Metals prices and mining stocks have plummeted in recent weeks, with gold declining steadily from a firm footing above $1,800 an ounce to below $1,700 temporarily. Analysis reveals reasons to be bullish on both Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) and Barrick Gold (GOLD)(TSE: ABX) right now, although Freeport is looking better than Barrick in the short term. While inflation has historically been good for gold, traditionally a safe-haven investment, it hasn't done anything to help the precious metal this year.