We recently compiled a list of the 12 Best High Volume Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. In this article, we are going to take a look at where B2Gold Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN:BTG) stands against the other high volume stocks.

Understanding trading volume is crucial for investors as it reveals the number of shares exchanged in a given period, which signals market interest and momentum. Stocks are classified as high or low volume based on this activity. High-volume stocks are the ones that are typically trading 500,000+ shares daily, and offer benefits like minimized volatility and tighter spreads, although they may involve speculative plays. Conversely, low-volume stocks present potential opportunities for value investors, though they carry higher volatility and liquidity risks. Analyzing volume helps identify market trends, confirm breakouts, and inform buy and/or sell decisions, especially for short-term trading strategies. However, it's essential to consider volume alongside other factors for a comprehensive investment approach.

On February 20, Drew Matus, Chief Market Strategist at MetLife Investment Management, appeared on CNBC to discuss stock rotations and their implications for the market. When asked about the lack of upward revisions from the MAG7, Matus emphasized that it would be healthy for the market to see a rotation where the other 493 stocks in the S&P 500 begin to contribute more significantly. He explained that high concentration in equities tends to create instability, and a broader participation in growth would signal a healthier economic environment. The discussion then highlighted the evidence of this rotation, as the S&P Equal Weight index is up about 4.25% year-to-date, closely matching the 4.5% gain of the market-cap-weighted index. Matus acknowledged this trend and its importance, noting that slightly higher inflation has been manageable for companies able to pass along costs. He also pointed out that growth numbers remain strong and optimism persists, particularly among small business owners.

Methodology

We first used stock screeners to compile a list of stocks with high average 3-month volumes. We then selected 12 stocks that had a high average upside potential of over 25% and were the most popular among elite hedge funds. The stocks are ranked in ascending order of their average upside potential. We’ve also added the hedge fund sentiment for each stock, as of Q4 2024, which was sourced from Insider Monkey’s database.

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Aerial view of a gold mine in Mali, showing the scale of the mining operations.

B2Gold Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN:BTG)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 19

Average Volume (3-Month): 21.054 million

Upside Potential as of February 19: 33.64%

B2Gold Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN:BTG) is a global gold producer that operates key mines in Africa and Southeast Asia. Beyond its established mines in Mali, the Philippines, and Namibia, it's developing projects in Colombia and holds strategic interests in other mining ventures. This demonstrates a commitment to growth and diversification within the gold sector.

The company announced its Q4 and full-year 2024 financial results recently. Q4 gold production reached 186,001 ounces, and the full year totaled 804,778 ounces. While some mines exceeded expectations, delays at the Fekola mine impacted overall output. It reported a net loss of $0.01 per share in Q4 and $0.48 per share for the full year, primarily due to impairment charges. The company ended the year with $337 million in cash and equivalents.

Its Goose Project remains on schedule for its first gold production in Q2 2025, with total capital expenditures estimated at C$1,540 million. The Goose Project is B2Gold Corp.'s (NYSEAMERICAN:BTG) new gold mine in Nunavut, Canada. The company expects to produce 120,000 to 150,000 ounces of gold from this project in 2025 and an average of 310,000 ounces annually from 2026 to 2031.

Overall BTG ranks 11th on our list of the best high volume stocks to buy according to analysts. While we acknowledge the potential of BTG as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold great promise for delivering high returns and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than BTG but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.

 

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