, Joel provides a technical and fundamental deep dive into why this market seems decoupled from global conflict and focused entirely on growth. Key discussion points:  Market Resilience and All-Time Highs: A look at the remarkable V-shaped recovery in April following a turbulent March, and why the market appears to have moved past geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Earnings Season Expectations: Early insights into Q1 reports, focusing on whether mega-cap tech companies can justify their massive capex spending through tangible AI results and increased profitability. The "Lockout Rally" Dynamics: Analyzing the current "buy the dip" mentality where shallow pullbacks are quickly absorbed, leaving sidelined investors waiting for entry points that may not come. Sector Strength and Rotation: Evaluating the shift from defensive staples back into risk-on growth, including the rebound of software stocks. Banking and Private Credit Health: A review of recent bank earnings from major players and a discussion on why fears regarding a private credit collapse have yet to materialize in the broader financial system. Stocks Mentioned: SPY, QQQ, NVDA, GOOG, AMZN, DAL, JPM, BAC, WFC, ARES   Click here to visit Joel’s PreMarket Prep website - https://www.premarketprep.com/   Click here to visit the Stock Trader Network - https://www.stocktradernetwork.com/   ----------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

    20 min
  6. 2D AGO

    Sitka Gold - Strategic Value of Tungsten By-products in Gold Deposits, Tungsten Assay Results

    In this Company Update, I am joined by Mike Burke, Director and VP of Corporate Development at Sitka Gold (TSX.V: SIG | OTCQB: SITKF | FRA: 1RF). Mike provides a comprehensive breakdown of the newly analyzed tungsten data and how it integrates into the existing gold resource at the Rhosgobel gold deposit. We discuss the geological significance of these results, the potential for tungsten as a high-value by-product, and what this means for the project’s future economics. Key Discussion Points: Tungsten Resource Potential: Mike discusses the re-sampling of 33 drill holes and the confirmation of tungsten mineralization over an 850-meter strike length. Metallurgical Synergy: An overview of how tungsten (in the form of scheelite) can be recovered using gravity and flotation - the same methods planned for the project's gold recovery. Critical Mineral Strategic Value: Insights into tungsten’s status as a critical mineral and how its current high market price could impact the overall value of the RC Gold Project. 2026 Exploration Outlook: A look at the ongoing 60,000-meter drill program and the upcoming milestones.   If you have any follow up questions for the team at Sitka Gold please email me at Fleck@kereport.com.  Click here visit the Sitka Gold website to learn more about the Company - https://sitkagoldcorp.com/   --------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

    13 min
  7. 2D AGO

    Aztec Minerals - Drill Results Expand Gold Mineralization At The Westside & Contention areas, Tombstone Project, Arizona

    In this Company Update, I chat with Simon Dyakowski, President and CEO of Aztec Minerals (TSXV: AZT | OTCQB: AZZTF), to discuss the drill results released on April 15, 2026, from the Tombstone Project in Arizona. Simon provides a deep dive into the 14-holes that targeted the Westside and Contention Main areas, revealing high-grade gold and silver mineralization that continues to expand the project's footprint. The discussion covers: High-Grade Intercepts at Westside: Insights into hole 14, which delivered 107.9 meters of 0.62 g/t gold and 24.8 g/t silver.. Unified Mineralized System: How the latest drilling confirms that the Westside and Contention zones are part of one massive, continuous mineralized system. Bulk Tonnage Potential: A look at the "halo" effect of lower-grade, continuous mineralization that provides the scale necessary for an open-pit mining model. New Exploration Frontiers: An update on the ongoing drill program, with a current focus on the high-priority Hard Up exploration area and historic mine workings. Financial Position and Outlook: A summary of the company’s cash position of approximately $6.5 million CAD, fully funding exploration through the summer.   Please email me any questions you have for Simon. My email address is Fleck@kereport.com.    Click here to visit the Aztec Minerals website - https://aztecminerals.com/   Figure 2 & 3. Plan maps showing drill hole collars from the 2025-2026 drill campaign at the Tombstone Property, southeastern Arizona.   --------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

    12 min
  8. 3D AGO

    Versamet Royalties -  Acquisition of 3.52 Percent Gold Stream on Production at Eskay Creek Slated To Commence In 2027

    Paul Jones, President of Versamet Royalties (TSX: VMET) (NASDAQ: VMET), joins us to outline the key benefits and considerations from the news on April 6th which announced their acquisition of a 3.52% existing gold stream, from fund entities managed by Orion Resource Partners LP and fund entities managed by affiliates of Blackstone Inc., in respect of gold production from the Eskay Creek gold-silver project; owned and operated by Skeena Resources Limited, and located in British Columbia, Canada,   Versamet paid an upfront cash payment of $340 million and issued 2,054,906 common shares to the Vendors. Versamet funded the upfront cash payment through an amended and restated credit facility, which includes an increase of the existing revolving facility from $200 million to $250 million, maturing in March 2029, and a new term facility in the amount of $150 million, maturing in March 2028, for a combined total of $400 million, from the Bank of Montreal and National Bank of Canada. The Amended Credit Facility provides for a $100 million accordion on the revolving facility once the term facility has been repaid in full.   Gold Stream Summary   Gold Stream:Under the Gold Stream, Versamet is entitled to receive 3.52% of the payable gold production for the life of the mine, provided that the mine successfully achieves certain completion tests on or before September 30, 2027. The Gold Stream is uncapped and has no step-downs or buydown provisions and includes an area of interest. Production Profile:Eskay is expected to produce an average of over 300,000 ounces of gold per year in its first 5 years and an average of approximately 230,000 ounces of gold per year over its initial 12 year life. Delivery Payments:For gold ounces delivered to the Gold Stream, Versamet will make ongoing cash payments equal to 10% of the spot gold price at the time of delivery. Gold Stream Percentage:If the completion tests are not satisfied by September 30, 2027, the stream percentage shall increase to 3.57%, 3.62% and 3.67% if completion is achieved in the first, second or third calendar quarters following September 30, 2027, respectively, and a further additional 0.13% per quarter for the remaining calendar quarters until satisfaction of the completion test. Minimum Delivery Provision:If a cumulative total of 2.61 million ounces of payable gold applicable to the Gold Stream has not been produced by April 1, 2040, Versamet is entitled to a one-time delivery of gold equal to the difference between cumulative gold ounces delivered to the Gold Stream at the time and 2.61 million ounces multiplied by the Gold Stream percentage at the time. Security:The Gold Stream is secured over the Eskay Creek project assets.   Paul highlights the nuances between streams versus royalties, the positive tax treatment the stream will receive, the importance of partnering on robust projects with strong operators, and the torque that royalty companies can have if they can demonstrate meaningful growth to the market.    Once Eskay is up and operating at full commercial production, it should augment the projected 20,000-23,000 Gold Equivalent Ounces (GEOs) by an additional 10,000 GEOs per annum.  Paul points out that by borrowing approximately 1/3 of their overall market cap, that they’ve increased the GEOs by essentially half; not including any future exploration or production upside on the Project.     If you have any follow up questions for the team over at West Red Lake Gold please email us at Fleck@kereport.com and Shad@kereport.com.     Click here to follow the latest news from Versamet Royalties     For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned, and companies profiled may be sponsors of the KE Report.

    18 min

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