Solitario (XPL) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
XPL, CTO, MMS, GFI and UVE have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on Oct. 22, 2025.
Solitario (XPL) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
| Metals & Mining Industry | Materials Sector | Christopher Engle Herald CEO | TSX Exchange | 8342EP107 CUSIP |
| US Country | 4 Employees | - Last Dividend | - Last Split | 6 Sep 2006 IPO Date |
Solitario Zinc Corp. is an exploration stage company that focuses primarily on the acquisition and exploration of zinc and other base metal properties across North and South America. The company's portfolio includes significant interests in various zinc, lead, and silver properties, showcasing its strategic approach towards mining exploration in regions with rich mineral deposits. Originally founded in 1984 as Solitario Exploration & Royalty Corp., the company underwent a rebranding to Solitario Zinc Corp. in July 2017, emphasizing its core focus on zinc exploration. Headquartered in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Solitario Zinc Corp. leverages its decades of experience in the sector to pursue valuable mining opportunities and developments.
Located in Northwest Alaska, the Lik property is a zinc-lead-silver project where Solitario holds a 50% operating interest. This site highlights Solitario's strong focus on zinc and its by-products, representing one of the company's key exploration projects in North America.
With a 39% interest, Solitario is significantly invested in the Florida Canyon zinc project situated in northern Peru. This project underscores the company's strategic interest in expanding its zinc exploration and development operations within South America, tapping into Peru's vast mineral resources.
Solitario has an 85% interest in the Chambara exploration project, also located in Peru. This project further consolidates the company's presence in the Peruvian mining sector, focusing on exploring zinc and potentially other base metals within the region.
The Golden Crest project, situated in western South Dakota, Lawrence County, represents another facet of Solitario's diversified exploration portfolio. While the specific base metals being explored are not detailed, Solitario's involvement signifies its continued commitment to exploring and developing valuable mineral properties in the United States.