Idaho Strategic Reports Record Operating and Financial Performance for 2024
Idaho Strategic Resources (IDR) reported exceptional financial results for 2024, with annual revenue increasing 88.66% and net income surging 663.27%. The company ended the year with $16,091,024 in cash and US Treasury Notes investments, marking nine consecutive quarters of GAAP profitability.
At the Golden Chest mine, IDR produced 11,915 ounces of gold, mining 41,140 tonnes of ore from the H-Vein underground with an average grade of 9.67 grams per tonne and 92.8% gold recovery. Notable drilling results included a significant intercept of 50.9 gpt gold over 4.5 meters in the newly discovered Red Star zone.
The company maintained its position as the largest rare earth elements landholder in the United States, engaging in various industry conferences and discussions to advance understanding of Idaho's rare earth mineralogy.
Idaho Strategic Resources (IDR) ha riportato risultati finanziari eccezionali per il 2024, con un aumento del fatturato annuale dell'88,66% e un incremento del reddito netto del 663,27%. L'azienda ha concluso l'anno con $16.091.024 in contante e investimenti in Titoli del Tesoro statunitensi, segnando nove trimestri consecutivi di redditività secondo i principi contabili GAAP.
Presso la miniera Golden Chest, IDR ha prodotto 11.915 once d'oro, estraendo 41.140 tonnellate di minerale dalla vena H sotterranea con un grado medio di 9,67 grammi per tonnellata e un recupero dell'oro del 92,8%. I risultati di perforazione degni di nota hanno incluso un'intercettazione significativa di 50,9 gpt d'oro su 4,5 metri nella recentemente scoperta zona Red Star.
L'azienda ha mantenuto la sua posizione di maggiore detentrice di terre di elementi delle terre rare negli Stati Uniti, partecipando a varie conferenze e discussioni del settore per promuovere la comprensione della mineralogia delle terre rare dell'Idaho.
Idaho Strategic Resources (IDR) reportó resultados financieros excepcionales para 2024, con un aumento del 88,66% en los ingresos anuales y un aumento del 663,27% en los ingresos netos. La empresa terminó el año con $16,091,024 en efectivo e inversiones en Notas del Tesoro de EE. UU., marcando nueve trimestres consecutivos de rentabilidad según los principios contables GAAP.
En la mina Golden Chest, IDR produjo 11,915 onzas de oro, extrayendo 41,140 toneladas de mineral de la veta H subterránea con un grado promedio de 9,67 gramos por tonelada y una recuperación de oro del 92,8%. Los resultados de perforación notables incluyeron una intercepción significativa de 50,9 gpt de oro sobre 4,5 metros en la recién descubierta zona Red Star.
La empresa mantuvo su posición como el mayor propietario de tierras de elementos de tierras raras en los Estados Unidos, participando en diversas conferencias y discusiones de la industria para avanzar en la comprensión de la mineralogía de tierras raras de Idaho.
아이다호 전략 자원 (IDR)은 2024년 비상한 재무 결과를 보고했으며, 연간 수익이 88.66% 증가하고 순이익이 663.27% 급증했습니다. 이 회사는 16,091,024달러의 현금과 미국 재무부 채권 투자로 연도를 마감했으며, GAAP 기준으로 아홉 분기 연속 수익성을 기록했습니다.
골든 체스트 광산에서 IDR은 11,915 온스의 금을 생산했으며, H-베인 지하에서 41,140톤의 광석을 채굴했습니다. 평균 등급은 톤당 9.67그램이며, 금 회수율은 92.8%입니다. 주목할 만한 시추 결과로는 새롭게 발견된 레드 스타 구역에서 4.5미터에 걸쳐 50.9gpt 금의 중요한 인터셉트가 포함되었습니다.
회사는 미국에서 가장 큰 희토류 원소 토지 소유자로서의 입지를 유지하며, 아이다호의 희토류 광물학에 대한 이해를 발전시키기 위해 다양한 산업 회의와 논의에 참여했습니다.
Idaho Strategic Resources (IDR) a rapporté des résultats financiers exceptionnels pour 2024, avec une augmentation de 88,66 % des revenus annuels et une hausse de 663,27 % du revenu net. L'entreprise a terminé l'année avec 16 091 024 $ en espèces et des investissements en bons du Trésor américain, marquant neuf trimestres consécutifs de rentabilité selon les normes GAAP.
