Blue Moon Closes the Purchase of the Apex Germanium and Gallium Mine from Teck

Rhea-AI Summary

Blue Moon (NASDAQ: BMM) closed the acquisition of the Apex Germanium and Gallium mine from Teck on March 16, 2026 and received TSX‑V approval.

The transaction issued Teck 7,031,959 common shares (8.0% undiluted), grants Teck a 0.5% NSR, and has Blue Moon assuming a 3.0% NSR obligation. The Apex consists of 24 patented and 9 unpatented claims. An offtake agreement replaces the prior marketing arrangement; zinc payabilities align with industry benchmarks.

Positive

• Acquisition closed with TSX‑V approval on March 16, 2026
• Teck received 7,031,959 shares representing 8.0% of outstanding common shares
• New offtake agreement secures zinc marketing and life‑of‑mine terms with Teck

Negative

• Blue Moon granted Teck a 0.5% NSR royalty on the Property
• Blue Moon is assuming an existing 3.0% NSR royalty obligation
• Patented claim count reduced to 24 (from previously indicated 26)

News Market Reaction – BMM

+5.07%

+5.07% Session close to close

In the Mar 16 session, BMM gained 5.07%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

The stock moved +5.1% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with pas...

Analysis

The stock moved +5.1% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with past responses to the Apex acquisition, where earlier announcements saw moves of +21.53%. Historical data show financings generated smaller, often negative, reactions, suggesting investors differentiated between dilution and asset expansion. Sustainability would have depended on how quickly Blue Moon advanced the Apex and related critical mineral projects and whether further equity raises followed.

Key Figures

Teck share consideration: 7,031,959 common shares Teck ownership: 8.0% of common shares Patented claims: 24 patented claims +3 more

6 metrics

Teck share consideration 7,031,959 common shares Issued to Teck, representing 8.0% undiluted ownership

Teck ownership 8.0% of common shares Undiluted basis post-transaction

Patented claims 24 patented claims Apex mine property size clarification

Unpatented claims 9 unpatented claims Apex mine property package

Teck NSR royalty 0.5% NSR Net smelter returns royalty granted to Teck on the Property

Assumed NSR royalty 3.0% NSR Existing royalty obligation assumed on Apex Mine claims

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 10 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Mar 10	Equity financing close	Neutral	-4.1%	Closed C$1.3M equity financing to fund Nussir underground development.
Mar 06	Financing & marketing	Neutral	-2.0%	Financing update plus engagement of Outside The Box Capital for marketing.
Mar 03	Follow-on investment	Neutral	-6.6%	Follow-on C$1.2M subscription by mining contractor for Nussir development.
Mar 02	Apex acquisition terms	Positive	+21.5%	Announced detailed terms for acquiring the Apex germanium and gallium mine.
Feb 27	Apex acquisition announced	Positive	+21.5%	Initial agreement to acquire the Apex mine and integrate critical mineral assets.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows strong positive reaction to the initial Apex acquisition announcement (two March 2026 items both at +21.53%), while multiple financing and marketing updates in early March drew modest single‑digit declines. The current closing of the Apex deal arrives after that initial re‑rating, with the stock now below its recent highs but still above the 200‑day moving average.

Recent Company History

In late February and early March 2026, Blue Moon announced the Apex germanium and gallium mine acquisition from Teck, which twice coincided with a strong +21.53% price reaction, highlighting market enthusiasm for the critical minerals strategy. Subsequent financing updates and a marketing engagement between Mar 2–10 funded underground development at the Nussir project but saw small negative moves. Today’s news formalizes closing of the Apex transaction and confirms terms previously outlined.

Key Terms

net smelter returns royalty, nsr royalty, offtake agreement, investor rights agreement, +3 more

7 terms

net smelter returns royalty financial

"As part of the Transaction, Blue Moon is granting a 0.5% net smelter returns royalty..."

A net smelter returns (NSR) royalty is a contractual right to receive a percentage of the revenue generated from mined minerals after the ore has been processed and sold, with common deductions for refining, smelting and transport costs. Think of it like a landlord taking a slice of a tenant’s monthly sales after the tenant pays basic operating bills. Investors care because an NSR affects the future cash flow and valuation of a mining project and shifts some upside and downside risk away from the operator to the royalty holder.

nsr royalty financial

"Blue Moon is assuming a 3.0% NSR royalty obligation on the Apex Mine claims."

