The vast majority of gold stocks have lost investors money over...

The vast majority of gold stocks have lost investors money over the last 10 years (on the London market I made it 8 out of 55 have made gains). So when you find one that turns in great profits in short order, re-invests for future growth and over-achieves on it's targets, you might think it would attract inward investment!

Clearly, this market is predominantly speculative short-termers.

As for the Philippines - whats not to like?

Generous tax incentives, rich mineralogy, mining friendly. No mining super tax over there!