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Iamgold (NYSE:IAG) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

Iamgold

Iamgold Corp is a mid-tier gold mining company. The company operating gold mines are divided into geographic segments such as Burkina Faso - Essakane mine, Canada - Doyon division, including Westwood mine. The company's s non-gold mine segments are the Cote Gold project, Exploration and evaluation and development, and Corporate - which includes royalty interests. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Burkina Faso segment.

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Iamgold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2024-08-08. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Iamgold will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.07. 
Investors in Iamgold are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.09, leading to a 11.69% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Iamgold's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>0.02</td>
<td>0.02</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>0.11</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>-0.01</td>
</tr>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>16.0%</td>
<td>12.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<h3>Performance of Iamgold Shares</h3>
Shares of Iamgold were trading at $5.4 as of November 01. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 121.51%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/IAG/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Iamgold visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Gold Could Decline Under Trump&nbsp;</h3>
Conventional wisdom holds that fiscal expansion will continue under Trump, fueling further inflation and extending the record rally in precious metals. That could very well happen. But there are a few proposed Trump policies that could be deflationary:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Tariffs. Critics call this a tax on American consumers. To the extent that it is a tax, it would be deflationary, by causing consumers to spend less.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Deportations. If Trump actually deports millions of illegal aliens, that would be deflationary, for two reasons. First, we&#8217;d have fewer people competing for the same housing and other resources. And second, it would reduce the enormous government spending that subsidizes housing and other costs for these aliens.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drilling. Expanding domestic energy production, as Trump has promised to do, would, all else equal, be deflationary.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Peace. If Trump succeeds in his goals of ending the Ukraine and Mideast wars, that should lower the costs of energy and other commodities. And if the peace deal is accompanied by a removal of sanctions, that would increase the supply of energy too. Peace would also lower the geopolitical risk premium component of gold&#8217;s current price.&nbsp;</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hedging Against A Drop In Gold&nbsp;</h3>
If you&#8217;re long gold, one thing you can do to lower your risk of a drop in gold is to take some profits.
We did that ourselves recently. We sold half of our calls on&nbsp;IAMGOLD&nbsp;Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>), for a 100% gain. 
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CIBC analyst Anita Soni maintains Iamgold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $5.4 to $6.4.

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CIBC Maintains Neutral on Iamgold, Raises Price Target to $6.4

Canaccord Genuity analyst Carey Macrury upgrades Iamgold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) from Hold to Buy and raises the price target from C$7.75 to C$10.5.

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Canaccord Genuity Upgrades Iamgold to Buy, Raises Price Target to C$10.5

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Shares of gold and silver companies are trading higher. Precious metals have recently gained on macro uncertainty amid Middle East conflict and the upcoming US presidential election.

RBC Capital analyst Wayne Lam reiterates Iamgold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) with a Sector Perform and maintains $6 price target.

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Shares of precious metals stocks are trading higher amid a rise in the price of gold and silver.

Iamgold shares are trading higher after National Bank Financial upgraded the stock from Sector Perform to Outperform and raised its price target from $8.5 to $11.

National Bank Financial Inc analyst Mike Parkin upgrades Iamgold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) from Sector Perform to Outperform and raises the price target from $8.5 to $11.

National Bank Financial Inc Upgrades Iamgold to Outperform, Raises Price Target to $11

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 100 points on Thursday.
Shares of LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXU#NYSE">LXU</a>) rose sharply during <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LXU/analyst-ratings">Thursday's session</a>.
UBS analyst Joshua Spector upgraded LSB Industries from Neutral to Buy and raised the price target from $9.5 to $11.
LSB Industries shares jumped 11.8% to $9.34 on Thursday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
<ul>
<li>Standard Lithium Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLI#NYSE">SLI</a>) shares jumped 13.9% to $2.1750.</li>
<li>GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GXO#NYSE">GXO</a>) gained 13% to $57.47. On Wednesday, Citigroup analyst Ariel Rosa initiated coverage on GXO Logistics with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $60.</li>
<li>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>) gained 9.2% to $22.46.</li>
<li>Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UVE#NYSE">UVE</a>) rose 9% to $18.49.</li>
<li>Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYM#NASDAQ">SYM</a>) gained 8% to $25.11. Symbotic announced an agreement to implement multiple industry-leading warehouse automation systems for Walmex and strategic international expansion in Mexico.</li>
<li>American Coastal Insurance Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACIC#NASDAQ">ACIC</a>) gained 7% to $10.03.</li>
<li>EVgo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVGO#NASDAQ">EVGO</a>) climbed 6.6% to $7.53. EVgo entered into new MoU with longtime technology partner Delta Electronics to jointly develop next-generation EV charging architecture.</li>
<li>Celsius Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>) shares climbed 6.5% to $32.48.</li>
<li>IAMGOLD Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAG#NYSE">IAG</a>) gained 5.3% to $4.7900.</li>
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LSB Industries, Symbotic And Other Big Stocks Moving Higher On Thursday

