Contango Announces Inclusion into the Global Junior Gold Miners Index (GDXJ)

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Contango ORE (NYSE American: CTGO) has announced its inclusion in the Global Junior Gold Miners Index (GDXJ), effective at market close on September 19, 2025. This milestone is expected to increase the company's market visibility as it pursues its strategic goal of becoming a 200,000 gold equivalent ounce producer within the next 5 years.

The inclusion comes as part of GDXJ's quarterly review and rebalancing for the third quarter of 2025, marking a significant achievement in Contango's growth trajectory.

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• Inclusion in GDXJ index will increase visibility and potentially liquidity
• Company targets production of 200,000 gold equivalent ounces within 5 years

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FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Contango ORE, Inc. ("Contango" or the "Company") (NYSE American: CTGO) is pleased to announce its inclusion into the Global Junior Gold Miners Index (the "GDXJ"), pursuant to the GDXJ's quarterly review and rebalancing for the 3^rd quarter, effective at market close on September 19, 2025.

Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse, the Company's President & CEO said "We are very pleased with Contango Ore's inclusion into the GDXJ. This represents another significant milestone for the Company that will bring broader market awareness for Contango as we continue to execute on our plan to become a 200,000 gold equivalent ounce producer over the next 5 years."

For more information on the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ), please visit: https://www.vaneck.com/us/en/investments/junior-gold-miners-etf-gdxj/overview/.

ABOUT CONTANGO

Contango is a NYSE American listed company that engages in exploration for gold and associated minerals in Alaska. Contango holds a 30% interest in the Peak Gold JV, which leases approximately 675,000 acres of land for exploration and development on the Manh Choh project, with the remaining 70% owned by KG Mining (Alaska), Inc., an indirect subsidiary of Kinross Gold Corporation, operator of the Peak Gold JV. The Company and its subsidiaries also have (i) a lease on the Johnson Tract project from the underlying owner, CIRI, (ii) a lease on the Lucky Shot project from the underlying owner, Alaska Hardrock Inc., (iii) 100% ownership of approximately 8,600 acres of peripheral State of Alaska mining claims, and (iv) a 100% interest in approximately 145,000 acres of State of Alaska mining claims that give Contango the exclusive right to explore and develop minerals on these lands. Additional information can be found on our web page at www.contangoore.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding Contango that are intended to be covered by the safe harbor for "forward-looking statements" provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, based on Contango's current expectations and includes statements regarding future results of operations, quality and nature of the asset base, the assumptions upon which estimates are based and other expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions, strategies or statements about future events or performance (often, but not always, using words such as "expects", "projects", "anticipates", "plans", "estimates", "potential", "possible", "probable", or "intends", or stating that certain actions, events or results "may", "will", "should", or "could" be taken, occur or be achieved). Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in the statements. These risks include, but are not limited to: the risks of the exploration and the mining industry (for example, operational risks in exploring for and developing mineral reserves; risks and uncertainties involving geology; the speculative nature of the mining industry; the uncertainty of estimates and projections relating to future production, costs and expenses; the volatility of natural resources prices, including prices of gold and associated minerals; the existence and extent of commercially exploitable minerals in properties acquired by Contango or the Peak Gold JV; ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the Peak Gold JV; potential delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital expenditures; the interpretation of exploration results and the estimation of mineral resources; the loss of key employees or consultants; health, safety and environmental risks and risks related to weather and other natural disasters); uncertainties as to the availability and cost of financing; Contango's inability to retain or maintain its relative ownership interest in the Peak Gold JV; inability to realize expected value from acquisitions; inability of our management team to execute its plans to meet its goals; the extent of disruptions caused by an outbreak of disease, such as the COVID-19 pandemic; and the possibility that government policies may change, political developments may occur or governmental approvals may be delayed or withheld, including as a result of presidential and congressional elections in the U.S. or the inability to obtain mining permits. Additional information on these and other factors which could affect Contango's exploration program or financial results are included in Contango's other reports on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors are cautioned that any forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from the projections in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on the estimates and opinions of management at the time the statements are made. Contango does not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change.

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FAQ

When will Contango ORE (CTGO) be added to the GDXJ index?

Contango ORE will be added to the GDXJ index effective at market close on September 19, 2025, as part of the index's Q3 rebalancing.

What is Contango ORE's (CTGO) production target over the next 5 years?

Contango ORE aims to become a 200,000 gold equivalent ounce producer over the next 5 years.

What is the significance of Contango ORE joining the GDXJ index?

Joining the GDXJ index represents a significant milestone for Contango ORE that will bring broader market awareness and potentially increased trading liquidity for the company.

What exchange is Contango ORE (CTGO) listed on?

Contango ORE (CTGO) is listed on the NYSE American exchange.