"A recent announcement alluded to an upgrade in 8-9 months and then the upgrade comes just days later.!??" I suggest you go back and read the previous announcment - because this is what it said
AN1 CuFe sells its Crossroads gold royalty to Northern Star for $4M cash; says better than waiting for mine launch
Week 46 Wrap: Copper hits 2mth low as Trump threatens net zero pace; US rally fades; HotCopper’s picks