Apex Critical Metals

Apex Critical Metals has been accepted into the United States===United States Defense Industrial Base Consortium, which is expected to provide opportunities for participation in federally sponsored initiatives and collaborative programs related to critical mineral exploration, processing, and downstream supply chain development. This acceptance enhances the company's strategic position in securing North American supply chains for rare earth elements and other critical minerals.

Apex Critical Metals provided an update on its Phase 1 drill program at the Rift rare earth project, indicating consistent intersection of the targeted carbonatite host lithology. This progress supports the company's geological model and could lead to defining a new domestic rare earth deposit, positively impacting its stock price and future prospects.

Apex Critical Metals has been included in the Sprott Rare Earths Ex-China ETF, which is expected to broaden investor awareness, support trading liquidity, and increase exposure to institutional and retail investors. This inclusion reflects growing recognition of the potential of its Rift Rare Earth Project in Nebraska.