4 Metals and Mining Stocks to Sell Now

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For the current week, the overall ratings of four Metals and Mining stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a “D” (“sell”) or “F” overall (“strong sell”).

Banro Corp. (AMEX:BAA) earns a D (“sell”) this week, moving down from last week’s grade of C (“hold”). Banro Corporation is engaged in the exploration and development of four gold properties, which are known as Twangiza, Namoya, Lugushwa and Kamituga. In Portfolio Grader’s specific subcategories of Earnings Revisions, Equity, and Cash Flow, BAA also gets an F. For a full analysis of BAA stock, visit Portfolio Grader.

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products (NASDAQ:USAP) earns a D this week, falling from last week’s grade of C. Universal Stainless & Alloy Products manufactures and markets semi-finished and finished specialty steel products, including stainless steel, tool steel, and certain other alloyed steels. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Revisions and Earnings Surprise. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of USAP stock.

AuRico Gold (NYSE:AUQ) gets an F (“strong sell”) this week after earning a D (“sell”) during the week prior. AuRico Gold engages in the exploration, development, and production of gold and silver projects and properties in Canada, Mexico, and Australia. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Growth, Earnings Momentum, and Earnings Revisions. The stock price has droped 20.3% over the past month, worse than 1% increase the S&P 500 has seen over the same period of time. For a full analysis of AUQ stock, visit Portfolio Grader.

Molycorp (NYSE:MCP) is having a rough week. The company’s rating falls from a D to an F rating. Molycorp is a rare earth oxide producer in the Western hemisphere and owns fully developed rare earth project outside of China. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Momentum, Earnings Revisions, and Cash Flow. Investors seem to agree with the downgrade and have pushed down the share price 10% over the past month. As of July 23, 18.4% of outstanding Molycorp shares were held short. To get an in-depth look at MCP, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of MCP stock.

Louis Navellier’s proprietary Portfolio Grader stock ranking system assesses roughly 5,000 companies every week based on a number of fundamental and quantitative measures. Stocks are given a letter grade based on their results — with A being “strong buy,” and F being “strong sell.” Explore the tool here.


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