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I want to talk about the build and if you can get any better at this price point (I respond and i'm willing to explain anything to you, any questions will be answered) Intel Core i5-13600KF (14 core high GHz) Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black (intense cooling and quiet) Gigabyte B760 ATX LGA1700 (...) G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (6000 DDR5) Samsung 980 Pro 1 TB (reliable brand, nothing beats it at this price point with the 4.0 and accelerated read and write speeds) Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 6800 (HIGH performance 6800, almost at 6900xt level) NZXT H510 Flow (don't slander me i'm on a budget plus 60cfm STOCK fans) Super Flower Leadex 750 gold 80+ ( Manufacturer for EVGA and its super quiet) ARCTIC P14 PST 5-pack (HIGH performance cooling and fits with my case) ALL UNDER 1550$ https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ch4nxs 

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Extracts

Product	Price
Omega CBN Rapid NightCaps 30 caps by Dosecann	$30.75

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😊 Just in...
Edibles

Product	Price
Mango Rapid Seltzer 355ml by Versus	$5.95

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Synthetic shares are financial instruments that replicate the performance of an underlying asset, like a stock, without the need for actually holding the physical asset itself. They are created through the use of derivatives, such as options contracts or swaps. Synthetic shares allow investors to gain exposure to a particular asset without directly owning it, which can offer certain advantages, such as avoiding certain taxes, fees, or regulations.
Regarding the potential manipulation of stock prices, there are a couple of ways synthetic shares might be involved:

1. Creating a false perception of demand: If an investor or trader uses synthetic shares to create the illusion of high demand for a stock, this can lead to an increase in its price. Other market participants might interpret the increased trading volume or price movement as a positive signal and may decide to buy the stock as well, causing the price to further increase. Once the manipulator has benefited from the inflated price, they may decide to sell off their position, causing the price to drop back down.
   
2. Hiding short positions: Synthetic shares can potentially be used to manipulate stock prices by hiding large short positions. For example, a trader or institution may hold a large short position in a stock, which can lead to regulatory scrutiny or cause the stock price to rise if other market participants become aware of the large short interest. Using synthetic shares, the short seller could create long positions to offset the short position and avoid the perception of a significant outstanding short interest. As a result, the true extent of the short
   

Regarding the potential manipulation of stock prices, there are a couple of ways synthetic shares might be involved:

1. Creating artificial demand or supply: The use of synthetic shares can potentially impact the stock price by creating an artificial demand or supply for the underlying stock. As investors enter into positions using synthetic shares, the derivatives used to create them, such as options, warrant hedging actions from the other side of the trade. This often involves market makers buying or selling the underlying stock to remain delta-neutral. These actions can affect the stock's price, giving the impression of increased demand or supply, which may not be reflective of the true market sentiment for the underlying stock.
   
2. Short selling and "naked" short selling: Synthetic shares can also be used in strategies like short selling, where an investor seeks to profit from a decline in an asset's value. In a typical short sale, an investor borrows shares, sells them on the open market, and plans to buy them back later (hopefully at a lower price) to return to the lender, pocketing the price difference. However, in "naked" short selling, an investor sells shares they have neither borrowed nor own. This creates synthetic short positions, and when done on a large scale, it may lead to a significant increase in the supply of a stock, putting downward pressure on its price, and potentially resulting in market manipulation.
   
3. Short selling manipulation: In some cases, synthetic shares can be used to create an excessive short selling position in a stock. When a significant number of synthetic shares are created and traded around, it can dilute the real shares available in the market, leading to an increased supply of shares. This can create the illusion that the stock has a high amount of selling pressure or lack of demand, driving the price down artificially.
   
4. Misleading trading volume: Synthetic shares can also lead to an increase in the trading volume of a stock without representing genuine buying or selling activity. High trading volumes can create the appearance of liquidity and interest in a stock, potentially attracting other investors. This might result in an over-valuation of the stock if not done for genuine investment purposes.
   

It is essential to note that artificially influencing the price of a stock using synthetic shares or any other means is illegal and unethical. Market manipulation is taken very seriously and exposes the perpetrators to financial penalties, reputational damage, and legal repercussions. Regulators like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) actively monitor and enforce trading activities to ensure fair and transparent markets for investors.

https://imgur.com/a/VuZOODO
STR - $50 PENDING
Rattle canned M81. I believe FDE underneath.
SLK - $35 PENDING
Rattle canned M81. Black underneath.
BCM Rail - $100
Was previously painted and stripped down. Some paint residue. Comes with barrel nut, wrench and appropriate hardware. No torx wrench.
Arisaka Mount - $35 PENDING
Previously painted, stripped now.
2A BCG - $350
I'm unsure of the prices on these but everywhere I've looked these things are out of stock and listed for 450-500. I'm listing it for $350 and if that's unreasonable just let me know. It has seen maybe 100 rounds.
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Prices include shipping and payment with me done via PP. If you'd like more pictures or would like to bundle for discount just shoot your shot.
Thank you for reading!

