Pecoy Copper Taps U.S. Market to Fuel Peruvian Copper Ambitions

VANCOUVER, BC – February 11, 2026 – Pecoy Copper Corp. (TSXV: PCU; OTCQB: PCUUF) has taken a significant step to broaden its financial horizons, securing a listing on the U.S.-based OTCQB Venture Market and gaining eligibility for streamlined electronic trading. This strategic maneuver is designed to tap into the vast American capital pool as the company advances its large-scale copper-gold project in southern Peru, positioning itself to meet soaring global demand for critical minerals.

The company's common shares, which began trading under the ticker 'PCUUF' on November 10, 2025, are now more accessible to U.S. investors. The move is more than a simple cross-listing; it's a calculated play to enhance liquidity and fund an ambitious exploration program at a time when the world is facing a structural deficit of copper, a metal essential for the green energy transition.

Unlocking the U.S. Investor Playbook

For junior mining companies like Pecoy Copper, access to capital is paramount. The dual announcement of an OTCQB listing and eligibility for the Depository Trust Company's (DTC) Fast Automated Securities Transfer (FAST) program is a critical piece of the capital markets puzzle. The OTCQB, recognized by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an "established public market," provides a regulated platform for developing companies to gain visibility without the more onerous requirements of a major exchange like the NASDAQ or NYSE.

More impactful, however, is the DTC FAST eligibility. This operational upgrade is crucial for attracting serious U.S. investment, including from institutional funds. The FAST program eliminates the need for physical share certificates, allowing for rapid electronic clearing and settlement. For a U.S. investor, this means buying shares in a Canadian-listed company becomes as seamless as trading a domestic stock. It removes administrative hurdles, reduces transaction costs, and shortens settlement times from weeks to mere days or hours.

This enhanced trading efficiency is expected to improve the stock's liquidity, a key metric for investors. Historically, over 750 companies listed on Canada's TSX Venture Exchange have utilized OTC markets to expand their reach, with mining firms often seeing strong performance. By simplifying the investment process, Pecoy Copper aims to make its shares a more attractive option for a wider and deeper investor base, which is crucial for funding the capital-intensive work of mine development.

The Prize: A Sleeping Giant in Peru

The capital being courted is earmarked for a significant asset: the 9,975-hectare Pecoy Copper-Gold-Molybdenum-Silver Project in Peru’s Arequipa region. The project is not a speculative greenfield play; historical investment already exceeds US$65 million, and an NI 43-101 technical report from July 2025 outlines a massive inferred mineral resource of 865 million tonnes grading at 0.34% copper. This equates to an estimated 6.45 billion pounds of contained copper, with valuable gold, molybdenum, and silver credits.

Following a reverse takeover in September 2025 that consolidated 100% ownership, Pecoy Copper raised approximately $63.5 million to aggressively advance the project. A fully funded, 40,000-meter drilling campaign began in December 2025, with multiple drill rigs now turning. The goals are ambitious: expand known higher-grade zones, increase the overall size of the deposit, and move the project toward a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).

Strategically, the Pecoy project possesses key advantages that de-risk its development profile. Located at a favorable elevation of around 1,650 meters, it avoids the operational complexities and costs associated with high-altitude Andean mines. Furthermore, it boasts excellent proximity to existing infrastructure, including the Pan-American Highway, power lines, water sources, and the deep-water ports of Matarani and Ilo, streamlining logistics for future construction and operations.

Navigating Opportunity and Risk

Pecoy Copper's U.S. market entry comes at a pivotal moment for the copper industry. The global energy transition, fueled by the explosive growth of electric vehicles, renewable energy infrastructure, and AI-driven data centers, is creating unprecedented demand for the red metal. S&P Global projects that demand could nearly double by 2040, potentially creating a staggering 10-million-metric-ton supply deficit.

This supply-demand imbalance has pushed copper prices to historic highs, with many analysts forecasting prices to remain elevated, with some banks projecting figures between $11,000 and $15,000 per tonne in the coming years. This bullish environment creates a powerful tailwind for developers like Pecoy with large-scale, accessible deposits.

However, the company's path forward is not without challenges. Its operations are centered in Peru, a country that presents a dual narrative for miners. On one hand, it is a globally significant mining jurisdiction with a vast project pipeline valued at over $54 billion. On the other, it is grappling with political instability, bureaucratic delays, and social conflicts. The rise of illegal mining, which now accounts for a substantial portion of the country's gold exports, further complicates the security and regulatory landscape.

Despite these headwinds, Peru's government is actively working to attract investment, with mining investments showing a nearly 18% increase in 2025. For Pecoy Copper, success will depend on its ability to navigate this complex environment while executing its technical program. The new access to U.S. markets provides the financial firepower needed to advance its project, turning a massive mineral resource into a tangible asset that could one day help power the world's transition to a cleaner economy.