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Kinross Gold (KGC) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$14.07 -0.14 (-0.99%)
Closing price 05/2/2025 03:59 PM Eastern
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$14.08 +0.01 (+0.07%)
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Kinross Gold - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
2
Buy
6

Based on 8 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Kinross Gold in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Buy." Out of the 8 analysts, 2 have given a hold rating, 4 have given a buy rating, and 2 have given a strong buy rating for KGC.

Consensus Price Target

$13.30
-5.47% Downside
According to the 8 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Kinross Gold, the average price target is $13.30. The highest price target for KGC is $16.00, while the lowest price target for KGC is $10.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -5.47% from the current price of $14.07.
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KGC Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
5/3/24 to 5/3/25
1 Month Ago
4/3/24 to 4/3/25
3 Months Ago
2/3/24 to 2/2/25
1 Year Ago
5/4/23 to 5/3/24
Strong Buy
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
4 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
2 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
Hold
2 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$13.30$11.63$11.13$6.44
Forecasted Upside-5.47% Downside-8.36% Downside-1.42% Downside-2.32% Downside
Consensus Rating
Buy
Buy
Moderate Buy
Hold

KGC Analyst Recommendations By Month

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KGC Price Targets by Month

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Kinross Gold Stock vs. The Competition

TypeKinross GoldBasic Materials CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
3.00
2.78
2.54
Consensus RatingBuyModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted Upside-5.47% Downside151.83% Upside17.54% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
4/23/2025National Bankshares
2 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform
4/16/2025BMO Capital Markets
4 of 5 stars
M. Murphy
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Initiated CoverageOutperform
4/14/2025Scotiabank
5 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform
4/4/2025Raymond James
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Craig Stanley
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Boost TargetMarket Perform ➝ Market Perform$12.00 ➝ $15.00+27.75%
3/21/2025National Bank Financial
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S. Nagle
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UpgradeStrong-Buy
3/19/2025Stifel Canada
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R. Profiti
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2/13/2025CIBC
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 Boost TargetOutperform$13.00 ➝ $14.00+21.69%
10/4/2024Jefferies Financial Group
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 Boost TargetHold ➝ Hold$9.00 ➝ $10.00+6.38%
5/9/2024Cormark
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R. Gray
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11/13/2023TD Securities
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 Boost TargetBuy$6.50 ➝ $7.00+34.36%
9/11/2023Desjardins
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J. Sclodnick
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Initiated CoverageBuy
8/17/2023CSFB
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 Boost TargetNegative$5.25 ➝ $5.50+17.02%

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Should I Buy Kinross Gold Stock? KGC Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, April 14, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these Kinross Gold pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Kinross Gold
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Kinross Gold Co.:

  • Kinross Gold Co. has a diverse portfolio of mining operations across multiple countries, including the United States, Brazil, Chile, Canada, and Mauritania, which helps mitigate risks associated with geopolitical instability and market fluctuations.
  • The company is actively involved in the exploration and development of new gold properties, which can lead to increased production and revenue in the future, enhancing its growth potential.
  • Recent financial reports indicate that Kinross Gold Co. has a strong institutional backing, with 63.69% of its stock owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors, suggesting confidence in the company's future performance.
  • As of now, the stock price of Kinross Gold Co. is approximately $9.25, which may be considered an attractive entry point for investors looking for exposure to the gold sector.
  • Kinross Gold Co. is involved in the production and sale of silver alongside gold, providing additional revenue streams and diversification within the precious metals market.

Kinross Gold
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Kinross Gold Co. for these reasons:

  • The mining industry is subject to significant volatility, and fluctuations in gold prices can adversely affect Kinross Gold Co.'s profitability and stock performance.
  • Operational challenges, such as those related to mining regulations and environmental concerns, can lead to increased costs and potential project delays, impacting overall financial health.
  • While the company has a strong institutional presence, it also means that stock price movements can be heavily influenced by institutional trading strategies, which may not always align with long-term investor interests.
  • Investors may face risks associated with currency fluctuations, especially since Kinross Gold Co. operates in multiple countries, which can affect revenue when converted back to the U.S. dollar.
  • The company's focus on gold and silver means it is heavily reliant on the performance of these commodities, which can be a risk if market conditions change unfavorably.

KGC Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 8 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Kinross Gold is $13.30, with a high forecast of $16.00 and a low forecast of $10.00.

8 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Kinross Gold in the last year. There are currently 2 hold ratings, 4 buy ratings and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" KGC shares.

According to analysts, Kinross Gold's stock has a predicted downside of -5.47% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Kinross Gold's stock had 2 upgrades by analysts.

Kinross Gold has been rated by research analysts at BMO Capital Markets, CIBC, National Bank Financial, National Bankshares, Raymond James, Scotiabank, and Stifel Canada in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Kinross Gold more than other "basic materials" companies. The consensus rating for Kinross Gold is Buy while the average consensus rating for "basic materials" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how KGC compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:KGC) was last updated on 5/3/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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