Alto Metals Surges on Brightstar Merger: Gold Consolidation Takes Centre Stage Ahead of Diggers and Dealers

The Australian mining sector is abuzz as **Alto Metals** (ASX: AME) and Brightstar Resources (ASX: BTR) announced a merger just ahead of the Diggers and Dealers conference, the country’s premier mining industry event. This significant consolidation in the gold exploration sector marks a notable shift, setting the stage for a new wave of resource development and production.