Hey everyone! Just wanted to say I’m an expert with Curated and I’m here to help with anyone looking for new or used clubs, apparel, balls, tech, bags, etc!
This is a little blurb about Curated:
A bit about Curated - we have our own stock and access to almost any gear that exists, and we price match to most US online stores! This means I can get you set up with the best gear for you, at the best price. I get paid on commission for each sale (no cost to you), but have no incentives for any specific brand or gear, so it's all about finding you the best gear possible within your budget.
If you’re looking for anything new to you, reach out and I can make sure you’re getting the best deal! Everything I make helps fund my rounds at courses around me so I appreciate the opportunity to help anyone who’s interested!
Curated Link

Timestamp
Been away from the market for a bit but have still been buying keyboard stuff and need more room to buy more :)

• Shipping not included
• Comment before PM, NO CHAT
• PMing postal code and PayPal address in first message is a great way to get an invoice if item is available!
• Prices are flexible and lowered from previous posts - always willing to discuss!

Keyboards and Macropads

1. Phoenix45 with translucent purple p3d keyboard case $120 - Lubed and Filmed Zealios v1 in Everglide v2 housings. Lubed linear Tealios in the spacebar. Encoder knobs in the Winkey blocker position are functional as a key press as well! Purchased from another Mech Market user. Used infrequently since purchasing, just have way too many boards!
2. Mochi Edition TKC Candybar $240 - Purchased from another MM user. Built with included switches and used for a few days. Limited edition pink color way case with additional badge that was included - righty hotswap PCB with the included c3 stabs, lubed and tuned. I will also include the extra parts that were not used in the current build - included white alu plate, and white pom plate from green door geeks. - case and plate smart foam from green door geeks - Otemu silent switches offered with bundle - Candybar IFK Islander kit offered with bundle - extra rubber feet - extra hardware included in the kit - included USB cable. No switch or keycap puller.
3. LazyDesigners Aluminum Dimple Plus $310 - Pink aluminum top, black aluminum bottom, black aluminum place, purple Dimple+ PCB. Soldered with L&F Strawberry Milk tactiles from DangKeebs.
4. Boardsource.xyz Macropad with SMKeyboards Case $70 - Built Boardsource.xyz purple macropad with custom SMKeyboards case. PCB built with hotswap sockets. Keycaps/switches not included.

Keycaps

1. JTK Black on White with Red Accents $80 - Mounted for one day on a 65% board then removed and stored, ships in original trays. These are in stock on zFrontier but if you are in the US these have a shipping discount :)
2. Infinikey Pastel Mint Base $80 - Mounted enough for a 40% board and used intermittently. Both sets ship in base kit box.
3. GMK Bleached Numpad/ISO $45 - Numpad/ISO has never been mounted.
4. Infinikey ePBT True Olivetti $60 - Purchased from another mm user but ended up not using. Ships in original box/trays, fair warning, they are NOT great. Will take $5 off if shipped in bags.
5. Hyper-X Black Pudding Keycaps $10 - Purchased as part of a bundle from another mm user but don't really need. Ships in bags. Photo in timestamp.
6. Hyper-X White Pudding Keycaps $10 - Purchased and mounted on my original Ducky One SF before getting into more custom builds. Ships in bags. Photo in timestamp.
7. Tai-Hao Backlit Purple Rubber Gaming Keycaps - $10 ships in original packaging. Photo in timestamp.

