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Northern Dynasty Minerals

Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd is a mineral exploration company. It has a single operating segment of acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties. Its core asset is the Pebble Project located in Alaska, USA. The Pebble project is seeking to develop a deposit of copper, gold, molybdenum, and silver into a modern mining operation.

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U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling over 1,200 points on Thursday.
Shares of Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LW#NYSE">LW</a>) rose sharply during Thursday's session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued FY25 sales guidance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LW/earnings">above estimates</a>.
Lamb Weston reported quarterly earnings of $1.10 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 87 cents per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.52 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.49 billion.
Lamb Weston shares jumped 10% to $59.52 on Thursday.
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Northern Dynasty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) shares surged 30% on Monday following President Donald Trump's emergency order to boost <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44433704/trump-invokes-an-act-from-the-1950s-to-boost-domestic-mineral-industry" rel="noreferrer noopener">domestic critical minerals</a> production. Investors piled in on speculation that the order could revive the company's flagship Pebble Project.
Trump's <a target="_blank" href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/03/immediate-measures-to-increase-american-mineral-production/" rel="noreferrer noopener">executive order</a>, signed last Thursday, invokes the Defense Production Act to accelerate mineral development, deemed essential for defense, technology, and infrastructure. The order also calls for expediting permitting processes, removing regulatory barriers, and financing domestic mining projects.
The Pebble Project, located 200 miles southwest of Anchorage, is one of the world's largest undeveloped copper-gold deposits, with estimated reserves of 6.4 billion pounds of copper, 7.4 million ounces of gold, 300 million pounds of molybdenum, 37 million ounces of silver, and 200,000 kilograms of rhenium—a critical mineral used in military jet engines.
"The Pebble deposit is spectacular, with significant copper, gold, and silver credits. Every geologist would love to find a deposit like Pebble, but its location in a sensitive area raises concerns. Alaska is renowned for its fisheries, especially its valuable salmon resources in that region, "Gregory Beischer, CEO of Alaska Energy Metals (OTCQB:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AKEMF#OTCQB">AKEMF</a>), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/24/07/40014663/alaska-energy-metals-ceo-nickel-demand-will-increase-23-times-by-2035" rel="noreferrer noopener">told Benzinga last year</a>.
The Biden administration <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36558028/supreme-court-shuts-down-alaskan-pebble-mine-ambitions" rel="noreferrer noopener">halted the project</a> in January 2023, as the Environmental Protection Agency prohibited storing mine waste in the Bristol Bay watershed, citing environmental risks. Northern Dynasty has challenged the ruling, arguing that the veto violates various federal statutes regarding Alaska's statehood rights.
Beischer, a former president of the Alaska Miner's Association, believes that developing the mine while following environmental protection procedures is possible.
"As a mining engineer, I believe a mine could be developed without harming the fishery, but the resistance was strong," he noted. Yet, with Trump's latest order prioritizing mineral development, speculation is growing that the project could see renewed interest from regulators.
Beyond Northern Dynasty, other mining companies with operations in Alaska have benefited from the Trump administration's push for domestic resource development. Graphite One (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPHOF#OTCQX">GPHOF</a>), which is developing a graphite project in Alaska, saw its shares climb 5.5% as it positions itself as a key supplier for the growing battery industry. U.S. GoldMining (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USGO#NASDAQ">USGO</a>), advancing the Whistler gold and copper project, is gaining traction as investors anticipate a more favorable permitting environment.
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U.S. stocks were higher, with the Dow Jones index gaining around 450 points on Monday.
Shares of Intuitive Machines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) rose sharply during Monday's session <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LUNR/earnings">following fourth-quarter results</a>.
Intuitive Machines reported fourth-quarter revenue of $54.66 million, missing analyst estimates of $55.77 million, according to Benzinga Pro. Total revenue was up 79% on a year-over-year basis. The company said it ended the quarter with a record backlog of $328.3 million, up 22% year-over-year.
Intuitive Machines shares jumped 17.2% to $8.29 on Monday.
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<li>Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) shares jumped 23% to $1.0957.</li>
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<li>The AZEK Company Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZEK#NYSE">AZEK</a>) gained 18.3% to $48.96 amid an announcement that James Hardie will acquire the company for $8.75 billion.</li>
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U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 400 points on Friday.
Shares of Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHL#NASDAQ">SCHL</a>) rose sharply during Friday's session following upbeat <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SCHL/earnings">quarterly earnings</a>.
Scholastic reported quarterly losses of 5 cents per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of a loss of 78 cents per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $335.400 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $347.680 million.
Scholastic shares jumped 12.2% to $21.09 on Friday.
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<li>Regencell Bioscience Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGC#NASDAQ">RGC</a>) shares jumped 30% to $58.51.</li>
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<li>Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) shares rose 14% to $0.8021.</li>
<li>Torrid Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CURV#NYSE">CURV</a>) jumped 9% to $6.03 following better-than-expected quarterly results.</li>
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U.S. Sec Of The Interior Doug Burgum Says: Alaska A Huge Priority For Rare Earths, Oil, Gas

