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Apollo Silver Announces $2.5 Million Upsize to Previously Announced Financing to Allow for Insider Participation

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo Silver Corp. (“Apollo Silver” or the “Company”) (TSX.V:APGO, OTCQB:APGOF, Frankfurt:6ZF) is pleased to announce that it has upsized its previously announced non-brokered private placement by an additional $2,500,000, to be subscribed for primarily by insiders of the Company, for total aggregate gross proceeds of up to $27,500,000, through the issuance of up to 5,500,000 units (the “Units”) at a price of $5.00 per Unit (the “Upsized Offering”).

As previously announced, Mr. Eric Sprott and a fund managed by Jupiter Asset Management (the “Jupiter Fund”), Apollo Silver’s two largest shareholders, are participating in the Upsized Offering, and will each subscribe for 2,500,000 Units of the Company, for combined gross proceeds of $25,000,000. Following completion of the Upsized Offering, the Jupiter Fund will own approximately 12% of Apollo Silver’s issued and outstanding common shares, while Eric Sprott will own approximately 9.5%, on an undiluted basis. On a partially diluted basis, each investor’s ownership interest will increase accordingly.

Each Unit issued pursuant to the Upsized Offering will consist of one common share (a “Share”) in the capital of the Company and one common Share purchase warrant (a “Warrant”). Each Warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one Share at an exercise price of $7.00 for 24 months from the closing date of the Upsized Offering.

All securities issued in connection with the Upsized Offering will be subject to a four-month hold period from the date of closing. Finder’s fees may be payable on some or all of the funds raised, in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV”). The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Upsized Offering to fund exploration and development activities across the Company’s projects, as well as for general working capital and corporate purposes.

Closing of the Upsized Offering is subject to regulatory approval, including that of the TSXV.

The Upsized Offering is expected to include participation by certain insiders of the Company for an aggregate amount of up to $2,500,000. Such participation constitutes a “related party transaction” under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI 61-101”). The issuance of securities to insiders will be exempt from the valuation requirement pursuant to section 5.5(b) of MI 61-101, as the Company’s shares are not listed on a specified market, and from the minority shareholder approval requirement pursuant to section 5.7(a) of MI 61-101, as the fair market value of the securities issued to related parties will not exceed twenty-five percent of the Company’s market capitalization.

The Shares have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any U.S. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States without registration under the U.S. Securities Act and all applicable state securities laws or compliance with the requirements of an applicable exemption therefrom. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in the United States, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

About Apollo Silver Corp.

Apollo Silver is advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver projects in the US. The Calico project hosts a large, bulk minable silver deposit with significant barite credits – a critical mineral essential to the US energy and medical sectors. The Company also holds an option on the Cinco de Mayo Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is host to a major carbonate replacement (CRD) deposit that is both high-grade and large tonnage. Led by an experienced and award-winning management team, Apollo Silver is well positioned to advance the assets and deliver value through exploration and development.

Please visit www.apollosilver.com for further information.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ross McElroy
President and CEO

For further information, please contact:

Email: info@apollosilver.com

Telephone: +1 (604) 428-6128

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

Cautionary Statement Regarding “Forward-Looking” Information

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. All statements included in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements with respect to the expected timing for completion of the Upsized Offering, and the intended use of proceeds from the Upsized Offering. Forward-looking statements include predictions, projections and forecasts and are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “potential”, “target”, “budget” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions and includes the negatives thereof.

Forward-looking statements are based on the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis, and opinions of the management of the Company made in light of its experience and its perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors that management of the Company believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances at the date that such statements are made. Forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions that have been made by the Company as at the date of such information and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may have caused actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to: risks associated with mineral exploration and development; metal and mineral prices; availability of capital; accuracy of the Company’s projections and estimates; realization of mineral resource estimates, interest and exchange rates; competition; stock price fluctuations; availability of drilling equipment and access; actual results of current exploration activities; government regulation; political or economic developments; environmental risks; insurance risks; capital expenditures; operating or technical difficulties in connection with development activities; personnel relations; and changes in Project parameters as plans continue to be refined. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the price of silver, gold and barite; the demand for silver, gold and barite; the ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the timely receipt of any required approvals; the ability to obtain qualified personnel, equipment and services in a timely and cost-efficient manner; the ability to operate in a safe, efficient and effective matter; and the regulatory framework regarding environmental matters, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking information contained herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained herein is presented for the purpose of assisting investors in understanding the Company’s expected financial and operational performance and the Company’s plans and objectives and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Platinum Soars to Record Above $2,300 on Tight Global Supplies

(Bloomberg) — Platinum soared to an all-time high, trading above $2,300 an ounce for the first time on tight supplies and historically elevated borrowing costs.

