The Approval Process in Action

Source: The Life Sciences Report and Visual Capitalist (5/1/13)

What catalysts in the drug development process move biotech company stocks? The savvy investor must know what steps in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval process can propel a stock up or down. From drug discovery to the much-anticipated PDUFA date, The Life Sciences Report and the Visual Capitalist have collaborated on an infographic that describes both the process and related catalysts.

For news on how catalysts affect specific stocks, read the updated Life Sciences Report Watchlist.

Gold Developer Expands Portfolio With Strategic 15% Acquisition
Source: Streetwise Reports (10/06/2025)

Rio2 Ltd. (RIO:TSX.V; RIOFF:OTCQX; RIO:BVL) Limited has acquired 39.86 million shares of Royal Road Minerals Ltd. (RYR:TSX) for US$4.58 million, becoming a 15% shareholder and insider. The move adds exposure to early-stage gold assets in Colombia, Morocco, and Saudi Arabia as Rio2 advances its Fenix Gold Project in Chile.

Drone Co. Secures Major Order From Partner for Components
Source: Streetwise Reports (10/06/2025)

Unusual Machines Inc. (UMAC:NYSEAMERICAN) announces a US$800,000 order from Red Cat Holdings Inc. (RCAT:NASDAQ), a drone technology company specializing in integrating robotic hardware and software for military, government, and commercial use.

Silver Co.'s High-Grade Gold Discovery Is Open for Expansion
Source: Streetwise Reports (10/06/2025)

Dolly Varden Silver Corp. (DV:TSX.V; DVS:NYSEA; DVQ:FSE) announces a significant gold intercept from a step-out drill hole at the Homestake Silver deposit. Find out why experts think the assays are just the tip of the iceberg for the discovery.

Gold Explorer Acquires High-Grade Nevada Project Amid Market Surge
Source: Streetwise Reports (10/06/2025)

West Point Gold Corp. (WPG:TSXV; WPGCF:OTCQB) has finalized the acquisition of the Baxter Spring Project in Nevada, adding an advanced-stage asset with high-grade historical results. The move comes as gold prices rally and sector financing reaches record highs, positioning the company for expanded exploration across its U.S. portfolio.

New Drone Wall Could Benefit C-UAS Co.
Source: Streetwise Reports (10/06/2025)

DroneShield Ltd.'s (DRO:ASX; DRSHF:OTC) counterdrone products are a technological fit for this proposed European border defense system. This Australian firm's stock is making investors take notice; read on to learn what analyst are saying about this stock.