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Thinking about what to do with Brookfield Asset Management stock right now? You are not alone. Investors are weighing their options as the share price has pulled back lately, slipping 7.7% over the past week and sitting roughly 5.5% lower than it was just a month ago. Year to date, Brookfield’s stock is down 2.9%. Looking at the last year, however, the stock has still gained a healthy 11.2%. What is behind this mix of upward potential and recent dip? Some of it comes down to market sentiment...

Fortuna Mining (TSX:FVI) just published the Preliminary Economic Assessment for its Diamba Sud Gold Project in Senegal, revealing plans for an open-pit mine and a solid production outlook. The company is moving forward with early development and permitting. See our latest analysis for Fortuna Mining. Momentum around Fortuna Mining has really heated up this year. After early development milestones, robust project news, and new exploration alliances, the 1-year total shareholder return sits at...

Magna International was recently highlighted as one of the best dividend stocks with a yield above 4% and announced a new assembly contract with XPENG for the European market. The company's continued expansion in the electric vehicle segment reflects its efforts to serve a broad base of global automakers and adapt to industry changes. We'll explore how Magna's expanding electric vehicle business could influence its future outlook and investment narrative. Trump's oil boom is here - pipelines...

Trying to decide what to do with Orezone Gold right now? You are not alone. There is a lot of buzz around this gold miner, and for good reason. Over the past year, Orezone Gold has delivered a hefty 126.0% return, and if you had held on since the start of the year, you would be up an impressive 150.0%. In just the past month, the stock jumped nearly 28% while the last week saw only a slight dip of 0.6%. These moves show just how quickly sentiment can shift, especially as global markets pay...

Tamarack Valley Energy (TSX:TVE) has closed the sale of its non-core assets in Eastern Alberta, marking a meaningful shift toward focusing exclusively on Clearwater and Charlie Lake operations. The company plans to use the proceeds to reduce net debt. This will provide further flexibility for shareholder returns or growth initiatives tied to its upcoming 2026 budget. See our latest analysis for Tamarack Valley Energy. Tamarack’s recent divestiture, combined with a steady stream of dividends,...

In recent days, Largo Inc. announced a follow-on equity offering of $17.40 million and a private placement totaling $6 million, both involving common shares at a price of $1.22 per share with institutional participation. This rapid succession of capital raises is significant as it signals increased emphasis on strengthening Largo’s balance sheet and funding future projects. We'll explore how the back-to-back equity offerings and institutional backing could influence Largo's investment...

Air Canada (TSX:AC) finds itself in the spotlight after news broke of a 27% drop in Canadians returning from trips to the U.S., leading the airline to cancel flights to some secondary U.S. cities. The company is already targeting a return to its previous summer flight capacity by next year, suggesting a forward-looking approach to shifting travel demand. See our latest analysis for Air Canada. Looking at the bigger picture, Air Canada's share price has faced pressure this year as investors...

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) has been catching some investor attention lately, especially after its stock posted a 25% gain over the past 3 months. With these moves, many are asking what is next for shares. See our latest analysis for Baytex Energy. The strong 25% share price return over the past three months signals that momentum is building for Baytex Energy, even as its 1-year total shareholder return remains in the red at -15.5%. While there have not been any headline-making events lately,...

Element Fleet Management (TSX:EFN) has announced a new partnership between its Autofleet platform and inDrive, a move set to bring its intelligent fleet management technology to ride-hailing fleets worldwide. By joining forces, the companies aim to streamline centralized fleet operations with improved visibility, real-time data integration, and automation, potentially laying the groundwork for future growth and expanded international presence. See our latest analysis for Element Fleet...

Bitfarms Ltd. recently announced a private placement of US$300 million in convertible senior notes and appointed Jonathan Mir as Chief Financial Officer following Jeff Lucas's retirement, as part of its transition to high-performance computing (HPC) and AI infrastructure services in North America. Mir's 25 years of capital markets and infrastructure expertise signal Bitfarms' intent to expand its data center and AI capabilities while tapping new institutional financing avenues. We'll examine...

Earlier this month, HydroGraph Clean Power Inc. announced it had received its first U.S. patent for a novel actuator technology leveraging its proprietary Fractal Graphene, designed to provide rapid, silent, and scalable mechanical force across a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. This patent marks a significant step as HydroGraph expands its intellectual property portfolio beyond foundational graphene synthesis, opening potential for new product lines and markets. We'll...

Trying to figure out what to do with Royal Bank of Canada stock? You’re not alone. This is one of those names that lands in almost every conversation about stable, blue-chip growth on the TSX. The stock recently closed at $206.30, and its returns have definitely caught attention. If you’ve been holding on this year, you’ve enjoyed a solid 19.8% gain. Over the past twelve months, that jumps further to 23.1%. Stretch the timeline out to five years, and the bank’s shares have soared an...