The metal rose for a 10th straight session — its longest winning streak since 2017 — and has advanced more than 150% this year, the biggest annual gain since Bloomberg began compiling data in 1987. The recent surge has come as the London market shows signs of tightening, with banks parking metal in the US to insure against the risk of tariffs.

Used in the automotive and jewelry sectors, platinum has been caught up in the wave of investment that poured into precious metals this year. Gold and silver have also risen to records.

More than 600,000 ounces of platinum are sitting in US warehouses — an amount much higher than usual — as traders await the outcome of Washington’s Section 232 probe, which could lead to tariffs or trade restrictions on the metal.

Meanwhile, shipments to China have been robust this year, and demand optimism has been bolstered as contracts recently began trading on the Guangzhou Futures Exchange. Prices in Guangzhou have risen well above other international benchmarks.

Platinum is on course for a third annual deficit this year, due to supply disruptions in major producer South Africa. High borrowing costs have also been an issue for manufacturers that use the metal to produce goods ranging from chemicals to glass to laboratory equipment. Industrial users often choose the less capital-intensive option of leasing, rather than buying the commodity outright.

Platinum rose as much as 3.1% to a record $2,361.23 as of 8:19 a.m. in Singapore. Sister metal palladium gained as much as 2.5%.

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West Point Gold Taps Company Making Gold Assay

Bob Moriarty
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Dec 23, 2025

After one of the biggest surges in price for gold, silver and platinum, the DSI still suggests we are a long way from a major top. As of the December 22 close the DSI for gold was 83, 84 for silver and 88 for platinum. At one point during Monday platinum gained over $100 an ounce. I believe that is the biggest one day move in history. As I write on the morning of December 23rd, gold stopped just short of $4500 an ounce, silver actually touched $70 an ounce a few minutes ago and platinum is just short of $2200 an ounce after jumping up as high as $2210. Given that platinum is up nine days in a row, it would be appropriate for the metal to correct.

This has been a dreadful year for getting assays back from the labs. With hundreds of juniors submitting tens of thousands of samples for assay, the labs simply couldn’t keep up. The tide seems to be turning and several companies are releasing barn burning results into what is normally the most boring period in the year.

West Point Gold (WPG-V) contacted me recently and with the blastoff higher in gold, wanted to advertise. On the 17th of December the company announced barn burning results from their flagship Gold Chain Project in western Arizona.

Hole GC25-84 delivered 24.2 meters of 5.92 g/t gold including 12.2 meters of 10.51g/t gold from 120.4 meters deep. Hole GC25-83 showed 16.8 meters of 8.30 g/t gold including 6.1 meters of 17.61 g/t Au from 158 meters depth. So, hole 84 returned 143 gram/meters while hole 83 reported 139 gram/meters. Anything over 100 gram/meters is a home run especially with gold approaching $4500 an ounce.

West Point announced three holes of an ongoing 15,000-meter drill program at the Northeast Tyro portion of the Gold Chain project. These three holes represent 658 meters of drilling with 3,229 meters completed to date. Assays are pending for an additional 1,594 meters of drilling.

The Tyro vein system measures about 3.4 km with mineralization from surface still open to the northeast, southwest and clearly at depth. Within this portion the Tyro Main Zone has defined about one km of continuous mineralization. WPG has defined a conceptional exploration target of between about 1.4 million ounces up to as high as about 3 million ounces of gold. Management was pleased to report that these assay results surpassed their grade expectations.

In addition to the Gold Chain project, WPG controls the Jefferson Canyon JV with Kinross Gold where Kinross can earn up to 80% of the project. The company also owns the  Baxter Spring and Tip Top gold projects also within the Walker Lane deformation belt.

As of mid-December, West Point showed $7.2 million in working cash after raising about $3 million in warrant exercise. Their exploration program is fully funded into 2026.

Expect ongoing assay results into Q1 and Q2 of 2026. A second drill rig will be introduced in January at Gold Chain as WPG continues drilling and exploration at Tyro Main and NE Tyro. The next major milestone will be a maiden 43-101 for Gold Chain.

West Point Gold has advanced in price from $.85 to $1.18 since the release of their latest assays on the 17th for a 39% move higher in a week. With gold continuing to advance I suspect punters will still find WPG an attractive alternative.

West Point Gold is an advertiser therefore of course I am biased. As always, do your own due diligence.

