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Why McEwen Mining Inc. stock plummeted yesterday

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A significant drop in McEwen Mining Inc.'s stock raises concerns among investors.

McEwen Mining Inc. (MUX.TO) saw its stock price fall sharply by 8.14% yesterday. This sudden decline has left many investors questioning what factors led to this drop.

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McEwen Mining Inc.

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$1.35 (-4.55%)
120 day period
$22.94$29.38$35.82Apr 1Jun 26Sep 22

Market cap

$1.69B

P/E

16.1x

52W high

$40.07

52W low

$20.18

1W change

+9.56%

Beta

1.26

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering MUX · as of Sep 23, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast MUX stock price to rise 71.1% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$48.46

+71.1% Upside

Previously C$49.89 on Sep 21, 2026

Current Price

C$28.32

Last close

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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on MUX's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$18.26C$27.15C$36.04C$44.94C$53.83C$62.72TodayMay 14Jul 20Sep 22Nov 4Dec 18Jan 30

30-Day Vol

49.1%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

62.3%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$33.86

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$30.06C$25.37C$35.61
60 trading daysC$31.90C$25.10C$40.54
90 trading daysC$33.86C$25.24C$45.41

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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Investor takeaway: Investors should keep a close watch on McEwen Mining's developments, especially with recent assay results that could affect future performance.

Stock down 8.14% yesterday

Following this drop, McEwen Mining's market cap is now about CA$1.67 billion.

Bull case

If the ongoing drilling program continues to produce positive assay results, it could help restore investor confidence and push the stock price back up.

Bear case

On the other hand, ongoing volatility in the mining sector and possible delays in project developments may put more pressure on the stock.

Recent Performance Overview

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McEwen Mining Inc. faced a setback as its stock price fell by 8.14% yesterday, closing at CA$25.61. This decline is particularly troubling given the company's recent drilling updates, which had initially sparked optimism among investors.

Impact of Assay Results

Despite the stock's decline, recent assay results from the company's drilling operations show promising gold mineralization. However, the market seems to be weighing these results against broader concerns about operational execution and market volatility.

Looking Ahead

Investors should stay alert for McEwen Mining's upcoming announcements regarding their drilling program. Positive assay results could play a key role in the stock's recovery, but uncertainty remains a significant factor.

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Published: August 7, 2026
Last Updated: August 7, 2026

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