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In this episode of Market Frontlines, host Lyndsay Malchuk speaks with Jon Bey about the transition from development story to construction story for a North American mine-to-market supply chain feeding lithium iron phosphate batteries. The conversation covers a recent global exchange listing and its impact on investor access, the layered financing stack combining private capital with non-dilutive government contributions from multiple sovereign sources, an updated mineral resource that sharply increased confidence in the project's geological continuity, and the flexibility built into offtake agreements amid a rapidly evolving LFP battery supply chain. Jon Bey lays out an aggressive timeline toward production by the end of the decade, explains why phosphate rather than lithium may end up being the real bottleneck for electrification, and addresses the risks that could realistically knock the project off schedule. In this episode: • Listing on a major global exchange opened access to large institutional investors previously unable to hold the stock • A feasibility study is targeted within roughly six months, followed by permitting and a final investment decision • Over $30 million in capital plus more than $20 million in non-dilutive government contributions are already secured to reach the final investment decision • Multiple sovereign governments across Europe and North America have signaled capital commitments toward eventual mine construction • An updated resource estimate came in at 294.2 million tons with a nearly 400% increase in the indicated category • Offtake agreements have no price floor or ceiling, keeping upside exposure while retaining the majority of production for future transformation • Phosphoric acid supply, not lithium, may end up being the real constraint on battery-driven electrification • An aggressive 2029 production target hinges on execution speed through feasibility, permitting and construction

Michael Succurro stopped chasing Nvidia and Tesla. He buys what those companies have to buy. In this episode of the Markets and Leaders Podcast, host Lyndsay Malchuk sits back down with Michael Succurro, Managing Partner and CEO of Spark Financial Group, to talk about how a portfolio manager makes decisions when nobody knows what happens next. Michael explains why he gave up predicting where the mega caps are heading. Sentiment moves those names now, not performance, and one bad weekend for a CEO can wipe billions off a stock. So he looks one layer down instead, at the copper, the lithium, the battery makers and the chip suppliers the giants depend on. Then Lyndsay turns into the worst client he has ever had. Five thousand dollars into the Magnificent Seven. A ten bagger from a guy at the golf course. Uranium from the barber, cash under the mattress, a stock tip off Instagram. Michael gets 30 seconds to talk her out of each one. What you will hear: Why discipline beats brilliant ideas over a 20 year horizon The picks and shovels approach to AI, electric vehicles and water infrastructure Why an AI chatbot is no substitute for a licensed financial adviser How social media turned stock picking into meme culture The shoe shine boy rule and what it says about tips from your barber What a large corporate cash position tells you about the next 12 months Fear of loss and fear of missing out, the two emotions behind most bad trades Measure twice, cut once, applied to a portfolio

Gold gets the headlines. Copper gets the growth story. Iron ore gets ignored, and it is the one commodity behind almost everything the world is trying to build right now. Steel is what economic ambition looks like once it becomes physical. Ports, railways, bridges, transmission lines, defense programs and the enormous data centers behind AI all run on it. And before there is steel, there is iron ore. In this episode of The Market Knowledge, Lyndsay Malchuk looks at why the iron ore question is no longer just about supply and demand. China reshaped the scale of the market for two decades. Now demand is fragmenting across India, infrastructure programs, defense budgets and data center construction, while supply stays concentrated and governments get far more deliberate about where their raw materials come from. The harder part is turning a deposit into a producing mine. Permitting, infrastructure, financing, construction and schedule risk all sit between a resource estimate and a single shipped ton. That gap is where Canada's iron ore story becomes a capital markets story as much as a mining story. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR: - Why steel demand tracks physical infrastructure, not software cycles - How AI data centers, electrification and defense spending pull on the same material - What changes when Chinese demand matures and new demand centers appear - Why ore quality, processing cost and location decide the economics - Why supply security is becoming a pricing factor of its own - What it actually takes to move a project from resource estimate to production

Join host Lyndsay Malchuk on Market Frontlines for an eye-opening interview with Catherine Flax, CEO of Zefiro Methane Corp. Most people have no idea about the scale of the orphan well crisis. Discover how millions of unplugged, leaking wells across North America are releasing toxic methane and other super pollutants into the air, contaminating groundwater, making land unusable, and even causing homes to explode. Learn how Zefiro is tackling this monumental problem, the bipartisan support behind federal funding, why plugging a well can cost $100,000 or more, and how the company is becoming the premier pure-play environmental services firm in this massive commercial opportunity. Whether you care about health, safety, real estate, energy, carbon credits, or building a resilient business for the future, this conversation reveals why you're at more risk than you think.

Join host Lyndsay Malchuk on Market Frontlines for an exclusive, in-depth interview with Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace. As the world shifts from treating autonomous systems as emerging technology to recognizing them as strategic capability, Volatus is no longer simply making the case for drones. Discover how the company has evolved into a full-spectrum aerospace platform encompassing manufacturing, autonomous systems, aerial intelligence, defense training, counter-drone technology, and proprietary software. Learn about their new 53,000 square foot facility in Mirabel, their breakthrough Transport Canada certification for detect-and-avoid capabilities, and their expansion into larger aircraft for wildfire suppression and remote deliveries. From Arctic operations and border surveillance to the defense industrial strategy and sovereign capability, this conversation cuts through the headlines to examine the real transformation happening at Volatus Aerospace and what it means for investors and the future of Canadian aerospace.