Artisans

Maker	Sculpt	Colorway	Box	Slot	Price	Available?
Jelly Key	Puptopia	Valentines Adorabox 1	Purple Ceph	A1	40	Yes
Jelly Key	Puptopia	Year of the Dog	Purple Ceph	A2	40	Yes
The Box Key Cap	Tanuki	OG	Purple Ceph	A3	50	Yes
Matae Keycaps	Goerita	Red Apple	Purple Ceph	A4	30	Yes
	Blank SA	Red Glitter	Purple Ceph	A5	5	Yes
Coz Caps	Volkeyno	Red	Purple Ceph	A6	5	Yes
			Purple Ceph	A7		No
JAK	Peek	ROYGBIV Red	Purple Ceph	B1	60	Yes
rtg Caps	Walter	Fresh Flowers	Purple Ceph	B2	40	Yes
Systematik Kaps	Key Fu	Valentines Day	Purple Ceph	B3	30	Yes
Bhomass Caps	Tantrum	Pulmonary	Purple Ceph	B4	30	Yes
	Blank SA	Sprinkles	Purple Ceph	B5	5	Yes
TaraByte Caps	Mona		Purple Ceph	B6	30	Yes
			Purple Ceph	B7		No
Navacaps	.0.0	BubbaPuke	Purple Ceph	C1	45	Yes
Navacaps	Taka G2	BubbaPuke	Purple Ceph	C2	45	Yes
Navacaps	Drooga G2	BubbaPuke	Purple Ceph	C3	45	Yes
Navacaps	Death Mask G2	BubbaPuke	Purple Ceph	C4	45	Yes
Sublyme Keys	Cupcake Kitters	Graham Cracker	Purple Ceph	C5	45	Yes
Lo Ki	Purr	Full Heats	Purple Ceph	C6	40	Yes
			Purple Ceph	C7		No
Unbranded	Sleepy	Rose Agate	Purple Ceph	D1	65	Yes
Miroti Caps	Miro	Stilleto	Purple Ceph	D2	55	Yes
Yeeunee's Keycaps	Mung Cap R3	Pink with Purple Accent	Purple Ceph	D3	40	Yes
Arcana Keys	Blank	Purple Ethereal Plane	Purple Ceph	D4	40	Yes
Enso	Bonsai	Purple DSA	Purple Ceph	D5	30	Yes
Arcana Keys	Blank	Geywild	Purple Ceph	D6	40	Yes
Winkeys	Goober v1	Krash	Purple Ceph	E1	45	Yes
KapCave	Blank'topus	Matsumoto	Purple Ceph	E2	40	Yes
KapCave	Blank'topus	Actinic Pretender	Purple Ceph	E3	40	Yes
Binirias	Phyloxy	Spyro	Purple Ceph	E4	30	Yes
Winkeys	Goober v1	Nanner Split	Purple Ceph	F1	45	Yes
Lootcaps	Blank	Green with Glitter	Purple Ceph	F4	5	Yes
tinymakesthings	Snoot	Golden	Purple Ceph	F5	70	Yes
Cece Studios	Devi	Lemon	Purple Ceph	F6	40	Yes
Lividity	Puppeteer	Eddy	Purple Ceph	F7	50	Yes
Krap Shop	Copy Cat	Zombie	Purple Ceph	G1	65	Yes
			Purple Ceph	G1		Yes
TaraByte Caps	Penny	St. Patty's Day	Purple Ceph	G2	40	Yes
Coz Caps	Volkeyno	Green	Purple Ceph	G3	5	Yes
Amidst the Clouds	Octoboi	Radioactive Wastelander Xenobiotic	Purple Ceph	G4	50	Yes
Cece Studios	Devi	Lime	Purple Ceph	G5	40	Yes
Krap Shop	Bento Box	Minty Ashen	Purple Ceph	G6	40	Yes
Krap Shop	Copy Cat	Musubi	Purple Ceph	G7	65	Yes
rtg Caps	Walter	Ice Blue	Purple Ceph	H1	40	Yes
Lividity	Puppeteer	Dexter	Purple Ceph	H2	50	Yes
Coz Caps	Volkeyno	Blue	Purple Ceph	H3	5	Yes
Gothcaps	Brimcap v1	Starry Night Mare	Purple Ceph	H4	25	Yes
Gothcaps	Brimcap v1	Hyper Wrath	Purple Ceph	H5	25	Yes
Destroyer Caps	Fisherman's Friend	Necro	Purple Ceph	H6	25	Yes
Destroyer Caps	Puddy	Necro	Purple Ceph	H7	25	Yes
Unbranded	Sleepy	Ice Agate	Purple Ceph	I1	65	Yes
Miroti Caps	Miro	Mirosakura	Purple Ceph	I2	55	Yes
Miroti Caps	Miro	Prestige	Purple Ceph	I3	55	Yes
Rath Caps	Leaf Blank	Alpha (White)	Purple Ceph	I4	30	Yes
Yeeunee's Keycaps	Mung Cap R3	White with Brown Accents	Purple Ceph	I5	40	Yes
Bad Habit	The Graduate	Polar Shake	Purple Ceph	J3	50	Yes
Bad Habit	The Graduate	Redactish	Purple Ceph	J4	50	Yes
Amidst the Clouds	Octoboi	Boundles Spook Tangible	Purple Ceph	J5	50	Yes
Amidst the Clouds	Cloud	Boundles Spook Tangible	Purple Ceph	J6	50	Yes
KapCave	NerdChick	Love is Grey	Purple Ceph	J7	30	Yes
JAK	Cuddles	Ink Stain	Purple Ceph	K1	60	Yes
Amidst the Clouds	Cloud	Pop Art - Untitled	Purple Ceph	K2	50	Yes
Mihi Mini Studio	Tranquility Moon	Starry Night	Purple Ceph	K3	5	Yes
JAK	Sprout	Black on Black	Purple Ceph	K4	30	Yes
Amidst the Clouds	Octoboi	Purplightening	Purple Ceph	K5	50	Yes
Amidst the Clouds	Cloud	Purplightening	Purple Ceph	K6	50	Yes
TaraByte Caps	Penny	Encore	Purple Ceph	K7	30	Yes
Lo Ki	Purr	Raymond	Purple Ceph	L1	40	Yes
Bad Habit	The Nar	Dark Dolch	Purple Ceph	L2	50	Yes
Lootcaps	Blank	Satin	Purple Ceph	L3	5	Yes
Lootcaps	Blank	Satin	Purple Ceph	L4	5	Yes
				L5		No
				L6		No
				L7		No
Krap Shop	Bento Box	White with Brown Accents	Purple Ceph	M1	50	Yes
Krap Shop	Bento Box	Brown	Purple Ceph	M2	50	Yes
Krap Shop	Bento Box	White	Purple Ceph	M3	50	Yes
Gothcaps	Brimcap v1	Slothboi Clique	Purple Ceph	M4	25	Yes
				M5		No
				M6		No
				M7		No