FMC Corporation&#39;s (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fmc#NYSE">FMC</a>) stock looks promising at the moment. It benefits from efforts to expand its product portfolio through new product launches and its restructuring actions.
Let&#39;s see what makes FMC stock a compelling investment option at the moment.
<h2>FMC Stock Outperforms Industry</h2>
FMC has outperformed the industry it belongs to over the past three months. The company&#39;s shares have gained 13.8% compared with a 7.7% rise of its industry.
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<h2>FMC&#39;s Valuation Looks Attractive</h2>
FMC&#39;s attractive valuation should lure investors seeking value. The stock is currently trading at a forward 12-month earnings multiple of 14.52X, representing a roughly 12.4% discount when stacked up with the industry average of 16.58X. FMC also has a Value Score of B.
<h2>FMC&#39;s Earnings Estimates Going Up</h2>
Earnings estimates for FMC have been going up over the past 60 days. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 has increased by 0.6%. The consensus estimate for 2025 has also been revised 3.5% upward over the same time frame.
<h2>New Products, Restructuring Actions Aid FMC Stock</h2>
FMC remains focused on strengthening its product portfolio. It is investing in technologies as well as new product launches to enhance value to the farmers. New products launched in Europe, North America and Asia are gaining significant traction. Product introductions are expected to support the company&#39;s results this year.
FMC generated $590 million in sales in 2023 from new products launched in the past five years. It expects revenues from new products to grow by roughly $200 million in 2024. It expects a significant amount of volume growth to come from new products in the second half of 2024. FMC is seeing strong gains in new products including Coragen eVo and Premio Star insecticides and the Onsuva fungicide in Latin America.
The acquisition of BioPhero ApS, a Denmark-based pheromone research and production company, also adds biologically produced state-of-the-art pheromone insect control technology to the company&#39;s product portfolio and R&amp;D pipeline, highlighting FMC&#39;s role as a leader in delivering innovative and sustainable crop protection solutions.
The company is also expected to benefit from reduced input costs, favorable product mix and its cost-control actions. It benefited from favorable input costs in the second quarter of 2024. FMC is also making progress with its global restructuring and cost-reduction program. It sees benefits from restructuring to contribute $75-$100 million to full-year 2024 adjusted EBITDA, net of inflation.
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<h3>FMC Corporation Price and Consensus</h3>
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FMC Corporation price-consensus-chart | FMC Corporation Quote
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<h2>FMC&#39;s Zacks Rank &amp; Other Key Picks</h2>
FMC currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Other top-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are IAMGOLD Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/iag#NYSE">IAG</a>), Cabot Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cbt#NYSE">CBT</a>) and Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/axta#NYSE">AXTA</a>). While IAMGOLD sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), Cabot and Axalta Coating carry a Zacks Rank #2.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for IAMGOLD&#39;s current-year earnings has increased by 45.4% in the past 60 days. IAG beat the consensus estimate in each of the last four quarters with the average surprise being 200%. Its shares have shot up roughly 132% in the past year.
The consensus estimate for Cabot&#39;s current fiscal year earnings is pegged at $7.07 per share, indicating a year-over-year rise of 31.4%. The consensus estimates for CBT&#39;s current-year earnings has increased by 4.3% in the past 60 days. The company&#39;s shares have rallied roughly 61% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Axalta Coating&#39;s current year earnings is pegged at $2.07, indicating a rise of 31.9% from year-ago levels. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AXTA&#39;s current year earnings has increased 2.5% in the past 60 days. The stock has gained around 32% in the past year.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2346902/here-s-why-you-should-add-fmc-stock-to-your-portfolio-now?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|rank_focused-2346902">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a>

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Shares of gold companies are trading higher following a spike in the price of the safe haven asset after Iran launched a missile attack on Israel.

This transaction is expected to close on November 30, 2024, and will return IAMGOLD to its full&nbsp;70%&nbsp;interest in C&ocirc;t&eacute; Gold.

IAMGOLD Submits Formal Notice To Sumitomo Metal Mining For Repurchase Of 9.7% Cote Gold Mine Interest

Shares of precious metals companies are trading lower amid a pullback in gold and silver.

