Steven W. Yopps, Director at i-80 Gold Corp. (IAUX), bought 50,000 shares at $1.47 ($74K) on 2026-05-15, disclosed to the SEC on 2026-05-18.
Director Steven W. Yopps purchased $73,500 of IAUX at $1.47 per share, representing the largest insider purchase in the company's history. This bullish bet comes as the stock has retreated 34.6% from its 52-week high of $2.24, coinciding with recent Q1 2026 earnings calls highlighting a completed recapitalization and production milestones.
IAUX is currently trading at $1.465, down 8.15% over the past five days and 11.75% over the past month, despite a massive 188.22% gain over the last year. The shares are currently 34.6% below their 52-week high of $2.24.
Upcoming catalysts include the Q1 2026 earnings call on May 16, which highlighted a completed $1 billion recapitalization and stronger production from Granite Creek. Additionally, infill drilling results announced on May 15 bolstered project potential, while the trade itself is flagged as the largest insider purchase in the company's history.
Investors face significant volatility risk, evidenced by a beta of 2.013, alongside operational setbacks and an increased net loss reported in the Q1 2026 earnings summary. Additionally, the stock carries a short interest of 7.44%.
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