Q: I have started a small position in Gogold GGD. My research showed that the CEO behind Gogold has built and sold 4 precious metal mines in Mexico over the past few decades. So GGD is not his first rodeo and he, together with some of his team, have the knowledge to build smaller mines in Mexico. GGD currently has an operation in Parral, Chihuahua, Mexico which is successfully processing tailings of historic mines. The modest profits from the Parral mine not only can cover all of the G & A costs of GGD but they should be able to add to the GGD capital (This operation is projected to produce 2 million SEO this year with production costs around $20, so using a low silver price of $60 GGD can net out $80 million this year from a very modest tailings processing operation). The growth project is the "los Ricos South" mine in the state of Jalisco (about 90 minutes from Guadalajara). GGD did a share offering late last fall and now GGD is sitting on about $150 million of capital (Appreciated if you can confirm that?) The los ricos mine only needs $225 ish to get built and the experienced management team is confident they can use reasonably priced debt to finance the remaining mine building capital that will be required. GGD has contracted low cost, hydro power for that mine and they have the transmision line access engineered. So GGD apparently has good rock, good financing, some infrastructure and good management BUT they still don't have the permit to build Los Ricos. Analysts say that if/when the permit is issued the stock should rocket upwards. No permit and the stock will languish BUT at least GGD's small tailings processing plant can generate enough cash to cover G & A plus add to the capital accumulation. I like the risk versus potential reward for GGD and therefore I started a position. Am I missing something in this story? I am currently in Mexico and I am well aware of Vizla's tragedy up in Sinaloa. I see that as an extreme, but isolated event. But again, is there something else I should think about if I want to hold, or add to my GGD postion?

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Q: Hi 5i Team - With gold up substantially the past year or so and now that gold stocks seem to be participating more, I am interested in taking a small position in a few junior exploration companies. I already have two mid tier producers. Are there any exploration companies that that you may be aware of that have reasonable funding and potential for decent discoveries. Past successes of management would also help. Or is there a reputable site or publication that might cover this sort of thing. Thanks.