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Gold at $5,000—3 Mining Stocks for the Next Gold Rush
Author: Chris Markoch. Originally Published: 1/27/2026.
Article Highlights
- Gold futures have crossed the $5,000 level, signaling a potentially new long-term trading range for the metal.
- Large-cap miners like Newmont offer stability, while mid- and small-cap miners provide asymmetric upside to gold prices.
- Even with potential pullbacks in gold, many miners remain highly profitable, supporting continued investor interest.
The spot price of gold climbed above $5,000 per ounce for the first time in futures trading on Jan. 25. The move is psychologically significant and hits the "big number" many analysts have been predicting.
Many analysts believe gold can rise further, but they concede the move past $5,000 came faster than expected, increasing the likelihood of a near-term pullback before another leg higher.
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Watch the interview revealing these four market forces.That's important for physical-gold buyers. At the same time, mining stocks have been a strong trade over the past 12 months — and many analysts expect that trend to continue in 2026.
One reason: even if the spot price of gold slips 5%–10%, many miners would remain profitable. That pushes some investors toward large-cap, best-in-class producers. That's a sensible strategy, but mid- and small-cap miners can offer asymmetric upside for those willing to take more risk.
Newmont: Best-in-Class Exposure to a Higher Gold Regime
For exposure to best-in-class miners, it's hard to beat Newmont Gold Corp. (NYSE: NEM). The company is one of the world's largest gold producers, a position reflected in its revenue and earnings.
Through the first three quarters of 2025, Newmont's revenue rose 21% year-over-year (YOY), while earnings per share (EPS) jumped about 111% YOY. Analysts expect EPS growth to slow to roughly 10% over the next 12 months, which is reasonable given tougher year-earlier comparisons.
Over a longer horizon, analysts forecast average annual EPS growth near 60% over the next five years, in part on expectations that gold is entering a multi-year higher trading range.
With a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio around 19x, NEM trades above its historical average. For a high-quality producer, however, historical multiples may understate fair value.
B2Gold: New Production Brings Asymmetric Growth Potential
Large producers generate ounces today, which appeals to investors focused on steady revenue and earnings. By contrast, development- and exploration-stage miners present asymmetric upside if new production comes online.
That's part of the case for B2Gold Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN: BTG). The company recently announced commercial production at its Goose Mine in Canada and projects the site will deliver 300,000 ounces annually by 2027.
That's the latest commercially viable project in B2Gold's portfolio. The company operates three active mines, has two more in development, and several exploration projects underway.
Analysts forecast roughly $1.15 billion in revenue — a year-over-year gain of more than 130% — though that remains only about 20% of Newmont's revenue.
BTG stock is up 127% in the last 12 months and about 21% so far in 2026, which leaves limited room for disappointment. With earnings due Feb. 18, the next catalyst will be whether results and guidance justify the rally and prompt analysts to turn more constructive.
TRX Gold: High-Risk, High-Reward Junior Miner
For risk-tolerant investors seeking asymmetric upside, TRX Gold Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN: TRX) is a small-cap, penny-stock junior miner with a market cap of roughly $385 million.
The company recently reported record revenue and improved profitability in its most recent quarter.
However, TRX's revenue and earnings are tied to a single asset — the Buckreef Gold Project in Tanzania — which concentrates project and country risk. The company says it is using free cash flow from recent results to fund expansion and capital expenditures.
TRX does not hedge production, so a reversal in gold prices would expose the company to downside. Conversely, if gold continues its upward trajectory, TRX could deliver outsized returns and act like a lottery ticket for investors willing to accept higher risk.
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