12 High Quality Stocks to Buy for the Long Term

9. Newmont Corporation (NYSE:NEM)

On June 15, 2026, Newmont Corporation (NYSE:NEM) announced leadership appointments that further shape its Executive Leadership Team under President and CEO Natascha Viljoen. Effective July 1, Brian Tabolt has been appointed CFO, Mark Rodgers has been appointed COO, and David Thornton has been appointed CTO. Newmont also promoted David Fry to Executive Vice President, Project Development, reflecting the company’s focus on disciplined project development and execution as it advances its highest-return growth opportunities.

Earlier in June, CIBC analyst Anita Soni lowered the firm’s price target on Newmont Corporation (NYSE:NEM) to $175 from $176 and maintained an Outperformer rating on the shares. Soni updated CIBC’s model after incorporating stronger-than-expected Q1 results, higher expected costs, and the company’s second-half cadence and outlook.

Last month, Barclays initiated coverage of Newmont Corporation (NYSE:NEM) with an Overweight rating and $133 price target.

Newmont Corporation (NYSE:NEM) operates as a gold producer and explores for copper, silver, lead, zinc, and other metals.