Uranium is no longer simply a mining or commodity story. As nuclear energy moves back to the centre of global energy strategy, uranium is increasingly colliding with geopolitics, national security, artificial intelligence, electricity demand, critical minerals and institutional capital. In this episode of Markets & Leaders, Lyndsay Malchuk sits down with Jon Bey, CEO of Standard Uranium, for a conversation that goes well beyond the conventional uranium investment thesis. We get into how the uranium market actually works, why utilities think very differently from investors, the disconnect between spot prices and long term contracting, where capital is flowing, the changing role of governments and whether investors are still valuing uranium as a commodity when the world is beginning to treat it as a strategic asset. And then we ask the uncomfortable question: If uranium were discovered today instead of 200 years ago, would you still be allowed to invest? Because perhaps the biggest uranium story isn't where the price goes next. It's whether the market is still valuing uranium according to the world that existed yesterday. Finished watching us? Now you can listen to us while pretending to be productive. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/033jAUfdNaYswdC0mHKKvW?utm_source LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/markets-and-leaders-podcast/id1896908999?utm_source

Rio Tinto. BHP. Lundin Mining. Anglo American. Teck. Equinox Gold. Calibre Mining. At first glance, these look like separate mergers and acquisitions. But are they really? In this episode of Market Knowledge, Lyndsay Malchuk explores the bigger story unfolding behind the headlines and reveals why the mining industry's largest players are racing to secure future production through billion dollar deals. As world class discoveries become increasingly difficult to find and existing mines continue to mature, major producers are changing the way they grow, and it could reshape the future of mining for decades to come. This isn't just another discussion about mining M&A. It's an inside look at the forces driving consolidation across the global mining sector, what it means for investors, junior mining companies, and the future supply of critical resources. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why mining mergers and acquisitions are accelerating • The real reason major mining companies are buying instead of building • What recent deals involving Rio Tinto, BHP, Lundin Mining, Anglo American, Teck, Equinox Gold, and Calibre Mining reveal about the industry's future • How reserve replacement is changing mining strategy • Why this trend matters for mining investors and junior exploration companies Whether you're a mining investor, geologist, executive, analyst, or simply interested in the future of global resource markets, this episode provides the context behind one of the biggest trends shaping the mining industry today.

In this special edition of Markets & Leaders, Lyndsay Malchuk brings together a curated collection of conversations with Todd Stone, Brian Balthazar, Raul Munoz, Ronald Stoeferle, Adrian O'Brian, Attila Kadikoy, Michael Succurro and Rick Rule to explore the ideas shaping investing, business, capital markets, mining, technology, leadership and the global economy. These aren't random clips. Together, they tell a much bigger story. Each conversation offers a unique perspective, but when you connect the dots, you begin to see the trends influencing how capital is flowing, how industries are evolving, where governments are investing, how businesses are adapting, and what leaders are paying attention to before it becomes tomorrow's headline. From Hollywood's battle for attention to the future of copper. From climate resilience to bond yields. From artificial intelligence and data centres to government policy and global investing, this episode brings together conversations that challenge conventional thinking and leave you looking at the world a little differently. Inside this episode: • Why DRIPA continues to shape conversations around business, government and investment in British Columbia. • Why Hollywood is no longer competing with just Hollywood and how the creator economy has changed entertainment forever. • Why climate resilience has become a business strategy that extends far beyond insurance. • Why the traditional 60/40 investment portfolio is being challenged in today's economic environment. • Why governments are directing billions of dollars toward strategic resource projects. • How artificial intelligence, regulation and data centres are reshaping asset management and global energy demand. • Why bond yields influence financial markets, real estate, borrowing costs and everyday purchasing power. • Why copper, critical minerals and defence metals continue to be some of the most important long term investment themes in the world. If you enjoyed this deep dive, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more market-moving conversations. Share your thoughts or questions in the comments below! The full Markets & Leaders library is waiting for you on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Happy listening. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033jAUfdNaYswdC0mHKKvW?si=i32k8BD0S7O6NEtnlEqFgg&utm_source=copy-link Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/markets-and-leaders-podcast/id1896908999

Join host Lyndsay Malchuk on Market Frontlines for an exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with Lewis Black, CEO of Almonty Industries (NASDAQ: ALM). As global powers race to break China's decades-long grip on the tungsten market, discover how Almonty is securing strategic assets in the US, advancing the world-class Sangdong project in South Korea, and expanding its Portuguese operations—all while securing transformative financing that positions the company for massive growth. Dive deep into the $800 million convertible bond structure, the shifting geopolitical landscape, and why Western governments and defense contractors are knocking on Almonty's door. Whether you're an investor, industry professional, or interested in critical minerals, this conversation delivers unparalleled insights into the future of tungsten supply chains and what it takes to build a resilient, Western-based critical minerals champion.

