U.S. GOLD CORP. ADDED TO GDXJ JUNIOR GOLD MINERS ETF

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U.S. Gold Corp (NASDAQ: USAU) was added to the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) at the close of markets on March 20, 2026 as part of GDXJ's quarterly rebalance.

The company says the inclusion should raise visibility, improve trading liquidity, and broaden investor reach while it continues derisking and developing gold and gold-copper projects in Wyoming, Nevada, and Idaho.

Positive

• GDXJ inclusion effective March 20, 2026
• Increased visibility to institutional and retail investors
• Expected improvement in trading liquidity
• Broadened investor appeal supporting financing efforts

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction – USAU

-6.78%

6 alerts

-6.78% Session close to close

-6.9% Trough in 22 hr 31 min

$260.88M Market Cap

0.2x Rel. Volume

In the Mar 18 session, USAU declined 6.78%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -6.9% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 6 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

The stock moved -6.8% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite constructive i...

Analysis

The stock moved -6.8% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite constructive index inclusion news fits prior instances where optimistic communications were followed by selling, as seen after several 2025 conference announcements. While GDXJ membership may aid visibility and liquidity, market participants also contend with U.S. Gold Corp.’s lack of revenue, ongoing losses, and stated need for additional funding, as highlighted in recent filings. These fundamental considerations could overshadow capital-markets milestones.

Key Figures

GDXJ additions: 27 companies North American additions: 17 companies Current price: $16.52 +2 more

5 metrics

GDXJ additions 27 companies Total additions in this GDXJ quarterly rebalance

North American additions 17 companies Number of North American companies among GDXJ additions

Current price $16.52 Prior to GDXJ inclusion effective date

1-day move -5.11% Price change over last 24 hours before news

52-week range $7.38–$23.75 52-week low and high before this news

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 19 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Feb 19	Conference participation	Positive	+6.9%	Emerging Growth Conference presentation with live Q&A for investors.
Dec 23	Private placement	Positive	+5.3%	Closed $31.2M private placement with institutional investors and warrants.
Dec 01	Conference participation	Positive	-2.3%	Mines & Money London participation showcasing CK Gold Project.
Nov 13	Conference participation	Positive	-4.0%	121 Mining Investment London meetings emphasizing CK Gold Project progress.
Nov 06	Conference participation	Positive	-1.1%	Curzio One Wealth Conference presentation on CK Gold Project.

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

Pattern Detected

Recent positive or promotional news (conferences, financing) has produced mixed reactions, with some events seeing gains but several showing negative next-day performance despite constructive messaging.

Recent Company History

Over the last several months, U.S. Gold Corp. has focused on investor outreach and project advancement. Multiple conference participations in November–December 2025 highlighted the fully permitted, advanced-stage CK Gold Project and its feasibility progression, yet short-term price reactions were often negative. A $31.2 million private placement on Dec 23, 2025 with institutional investors saw a positive move. A February 2026 Emerging Growth Conference appearance also coincided with a gain. Today’s GDXJ inclusion news follows this pattern of capital-markets and visibility milestones.

Key Terms

exchange-traded fund, etf

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exchange-traded fund financial

"The GDXJ is an ETF that tracks an index of small- and mid-cap companies..."

An exchange-traded fund (ETF) is a type of investment fund that holds a collection of assets, such as stocks or bonds, and is traded on stock exchanges like individual stocks. It allows investors to buy and sell a diversified group of investments easily and efficiently, often at a lower cost. ETFs provide a simple way to gain exposure to a broad market or specific sectors without having to buy each asset separately.

etf financial

"The GDXJ is an ETF that tracks an index of small- and mid-cap companies..."

An ETF, or exchange-traded fund, is like a basket of different investments such as stocks or bonds that you can buy or sell easily on the stock market, just like a regular share. It allows people to invest in many companies at once, making it a simple way to grow savings without picking individual stocks.

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CHEYENNE, Wyo., March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Gold Corp. (NASDAQ: USAU) (the "Company" or "U.S. Gold") is pleased to announce that the Company has been included in the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ("GDXJ") exchange-traded fund ("ETF"), effective at the close of markets on March 20, 2026, pursuant to the GDXJ quarterly rebalance.

The GDXJ is an ETF that tracks an index of small- and mid-cap companies primarily involved in gold and silver mining, providing investors indirect exposure to precious metals through junior mining equities.

