Gold Miners or Silver Miners: Which Precious Metals ETF Is the Better Buy Right Now?

The article compares two precious metals mining ETFs: Sprott Gold Miners ETF (SGDM), which focuses on North American gold producers with a lower 0.46% expense ratio, and Global X Silver Miners ETF (SIL), which provides global silver exposure with higher 1-year returns (83% vs 53%) but greater volatility. Gold miners are recommended for new precious metals investors, while silver miners suit those seeking higher-conviction bets on industrial and monetary demand convergence.

06/16/2026, 11:10 AM • The Motley Fool

AURION COMPLETES ARRANGEMENT WITH AGNICO EAGLE MINES LIMITED

Aurion Resources Ltd. has successfully completed its plan of arrangement with Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, whereby Agnico acquired all outstanding common shares of Aurion for C$2.60 per share in cash. Following the completion, Aurion Shares will be delisted from the TSX Venture Exchange and Aurion will cease to be a reporting issuer under Canadian securities laws.

06/15/2026, 11:49 AM • Benzinga

Wallbridge Mining Announces Voting Results from Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Wallbridge Mining Company Limited held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on June 10, 2026, with 33.736% share representation. All proposed matters were approved, including setting the board at six directors and appointing KPMG LLP as auditor. The company is advancing its Fenelon Gold Project to pre-feasibility study stage with strategic investments from Agnico Eagle and Waratah totaling approximately C$56 million.

06/10/2026, 9:10 PM • GlobeNewswire

AURION OBTAINS FINAL ORDER APPROVING PLAN OF ARRANGEMENT WITH AGNICO EAGLE MINES LIMITED

Aurion Resources Ltd. has obtained final court approval for its plan of arrangement with Agnico Eagle Mines Limited. Under the deal, Agnico will acquire all outstanding Aurion shares for C$2.60 per share in cash. The arrangement was approved by shareholders and warrantholders on June 5, 2026, and is expected to close on or about June 15, 2026, pending TSX Venture Exchange approval and satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

06/10/2026, 4:30 PM • Benzinga

AURION OBTAINS SECURITYHOLDER APPROVAL FOR PLAN OF ARRANGEMENT WITH AGNICO EAGLE MINES LIMITED

Aurion Resources Ltd. announced that its securityholders approved a special resolution to be acquired by Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for C$2.60 per share in cash. The arrangement received overwhelming approval with 99.94% of votes cast in favor. The deal is anticipated to close on or about June 15, 2026, pending final court approval and TSX Venture Exchange approval.

06/05/2026, 5:35 PM • Benzinga

Wallbridge Completes Private Placement for Proceeds of Approximately C$56 Million

Wallbridge Mining Company Limited has closed a private placement raising approximately C$56 million from Agnico Eagle Mines Limited and Waratah Capital Advisors. Each investor acquired roughly 19.9% ownership stakes. The proceeds will fully fund a pre-feasibility study on the Fenelon gold project while allowing completion of the 2026 exploration program at other properties in Quebec's Abitibi region.

05/22/2026, 10:59 AM • GlobeNewswire

FALCON GOLD CORP. - CORPORATE AND EXPLORATION UPDATE

Falcon Gold Corp. announced a corporate restructuring to optimize its capital structure and strengthen market positioning. The company is refocusing its strategy on its northwestern Ontario portfolio, particularly the Central Canada Gold Project in the Atikokan gold camp, where it plans to conduct up to 20 diamond drill holes. The company abandoned its proposed acquisition of Newfoundland claims and entered a CAD $100,000 marketing agreement with AGORACOM. Management believes current macroeconomic conditions and strengthening gold prices support junior gold exploration companies in Tier-1 jurisdictions.

05/15/2026, 2:28 PM • Benzinga

Newmont Transaction Highlights Rising Valuations For Undeveloped Gold Assets

Senior gold producers are reporting record financial metrics as realized gold prices reach $4,800-$4,900/oz, up from $1,800/oz in 2022. This repricing is revaluing undeveloped gold assets significantly. Greenland Mines' Skaergaard Project shows 45-55% grade uplift in sensitivity analysis under higher price scenarios. Major producers including Newmont, Barrick, Agnico Eagle, and Kinross are unlocking value through restructurings and asset repricings.