The Pebble Mine project in Alaska has entered 2025 with a "renewed sense of optimism. "After being blocked by the Biden administration due to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/environment" rel="noreferrer noopener">environmental concerns</a>, a change of administration has reignited hopes for its advancement.
In a <a target="_blank" href="https://northerndynastyminerals.com/investors/ceo-message/" rel="noreferrer noopener">letter</a> to shareholders, Ron Thiessen, CEO of Northern Dynasty Minerals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#AMEX">NAK</a>), the project's owner, noted the shifting political landscape and legislative progress.
"Knowing how important copper is to our way of life, and that Pebble is host to such a significant deposit of this critical metal, ensures that I remain enthusiastic moving this project forward," Thiessen said, citing the new administration's policies.
The Pebble project, located in southwest Alaska's Bristol Bay watershed, is one of the world's largest undeveloped copper and gold deposits. With an estimated 80.6 billion pounds of copper, 107.4 million ounces of gold, and 5.6 billion pounds of molybdenum, the project represents a $400 billion resource.
Proponents argue it could provide critical minerals essential for clean energy technologies, national security, and economic growth. However, the project has faced fierce opposition due to its potential environmental risks, particularly in the area supporting the world's largest sockeye salmon fishery.
Biden administration blocked the project in 2023, while the U.S. Supreme Court <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36558028/supreme-court-shuts-down-alaskan-pebble-mine-ambitions" rel="noreferrer noopener">rejected the motion</a> against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), despite Governor Mike Dunleavy's (R-Alaska) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37874531/alaska-governor-wants-overhaul-of-mine-permitting-seeks-700b-in-economic-losses" rel="noreferrer noopener">appeal</a> that "the science is there to be able to develop the mine responsibly."
However, the project's fortunes shifted with Donald Trump's re-election. The new administration has prioritized domestic mining and resource development as cornerstones of self-sustainability regarding valuable critical minerals.
Trump has issued multiple executive orders to reverse Biden-era restrictions, such as "<a target="_blank" href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/unleashing-alaskas-extraordinary-resource-potential/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Unleashing Alaska's Extraordinary Resource Potential</a>," which directs federal agencies to review and revise actions hindering the state's resource development.
"Executive orders like this give us and the rest of the mining industry comfort that this is an administration with which our industry can do business for the benefit of all," Thiessen noted.
Furthermore, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8446" rel="noreferrer noopener">Critical Minerals Consistency Act</a> – which recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support – recognizes copper as a critical mineral, helping the recognition of the world's largest undeveloped copper deposit further.
Finally, the Federal District Court of Alaska allowed the Northern Dynasty to add the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to its lawsuit against the EPA. The Northern Dynasty challenged the agency's handling of the permitting process and argued that its veto was unjustified. If the veto is lifted, Northern Dynasty believes the project could move forward based on its Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) findings, which outlines mitigation measures and environmental safeguards.
"Removal of the veto would clear the path for a reconsideration of the 404 application and allow for a fair and impartial decision supported by the comprehensive, transparent, and positive FEIS," Thiessen explained.
Northern Dynasty Minerals stock is up 8,09% year-to-date.
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HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Heiko Ihle reiterates Northern Dynasty Minerals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#AMEX">NAK</a>) with a Buy and maintains $1.3 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Northern Dynasty Minerals, Maintains $1.3 Price Target

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Northern Dynasty Minerals shares are trading higher after HC Wainwright & Co. maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $0.8 to $1.3

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Heiko Ihle maintains Northern Dynasty Minerals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#AMEX">NAK</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $0.8 to $1.3.

