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Commented by Mario Hose on March 3rd, 2026 | 07:10 CET
Boom in the gold sector: Why Lahontan Gold Offers Leverage Beyond Barrick and AngloGold
In times when world politics are in turmoil due to wars, investors are desperately seeking a safe haven for their assets. The price of gold has resumed its upward trajectory with full force due to recent developments and new tensions surrounding the Iraq conflict. It is the age-old story of the safe haven that could take on a whole new strength right now. As long as uncertainty and geopolitical friction remain on the world stage, precious metals will be the big winners of this development. Gold and silver, in particular, are benefiting from market fears and the desire for stability. In this exciting environment, all eyes are on major producers such as Barrick Mining and AngloGold Ashanti, which, among others, form the foundation of the industry. But the real thrill and the chance for exceptional returns often lie with the "smaller explorers" who are sitting on huge treasures. One name in particular has recently come into focus: Lahontan Gold. With its spectacular projects in Nevada, the company is proving that it is still possible to strike gold today.
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Commented by Nico Popp on March 2nd, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Great opportunities in Central Africa: DRC Gold, AngloGold Ashanti, and Gold Fields in Focus
We are witnessing a historic rally in the price of gold, which is fundamentally changing both the balance sheets of established corporations and the strategies of emerging explorers. As recent analyses by PwC and McKinsey show, the precious metal has evolved from a pure hedge against inflation to a strategic guarantee of security. Forecasts by leading investment banks Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan suggest that, in the wake of ongoing central bank purchases and currency devaluations, a rapid rise to as much as USD 6,300 per ounce by the end of the year is possible. Experts at State Street Global Advisors also point to the escalating global debt crisis as the primary driver of precious metal prices. In this phase, DRC Gold's realignment marks a decisive turning point in the development of African gold reserves. The company has acquired the option to acquire majority interests in the high-grade Giro and Nizi projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo through a binding agreement. This positions the explorer in the renowned Kilo-Moto greenstone belt in the immediate vicinity of the world-class Kibali mine, which is operated as a joint venture by AngloGold Ashanti, Barrick Mining, and the state-owned company SOKIMO, and allows it to leverage the pull of the industry giants for its own growth.
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