It’s not every day we see a gold bull run quite as spectacular as this.
Everyone knows that gold shines the brightest when the world is uncertain… but this year it’s been on fire.
Despite a short-lived selloff following the US election, gold is still up 32% in the last year.
Source: Goldprice.org (December 9, 2024)1
According to Sprott Asset Management selling pressure is “running out of steam,” with bullish momentum building once again.2
Goldman Sachs sees gold prices reaching $3,150 per ounce by this time next year,3 while Bank of America is calling for $3000 gold for the second half of 2025.4
What’s driving this surge?5
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- Renewed demand from China’s central bank, resuming purchases after a six-month hiatus.6
- Middle East instability driving a flight to safe-haven assets.7
- The prospect of further Fed rate cuts, fueling a weaker dollar and boosting gold’s appeal.8
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But while the metal is soaring, gold mining stocks are still significantly undervalued, offering even greater upside potential.
Chart Source: Mining.com9
“In our opinion, the investment case for gold mining equities is clear and compelling… Gold mining stock valuations are the lowest in 25 years.”
– John Hathaway, CFA Managing Partner, Sprott Inc.10
So, why are gold stocks undervalued and what could ignite the breakout?
High interest rates triggered a gold sell-off, with Western investors unloading 30 million ounces over the past four years.11
Meanwhile, Chinese investors rotated into gold, pushing the metal’s price higher but leaving gold stocks undervalued.
Chart Source: Mining.com12
Now, the landscape is shifting. Falling rates, political uncertainty, and economic fears are drawing Western investors back to gold, driving prices higher. And gold stocks, still lagging behind, present a unique opportunity.
The last time gold mining stocks were this undervalued was in 2015, when profit margins were at a slim 12%.
Today, profit margins are nearing 40%,13 setting the stage for a massive breakout.
After all, gold stocks have historically demonstrated greater gains than physical gold during bull markets.14
That could mean significant gains for savvy investors who get in early, especially in hotspots like Canada’s Red Lake district.
That brings us to West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF), a junior miner poised for near-term gold production in one of the richest gold belts in the world.
Riding the Golden Runway Towards a Targeted Restart in 2025
West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) is moving toward gold production with a targeted restart in 2025 at its Madsen Gold Mine in Canada’s Red Lake Gold District.
That puts them on a short and desirable list since very few gold companies are starting an initial mine or significantly increasing their production over the next 12 months.
It also means West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) – as a developer for now – is trading at a substantial discount to producers.
Source: West Red Lake Gold Mines15
West Red Lake Gold Mines’ (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) 1.65-million-ounce Madsen Mine sits on a nearly 80 km2 (31 sq mile) land package with highly prospective exploration targets, in a world class gold district, and contains what Mining.com has called one of the world’s highest-grade, undeveloped gold projects.16
The mine is fully permitted, has historic production of 2.5 million ounces of gold,17 and represents a significant high-grade resource of 1.65 million ounces (Moz) of gold (Au) at 7.4 g/t in 6.9 million tonnes (Indicated) and 366 Koz at 6.3 g/t Au (Inferred).18
But the real story is how close this project is to production – and how few investors realize it.
A pivotal moment is fast approaching for the Madsen Mine as West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) prepares to release its Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) in January 2025.
This study will bring immense clarity to the restart plan by solidifying the roadmap, refining the mine plan, and confirming just how close West Red Lake Gold Mines is to delivering on its production target.
The path forward is clear and a C$68 million financing package was recently announced to fully fund the project into production,19 underscoring the confidence in Madsen’s future.
The team has carefully calculated what is needed to transition the mine into a near-term production story, demonstrating both foresight and strategic planning.
And West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) is wasting no time.
Drilling, underground development, and test mining are all underway, building toward the company’s ambitious H2 2025 production target.
When the PFS confirms Madsen’s short trajectory to being a producer, this project will officially move into the “near-term production” category, ready to deliver gold and significant returns.