HC Wainwright & Co. Maintains Buy on Northern Dynasty Minerals, Raises Price Target to $1.3

Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDM#TSX">NDM</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) ("Northern Dynasty" or the "Company") reports it has received the remaining $10 million royalty payment under the second tranche of the Company's royalty agreement dated July 26, 2022 (the "Royalty Agreement') and the amended Royalty Agreement (the "Amendment") dated November 13, 2023. All currency figures are U.S. dollars.
Under the Amendment, the royalty investor (the "Royalty Holder") received the right to fund the second $12 million tranche in six equal installments of $2 million in exchange for the right to receive approximately 0.33% of the payable gold production and 1% of the payable silver production from the Pebble Project per each additional payment installment made (representing 1/6 of the aggregate royalty under the second tranche). Northern Dynasty received the first $2 million upon execution of the Amendment, as reported in the Company's November 13, 2023 news release.

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Northern Dynasty Reports It Has Received The Remaining $10M Royalty Payment Under The Second Tranche Of The Company's Royalty Agreement Dated July 26, 2022

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Heiko Ihle reiterates Northern Dynasty Minerals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#AMEX">NAK</a>) with a Buy and maintains $0.8 price target.

HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Northern Dynasty Minerals, Maintains $0.8 Price Target

Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDM#TSX">NDM</a>, NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) ("Northern Dynasty" or the "Company") reports thatIliamna Natives Limited ("INL") and Alaska Peninsula Corporation ("APC"), two Alaska Native Village corporations representing communities closest tothe Pebble Project ("Pebble"), have filed suit against the Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") for exceeding its authority with the veto action againstPebble. John Shively, CEO of the Company's 100%-owned U.S.-based subsidiary Pebble Limited Partnership made the following statement regardingthe action: "The jobs, economic activity and revenue from Pebble would bring significant positive benefits to the communities closest to us, as represented by INLand APC in this lawsuit. From the beginning, the EPA has given little weight to the views expressed by these communities because it did not fit theirpredetermined narrative against the project.

Northern Dynasty Minerals Reported Two Alaska Native Village Corporations Sue to Stop EPA's Pebble Project Veto

Reported Earlier, Northern Dynasty: USACE Declines Engagement In Permit Remand, Following EPA Veto

