Ross Beaty has been building mining companies for 50 years. From Pan American Silver to Equinox Gold, his name is synonymous with the Canadian resource sector. In this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar the legendary mining entrepreneur explains why gold’s surge past $3,300 may have plenty of room left. He breaks down how central banks, geopolitical chaos, and a growing distrust of the U.S. dollar are driving demand—and why tight supply could keep prices elevated.Amber and Ross discuss the underperformance of gold stocks vs bullion as well as the internal missteps and operational challenges that stalled Equinox Gold’s momentum. Beaty owns those missteps and lays out how the company is positioning for a rebound. Beaty weighs in on Trump-era tariffs, M&A in the mining sector, and misguided critical mineral policy in Canada. Plus, he shares how Chinese mining firms are scooping up assets while Western investors remain gun-shy. Beaty also explains why he believes Bitcoin isn’t a real threat to gold’s dominance.To end the interview, Ross shares the best and worst deals of his career, the Canadian mining leaders he admires, and why gold, silver, and copper still top his list. A must-watch for anyone investing in commodities, macro trends, or Canadian markets.Timestamps00:00 Show intro01:05 Did Ross anticipate this big gold rally?04:15 What is Ross’s guiding light when it comes to gold and what does the future hold?11:15 Break11:50 What usually drives a downside for gold?14:00 Ross’s view on crypto and what it means for gold16:20 The relationship between gold and gold stocks18:50 Discussing gold companies and what’s coming for them22:20 Break22:45 M&A in the gold sector26:10 What happened with Equinox Gold and what’s the path forward?31:55 Why Ross believes he needs to talk candidly about the problems with Equinox33:35 Has there been M&A interest in Equinox?37:40 Who does Ross admire and why he thinks Canada is a great place for mining (and hopes it stays that way)40:40 Ross’s rant on the obsession with critical minerals44:20 Ross on renewable energy: Trump is the king of chaos50:00 Rapid fire questions SponsorsFor over 25 years, Raymond James has been helping Canadians achieve their financial goals. Visit https://raymondjames.ca today to discover how you can live a life well planned.With $62 billion in assets, ATB Financial is powering possibilities for more than 820,000 financial services clients in Alberta and beyond. Visit https://ATB.com/inthemoney for more informationOver the last 45 years, Middlefield has helped Canadians build and preserve wealth through active management. Ask your financial advisor about Middlefield or learn more at https://middlefield.com today.Discover how The Murray Wealth Group can work for you by visiting https://MurrayWealthGroup.com. World Class Investing. Wealth built Together.Linkshttps://inthemoneypod.com/ https://instagram.com/inthemoneypodhttps://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569721774740 https://twitter.com/inthemoneypod https://tiktok.com/@[email protected] The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or professional advice.The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company. The host and guests may maintain positions in any securities discussed on the podcast. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any investment decisions.In the Money delivers expert stock picks, actionable ideas, and timely money management tips. Hosted by business journalist Amber Kanwar, each episode features interviews with top portfolio managers who suggest ways to achieve good returns. Covering everything from ETFs and Canadian stocks to global investing trends, dividend strategies, and risk management, this show is made for DIY investors, stock market enthusiasts, and anyone looking to sharpen their financial strategy.Contact: [email protected]#IntheMoney #Investing #StockMarket #CanadianInvesting #FinancialNews

Ask this episode

“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

Transcript

Related