West Point Gold Corp
WPG-V $1.18 (Dec 22, 2025)
WPGCF-OTCQB 108 million shares 
West Point Gold website

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Bob Moriarty
President: 321gold
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321gold Ltd

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Apollo Silver Announces Correction to Warrant Terms of $25 Million Strategic Investment by Eric Sprott and Jupiter Asset Management

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo Silver Corp. (“Apollo Silver” or the “Company”) (TSX.V:APGO, OTCQB:APGOF, Frankfurt:6ZF0). Further to the Company’s news release disseminated this morning announcing a non-brokered private placement offering of 5,000,000 units (the “Units”) of the Company at a price of $5.00 per Unit, for aggregate gross proceeds of $25,000,000 (the “Offering”), Apollo Silver wishes to clarify that each Unit issued pursuant to the Offering will consist of one common share (a “Share”) in the capital of the Company and one full common Share purchase warrant (a “Warrant”) rather than a one half Warrant as originally announced. Each Warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one Share at an exercise price of $7.00 for 24 months from the closing date of the Offering.

All securities issued in connection with the Offering will be subject to a four-month hold period from the date of closing. Finder’s fees may be payable on some or all of the funds raised, in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV”). The Company intends on using the net proceeds from the Offering to fund exploration and development activities across the Company’s projects, as well as for general working capital and corporate purposes.

Closing of the Offering is subject to regulatory approval including that of the TSXV.

The Shares have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any U.S. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States without registration under the U.S. Securities Act and all applicable state securities laws or compliance with the requirements of an applicable exemption therefrom. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in the United States, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

About Apollo Silver Corp.

Apollo Silver is advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver projects in the US. The Calico project hosts a large, bulk minable silver deposit with significant barite credits – a critical mineral essential to the US energy and medical sectors. The Company also holds an option on the Cinco de Mayo Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is host to a major carbonate replacement (CRD) deposit that is both high-grade and large tonnage. Led by an experienced and award-winning management team, Apollo is well positioned to advance the assets and deliver value through exploration and development.

Please visit www.apollosilver.com for further information.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ross McElroy
President and CEO

For further information, please contact:

Email: info@apollosilver.com

Telephone: +1 (604) 428-6128

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

Cautionary Statement Regarding “Forward-Looking” Information

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. All statements included in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements with respect to the expected timing for completion of the Offering; and the intended use of proceeds from the Offering. Forward-looking statements include predictions, projections and forecasts and are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “potential”, “target”, “budget” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions and includes the negatives thereof.

Forward-looking statements are based on the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis, and opinions of the management of the Company made in light of its experience and its perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors that management of the Company believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances at the date that such statements are made. Forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions that have been made by the Company as at the date of such information and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may have caused actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to: risks associated with mineral exploration and development; metal and mineral prices; availability of capital; accuracy of the Company’s projections and estimates; realization of mineral resource estimates, interest and exchange rates; competition; stock price fluctuations; availability of drilling equipment and access; actual results of current exploration activities; government regulation; political or economic developments; environmental risks; insurance risks; capital expenditures; operating or technical difficulties in connection with development activities; personnel relations; and changes in Project parameters as plans continue to be refined. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the price of silver, gold and barite; the demand for silver, gold and barite; the ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the timely receipt of any required approvals; the ability to obtain qualified personnel, equipment and services in a timely and cost-efficient manner; the ability to operate in a safe, efficient and effective matter; and the regulatory framework regarding environmental matters, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking information contained herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained herein is presented for the purpose of assisting investors in understanding the Company’s expected financial and operational performance and the Company’s plans and objectives and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Apollo Silver Secures 100% Interest in Athena Claims at Langtry

Outstanding Apollo Silver Warrants Expire in July 2026

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo Silver Corp. (“Apollo Silver” or the “Company”) (TSX.V:APGO, OTCQB:APGOF, Frankfurt:6ZF) is pleased to announce that, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Stronghold Silver USA Corp., the Company has completed all payments required under the Option to Purchase Agreement dated December 21, 2020, as amended January 21, 2023 (the “Athena Agreement”), with Athena Minerals Inc. (the “Optionor”). As a result, the Company now owns 100% interest in thirty-six (36) unpatented lode mining claims comprising part of the Langtry Property, which forms part of the Calico Silver Project, in San Bernardino County, California (the “Athena Claims”).

Under the terms of the Athena Agreement, the Company had the right to acquire the Athena Claims for an aggregate purchase price of US$1,000,000, payable on or before December 21, 2025. An initial payment of US$15,000 was paid upon execution of the Athena Agreement in December 2020, followed by annual payments of US$25,000 on each anniversary date. Between 2021 and 2024, the Company made the required annual payments. In accordance with the Athena Agreement, payments made within the twenty-four months preceding option exercise were credited against the purchase price, resulting in a final cash payment of US$950,000 to vest 100% ownership of the Athena Claims.

