Forte Minerals Graduates to OTCQX Best Market, Boosting US Investor Access

VANCOUVER, British Columbia – Forte Minerals Corp. (CSE: CUAU) (OTCQX: FOMNF) (Frankfurt: 2OA) has announced that it begins trading today on the OTCQX Best Market under the ticker symbol “FOMNF.” The company has graduated from the OTCQB Venture Market to the OTCQX, marking a significant milestone that places Forte in the highest tier of the OTC Markets. The OTCQX Best Market designation is reserved for established companies that meet high financial standards, adhere to strict corporate governance practices, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

Leadership Commentary

President and CEO Patrick Elliott commented: “Graduating to the OTCQX is a definitive step in our evolution as we advance our copper and gold portfolio in Peru. For our investors, this move provides significantly greater transparency and a more efficient trading platform. For Forte, it signals that we have reached the ‘institutional grade’ of the OTC Markets, allowing us to broaden our reach to U.S.-based funds and institutional investors who are often restricted to top-tier markets. We are proud to provide our shareholders with the premium visibility and liquidity that the OTCQX Best Market offers.”

The OTCQX Advantage

The graduation to OTCQX is a quality-assurance milestone that differentiates Forte from earlier-stage venture companies. Key differences between the OTCQB and OTCQX include:

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Market Type: OTCQB is a Venture Market, while OTCQX is a Best Market.
Investor Access: OTCQB offers limited institutional reach, whereas OTCQX provides full institutional and broker eligibility.
Compliance: OTCQB requires basic disclosure, while OTCQX demands rigorous financial and governance standards.

Trading on the OTCQX removes “compliance friction” for U.S. broker-dealers, allowing a wider pool of professional capital to participate in Forte’s growth. Investors can view real-time Level 2 quotes for the company at OTCMarkets.com/stock/FOMNF.

About Forte Minerals

Forte Minerals Corp. is a well-funded exploration company with a strong portfolio of high-quality copper and gold assets in Peru. Through a strategic partnership with GlobeTrotters Resources Perú S.A.C., the company gains access to a rich pipeline of historically drilled, high-impact targets across premier Andean mineral belts. The company is committed to responsible resource development that generates long-term value for shareholders, communities, and partners. Backed by two recent strategic investors and a strengthened balance sheet, Forte is well-positioned to execute its 2026 exploration goals at the Alto Ruri High-Sulfidation gold target and the Esperanza Copper-Moly Project.

On behalf of Forte Minerals Corp., (signed) “Patrick Elliott,” President & Chief Executive Officer.