Here’s Why Wheaton (WPM) is Among the 8 Best Debt Free Gold Stocks to Buy

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE:WPM) is one of the

8 Best Debt Free Gold Stocks to Buy.

On May 8, 2026, Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE:WPM) announced the election of its Board of Directors nominees during the company’s 2026 Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders. As part of the previously announced leadership transition, Randy Smallwood assumed the role of non-executive Chair of the Board, while Haytham Hodaly joined the Board of Directors. George Brack was named Lead Independent Director.

On May 7, 2026, Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE:WPM) reported record quarterly revenue of $901M, record net earnings of $582M, record adjusted net earnings of $583M, and record operating cash flow of $766M. President and CEO Haytham Hodaly said the company delivered a strong start to 2026, supported by stronger-than-expected contributions from the Salobo and Peñasquito assets, which helped drive record revenue, earnings, and cash flow during the quarter.

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Last month, Berenberg lowered the firm’s price target on Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE:WPM) to 11,200 GBp from 13,000 GBp previously while maintaining a Buy rating on the shares.

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE:WPM) operates as a precious metals streaming company with exposure to gold, silver, palladium, platinum, and cobalt assets across multiple global mining jurisdictions.

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