Pursuant to the Athena Agreement, the Company has granted Athena a 1% net smelter return (“NSR”) royalty on future mineral production from the Athena Claims. The NSR applies only to those claims that do not already carry an existing royalty of 1% or greater, and in all cases the total royalty burden on any claim will not exceed 2%. The acquisition of the Athena Claims consolidates Apollo Silver’s land position at the Calico Silver Project (“Calico Project”) and represents a significant milestone in advancing the Company’s silver and critical minerals strategy in the region (see Figure 1).

About Calico Silver Project

The Calico Project is one of the largest primary undeveloped silver projects in the United States. With silver designated as a U.S. critical mineral and continued strong industrial demand highlighting the importance of secure domestic supply, large scale U.S. silver assets may become increasingly strategic. The Calico Project Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) comprises an Measured and Indicated Resource of 125 Moz Ag in 55 Mt at an average grade of 71 g/t Ag the Measured and Indicated categories and 58 Moz Ag in 25 Mt at a grade of 71 g/t Ag in the Inferred category (see Apollo Silver news releases dated September 4, 2025, and October 16, 2025).

Qualified Person

The scientific and technical data contained in this news release was reviewed and approved by Isabelle Lépine, M.Sc., P.Geo., Apollo’s Director, Mineral Resources. Ms. Lépine is a registered professional geologist in British Columbia and a QP as defined by NI 43-101 and is not independent of the Company.

Figure 1: Athena Claims

Athena Claims
Athena Claims

Outstanding Warrants

As of December 18, 2025, the Company had 34,903,440 outstanding share purchase warrants (the “Warrants”), with five (5) Warrants exercisable into one (1) common share of the Company, in accordance with their terms, at an exercise price of $3.95 per share and expiring July 8, 2026. Investors requiring further information regarding the exercise of their Warrants should contact: (i) if the Warrants are held through a brokerage account or other nominee, such broker or nominee; and (ii) if the Warrants are held directly in registered form, the Warrant agent, Endeavor Trust Corporation, by email at admin@endeavortrust.com and following the instructions set forth in the applicable Warrant certificate. Warrant holders should also consult their financial and tax advisors regarding the financial and tax implications applicable to them prior to exercising Warrants.

About Apollo Silver Corp.

Apollo is advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver projects in the US. The Calico Project hosts a large, bulk minable silver deposit with significant barite and zinc credits – recognized as critical minerals essential to the US energy and medical sectors. The Company also holds an option on the Cinco de Mayo Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is host to a major carbonate replacement (CRD) deposit that is both high-grade and large tonnage. Led by an experienced and award-winning management team, Apollo is well positioned to advance the assets and deliver value through exploration and development.

Please visit www.apollosilver.com for further information.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ross McElroy
President and CEO

For further information, please contact:

Email: info@apollosilver.com
Telephone: +1 (604) 428-6128

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

Cautionary Statement Regarding “Forward-Looking” Information

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. All statements included in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements with respect to the Company’s strategic objectives, the consolidation and advancement of its land position at the Langtry Property, and the exploration and development potential at the Calico Project. Forward-looking statements include predictions, projections and forecasts and are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “potential”, “target”, “budget” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions and includes the negatives thereof.

Forward-looking statements are based on the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis, and opinions of the management of the Company made in light of its experience and its perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors that management of the Company believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances at the date that such statements are made. Forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions that have been made by the Company as at the date of such information and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may have caused actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to: risks associated with mineral exploration and development; metal and mineral prices; availability of capital; accuracy of the Company’s projections and estimates; realization of mineral resource estimates, interest and exchange rates; competition; stock price fluctuations; availability of drilling equipment and access; actual results of current exploration activities; government regulation; political or economic developments; environmental risks; insurance risks; capital expenditures; operating or technical difficulties in connection with development activities; personnel relations; and changes in Project parameters as plans continue to be refined. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the price of silver, gold and barite; the demand for silver, gold and barite; the ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the timely receipt of any required approvals; the ability to obtain qualified personnel, equipment and services in a timely and cost-efficient manner; the ability to operate in a safe, efficient and effective matter; and the regulatory framework regarding environmental matters, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking information contained herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained herein is presented for the purpose of assisting investors in understanding the Company’s expected financial and operational performance and the Company’s plans and objectives and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

An infographic accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ddd1cb0a-9601-41f1-a726-5d5f0f3aad08

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Apollo Silver Advances Community Discussions at Cinco de Mayo

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo Silver Corp. (“Apollo” or the “Company”) (TSX.V:APGO, OTCQB:APGOF, Frankfurt:6ZF) is pleased to provide an update on ongoing community engagement activities at its Cinco de Mayo Project (“Cinco de Mayo” or the “Project”) in Chihuahua, Mexico.

