Goldgroup Accelerates Growth Strategy Following Transformational Merger; Company Advances Multi-Asset Drill Programs, Mine Development and Expansion Plans
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Goldgroup (TSXV/NYSE American: GORO) provides a corporate update following its merger with Gold Resource, outlining an accelerated growth and exploration strategy across multiple assets. The company has launched a new website showcasing its enlarged portfolio of producing mines, development projects and exploration properties.
At the 100% owned Don David Mine in Oaxaca, Goldgroup has completed over 23,000 metres of drilling year-to-date, using six underground and one surface rig, focused on resource upgrades and expansion. Drilling is expected to start this quarter at the Margaritas target, where historic work identified high-grade silver epithermal veins.
Three rigs are executing a 24,000-metre diamond drill program at the fully permitted San Francisco project in Sonora as the company evaluates a potential production restart at year-end. At Cerro Prieto, three rigs are advancing resource expansion and confirmatory drilling, while a feasibility study for the Back Forty project in Michigan began in May under SLR Engineering. According to Goldgroup, Don David operations are performing in line with expectations, and recent share trading has been influenced by index rebalancing activity.
Positive
- Don David Mine drilling exceeds 23,000 metres year-to-date
- Six underground and one surface drill rigs active at Don David
- 24,000-metre diamond drilling program underway at San Francisco project
- Three drill rigs deployed at Cerro Prieto for expansion and confirmatory work
- Back Forty feasibility study launched in May 2026 under SLR Engineering
- San Francisco project fully permitted for a rapid restart of mining operations
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- None.
Key Figures
Previous Acquisition Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 02 | Merger approval | Positive | -1.6% | Shareholders approved the proposed merger with Goldgroup Mining. |
| Jun 05 | Merger meeting | Positive | -8.6% | Gold Resource scheduled a shareholder vote on the strategic merger. |
| Jan 26 | Support agreement | Positive | +8.1% | Eric Sprott entered a voting and support agreement for the proposed acquisition. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Acquisition-tagged events produced mixed reactions, with two negative moves and one positive move; the supplied average reaction was -0.7%.
Key Terms
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - July 23, 2026) - Goldgroup Mining Inc. (TSXV: GORO) (NYSE American: GORO) (FSE: 55G) ("Goldgroup" or the "Company") is pleased to provide shareholders with a corporate update following the successful merger with Gold Resource Corporation, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter as the Company executes its strategy to build a leading intermediate precious metals producer.
"Our integration is progressing well, and we are hitting the ground running," said Allen Palmiere, Chief Executive Officer. "With multiple producing operations, an aggressive exploration program, a robust development pipeline and a strong balance sheet, we believe Goldgroup is exceptionally well positioned to create long-term value for our shareholders."
The Company has launched its new corporate website at www.goldgroupmining.com, reflecting the combined organization and its expanded portfolio of producing mines, development projects and exploration assets. Investors can also access the Company's latest corporate presentation through the website.
Aggressive Exploration and Development Programs Driving Future Growth
Goldgroup continues to invest heavily in exploration with the objective of expanding resources, extending mine life and identifying new high-value discoveries across its portfolio.
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The Company currently has six underground drill rigs and one surface drill operating at Don David, reflecting the strategic importance of this asset.
In addition, drilling is expected to commence this quarter at the highly prospective Margaritas target, where historic exploration has identified epithermal veins containing exceptionally high silver grades. The Company believes Margaritas represents an exciting exploration opportunity with the potential to add meaningful high-grade mineralization to the Don David district.
Advancing Multiple Growth Assets
At the formerly producing San Francisco gold project, three drill rigs continue work on a 24,000-metre diamond drilling program designed to refine and confirm the geological model and support future mine planning as the Company evaluates a potential restart of production at the end of the year. The
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Back Forty Feasibility Study Underway
The Company is also advancing the Back Forty Project in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where work on a comprehensive feasibility study commenced in May under the leadership of SLR Engineering.
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Delivering Operational Performance
Operations at the Don David Mine continue to perform well and in line with management's expectations, providing a solid operational foundation for the combined company.
The Company will also continue to work on unlocking the significant additional value at Cerro Prieto, where management sees opportunities to increase production, improve operating efficiencies and enhance cash flow generation.
Positioned for the Next Stage of Growth
With producing assets, a robust pipeline of development projects, an active exploration program, financial resources to execute its business plan and an experienced operating team, Goldgroup believes it is well positioned to execute its long-term strategy.
Management remains focused on creating a premier intermediate precious metals company through disciplined organic growth, resource expansion, operational excellence and value-enhancing acquisition opportunities.
"We are building a company with multiple avenues for growth," added CEO Allen Palmiere. "Our priorities are clear: grow our resource base, optimize our operations, advance our development projects and continue pursuing opportunities that strengthen our portfolio and create sustainable shareholder value."
Recent Market Activity
When an index provider adds or removes a stock during a rebalance (such as Russell's reconstitution), index-tracking passive funds are required to adjust their portfolios accordingly to maintain accurate tracking alignment. This temporary, short-term occurrence accounts for much of the recent market activity in Goldgroup.
About Goldgroup
Goldgroup is a Canadian-based mining Company with four high-growth gold and silver assets. The Company holds a
In addition to the San Francisco gold project, the Company has a
The Company also holds a
Goldgroup is led by a team of highly successful and seasoned individuals with extensive expertise in mine development, corporate finance, and exploration in Mexico.
For further information on Goldgroup, please visit www.goldgroupmining.com.
On behalf of the Board of Directors
Allen Palmiere
CEO
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