Roundtable Discussion; The Future of Mineral Sands. Watch the video here.
Hello Robbie. Sorry for previously, I had not known your personal situation. I hope you have work again now and your all good. Regards buying more shares, good luck with it.
I won't lie I am not buying anymore for now. I refuse to sell- it's actually just as good to hold and hope at this stage than cut and walk away. Almost all in attitude here. But I have a sneaky feeling of I walk now it'll shoot up and I'll kick myself.
...what real sway do we hold over a company?
I mean I understand some here have been invested for years. Some have quite impressive holdings, and some like myself just a modest affair. What can we do though? Is their meetings where we can raise a vote of no confidence in the BoD? Or is it by percentage of shares held to have that sort of influence?
There must be a way as shareholders we can raise legitimate concerns officially. And without selling all or emailing the company - the emails bounce back, or are never answered.
I am just curious if as a shareholder I am a cash cow, or if we have any say in certain things.
Thanks in advance
'lost 99k and I'm not rich'
Of course not. For me to earn 99k I'd have to earn my wage for three years and maybe 4 months without touching a penny. No eating, no spending. Just let it sit.
I understand to you that you may not feel rich. But to others out there that would be life changing money.
I have a cheek after the last few weeks frustration I have displayed here. I know.
But let's try remain calm. Emotion has no place here. We have some information, some news and some updates.
Yes, it is not what anyone truly wanted to hear. And ideally we should of had something solid to drive the SP. We should of been seeing gold now, even a little. And we should of been informed six months ago the stuff for the assay was rock litter from the mine.
But none of the above has happened. And being angry is not going to change it. I doubt George comes on here, reads this and thinks "You know what, they're right. I need to get a grip of my effing life and prove this". He's getting a wage. He won't care.
So we truly have two options as I see it. One, you can hold, accept the ride and hope that this will turn for the better. Maybe six months, maybe six years...but it will turn.
Or, you can sell out on the assumption it is a failed ventures. Take a hit, learn a lesson and walk (potentially come back if it gets better).
But that really is only the options left. And God knows I love a good moan as much as the next. But I dislike seeing so many previously positive and strong minded individuals now so frustrated. Let's - if we're staying -try and predict some positive news and look to the future and other assets we have. And if we're leaving, bow out politely - best of luck all round - and go.
Hmmm....I am sorry testpack. But we have seen this sort of thing before. A lot. People come on, and always seem to aim shots at Dr A before fading away. Been happening for months.
Oddly enough none of the stuck around much.
Now, I am unsure how long or if you're invested. I could care less. But in a polite way. It's not my business and so why worry. But when I see one regulars contributor - who has never once offered any form of financial advice on to buy or sell and always been assertive on the doing own research front - being called out by someone out of the blue, I ask questions. It is natural too. Why the sudden approach? Why now? You understand I am sure. More people will question your motives than Dr A I think.
As a final point if anyone on here decided to invest off of an opinion posted that's their own choice. And their loss of it goes wrong. But I would never consider accusing Dr A of trying to influence people to buy.
Exactly Elir! Thank you!
The reason this is hard to swallow now is the fact it's taken them over 6 months to come forwards and say "By the way, we will be processing sweepings from the floor, so don't expect much". Why? Why not some integrity and some clarity from the start and say that?
I'm sticking here - I am stubborn - but I am not impressed at all. Months waiting for a result to be told they're only processing left overs anyway. Surely this must be bitter for most?
It's not good huh? I might try call then on Monday using the number they provide.
I emailed on the second. Polite but some pointed queries - when are we expectin assay result, has the machinery had a malfunction or is it due to Covid for delays, PI sentiment appears to be waning.
Their answer was as impressive as the text it contained. Which is zilch. So good luck. But don't expect answers. Though if you do get one I'd be delighted if you'd share
I hate to say it - but not with lack of respect either - I think you're right Share flyer.
I'm just going to email.them every week going forwards. Worst they can do is block me. But I have a few email addresses lol.