This quarters rebalance included a total of 27 additions to the GDXJ index, with 17 of those being North American companies.

We believe our inclusion in the GDXJ will enhance U.S. Gold's visibility among institutional and retail investors, improve trading liquidity, and broaden our appeal as we continue to derisk and develop our portfolio of gold and gold-copper assets in Wyoming, Nevada, and Idaho. This is an exciting step forward for the Company and our shareholders.

Luke Norman, Executive Chairman of U.S. Gold Corp., added, "Inclusion in the GDXJ represents another validation of U.S. Gold's strategic positioning and strengthens our access to capital markets. As a U.S. focused junior with advanced, permitted assets in stable jurisdictions, the GDXJ inclusion will continue to attract greater institutional interest, improve share liquidity, and support our ongoing efforts to secure financing for project development. It underscores the growing recognition of high-quality North American juniors in a market increasingly favoring domestic, derisked opportunities."

U.S. Gold Corp. is a U.S.-focused gold exploration and development company advancing high-potential projects in Wyoming, Nevada, and Idaho. The Company is committed to creating value through disciplined project advancement, strategic exploration, and responsible operations in stable jurisdictions.

About U.S. Gold Corp.
U.S. Gold Corp. is a publicly traded, U.S. focused gold and copper exploration and development company. U.S. Gold Corp. has a portfolio of exploration properties. The Company's CK Gold Project is located in Southeast Wyoming and has a Preliminary Feasibility Study technical report, which was completed by Samuel Engineering Inc. The Company's Keystone exploration property is on the Cortez Trend in Nevada. The Company's Challis Gold Project is located in Idaho. For more information about U.S. Gold Corp., please visit https://www.usgoldcorp.com/.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "plans," "expects" or "does not expect," "is expected," "budget," "scheduled," "intends," "anticipates" or "does not anticipate," "proposed," "aims," "forecast," "estimates," "believes," "continues" and "intend," among others, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions events or results "may," "could," "would," "might," or "will be taken," "occur" or "be achieved", although not all forward-looking statements include these words or phrases. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, intentions, projections, guidance, potential or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include statements related to our belief that our inclusion in the GDXJ will enhance U.S. Gold's visibility among institutional and retail investors, improve trading liquidity, and broaden our appeal as we continue to derisk and develop our portfolio of gold and gold-copper assets in Wyoming, Nevada, and Idaho, GDXJ inclusion will continue to attract greater institutional interest, improve share liquidity, and support our ongoing efforts to secure financing for project development. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts nor assurances of future performance but instead represent management's expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events or circumstances. Forward-looking statements are based on our opinions, estimates and assumptions that we considered appropriate and reasonable as of the date such information is stated, subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to those risks described in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and Current Reports on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which can be reviewed at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no duty to correct or update any forward-looking statements, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

For additional information, please contact:
U.S. Gold Corp.
Investor Relations
+1 800 557 4550
ir@usgoldcorp.com
www.usgoldcorp.com

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FAQ

What does USAU inclusion in GDXJ on March 20, 2026 mean for shareholders?

Shareholders may see improved liquidity and visibility following the GDXJ inclusion on March 20, 2026. According to U.S. Gold, the ETF listing should attract more institutional and retail interest and support the company’s efforts to secure project financing and broaden its investor base.

Why was U.S. Gold Corp (USAU) added to the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ)?

USAU met GDXJ's criteria during the quarterly rebalance that targets small- and mid-cap gold and silver miners. According to U.S. Gold, the company’s positioning as a U.S.-focused junior with advanced, permitted assets supported its inclusion in the index.

How might USAU's trading liquidity change after joining GDXJ?

Joining GDXJ typically increases secondary-market demand and trading volume for added constituents. According to U.S. Gold, inclusion is expected to improve share liquidity by exposing USAU to ETF-driven buying from institutional and retail investors tracking GDXJ.

Will USAU inclusion in GDXJ help U.S. Gold secure project financing?

Inclusion can enhance access to capital by raising the company’s profile with institutional investors. According to U.S. Gold, the GDXJ listing should strengthen access to capital markets and support ongoing efforts to secure financing for project development.

Which projects does U.S. Gold highlight as it joins GDXJ (USAU)?

U.S. Gold emphasizes its portfolio of gold and gold-copper assets in Wyoming, Nevada, and Idaho. According to U.S. Gold, the company is focused on derisking and advancing these projects while leveraging the GDXJ inclusion to attract investor interest.