Metalla (MTA) outlines 2026 stock option and RSU equity grants

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Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. reported the final terms of its annual equity grant to directors, officers, consultants, and employees. The company granted 475,700 stock options, each allowing the holder to buy one common share at an exercise price of C$9.88 for five years.

The options vest in equal installments over twelve and twenty-four months. Metalla also awarded 197,800 additional restricted share units, bringing total RSUs granted on February 12, 2026 to 445,175. These RSUs vest on the same twelve- and twenty-four-month schedule, aligning compensation with longer-term company performance.

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13A-16 OR 15D-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of: February, 2026

Commission file number:  001-39166

Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)

501- 543 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 1X8
(Address of principal executive offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover:

[ ] Form 20-F [ x ] Form 40-F

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit	Description
99.1	News Release dated February 13, 2026

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Date:  February 13, 2026		/s/ Marjorie Winslow
		Marjorie Winslow
		Corporate Secretary

METALLA ANNOUNCES FINALIZATION OF EQUITY GRANT

(All dollar amounts are in United States dollars unless otherwise indicated)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	TSXV: MTA
February 13, 2026	NYSE AMERICAN: MTA

Vancouver, British Columbia: Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd. ("Metalla" or the "Company") (NYSE American: MTA) (TSXV: MTA) announces the pricing and finalization of its annual equity grant.

ANNUAL GRANT

Further to the Company's press release dated February 11, 2026, the Company has granted an aggregate of 475,700 stock options (the "Options") to certain directors, officers, consultants, and employees of the Company.  The Options will vest in equal installments over twelve and twenty-four months and each vested Option will entitle the holder to acquire one common share of the Company at an exercise price of C$9.88, being the closing price of Metalla on the TSXV on February 12, 2026, for a period of 5 years. The Company also awarded an additional 197,800 restricted share units (the "RSUs") for an aggregate of 445,175 RSUs granted on February 12, 2026, to certain directors, officers, consultants, and employees of the Company. The RSUs will vest in equal installments over twelve and twenty-four months. 

ABOUT METALLA

Metalla provides shareholders with leveraged gold, silver, and copper exposure by acquiring royalties and streams. Our goal is to increase share value by accumulating a diversified portfolio of royalties and streams with attractive returns. Our strong foundation of current and future cash-generating asset base, combined with an experienced team, gives Metalla a path to become one of the leading royalty companies.

For further information, please visit our website at www.metallaroyalty.com.

ON BEHALF OF METALLA ROYALTY & STREAMING LTD.

(signed) "Brett Heath"

Chief Executive Officer

CONTACT INFORMATION

Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd.

Brett Heath, Chief Executive Officer

Phone: 604-696-0741

Email: info@metallaroyalty.com

Kristina Pillon, Investor Relations

Phone: 604-908-1695

Email: kristina@metallaroyalty.com

Website: www.metallaroyalty.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

The securities described herein have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements.

FAQ

What equity awards did Metalla Royalty & Streaming (MTA) grant in February 2026?

Metalla granted 475,700 stock options and a total of 445,175 restricted share units in its annual equity grant. These awards were made to directors, officers, consultants, and employees to align compensation with the company’s long-term performance and share price.

What is the exercise price and term of Metalla’s newly granted stock options?

Each of Metalla’s 475,700 stock options has an exercise price of C$9.88 and a five-year term. The C$9.88 price equals the TSXV closing price of Metalla shares on February 12, 2026, directly tying option value to the market at grant.

How do the Metalla (MTA) stock options and RSUs vest over time?

Both the stock options and restricted share units vest in equal installments over twelve and twenty-four months. This staged vesting schedule encourages ongoing service and long-term alignment between recipients and Metalla’s performance, rather than providing immediate, fully vested compensation.

How many restricted share units did Metalla grant on February 12, 2026?

Metalla awarded an additional 197,800 restricted share units, for a total of 445,175 RSUs granted on February 12, 2026. These units go to directors, officers, consultants, and employees and vest over twelve and twenty-four months, mirroring the option vesting pattern.

Who is eligible to receive Metalla’s 2026 annual equity grants?

The 2026 annual equity grants are allocated to certain directors, officers, consultants, and employees of Metalla. By spreading options and RSUs across key personnel, the company links a broad group’s compensation to equity performance and long-term value creation for shareholders.

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