NZAUF Overview

Gold Price Surge and Mining Margins: Gold prices have exceeded $4,000 per ounce, leading to significant profit margins for mining companies as production costs remain stable, with forecasts suggesting further increases in gold prices driven by central bank demand.

RUA GOLD Inc. Developments: RUA GOLD has reported high-grade drilling results from its Auld Creek project, expanded its drilling campaign, and is actively engaging with investors through a global conference schedule, positioning itself for substantial resource growth and development in New Zealand.

Event Overview: The Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference took place from October 7-9, 2025, and the presentations are now available for online viewing for 90 days.

Investor Engagement: Select companies are accepting one-on-one management meeting requests until October 15, and the conference aims to enhance investor access and engagement through interactive presentations and targeted meetings.

Central Bank Gold Purchases: Global central banks have significantly increased gold purchases, acquiring over 1,000 tonnes annually for the past three years, which has led to a surge in gold ETFs and record assets under management of $407 billion as of August 2025.

RUA GOLD Inc. Developments: RUA GOLD Inc. has reported exceptional high-grade results from its Auld Creek project, with plans to expand its resource base and a strong financial position of $14 million to support aggressive exploration efforts in New Zealand's mining districts.

Gold Market Surge: Gold prices have reached record levels above $3,599 per ounce, leading to an 80% increase in mining company earnings estimates for 2025, with strong central bank demand and disciplined cost management among mining firms contributing to this unprecedented market environment.

RUA GOLD Inc. Developments: RUA GOLD Inc. has reported significant high-grade results from its Auld Creek project, expanding its resource base and planning aggressive exploration with multiple drill rigs, while also benefiting from rising antimony prices and a strong cash position to support its growth strategy.

Gold Price and Market Trends: Gold prices are projected to rise, with forecasts suggesting a potential increase to $4,000 per ounce by year-end, driven by weak US jobs data. Gold mining companies, including RUA GOLD Inc., are expected to benefit significantly from this trend as they report strong profits and increased exploration activities.

RUA GOLD Inc. Developments: RUA GOLD has announced an expansion of its drilling campaign in New Zealand, targeting over 4,000 meters at Auld Creek to grow its gold-antimony resource. The company is also advancing other projects while maintaining a strong financial position with $14 million in treasury, aiming to transition from explorer to developer within the next year.

Gold Market Trends: The gold market is experiencing a bullish trend, with mining shares rising as tensions between Iran and Israel escalate. Investors are increasingly focusing on gold mining companies like RUA GOLD Inc., which recently secured C$13.8 million in funding to advance its exploration projects in New Zealand.

Mining Developments: RUA GOLD has reported significant drilling successes at its Auld Creek project, extending high-grade mineralization deeper than previously known. Other companies such as Founders Metals and Arizona Metals have also announced promising drill results, indicating strong potential for future growth in the mining sector.