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29 Sept 2026, 02:25 UTC · 1h ago
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Headline takes no side. We score HUNT −0.70 across four claims — strongly bearish.
−0.70strongly bearish
More negative than 78% of ticker scores this week
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4 claims · scored −1 bearish … +1 bullish · 4 new · 0 priced in
Gold Hunter concluded its 2026 drill program at 2,879 metres, significantly short of the planned 10,000 metres.
Newpress release dated September 28, 2026
So whatThe company achieved only ~29% of its planned exploration volume, delaying potential resource expansions into 2027.
More negative than 98% of claims this week
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The company clarified that its drill program budget was approximately $3.8 million, despite previous mentions of a $6.7 million financing.
Newpress release dated September 28, 2026
So whatThe $2.9 million difference between the financing and the specific drill budget suggests a lower cash runway for other operations than previously implied.
More negative than 90% of claims this week
Drilling at the Thor Deposit was deferred to 2027 due to unanticipated bridge safety issues and pending permits.
Newpress release dated September 28, 2026
So whatThis prevents the immediate testing of a resource containing 55,200 total ounces of Au until the next season.
More negative than 85% of claims this week
Drilling costs per metre were substantially higher than estimates due to a higher reliance on helicopter support.
Newpress release dated September 28, 2026
So whatIncreased OpEx per metre reduces the total footage possible per dollar of capital raised, likely necessitating further dilution to reach the original 10,000m goal.
More negative than 76% of claims this week
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More negative than 78% of ticker scores this week
The company significantly undershot its drilling targets (2,879m vs 10,000m) due to budget overruns and permitting issues, and had to issue clarifying disclosures regarding previous funding claims.
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