Newmont Corp. was already the largest producer of gold by a significant margin in 2022. Since then, it's acquired Australian competitor Newcrest in a $15 billion deal to solidify its leading position with what the company calls a "robust copper optionality." Newmont is so large that its production is around twice its next-closest competitor, Barrick Gold Corp. (NYSE:GOLD). But lately, shareholders have not been rewarded for its rapid growth, signaling a lack of confidence from investors as its s