À la mine Golden Chest, IDR a produit 11 915 onces d'or, en extrayant 41 140 tonnes de minerai de la veine H souterraine avec une teneur moyenne de 9,67 grammes par tonne et un taux de récupération de l'or de 92,8 %. Les résultats de forage notables comprenaient une interception significative de 50,9 gpt d'or sur 4,5 mètres dans la nouvelle zone Red Star.
L'entreprise a maintenu sa position de plus grand propriétaire de terres d'éléments de terres rares aux États-Unis, participant à diverses conférences et discussions de l'industrie pour faire avancer la compréhension de la minéralogie des terres rares de l'Idaho.
Idaho Strategic Resources (IDR) berichtete über außergewöhnliche finanzielle Ergebnisse für 2024, mit einem Anstieg des Jahresumsatzes um 88,66% und einem Anstieg des Nettogewinns um 663,27%. Das Unternehmen schloss das Jahr mit 16.091.024 USD in bar und Investitionen in US-Staatsanleihen ab und verzeichnete damit neun aufeinanderfolgende Quartale mit GAAP-Rentabilität.
In der Goldenen Chest Mine produzierte IDR 11.915 Unzen Gold, indem es 41.140 Tonnen Erz aus der H-Vein unterirdisch abbaute, mit einem Durchschnittsgehalt von 9,67 Gramm pro Tonne und einer Goldausbeute von 92,8%. Bemerkenswerte Bohrergebnisse umfassten einen signifikanten Einschlag von 50,9 gpt Gold über 4,5 Meter in der neu entdeckten Red Star Zone.
Das Unternehmen behauptete seine Position als größter Grundstückseigentümer von Seltenen Erden in den Vereinigten Staaten und nahm an verschiedenen Branchenkonferenzen und Diskussionen teil, um das Verständnis der Mineralogie seltener Erden in Idaho voranzutreiben.
- Record annual gold production of 11,915 ounces
- Revenue growth of 88.66% year-over-year
- Net income increase of 663.27%
- Strong cash position of $16.09M in cash and Treasury Notes
- High-grade gold mining with 9.67 g/t average grade
- Excellent gold recovery rate of 92.8%
- Discovery of new high-grade Red Star zone (50.9 g/t gold over 4.5m)
- Elimination of most debt
- None.
Insights
Idaho Strategic's record financial performance for 2024 demonstrates exceptional operational execution with
The operational metrics are equally impressive. Production of 11,915 ounces of gold from high-grade ore averaging 9.67 grams per tonne is remarkable in the junior mining sector. The
IDR's dual focus on gold production and rare earth elements (REEs) represents a strategic approach to commodity diversification. While gold operations generate immediate cash flow, their REE land package positions them uniquely in the critical minerals space at a time when security of supply is receiving increased attention. The company appears to be leveraging this unique position through government and industry engagement, evidenced by DOE workshop participation and conference attendance.
Nine consecutive quarters of profitability demonstrates sustainable operations rather than a temporary performance spike. With both production metrics and financial results moving in tandem, IDR shows hallmarks of a well-managed mining operation successfully executing its growth strategy.
IDR's 2024 performance coincides with a favorable gold pricing environment, but the
What's particularly notable is Idaho Strategic's strategic positioning across two distinct commodity spaces. Their established gold production provides immediate cash flow and hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty, while their rare earth elements land package offers exposure to the critical minerals supply chain – an area receiving significant policy and investment attention. This creates an unusual risk profile where traditional precious metals exposure is balanced with strategic minerals upside.
The company's strengthened balance sheet with
The company's exploration results, particularly the high-grade intercepts in new zones, suggest potential for resource expansion beyond current production areas. The combination of nine consecutive profitable quarters and ongoing exploration success indicates a sustainable operational model rather than a temporary performance improvement. This creates a foundation for continued organic growth while their rare earth elements strategy develops in parallel, providing shareholders with near-term cash flow and longer-term strategic optionality.