​

Hi, never had to deal with selling shares of anything before and I am not entirely sure if i'm doing the taxes right.
I had some stock in exelon that spun off constellation last year. For whatever reason, when they gave me constellation shares, they gave whole number of shares and the partial share remaining they sent a check for $25.18.
Got a 1099B with only box 5 filled in. Essentially they are saying they don't have any record of my cost basis so figure it out yourself. They listed the transaction as .468 shares and the amount as $25.18.
I've had the stock since 1990 and my records from 1990 to 1995 were missing. I had no idea what the cost basis is either, but figured I would be able to compute the dollar cost average.
I pulled all my tax returns since 1990 to sum up the total amount of dividends reinvested plus the initial purchase amount to come up with a total cost and have the total number of shares (never sold any). So dividing that gives me 27.25 average share price. I'm entering .486 x 27.25 = 12.75 as the cost basis.
Does that sound right?

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Citizen Corso Yellow Gold: SV/TV $300 $280
Surefire Warden, painted, original color is black: SV/TV $190 $180
Add ons/buy 2 or more:
Magpul MOE ODG stock, no salt: $30
Magpul MOE grip black with screw: $20
Apex Tactical FN 509 Jig: $30
Offset Iron sights: $20
If it’s not listed it’s not for sale. Prices are negotiable, let me know in the comments if my prices are off.
Prefer cash, but open to trades let me know what you have.

Howdy everyone. Business owner here. We opened in Oct of 2020. I was scammed into receiving a PPP loan.
my business has been doing well, each year we’ve churned a profit of some sort. Back in the beginning it was really small, like 5-10k the first year.
Now i’m making around 180k a year with two employees. This has been really tough.
In early 2021 I had met another business owner who I traded stocks with. (Website and everything, registered with state of FL) and he had asked me if i’d like to get a loan for my business etc. I realize now I was very naive.
I was eager to take a loan and try to use the money to scale my business some, which I did. And also use it to live off of.
He did the entire application for me, states away. I remember asking him if everything was correct and legal multiple times, and he would tell me it was, and “I didn’t have the right documents to get the loan” he at one point had told me it was a mandatory referral program. I was 20, so didn’t think much about it. Or ever take the time to learn anything about the loan. I sent him all of my information, including his real full name in the email when thanking him for helping me with this “PPP loan referral program”
Regardless, he had gotten me approved for 21k and told me he wanted a super large percentage of that. I refused, and we went our separate ways. I think he said the price was like 25-30% of all of it.
3-4 months after receiving the loan I had saw so many different fraudulent loan videos on youtube, and reddit that I had gotten very concerned. I even saw other business owners being scammed into it.
I had reviewed my paperwork from the portal. (I didn’t even know what bank funded me or anything. I had to find emails) and saw he had filed me as something totally and completely wrong, I think he said I was an uber driver or real estate agent. Also lied about my income and said it was almost 100k when I believe that year with my job and business only made maybe 45k.
I immediately panicked, as I had spent most of the loan living and operating my business. So, I grinded really hard, sold most of my assets like cars, and misc things, and managed to make the 21k back with interest. I paid it all back through scratch probably 5-6 months total after receiving the loan. I felt really good about that.
I’ve seen my attorney, they think it’s nothing to worry about as I don’t have much I can do.
But everyday i’m in fear constantly that i’ll be arrested and taken away from my family, or that this is still considered fraud and i’ll go to prison. I am not a liar, cheat, thief and i’ve never even received a speeding ticket. I get sick sometimes and throw up at the thought.
Are there any proactive measures I can take to further prove my innocence and maybe get in front of this so i’m not 29-30 one day before i can stop stressing?
Thanks for reading and thanks for any replies.