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has issued a public plea to President Joe Biden to streamline the U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/mining">mine permitting process</a>. 
The goal is to boost the domestic production of critical minerals and reduce reliance on foreign sources. The governor&#8217;s plea comes amid escalating legal battles and economic ramifications, particularly concerning the Alaskan <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36558028/supreme-court-shuts-down-alaskan-pebble-mine-ambitions">Pebble Mine project</a>.
"Our message to the Biden administration is, ‘Do everything you can to do everything here in America. Get your permitting processes streamlined,&#8217;" Dunleavy <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/ceraweek-alaskas-governor-calls-on-biden-to-update-mine-permit-process">told</a> Reuters during the CERAWeek energy conference in Huston.
Dunleavy emphasized the imperative of aligning permitting procedures with national strategic interest, reflecting on a "somewhat nonsensical" push for greater adoption of electric vehicles while blocking cornerstone mining projects.
"If we don't get our permitting processes together, if we don't start to use data and science again instead of emotion, this chaos is going to continue," he noted.
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Central to Dunleavy&#8217;s appeal is the contention that President Biden&#8217;s decision to block the Pebble Mine- the project, spearheaded by Northern Dynasty Minerals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#AMEX">NAK</a>), has been met with staunch opposition due to concerns over its potential ecological impact on Bristol Bay&#8217;s salmon fisheries.
The proposed Pebble mine has been contentious, drawing opposition from environmental groups and Alaska&#8217;s Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan. However, Dunleavy remains steadfast in his support, emphasizing the coexistence of responsible mining practices with the preservation of Alaska&#8217;s natural resources.
"The science is there to be able to develop the mine responsibly," he said. "We can put the safeguards in, and that's why I'm a supporter," he said.
In response to the Biden administration&#8217;s actions, Dunleavy has pursued legal recourse, filing a <a href="https://law.alaska.gov/pdf/press/240315-Complaint.pdf">lawsuit</a> seeking over $700 billion in compensation for Alaska&#8217;s purported economic losses from Pebble Mine&#8217;s obstruction.
Northern Dynasty Minerals has mounted its legal challenges, filing lawsuits to <a href="https://alaskabeacon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/NorthernDynastyFederalClaimsCourt.pdf">overturn</a> the EPA&#8217;s decision and seeking <a href="https://alaskabeacon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PebbleVsEPA.pdf">compensation</a> for incurred expenses related to the Pebble Mine project.
Still, the local community has its viewpoints. Jason Metrokin, president and CEO of Bristol Bay Native Corp., criticized the legal actions, arguing that the Environmental Protection Agency&#8217;s actions have the Alaskan support.
"It is simply a mistake for Northern Dynasty Minerals and the State of Alaska to continue to pursue the development of what could be North America's largest open pit mine near the headwaters of Bristol Bay's incredible salmon fisheries," Metrokin said in a <a href="https://www.bbnc.net/statement-from-bristol-bay-native-corporation-regarding-legal-challenges-to-epas-final-determination/">statement</a>, noting that fishing business provides over 15,000 jobs and generates around $2 billion in annual economic activity.
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Alaska Governor Wants Overhaul Of Mine Permitting, Seeks $700B In Economic Losses

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Heiko Ihle maintains Northern Dynasty Minerals (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#AMEX">NAK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $0.9 to $0.8.

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The U.S. Supreme Court has shut down Alaska&#8217;s ambition for the Pebble mine due to pollution concerns.
What Happened: The largest North American copper, gold, and molybdenum extraction site has faced nearly two decades of opposition.
Northern Dynasty Minerals (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDM#TSX">NDM</a>, NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) argued that the proposed mine could provide employment opportunities for thousands of Alaskans. The Vancouver, Canada-based company insisted that the mine would yield substantial resources over a 20-year lifespan, including:
<ul>
<li>6.4 billion pounds of copper</li>
<li>7.4 million ounces of gold</li>
<li>300 million pounds of molybdenum</li>
<li>37 million ounces of silver and</li>
<li>200,000 kilograms of rhenium. </li>
</ul>
Northern Dynasty also intended to store mine waste in the Bristol Bay watershed — home to the world&#8217;s largest sockeye salmon fisheries. 
Last January, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rejected the company&#8217;s proposal in solidarity with Alaskan tribes who remain concerned about the project&#8217;s impact on the pristine watershed.
Why It Matters: The decision is seen as a win for environmental groups. 
Alaskan lawmakers supporting the project filed a motion in July urging the Supreme Court to overturn the EPA&#8217;s veto, arguing that it had the authority to hear the case before lower courts.
&#8220;Alaska tried to persuade the court that this is the rare kind of dispute that the justices should hear as a trial court, without having it go through lower courts first,&#8221; CNN's Supreme Court analyst and University of Texas professor Stephen Vladeck <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2024/01/08/politics/pebble-mine-alaska-copper-epa-supreme-court/index.html">said</a>.
&#8220;Although there's no explanation accompanying today's denial, it stands to reason that a majority of the justices disagreed and were willing to let the case go through ordinary litigation in the lower courts first,&#8221; he added.
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What&#8217;s Next: Northern Dynasty&#8217;s stock plummeted 34% following the news. The company also <a href="https://northerndynastyminerals.com/site/assets/files/5039/2024-01-08-nr-ndm-hg98t15f99s.pdf">expressed disappointment</a> in the Supreme Court&#8217;s decision, and believes that the EPA exceeded its regulatory authority.
It is considering legal options to challenge the decision.
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy<a href="https://twitter.com/GovDunleavy/status/1744494136445845966"> pledged</a> to continue fighting for the Pebble project, emphasizing its potential importance for copper and critical minerals in an era of fast-tracking renewable energy development. 
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Supreme Court Shuts Down Alaskan Pebble Mine Ambitions

