PRECIOUS METALS

Can new gold sector leaders make the grade?

Mark Bristow said in an interview earlier this year he expected Barrick Gold Corp to be “one of the few” global gold leaders to have delivered on its plans in 5-10 years’ time. That would presumably contrast with numerous less auspicious performances in an industry “in decline”. He may well repeat the message at this year’s Denver Gold Forum, but he won’t be the only one.

Gold sector has few top-shelf players, and, apparently, limited quality growth options. Image: Agnico Eagle

Gold sector has few top-shelf players, and, apparently, limited quality growth options. Image: Agnico Eagle

Barrick has company in the ‘wannabe-the-best in gold' stakes. Investors and industry leaders accept that is no longer just about annual production levels and reserves based on best-case-scenario long term...

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