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Aclara Resources Inc. ( TSE:ARA ) insiders who bought shares over the past year were rewarded handsomely last week. The...

As 2026 begins, investors are encouraged to reassess the health of the Canadian economy and consider strategic asset allocation in light of recent economic surprises and fluctuating employment trends. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing due to their potential alignment of interests between management and shareholders, offering a compelling opportunity for those seeking long-term investment stability.

As we step into 2026, the Canadian market is navigating a landscape shaped by significant shifts in economic indicators and a renewed focus on diversified investment strategies. With interest rates down and domestic employment trends showing unexpected strength, investors are encouraged to explore opportunities in small-cap stocks that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth amidst these evolving conditions.

Key Insights The projected fair value for i-80 Gold is CA$2.39 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...

Key Insights Significant control over Amaroq by retail investors implies that the general public has more power to...

Key Insights The considerable ownership by retail investors in Eupraxia Pharmaceuticals indicates that they...

Many Orla Mining Ltd. ( TSE:OLA ) insiders ditched their stock over the past year, which may be of interest to the...

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

Those holding Vext Science, Inc. ( CSE:VEXT ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 35% in the...

If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...

When close to half the companies in Canada have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 16x, you may consider...

Despite an already strong run, Kraken Robotics Inc. ( CVE:PNG ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 28% in the...

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...

The JEMTEC Inc. ( CVE:JTC ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of 45...

The Vitreous Glass Inc. ( CVE:VCI ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...

Diversified Royalty Corp. ( TSE:DIV ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.0238 on the 30th of January. Based on this payment...

If you are wondering whether TMX Group at around C$50.50 is a fair deal or starting to look expensive, you are not alone. That is exactly what this article will help you unpack. The share price is close to C$50.50 after a 3.3% decline over the last week and a 2.5% decline over the last month, while the 1 year return sits at 16.9% and the 5 year return at 126.3%. This gives useful context for thinking about value today. Recent coverage of TMX Group has focused on its role as a core part of...

Interest in ARC Resources (TSX:ARX) has picked up as investors focus on its capital returns policy, including dividends and buybacks, along with stable production guidance and resilient natural gas demand shaping current sentiment around the shares. See our latest analysis for ARC Resources. ARC Resources’ recent softness, with multi week share price returns weaker and the stock now at CA$23.25, contrasts with a very strong 5 year total shareholder return of 271.90%. This hints that near term...

CGI (TSX:GIB.A) has been recognized as a Major Contender in Everest Group's 2025 PEAK Matrix Assessment for Global Capability Center set up and transformation in India, drawing fresh investor attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for CGI. The recognition comes as CGI’s share price has recently gained momentum, with a 1-month share price return of 4.72% and a year-to-date share price return of 4.55%. This comes alongside a 1-year total shareholder return decline of 15.82% in contrast...

Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund (TSX:CHE.UN) has paired its 2026 financial guidance with another monthly distribution increase, lifting the payout to CA$0.06 and marking a third straight year of higher cash returns to unitholders. See our latest analysis for Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund. The distribution hike and planned CA$35 million to CA$55 million in growth capital spending come as momentum has been building, with a 30 day share price return of 10.62% and a 1 year total shareholder...

AltaGas (TSX:ALA) has just paired fresh operating milestones at its Pipestone II gas facility and Dimsdale storage project with a leadership shift. The company is bringing in incoming CFO Sean Brown alongside retiring finance chief James Harbilas. See our latest analysis for AltaGas. AltaGas' latest moves at Pipestone II and Dimsdale arrive after a relatively soft patch for the shares, with a 90 day share price return decline of 3.73% and a year to date share price return decline of 2.73%,...

Why Freehold Royalties Is Back on Investors’ Radar Interest in Freehold Royalties (TSX:FRU) has picked up as investors look for energy exposure that emphasizes income. The company collects oil and gas royalties, which can reduce direct operating risk compared with producers. See our latest analysis for Freehold Royalties. At a share price of CA$14.89, Freehold Royalties has seen short term share price softness. However, its 9.81% 90 day share price return and 20.69% one year total shareholder...

EQB Inc. (TSX:EQB) recently launched a normal course issuer bid allowing it to repurchase up to 2,215,794 common shares, or 5.94% of its issued capital, by January 5, 2027, with all bought-back shares to be cancelled. This move, backed by Board approval on January 2, 2026, points to management prioritizing capital return and potential per-share value enhancement through a smaller share count. We’ll now examine how EQB’s newly authorized share repurchase plan could influence its investment...

In early January 2026, Canadian Natural Resources came under pressure after the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro raised the prospect of more Venezuelan heavy crude competing directly with Canadian barrels in U.S. refineries. This geopolitical shift is prompting investors to reassess how exposure to heavy oil markets and evolving trade flows could affect Canadian Natural’s longer-term pricing power and competitiveness. We’ll now explore how this potential increase in...