A net smelter return (NSR) royalty is a payment to a rights holder equal to a fixed percentage of the money a mine actually receives from selling refined metal, after the costs of turning ore into a saleable product are taken out. Think of it like a toll collected on each shipment after it’s been cleaned and sold. For investors, NSR royalties matter because they create a steady revenue stream with lower operational risk for the royalty holder, while reducing the owner-operator’s share of project cash flow and affecting project valuation.

offtake agreement financial

"replaced by an offtake agreement on the Apex Mine claims, Teck to pay the Company..."

A contract in which a buyer commits to purchase a set portion or percentage of a producer’s future output—such as minerals, energy, agricultural goods, or manufactured products—often over a multi‑year period. It matters to investors because it creates predictable sales and cash flow, reduces the risk of unsold inventory, and can make projects easier to finance; think of it like pre‑selling future harvests or securing long‑term customers before production begins.

investor rights agreement financial

"Blue Moon has entered into an investor rights agreement in favour of Teck..."

A legally binding contract between a company and its investors that spells out investors’ core protections and privileges—such as voting rights, how and when shares can be sold, information access, and steps for resolving disputes. Think of it like a rulebook or homeowner association agreement for ownership: it clarifies who gets a say, how value can be realized, and what protections exist if things go wrong, making investment risks and expectations clearer for shareholders.

information rights financial

"investor rights agreement in favour of Teck, which includes... information rights."

Information rights are contractual entitlements that give certain investors access to a company’s non‑public financial reports, budgets, and operational data. They matter because they let investors monitor performance, spot problems early, and make better decisions—think of receiving regular, detailed bank statements instead of occasional summaries. For investors, stronger information rights reduce surprise risk and improve the ability to hold management accountable or adjust investment strategy.

qualified person regulatory

"reviewed and approved by Mrs. Boi Linh Doig, P.Eng., ... a non-Independent Qualified Person..."

A qualified person is someone with specialized knowledge, experience, and training in a particular field, allowing them to accurately assess and verify information or work. Their expertise helps ensure that reports, evaluations, or decisions are trustworthy and meet required standards. For investors, a qualified person provides confidence that the information they rely on is credible and properly validated.

ni 43-101 regulatory

"a non-Independent Qualified Person, as defined by NI 43-101."

A Canadian regulatory standard that sets the rules for how mining and exploration companies must report mineral resources and reserves, requiring technical reports prepared or signed off by an independent, certified expert. It matters to investors because it creates a consistent, transparent “inspection report” for mining projects, making it easier to compare prospects, judge the reliability of claims, and assess geological and financial risk before investing.

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TORONTO, March 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Blue Moon Metals Inc. ("Blue Moon" or the "Company") (TSXV: MOON) (NASDAQ: BMM) is pleased to announce that we have closed the acquisition of the Apex Mine (the "Property") from Teck American Incorporated, a subsidiary of Teck Resources Limited ("Teck") (the "Transaction"). The Transaction was previously announced on February 27, 2026. Teck has been issued 7,031,959 common shares of Blue Moon representing 8.0% of Blue Moon's issued and outstanding common shares on an undiluted basis. Blue Moon has received TSX-V approval for the Transaction.

In connection with the closing of the Transaction, Blue Moon wishes to highlight the following:

• The Transaction is at arms' length between Teck and the Company and no finders fees are being paid on the Transaction.
• The Apex mine consists of 24 patented claims (rather than 26 indicated in the February 27, 2026 press release), and 9 unpatented claims.
• As part of the Transaction, Blue Moon is granting a 0.5% net smelter returns royalty in favour of Teck on the Property.
• As part of the Transaction, Blue Moon has entered into an investor rights agreement in favour of Teck, which includes, among other things, equity participation rights, top-up rights and information rights.
• As part of the Transaction, Blue Moon is assuming a 3.0% NSR royalty obligation on the Apex Mine claims.
• For the zinc off-take Teck is receiving for the life of mine from the Blue Moon Mine, zinc payabilities and treatment charges are consistent with prevailing industry benchmarks.
• The marketing agreement as disclosed in the February 27, 2026 press release has been replaced by an offtake agreement on the Apex Mine claims, Teck to pay the Company the market value of the products minus a fixed percentage, such market value to be assessed annually.

