Galway Metals Ltd. (GWM:TSXV; GAYMF:OTCQB) has released new drill results from its 100%-owned Clarence Stream gold project in New Brunswick, including what the company reports as the thickest mineralized interval to date at the site. Drill hole CL-232 intersected 1.1 grams per tonne (g/t) gold over 88.0 meters, including 10.0 g/t over 1.0 meter and 7.5 g/t over 2.0 meters. This intercept lies within the open pit shell of the Southwest Deposit, between 185.0 and 273.0 meters depth. Additional assay results are pending for the rest of the hole, which extends to 400.0 meters and includes a zone of visible gold at 331.4 meters.
A second hole, CL-230, also returned several notable gold intervals near surface, including 4.3 g/t over 5.0 meters, with sub-intervals of 14.8 g/t over 1.0 meter and 20.9 g/t over 1.0 meter. These results support Galway's ongoing effort to test continuity within the existing resource shells and expand known mineralized zones.
Clarence Stream currently hosts a 2022 mineral resource estimate of 12.4 million tonnes at 2.3 g/t gold for 922,000 ounces (Indicated) and 16.0 million tonnes at 2.6 g/t for 1.334 million ounces (Inferred). The Southwest Deposit alone contains over half of the total ounces in the resource. According to the company, mineralization is associated with intrusion-related, structurally controlled quartz-vein systems hosted in both metasedimentary and intrusive rocks. These gold-bearing systems are typically accompanied by minerals such as pyrite, stibnite, and base metal sulphides.
President and CEO Rob Hinchcliffe stated in the press release, "Intersecting the thickest gold interval to date at Clarence Stream highlights the scale and continuity we are starting to unlock across the project," adding that the company's drilling program aims to expand the resource footprint and upgrade resource categories.
The Clarence Stream project is located along a 65-kilometer prospective corridor in southern New Brunswick, where Galway holds a 64,590-hectare land position. The project benefits from paved road access, proximity to rail and ports, and local infrastructure including electrical grid power and an international airport within 110 kilometers. Galway has also received up to US$50,000 in support from the New Brunswick Junior Mining Assistance Program for its 2025 exploration drilling activities.
All drilling and sampling are conducted under a rigorous QA/QC program with assays performed at ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories. Qualified Person Jesse Fisher, P.Geo., has reviewed and approved the technical content of the release in compliance with National Instrument 43-101 standards.
Gold Sector Attracts Record Inflows as Prices Hit New Highs
The gold sector experienced record capital inflows in the third quarter of 2025, supported by rising prices and intensifying global uncertainty. By late October, gold briefly touched a new all-time high, extending the rally that began earlier in the year. Bloomberg reported on September 30 that gold prices climbed more than 10% during September alone. Analysts cited a mix of fiscal and geopolitical pressures, including the threat of a U.S. government shutdown, as factors reinforcing gold's traditional appeal as a defensive asset.
That same day, Goldman Sachs Research released an outlook highlighting ongoing central bank buying and expectations for a looser monetary stance from the U.S. Federal Reserve as key drivers of gold's recent strength. Analyst Lina Thomas noted survey findings showing that 95% of central banks expected global gold reserves to grow over the next 12 months, with emerging markets accounting for most of that demand.
While sentiment across the sector remained positive, some technical observers urged restraint. In his September 30 note, Stewart Thomson pointed out that gold had reached a key resistance level of US$3,800 per troy ounce. He cautioned that short-term pullbacks were possible amid fiscal strain and geopolitical tension but added that prices above US$3,000 continued to support producers. Thomson advised conservative investors to limit profit-taking to around 30% of their holdings.
Investor confidence was also evident in capital markets. On October 1, Rocks Daily reported that gold mining companies raised a record amount through equity offerings during the quarter. Proceeds from share issuances reached the highest level ever recorded for the sector, underscoring strong investor appetite for gold exposure despite market volatility.
According to Stockhead on October 7, gold extended its gains into early October as the XGD index rose 1% in morning trade on the ASX following bullion's surge to a new all-time high of US$3,922 per ounce. The move came as markets faced ongoing uncertainty surrounding the U.S. government shutdown. Analysts described the rally as a continued flight to safety rather than speculative exuberance, noting that gold remains one of the few assets investors turn to when volatility persists.
