i-80 Gold Corp. faces a challenging earnings season as it reports a significant miss on EPS estimates.
On August 10, 2026, i-80 Gold Corp. (IAU.TO) released its earnings report for the fiscal period ending June 30, 2026. The company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.05, falling short of analysts' expectations by 25%. This continues a trend of struggling to meet earnings targets, with no positive surprises in the last four quarters.
Recent earnings trend
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i-80 Gold Corp.
IAU.TO
IAU.TO
i-80 Gold Corp.
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$2.04B
52W high
$3.04
52W low
$1.25
1W change
-6.15%
Beta
2.13
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering IAU · as of Oct 2, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast IAU stock price to rise 86.2% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$4.26
+86.2% Upside
Previously C$4.25 on Oct 1, 2026
Current Price
C$2.29
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on IAU's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
54.5%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
61.4%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$2.74
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$2.43 | C$2.01 – C$2.93 |
| 60 trading days | C$2.58 | C$1.98 – C$3.37 |
| 90 trading days | C$2.74 | C$1.98 – C$3.79 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 1 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-10 | -0.0500 | -0.0400 | -25.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-12 | -0.1288 | 0.0100 | -1388.0% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-19 | -0.0500 | -0.0100 | -400.0% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-12 | -0.0400 | -0.0100 | -300.0% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-13 | -0.0700 | -0.0200 | -250.0% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-04-01 | -0.0800 | -0.0200 | -300.0% |
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Investor takeaway: For investors, the recent earnings miss highlights ongoing operational challenges at i-80 Gold. Despite a bullish consensus rating from analysts, the company's inability to turn a profit in recent quarters raises concerns about its growth strategy and ability to capitalize on favorable market conditions.
EPS Miss: -$0.05 vs. Estimate -$0.04
With a 25% surprise on the negative side, i-80 Gold's earnings report continues a troubling trend of underperformance, raising questions about its operational efficiency and market strategy.
Bull case
i-80 Gold has a bullish consensus rating among analysts, with an average price target of C$4.29, suggesting significant upside potential. The company's recent initiatives, including a fully funded development plan and successful capital raises, could set it up for future growth.
Bear case
The company has consistently missed earnings targets, with a profit margin of -198.82%. Investors should be cautious given the uncertain operational environment and the risk of further financial underperformance.
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