Over several months, the Company held productive discussions with elected representatives of the Ejido Benito Juárez (the “Ejido”), Municipio de Buenaventura, and other leaders and community groups in the region. The objective of these discussions was to regain public support for mineral exploration and mine development at Cinco de Mayo, and more specifically, to rescind the property access ban imposed by the Ejido in November 2012 and to establish a long-term access agreement. This agreement is anticipated to provide important economic and community benefits to the Ejido, including annual payments, environmental value, and preferential employment and service opportunities, in exchange for unrestricted access for the Company to explore, develop and potentially mine the resources at Cinco de Mayo.

As part of Apollo’s efforts to introduce a plan of responsible development in cooperation and partnership with the local communities, informational materials are being distributed to members of the Ejido, outlining a plan of long-term collaboration and shared benefits associated with continued exploration and future operations at the Project. This phase of community engagement is expected to continue early into the new year, whereupon the Company remains hopeful for, and looks forward to, a general assembly of the Ejido in early 2026 to vote on rescinding the property access ban and approving a long-term access agreement.

Overview of Key Topics Presented to the Ejido

Long-Term Benefit Framework

The draft framework under discussion includes the following high-level concepts:

  • A 30-year structure of benefits to the Ejido in return for access to the Project during the exploration, development and mining phases over that time period.
  • Predictable annual payments made directly to the community to support priorities identified by the Ejido and its members, such payments amounting to approximately US$50 million over the life of the agreement.
  • An option to extend the term of the agreement for an additional period of time.

Employment, Training, and Local Procurement

The materials emphasize the Company’s commitment to maximizing local participation:

  • Hiring of Ejidatarios (registered members of the Ejido community), their descendants, and community members, based on skills and aptitude.
  • Preference for local suppliers of food, fuel, transportation, materials, and lodging.

These initiatives are intended to help build sustainable economic opportunities for the region.

Environmental Protection and Water Stewardship

Environmental responsibility remains central to all Project planning. Commitments communicated to the Ejido include:

  • Detailed hydrogeological studies to ensure exploration and potential future mining activities have no effect on community wells or natural springs.
  • Continuous monitoring of water quality and environmental indicators.
  • Strict adherence to all federal regulations, including requirements set by SEMARNAT, CONAGUA, and PROFEPA.
  • Implementation of reforestation programs, responsible materials management, and full reclamation of land at the end of the Project’s life cycle.

These commitments apply at every stage of work, from exploration through to eventual operations and closure.

“With a renewed interest in responsible mineral exploration and mine development being promoted at all levels of Mexican government, there is no better time to bring a strong plan of shared economic benefit to the communities around Cinco de Mayo,” stated Ross McElroy, President and CEO. “As one of North America’s better CRD deposits, with a well established history, Cinco de Mayo holds great opportunity for all.”

About Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is an approximate 25,000 hectare property located in the north central part of Chihuahua State, Mexico, approximately 190 kilometres northwest of the state capital of Chihuahua City in the Municipio de Buenaventura. The Project is prospective for and hosts carbonate replacement type deposits including the Upper Manto Pb-Zn-Ag (Au) deposit, which consists of two parallel and overlapping manto deposits referred to as the Jose Manto and the Bridge Zone. An independent technical report and Mineral Resource estimate (“MRE”) on the Upper Manto deposit was prepared in 2012 by Rosco Postle and Associates (“RPA”). At a NSR cut-off of US$100/t, Inferred MRE was estimated to total 12.45 million tonnes at 132 grams per tonne silver, 2.86 per cent lead and 6.47 per cent zinc and 0.24 gram per tonne gold (See Apollo’s news release dated March 7, 2025). The total contained metals in the historical resource were 52.7 million ounces of silver, 785 million pounds of lead, 1,777 million pounds of zinc and 96,000 ounces of gold. See cautionary statement below.

A potential new discovery, called the Pegaso Zone was not included in the 2012 Historical MRE. Apollo’s technical team considers this intersection as a high priority target that has potential to be a significant new discovery. The Company’s initial review of historical data suggests that the Pegaso Zone could indicate a larger and higher-grade resource at depth.

Qualified Person

The scientific and technical data contained in this news release was reviewed and approved by Isabelle Lépine, M.Sc., P.Geo., Apollo’s Director, Mineral Resources. Ms. Lépine is a registered professional geologist in British Columbia and a QP as defined by NI 43-101 and is not an independent of the Company

About Apollo Silver Corp.

