Barrick Mining (B) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
B stock breaks above its 50-day SMA as gold prices rise, but higher costs and a weak FY25 outlook temper investor optimism.
B's gold output slumped 19% year over year in Q1 as rising costs and mine disruptions cloud its 2025 production outlook.
Gold mining stocks, offering dividends and leveraged exposure to price surges, provide superior returns compared to physical bullion investments.
The average of price targets set by Wall Street analysts indicates a potential upside of 27.9% in Barrick Gold (B). While the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric is questionable, the positive trend in earnings estimate revisions might translate into an upside in the stock.
Barrick Mining (NYSE:B) stock appears to be fairly valued – which makes it a neutral choice to buy at its present price of approximately $18.90. We have identified a few concerns regarding Barrick stock, which contribute to its fair valuation given that its current assessment seems moderate.
Here is how Barrick Gold (B) and Compass Minerals (CMP) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
EQX, B and NEM made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on May 20, 2025.
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Barnes & Noble Education reported profitable third quarter results, with sales benefiting from persistent growth in the company's First Day program offerings. However, net income would have been negative without a sizable one-time benefit from the termination of liabilities related to a frozen retirement benefit plan. While Adjusted EBITDA increased by almost 30% on a year-over-year basis, improved profitability did not translate into higher cash generation.
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