24/7 Market News Snapshot 20 October, 2025 – NioCorp Developments Ltd. Common Stock (NASDAQ:NB)

October 20, 2025

DENVER, Colo., 20 October, 2025 (www.247marketnews.com) – (NASDAQ:NB) are discussed in this article.
NioCorp Developments Ltd. has recently experienced a remarkable surge in trading, with its stock price opening at $8.76 and climbing to $10.08, representing an increase of 24.29%. This notable shift has been fueled by an exceptional trading volume of 13.46 million shares, reflecting a strong investor interest in the company’s future growth. Analysts suggest that NioCorp’s ongoing projects have the potential to maintain this momentum, capturing the attention of the financial markets.

In a parallel advancement, NioBay Metals Inc. has announced significant progress in its metallurgical operations, bolstered by funding from the Mining Exploration Support Program for Critical and Strategic Minerals. This funding aims to enhance the Crevier niobium and tantalum project, a cornerstone of NioBay’s growth strategy. Key developments in this initiative include the pilot-scale demonstration of the niobium-tantalum concentration process, utilizing approximately 10 metric tons of ore. This effort has yielded high-purity concentrate shipments, with niobium contents reaching up to 36% Nb2O5 and recovery rates peaking at 84.6% Nb2O5.

Noteworthy findings indicate a substantial 56% improvement in niobium content compared to previous tests conducted in 2012, showcasing enhanced operational efficiency and product quality. NioBay’s President and CEO, Mr. Jean-Sébastien David, highlighted the significance of these results, emphasizing that the pilot marks a critical milestone in reinforcing the potential of the Crevier Project. Looking ahead, the company is preparing for a subsequent pilot phase, which is expected to process around 145 metric tons of ore.

NioBay is dedicated to sustainable mining practices, ensuring the inclusion of Indigenous communities in its operations while striving to minimize environmental impacts. As both NioCorp and NioBay advance their initiatives, stakeholders can anticipate further updates that underscore their roles in the vital sectors of niobium and tantalum production.

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