Shares of RxSight, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rxst#NASDAQ">RXST</a>) rose sharply during Monday&rsquo;s session after the company issued preliminary FY23 and FY24 revenue guidance above estimates.
Also, Needham maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $35 to $41.
RxSight shares jumped 20% to $44.31 on Monday.
Here are some other stocks moving in today&#39;s mid-day session.
<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Harpoon Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/harp#NASDAQ">HARP</a>) shares jumped 111.2% to $22.28 after Merck announced it will acquire the company for $23 per share in cash.</li>
<li>Ambrx Biopharma Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/amam#NASDAQ">AMAM</a>) jumped 98.1% to $27.00 after Johnson &amp; Johnson announced it will acquire the company in an all-cash merger for a total equity value of approximately $2 billion.</li>
<li>Spectaire Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/spec#NASDAQ">SPEC</a>) jumped 75.2% to $2.96.</li>
<li>Nkarta, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nktx#NASDAQ">NKTX</a>) rose 51% to $9.17 as the company announced updated corporate presentation to reflect business and strategic update.</li>
<li>Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/upc#NASDAQ">UPC</a>) gained 42% to $2.22.</li>
<li>Elevation Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/elev#NASDAQ">ELEV</a>) jumped 39.2% to $1.2193.</li>
<li>NexImmune, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nexi#NASDAQ">NEXI</a>) rose 34.7% to $8.32.</li>
<li>Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/prax#NASDAQ">PRAX</a>) rose 34% to $33.76 as the company issued update on advancing clinical stage portfolio.</li>
<li>QuantaSing Group Limited (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qsg#NASDAQ">QSG</a>) gained 31% to $2.0563.</li>
<li>Butterfly Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bfly#NASDAQ">BFLY</a>) rose 29.7% to $1.31 as the company announced FDA clearance of handheld ultrasound system, Butterfly iQ3.</li>
<li>Venus Concept Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vero#NASDAQ">VERO</a>) climbed 28% to $1.51.</li>
<li>Ardelyx, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ardx#NASDAQ">ARDX</a>) gained 25.5% to $7.73 after the company provided an update on its progress in 2023 and initial expectations for 2024.</li>
<li>BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bcrx#NASDAQ">BCRX</a>) rose 20.8% to $7.36 after the company issued preliminary Q4 revenue guidance above estimates. Also the company said it is approaching positive EPS and cash flow in 2H 2025.</li>
<li>Axonics, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/axnx#NASDAQ">AXNX</a>) jumped 19.9% to $69.03 after the company announced a deal to be acquired by Boston Scientific.</li>
<li>Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/crox#NASDAQ">CROX</a>) jumped 18.8% to $102.69 after the company issued strong Q4 and full year 2023 guidance.</li>
<li>LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tree#NASDAQ">TREE</a>) rose 17.3% to $33.50.</li>
<li>Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/www#NYSE">WWW</a>) jumped 16.7% to $9.02. Wolverine Worldwide affirmed preliminary 2023 financial results in line with guidance.</li>
<li>Ampio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ampe#NYSE">AMPE</a>) gained 16.4% to $2.0799 after falling around 8% on Friday.</li>
<li>Shattuck Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sttk#NASDAQ">STTK</a>) gained 15.2% to $9.52.</li>
<li>Vincerx Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vinc#NASDAQ">VINC</a>) shares rose 14.3% to $1.36 after the company announced compelling clinical efficacy of enitociclib in combination with venetoclax and prednisone in lymphoma.</li>
<li>Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cycc#NASDAQ">CYCC</a>) shares gained 14.1% to $2.84 after jumping over 10% on Friday.</li>
<li>Silk Road Medical, Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/silk#NASDAQ">SILK</a>) rose 13.4% to $12.91.</li>
<li>OPKO Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/opk#NASDAQ">OPK</a>) jumped 12.5% to $1.00.</li>
<li>Avadel Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/avdl#NASDAQ">AVDL</a>) gained 12% to $16.68 after the company issued a business update.</li>
<li>Fastly, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fsly#NYSE">FSLY</a>) jumped 10.5% to $17.88 after RBC Capital upgraded the stock from Underperform to Sector Perform and raised its price target from $12 to $18.</li>
<li>Upwork Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/upwk#NASDAQ">UPWK</a>) gained 10.3% to $15.51 after Jefferies upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy and raised its price target from $13 to $20.</li>
<li>Commercial Metals Company (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cmc#NYSE">CMC</a>) rose 6.2% to $51.21 following strong quarterly results.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>LumiraDx Limited (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/lmdx#NASDAQ">LMDX</a>) shares fell 45.5% to $0.0187. LumiraDx announced its securities will be suspended from trading on Nasdaq at the open of business on Jan. 9th.</li>