No, I don't have enough, nor wish to pay the price of a used car for a G&G.
Been looking to grab one off TaiwanGun In a few months for some support action. Was combing through past posts for advice/reviews/pro/cons and had a few questions for any owners of the AGM/Matrix/S&T models:

1. What, if there is any, differences between the Matrix, S&T, and AGM models? I've seen multiple comments stating that they're just rebrands of each other, Matrix being egregiously expensive at 600~ with a coupon off EVIKE, should I buy a certain one over the other? Or does it not matter.
   
2. Does the Matrix model off Evike come with a 1 year warranty like TaiwanGun provides?
   

Before anyone states MG42 bad, A&K PKM/ SAW better. I understand the issues:

1. Pot metal.
   
2. More pot metal.
   
3. Bipod is sin, get a MG3 bipod.
   
4. Barrel to reciever joint is fragile and will bend if you bang it.
   
5. Stock might come loose, may need to be tightened.
   
6. Screws and pins should be inspected upon arrival and after each game.
   
7. 7.4 Lipo is good, 11.1V if you want to end up burning the contacts.
   
8. The charging handle can be a nuisance, others have removed it.
   
9. For the love of God, treat it like a baby.
   

15% off Coupon code for EVIKE: HAPPY2023.

Very good condition, upgrade build.
Has angrygun Mlok bcm handguard, bcm qd sling point, vltor gas block, gbl hop up chamber, maple leaf bucking, tight bore inner barrel. bcm gunfighter trigger guard, Grip and stock. Come with Unity raiser and repro eotech sight. also new set of repro peq laselight and M640 flashlight. One mag no leak.
more picture and video available by request
Was $1250❌
Now $1060
4 extra army style mags for $300 no leak.
For trade I am looking for kwa kriss vector gbb
London Ontario, shipping on buyer. Can pick up Markham
https://imgur.com/a/hYejT8x https://imgur.com/a/6m7W4X4 https://imgur.com/a/JT0u2hq
Also have a cybergun desert eagle with lightning hawk kit. 2 Set of outer barrel 2 mags. $450
Will nego price if sold together.

I'm looking at buying some stockli nelas (specifically either the 80 or 88), but it's a lot of money, so I'm here asking for advice before I jump in and spend like 75$ on a demo LOL, and then 850$ for the actual skis. (They are on that sweet sweet end of season sale.)
First, I am 5'7, 110-115 pounds, and a pretty advanced skier. (I'm also a teenager, if you are wondering, so that's probably why I'm so thin.) I'm willing to go on any marked trail, and I'm pretty willing to go into basically any off the map tree run you would ask me to, in most reasonable conditions. I am a skier in the east coast, and mainly ski Sugarbush, Killington, and Stowe.
I mainly like skiing things that I find challenging, and probably spend 30% of my time in the moguls, 50% of my time in the icy steep terrain, and the rest in the woods.
This season, I have been skiing on Volkl Kenjas which are 149 cm long, and 88 mm underfoot. I like them, however they're somewhat slippy on ice, and I want something a bit easier to really get digging into those really icy conditions that happen after a bit of rain out here. It's something I can do, but it takes a bit too much effort to hold the ice than what I want.
So mainly my questions are:
First: Length and width. I rather like my kenja's length, and the nela 80s come in that length, which is a boost for the nela 80s in my mind, however I would like skis that will perform in the bumps somewhat. Will the 80 mm underfoot perform okay in the bumps or would I have to bump up to 152 and 88mm underfoot to have performance in the bumps?
Second: How are they are they at carving through harder ice that the kenjas just wanna skid on?
Third: What's any users of the stokli nela's experiences with them? What do you bring them on? Do you have other skis for moguls, trees, etc (I'm not gonna put rocks on here because I'll probably use my kenjas to go through more rocky surfaces, and save a brand new ski for a season at least...)
Fourth: Bumps, trees. How do they go? Sort of tied into the first and third.
Fifth: Are there any skis that I might prefer better? I want something that can carve better than the kenjas but will still do fine in the bumps and trees. I don't care if they're womens, mens, unisex, or even kids skis (I was on kid skis mounted up with tele bindings last season actually, I quite liked them but grew out of the boots. Unfortunately I haven't been able to find more boots for those skis yet!) as long as they do what I want them to do. I've got my heart somewhat set on the stocklis, since they seem quite all purpose, but I would be willing to put my eye on some other skis (assuming the price isn't outrageous!)
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I'm new here and this is my first set of skis I've ever bought for myself, been using my parents hand me downs for this season, so don't bash me to hard for being absolutely insane lol.

