Vista Gold Corporation's latest earnings report reveals a challenging landscape for investors, highlighting its ongoing struggles in the metals and mining sector.
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Vista Gold Corporation
VGZ.TO
VGZ.TO
Vista Gold Corporation
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$553.23M
52W high
$4.25
52W low
$2.10
1W change
-0.79%
Beta
1.35
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering VGZ · as of Sep 17, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast VGZ stock price to rise 30.9% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$4.96
+30.9% Upside
Current Price
C$3.79
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 VGZ's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
69.6%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
73.3%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$4.53
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$4.02 | C$3.16 – C$5.11 |
| 60 trading days | C$4.27 | C$3.04 – C$6.00 |
| 90 trading days | C$4.53 | C$2.99 – C$6.87 |
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.
Beat estimates in 1 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-12 | -0.0280 | — | — |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-04-30 | -0.0328 | — | — |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-10 | -0.0188 | — | — |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-11 | -0.0079 | — | — |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-13 | -0.0261 | — | — |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-04-30 | -0.0314 | — | — |
Vista Gold Corporation (VGZ.TO) recently reported its earnings for the second quarter of 2026, ending June 30. The results, released after market hours on August 12, 2026, showcased a continuing trend of losses, which may concern Canadian investors looking for stability in the materials sector.
Investor takeaway: With a reported EPS of -0.028 and a historical trend of mixed earnings performance, investors should remain cautious while considering Vista Gold's ongoing projects and market conditions.
EPS of -0.028: A Continued Struggle for Profitability
Vista Gold's EPS has consistently trended negatively, with only one beat in the last four quarters, reflecting the challenges faced in the current economic climate.
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Bull case
The company has strong cash reserves and is actively developing the Mt. Todd gold project. This could set Vista Gold up for future growth, especially if gold prices rise and exploration efforts yield positive results.
Bear case
Given its history of losses and an EPS that fell short of expectations, investors may be concerned about the company's ability to turn a profit in a volatile metals market.
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