OTC Markets Group Welcomes Tinka Resources Limited to OTCQX

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OTC Markets Group (OTCQX: OTCM) announced that Tinka Resources Limited (TSX-V: TK; OTCQX: TKRFF) has qualified to trade on the OTCQX Best Market effective March 12, 2026. Tinka upgraded from OTCQB to OTCQX and begins trading under the symbol TKRFF today.

The OTCQX qualification signals the company met higher financial, governance and compliance standards and aims to increase visibility, liquidity and access to U.S. investors. U.S. investors can view financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on the OTC Markets website.

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NEW YORK, March 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Tinka Resources Limited (TSX-V: TK; OTCQX: TKRFF), an exploration and development company, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Tinka Resources Limited upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

Tinka Resources Limited begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “TKRFF.” 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 from the OTCQB Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

Executive Chairman of Tinka, Mr. Brandon Macdonald, stated “Tinka's graduation from OTCQB to OTCQX is part of a continued evolution and reflects the quality of our Company and projects. With access to a wider investor audience on OTCQX we anticipate improved visibility and liquidity, and a broader base of both US and global investors."

About Tinka Resources Limited
Tinka is an exploration and development company focused on base and precious metals projects in Peru. The Company's flagship property is the Ayawilca zinc-silver-tin project which has substantial mineral resources of zinc (with silver-lead credits) and tin in separate zones. The nearby Silvia gold-copper project is the current focus of exploration drilling. The Company filed a NI 43-101 technical report on an updated PEA for the Ayawilca Project on April 15, 2024.

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 Tinka Resources moving to OTCQX mean for shareholders of TKRFF?

It often means greater visibility and potential liquidity for existing shareholders. According to the company, the upgrade to OTCQX reflects meeting higher financial and governance standards and may broaden U.S. and global investor access, which could help trading interest and discovery over time.

When did Tinka Resources (TKRFF) begin trading on OTCQX and what is the new ticker?

Tinka Resources began trading on OTCQX on March 12, 2026 under the ticker TKRFF. According to the company, the listing follows an upgrade from the OTCQB Venture Market and starts providing Real-Time Level 2 quotes and current U.S. disclosure.

How can U.S. investors access Tinka Resources (TKRFF) financials and quotes after the OTCQX listing?

U.S. investors can access current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on OTC Markets' website. According to the company, those disclosures are available immediately following qualification to OTCQX, improving transparency for U.S.-based market participants.

Why did Tinka Resources upgrade from OTCQB to OTCQX and what standards are required?

The upgrade reflects meeting higher financial, governance and compliance standards required by OTCQX. According to the company, qualifying for OTCQX requires companies to meet rigorous financial criteria, follow best-practice governance, and show compliance with applicable securities laws.

Will Tinka's OTCQX listing (TKRFF) affect its TSX-V listing (TK)?

The OTCQX listing is a U.S. trading venue and does not replace the TSX-V listing. According to the company, trading on OTCQX complements the TSX-V presence by providing additional U.S. investor access and visibility while the TSX-V ticker TK remains unchanged.