Amapá Iron Ore Mine, Brazil [KDNC] [Flair]

• Cadence owns 30% of the Amapá Iron Ore System which is an integrated mine, railway and port which was previously owned by Anglo American, the mining operation generated profits of $171m in 2011 and $77m in 2012.
• The mine is a major source of employment in the state and when operating previously was the largest employer in the state and represented the largest contributor to the GDP of Amapá amounting to 20% on a turnover basis and 1-3% based on profitability. The mine will employ 600-800 workers and indirectly 4000 workers. The economic prosperity of the region is linked to the success of the mine.
• 2023-01-07 Recent progress podcast:
  • PFS Completed $949m NPV with 10% discount rate and 16 year mine life at 5.28mtpa with profit after tax of US$2.96 billion over Life of Mine
  • PFS allows Cadence to engage with off-take partners, possible JV partners and strategic investors at a project level.
  • "If there is a good opportunity from a strategic investor, the joint venture partners would consider taking that money and for us that would prevent any further dilution in terms of funding going into it by selling off investments that we didn't wish to or raising capital in the market"
  • Options to substantially increase the NPV by reducing CapEx at the port, and increasing mine life.
• 2023-03-01 Corporate Update:
  • DEV Mineração S.A. ("DEV") was unable to meet the 2022 payment schedule as per the settlement deed and although the bank creditors have reserved their rights, the settlement deed remains in full effect with all parties in discussions with a view to agree a new timetable in order to rephase payments so these can be met in light of market conditions.
  • With improving iron ore prices and stability returning to shipping costs, the sale of the 58% iron ore concentrate stockpile is now economically viable. We expect shipping to recommence in the next six months, with the net revenues being used to pay the bank creditors, as per the settlement agreement.

Sonora Lithium Project, Mexico (Ganfeng Joint Venture) [KDNC] [Flair]

• Cadence has a 30% Joint Venture interest in several of the tenements in the Sonora Lithium project. The DFS envisages a total of 3.6% of ore associated with Cadence being mined in years 9 to 19 in the current 17.5kt/35ktpa LCE mining plan. Should Ganfeng accelerate production or increase mine life then the Joint Venture areas will be required sooner and in greater volume. Cadence has 839Mt LCE of mineral reserves associated with its Joint ventures which is 18.58% of the total 4,515Mt LCE of that defined.
• 2022-07-02 Recent highlights:
  • Ganfeng plans to accelerate construction
  • Ganfeng reviewing plans for a production rate above 17.5ktpa and an additional 500 hectares of land acquired at the eastern end of the plant site location to allow for future plant expansions.
  • Sonora Phase 1 plan massively increased to 50kt/yr Lithium Hydroxide
  • Ganfeng eyes US OEMs for “strategic” stake in Mexican lithium project. Elon Musk tweets Price of lithium has gone to insane levels! Tesla might actually have to get into the mining & refining directly at scale, unless costs improve.
• 2022-08-14
  • BN Americas reports “Mexico looks to buy out existing additional rights held by UK exploration giant Bacanora”
  • US Inflation Reduction Act to benefit Mexican Automotive Industry
• 2023-03-01 Corporate Update:
  • In 2021, a decree was passed by the Mexican government to reform the domestic energy sector ("Decree"). The Decree stated that lithium would be included among the minerals considered strategic for an energy transition. As a result, no new concessions for lithium exploitation by private companies would be granted. Earlier this month, the Mexican government passed a presidential decree confirming that within a 900 square-mile lithium mining zone in northern Sonora state, existing concessions would "remain safe". This aligns with the general opinion that the Decree passed by the Senate only impacts licenses, concessions, or contracts to be granted, not already those granted, as is the case for the Sonora Lithium Project.

Hastings Technology Metals, Australia (ASX:HAS) [KDNC] [Flair]

• 2023-03-01 Corporate Update:
  • On 25 January 2023, Cadence completed the sale of its 30% stake in several mineral concessions forming part of the Yangibana Rare Earths project for a consideration of 2.45 million Hastings shares, equating to approximately 1.9% Hastings issued share capital. This consideration was a premium over the Net Present Value ("NPV") of the Cadence portion of the mineable material, based on the definitive feasibility ("DFS") updated by Hastings on 21 February 2022
  • Hastings recently published an update on the Yangibana Rare Earth Project, highlights of which are as follows:
    • Significant progress during the last two months on enabling construction and ordering long lead critical items.
    • A total of $146 million in contractual commitments has been made to date, demonstrating the high degree of confidence by the Hastings Board in the future of the Yangibana project.
    • Ore Reserves increased 25% to 20.93Mt at 0.90% Total Rare Earth Oxide (TREO) grade, increasing mine life to 17 years.

Evergreen Lithium, Australia (ASX:EG1) - [KDNC] [Flair]

• 2023-01-26
  • Listing on the Australian Stock Exchange will take place 10th March 2023.
  • Upon listing Cadence will own (A$3.96 million) in Evergreen shares (8.7%) at $0.25 per share.
  • Subject to Evergreen achieving performance benchmarks Cadence would receive a total consideration of A$6.63 million (£3.80 million)

European Metal Holdings, Cinovec, Czech Republic (LSE:EMH) [KDNC] [Flair]

• 2022-07-02 Recent highlights:
  • Soft debt / EU grants and financing deals
  • Potential plans to double production (by using two shifts)
  • Updated PFS 75% increase in NPV to S$1.94B, using $17/kg. 16% production increase to 29,386tpa. 30% increase in Lithium Hydroxide to $22.1/kg would increase the NPV8 (post tax) to over $3B.
• 2022-10-31 Expect 10-20% reductions of the Lithium Chemical Plant CapEx and OpEx as a consequence of using a simplified hydrometallurgical process, for which a patent application has been filed.

