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Recent commentary around Stella-Jones (TSX:SJ) has focused on ongoing demand for its utility poles and railway ties, linked to grid resiliency and rail maintenance programs, alongside plans to keep pursuing acquisitions across North America. See our latest analysis for Stella-Jones. Those infrastructure themes have coincided with a solid run in the shares, with Stella-Jones trading at $89.43 after a 90-day share price return of 10.07% and a 1-year total shareholder return of 26.54%. This...

If you are wondering whether B2Gold at around CA$6.27 offers fair value or a potential bargain, it helps to start by lining up its price against what the underlying business may be worth. Over the past year, the stock has returned 74.6%, with shorter term moves of 0.5% over 7 days, a 0.3% decline over 30 days, and a 1.1% gain year to date. These shifts can change how the market views both its growth potential and risk profile. Recent coverage around B2Gold has focused on its position in the...

Key Insights Pulsar Helium's estimated fair value is CA$1.31 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Pulsar Helium's...

As we step into 2026, investors are encouraged to evaluate the health of the Canadian economy and consider diversifying their portfolios amid fluctuating employment trends and evolving inflation data. In this context, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing, as they often reflect strong internal confidence and alignment with shareholder interests.

As we step into 2026, the Canadian market is navigating a landscape marked by unexpected employment trends and shifting economic signals, prompting investors to reassess their strategies. In this context, penny stocks—often smaller or newer companies—remain an intriguing area for those seeking growth opportunities outside the mainstream. Despite being considered a niche category today, these stocks can offer compelling prospects when backed by robust financial health and potential for...

As we step into 2026, Canadian investors are encouraged to reassess their portfolios in light of recent economic surprises and shifting interest rates. With the Canadian market showing resilience and employment trends defying expectations, dividend stocks remain an attractive option for those seeking stable returns amidst evolving market conditions.

Key Insights Insiders appear to have a vested interest in Solaris Resources' growth, as seen by their sizeable...

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...

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

While it’s been a great week for Marimaca Copper Corp. ( TSE:MARI ) shareholders after stock gained 11%, they should...

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

Alimentation Couche-Tard's (TSE:ATD) stock up by 1.5% over the past three months. Given that stock prices are usually...

Maple Leaf Foods (TSE:MFI) has had a rough three months with its share price down 15%. But if you pay close attention...

Despite an already strong run, Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. ( CVE:SCZ ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...

If you are wondering whether IAMGOLD is still reasonably priced after its recent run, this article walks through what the current share price might be implying about value. The stock last closed at C$23.24, with returns of 1.4% over 7 days, 10.0% over 30 days, 4.5% year to date and 194.6% over the past year. The 3 year and 5 year returns are both very large. Recent attention on gold producers has kept IAMGOLD in focus, as investors weigh how company specific developments and sector sentiment...

As global markets navigate the complexities of a new year, small-cap stocks have experienced mixed performance, with the Russell 2000 Index showing modest gains despite broader market declines. Amidst this backdrop, investors often look for opportunities in small-cap companies that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth, especially when insider activity suggests confidence in their future prospects.

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) is drawing fresh attention after backing quantum technology firm Photonic and naming professional golfer Shane Lowry as a multi year brand ambassador, moves that sit alongside its traditional banking operations. See our latest analysis for Royal Bank of Canada. Those moves come as the share price sits at CA$235.45, with a 30 day share price return of 4.77% and a 90 day gain of 16.27%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 39.70% and 5 year total shareholder...

Why Standard Lithium Is Back in Focus Standard Lithium (TSXV:SLI) is drawing fresh attention as investors weigh its Direct Lithium Extraction technology and U.S. based projects against the realities of high capital needs, long timelines, and potential future funding. See our latest analysis for Standard Lithium. That attention is showing up in the numbers, with the share price at CA$7.12 and recent momentum reflected in a 1 day share price return of 6.59%, a 7 day share price return of 15.77%...

As we enter 2026, Canadian investors are encouraged to keep a close eye on the health of both domestic and U.S. economies, as well as consider diversifying their portfolios amid shifting interest rates and policy landscapes. For those exploring beyond the established giants of the market, penny stocks offer intriguing possibilities, especially when these smaller or newer companies boast solid financial foundations. Despite its outdated name, this investment area remains relevant for those...

Generally speaking the aim of active stock picking is to find companies that provide returns that are superior 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...

In the last year, many Kinross Gold Corporation ( TSE:K ) insiders sold a substantial stake in the company which may...

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...