Aben Gold Corp. Targets High-Grade Gold and Tungsten at Justin Project

Source: Streetwise Reports 07/09/2026

Aben Gold Corp. prepares a 1,300-meter drill program at its Justin gold-tungsten project in Yukon, capitalizing on strong gold prices and critical tungsten demand amid global supply concerns.

Retail investors seeking exposure to both gold and critical minerals may find timely opportunity in companies advancing projects that contain multiple valuable metals. Aben Gold Corp. (ABM:TSXV; ABNAF:OTCQB) has outlined clear plans to test high-priority zones at its Justin project in southeastern Yukon during 2026.

Current Market Opportunity in Gold and Tungsten

Gold prices reached a high of US$5,500 per ounce in January before moderating, yet rates remain up 24% compared to July 2025. Gold.org noted that the stage is set for a possible breakout driven by economic or geopolitical factors that could lift prices toward US$4,500 per ounce or higher. Renewed tensions contributed to a recent price of US$4,074.10 per ounce. S&P Global wrote that gold is expected to remain volatile but structurally supported by central bank demand and geopolitical risk.

Tungsten, known for its exceptional strength and highest melting point among metals, faces similar strategic attention. China, Russia, and North Korea produce roughly 90% of the world’s tungsten. A new federal procurement rule, effective January 1, 2027, will ban sourcing tungsten from certain countries for U.S. defense uses. The tungsten market is projected to expand from US$5.78 billion in 2026 to US$9.19 billion by 2034.

Why Aben Gold Stands Out

Aben Gold Corp. (ABM:TSXV; ABNAF:OTCQB) has recognized tungsten mineralization alongside high-grade gold at the Justin project, adding a second dimension that aligns with both precious-metal and critical-mineral themes.

President and CEO Riley Trimble noted that the understanding of the project has evolved significantly, with the tungsten association creating a compelling new aspect.

Key Assets and 2026 Exploration Catalysts

The upcoming program will follow up on prior drill holes that intersected gold, tungsten, and silver mineralization. One hole returned 88.5 meters of 0.73 g/t Au while another delivered 5.6 meters grading 4.12 g/t Au, including 2.6 meters at 8.20 g/t Au, plus tungsten intervals of 8.5 meters at 0.39% WO3, including 1.0 meter at 1.12% WO3. The Lost Ace zone, described as a distinct style of high-grade structurally controlled gold mineralization, previously yielded trench results of 20.8 g/t Au over 4.4 meters and 88.2 g/t over 1.0 meter.

Contractors have been engaged for camp refurbishment starting July 15, 2026, geological support, helicopter transport, drill-pad construction, and diamond drilling of 1,300 meters across six holes. The company expects to complete Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies on the POW and Lost Ace zones. Phase 1 includes grid soil sampling at 100-meter line spacing and 50-meter station spacing, rock sampling, and geological mapping, budgeted for 600 soil and 80 rock samples. Phase 2 comprises three or four holes averaging 300 meters each in the POW zone, targeting intrusion-related mineralization and cupolas, plus additional holes in the Lost Ace zone.

Key Investor Takeaways

• The Justin project hosts both gold and tungsten, providing exposure to two metals with strong strategic demand.
• A 1,300-meter drill program is scheduled to begin in early August 2026 and will test multiple high-priority targets.
• Historical drilling has already returned significant gold and tungsten intercepts that justify follow-up.
• Geopolitical supply concerns support long-term interest in non-Chinese tungsten sources.
• The company maintains a modest market capitalization with all shares held by management, insiders, and retail investors.

Perspective and Upcoming Timeline

Bob Moriarty of 321gold.com observed that the 1,300-meter drill program represents put-up-or-shut-up time, with the drill expected to deliver results [OWNERSHIP_CHART-11563]

Share Structure and Ownership Details

Aben Gold Corp. has a market cap of CA$6.30 million and 35 million shares outstanding. The 52-week trading range is CA$0.06 to CA$0.30.

¹Management and insiders hold 5.95% of shares while retail investors hold the remaining 94.05%.

Common Questions from Investors

What is the primary focus of the 2026 program? The company plans to advance two high-priority target areas at the Justin project using historical drilling data and new compilation work.

Why is tungsten important alongside gold? Tungsten’s use in defense and industrial applications, combined with concentrated global supply, creates strategic value when found with gold.

When will drilling start? Diamond drilling is scheduled to commence after camp reactivation on July 15, 2026, with the full program expected to run through the summer.

How many holes are planned? Six drill holes totaling 1,300 meters will test extensions around previous intercepts and new step-out locations.

Aben Gold Corp. is a Canadian gold exploration company with projects in the Yukon Territory and British Columbia. The 2026 campaign provides retail investors with a defined timeline to monitor progress on a dual-commodity asset in a jurisdiction known for mining.

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