Apollo is advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver projects in the US. The Calico project hosts a large, bulk minable silver deposit with significant barite and zinc credits – recognized as critical minerals essential to the US energy and medical sectors. The Company also holds an option on the Cinco de Mayo Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is host to a major carbonate replacement (CRD) deposit that is both high-grade and large tonnage. Led by an experienced and award-winning management team, Apollo is well positioned to advance the assets and deliver value through exploration and development.

Please visit www.apollosilver.com for further information.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ross McElroy
President and CEO

For further information, please contact:

Email: info@apollosilver.com

Telephone: +1 (604) 428-6128

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

Cautionary Statement Regarding Historical Mineral Resource Estimates

This 2012 historical MRE referenced above is considered historical in nature and the reader is cautioned not to treat this estimate as current Mineral Resources, nor should they be relied upon. They are included here as an indication of the mineralization of the Project. A qualified person has not done sufficient work to classify the historical estimate as a current mineral resource and the Company is not treating the historical estimate as a current mineral resource.

Cautionary Statement Regarding “Forward-Looking” Information

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. All statements included in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements with respect to the rescission of the 2012 access ban; the negotiation terms, value and potential execution of an access agreement with the Ejido; the timing, nature, and results of exploration and development activities at Cinco de Mayo; the exploration potential of the Project, including the potential discovery and significance of the Pegaso Zone; interpretations of historical data; the potential size, grade, continuity, and extent of mineralization, including at depth; potential future mining operations; the expected economic and social benefits to the Ejido and surrounding communities; and the Company’s future plans, strategies, and objectives. Forward-looking statements include predictions, projections and forecasts and are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “potential”, “target”, “budget” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions and includes the negatives thereof.

Forward-looking statements are based on the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis, and opinions of the management of the Company made in light of its experience and its perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors that management of the Company believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances at the date that such statements are made. Forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions that have been made by the Company as at the date of such information and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may have caused actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to: risks associated with mineral exploration and development; metal and mineral prices; availability of capital; accuracy of the Company’s projections and estimates; realization of mineral resource estimates, interest and exchange rates; competition; stock price fluctuations; availability of drilling equipment and access; actual results of current exploration activities; government regulation; political or economic developments; environmental risks; insurance risks; capital expenditures; operating or technical difficulties in connection with development activities; personnel relations; and changes in Project parameters as plans continue to be refined. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the price of silver, gold and barite; the demand for silver, gold and barite; the ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the timely receipt of any required approvals; the ability to obtain qualified personnel, equipment and services in a timely and cost-efficient manner; the ability to operate in a safe, efficient and effective matter; and the regulatory framework regarding environmental matters, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking information contained herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained herein is presented for the purpose of assisting investors in understanding the Company’s expected financial and operational performance and the Company’s plans and objectives and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Apollo Silver Announces 2026 Exploration and Development Program for its U.S. based Calico Project

Advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver assets in the U.S. in a rising silver and critical minerals market.

Vancouver, British Columbia, December 11, 2025 – Apollo Silver Corp. (“Apollo Silver” or the “Company”) (TSX.V:APGO; OTCQB:APGOF; Frankfurt:6ZF) is pleased to announce details of its 2026 Exploration and Project Development Program (the “2026 Program”) at the Company’s Calico Silver Project (“Calico” or the “Project”) located in San Bernardino County, California. The 2026 Program is designed to advance both the exploration potential and project development initiatives at Calico at a time when the silver market sentiment is strengthening and the metal’s recent designation as a U.S. critical mineral is drawing renewed attention to secure domestic supply. As one of the largest undeveloped primary silver assets in the U.S., Calico is well positioned within this evolving landscape.

The 2026 Program advances prospective exploration and project development at Calico in support of longer-term planning for processing, mine design, and permitting. Project development activities will focus on metallurgical studies, geotechnical work, and the initiation of development-stage permitting, and will include a drilling program designed to provide material for geotechnical analysis and metallurgical testing. Planned exploration activities include exploration drilling, property-scale mapping and sampling, and both airborne and ground geophysical surveys.

