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title: "U.S. stock market midday update: Gold price breaks $4,460, U.S. Treasury repurchase increases, Coeur Mining rises over 14%"
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# U.S. stock market midday update: Gold price breaks $4,460, U.S. Treasury repurchase increases, Coeur Mining rises over 14%

**U.S. Stock Market Midday Update**

Coeur Mining rose 14.34%. Based on recent key news:

1.  On August 19, international gold prices continued to strengthen, with spot gold breaking through $4,460 per ounce, up nearly 3% for the day. The COMEX gold futures main contract reported $4,517.00, up over 2% for the day. This boosted the U.S. precious metals sector, with stocks like Coeur Mining leading the gains.

2.  On August 19, the U.S. Treasury announced an expansion of the long-term nominal Treasury buyback scale, providing support for the precious metals market and further driving up Coeur Mining's stock price. The precious metals market was buoyed by the rise in international gold prices.

**Top Stocks by Industry Trading Volume**

Wheaton Precious rose 10.70%. Based on recent key news:

1.  On August 18, analyst ratings showed Wheaton Precious Metals received a moderate buy rating. Nevertheless, top analysts believe there are five stocks that are more attractive, which may lead investors to reassess their portfolios, driving up Wheaton Precious Metals' stock price.

2.  Recent market demand for precious metals has increased, driving up related stocks. Wheaton Precious Metals, as a major player in the precious metals industry, benefited from this trend, with its stock price significantly rising.

3.  Increased global economic uncertainty has led investors to seek safe-haven assets, resulting in higher demand for precious metals. Wheaton Precious Metals, as a leading company in the precious metals circulation field, attracted more investor attention, leading to a rise in its stock price. Increased demand for precious metals and heightened risk aversion.

Alamos Gold rose 10.79%. Based on recent key news:

1.  On August 18, Alamos Gold reported second-quarter revenue of $3.77 billion, setting a record for quarterly free cash flow. Following this announcement, Wall Street analysts immediately raised the company's target price, driving up its stock price.

2.  On August 17, Bank of America strategists pointed out that the valuations of assets such as biotechnology, regional banks, and insurance have not been fully re-evaluated, with earnings improving and having a low correlation with the AI capital expenditure cycle. This makes these assets a source of Alpha investment returns with more asymmetry and less crowded consensus outside of AI crowded trades, indirectly increasing market interest in mining stocks.

3.  On August 18, Morgan Stanley strategists expressed caution regarding inflows into gold ETFs but believed that central bank gold purchases might continue to show resilience. The rebound in gold demand provided support for mining stocks. The rebound in gold demand benefits mining stocks.

Newmont Corporation rose 8.67%. Based on recent key news:

1.  On August 18, Newmont Corporation released a strong second-quarter earnings report, with gold production reaching 1.3 million ounces, free cash flow of $2.2 billion, and returning $1.9 billion to shareholders. These positive financial figures boosted investor confidence, driving up the stock price Source: Company official announcement

2.  On August 17, Bank of America Global Research raised the target price for Newmont Corporation from $135 to $145. The analysts' optimistic expectations further stimulated market demand for the stock, driving up its price. Source: Bank of America Global Research

3.  On August 19, Newmont Corporation announced the sale of the North Ambler gold project to StrikePoint Gold for $70 million. This move is seen as part of the company's strategic adjustment and may have a positive impact on future performance. Source: Reuters The gold market is experiencing increased volatility, and macro risks need to be monitored.

**Stocks ranked among the top in industry market capitalization**

Barrick Gold rose 8.29%. Based on recent key news:

1.  On August 18, Barrick Gold benefited from rising gold prices, driving up its stock price. Gold, as a safe-haven asset, saw increased demand amid global economic uncertainty, resulting in an 8.29% increase in Barrick Gold's stock price;

2.  Recent market interest in mining companies has increased, with significant capital inflows. Investors' optimistic expectations for the future profitability of mining companies have driven up stock prices;

3.  Industry analysts have upgraded Barrick Gold's rating, enhancing market confidence. Analysts believe the company excels in resource management and cost control, further driving up its stock price. The mining industry benefits from increased safe-haven demand

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