Risk Assessment - Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda face the highest risk in Africa of a plunge in their foreign-exchange holdings [1] - This risk is triggered by a sudden fall in gold prices [1] - The plunge in foreign-exchange holdings could potentially put renewed pressure on their currencies [1]

Financial Performance - Newmont's quarterly profits exceeded analysts' estimates [1] - Profits were boosted by higher gold prices [1] Market Dynamics - Newmont shares increased following the release of the quarterly profits [1]