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If you are wondering whether Alamos Gold shares still offer value after a strong run, this article will walk through what the current price might be implying. The stock closed at C$59.68, with returns of 4.7% over 7 days, 15.6% over 30 days, 13.2% year to date, 115.6% over 1 year, 318.0% over 3 years, and a very large gain over 5 years. Recent attention on the stock has centered on how these returns line up with broader interest in gold related names and company specific developments...

Portage Ventures, part of Power Corporation of Canada, has expanded into secondary fintech investments by taking over management of Point72 Ventures’ portfolio of around 40 mature fintech companies in a new US$280 million fund. This move highlights Power Corp.’s push to grow its Sagard alternative asset platform and deepen its exposure to fee-based private-market fintech assets. We’ll now examine how Portage’s move into managing secondary fintech assets could influence Power Corp.’s...

If you are wondering whether New Gold's share price still offers value after a strong run, or if the easy gains are behind it, this article focuses squarely on what the current price might be implying. The stock last closed at C$14.12, with returns of 8.8% over 7 days, 24.8% over 30 days, 19.9% year to date and a very large gain over the past year and three years, plus a more than 4x gain over five years. Recent coverage has highlighted New Gold's sharp multi period share price moves and the...

Avino Silver & Gold Mines recently increased production capacity at its Avino Mine in Durango, Mexico, supported by infrastructure upgrades, ongoing exploration, and technology such as satellite-based mineral detection to improve resource targeting. By combining diversified silver, gold, and copper output with ESG-focused operations and cost-saving technologies, the company is aiming to reinforce operational resilience and better align with long-term industrial and investment demand for...

Many investors are asking whether Pan American Silver is still reasonably priced after a strong run, or if the easy gains are already behind it. This article focuses squarely on what you are paying for the business today. With the share price at CA$77.91 and reported returns of 5.5% over 7 days, 14.7% over 30 days, 11.2% year to date, 160.5% over 1 year, 238.7% over 3 years and 113.9% over 5 years, investors are considering whether the current valuation still stacks up. Recent coverage...

Why HIVE Digital Technologies stock is back on investor radar HIVE Digital Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) has announced a Paraguay joint venture to launch one of the country’s first AI focused BUZZ Cloud platforms, signaling a move beyond its core Bitcoin mining operations. See our latest analysis for HIVE Digital Technologies. The Paraguay AI expansion comes as HIVE’s share price, now at CA$4.76, shows a 7 day share price return of 11.74% and a 30 day share price return of 23.96%. The 90 day share...

Stantec (TSX:STN) has drawn investor interest recently after posting annual revenue of CA$6.33b and net income of CA$483.5m, putting fresh attention on how the stock’s recent performance lines up with those fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Stantec. At a share price of CA$136.50, Stantec’s 30 day share price return of 6.01% contrasts with a 90 day share price decline of 11.90%, while its 1 year total shareholder return of 23.90% and 5 year total shareholder return of 222.77% point to...

Whitecap Resources Inc. recently drew attention with its approximately 6.5% dividend yield, paid monthly, alongside strong operational performance and a raised outlook based on past results. Heavy pre-market trading and analyst interest ahead of the now-past 25 February 2026 earnings release underline how its monthly income profile and cash generation are influencing investor behaviour. We’ll now examine how Whitecap’s high monthly dividend yield and recent operational strength shape the...

If you are wondering whether Peyto Exploration & Development's share price still offers value at around $22.34, you are not alone; many investors are asking the same question. The stock has had a mixed run recently, with a 5.4% gain over the last 7 days, a 2.7% decline over the last 30 days, a 1.2% decline year to date, and a 41.2% return over the past year, while the 3 year return is 118% and the 5 year return is around 7x. Recent attention around Peyto has largely focused on its role...