<li>Top KingWin Ltd (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tcjh#NASDAQ">TCJH</a>) dipped 38.8% to $1.18.</li>
<li>Solo Brands, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dtc#NYSE">DTC</a>) dipped 38.7% to $3.6150 after the company lowered full year 2023 revenue guidance below estimates.</li>
<li>Dada Nexus Limited (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dada#NASDAQ">DADA</a>) shares dipped 38.1% to $1.95. Dada Nexus said in the course of its routine internal audit, certain suspicious practices were identified that may cast doubt on certain revenues from the company&#39;s online advertising and marketing services in 2023.</li>
<li>Prothena Corporation plc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/prta#NASDAQ">PRTA</a>) fell 25.1% to $30.45 after the company issued updates on PRX012, PRX123, Birtamimab and Portfolio programs.</li>
<li>Jin Medical International Ltd. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/zjyl#NASDAQ">ZJYL</a>) fell 23.4% to $95.00.</li>
<li>MMTec, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mtc#NASDAQ">MTC</a>) fell 22.4% to $1.82.</li>
<li>Evolve Transition Infrastructure LP (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/snmp#NASDAQ">SNMP</a>) tumbled 20.8% to $1.33.</li>
<li>Revance Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rvnc#NASDAQ">RVNC</a>) fell 20.1% to $6.68 after the company issued preliminary Q4 and FY23 financial results and guidance.</li>
<li>Banzai International, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bnzi#NASDAQ">BNZI</a>) shares fell 19.3% to $2.07. Banzai shares jumped around 55% on Friday after the company signed an LOI to acquire IGLeads.</li>
<li>Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nak#NYSE">NAK</a>) dipped 18.8% to $0.3107.</li>
<li>The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aren#NYSE">AREN</a>) shares fell 18.2% to $1.7603 after dipping 17% on Friday.</li>
<li>The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aren#NASDAQ">AREN</a>) dipped 18% to $ 1.7650.</li>
<li>Inspire Veterinary Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ivp#NASDAQ">IVP</a>) declined 16.8% to $0.1881. Inspire Veterinary Partners recently filed a prospectus related to up to a $5 million public offering</li>
<li>Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pacb#NASDAQ">PACB</a>) fell 15.1% to $7.99. Pacific Biosciences of California said it sees preliminary FY23 revenue of $200.5 million.</li>
<li>REGENXBIO Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rgnx#NASDAQ">RGNX</a>) fell 14.8% to $14.01. US District Court issued decision on REGENXBIO and University of Pennsylvania NAV technology patent infringement lawsuit.</li>
<li>Revance Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rvnc#NASDAQ">RVNC</a>) fell 13.6% to $7.21. Revance issued corporate update, preliminary Q4 and FY23 financial results, and financial outlook.</li>
<li>BioSig Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bsgm#NASDAQ">BSGM</a>) fell 13.6% to $0.35. On Jan. 5, BioSig Technologies received a letter from Nasdaq notifying company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(2).</li>
<li>Bright Health Group, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bhg#NYSE">BHG</a>) dipped 12.8% to $10.00.</li>
<li>Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sgd#NASDAQ">SGD</a>) shares fell 11.3% to $1.80 after jumping 49% on Friday.</li>
<li>Argo Blockchain plc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/arbk#NASDAQ">ARBK</a>) fell 11.1% to $3.11 after announcing &pound;7.8 million ($9.9 million) placing.</li>
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Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDM#TSX">NDM</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) ("Northern Dynasty" or the "Company") reports that the US Supreme Court has denied Alaska's petition to review its claims that the EPA veto of the Pebble Project was illegal. John Shively, CEO of its 100%-owned U.S.-based subsidiary Pebble Limited Partnership ("Pebble Partnership" or "PLP") made the following statement regarding the decision:
"While it is a disappointing decision, it is important to note that this is not a comment on the arguments put forward by the state. We have long stated our belief that the EPA has acted outside of its regulatory authority and that remains our position today. The legal issues raised by the state will now work their way through the federal courts. We will also evaluate our legal options in contesting the extraordinary steps the EPA has taken to preemptively stop the Pebble Project. Pebble is an important project for Alaska and the nation. It could create jobs for Alaskans, provide an economic catalyst for the state and provide a much-needed source of critical minerals for the long-term safety and security of the United States."

