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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Forte Minerals Corp. (“Forte& or the “Company&) (CSE: CUAU) (OTCQX: FOMNF) (Frankfurt: 2OA) is pleased to announce that it commences trading today on the OTCQX® Best Market under the ticker symbol “FOMNF.& Forte has graduated to the OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market. This transition marks a significant milestone, placing Forte in the highest level market of the OTC Markets. The OTCQX Best Market designation is reserved for established companies that meet high financial standards, adhere to strict corporate governance practices, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

President and CEO, Patrick Elliott, commented:

"Graduating to the OTCQX is a definitive step in our evolution as we advance our copper and gold portfolio in Peru. For our investors, this move provides significantly greater transparency and a more efficient trading platform. For Forte, it signals that we have reached the 'institutional grade' of the OTC Markets, allowing us to broaden our reach to U.S.-based funds and institutional investors who are often restricted to top-tier markets. We are proud to provide our shareholders with the premium visibility and liquidity that the OTCQX Best Market offers."

The OTCQX Advantage: Context for Investors

The graduation to OTCQX is a quality-assurance milestone that differentiates Forte from earlier-stage venture companies:

Trading on the OTCQX removes "compliance friction" for U.S. broker-dealers, allowing a wider pool of professional capital to participate in Forte&s growth. Investors can view real-time Level 2 quotes for the Company at OTCMarkets.com/stock/FOMNF.

About Forte Minerals

Forte Minerals Corp. is a well-funded exploration company with a strong portfolio of high-quality copper and gold assets in Peru. Through a strategic partnership with GlobeTrotters Resources Perú S.A.C., the Company gains access to a rich pipeline of historically drilled, high-impact targets across premier Andean mineral belts. The Company is committed to responsible resource development that generates long-term value for shareholders, communities, and partners. Backed by two recent strategic investors and a strengthened balance sheet, Forte is well-positioned to execute its 2026 exploration goals at the Alto Ruri High-Sulfidation gold target and the Esperanza Copper-Moly Project.

On behalf of Forte Minerals Corp.

(signed) “Patrick Elliott&
Patrick Elliott, MSc, MBA, PGeo
President & Chief Executive Officer

Investor Inquiries
Kevin Guichon, IR & Capital Markets
E: [email protected]
C: (604) 612-9976

Media Contact
Anna Dalaire, VP Corporate Development
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T: (604) 983-8847
E: [email protected]
W: www.forteminerals.com

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