Analyst Commentary Highlights Dual-Asset Strength at Galway Metals
*In an August 6 report, John Newell of John Newell & Associates reiterated a "Speculative Buy" rating on Galway Metals Inc., emphasizing the company's two flagship assets and district-scale exploration potential in Eastern Canada. Newell described Galway as an advanced-stage gold and antimony explorer with defined resources totaling approximately 2.25 million ounces of gold at its Clarence Stream project in New Brunswick and a past-producing polymetallic volcanogenic massive sulphide (VMS) deposit at Estrades in Quebec.
The analyst outlined several financial strengths, noting that Galway carried no debt, reported a cash balance exceeding CA$5 million, and maintained a market capitalization of about CA$47 million. He added that management, insiders, and institutional investors collectively held around 20% of outstanding shares. "With two 100%-owned flagship projects, no debt, and institutional backing," Newell wrote, "Galway's valuation appears disconnected from what's in the ground, and what's still to be discovered."
Newell also highlighted the logistical advantages of Clarence Stream's New Brunswick location, citing its paved road and rail access, proximity to ports, and low-cost electrical grid. He referred to the site as a "gold-antimony dual asset," noting that in addition to its gold resources, the project hosts an estimated 25 million pounds of antimony — an increasingly strategic metal in industrial and defense applications. Calling antimony "perhaps the most overlooked element" of the project, he referenced recent drill results, including an intercept of 26.9 grams per tonne gold over 8.6 meters, and cited Galway CEO Robert Hinchcliffe's assessment that mineralization remains open in all directions.
Regarding leadership, Newell described Hinchcliffe as a "proven builder," noting his prior role in the US$340 million sale of Galway Resources. He also pointed out that Hinchcliffe had personally purchased approximately 2.7 million shares of Galway Metals on the open market over the past two years, signaling management's alignment with shareholders.
On the Estrades project, Newell highlighted its history of high-grade production, including average mined grades of 6.4 g/t gold, 172 g/t silver, and 12.9% zinc, with over 230,000 meters of drilling completed and roughly CA$20 million invested to date. The project is undergoing metallurgical optimization and a scoping study aimed at defining deeper VMS feeder zones.
Newell concluded that Galway Metals offers "undervalued optionality," supported by ongoing exploration at Clarence Stream, expansion of current resources, continued metallurgical work, and an anticipated updated mineral resource estimate expected in early 2026.
Clarence Stream Targeting Resource Expansion Across Multiple Zones
Galway Metals is advancing a multi-pronged drill program at Clarence Stream that targets both shallow and deep extensions across the Southwest, North, and South Deposits. According to the company's latest presentation, three rigs are currently active: two focused on adding high-quality gold ounces at the Southwest Deposit and another pursuing shallow mineralization at the North Zone.
The company's trenching program is ongoing in the Southwest area, and metallurgical testing has begun on Clarence Stream's antimony content, which may offer additional project value. Galway is working toward an updated mineral resource estimate in early 2026 and has indicated that a third drill rig could be mobilized to explore untested targets. With over 12 high-priority drill-ready targets identified and less than 7% of the land package currently covered by the existing resource, the project remains at an early stage of regional exploration.
The Clarence Stream gold project is also situated in a favorable jurisdiction. New Brunswick offers low-cost exploration, a mining-friendly regulatory environment, and direct access to skilled labor and transportation infrastructure. With over 20% insider ownership and support from institutional investors, Galway Metals is continuing its methodical development of a district-scale gold system.
Streetwise Ownership Overview*
Galway Metals Ltd. (GWM:TSXV;GAYMF:OTCQB)
Ownership and Share Structure
According to Refinitiv, 9.47% of Galway Metals is owned by management and insiders. 26.55% is held by Institutions. Of those, Mackenzie Investments owns 3.89%, Schroder Investment Management holds 3.10%, and Konwave AG has 2.96%. The rest is retail.
Galway has 98.1 million free float shares, a market capitalization of CA$51.71 million, and a 52-week range of CA$0.32 to CA$0.81.
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