OTC Markets Group Welcomes Headwater Gold Inc. to OTCQX

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OTC Markets Group announced that Headwater Gold Inc. (CSE: HWE; OTCQX: HWAUF) has qualified to trade on the OTCQX Best Market, upgrading from the OTCQB. The company begins trading on OTCQX under the symbol HWAUF on February 17, 2026.

U.S. investors can access current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on otcmarkets.com. OTCQX qualification reflects meeting higher financial, governance and securities-compliance standards and is positioned to increase U.S. visibility and potential liquidity, per company commentary.

Positive

• Upgraded to OTCQX from OTCQB on Feb 17, 2026
• Trading begins under symbol HWAUF with Real-Time Level 2 quotes available
• OTCQX qualification signals compliance with higher financial and governance standards

Negative

• OTCQX status requires ongoing higher compliance and disclosure obligations
• Upgrade alone does not guarantee immediate shareholder-base expansion or liquidity

NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Headwater Gold Inc. (CSE: HWE; OTCQX: HWAUF), a technically-driven mineral exploration company, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Headwater Gold Inc. upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

Headwater Gold Inc. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “HWAUF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

Caleb Stroup, Headwater Gold Inc.’s President and CEO, states: “Our upgrade to the OTCQX underscores the progress we’ve made in building a disciplined, growth-focused company. This upgrade will allow the Company to broaden our shareholder base in the USA, as well as promote greater liquidity as we continue aggressive exploration on our large portfolio of gold properties in the Western USA”.

About Headwater Gold Inc.
Headwater Gold Inc. is a technically-driven mineral exploration company focused on exploring for high-grade precious metal deposits in the Western USA. Headwater is aggressively exploring one of the most well-endowed and mining-friendly jurisdictions in the world with a goal of making world-class precious metal discoveries. Headwater has a large portfolio of epithermal vein exploration projects, and a technical team composed of experienced geologists with diverse capital markets, junior company, and major mining company experience.

About OTC Markets Group Inc.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our public markets: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited™ Market. Our OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, and MOON ATS™ are each SEC regulated ATS, operated by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA and SEC registered broker-dealer, member SIPC. To learn more about how we create better informed and more efficient markets, visit www.otcmarkets.com.

Media Contact:
OTC Markets Group Inc., +1 (212) 896-4428, media@otcmarkets.com

FAQ

What does Headwater Gold (OTCM: HWAUF) joining OTCQX mean for investors?

Headwater Gold now trades on OTCQX under HWAUF, improving U.S. visibility. According to Headwater Gold, the upgrade enables broader U.S. shareholder access and promotes greater liquidity while providing Real-Time Level 2 quotes.

When did Headwater Gold (HWAUF) start trading on OTCQX?

Headwater Gold began trading on OTCQX on February 17, 2026. According to Headwater Gold, the company upgraded from the OTCQB and starts trading under the symbol HWAUF that day.

How can U.S. investors view Headwater Gold (HWAUF) financials and quotes?

U.S. investors can find financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on otcmarkets.com. According to Headwater Gold, current financial disclosure and live quotes are available on the OTC Markets website.

Why did Headwater Gold (HWAUF) qualify for OTCQX and what does it require?

OTCQX qualification requires meeting higher financial standards, governance, and securities-compliance requirements. According to Headwater Gold, qualifying reflects the company meeting those investor-focused standards.

Will the OTCQX upgrade increase liquidity for Headwater Gold (HWAUF)?

The company expects broader U.S. shareholder access and greater liquidity potential from the upgrade. According to Headwater Gold, the move is intended to promote liquidity as exploration continues on its gold properties.