Santacruz Silver begins Nasdaq trading as SCZM
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. announced that its common shares will begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “SCZM” at market open on January 21, 2026.
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Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. announced that its common shares will begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “SCZM” at market open on January 21, 2026. The shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange as “SCZ” and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange as “1SZ”, while quotation on the OTCQX Best Market will cease once Nasdaq trading starts.
The company describes the Nasdaq listing as a key milestone in its growth strategy, aimed at improving liquidity, attracting a broader institutional investor base, and increasing visibility in global markets. Shareholders do not need to take any action, though those who bought on OTCQX are encouraged to check that their brokerage accounts properly reflect the new Nasdaq listing.
Santacruz will mark the occasion by participating in the Nasdaq Opening Bell Ceremony on January 21, 2026. The company operates silver-focused mining and exploration assets in Bolivia and Mexico, including the Bolivar, Porco, Caballo Blanco and Zimapán mines, along with additional exploration and ore sourcing projects.
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Nasdaq listing increases Santacruz’s access to U.S. investors and liquidity.
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. is moving its U.S. trading venue from OTCQX to the Nasdaq Capital Market, with shares beginning to trade under the symbol “SCZM” on January 21, 2026. The shares will remain listed on the TSX Venture Exchange and Frankfurt Stock Exchange, maintaining multi-market access for investors.
Management frames the Nasdaq listing as part of a broader capital markets strategy to “de-risk the business” and support growth objectives in 2026. A Nasdaq listing typically requires higher reporting and governance standards and can make the stock more accessible to U.S. institutions that do not invest in OTC securities.
The company highlights potential benefits such as increased liquidity, a more diverse institutional investor base, and stronger visibility in key global markets. Actual trading volumes and ownership changes will depend on market reception after the first day of trading and subsequent disclosures about operations and performance.
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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 January 2026
Commission File No.: 001-43051
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
480 – 1140 West Pender Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada V6E 4G1
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F: Form 20-F ☐ Form 40-F ☒
EXHIBIT INDEX
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| 99.1 | Press Release dated January 21, 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.
| Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. | ||
| Date: January 21, 2026 | By: | /s/ Andres Bedregal |
| Name: | Andres Bedregal | |
| Title: | Chief Financial Officer | |
Exhibit 99.1
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News Release
January 21, 2026 |
Santacruz Silver to Commence Trading on NASDAQ at Market Open Today
Vancouver, B.C. – Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (NASDAQ:SCZM) (TSX.V:SCZ) (FSE:1SZ) (“Santacruz” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its common shares will commence trading today on the Nasdaq Capital Market (the “Nasdaq”) at market open, January 21, 2026, under the symbol “SCZM”. The Company’s common shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol “SCZ” and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol “1SZ”.
Arturo Préstamo, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Santacruz, commented, “Today marks Santacruz’s first day of trading on the Nasdaq, a significant milestone on our growth journey. Securing this listing reflects the successful execution of the Company’s capital markets strategy and our progress in de-risking the business. Entering the Nasdaq positions Santacruz to increase liquidity, attract a more diverse institutional investor base, and enhance visibility in key global markets. Most importantly, it demonstrates our ongoing commitment to creating long-term value for our shareholders as we continue to advance our operational and growth objectives in 2026.”
Upon commencement of trading on the Nasdaq, Santacruz’s common shares will cease to be quoted on the OTCQX® Best Market. Shareholders are not required to take any action; however, shareholders who purchased shares on OTCQX are encouraged to monitor their brokerage accounts to ensure holdings are correctly reflected in respect of the Nasdaq listing.
The Company will participate today, January 21, 2026, in the Nasdaq Opening Bell Ceremony (the “Ceremony”) at 9:15 a.m. Eastern Time. Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Arturo Préstamo, will lead the Ceremony alongside other members of the Company’s Board of Directors and management team. The Ceremony will be broadcasted live from the Nasdaq MarketSite Tower in New York, NY. To view the live broadcast, please visit: https://www.nasdaq.com/marketsite/bell-ringing-ceremony.
About Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Santacruz Silver is engaged in the operation, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties across Latin America. In Bolivia, the Company operates the Bolivar, Porco, and Caballo Blanco mining complexes, with Caballo Blanco comprising the Tres Amigos and Colquechaquita mines. The Reserva mine, whose production is provided to the San Lucas ore sourcing and trading business, is also located in Bolivia. Additionally, the Company oversees the Soracaya exploration project. In Mexico, Santacruz operates the Zimapán mine.
For further information please contact:
Arturo Préstamo
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Email: info@santacruzsilver.com
Telephone: +52 81 83 785707
Andrés Bedregal
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Email: info@santacruzsilver.com
Telephone: +591 22444849
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) nor the Nasdaq Capital Market LLC accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.
Forward Looking Information
This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of the management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “intends”, “expects” or “anticipates”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “should”, “would” or will “potentially” or “likely” occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as “forward-looking statements”, are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding the listing of the Company’s common shares on Nasdaq, including the timing and the anticipated benefits thereof.
These forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties and actual results might differ materially from results suggested in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things: that the Company’s common shares may not commence trading on the Nasdaq on the expected timing; that the Company may not receive the anticipated benefits of the Nasdaq listing; changes in equity markets; inflation; and those risks set out in the Company’s public disclosure record on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca).
There can be no assurance that any forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, the reader should not place any undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information or statements, other than as required by applicable law.
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