OTC Markets Group Welcomes First Phosphate Corp. to OTCQX

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced (CSE: PHOS; OTCQX: FRSPF), an igneous phosphate mineral development company for the LFP battery industry, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. First Phosphate Corp. upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

First Phosphate Corp. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “FRSPF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on .

The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market from the OTCQB Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

About First Phosphate Corp.

First Phosphate Corp. is a mineral development company fully dedicated to extracting and purifying phosphate for the production of cathode active material for the Lithium Iron Phosphate ("LFP") battery industry. First Phosphate is committed to producing at high purity level, in responsible manner, and with low anticipated carbon footprint. First Phosphate plans to vertically integrate from mine source directly into the supply chains of major North American LFP battery producers that require battery grade LFP cathode active material emanating from a consistent and secure supply source.

About OTC Markets Group Inc.

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