Newmont (NYSE:NEM) (NYSE: NEM) is a leading global mining company primarily engaged in the exploration, development, and production of precious metals. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Newmont specializes in gold mining while also producing copper, silver, zinc, and lead as by-products of its operations. The company’s portfolio includes both open-pit and underground mines, as well as heap leach facilities and advanced processing plants.
With a presence on multiple continents, Newmont operates assets in North America, South America, Australia, Africa, and Asia. Key projects span Nevada in the United States, where Newmont has maintained a longstanding leadership position, as well as mines in Peru, Suriname, Ghana, and Western Australia. The company’s global footprint is complemented by exploration initiatives in emerging jurisdictions to support future growth and resource replacement.
Throughout its history, Newmont has pursued strategic acquisitions and partnerships to strengthen its reserves and diversify its asset base. Notable milestones include the merger with Goldcorp in 2019, which elevated Newmont to the largest gold producer by output. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Tom Palmer, who assumed the role in 2021, and Executive Chairman John J. Thornton, Newmont emphasizes operational excellence, sustainability, and community engagement as cornerstones of its corporate strategy.
