IDEX Metals Corp. Announces Drill Results from Freeze Copper-Gold-Molybdenum Project

Vancouver, B.C. — January 14, 2026 — Leads & Copy —

IDEX Metals Corp. has announced drill results from holes KSMT25003 and KSMT25004 at its 100%-owned Freeze Copper-Gold-Molybdenum Project in Idaho, USA. The results confirm the scale, strength, and growth potential of Freeze, a large magmatic-hydrothermal copper system that demonstrates consistent copper mineralization from surface that expands significantly at depth.

Hole KSMT25004 intersected 130.93 m of 0.50% CuEq (0.40% Cu, 1.87 g/t Ag, 89 ppm Mo) within 344.34 m of 0.45% CuEq (0.30% Cu, 1.88 g/t Ag, 147 ppm Mo). KSMT25003 intersected 57.10 m of 0.65% CuEq (0.50% Cu, 3.14 Ag g/t, 140 ppm Mo) within 134.22 m of 0.42% CuEq (0.34% Cu, 1.92 g/t Ag, 71 ppm Mo).

The Kismet Breccia Complex copper mineralization remains open in all directions and at depth. Phase I drilling has revealed multiple high‑priority expansion targets. Drilling has confirmed continuity of breccia mineralization and constrained the extent of weakly-mineralized tonalite, strengthening confidence in the Company’s structural interpretation of the system.

Clayton Fisher, CEO of IDEX Metals Corp., said the results are exactly what the company wants to see as it continues to define a large copper system. He said intersecting hundreds of meters of consistent copper mineralization from surface in multiple directions demonstrates the strength, scale, and continuity of the system at Freeze. Drilling shows that the breccia complex expands at depth and remains open in all directions, a powerful indicator of long‑term growth potential. With two holes still pending, the ongoing integration of geophysical datasets, and the development of additional targets across the Property, Fisher said the company is still in the early stages of unlocking a district‑scale copper system within one of North America’s most compelling emerging copper belts.

Hole KSMT25004 returned 130.93 metres grading 0.40% Cu within 344.34 meters of 0.30% Cu, beginning at just 38.71 meters depth. This interval demonstrates robust mineralization that remains open both laterally and vertically, and expands the known mineralization to the south of previously-reported drilling. Hole KSMT25003 intersected 57.10 meters grading 0.50% Cu within 134.22 meters of 0.34% Cu, confirming continuity of mineralization north of previously-reported drilling.

The results demonstrate that Kismet remains open to the north and south at depth, and highlights a vertically-extensive system with multiple vectors for near-term expansion. Drilling has also constrained the extent of weakly-mineralized tonalite, further strengthening confidence in the continuity and architecture of the mineralized breccia body.

Located within the rapidly-emerging Idaho Copper Belt, Freeze benefits from a jurisdictional advantage while exhibiting geological characteristics comparable to major porphyry‑related systems around the world. The consistency and thickness of mineralization intersected to date support the potential for Kismet to evolve into a district‑scale copper system through continued systematic drilling and geophysical targeting.

Upcoming catalysts include assay results from drill holes KSMT25005-25006, geophysical results from IP, Vector IP, NSIP ELF surveys, completion of a Property-wide model with defined porphyry copper drill targets for the 2026 exploration season and ongoing planning and development of 2026 exploration activities and Phase II drilling campaign.

All drill core samples were prepped and analyzed at AGAT Labs Analytical in Calgary, Alberta, and Thunder Bay, Ontario, ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 certified laboratories.

The scientific and technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved for disclosure by David Hladky, P.Geo., V.P. Exploration of IDEX Metals Corp. David Hladky is a Qualified Person for IDEX Metals Corp. within the meaning of National Instrument 43-101.

IDEX Metals Corp. is a mineral exploration company focused on advancing a portfolio of base and precious metal projects in Idaho, USA. IDEX is primarily focused on the exploration and development of the Freeze Copper-Gold porphyry prospect located in the newly discovered Idaho Copper Belt, Washington County, Idaho.

Clayton Fisher, CEO & Director

For further information regarding IDEX contact: Investor Relations, info@idexmetals.com, 1 (604) 260-0356

Source: IDEX Metals Corp.