After an initial upset, gold prices seem to be holding steady and trending higher amid what appears to be the worst of the tech-driven AI decline.
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Gold demand hit a record 1,313 metric tons in Q3 2025, with prices averaging $3,456/oz and spiking above $4,400 in October. Central banks, ETF inflows, and investor demand drove the rally, while gold mining stocks like Barrick (LEAPS), McFarlane, and Omai outperformed. Barrick Gold surged 207% in Q3, McFarlane Lake Mining rose 341%, and Omai Gold Mines soared 650% YoY, reflecting sector-wide strength.
Barrick's Q3 gold output slid 12% year over year, but the company expects its strongest production of 2025 to land in the fourth quarter.
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Here is how Barrick Mining (B) and Commercial Metals (CMC) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
B's Q3 profit surges to $1.3B as higher gold prices offset lower output, with adjusted EPS topping estimates.
Barrick Mining Corporation NYSE: B has delivered a powerful signal of financial strength during a surging gold market, with the precious metal's price climbing above the $4,000 mark. The company announced record-breaking third-quarter financial results, highlighted by a substantial 25% increase in its base dividend.
Jefferies analysts view Barrick Mining Corp. (TSX:ABX, NYSE:B) stock as being “inexpensive” after the mining giant's third quarter 2025 earnings topped estimates. In a note to clients on Monday, the analysts wrote that Barrick is “signaling confidence” after the company increased its quarterly dividend 25% to $0.125 per share plus announced plans to pay a special dividend of $0.05 per share for the current quarter.
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B's 41% surge rides record gold prices, steady project progress, and a strong cash position, though higher costs may curb gains.