Highlights of the 2026 Program:

  • Project Development Activities
  • 4,500 meter (“m”) HQ large diameter core drill program commencing in Q1 2026 to address current on-going metallurgical studies and geotechnical analysis to support future mine design work.
  • A metallurgical test work program focused on evaluating processing options and investigating opportunities to improve upon historic silver recoveries.
  • Early-stage permitting activities, including the initiation of long term, on-going baseline environmental monitoring, ensuring that the regulatory phase progress aligns with technical advancements.
  • Exploration Activities
  • 1,000 m NQ diameter exploration drilling program at the Waterloo Property (“Waterloo”) to test the Burcham gold potential with the goal of expanding the gold resource.
  • Ground and airborne geophysical surveys including gravity, Induced Polarization (“IP”), and magnetics to image and characterize subsurface controls of mineralization as well as lithological, structural and alteration features at both a deposit and property scale, to assist in defining and prioritizing future drill targets.
  • Expanded geological mapping across Waterloo and Mule Property (“Mule”) to advance surficial geological interpretations and promote target generation.

“Our 2026 Program positions Apollo Silver to advance Calico at an opportune moment,” said Ross McElroy, President and CEO of Apollo Silver. “Silver’s addition to the U.S. critical minerals list and the current strength in precious-metal markets highlight the importance of responsibly developing domestic supply. Calico hosts one of the largest undeveloped primary silver deposits in the United States. The exploration program will allow us to evaluate the blue-sky potential of the Project, while the planned metallurgical, geotechnical, and geophysical work will further strengthen our technical understanding and support the next stages of its advancement.”

2026 Project Development Program

The 2026 project development program at Waterloo includes a 4,500 m HQ diameter core drill program aimed at obtaining sufficient material and data for on-going geotechnical and metallurgical analysis, and the initiation of development level permitting activities. The permitting activities will begin in 2026 and will form the foundational start of a long-term permitting process, which is designed to keep the regulatory progress aligned with technical advancement.

Core Drilling – Waterloo (Geotechnical & Metallurgical)

A 4,500 m HQ diameter core drilling program is scheduled to begin in mid-Q1 and continue through Q2 2026. Drill core will be used for:

  • Geotechnical data collection for analysis to support engineering and mine design; and
  • Metallurgical test work to better characterize the silver recovery and evaluate opportunities for recovery enhancement.

Metallurgical Studies

Metallurgical test work will continue throughout 2026 and will focus on:

  • Evaluating ore characteristics and processing options; and
  • Assessing opportunities to improve silver recoveries above historical levels identified, presently estimated at ~65%.

Underground Volume Survey

Calico is host to numerous historic small-scale, high-grade vein hosted mining operations that were active from ~1880 to 1894, some in close proximity to the Waterloo and Langtry deposits.  A LiDAR survey of historical underground drifts and tunnels at Waterloo is planned for Q4 2026 to enhance the knowledge of precise location and scale of historic workings with respect to the current day deposits. This information should provide important data to assist with improved resource classification, as well as provide critical information for future mine development.

2026 Exploration Program

The 2026 exploration program at Calico includes core drilling, geological mapping, ground gravity and IP surveys, and airborne magnetics geophysical surveys, all designed to map geological features and interpret controls of mineralization at both a deposit and property scale across the Waterloo and Mule properties. Results will be used to assist in generating future drill targets.

Exploration Drilling

The Company plans to complete 1,000 m of NQ diameter core drilling to test the Burcham gold target located on the east side of Waterloo, in the area of the historical Burcham Mine. The work is scheduled for Q1–Q2 2026 and is designed to evaluate the potential for expansion of the existing gold resource.

Geological Mapping

Geological mapping will continue throughout 2026, and work will include:

  • Updating surficial geological interpretations at both Waterloo and Mule;
  • Follow-up ground assessment of anomalies identified from the 2022 IP geophysical survey on Waterloo; and
  • Ongoing support for exploration targeting and drill planning.

Geophysics

A multi-method geophysical program is planned for Q1, Q2 and Q4 2026. Surveys will include both airborne and ground surveys which will assist to resolve the subsurface interpretations and potentially help define and prioritize targets for future drilling. Activities will include:

  • Ground Gravity and Subsurface Historical Mine Workings surveys at Waterloo;
  • IP and airborne magnetic surveys at Waterloo and Mule; and
  • Integration and interpretation of new and historic geophysical datasets (Gravity, IP, Magnetics).

Laboratory Analysis

Petrographic studies and soil/rock assays will run through Q1 to Q3 2026 which will support geological mapping and aid in drill target refinement.

Qualified Person

The scientific and technical data contained in this news release was reviewed and approved by Isabelle Lépine, M.Sc., P.Geo., Apollo Silver’s Director, Mineral Resources. Ms. Lépine is a registered professional geologist in British Columbia and a QP as defined by NI 43-101 and is not independent of the Company.

About Apollo Silver Corp.