05/13/2026, 8:30 AM • Benzinga

The Yukon's Capital Cycle Has Turned -- and This 18-Project Junior Is Quietly Building the Next District-Scale Story

With gold prices reaching record levels and major producers reporting exceptional margins, exploration capital is flowing back to the Yukon. Yukon Metals Corp., holding an 18-project portfolio built on 30+ years of prospecting, is advancing multiple copper-gold and silver-lead-zinc projects including Birch (showing 14.35 g/t gold), Carter Gulch (250 g/t gold samples), and Star River. The company benefits from a favorable macro environment and institutional validation through deals like Agnico Eagle's strategic alliance with Cascadia Minerals.

05/12/2026, 9:05 AM • Benzinga

2 Mining Stocks to Buy in May

Mining stocks are positioned for growth due to increased demand for metals driven by data center expansion, renewable energy, and geopolitical uncertainty. BHP Group, the world's largest mining company, is capitalizing on copper demand trends with projections of growth from 33 million to 50 million tons by 2050. Agnico Eagle Mines, a gold producer with low operating costs and renewable energy advantages, is well-positioned to benefit from rising precious metal prices while remaining insulated from fuel cost pressures.

05/09/2026, 3:05 PM • The Motley Fool

OR Royalties Declares 18% Increase to Quarterly Dividend

OR Royalties Inc. announced an 18.2% increase to its quarterly dividend, raising it to US$0.065 per common share for Q2 2026. The dividend will be paid on July 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2026. The company also offers a dividend reinvestment plan with a 3% discount for eligible shareholders in Canada and the United States.

05/06/2026, 4:16 PM • Benzinga

This $4 Million NMI Holdings Sale Comes as the Insurer Grows Book Value 15%

Muhlenkamp & Co. sold 101,570 shares of NMI Holdings (worth $3.93 million) in Q1 2026, reducing its position from 5.1% to 3.62% of AUM. Despite NMI's strong fundamentals—including 15% year-over-year book value growth, $99.3 million Q1 net income, and improved efficiency metrics—the stock has remained flat over the past year, significantly underperforming the S&P 500. The sale may reflect opportunity cost allocation rather than a negative view on the company's performance.

05/06/2026, 1:25 PM • The Motley Fool

SIL vs. GDX: Silver Miners Outpaced Gold Miners in 2025. Will It Last?

Silver miners ETF (SIL) delivered 135.40% returns over 12 months, significantly outpacing gold miners ETF (GDX) at 91.10%. While SIL offers higher returns and dividend yield, GDX provides lower costs, larger assets, and greater diversification. Both funds carry higher volatility than physical metals, with SIL experiencing steeper drawdowns historically. The choice depends on investor risk tolerance and market outlook.

04/29/2026, 10:26 AM • The Motley Fool

Agnico Eagle Just Bought An Entire Gold District — Here's What It's Planning

Agnico Eagle Mines has completed a multi-billion-dollar acquisition spree, acquiring three companies to gain full control of a 2,492 square-kilometer gold district in Finland's Central Lapland Greenstone Belt. The deals consolidate fragmented ownership around its existing Kittilä mine and the nearby Ikkari project, with potential synergies of $365 million and a target of 500,000 ounces of annual production within a decade.

04/20/2026, 12:56 PM • Benzinga

B2Gold Announces Agreement to Sell its 70% Interest in Fingold Joint Venture to Agnico Eagle for US$325 million; B2Gold and Agnico Eagle to Enter into Nunavut Collaboration Agreement

B2Gold has agreed to sell its 70% interest in Fingold Ventures Ltd. to Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for US$325 million in cash. The transaction is expected to close in April 2026. Additionally, B2Gold and Agnico Eagle have agreed to enter into a collaboration agreement focused on knowledge sharing and cooperation across their respective operations in Nunavut, Canada.

04/20/2026, 6:40 AM • Benzinga