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According to reports, copper fell 12% from $4.93 per pound on May 20 to $4.32 per pound, leading investors to favor gold over copper. However, BMO Capital Markets mentioned that despite the slowing momentum in metal prices, certain gold and copper producers’ stocks are still poised for gains this year.
BMO mining analyst Jackie Przybylowski stated in a report on Friday (July 5 local time) that investors might be looking at enticing catalysts for performance increases in Barrick Gold (GOLD), Kinross Gold (KGC), and Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM). There is a growing expectation among investors for relative stability in copper and gold commodity prices. Investors believe that gold mining companies can manage cost inflation well and generate strong free cash flow under current strong gold prices. Investors are shifting from gold to gold stocks, with the approaching U.S. election and central banks worldwide increasing their purchases, gold prices could see an uptick.
BMO’s analysis aligns with a broader view of equity financing in Toronto Stock Exchange and TSX Venture Exchange mining stocks, which rose to $6 billion in May. Data shows that the total market value of 2682 listed mining companies globally increased by 4.8% from $2.31 trillion in April to $2.42 trillion in May, reaching a new high since March 2022.
According to Toronto-based Capitalight Research, by the end of the second quarter this year, gold averaged $2338 per ounce, the highest quarterly average price for gold in history, surpassing the first quarter average of $2074 per ounce. The company suggested on Friday that gold prices may reach $2800 per ounce this year, but a decrease is also possible, factoring in at least one Federal Reserve interest rate cut according to the market’s considerations.
Przybylowski mentioned that investors are interested in merger opportunities for copper as well as utilizing their holdings. Similar to gold stocks, investors are seeking specific company action plans. Overall, investors are more interested in growth and momentum stocks compared to value stocks. Investors continue to cautiously approach increased holdings and commodity price leverage, remaining concerned about budget overruns in significant projects and changes in geopolitical risk conditions across mining jurisdictions.
