$ABX

Analysts updated ratings on three financial stocks: Zurich Insurance Group (ZFSVF) received a Hold rating with a CHF520 price target, Abacus Global Management (ABX) a Buy with a $13.50 target, and Blackstone Group (BX) a Buy with a $140 target. Consensus ratings and targets vary, with ZFSVF at Moderate Buy ($712.30), ABX at Strong Buy ($14.13), and BX at Moderate Buy ($145.50).

Abacus Global Management (ABX) founders canceled plans to sell shares, citing alignment with shareholders. They will retain ownership despite transitioning from operational roles. Shares closed at $7.82, down 2.49% on Wednesday.

McNealy Sean sold 80,954 shares of Abacus Global Management, Inc. (ABX) at an average of $8.29 ($8.01–$8.79, $0.67M total) across 3 trades over 2026-09-18 to 2026-09-22 under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Kirby Kevin Scott sold 81,500 shares of Abacus Global Management, Inc. (ABX) at an average of $8.29 ($8.01–$8.79, $0.68M total) across 3 trades over 2026-09-18 to 2026-09-22 under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Ganovsky Matthew sold 81,312 shares of Abacus Global Management, Inc. (ABX) at an average of $8.29 ($8.01–$8.79, $0.67M total) across 3 trades over 2026-09-18 to 2026-09-22 under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Metals Focus reports that 18 major gold miners are advancing on ESG targets, with mixed environmental performance in 2025. Combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions remained stable at 29.9M tonnes of CO2, but emissions intensity rose 7%. Energy use increased 4.8% to 334 PJ. Payments to governments rose 77% to $18.2B, with Barrick Mining contributing the most. Fatalities fell to 21, the lowest since the pandemic.

Unions at Barrick Mining's (TSX: ABX) Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex in Mali have issued strike notices, citing unmet demands. Strikes could begin September 28, affecting one of Mali's largest gold operations. Mali has tightened control over its mining sector, and the complex's production is still recovering from a dispute.

A 10% shareholder of Abacus Global (NYSE: ABX), Sean McNealy, plans to sell 500,000 shares worth $4.5M through J.P. Morgan. The shares, including RSUs and IPO shares, will be sold by McNealy Family Holdings LLC on or before December 18, 2026.

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) announced a $3b share buyback, reflecting its cash generation. The company is expanding into copper with projects like Reko Diq and Lumwana. Analysts forecast revenue of $24.9b and earnings of $7.1b by 2029, with a fair value estimate of CA$65.74, a 7% upside from the current share price of CA$61.56. The buyback and copper focus are key factors for investors.

The TSX rose 21.03 points to 36,654.15 by noon, with BRP gaining 5.7% after an upgrade. SSR Mining and Barrick Mining declined. The Canadian dollar dipped to 72.25 cents. U.S. jobs data boosted Fed rate hike bets, impacting global markets.