Mining-based stocks GoldCorp (GG), NewGold (NGD), Newmont Mining (NEM), and Agnico-Eagle Mines (AEM) have surged 18.8%, 24.6%, 35.7%, and 27.5%, respectively, since the start of the year. While GG and NGD are still trading below their target prices, NEM and AEM have crossed these targets and are trading considerably above them.