Passive Equity Investments - Notable Developments [KDNC] [Flair]

See the above menus for company links and announcements - noting that additionally Macarthur holds 20% of spin off Infinity Mining ASX:IMI

Analyst Reports and Recommendations [KDNC]

Date	Link	Who	SP	Summary / Price Target
2023-02-28	Kemeny Capital	Kemeny Capital (investment research)	12.9p	"Cadence Minerals has built a robust portfolio of base and battery metals with ample opportunities for shareholder value creation. Recent developments have helped to substantially increase the potential of two of the group’s asset positions, while adding to the overall corporate valuation. Our sum-of-theparts (SotP) indicative fair value is 43.6p."
2023-02-02	W H Ireland Research	W H Ireland (broker)	14.5p	WHI View: Our assessment is that the Amapá mine could be company-maker for Cadence. We are firmly of the belief that the current market cap is more than covered by the legacy investments that Cadence holds in various new technology metal companies and projects and that the addition of the Amapá stake to its portfolio can only be value enhancing. In our opinion, the development of Amapá will be transformational for Cadence and we see fair value at 71p/sh with plenty of upside potential.
2022-07-24	Reddit Post	u/EV-BULL (private investor)	10.75p	Due diligence short term price target: 60p-80p; 1-2 year price target: 130p; Long term bull case price target: 300p+
2022-07-02	Reddit Post	u/Observer842 (private investor)	10.4p	Due diligence Near term: £37.5m (21.5p) - £92m (53p); Medium term: £160-420m; Longer term: £1-2B+
2022-02-18	Daily Mail	Anne Ashworth for the Daily Mail (Journalist)	20.4p	"The white gold rush appears to be an inviting prospect. But if you want to join, remember that fortunes are far from guaranteed in any foray into commodities. Options include the Aim-listed businesses Cadence Minerals and Zinnwald Lithium."
2022-02-18	Edison Group	Edison Group (investment research)	20.4p	QuickView report
2022-01-01	Daily Mail	Justin Urquhart Stewart (fund manager)	28p	Top pick for the Brave in 2022

ICYMI [Previous]

Date	Article	Comment & Quotes
2023-02-28	Cadence Minerals - value waiting to be unlocked - SoTP indicative fair value 43.6p	6 page analyst Research report from Kemeny Capital which can be obtained for free by qualifying investors.
2023-02-02	WH Ireland Research Report: Cadence Minerals - Developing Amapá iron ore mine and strategic new technology metal interests (sees fair value at 71p / share)	To obtain this 34 page Analyst Research Report for free, (optionally) first register for Research Tree, then whilst logged in, register for WH Ireland (optionally) using your Research Tree account.
2023-01-06	Progress at Amapa, Lithium, and Rare Earths with Cadence Minerals	Most recent of the interviews with CEO Kiran Morzaria.
2023-01-04	Vox Markets Podcast: Cadence Minerals updates on Amapa
2023-01-03	Completion of PFS on Amapá Iron Ore Project	Post-Tax Project NPV10 US$949 million, Internal Rate of Return of 34% and a Project Maiden Ore Reserve Estimate of 195.8 Mt (Cadence attributable of 58.74 Mt) at 39.34% Fe Declared

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Edibles

Product	Price
Raspberry Soft Chews (4-Pieces) 4x4.3g by Aurora Drift	$4.80

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Geissele standard lower parts kit, This kit is brand new and unused I bought it then decided I didn’t need it. $35 sold
Noveske Marked dust cover unused and in orignal wrapper that was opened. $25
Bench made infidel full size like new no box or anything $275
Forward assist and gas block mill spec selling together for $20 sold
Trex arms light bar FOR PIC RAIL $35
Brand new unopened magpul moe SL stock. Got this from a friend ended up not needing $50

Please note, this was not written by me, I found this on the internet archive Here. Credit to OP who unfortunately I can not tell who that is.