Qualified Persons

The technical and scientific information of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Mrs. Boi Linh Doig, P.Eng., a Blue Moon Officer, and a non-Independent Qualified Person, as defined by NI 43-101.

About Blue Moon

Blue Moon is advancing 5 brownfield polymetallic projects, including the Nussir copper-gold-silver project in Norway, the NSG copper-zinc-gold-silver project in Norway, the Blue Moon zinc-gold-silver-copper project in the United States, the Springer tungsten-molybdenum project in the United States and the Apex germanium-gallium-copper in the United States. All 5 projects are well located with existing local infrastructure including roads, power and historical infrastructure. Zinc, copper and tungsten are currently on the USGS and EU list of metals critical to the global economy and national security and germanium and gallium are also on the USGS list of critical metals. Major shareholders include funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, Hartree Partners LP, Teck Resources Limited, Wheaton Precious Metals, Altius Minerals Corporation, Baker Steel Resources Trust, LNS and Monial. More information is available on the Company's website (www.bluemoonmetals.com)

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER - FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively "forward-looking information") within the meaning of applicable Canadian and United States securities laws. All statements included herein, other than statements of historical fact, may be forward-looking information and such information involves various risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as "seek", "anticipate", "plan", "continue", "estimate", "expect", "may", "will", "project", "predict", "potential", "targeting", "intend", "could", "might", "should", "believe" and similar expressions.

A number of risks, uncertainties and other factors could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information or could cause the Company's current objectives, strategies and intentions to change. These risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: the inability of Blue Moon to complete and integrate the Transaction risks associated with the integration of Springer Mine and Mill operations; risks associated with mining operations in Nevada; regulatory and permitting risks at the state and federal level including with respect to the development of the Blue Moon Mine; and management's ability to anticipate and manage the factors and risks referred to herein. A comprehensive discussion of other risks that impact Blue Moon can also be found in its public reports and filings which are available at www.sedarplus.ca and on the website of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. 

The forward-looking information is based on certain key expectations and assumptions made by Blue Moon's management. Any forward-looking information contained in this news release represents management's current expectations and are based on information currently available to management and are subject to change after the date of this news release. Accordingly, the Company warns investors to exercise caution when considering statements containing forward-looking information and that it would be unreasonable to rely on such statements as creating legal rights regarding the Company's future results or plans.

The Company cannot guarantee that any forward-looking information will materialize and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on this forward-looking information. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company is under no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by law. All of the forward-looking information in this news release is qualified by the cautionary statements herein.

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SOURCE Blue Moon Metals

FAQ

Did Blue Moon (BMM) complete the Apex mine acquisition and when was it approved?

Yes — Blue Moon completed the Apex acquisition and obtained TSX‑V approval on March 16, 2026. According to the company, the transaction closed with Teck receiving 7,031,959 common shares, representing 8.0% of Blue Moon on an undiluted basis.

How much equity did Teck receive in Blue Moon (BMM) for the Apex transaction?

Teck received 7,031,959 common shares, equal to 8.0% of outstanding shares on an undiluted basis. According to the company, those shares were issued as part of the closing of the Apex mine purchase on March 16, 2026.

What royalty terms did Blue Moon (BMM) grant or assume in the Apex purchase?

Blue Moon granted Teck a 0.5% NSR and is assuming a 3.0% NSR obligation on the Apex claims. According to the company, both royalty terms are part of the Transaction documentation completed at closing.

What changed about offtake and marketing arrangements for Apex under Blue Moon (BMM)?

The prior marketing agreement was replaced by an offtake agreement; Teck will receive market value minus a fixed percentage. According to the company, zinc payabilities and treatment charges for life of mine align with prevailing industry benchmarks.

How many claims make up the Apex property acquired by Blue Moon (BMM)?

The Apex property comprises 24 patented claims and 9 unpatented claims, not 26 patented as earlier indicated. According to the company, the corrected count was disclosed in connection with closing on March 16, 2026.