With heavyweight backers like legendary industry financier Frank Giustra, who owns a 9.4% stake,20 and a leadership team of industry pros from billion-dollar gold producers, West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) is quickly transforming Madsen into a producing gold mine.
The company’s CEO, Shane Williams, was COO of Skeena Resources when it advanced the past producing Eskay Creek Gold project toward a restart. Before that Williams was VP of Operations at Eldorado Gold, where he led builds of mines in Quebec, Turkey, and Greece. One of their Directors, Anthony Makuch, was CEO of Kirkland Lake Gold when it increased annual gold production by over 340% from 315 Koz to over 1.4 Moz.21
It takes time, expertise, and cash to start up a mine, even one that has lots of infrastructure already in place.
The Madsen Mine is buzzing with activity, and West Red Lake Gold Mines’ (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) steady stream of updates proves it.
Underground drilling is in full swing, as the team sharpens the definition of its high-grade gold deposit ahead of production. Meanwhile, two surface rigs spent H2 2024 hunting for new discoveries, expanding the mine’s potential with every turn of the drill.
Preparations for full-scale operations are ramping up, with crews blasting a 1.2-km tunnel, restarting the mill, and building key infrastructure to support future production.
This isn’t just progress—it’s momentum. Every milestone brings West Red Lake Gold Mines closer to turning its vision of near-term gold production into a reality.
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That Define a High-Potential Gold Stock Opportunity
Why Near-Term Producers are the Biggest Winners
In gold mining, timing is everything.
The Lassonde Curve—a roadmap for how mining projects typically grow in value—shows that the most significant opportunities arise as companies transition from development into production.
It’s during this “golden runway” phase that substantial stock price appreciation happens—sometimes by double or even triple digits—as big money flows in to capitalize on the transition from development to production.
West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) exemplifies this potential. Unlike many projects that spend decades navigating discovery, permitting, and financing, they’re already past those hurdles.
With the Madsen Mine targeting production in 2025, the company is rapidly moving toward becoming a fully financed gold producer.
Not many investors realize just how rare this opportunity is. Less than 1 in 10,000 exploration projects ever becomes a producing mine, making near-term producers like West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) stand out.
Right now, the company’s share price and market cap remains lower than its peers, representing significant upside potential as milestones like the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) and mine restart drive its valuation higher.
Just take a look at other gold miners that have seen significant appreciation as they transition into production:
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- Artemis Gold: Up 225% since June 2023 as it nears production at its Blackwater Mine in British Columbia, Canada.28
- SilverCrest Metals: After putting the Las Chispas Mine in Mexico into production in Nov 2022, SILV shares skyrocketed 89%, resulting in a $1.7 billion buyout in October29
- G Mining Ventures: Up 279% since beginning construction at the Tocantinzinho Gold Project in Brazil.30 The company poured its first gold in July 2024, further boosting investor confidence.
- Perseus Mining: Saw strong stock price appreciation leading up to its first gold pour at the Yaouré Gold Mine in Côte d’Ivoire in December 2020 and continued gains in 2021 and 2022 as it ramped up production.31
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These examples highlight how production milestones can transform undervalued gold stocks into breakout success stories.
Press Releases
- West Red Lake Gold Intercepts 44.17 g/t Au over 1.3m and 20.63 g/t Au over 0.5m at Upper 8 Target – Madsen Property
- West Red Lake Gold Intersects 49.39 g/t Au over 4.48m and 18.46 g/t Au over 11.2m at South Austin – Madsen Mine
- West Red Lake Gold Starts Test Mining and Bulk Sample Program at Madsen Mine
- West Red Lake Gold Intersects 54.19 g/t Au over 4m and 23.73 g/t Au over 3.53m at Austin – Madsen Mine
- West Red Lake Gold Intersects 17.77 g/t Au over 5.5m at McVeigh and 7.35 g/t Au over 12.12m at Austin – Madsen Mine
West Red Lake Gold Mines: Fully Financed and Nearing Production at Madsen Mine
West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) is making significant strides toward restarting gold production at its Madsen Mine, a 1.65-million-ounce project located in a world-class gold district.