Annual Revenue Increased
Ended 2024 With Cash and Investments in US Treasury Notes Totaling
Achieved Nine Consecutive Quarters of GAAP Profitability
COEUR D'ALENE, ID / ACCESS Newswire / March 31, 2025 / Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc. (NYSE American:IDR) ("IDR", "Idaho Strategic" or the "Company") today announced its consolidated operating and financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024. IDR achieved record annual gold production and financial performance during 2024. Key highlights include:
Operational Performance: |
| 2024 |
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| 2023 |
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Ore Tonnes Processed |
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| 41,140 |
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| 2.52 | % |
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| 40,130 |
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Average Flotation Feed Grade (gpt) |
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| 9.67 |
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| 44.11 | % |
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| 6.71 |
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Ounces Produced |
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| 11,915 |
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| 44.48 | % |
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| 8,247 |
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All In Sustaining Cost Per Ounce ($USD) |
| $ | 1,478.41 |
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| 15.56 | % |
| $ | 1,279.38 |
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Financial Performance ($USD): |
| 2024 |
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| % Change |
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| 2023 |
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Revenue |
| $ | 25,765,373 |
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| 88.66 | % |
| $ | 13,656,733 |
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Total Cost of Sales |
| $ | 12,814,880 |
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| 32.23 | % |
| $ | 9,691,697 |
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Gross Profit |
| $ | 12,950,493 |
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| 226.62 | % |
| $ | 3,965,036 |
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Net Income Attributable to IDR |
| $ | 8,836,685 |
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| 663.27 | % |
| $ | 1,157,746 |
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Earnings Per Share (EPS) |
| $ | 0.68 |
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| 655.56 | % |
| $ | 0.09 |
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Idaho Strategic's CEO and President, John Swallow stated, "Hats off to our employees and stakeholders. It says a lot about a team that can follow-up the work that went into a pivotal year like 2023 - with a totally transformational year like 2024. To say we hit the ground running in 2024 is an understatement. We had record revenue and profit throughout the year, eliminated most of our debt, added cash (and treasury notes) to our balance sheet, invested considerably in operations and facilities at the Golden Chest, continued near-mine exploratory drilling throughout the year, replaced and added to reserves, and we are embarking on a 2025 that will most likely be the busiest year in company history. Again, congrats to all of our stakeholders for a great 2024 and we are looking forward to a prosperous 2025."
Golden Chest Highlights for 2024 Include:
Produced a total of 11,915 ounces of gold contained in concentrates and doré.
Mining was focused on the high-grade H-Vein at the Golden Chest mine.
Mined 41,140 tonnes of ore from the H-Vein underground at the Golden Chest Mine at an average grade of 9.67 grams per tonne (gpt) gold and completed 215 meters of development on the MAR and 129 meters of drifting for an H-Vein exploration project. Additionally, over 600 meters of stope access ramps were completed during the year.
Processed 41,140 dry metric tonnes at the Company's New Jersey Mill with an average gold head grade of 9.67 gpt and gold recovery of
92.8% .Completed 10,148 meters of core drilling at the Golden Chest to convert Paymaster Resources to Mineral Reserves and also completed exploration drilling primarily in the northern part of the property in the Klondike area which includes the Red Star zone.
A highlight of the core drilling was hole GC24-265 which intercepted 50.9 gpt gold over 4.5 meters in the newly discovered Red Star zone.
Rare Earth Highlights for 2024 include:
Idaho Strategic's CEO and President, John Swallow, was invited by members from the U.S. Department of Energy to speak at the Future Needs for Responsible Mining of Critical Minerals workshop in January 2024.
Attended the Adamas Rare Earth Mines, Magnets and Motors Conference in Toronto, Canada.
Attended the International Rare Earth Elements Conference in Washington DC.
Continued discussions with various laboratories, universities, and partners to advance the understanding of Idaho's rare earth mineralogy and broader mineral endowment.
