New Strong Buy Stocks for July 2nd
Zacks Rank #1 Stocks: Five stocks have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List, including Eldorado Gold Corporation, Mitsubishi Corporation, Societe Generale, Seven & i Holdings, and The Estee Lauder Companies, all of which have seen positive earnings estimates over the last 60 days.
Top Stock Recommendation: A little-known satellite-based communications firm is highlighted as a top pick by Zacks, with analysts predicting significant revenue growth in the coming years, particularly as the space industry is expected to expand into a trillion-dollar market.
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- Strategic Shift: China's export restrictions on silver, tungsten, and antimony signal a major strategic shift in global procurement, prompting the U.S. government to mobilize over $30 billion to secure critical mineral supply chains, thereby elevating defense priorities significantly.
- Resource Development Plan: RUA GOLD Inc. has initiated an aggressive development plan with four drill rigs at the Reefton Goldfield in New Zealand, planning to submit a fast-track referral application in Q1 2026, which, if approved, would enter the fastest six-month permitting window globally, significantly accelerating project timelines.
- High-Grade Discovery: Drilling at the Auld Creek target revealed a significant intersection of 3.0 meters at 21.27 g/t AuEq, extending the deposit strike length to 870 meters, indicating substantial mineral potential in the area that could attract further investment.
- M&A Trends: The 2026 mining M&A landscape focuses on consolidation and supply chain security, with Eldorado Gold's merger with Foran Mining expected to generate approximately $2.1 billion in EBITDA annually, further solidifying its leadership position in the gold-copper sector.
- Acquisition Overview: Eldorado Gold (EGO) has agreed to acquire Foran Mining (FMCXF) for approximately C$3.8 billion (US$2.8 billion), significantly increasing its investment in copper and enhancing its competitive position in the market.
- Shareholder Structure Changes: Under the deal terms, Foran shareholders will receive 0.1128 common shares of Eldorado for each Foran share held, resulting in existing Eldorado shareholders owning about 76% of the combined company, while Foran shareholders will hold the remaining 24%.
- Future Production Expectations: The combined company is projected to produce around 900,000 gold equivalent ounces by 2027, primarily supported by two fully financed development projects—Skouries in Greece and McIlvenna Bay in Saskatchewan—expected to reach commercial production by mid-2026.
- Financial Outlook: Eldorado anticipates generating approximately $2.1 billion in EBITDA and $1.5 billion in free cash flow by 2027, with CEO George Burns stating that this merger creates a stronger gold and copper growth company characterized by near-term cash flow generation and multiple catalysts.
- Acquisition Overview: Eldorado Gold Corporation has agreed to acquire Foran Mining Corporation in a deal valued at approximately CAD 3.8 billion (around USD 2.8 billion), with Foran shareholders receiving 0.1128 Eldorado common shares plus one cent in cash per share, representing an 8% premium to the 20-day volume-weighted average price.
- Combined Company Structure: Post-transaction, Eldorado shareholders will own about 76% of the combined entity, while Foran shareholders will hold the remaining 24%, with the merged company expected to have a balanced exposure of approximately 77% gold, 15% copper, and 8% other metals across Canada, Greece, and Türkiye.
- Project Development Outlook: The combined company will benefit from two fully financed development projects, Skouries and McIlvenna Bay, projected to commence commercial production by mid-2026, with an expected output of around 900,000 gold-equivalent ounces in 2027, capitalizing on strong metal prices and rising demand for critical minerals.
- Strategic Growth Plans: Eldorado aims to accelerate high-value organic growth by developing Foran’s high-grade polymetallic Tesla zone and unlocking exploration potential around existing assets, with CEO George Burns emphasizing that this merger creates a stronger gold and copper growth company defined by near-term cash flow generation and multiple catalysts.
- Transaction Overview: Eldorado Gold has entered into an agreement to acquire Foran Mining for 0.1128 Eldorado shares and $0.01 in cash per Foran share, valuing the deal at approximately C$3.8 billion, with completion expected in Q2 2026, thereby enhancing Eldorado's market position in the gold and copper sectors.
- Financial Outlook: The combined entity is projected to generate approximately $2.1 billion in EBITDA and $1.5 billion in free cash flow in 2027, which will fund future growth initiatives, enhance shareholder returns, and maintain financial flexibility through commodity cycles.
- Diversified Asset Base: The merger will create a portfolio with approximately 77% gold, 15% copper, and 8% other metals across attractive mining jurisdictions in Canada, Greece, and Türkiye, providing jurisdictional and commodity diversification that strengthens risk resilience.
- Sustainability Commitment: Eldorado and Foran share strong alignment on sustainability principles, and the combined company will focus on transparent sustainability performance and GHG emissions mitigation, ensuring enhanced business resilience and social responsibility for decades to come.
Market Surge: Spot gold prices have surged above $5,300, setting new records in the market.
FOMC Meeting Anticipation: The increase in gold prices comes ahead of the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.











