| Below is an important message from one of our highly valued sponsors. Please read it carefully as they have some special information to share with you. Dear Reader, This ad is sent on behalf of Paradigm Press, LLC, at 1001 Cathedral St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Today's editorial pick for you 3 Mining Stocks with the Potential for Explosive UpsidePosted On Dec 29, 2025 by Chris Markoch  Metals and mining stocks are notoriously cyclical in nature. However, 2025 has presented investors with a perfect storm of sorts for those pursuing the metals trade. Table of ContentsThe debasement trade in gold is well-documented and will continue into 2026 and beyond. That trade is also beginning to show up in the price of silver, which may overtake gold as a catch-up trade in the new year. However, the move in metals and mining stocks extends beyond what is being called the "Burl Ives trade" (i.e., silver and gold; look up Yukon Cornelius, young ones). While not a precious metal, copper is going to be one of the most critical metals for the next decade. It's needed in virtually every significant industry. It's also time to consider rare earth metals. There's been a lot of noise in this sector in 2025. That's likely to continue in 2026, but the importance of rare earths to the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is impossible to ignore. Mining stocks can be a way for you to get solid exposure to the metals market without the custodial risks of owning physical metals or the volatility of trading commodities. Here are four names to consider for 2026. Mining Stocks to Buy: MP Materials – Rare Earth Exposure in a Strategic EraAs mentioned in the introduction, rare earth elements are no longer an obscure corner of the commodity market; they're becoming strategic assets in the emerging AI and clean energy economy. MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is still the best U.S.-based pure play on that theme. The company's Mountain Pass mine in California continues to ramp up production as it works to close the loop from mining to magnet manufacturing. With the U.S. government prioritizing domestic rare earth independence from China, MP stands to benefit from favorable policy support, higher pricing power, and supply chain security initiatives. Looking ahead to 2026, there will be consistent, if not growing demand for neodymium magnets used in EV motors, wind turbines, and AI data centers. In that case, MP's vertically integrated model could gain serious operating leverage. For speculative investors eyeing asymmetric upside, MP offers a long-dated play on America's strategic mineral independence. Despite a frustratingly choppy market for MP due to operational delays and soft short-term pricing, MP stock is still up 242% in 2025. But it’s down about 22% in the last three months of the year. That could create a buying opportunity. Analysts give MP stock a consensus price target of $79, which is 47% higher than its closing price on December 26. Mining Stocks to Buy: Freeport-McMoRan – The Copper King's Second WindAnalysts believe the year-end rally in copper is only the beginning of a strong catch-up trade in 2026 and beyond. Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) is positioned as the global bellwether of copper. With major exposure to low-cost, long-life assets in the Americas and Indonesia, Freeport has the scale and flexibility to capitalize on tightening copper markets. The story here is a simple case of strong, structural demand meeting scarce supply. Electrification trends, grid upgrades, and data center construction all point toward a multiyear bull market for copper. Analysts now forecast a potential deficit emerging by late 2026, and Freeport's balance sheet has rarely been stronger. After several years of deleveraging, the company is quietly transforming from a cyclical miner into a cash-flow machine geared toward shareholder returns. If copper prices continue creeping toward the long-term incentive level near $5 per pound, Freeport's margins could expand dramatically. For investors seeking exposure to hard assets with true growth optionality, FCX remains one of the best-positioned asymmetric bets in the sector. Mining Stocks to Buy: Dakota Gold – A High-Conviction Bet on U.S. GoldThe first two stocks on my list may not have scratched your speculative itch. But that's about to change with my third pick. Dakota Gold (NYSEAM: DC) is not a household name. But for investors looking for early-stage exposure to the U.S. gold renaissance, this South Dakota-based explorer may be the under-the-radar winner in the making. Its Homestake District project sits on historically prolific ground that produced more than 40 million ounces of gold over a century. The company's recent drilling results at its Richmond Hill site have started to validate that history, showing high-grade mineralization with promising continuity. Gold's macro backdrop looks increasingly favorable. With real yields capping and fiscal deficits growing, 2026 could set the stage for renewed inflows into gold equities. As capital rotates toward U.S.-based, geopolitically secure assets, Dakota Gold could capture outsized attention. Exploration remains inherently speculative, but discoveries in this district often re-rate quickly once continuity is proven. Investors with a tolerance for volatility and an eye for leverage to higher gold prices should consider DC a potential hidden gem with multibagger potential. Mining Stocks to Buy: Endeavour Silver -Riding the Silver BetaEndeavour Silver (NYSE: EXK) is one of the purest ways to play a potential silver catch-up rally in 2026. The company operates three producing mines in Mexico and is transitioning into a near-term growth phase as its Terronera project comes online. Terronera is expected to roughly double Endeavour's production profile while materially reducing unit costs—a combination that could significantly expand margins at spot silver prices. Silver's unique position between monetary metal and industrial commodity makes it particularly interesting going into a year marked by both rate-cut odds and AI-driven manufacturing demand. Historically, silver has outperformed gold in the middle innings of a precious metals rally, and Endeavour's cost structure gives it strong torque to rising prices. While execution risk remains, Endeavour's clean balance sheet and pipeline of growth assets give it genuine leverage to the next leg of the silver cycle. For those seeking speculative exposure with credible operational progress, EXK offers a high-beta play on silver's potential resurgence. Final Thoughts: Positioning for Asymmetry in 2026The metals trade is cyclical, but cycles often disguise opportunity. The setup heading into 2026 blends supply stress, policy tailwinds, and technological demand in a way investors rarely see. From rare earths and copper to gold and silver, each of these companies offers a distinctive risk-reward profile—but all share the same theme: asymmetry. For investors willing to embrace volatility, 2026 could be a breakout year for this overlooked corner of the market. This is a PAID ADVERTISEMENT provided to the subscribers of StockEarnings Free Newsletter. Although we have sent you this email, StockEarnings does not specifically endorse this product nor is it responsible for the content of this advertisement. Furthermore, we make no guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Your privacy is very important to us, if you wish to be excluded from future notices, do not reply to this message. Instead, please click Unsubscribe. 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