Fission Uranium (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fcuuf#OTC">FCUUF</a>) has completed the hearing before the Supreme Court of British Columbia regarding the approval of the final order for its acquisition by Paladin Energy Limited. The hearing began before the Court on Sept. 13, 2024, and ended on Sept. 26. Its decision on the final order is expected in the coming weeks.
Fission&#39;s acquisition by Paladin Energy, however, remains opposed by CGN Mining Company Limited (&quot;CGN&quot;), which holds an 11.26% stake in Fission. CGN is a subsidiary of China General Nuclear Power Corp.
Fission&#39;s shareholders voted in favor of the acquisition at the special meeting held on Sept. 9, 2024. The closure of the acquisition currently remains subject to receipt of the final order and clearance under the Investment Canada Act, as well as other customary conditions.
<h2>Fission Uranium-Paladin Energy Merger Overview</h2>
Fission Uranium inked the deal with the Australian miner, Paladin Energy , in June 2024. Per the agreement, Paladin Energy would acquire FCUUF&#39;s outstanding shares for an implied total equity value of C$1.14 billion ($0.846 billion).
The acquisition, if successful, will create a company with a pro forma market capitalization of $3.5 billion. It will be placed among the largest pure-play global uranium companies with a combined mineral resource of 544 million pounds of uranium and ore reserves of 157 million. It will have a solid portfolio of exploration, development and production assets, and a substantially increased international capital markets exposure.
Fission Uranium&#39;s shareholders will receive 0.1076 fully paid shares of Paladin Energy for each share held in FCUUF. On completion, existing Paladin Energy and Fission Uranium shareholders will own around 76% and 24% of the combined entity, respectively.
Paladin Energy has applied for the listing of its shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange concurrent with the completion of the transaction. Consequently, Fission Uranium shareholders will receive TSX-listed Paladin Energy shares.
<h2>FCUUF Buyout to Strengthen Paladin Energy&#39;s Uranium Portfolio</h2>
Paladin Energy is an independent uranium producer with 75% ownership of the world-class long-life Langer Heinrich Mine located in Namibia. It also owns a portfolio of uranium exploration and development assets in Canada and Australia.&nbsp; Through its Langer Heinrich Mine, it delivers uranium to major nuclear utilities across the world. It has a 17-year estimated mine life and a nameplate annual capacity of 6 million pounds of uranium.
The acquisition of Fission Uranium will make Paladin Energy the 100% owner of the Patterson Lake South uranium property. It is a proposed high-grade uranium mine and mill in Canada&#39;s Athabasca Basin region. The feasibility study for the property projects a 10-year mine life with an annual production of 9.1 million pounds of uranium.
This move will help Paladin Energy capitalize on the growing demand for uranium. Several factors are driving this demand, such as the need for more electricity generation and the global push to decarbonize electrical grids, among others.
Over the past few years, the global uranium market has undergone a shift from an inventory-driven to a production-driven market.&nbsp; Underinvestment in uranium mining operations over the past decade has been the reason for a structural deficit between global production and uranium requirements.&nbsp; In 2024 and 2025, the gap between production and demand is projected to be more than 66 million pounds of uranium. This gap is expected to reach more than 400 million pounds by 2034. Uranium prices will be supported by robust demand and tight supply.
<h2>Fission Uranium Stock&#39;s Price Performance</h2>
Shares of Fission Uranium have gained 11.1% in the past year compared with the industry&#39;s 37.7% growth.
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<h2>FCCUF&#39;s Zacks Rank &amp; Stocks to Consider</h2>
Fission Uranium currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks from the basic materials space are Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/crs#NYSE">CRS</a>), Eldorado Gold Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ego#NYSE">EGO</a>) and IAMGOLD Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/iag#NYSE">IAG</a>). Each of these stocks sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Carpenter Technology&#39;s fiscal 2025 earnings is pegged at $6.06 per share. The consensus estimate for earnings has moved 17% north in the past 60 days. It has an average trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 15.9%. CRS&#39; shares have gained 129% in a year.
The consensus estimate for Eldorado Gold&#39;s 2024 earnings is pegged at $1.32 per share. The consensus estimate for earnings has moved 16% north in the past 60 days. It has an average trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 430%. EGO&#39;s shares have gained 106% in a year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for IAMGOLD&#39;s 2024 earnings is pegged at 39 cents per share. The consensus estimate for earnings has moved 44% north in the past 60 days. It has an average trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 200%. IAG&#39;s shares have gained 160% in a year.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has vowed to establish a national stockpile of critical minerals, citing their importance for economic and national security. This initiative forms part of her broader $100 billion industrial policy proposal, unveiled Wednesday, which includes various measures to strengthen the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/us-economy" rel="noreferrer noopener">U.S. economy</a>.
Harris's &#8220;America Forward&#8221; agenda aims to reduce the U.S. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/24/04/38114381/critical-minerals-race-heats-up-us-eu-challenge-chinas-dominance" rel="noreferrer noopener">reliance on foreign sources</a>, particularly China, for these crucial resources. The strategy proposes new incentives, including tax credits, and potentially invoking the Defense Production Act to boost domestic processing capabilities.
As reported by Bloomberg, Kamala Harris&#8217; campaign stated that enhanced domestic production and other sustainable initiatives would strengthen critical mineral supply chains with allies and partners. This includes encouraging investments that boost the production of these resources in the U.S. and among allied countries.
Critical minerals, including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements, are essential for modern technology and defense applications. These materials are indispensable for producing electric vehicle batteries, semiconductors, and military equipment. China currently dominates the global processing of many minerals, posing a strategic vulnerability for the U.S. As demand for clean energy and advanced technology grows, securing a steady supply of these minerals has become a top priority.
President Biden's administration has already <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/esg/24/03/37914506/bidens-475m-for-mining-aims-to-power-communities-hit-hardest-by-our-evolving-energy-landscape" rel="noreferrer noopener">made significant strides</a> in addressing this issue. Through initiatives like Executive Order 14017, Biden ordered a comprehensive review of critical mineral supply chains, leading to billions in investments to strengthen domestic capabilities. Since Biden took office, more than $120 billion has been committed to building battery and critical mineral supply chains, creating over 250,000 energy jobs, and ensuring future demand for essential materials like lithium and cobalt is met.
Despite these efforts, the U.S. mining sector still needs to overcome significant challenges. Domestic mining projects take <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39870803/us-mine-development-delays-among-worlds-longest-second-only-to-zambia" rel="noreferrer noopener">nearly 29 years </a>to move from discovery to production, according to a study from S&amp;P Global published in July.
This timeline is significantly longer than in countries like Canada and Australia, where litigation risks and regulatory hurdles are much lower. These factors have slowed progress and discouraged private-sector investment in U.S. mining ventures.
Still, the push to increase domestic production of critical minerals has gained bipartisan support, as Republicans and Democrats recognize its strategic importance.
Thus, regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election, the U.S. will likely continue prioritizing critical mineral production, securing the nation's needs for the energy transition.
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Shares of gold companies are trading higher after the price of the commodity reached all-time highs following last week's Fed rate cut.

