gold prices

Newmont shares fell 3% as Asian holiday closures disrupted gold trading and prices weakened below $4,900/oz, with investor caution ahead of Fed minutes.

Hycroft Mining shares fell 7.26% due to Asian holiday closures, Fed policy uncertainty, and precious metals volatility. Technical weakness and reduced trading liquidity pressured the mining sector.

Gold prices rise due to supply constraints, boosting mining stocks over bullion. Investors favor mining equities like Hecla and Kinross for diversified commodity exposure.

Gold prices surged past $5,000/oz in February 2026 with bullish forecasts to $6,100-$6,300. Major producers reported record output and increased dividends amid strong demand.

First Majestic Silver shares fell 9% as gold and silver prices declined. The stock's elevated valuation multiple raised concerns ahead of Thursday's earnings report.

Coeur Mining shares dropped 7% as gold and silver prices retreated from recent highs, reflecting weakness in precious metals markets that impacts mining profitability.