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Gold, Precious, Battery, and Base Metals Surge Drive Mining Stocks Higher: SVM, USAU, PNPN.V, HL – More Inside

By: AB Newswire

March 20, 2025 at 18:22 PM EDT

Gold, Precious, Battery, and Base Metals Surge Drive Mining Stocks Higher: SVM, USAU, PNPN.V, HL - More Inside

The global mining sector is experiencing significant momentum, propelled by soaring prices of gold, silver, copper, and battery metals. Gold has surpassed the historic $3,000 mark, invigorating investor interest in mining companies with robust exploration and production initiatives. Notably, Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSE: SVM) (TSX: SVM), U.S. Gold Corp. (NASDAQ: USAU), Power Metallic Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCQB: PNPNF), and Hecla Mining Co. (NYSE: HL) are capitalizing on this bullish commodities market, reflected in their recent stock performances.

Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSE: SVM): Steady Performance Amid Silver Rally

Silvercorp Metals has maintained a stable stock performance, with shares trading at $4.16, reflecting a modest increase of 0.48% from the previous close. The stock reached an intraday high of $4.20 and a low of $4.06, with a trading volume of 2,476,674 shares. The company's strong financials, including a Q3 Fiscal 2025 adjusted net income of $22.0 million ($0.10 per share) and cash flow from operations of $44.8 million, position it well to benefit from the rising silver market.

U.S. Gold Corp. (NASDAQ: USAU): Significant Uptick Following Gold's Surge

U.S. Gold Corp. has experienced a notable stock price increase, currently trading at $11.38, up 10.48% from the previous close. The stock's intraday range spanned from a low of $10.30 to a high of $11.76, with 516,185 shares traded. This surge aligns with gold's historic rise above $3,000, enhancing the prospects of U.S. Gold Corp.'s CK Gold Project in Southeast Wyoming and other exploration endeavors.

Power Metallic Inc. (TSX.V: PNPN): Strategic Expansion Amid Battery Metals Demand – #1 TSX Miner

Power Metallic has secured a C$40 million equity raise from BMO, aiming to drill 100,000 metres across its Lion and Tiger polymetallic zones and the NISK deposit over the next 21 months. This strategic move positions the company to meet the escalating demand for nickel, copper, and platinum group elements (PGE), essential components in the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) and renewable energy sectors. Power Metallic’s strategy aligns with rising industrial demand, solidifying its position as the #1 TSX-listed miner.

Hecla Mining Co. (HL): Positive Trajectory with Silver's Climb

Hecla Mining shares are trading at $5.92, marking a 1.54% increase from the previous close. The stock's intraday movement ranged between $5.60 and $5.94, with a volume of 7,217,076 shares. As the largest silver producer in the U.S., Hecla is well-positioned to capitalize on silver's ascent above $35 per ounce, with operations at Greens Creek (Alaska) and Lucky Friday (Idaho) contributing to its robust performance.

Market Outlook: Sustained Growth in Precious and Battery Metals

The unprecedented rise in gold, silver, copper, and battery metals underscores a robust market trend driven by inflation concerns, technological advancements, and the global shift toward sustainable energy. Mining companies with strategic assets and expansion plans are poised for significant growth, making SVM, USAU, PNPN, and HL noteworthy stocks to watch in 2025. Additionally, three more speculative issues gaining attention in the sector include Clifton Mining Co. (OTC: CFTN), Gold Terra Resource Corp. (TSXV: YGT) (OTCQB: YGTFF), and Quest Critical Metals Inc. (CSE: BULL) (OTC: DCNNF), which present high-risk, high-reward opportunities for investors eyeing emerging players in the mining space.

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