Mr. Swallow concluded, "Last year I commented that ‘I believe our overall business plan is being validated amongst a broadening array of stakeholders within and outside of the sector' - little did I know how true that statement would prove to be. In my opinion, the potential gravity from this shift is only beginning to be understood. From our experience, this feels like the start of the next era of asset analysis and portfolio allocation as more and more groups seem to be viewing gold (and other commodities) as a component of both domestic and global diversification. In addition, from the discussions we have had, it appears that there are financial models showing overall market weakness and this has some groups looking for more specific exposure in areas (and portfolio structures) not typically looked at. In short, we are seeing more specificity and thoughtfulness than ever before in our incoming inquiries and meeting discussions. We won't know for sure what all of this means until we are looking back on it in hindsight, however we are more constructive on our business plan than ever before."
Qualified person
IDR's Vice President, Grant A. Brackebusch, P.E. is a qualified person as such term is defined under S-K 1300 and has reviewed and approved the technical information and data included in this press release.
About Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc.
Idaho Strategic Resources (IDR) is an Idaho-based gold producer which also owns the largest rare earth elements land package in the United States. The Company's business plan was established in anticipation of today's volatile geopolitical and macroeconomic environment. IDR finds itself in a unique position as the only publicly traded company with growing gold production and significant blue-sky potential for rare earth elements exploration and development in one Company.
For more information on Idaho Strategic Resources, visit https://idahostrategic.com/presentation/, go to www.idahostrategic.com or call:
Travis Swallow, Investor Relations & Corporate Development
Email: tswallow@idahostrategic.com
Phone: (208) 625-9001
Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc. Consolidated Statements of Operations For the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 |
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| 2024 |
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| 2023 |
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Revenue-gold sales |
| $ | 25,765,373 |
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| $ | 13,656,733 |
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Cost of sales: |
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Cost of sales and other direct production costs |
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| 10,861,492 |
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| 8,224,994 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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| 1,953,388 |
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| 1,466,703 |
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Total cost of sales |
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| 12,814,880 |
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| 9,691,697 |
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Gross profit |
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| 12,950,493 |
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| 3,965,036 |
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Other operating expenses: |
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Exploration |
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| 2,920,535 |
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| 1,523,221 |
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(Gain) loss on disposal of equipment |
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| 1,431 |
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| (13,026 | ) |
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Management |
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| 407,715 |
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| 255,579 |
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Professional services |
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| 432,237 |
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| 556,766 |
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General and administrative |
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| 763,040 |
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| 630,126 |
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Total other operating expenses |
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| 4,524,958 |
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| 2,952,666 |
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Income from operations |
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| 8,425,535 |
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| 1,012,370 |
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Other (income) expense: |
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Equity income on investment in Buckskin Gold and Silver, Inc. |
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| (2,667 | ) |
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| (4,517 | ) |
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Loss on investment in equity securities |
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| 453 |
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| 5,451 |
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Timber revenue |
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| (19,406 | ) |
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| (20,724 | ) |
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Interest income |
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| (389,517 | ) |
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| (85,491 | ) |
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Interest expense |
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| 83,295 |
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| 44,202 |
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Total other (income) expense |
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| (327,842 | ) |
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| (61,079 | ) |
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Net income |
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| 8,753,377 |
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| 1,073,449 |
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Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest |
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| (83,308 | ) |
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| (84,297 | ) |
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Net income attributable to Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc. |
| $ | 8,836,685 |
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| $ | 1,157,746 |
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Net income per common share-basic |
| $ | 0.68 |
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| $ | 0.09 |
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Weighted average common shares outstanding-basic |
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| 13,026,487 |
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| 12,254,539 |
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Net income per common share-diluted |
| $ | 0.67 |
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| $ | 0.09 |
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Weighted average common shares outstanding-diluted |
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| 13,197,308 |
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| 12,260,539 |
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Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc. Consolidated Balance Sheets December 31, 2024 and 2023 |
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| 2024 |
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| 2023 |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
| $ | 1,106,901 |
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| $ | 2,286,999 |
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Investment in US treasury notes |
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| 7,775,193 |
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| - |
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Gold sales receivable |
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| 1,578,694 |
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| 1,038,867 |
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Inventories |
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| 899,924 |
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| 876,681 |
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Joint venture receivable |
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| 2,892 |
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| 2,080 |
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Investment in equity security |