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.&#39;s (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/apd#NYSE">APD</a>) shares have shot up 21.2% over the past six months. The company has also outperformed its industry&#39;s rise of 0.1% over the same time frame. APD has also topped the S&amp;P 500&#39;s roughly 9.2% rise over the same period.
Let&#39;s take a look into the factors that are driving APD stock.
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<h2>APD Gains on High-return Projects &amp; Productivity Actions</h2>
Air Products is benefiting from its investments in high-return industrial gas projects and productivity measures. It remains focused on its gasification strategy and is executing its growth projects. These projects are expected to be accretive to earnings and cash flows.
APD is realizing the benefits of the completion of the second phase of the Jazan project in Saudi Arabia. The company has a total available capacity to deploy (over fiscal 2024-2033) $30.8 billion in high-return investments aimed at creating significant shareholder value.
Air Products is also driving productivity to improve its cost structure. It is seeing the positive impacts of its productivity actions. Benefits from additional productivity and cost improvement programs are likely to support its margins moving ahead. The company also remains focused on improving pricing amid an inflationary environment.
The company also remains committed to maximizing returns to shareholders leveraging strong balance sheet and cash flows. Air Products&#39; board, earlier this year, increased its quarterly dividend to $1.77 per share. This marked the 42nd straight year of dividend increase. APD paid roughly $1.5 billion in dividends to shareholders in 2023. It expects to return roughly $1.6 billion to shareholders through dividends in 2024.
APD&#39;s adjusted earnings per share of $3.20 for the fiscal third quarter topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.04. It continues to expect fiscal 2024 adjusted earnings per share of $12.20-$12.50, suggesting a 6-9% increase from the previous year.
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<h3>Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Stock Price and Consensus</h3>
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<h2>APD&#39;s Zacks Rank &amp; Other Key Picks</h2>
APD currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are IAMGOLD Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/iag#NYSE">IAG</a>), Eldorado Gold Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ego#NYSE">EGO</a>) and Hawkins, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hwkn#NASDAQ">HWKN</a>). While IAMGOLD and Eldorado Gold sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), Hawkins carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for IAMGOLD&#39;s current-year earnings has increased by 46.4% in the past 60 days. IAG beat the consensus estimate in each of the last four quarters with the average surprise being 200%. Its shares have shot up roughly 153% in the past year.
The consensus estimate for Eldorado Gold&#39;s current year earnings is pegged at $1.40 per share, indicating a year-over-year rise of 145.6%. EGO beat the consensus estimate in each of the last four quarters, with the average earnings surprise being 430.3%. The company&#39;s shares have rallied roughly 83% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Hawkins&#39; current fiscal-year earnings is pegged at $4.14, indicating a rise of 15.3% from year-ago levels. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HWKN&#39;s current fiscal-year earnings has increased 12.8% in the past 60 days. The stock has rallied around 106% in the past year.
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