Newmont's Q1 revenue jumps 46% with strong cash flow and gold reserves amid market uncertainty.

Newmont Corporation reported a 45.85% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2026, driven by higher gold prices despite a 10% drop in production. The company’s free cash flow surged 160.91%, supported by operational improvements and a focus on high-return mines while divesting lower-yield assets. Newmont maintains a low debt to free cash flow ratio of 0.60, positioning it well amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and strong central bank gold demand. However, inflation and potential interest rate hikes remain risks to watch.