Precious Metals

Sprott Inc. (SII) announced a 33% increase in its Q3 2025 dividend to US$0.40 per common share, payable December 2, 2025, to shareholders of record on November 17, 2025. Currency exchange rules apply; Canadian shareholders via CDS receive CAD, while others receive USD. CDS participants can elect USD payments via their broker. The dividend is an eligible dividend for Canadian tax purposes. Analysts view this increase positively, reflecting Sprott’s strong position in precious metals and critical materials.

Netflix’s Q3 earnings were impacted by a Brazilian tax dispute, causing a stock dip. However, analysts remain confident in Netflix’s dominance, evidenced by media companies’ strategic shifts. The success of original content, like “KPop Demon Hunters” (325M+ views), drove record ad sales. Netflix’s focus on culturally relevant content and subscriber engagement remains a key advantage. Separately, gold’s surge in 2025 is attributed to trade concerns, anticipated rate cuts, and a weaker dollar, with investors seeking safe havens against potential currency devaluation.

Sierra Madre Gold and Silver (SMDRF) granted 2,750,000 stock options at $0.73 per share to employees, directors, management, and consultants. The options have a five-year exercise window. Vesting for most options occurs in three stages: one-third immediately, one-third after six months, and the final third after twelve months. 40,000 options are allocated to Adelaide Capital, vesting quarterly over a year. The grant awaits TSX Venture Exchange approval.

Honey Badger Silver Inc. successfully closed the first tranche of its private placement, raising approximately $2.01 million. The financing, involving non-flow-through units and flow-through shares, will fund exploration on properties in the Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, as well as property advancement and acquisitions. Prominent investor Eric Sprott participated in the round.

OR Royalties Inc. amended its revolving credit facility, switching to U.S. dollar denomination and increasing it to $650 million, with a potential $200 million accordion. The company aims to leverage this enhanced financial flexibility for growth opportunities. Furthermore, OR Royalties will receive $49 million from the MAC Copper acquisition by Harmony Gold.