The Globe and Mail reports in its Tuesday, Sept. 22, edition that despite inflation and interest rate hikes, analysts at National Bank Financial view metal prices positively, citing strong central bank buying, demand from China and India, a weakening greenback due to high debt levels, and geopolitical uncertainty. The Globe's David Leeder writes in the Eye On Equities column that National Bank analysts upgraded their price forecasts for all metals and foreign exchange rates. The analysts updated their long-term prices to reflect ongoing inflationary pressures and anticipated cost increases as mining companies optimize mine planning in a high commodity price environment. National analyst Don DeMarco has reaffirmed his "outperform" recommendation for Alamos Gold. He gave his share target a $5 boost to $81. Analysts on average target the shares at $66.80. Mr. DeMarco says in a note, "A rare combination of quality, growth and jurisdiction, with the Island Gold District expansion representing one of the premier value-creation opportunities in the gold sector." The Globe reported on June 23 that Mr. DeMarco had reaffirmed his "outperform" recommendation for Alamos Gold. The shares could then be had for $43.87.