For the current week, the overall ratings of 12 metals and mining stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Graderdatabase. Each of these rates a “D” (“sell”) or “F” overall (“strong sell”).

North American Palladium (PAL) ratings are on the decline this week as the company earns an F (“strong sell”). Last week, it received a D (“sell”). North American Palladium is a mineral exploration and production company. In Portfolio Grader’s specific subcategories of Earnings Revisions, Equity and Cash Flow, PAL also gets an F. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of PAL stock.

The rating of New Gold Inc. (NGD) slips from a D to an F. New Gold acquires, explores, and develops gold properties. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Growth, Earnings Revisions and Equity. Cash Flow, Margin Growth and Sales Growth also get F’s. To get an in-depth look at NGD, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of NGD stock.

McEwen Mining (MUX) gets weaker ratings this week as last week’s D drops to an F. McEwen Mining explores for, develops, and produces mineral properties. The stock receives F’s in Earnings Growth, Equity, Cash Flow and Sales Growth. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of MUX stock.

Ternium S.A. Sponsored ADR (TX) is having a tough week. The company’s rating falls from a D to an F. Ternium is a steel company that makes flat and long steel products for customers engaged in the construction, home appliances, capital goods, container, food, energy and automotive industries. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Revisions and Earnings Surprise. To get an in-depth look at TX, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of TX stock.

Eldorado Gold Corporation (EGO) is on the decline this week, earning a D (“sell”) after receiving a C (“hold”) last week. Eldorado Gold acquires, explores, and develops mineral properties. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Revisions, Earnings Surprise and Cash Flow. Margin Growth and Sales Growth also get F’s. The stock’s trailing PE Ratio is 53.70. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of EGO stock.

Barrick Gold Corporation (ABX) experiences a ratings drop this week, going from last week’s D to an F. Barrick Gold makes and sells gold, and is involved with related activities such as exploration and mine development. The stock receives F’s in Earnings Momentum, Earnings Revisions and Equity. Cash Flow and Sales Growth also get F’s. To get an in-depth look at ABX, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of ABX stock.

The rating of AuRico Gold (AUQ) declines this week from a C to a D. 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 Revisions, Equity and Cash Flow. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of AUQ stock.

Allied Nevada Gold (ANV) earns an F this week, moving down from last week’s grade of D. Allied Nevada Gold engages in the evaluation, acquisition, exploration, and advancement of gold exploration and development projects. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Growth, Earnings Revisions and Equity. Cash Flow and Margin Growth also get F’s. As of March 10, 2015, 28.6% of outstanding Allied Nevada Gold shares were held short. To get an in-depth look at ANV, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of ANV stock.

Slipping from a C to a D rating, Keegan Resources (KGN) takes a hit this week. Keegan Resources, a junior gold company, engages in the exploration and development of gold properties in Ghana, west Africa. The stock gets F’s in Equity and Cash Flow. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of KGN stock.

This is a rough week for Pan American Silver (PAAS). The company’s rating falls to D from the previous week’s C. Pan American Silver is a silver mining company with its principal property in Peru. The stock receives F’s in Earnings Growth, Earnings Revisions and Equity. Cash Flow and Sales Growth also get F’s. To get an in-depth look at PAAS, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of PAAS stock.

SunCoke Energy Partners LP (SXCP) earns an F this week, falling from last week’s grade of D. The stock also gets an F in Earnings Revisions. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of SXCP stock.

This is a rough week for Reliance Steel & Aluminum (RS). The company’s rating falls to F from the previous week’s D. Reliance Steel & Aluminum operates as a metals service center company in North America. The stock also gets an F in Earnings Revisions. To get an in-depth look at RS, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of RS stock.

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