How to Analyze Exploration Company Drill Results with Dr. Rob Stevens (Ph.D., P.Geo.)

Dr. Rob Stevens (Ph.D., P.Geo.) is a professional geologist and educator. He has trained numerous brokers, analysts, and investors in the basics of mineral exploration and mining via his training course. After teaching this course for many years, he eventually published its content in his book, Mineral Exploration and Mining Essentials. In this interview, Rob Stevens shares the basics of how to analyze an exploration company’s drill results. He also offers tips on how to find good exploration companies pre-discovery hole as well as exploreco red flags to watch out for.

0:00 Introduction
2:08 Consider what the drilling represents
7:12 Consider the drill interval/length and grade
9:32 Consider the type of deposit
11:05 Consider the depth of the drill hole intersection
13:28 Consider where project is in exploration cycle
15:50 Consider social and environmental aspects
17:14 Consider management
19:28 Tips for finding good exploration companies pre-discovery
23:18 Red flags to watch out for
29:17 Analyzing claims of discovering a new region/district
31:59 Rob’s book and online courses

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