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| - |
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| 5,649 |
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Other current assets |
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| 378,469 |
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| 236,837 |
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Total current assets |
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| 11,742,073 |
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| 4,447,113 |
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Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation |
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| 12,904,065 |
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| 10,233,640 |
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Mineral properties, net of accumulated amortization |
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| 10,573,349 |
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| 7,898,878 |
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Investment in Buckskin Gold and Silver, Inc. |
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| 341,436 |
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| 338,769 |
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Investment in joint venture |
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| 435,000 |
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| 435,000 |
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Investment in US treasury notes, non-current |
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| 7,208,930 |
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| - |
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Reclamation bonds |
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| 249,110 |
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| 251,310 |
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Deposits |
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| 567,667 |
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| 285,079 |
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Total assets |
| $ | 44,021,630 |
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| $ | 23,889,789 |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable and accrued expenses |
| $ | 1,006,078 |
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| $ | 484,221 |
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Accrued payroll and related payroll expenses |
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| 564,090 |
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| 266,670 |
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Notes payable, current portion |
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| 709,381 |
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| 978,246 |
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Total current liabilities |
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| 2,279,549 |
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| 1,729,137 |
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Asset retirement obligations |
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| 305,409 |
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| 286,648 |
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Notes payable, long term |
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| 1,023,358 |
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| 1,338,406 |
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Total long term liabilities |
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| 1,328,767 |
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| 1,625,054 |
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Total liabilities |
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| 3,608,316 |
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| 3,354,191 |
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Commitments and Contingencies (Note 5 and 12) |
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| - |
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| - |
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Stockholders' equity: |
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Preferred stock, no par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding |
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| - |
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| - |
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Common stock, no par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized; 13,665,058 and 12,397,615 shares issued and outstanding, respectively |
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| 46,059,318 |
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| 34,963,739 |
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Accumulated deficit |
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| (8,373,953 | ) |
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| (17,210,638 | ) |
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Total Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc. stockholders' equity |
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| 37,685,365 |
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| 17,753,101 |
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Non-controlling interest |
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| 2,727,949 |
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| 2,782,497 |
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Total stockholders' equity |
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| 40,413,314 |
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| 20,535,598 |
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Total liabilities and stockholders' equity |
| $ | 44,021,630 |
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| $ | 23,889,789 |
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Forward Looking Statements
This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended that are intended to be covered by the safe harbor created by such sections. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by forward-looking words such as "intends", "potential", "believe", "plans", "expects", "may", "goal', "assume", "estimate", "anticipate", and "will" or similar words suggesting future outcomes, or other expectations, beliefs, assumptions, intentions, or statements about future events or performance. Forward-looking information includes, but are not limited to, the potential for 2025 to be the busiest and most productive year in history for Idaho Strategic. Forward-looking information is based on the opinions and estimates of Idaho Strategic Resources as of the date such information is provided and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance, or achievements of IDR to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Investors should note that IDR's claim as the largest rare earth elements landholder in the U.S. is based on the Company's internal review of publicly available information regarding the rare earth landholdings of select companies within the U.S., which IDR is aware of. Investors are encouraged not to rely on IDR's claim as the largest rare earth elements landholder in the U.S. while making investment decisions. The forward-looking statement information above, and those following are applicable to both this press release, as well as the links contained within this press release. With respect to the business of Idaho Strategic Resources, these risks and uncertainties include risks relating to widespread epidemics or pandemic outbreaks; interpretations or reinterpretations of geologic information; the accuracy of historic estimates; unfavorable exploration results; inability to obtain permits required for future exploration, development or production; general economic conditions and conditions affecting the industries in which the Company operates; the uncertainty of regulatory requirements and approvals; fluctuating mineral and commodity prices; the ability to obtain necessary future financing on acceptable terms; the ability to operate the Company's projects; and risks associated with the mining industry such as economic factors (including future commodity prices, and energy prices), ground conditions, failure of plant, equipment, processes and transportation services to operate as anticipated, environmental risks, government regulation, actual results of current exploration and production activities, possible variations in ore grade or recovery rates, permitting timelines, capital and construction expenditures, reclamation activities. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, or intended. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such information. Additional information regarding the factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from this forward‐looking information is available in Idaho Strategic Resources filings with the SEC on EDGAR. IDR does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.
SOURCE: Idaho Strategic Resources, Inc.
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