With infrastructure already in place—including a brand-new double ramp access, a 1,275-meter (4,183-foot) deep shaft, and a water treatment plant—the company is well on its way to achieving its goal of restarting production in 2025.
West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) is no longer just a dream to put a mine into production—it’s a fully financed near-term gold producer.
The company’s recent C$68 million financing package announcement has the Madsen Mine fully funded through restart and into commercial production.37
West Red Lake Gold’s leadership worked strategically to secure this capital during a period when many junior mining companies struggled to raise funds.
This package not only reflects the confidence of smart institutional investors, including major funds that specialize in low-risk, high-leverage gold plays, but also highlights the strong upside potential of the Madsen Mine.
With this funding in place, West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) expects to complete these key milestones over the next 6 to 12 months, putting the company on an accelerated path towards its target of producing gold in 2025.38
The proceeds will fund critical milestones, including:
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- Completion of the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) in January 2025, which will solidify the mine’s economics.
- Ongoing test mining, providing essential data for grade reconciliation and production planning.
- Key infrastructure projects, such as mill restart and commissioning, and constructing a camp and maintenance facilities. Targeting mine restart in H2 202539
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This financial backing not only de-risks the Madsen Mine restart but also places West Red Lake in an enviable position among junior miners.
By the time the PFS is released in early 2025, West Red Lake Gold Mines will no longer be viewed as an exploration story—it will be a fully funded, near-term producer with the infrastructure, funding, and expertise to deliver results.
That’s on top of current news like West Red Lake Gold Mines’ (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) recently announced significant drill results at its Madsen Mine.
The company intercepted 44.17 g/t Au over 1.3m and 20.63 g/t Au over 0.5m at Upper 8 Target – Madsen Property,40 and previously 49.39 g/t Au over 4.48m and 18.46 g/t Au over 11.2m at South Austin.41
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Frank Giustra’s Success Story Includes Scoring West Red Lake Gold Mine’s Flagship Asset
Billionaire Frank Giustra’s success story is nothing short of legendary, and his latest move—securing West Red Lake Gold Mines‘ flagship asset—could be his next big win.
With a 9.4% stake in West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) Giustra’s involvement speaks volumes about the company’s immense potential.
Giustra’s roots in finance, particularly his leadership at Yorkton Securities, set the stage for his rise as a mining mogul. 42
But his true genius lies in spotting undervalued, overlooked mining assets and turning them into gold—literally and figuratively.
One of his greatest triumphs was Wheaton River Minerals, a junior miner he helped transform into a $2 billion company, eventually acquired by Goldcorp.43
By 2016, Goldcorp had grown to the world’s fourth largest gold company,44 and was later acquired in 2019 by Newmont for ~$10 billion USD.45
And his Midas touch didn’t stop there.
Giustra went on to found Wheaton Precious Metals, now a $27.45 billion giant with interests in 18 operating mines and 26 development projects across four continents.46
Today, as President and CEO of Fiore Group, Giustra continues to wield his unmatched expertise in capital access and creative deal-making.…exactly like he’s done with West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF).
In June 2023, Giustra and his team secured the Madsen Mine—a $1-billion asset—at a jaw-dropping bargain.
West Red Lake Gold Mines nabbed it for just C$6.5 million in cash, shares, and deferred payments.
It’s no wonder Jay Martin is asking, “Could this be the deal of the decade?” in his recent video interview with West Red Lake Gold Mine’s CEO, Shane Williams.
Leadership That’s Done This Before
West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) has the advantage of leadership that’s learned from past successes how to march the company forward to success.
Why West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV: WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) Should Be On Your Radar
The ultimate gold bull run is expected to hit even more highs. That’s a major wind at the back of West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF) as they move their Madsen Mine toward its 2025 restart. The headlines from new gold price records and the company’s milestones should attract a lot of market attention.
If you’re interested in outstanding gold mining opportunities, keep a close eye on West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV:WRLG) (OTCQB:WRLGF). This could be a deal that is worth pursuing.
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