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NEWMONT CORP., $54.00, remains a buy for long-term growth and as a hedge against inflation. The company (New York symbol NEM; Shares o/s: 1.1 billion; Market cap: $59.4 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Average; Dividend yield: 1.9%; www.newmont.com) is the world’s largest gold miner, with major operations in North America, South America, Australia, and Africa. In addition to gold, it produces copper, silver, lead and zinc. To improve its long-term prospects, Newmont plans to sell six of its less-important mines. Under that plan, the company has agreed to sell several properties in Australia, including the Telfer (100% owned) and Havieron (70%) gold-copper mines, to Greatland Gold plc. It should complete the transaction by the end of 2024. Newmont will receive up to $475 million, consisting of $207.5 million in cash, $167.5 million in Greatland shares, and up to $100 million in future cash payments. In all, Newmont expects to raise $2 billion. After these sales, it will focus on its 10 top-tier mines in North America, South America, Australia,…