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Top 10 Stocks That Outperformed the Market This Week

Despite a generally pessimistic outlook in the broader market, ten stocks managed to close the trading week with significant gains. These companies outperformed the major indices, which all ended in the red. The Nasdaq fell by 2.15 percent, the Dow Jones declined by 1.73 percent, and the S&P 500 dropped by 1.67 percent.

In this article, we highlight the top 10 performing stocks on Friday and explore the reasons behind their success. Our selection criteria included companies with a market capitalization of at least $2 billion and a trading volume of 5 million shares or more.

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10. Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL)

Hecla Mining saw its share prices rise by 4.30 percent on Friday, closing at $17.93 per share. This increase was driven by a rally in the prices of silver and gold, as investors sought safer assets amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Silver and gold both gained over 2 percent during the session, fueled by heightened geopolitical uncertainty following Israel’s decision to continue attacks on Iran despite a temporary pause from the United States. This environment created increased demand for precious metals, benefiting companies like Hecla Mining.

In addition to the positive market conditions, Hecla Mining successfully sold its Casa Berardi Mine in Quebec, Canada, for $160 million in cash and approximately 65.8 million Orezone common shares. The deal also includes $321 million in deferred cash payments and contingent cash consideration.

Founded in 1891, Hecla Mining is one of the oldest and largest silver producers globally, with operations in the U.S. and Canada.

9. Equinox Gold Corp. (NYSEAmerican:EQX)

Equinox Gold rose by 4.57 percent on Friday, ending at $12.58 per share. This gain was attributed to a surge in precious metal prices, with silver up 2.50 percent at $69.76 per ounce and gold jumping 2.70 percent to $4,494.09 an ounce.

Investors are betting that higher spot prices will translate into better profit margins for mining companies. Despite the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, Equinox Gold remains one of the largest gold producers, operating in Canada and across the Americas.

The company reported a 35-percent drop in net income to $221.5 million in 2025, compared to $339.3 million in 2024. However, revenues doubled to $1.8 billion year-on-year.

8. IAMGOLD Corp. (NYSE:IAG)

IAMGOLD saw its stock jump by 4.91 percent on Friday, closing at $17.74 per share. This increase was driven by the rising prices of silver and gold, which both surged by over 2 percent during the day.

Investors are turning to safer assets amid the uncertainty in the Middle East, boosting demand for precious metals. IAMGOLD reported a 18.9-percent decline in net income to $664.4 million in 2025, but revenues soared by 75 percent to $2.852 billion.

In the fourth quarter alone, IAMGOLD’s net income jumped 372 percent to $406.6 million, with revenues increasing by 131 percent to $1.088 billion.

7. The Campbell’s Company (NASDAQ:CPB)

Campbell’s shares rose by 4.96 percent on Friday, closing at $21.99 per share. This increase was due to investor anticipation of upcoming dividends, with the company set to pay $0.39 per share to shareholders of record as of April 2, payable on May 4, 2026.

This marks the second round of dividends for 2026, following a similar payout in February. Despite a 16-percent drop in attributable net income to $145 million in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, the company continues to focus on shareholder value through its share repurchase program.

6. Brown-Forman Corp. (NYSE:BF-B)

Brown-Forman extended its three-day rally on Friday, gaining 5.63 percent to close at $27.19 per share. This increase followed a rating and price target upgrade from JPMorgan, which raised its price target to $27 from $25 and upgraded its rating to “neutral” from “underweight.”

JPMorgan noted that Brown-Forman is open to exploring value creation opportunities, including potential mergers. On Thursday, the company confirmed it was reviewing a “merger of equals” with Pernod Ricard to create a global spirits leader.

Brown-Forman is a leading name in the spirits industry, owning brands such as Jack Daniel’s, Woodford Reserve, and Old Forester.