Barrick Gold: Legal and Leadership Risks Amid Impressive Q2 Results

Gold's two-year rally may be reaching a limit, with the price pulling back from its all-time high near $4,400 per ounce to around $4,000. Despite a strong YTD performance, investors should be cautious as shifting trade policies and market correction threats could sway the price either direction. Gold mining stocks, such as Barrick Gold Corp. (NYSE: B), have rallied with gold but are now facing modest declines. Analysts are bullish on Barrick, but legal and leadership risks, including an ongoing dispute with Mali and leadership transition, should be considered.