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Luca Mining CEO: 25M Exploration Plan and Why Miners Lag Metal Prices

Recorded on February 9, 2026 (Atlanta, Georgia) | TSX.V: LUCA | OTCQX: LUCMF | Frankfurt: Z68 Andy Millette meets Luca Mining CEO Dan Barnholden in person in Atlanta for a straight-shooting breakdown of what actually drives mining equities when gold and silver are ripping: operating performance, cash generation, and capital allocation discipline—not hype. They dig into why many junior miners still don’t move “with the metal,” what separates real leverage from dead money, and how execution shows up (or doesn’t) in the numbers. Dan explains how Luca is positioning for 2026 with a cash-flow-funded exploration ramp, including why exploration intensity matters after a company stabilizes operations, and what it takes to earn a re-rating as drilling and technical work translate into tangible catalysts. They also get specific about Luca’s framework for staying Mexico-focused, building value through operational execution first, and approaching M&A selectively—only where Luca’s team, infrastructure, and experience can realistically improve outcomes instead of just “buying a story.” If you’re trying to separate narrative from cash flow in mining stocks, this episode is built for that. #Millettian Key topics Why junior miners can lag gold/silver even in a strong tape What “real leverage” looks like: margins, throughput, and cash conversion Luca’s exploration ramp: why timing and funding source matter Campo Morado: expansion thesis and shifting the asset’s “complexion” Capital allocation in a windfall environment: reinvest, pay down debt, M&A, or return capital Mexico-first strategy and what Luca will not buy Catalysts to watch: drilling targets, studies, and proof points that markets reward Company links https://lucamining.com/ Email: info@lucamining.com Host Andy Millette Natural Resource Stocks Website https://www.NaturalResourceStocks.net YouTube Main    / @naturalresourcestocks   YouTube Clips    / @naturalresourestocksclips   X https://x.com/theandymillette LinkedIn   / andymillette   NRS LinkedIn   / naturalresourcestocks-net   NRS Facebook   / 100090526686713   NRS TikTok   / natural.resource.stocks   NRS Instagram   / naturalresourcestocks   Chapters 00:00 Debt free trajectory and exploration push 01:56 Gold and silver run and miner leverage 03:55 Why juniors lag metal prices 05:43 2026 outlook for flows and sentiment 06:44 Consolidation and how M&A really works 07:48 Windfall profits and capital allocation choices 08:43 Luca plan for cash flow deployment 09:08 $25M exploration focus 10:27 Campo Morado expansion and precious-metals shift 11:23 Mexico-first M&A strategy and discipline 14:58 CEO priorities: strategy, cash, team 17:25 Near-term catalysts and drilling newsflow 18:04 El Rey and Reforma targets 22:09 Wrap The content provided by Galt Consulting Group, doing business as NaturalResourceStocks.net, including but not limited to interviews, articles, podcasts, and other digital media, is for informational purposes only. We reserve the right to buy and sell shares of any company mentioned in these communications, including sponsors of the NaturalResourceStocks.net platform. If Galt Consulting Group or any affiliated parties are invested in a company mentioned in our content, we will publicly disclose such investments on all digital platforms, including but not limited to the NaturalResourceStocks YouTube channel, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. This disclosure will include clear statements indicating whether or not we hold shares in the companies discussed. Nothing in our content constitutes financial advice. Every investor is responsible for conducting their own due diligence and should seek the advice of a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results, and investments in the stock market can result in the loss of principal. By engaging with our content, you acknowledge that you are fully responsible for your investment decisions and agree to hold Galt Consulting Group, NaturalResourceStocks.net, and its affiliates harmless for any financial losses incurred.