The biggest economic story in North America isn't the one most investors are watching. The United States negotiated USMCA, celebrated it as the future of North American trade... and now it's questioning whether it should continue. At first glance, this looks like another political story. It isn't. This episode of Market Knowledge explores a much bigger question: What changed? From the global pandemic and shifting supply chains to artificial intelligence, growing geopolitical competition, and the changing definition of economic security, this isn't simply a discussion about a trade agreement. It's an investigation into why one of the world's largest economies is rethinking an agreement it fought to create just a few years ago. More importantly, what could that reveal about the future of manufacturing, investment, capital markets, and North America's competitive position? For investors, business leaders, and anyone trying to understand where the global economy is heading, this conversation extends far beyond politics. Because sometimes the biggest market stories aren't the ones making the loudest headlines. They're the ones hiding in plain sight. In this episode: • Why USMCA was created and what it was designed to accomplish • The overlooked reason this review matters now • What changed between 2020 and today • Why this is about much more than tariffs and trade • What happens if the agreement isn't extended • The potential implications for investors, business leaders, and the future of North America If you enjoy thoughtful analysis that goes beyond the headlines, subscribe and join us as we uncover the stories shaping markets before they become obvious.

Zefiro Methane Corp. - The Hazard Below Is Closer Than You Think

Join host Lyndsay Malchuk on Market Frontlines for a thought-provoking conversation with David Christie, President and COO of Globex Mining Enterprises (TSX: GMX, OTCQX: GLBXF, Frankfurt: G1MN). While most mining companies bet everything on a single flagship asset, Globex has quietly built one of the most diversified mineral portfolios in the sector—spanning hundreds of properties, multiple commodities, and numerous jurisdictions. In this exclusive interview, David reveals how Globex operates as a "royalty generator" rather than a traditional explorer, why a portfolio approach creates multiple catalysts at once, and how the company is projecting 900% royalty revenue growth by 2032. Discover the massive drill programs underway—including over 300,000 meters being funded by partners—and the upcoming catalysts like the Mont Sorcier feasibility study that could reshape how the market values this unique player. If you are an investor looking for quality assets, sustainable long-term growth, and a strategy built to win in any commodity cycle, this is a must-watch.

As artificial intelligence accelerates, electrification reshapes industries, and governments compete for critical resources, one question is becoming impossible to ignore... Has copper evolved from a commodity into a geopolitical asset? In this episode of Markets & Leaders, host Lyndsay Malchuk sits down with Adrian O'Brien, VP of Business Development and Communications of Midnight Sun Mining, for a conversation that goes far beyond supply and demand. Forget the usual discussion about copper shortages and drill results. This episode explores the bigger picture: how critical minerals are reshaping global power, why the next generation of world-class discoveries may be harder to find, how artificial intelligence is changing mineral exploration, and what the mining industry must do to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. From leadership and innovation to geopolitics and the future of resource development, Adrian shares a perspective that challenges conventional thinking and offers a fresh look at one of the world's most essential industries. If you work in mining, investing, energy, critical minerals, artificial intelligence, or simply want to better understand the forces shaping tomorrow's economy, this conversation is for you.

Canada is entering a new era of mining, critical minerals, infrastructure, and resource development. While Bill 5 in Ontario and the federal government's Bill C-5 have generated significant debate, the bigger story is how these new laws could reshape investment, project approvals, and Canada's competitiveness in the global race for critical minerals. In this episode, Lyndsay Malchuk examines what Ontario's Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) and the federal government's Bill C-5 (One Canadian Economy Act) actually change—and why investors, mining companies, business leaders, policymakers, and Canadians should be paying close attention. As demand for copper, nickel, lithium, uranium, graphite, rare earth elements, and other critical minerals continues to grow, governments around the world are competing to secure resilient supply chains and accelerate major resource projects. Canada has long been recognized for its mineral wealth. The question now is whether it can build projects quickly enough to remain globally competitive. This episode explores: • What Bill 5 changes in Ontario • What Bill C-5 changes at the federal level • Why permitting reform has become an economic issue • The connection between critical minerals and global geopolitics • What these changes could mean for mining investment and capital markets • Why Ontario may become Canada's proving ground for future resource development

Join host Anna Proske on Market Frontlines for an exclusive interview with Moritz Verleger, Head of Investor Relations at tonies SE. Discover how tonies has revolutionized children's entertainment with its screen-free audio system, selling nearly 12 million boxes globally. Learn about their innovative razor-blade business model where the box drives high-margin follow-up figurine purchases, with 70% of all boxes still active and an average of 20 figurines purchased per household in the first four years. Explore their remarkable expansion into North America where they've completely redefined a new category, their strategic partnerships with Disney, Pokemon, Hasbro, and Mattel, and the new TonieBox that extends the age range to 1-9 years while introducing interactive screen-free games. Whether you're an investor, parent, or industry professional, this conversation delivers fascinating insights into one of Europe's most successful consumer product companies.