Great-West Lifeco (TSX:GWO) has launched a new normal course issuer bid after board approval on January 2, 2026. The bid allows repurchases of up to 20,000,000 common shares, or 2.2% of its share capital. See our latest analysis for Great-West Lifeco. The new buyback plan comes after a strong run for investors, with a 1 year total shareholder return of 51.35% and a 3 year total shareholder return of 124.90%. The 90 day share price return of 13.32% contrasts with softer recent moves,...

Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. recently appointed veteran Canadian retail executive Carmen Fortino to its board and plans to add finance leader Matt Reindel on April 1, 2026, following the earlier exit of private equity–nominated directors Kevin Hofmann and Patrick Hillegass. These board changes highlight Pet Valu’s transition away from former principal shareholders toward a more independent governance structure with deep retail, supply chain and finance expertise. We’ll now examine how bringing on...

In recent months, TC Energy completed the unbundling of its liquids pipelines business, helping its remaining natural gas and power assets attract a premium valuation while management outlined a three-year plan targeting 5% to 7% annual growth and 2026 EBITDA guidance implying 6% to 8% operating earnings growth. An important angle is TC Energy’s 48.4% interest in Bruce Power, which could become a major cash generator as demand for clean baseload electricity rises, reinforcing the company’s...

In early January 2026, Digi Power X Inc. announced a non-binding letter of intent with Omnis Pleasants LLC to explore up to 1.3 GW of power access, a land lease of up to 200 acres, and potential equity alignment tied to the Pleasants Power Station in West Virginia for AI and high-performance computing infrastructure. The proposed framework could give Digi Power X both the physical footprint and a pathway to a more than 10% ownership stake in a large power asset, aligning data center...

As the first week of 2026 unfolds, the Canadian market is navigating a landscape shaped by new economic data and policy shifts, with global events such as geopolitical tensions in Venezuela capturing attention. In this context, penny stocks—though an older term—remain relevant for investors seeking opportunities in smaller or less-established companies. By focusing on those with strong financial foundations and potential for growth, these stocks can offer value and stability amid broader...

Global Atomic Corporation recently announced sizeable capital-raising plans, including a CAD 25 million composite units offering and a CAD 50,000,000.16 non-brokered private placement of 56,818,182 units, each comprising one share and a warrant exercisable at CAD 1.15 over 36 months. This twin funding move materially enlarges Global Atomic’s financial toolkit, potentially influencing how investors assess its ability to finance future projects and growth options. We’ll now examine how this...

Why Savaria’s fresh high is drawing attention Savaria (TSX:SIS) recently touched a fresh annual high on strong trading volume, putting its accessibility and mobility business in sharper focus for investors watching the capital goods space. See our latest analysis for Savaria. The latest move to CA$23.97 comes after a 9.8% 1 month share price return and an 11.5% 3 month share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 28.0% points to momentum that has been building rather than...

The Canadian market has started 2026 with a flurry of activity, influenced by geopolitical shifts and fresh economic data, while the Bank of Canada maintains its current interest rate stance. In this context, penny stocks—often associated with smaller or newer companies—remain a niche yet intriguing investment area. When supported by strong financial health, these stocks can offer growth opportunities at lower price points.

The Canadian market has been navigating a complex landscape in early 2026, marked by geopolitical shifts and economic data releases that have yet to significantly sway the broader economy or markets. In this environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks often involves looking for companies with strong fundamentals and resilience amidst evolving global dynamics.

NuVista Energy (TSX:NVA) is back on many investors’ radars after recent share price moves. This is prompting closer attention to its current valuation, recent returns, and the earnings power behind its Western Canada focused portfolio. See our latest analysis for NuVista Energy. At a share price of CA$18.31, NuVista’s recent 1 day and 7 day share price returns of 0.94% and 3.27% suggest interest has been building again, while a 1 year total shareholder return of 34.73% and a very large 5 year...

Insiders who purchased CA$3.87m worth of Rackla Metals Inc. ( CVE:RAK ) shares over the past year recouped some of...

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Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. ( TSE:SOIL ) insiders who purchased shares in the last 12 months were richly rewarded last week...

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