Barrons·Oct 29, 2026
Equinox Gold Looks Like a Diamond in the RoughThe company has quietly transformed its operations. The stock is a buy.
Equinox Gold is undergoing a transformative inflection driven by the Greenstone mine ramp-up, with revenue surging 60.8% YoY in 2026Q2 and gross margins expanding from 4.7% in 2024Q1 to 50.9% in 2026Q1.
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Revenue growth accelerated to 60.8% YoY in 2026Q2, with gross margin expanding from 4.7% in 2024Q1 to 50.9% in 2026Q1, though it dipped to 39.2% in 2026Q2, indicating potential cost pressures.
Equinox Gold's addition to the FTSE All-World Index enhances its visibility and attractiveness to global investors.
A bull case scenario with gold prices above $2,300/oz could significantly benefit Equinox Gold's financial performance.
Faster-than-expected project ramp-up could drive higher production and cash flows for Equinox Gold.
Trailing total returns as of 11/8/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 5, 2026 | $0.15-12.2% vs $0.17 | $770M-0.8% vs $776M |
Q2 2026 May 6, 2026 | $0.28-3.4% vs $0.29 | $862M-3.9% vs $897M |
Q1 2026 Feb 18, 2026 | $0.34+58.9% vs $0.21 | $988M+3.8% vs $951M |
Q4 2025 Nov 5, 2025 | $0.11+0.0% vs $0.11 | $819M+12.0% vs $732M |
The company has quietly transformed its operations. The stock is a buy.
Equinox needs a record 258.5 koz in Q4 to meet guidance, and the stock has been down 28% since August, as if it cannot. Most of that record is a calendar effect: a full quarter of the Orla mines gets Q4 to about 269 koz at Q3 rates. The real swing is Greenstone recovery and Valentine grade, not one quarter; a 30-koz miss is worth about 7 cents a share.
CWA Asset Management Group LLC bought a new stake in Equinox Gold Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN:EQX) in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund bought 1,446,537 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $16,071,000. CWA Asset Management Group LLC owned 0.12% of Equinox Gold at the
Equinox Gold (EQX) could produce exceptional returns because of its solid growth attributes.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $11.52 | $9.09B | 11.69 | 22.12% | 31.72% | 13.71% | — | |
| $22.24 | $26.56B | 8.38 | 39.34% | 37.68% | 33.35% | 0.56% | |
| $18.76 | $10.84B | 9.45 | 77.75% | 31.46% | 27.73% | — | |
| $15.47 | $15.94B | 22.96 | 96.41% | 19.25% | 8.02% | — | |
| $5.40 | $7.2B | 6.75 | 60.95% | 31.12% | 30.02% | 1.32% | |
| $35.58 | $7.58B | 14.09 | 39.93% | 31.73% | 11.88% | — |
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Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) reported $2.58B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $1.85B in fiscal year 2025.
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) grew revenue by 35.3% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) earned $817.7M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 31.7% net margin).
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) had a return on equity (ROE) of 13.7% over the trailing twelve months. That is in line with the market's typical 10-15%.
Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) generated $61.0M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