Ham I would advise emailing them. If enough shareholders email they will either have to respond to someone or risk ignoring them all and people walking at least with some of their money
...I get the slight impression no one is very happy with the RNS then? Lol
I emailed Alba directly as advised too some time ago. Got no response, completely chinned me off. That's fine.
But if every person on this board emailed Alba, shared a common heading IE "we want Assay results or update on delay" surely they'd sit up and take notice? Must be over one hundred here both regular posters and lurkers.
I wouldn't worry to much about nesting wildlife either. With the site cleared there is a great chance the birds won't be back as there is literally no nesting room of assume.
In no disrespecting way at all to Dr A, he is only a middle man. A conduit.
If you don't like what's happening, and you feel he should be doing your ground work, either foot up a fee, or better yet cut the middle man and contact peel directly yourself. If someone is kind enough to help and try and get info you don't then kick him about when you don't get what you want. Blue you have always been quite polite and spoken your mind which is why I like your posts. But even you surely cannot agree that it makes any level of sense to get Dr A to act as a chat pages unofficial intermediary? It's pure madness
I am new to this trading. And I've came across a bit harsh on some posts. Sorry all.
I've looked at a few sites regarding investments. There's a lot of 'buy' recommends on Alba, some up to the last 90 days. So maybe it is worth holding here and just chilling out for a few months? I mean, we cannot really get worse can we?
I know this is an often discussed point. But I'm just looking for clarification.
On the 11 Jan 21 the RNS stated once the pilot processing plant was up and running they would test the bulk sample 36 T worth.
On 2nd Feb the processing plant was fully functioning according to that RNS.
So how much can the processor work an hour/day? Even a very modest ton a day taking time to really just go through everything would give 36 days. Which means the results should be here by now surely?
Or has there been an RNS about the plant breaking? Or not functioning properly? I don't buy the argument about Covid - if they have ability to go out and drill holes I'm sure a couple of men round a processor would remain Covid compliant surely?
I am frustrated. Since last October the mythical results have always been just round the corner but not quite there. Most are in the same boat I'd guess. I'm just looking now for a realistic idea of when we can expect the results back once and for all that isn't 'this side of Xmas 22'.
Glad to see you back Kenny. Missed your updates mucker
Yannis I was sure it was end of Q1 we where told the Assay results, or was that just the BB outlook again? I hope not. Been on the bus off the bus with Assay since November last year.
Multibagger you've changed your tune lol. But I'm glad you have a more positive outlook this time round and glad you're still with us investing.
Well Dr a if you're being serious send your stuff and links to the BBC, producers of blue planet and David Attenboroughs PR team.
Once there is initial interest it'll catch. And they do say a picture paints a thousand words. To which, your pictures and videos work a treat.
As always a lot of respect to you, thank you for your graft recently.
And errr....anyone seen our old stalwart Kenny about? Missing his input.
(Plus can yellow come back. If anything boosted the SP it was yellow)
Lmao @Noobz regards popcorn at the ready. I like it
Anything before Wednesday is a bonus I'd say. That's end of Q1 so - allowing for there to be no further delays or unfortunate developments that's what I'm waiting for now. What's an extra couple days after last few months?
Regards SP I'd hate to hazard a guess. ALBA is unfortunate in no matter what it does or says or presents it just keeps sinking. I mentioned before albeit tongue in cheek, but I would not be surprised if they have us some really good news and the SP sank further.
Saying that, I am hopeful this RNS puts to rest a lot of questions, fears and worries and offers a boost to the SP. I think boredom and lack of good PR has led us this far and to this level. If they can give some positive news a bounce would not be surprising.
If they report however that the gold mine is not worth really developing more or they need more time for further samples, I do think the SP will drop drastically - regardless of what ever other assets they have. This will then lead to further issues. I have the utmost admiration for the serious LTH who've been here some for years. I am looking to LTH myself. But I'll need to finalise any plans on the back of this RNS.
Sorry for the ramble.