Barrick Gold Corp.

Barrick Gold, the world's second-largest gold miner, is preparing to exit Canada completely by selling its final domestic asset, the Hemlo gold mine. This move is part of the company's portfolio optimization process, allowing it to focus on its core operations and higher-margin projects, while also considering a potential redomiciliation to the United States.

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Gold miners have surged 50% year-to-date, driven by record gold prices and strong investor demand. This optimism comes ahead of earnings reports from major miners like Newmont and Agnico Eagle.

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