GNR

SPDR S&P Global Natural Resources ETF

In early trade, gold prices surged to an all-time high of $3,127.92 per ounce, though broader equity markets edged lower as Wall Street awaits the rollout of Trump's tariffs.

CEO Mark Bristow credited the company’s integrated resource and exploration strategy, saying it has built "a foundation that supports a projected 30% growth in gold-equivalent ounces out to the end of the decade."

The upgrade comes after Reuters reported that Barrick had signed a new agreement with the Malian government to end an almost two-year-old dispute over its mining assets.

Rio Tinto also announced that it is advancing development at Rhodes Ridge. A pre-feasibility study is expected to be completed this year, and the project is slated to begin production in 2030.

Operating cash flow increased 20% year-over-year to $4.49 billion, while free cash flow more than doubled to $1.32 billion, driven by strong earnings and disciplined cost management, according to management.

Amid an ongoing revenue dispute with Mali, Barrick Gold’s temporary shutdown has retail investors on Stocktwits questioning the company’s future operations in the region.

Mali's interim gold seizure order marks the latest escalation in a dispute with Barrick over revenue distribution from the Loulo-Gounkoto mine.

The ultimatum comes after the Mali government issued an interim attachment order against the existing gold stock on site, further preventing Barrick Gold’s exports and disrupting normal operations.