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 Explorer Starts Massive 7,500-Meter Drill Program in BC's Cariboo District
Source: Streetwise Reports (01/14/2026)

Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd. (GCC:CSE; GCCFF:OTC; A402CQ:WKN; 3TZ:FSE) announces the beginning of field activities for its 2026 exploration program at the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property in British Columbia. Read why one analyst thinks the stock could be trading much higher.

New Gold Zone Secured in Nevada as Drilling Zeroes In on Carlin-Style System
Source: Streetwise Reports (01/14/2026)

Eminent Gold Corporation (EMNT:TSXV; EMGDF:OTCQB; 7AB:FSE) expanded its Hot Springs Range Project with 370 hectares of newly staked claims. The move follows a 9.2-meter intercept grading 3.2 g/t gold and reinforces control over a key structural corridor.

Strategic Investor Michael Gentile Commits CA$3 Million to Silver Royalty Firm
Source: Streetwise Reports (01/14/2026)

Silver Crown Royalties Inc. (SCRI:CBOE; SLCRF:OTCQX; QS0:FSE) secured a CA$3 million investment from Michael Gentile, who also joined as a Strategic Advisor. The investment coincided with elevated silver prices and ongoing commentary around physical market supply conditions.

Mining Co. Unleashes 7,500-Meter Drill Program in British Columbia
Source: Streetwise Reports (01/13/2026)

Golden Cariboo Resources Ltd. (GCC:CSE; GCCFF:OTC; A402CQ:WKN; 3TZ:FSE) has announced the commencement of field activities for its 2026 exploration program at the Quesnelle Gold Quartz Mine Property in British Columbia. Discover why one analyst believes the stock has the potential to trade at significantly higher levels.

Royalty Stake Increased on Mexican Silver Project Following Investment
Source: Streetwise Reports (01/13/2026)

Silver Crown Royalties Inc. (SCRI:CBOE; SLCRF:OTCQX; QS0:FSE) announced it had exercised its option to increase its royalty interest on silver production at the PGDM mining complex in Mexico to 90 percent. The move followed a strategic investment in Pilar Gold Inc., the operator of the project.