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Gold rally to boost profits for miners Newmont, Barrick
Newmont Corp and Barrick Gold Corp, the top two gold miners of the world, are expected to post higher quarterly profits, powered by a rally in the precious metal's prices. Rising hopes of a U.S. interest rate cut in September, uncertainty around U.S. elections and global geopolitical risks have boosted bullion's safe-haven appeal, pushing it to a record-high level. "We are expecting a very strong second quarter, given the significant increase in the gold price and relatively flat cost expectations," analysts at brokerage TD Cowen said. During the April-June quarter, spot gold averaged $2,335.87 per ounce, 18% higher ... (full story)