In the spirit of frugalness while maintaining good dietary healthy, and also the rising topic of meal kits, I am writing this lifehack guide on meal kits gather from my experience for the past years consuming them. Hopefully, it can inspire you and sparks good discussions.
Firstly, a misconception, you don’t have to eat meal kit everyday and order them every week. I usually order the largest box (4 ppl, or 6 ppl for Everyplate) every another week, often takes 1.5 weeks to finish it for 2 ppl. I still shop at colesworths, fresh market and Asian grocers to get extra ingredients I like. The point is that I don’t have to make it a duty to shop for food, there is always enough food at home and I can also cook the food i like in between
For frugalness, a discounted box is actually way cheaper than colesworth with the same ingredients, especially after the inflation by colesworths’ greed. The maximum discount follows these patterns:
HelloFresh: 40% 40% 20% 20%
Everyplate: 40% 40% 40%
Marley spoon: 65% 50% 40% 40% 30% 30%
From the above example, assume that we only order when the discount is larger than 40% and loop only these three services. It would be 9 weeks (40% 40% 40% 40% 40% 65% 50% 40% 40%). Since I skip a week in between, a full cycle is actually 18 weeks. This is long enough for the first company to provide the maximum discount for the new cycle to restart
I believe on some level, it isn’t always about being cheaper. The veggies in these meal kit are fresher than colesworths, at least from the experience of the Sydney distribution centres. I did some observation on purpose, a pack of baby spinach from colesworths would turn black and breaks down after a week; the meal kit ones are still in good shape after two. If the veggies aren’t good, open chat with customer service and they will do a partial refund for the veggies with issue. Some requires photo proofs, others don’t.
Regarding the recipes, HelloFresh is very healthy and especially good for the guts. The taste profile and techniques are more western oriented. Marley spoon recipes are more towards an international taste profile and culinary styles. Everyplate is a cheaper version of HelloFresh and Dinnerly to MarleySpoon. The budget meal kits have the exact taste profile to their respective parent companies. Marley spoon gives points toward everyday reward card, an extra peaks if applicable. MarleySpoon has more recipes per week while HelloFresh is more mindful with common allergies.
Is this churning of meal kit ethical? Likely yes. This is because even when the box is cheaper the colesworths, meal kits stock at wholesale price and big saving on not even having a retail shop. They can still profit on discount price. Is it ethical to try to find loopholes to always get free boxes? Absolutely NO, those companies are business that feeds workers and drivers at their distribution centres. No one deserved to be casually robbed. If you are in need, Foodbank (and many more orgs) can help, also consider contracting Centrelink. That’s what our tax dollars for
Lastly, my preference is MarleySpoon > HelloFresh > Dinnerly > Everyplate. With that said, a good diet is to increase varieties, so I am happy with all of them. You can definitely have your own opinion on your food :)
Ps. I still have 10+ free referral boxes of HelloFresh for those who need it, want to test the water or to get you start on the loop. PM me
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Edited:
Price guide. As requested, i am including my own price guide here.
The size cost depends on a few factors:
meal kit usually have a fix shipping cost around 10 bucks, varies depends on your location
most meal kit has the biggest size of 4x5 (20 serves), EveryPlate offers 6x6 (36 serves!)
HF, EP and Di underestimate the size. For example for us, 4 serves is actually 5 serves for us. This depends how much you eat and the recipe itself. MS is true to size
at 40% discount, HF will result in around 102; MS is around 108. So the estimation is around <110 per 1.5 week. EP and Di are budget variants so the boxes would be way cheaper than 10X at around 70 or 80ish!
MS is a bit more costly but it has the biggest discount and more seafood options that’s why it is my go to if it is on discount
My yardstick:
get the highest discount possible. Skip, cancel or ignore the 20% discount. 30% is okay for Di and EP, while 30% for HF and MS is like going to colesworths
get the biggest boxes as you can afford. Since the shipping is a fixed cost, largest box results in cheaper per serve
get started and cancel as soon as you can. It takes them around 1 to 1.5 weeks to send new offers
avoid FOMO. If the offer is lower % and you still have food, wait for the best discount as the mentioned pattern
Combining all the knowledge, in our case, 1.5 week is $10X or less, meaning we can achieve less than $75 a week Your mileage might vary, yet, less than 100 per week for 2 or 3 people is definitely doable
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Edit 2:
As to why I have this knowledge, I don’t work for them and I am not in anyway affiliated with them.
I am just blessed with an okay job so I could just experiment everything out with my own $. There were discount wasted, money wasted on extra features or different box sizes with big4, and also money wasted with others services beyond the big4
Fully disclosure, HF and EP has referral bonus, MS and Di only gifts free boxes. Credit can be used with full price only most of the time and I never pay full price. If you don’t want to give anyone any bonus by getting a free boxes from them, or just very reserved in trusting anyone, you can still get new customer discounted price for each service. That’s how I started, not through free boxes because I knew no one back then
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For those who are seriously struggling:
I understand some maybe here to find good way to save. A quick reminder that if you are in desperate need and in hunger because of the economy. Don’t be! There are helps like Foodbank (https://www.foodbank.org.au/find-food/) and similar orgs. Also consider Centrelink if required, our tax dollors are better spend on food for people. You are not alone, stay well and stay strong