By Lyndsay Malchuk
Big-cap miners are changing their playbook. With legacy Tier 1 assets tapped out and pressure mounting from green infrastructure, EV demand, and geopolitical shifts, major producers are turning to small-cap explorers to drive the next cycle of growth.
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This shift isn’t noise—it’s a structural pivot. Strategic stakes from names like Rio Tinto, BHP, and Barrick aren’t about hype; they’re calculated bets on discoveries, districts, and teams that can unlock real, long-term value. A 5% position here, a joint venture there—and suddenly, the whole region wakes up.
Districts like the Golden Triangle, Pilbara, and James Bay are being reactivated not by headlines, but by quiet capital. These aren’t just junior stories anymore. They’re the new starting point.
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