Did Ora Banda Minings Massive Gold Discovery Send Its Shares Soaring?
Source: Kapitales Research
Highlights:
Ora Banda Mining shares jumped over 18% at the time of writing following a major resource upgrade.
The Round Dam gold resource surged 964% to 1.33 million ounces.
The company’s total mineral resources increased 57% to 3.3 million ounces.
Shares Rally as Gold Resource Expands
Ora Banda Mining Limited (ASX: OBM) saw its share price surge after the company announced a substantial upgrade to its gold resource at the Round Dam deposit. At the time of writing, the stock was trading at $1.38, up $0.215 or 18.45%, as investors reacted positively to the exploration breakthrough.
The rally also came as gold miners broadly gained momentum, supported by bullion prices climbing above US$5,200 per ounce against a weaker US dollar at the time of writing. Rising gold prices have boosted sentiment across the mining sector, particularly for companies reporting strong exploration results.
Ora Banda said drilling at Round Dam significantly expanded the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) to 25.6 million tonnes at 1.6 grams per tonne for 1.33 million ounces of gold. This represents a remarkable 964% increase from the previous estimate of around 125,000 ounces.
Resource Upgrade Strengthens Growth Strategy
The updated resource includes 7.2 million tonnes grading 1.8 g/t for 408,000 ounces in the Indicated category and 18.2 million tonnes grading 1.6 g/t for 922,000 ounces in the Inferred category.
According to the company, the entire Round Dam resource is suitable for open-pit mining and has been calculated using open-pit shells that remain cash-flow positive at A$5,000 per ounce, with a cut-off grade of 0.3 g/t.
The discovery forms part of Ora Banda’s organic growth strategy, which aims to rapidly expand its mineral resource base through extensive exploration. Following the upgrade, the company’s total global mineral resources have increased by 57% to 3.3 million ounces.
Exploration Momentum Continues
Ora Banda has allocated A$73 million for exploration in FY26, targeting roughly 330 kilometres of drilling across its projects. The Round Dam deposit remains open along strike and at depth, suggesting the potential for further resource growth.
Managing Director Luke Creagh said the result highlights the strong performance of the company’s exploration team and reinforces the scale of the Round Dam system.
With continued drilling and development studies underway, the company is also progressing plans for a standalone processing facility at Davyhurst, which could support the long-term development of the project.
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Did Ora Banda Minings Massive Gold Discovery Send Its Shares Soaring?
Highlights:
Shares Rally as Gold Resource Expands
Ora Banda Mining Limited (ASX: OBM) saw its share price surge after the company announced a substantial upgrade to its gold resource at the Round Dam deposit. At the time of writing, the stock was trading at $1.38, up $0.215 or 18.45%, as investors reacted positively to the exploration breakthrough.
The rally also came as gold miners broadly gained momentum, supported by bullion prices climbing above US$5,200 per ounce against a weaker US dollar at the time of writing. Rising gold prices have boosted sentiment across the mining sector, particularly for companies reporting strong exploration results.
Ora Banda said drilling at Round Dam significantly expanded the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) to 25.6 million tonnes at 1.6 grams per tonne for 1.33 million ounces of gold. This represents a remarkable 964% increase from the previous estimate of around 125,000 ounces.
Resource Upgrade Strengthens Growth Strategy
The updated resource includes 7.2 million tonnes grading 1.8 g/t for 408,000 ounces in the Indicated category and 18.2 million tonnes grading 1.6 g/t for 922,000 ounces in the Inferred category.
According to the company, the entire Round Dam resource is suitable for open-pit mining and has been calculated using open-pit shells that remain cash-flow positive at A$5,000 per ounce, with a cut-off grade of 0.3 g/t.
The discovery forms part of Ora Banda’s organic growth strategy, which aims to rapidly expand its mineral resource base through extensive exploration. Following the upgrade, the company’s total global mineral resources have increased by 57% to 3.3 million ounces.
Exploration Momentum Continues
Ora Banda has allocated A$73 million for exploration in FY26, targeting roughly 330 kilometres of drilling across its projects. The Round Dam deposit remains open along strike and at depth, suggesting the potential for further resource growth.
Managing Director Luke Creagh said the result highlights the strong performance of the company’s exploration team and reinforces the scale of the Round Dam system.
With continued drilling and development studies underway, the company is also progressing plans for a standalone processing facility at Davyhurst, which could support the long-term development of the project.
Disclaimer for Kapitales Research
The materials provided by Kapitales Research, including articles, news, data, reports, opinions, images, charts, and videos ("Content"), aare intended for personal, non-commercial use only. The primary goal of this Content is to educate and inform readers. This Content is not meant to offer financial advice, nor does it include any recommendation or opinion that should be relied upon for making financial decisions. Certain Content on this platform may be sponsored or unsponsored, but it does not serve as a solicitation or endorsement to buy, sell, or hold any securities, nor does it encourage any specific investment activities. Kapitales Research is not authorized to provide investment advice, and we strongly advise users to seek guidance from a qualified financial professional, such as a financial advisor or stockbroker, before making any investment choices. Kapitales Research disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the Content, which is provided without any warranties. The opinions expressed by contributors or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Kapitales Research. Media such as images or music used on this platform are either owned by Kapitales Research, sourced through paid subscriptions, or believed to be in the public domain. We have made reasonable efforts to credit sources where appropriate. Kapitales Research does not claim ownership of any third-party media unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Customer Notice:
Nextgen Global Services Pty Ltd trading as Kapitales Research (ABN 89 652 632 561) is a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR No. 1293674) of Enva Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 424494). The information contained in this website is general information only. Any advice is general advice only. No consideration has been given or will be given to the individual investment objectives, financial situation or needs of any particular person. The decision to invest or trade and the method selected is a personal decision and involves an inherent level of risk, and you must undertake your own investigations and obtain your own advice regarding the suitability of this product for your circumstances. Please be aware that all trading activity is subject to both profit & loss and may not be suitable for you. The past performance of this product is not and should not be taken as an indication of future performance.
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