Pebble Responds To U.S. Supreme Court Decision To Deny Alaska's Petition; Says "While It Is A Disappointing Decision, It Is Important To Note That This Is Not A Comment On The Arguments Put Forward By The State."

Northern Dynasty's Faces Further Delay As Alaska District Of The US Army Corps Of Engineers Gets Sixth Extension

Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDM#TSX">NDM</a>);(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAK#NYSE">NAK</a>) ("Northern Dynasty" or the "Company") reports it has received an initial $2 million royalty investment under the second tranche investment of the Company's royalty agreement dated July 26, 2022 (the "Royalty Agreement'). The Company and the royalty investor ("the Royalty Holder") have also agreed to amend the terms of the Royalty Agreement ("the Amendment") in order to increase flexibility of payment installments and to extend the original July 25, 2024 expiration date. All currency figures are U.S. dollars.
Under the Revised Agreement, the Royalty Holder receives the right to fund the second $12 million tranche in six equal installments of $2 million each ("Additional Payment Installment"), with the right to receive approximately 0.33% of the payable gold production and 1% of the payable silver production from the Pebble Project per Additional Payment Installment made (representing 1/6 of the aggregate royalty under the second tranche). The Company received the first $2 million upon execution of the Amendment.
In the event the Royalty Holder completes all six installments (for a total of $12 million) on or before July 26, 2024, the expiration date of the Royalty Agreement will be extended until July 26, 2025. The remaining three tranches of $12 million each, as described in the Company's July 27, 2022 news release, have not been similarly subdivided, and the aggregate total purchase price of $60 million and maximum royalty rates (10% of payable gold production and 30% of payable silver production) remain unchanged from the original Royalty Agreement.
"We are working with the Royalty Holder to ensure this funding vehicle is structured in the most effective way for both parties," said Ron Thiessen, President and CEO of Northern Dynasty Minerals. "We have agreed with the Royalty Holder to provide flexibility by dividing the $12 million second tranche into six, $2 million payments. The first of these $2 million payments has been made. In addition, we have agreed that if the Royalty Holder completes the full $12 million second tranche by July 26, 2024, we will extend the expiration date for one year."
"Our objective remains to receive the full $60 million which, when completed, increases our financial liquidity. It also allows us to continue the pursuit of the responsible development of the Pebble Project, one of if not the most important critical minerals and metals deposits for the United States of America and the State of Alaska. This project will only be developed with standards that assure the participation of people in the region, Alaska as a whole, and with assurances the environment and subsistence and commercial fisheries are safeguarded at all times," Mr. Thiessen continued.
As reported on July 27, 2022, the first tranche of $12 million was received by the Company in return for the right of the Royalty Holder to receive 2% of the payable gold production and 6% of the payable silver production from the Pebble Project, in each case after accounting for a notional payment by the Royalty Holder of $1,500 per ounce of gold and $10 per ounce of silver, respectively, for the life of the mine. If, in the future, spot prices exceed $4,000 per ounce of gold or $50 per ounce of silver, then the Company will share in 20% of the excess price for either metal. Additionally, the Company will retain a portion of the metal produced for recovery rates in excess of 60% for gold and 65% for silver, and so is incentivized to continually improve operations over the life of the mine.

Northern Dynasty Receives Initial $2M Advance Under Second Tranche Of Amended Royalty Agreement

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Northern Dynasty: President Trump Signs Executive Order to Increase America's Mineral Production

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