
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 13, 2026) - Heliostar Metals Ltd. (TSXV: HSTR) (OTCQX: HSTXF) (FSE: RGG1) ("Heliostar" or the "Company") is pleased to provide production and cost guidance for 2026 as well as details of growth plans across the portfolio. The Company plans to produce 50,000-55,000 ounces of gold at by-product cash costs of $1,850-$1,950/oz gold and a consolidated All-In Sustaining Cost (AISC) of $2,025-$2,125/oz gold. Heliostar will utilize the cash generated from ongoing operations to continue to invest in exploration and growth initiatives across the Company's portfolio, including advancement of the flagship Ana Paula development project towards production.