Congebec and Canadian National Railway recently announced a partnership to build a state-of-the-art temperature-controlled facility within CN’s Calgary Logistics Park, combining CN’s rail strengths with Congebec’s refrigerated logistics expertise to improve cold chain infrastructure across North America. This initiative reflects a significant step toward creating a more resilient cold supply chain, aiming to ease congestion, reduce emissions, and address ongoing supply disruptions for...

On October 15, 2025, NGEx Minerals (TSX:NGEX) completed a private placement. This transaction brought in support from institutional investors worldwide as well as the Lundin Family Trusts. The equity raise included a substantial finder's fee. See our latest analysis for NGEx Minerals. The private placement drew plenty of eyes, and perhaps not by coincidence, NGEx Minerals’ share price has surged over the past quarter, recording a 46.2% 3-month return. With a total shareholder return of 116.5%...

Thinking about what to do with CGI stock right now? You are not alone. After a long stretch where the company steadily grew, the past year has been much more of a rollercoaster. Shares traded down 22.9% year-to-date and are now off 22.7% from a year ago. That has caught the eye of bargain hunters and long-term followers alike. But here is the twist: even with that slide, CGI is still up over 16% in the past three years, and boasts a nearly 40% return over five years. That is the kind of...

As the Canadian market navigates a landscape marked by global economic shifts and interest rate expectations, investors are increasingly attentive to new opportunities. While the term "penny stocks" might seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies continue to present intriguing investment possibilities. This article explores three penny stocks that combine financial resilience with potential for significant returns, offering investors a chance to uncover hidden value in quality companies.

K92 Mining (TSX:KNT) has kicked off commercial grade gold-copper-silver concentrate production at its expanded Kainantu Gold Mine in Papua New Guinea. Shipments from the new Stage 3 Expansion process plant are about to begin. The project’s inauguration marks a significant operational milestone and highlights a new phase in the company’s growth strategy. See our latest analysis for K92 Mining. K92 Mining’s latest announcement builds on a stretch of strong momentum, with share price returns of...

Silvercorp Metals (TSX:SVM) just released its fiscal second quarter results, reporting a 23% jump in revenue compared with last year. Gold production surged, and operating results reflected steady growth across key metrics. See our latest analysis for Silvercorp Metals. On the heels of these strong results and ongoing mine expansions, Silvercorp Metals has seen momentum steadily build, with a 59.2% share price return over the past three months and a remarkable 121.8% gain year-to-date. The...

Thinking about what to do with your Barrick Mining shares or considering jumping in? You are not alone. The stock has been on a wild ride lately, and investors are taking notice. With a one-year return of 80.7% and an impressive 111.6% gain year to date, Barrick has outperformed many of its peers. Even in the past 30 days, shares have surged 21.8%, showing renewed enthusiasm after a stretch of relative quiet in the mining sector. Behind these moves is a mix of market forces, including...

On October 7, 2025, Aris Mining Corporation reported consolidated third quarter and nine-month production and sales results, with production of 73,236 ounces and sales of 73,001 ounces for the quarter, and confirmed it remains on track to meet its 2025 full-year production guidance range of 230,000 to 275,000 ounces. This operational update provides investors greater transparency into Aris Mining’s ability to deliver consistent output and reinforces management’s confidence in achieving its...

If you've been weighing your next move with Sun Life Financial, you're not alone. The stock has caught quite a bit of attention lately, not just from long-term holders but also from those curious about growth stories in the financial sector. Over the past week, Sun Life Financial climbed 1.1%, and in the last month it notched an impressive 6.3% gain. Year to date, the price is up 2.9%, comfortably outpacing some peers. But it's the longer-term strength that really stands out: 16.2% over the...

Onex Corporation has announced that Megan McClellan will become Chief Financial Officer following the release of the company’s 2025 annual results in February 2026, as longtime CFO Chris Govan steps down and continues with the company to facilitate a smooth transition. With over two decades of experience in asset management and capital markets, Ms. McClellan’s appointment could signal potential changes in growth strategy and operational focus for Onex. To explore how this leadership...

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) shares have seen some movement over the past month, gaining nearly 9% in the past 3 months and up 23% over the past year. Investors may be taking a fresh look at its value angle in light of long-term returns. See our latest analysis for Enbridge. Momentum has certainly been building for Enbridge as its total shareholder return surged over 23% in the past year, with most of the gains coming in recent months. Investors seem to be responding to renewed optimism around its...

Several analysts, including Citigroup, B. Riley Securities, and RBC Capital, have recently boosted their ratings and expressed increased optimism for NovaGold Resources (TSX:NG). This renewed confidence is closely tied to positive developments at the company’s Donlin Gold project in Alaska. See our latest analysis for NovaGold Resources. Following these upgrades and the excitement around Donlin Gold, NovaGold Resources has seen remarkable momentum. The share price has surged by 46.7% over the...