Apollo Silver is advancing one of the largest undeveloped primary silver projects in the US. The Calico project hosts a large, bulk minable silver deposit with significant barite and zinc credits – recognized as critical minerals essential to the US energy and medical sectors. The Company also holds an option on the Cinco de Mayo Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is host to a major carbonate replacement (CRD) deposit that is both high-grade and large tonnage. Led by an experienced and award-winning management team, Apollo is well positioned to advance the assets and deliver value through exploration and development.

Please visit www.apollosilver.com for further information.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ross McElroy

President and CEO

For further information, please contact:

Email: info@apollosilver.com

Telephone: +1 (604) 428-6128

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

Cautionary Statement Regarding “Forward-Looking” Information

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. All statements included in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements regarding the scope, timing, and expected results of the 2026 exploration and project development program; planned drilling, mapping, sampling, geophysical surveys, metallurgical test work, geotechnical studies, and permitting activities; potential improvements to silver recoveries; the potential to expand the gold resource at Waterloo; and the anticipated benefits of the planned work programs. Forward-looking statements include predictions, projections and forecasts and are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “potential”, “target”, “budget” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions and includes the negatives thereof.

Forward-looking statements are based on the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis, and opinions of the management of the Company made in light of its experience and its perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors that management of the Company believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances at the date that such statements are made. Forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions that have been made by the Company as at the date of such information and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may have caused actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to: risks associated with mineral exploration and development; metal and mineral prices; availability of capital; accuracy of the Company’s projections and estimates; realization of mineral resource estimates, interest and exchange rates; competition; stock price fluctuations; availability of drilling equipment and access; actual results of current exploration activities; government regulation; political or economic developments; environmental risks; insurance risks; capital expenditures; operating or technical difficulties in connection with development activities; personnel relations; and changes in Project parameters as plans continue to be refined. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the price of silver, gold and barite; the demand for silver, gold and barite; the ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the timely receipt of any required approvals; the ability to obtain qualified personnel, equipment and services in a timely and cost-efficient manner; the ability to operate in a safe, efficient and effective matter; and the regulatory framework regarding environmental matters, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking information contained herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained herein is presented for the purpose of assisting investors in understanding the Company’s expected financial and operational performance and the Company’s plans and objectives and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Central Banks Now Hold More Gold Than U.S. Treasuries

Central Banks Now Hold More Gold Than U.S. Treasuries

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Key Takeaways

  • For the first time since 1996, foreign central banks’ gold reserves have overtaken their U.S. Treasury holdings.
  • Persistent gold buying and rising U.S. debt risks are reshaping reserve composition toward hard assets.

Central banks have crossed a symbolic line: their combined gold reserves now exceed their U.S. Treasury holdings for the first time in nearly three decades.

The crossover underscores a gradual diversification away from dollar-denominated securities and toward hard assets.

This visualization tracks how these shares have evolved from the 1970s to today. The data comes from Crescat Capital macro strategist Tavi Costa.

From Petrodollars to De-Dollarization

After the end of Bretton Woods, soaring real interest rates and the rise of the petrodollar steered reserve managers toward U.S. Treasuries through the 1980s and 1990s.

In the 2000s, the dollar’s depth and liquidity reinforced that preference. Since 2022, however, heavy official gold buying has picked up again — 1,136 tonnes in 2022, a record — with 2023 and 2024 maintaining historically strong accumulation. The trend is even more striking considering that nearly one-fifth of all the gold ever mined is now held by central banks.

DateForeign Central Banks’ Gold Holdings As a % International ReservesForeign Central Banks’ U.S. Treasuries Holdings As a % International Reserves
1/30/197048%13%
1/29/197143%23%
1/31/197236%32%
1/31/197339%31%
1/31/197450%17%
1/31/197550%15%
1/30/197644%18%
1/31/197741%20%
1/31/197841%23%
1/31/197944%18%
6/30/202524%23%

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As political uncertainty and geopolitical risks continue to fuel safe-haven demand, this purchasing momentum has also lifted prices: gold surpassed $4,000 an ounce for the first time ever in October 2025.

Why “More Gold than Treasuries” Matters

Crossing above Treasuries signals that reserve managers are prioritizing durability, portability, and neutrality over yield.

According to the IMF, gold’s share of global reserves climbed to about 18% in 2024, up sharply from mid-2010s levels, reflecting a structural reweighting toward tangible assets.

Seen as an alternative to heavily indebted fiat currencies, especially the U.S. dollar, the share of gold in central bank reserves has increased most among emerging market economies. China, Russia, and Türkiye have been the largest official buyers over the past decade.

Source: https://elements.visualcapitalist.com/central-banks-now-hold-more-gold-than-u-s-treasuries/?mc_cid=e7a479d329&mc_eid=5c5bffba2f