RE: Lets hope Colin17 Sep 2025 11:56
1. Regulation in the UK (AIM and FCA Rules):Under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules and AIM Rules for Companies, forward-looking statements are permitted but must be handled carefully to comply with the Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) and FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules (DTR). Companies must ensure statements are reasonable, based on facts, and not misleading. They often include cautionary disclaimers in RNS announcements, e.g., warning that outcomes are subject to risks like commodity price volatility, exploration success, or regulatory changes. The Galileo quote ("The industry is showing significant interest...") is vague enough to avoid specific commitments, reducing regulatory risk while signaling optimism.
2. The statement in question is a soft forward-looking comment, not a definitive promise (e.g., no specific deal or timeline is claimed). It’s designed to signal market interest in their portfolio (e.g., copper or zinc projects) without breaching regulations. The follow-up, "we will keep the market advised," aligns with MAR’s requirement for timely disclosure of material developments, ensuring compliance.