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Minto Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:MI.UN) has achieved profitability in the past year, but earnings have declined by 33.2% per year over the last five years, making the overall trend difficult to interpret. Revenue is forecast to grow at 4.7% per year, slightly trailing the Canadian market average of 5.1% per year. The trust is currently considered to have high quality earnings and is trading below estimated fair value. Investors face the challenge of weighing the company’s...

Pizza Pizza Royalty (TSX:PZA) posted a net profit margin of 77.3%, slightly below the prior year's 77.9%, as revenue is forecast to grow at 3.1% per year compared to the Canadian market's pace of 5.1%. Over the last five years, earnings growth averaged 7.3% annually, though the most recent year saw negative earnings, making year-over-year comparisons less meaningful for this period. Against this backdrop, investors will be weighing up the company's slower forecasted growth and strong...

Imperial Metals (TSX:III) has turned the corner to profitability, posting average annual earnings growth of 49.9% over the past five years. With a current share price of CA$6.33 and profit margins on the rise, the company stands out for its high-quality earnings and value metrics. See our full analysis for Imperial Metals. Next up, we will see how these financials compare with the dominant market narratives. Some expectations may be reinforced, while others could face a reality check. Curious...

Trulieve Cannabis (CNSX:TRUL) remains unprofitable, with losses accelerating at an average of 41% per year over the past five years. Although revenue is forecast to grow 2.6% annually, this pace trails the broader Canadian market’s projected 5.1% growth rate. Despite no improvement in profit margins, some investors may see value given the shares trade at CA$9.3, which is well below a fair value estimate of CA$69.2. However, major risks around profitability and growth remain top of mind. See...

Canada Packers (TSX:CPKR) is expected to deliver robust annual earnings growth of 7%, with revenue projected to climb 5.9% per year, surpassing the broader Canadian market’s 5.1% revenue pace. Net profit margin has made a significant leap to 7.2%, up from 2.4% last year, reflecting much stronger profitability. With analysts calling the company’s earnings high quality and valuation metrics showing shares trading well below sector averages, investors are likely to see a compelling value case,...

First Capital Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:FCR.UN) has just posted a notable turnaround by achieving profitability, even as earnings have declined by 13.2% per year over the last five years. Revenue is forecast to grow at just 2% per year, underperforming the broader Canadian market’s expected 5.1% growth rate. However, the company’s net profit margin has improved from last year and reported earnings are regarded as high quality. See our full analysis for First Capital Real Estate...

Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) has seen its shares move higher over the past month, supported by steady revenue growth and a significant jump in net income. Investors are watching the stock’s performance as renewables continue to receive attention. See our latest analysis for Brookfield Renewable Partners. Brookfield Renewable Partners’ recent rally has pushed its share price up nearly 12% over the past month, adding to a sharp 28% gain year to date. The company’s total...

IAMGOLD (TSX:IMG) reported net profit margins of 40.6%, up from 10.4% a year earlier, with earnings growing at an average of 77.7% per year over the past five years as the company turned profitable. However, this jump was influenced by a significant one-off gain of $530 million in the recent period. Investors should note that regular earnings growth is forecast at 5.55% per year, trailing the Canadian market’s 12.1% projection. With shares trading at CA$16.82, well below the estimated fair...

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) remains unprofitable, but the company has reduced its losses at an impressive annual rate of 61.2% over the past five years. The stock trades at a Price-to-Sales ratio of 1x, below its peer average of 2.1x, and sits well below an estimated fair value of CA$23.27 with a current share price of CA$6.29. With revenue expected to grow 6.49% per year, outpacing the broader Canadian market, investors may see the trend of narrowing losses and steady forecasted growth as...

SSR Mining (TSX:SSRM) has just turned a profit, with earnings now forecast to grow at an impressive 33.8% per year over the next three years. Revenue is expected to rise 22.3% annually, easily outpacing the broader Canadian market’s 5.1% average. While the company reported a one-off loss of $255.1 million in the last twelve months and earnings had fallen by 44.6% per year over the past five years, the shift to positive profit margins signals a turnaround that investors will be watching...

Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) delivered a remarkable 1,415.3% earnings growth over the past year, a dramatic turnaround from its five-year average annual decline of 13.2%. Net profit margin also improved sharply to 3.5%, up from just 0.2% a year ago, even as forecasted annual revenue growth of 3% lags behind the broader Canadian market’s 5.1% pace. With shares trading below both analyst-derived fair value estimates and average peer valuations, but carrying a P/E ratio of 17.4x, the results...

Wesdome Gold Mines (TSX:WDO) posted a dramatic earnings surge this year, with net profit margins now at 33.2%, a significant jump from 9.7% a year ago. Annual earnings growth hit 517.2%, more than 35 times the company’s five-year average growth rate of 14.6% per year. Trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.5x, well below both industry and peer averages, the company stands out for robust profitability, high-quality earnings, and a positive revenue growth outlook. See our full analysis for...

Stack Capital Group (TSX:STCK) delivered a remarkable 3913.8% surge in annual earnings over the past year, far outpacing its five-year average expansion of 89.9% per year. Net profit margins jumped to 80.7%, a significant leap from last year’s 42.7%, underpinning substantial gains in overall profitability. With a Price-To-Earnings Ratio of just 5x compared to industry averages, the market may view STCK as offering sustained operational strength and compelling value. Investors should also note...

Propel Holdings (TSX:PRL) delivered 56.1% earnings growth over the past year, pushing net profit margins up to 11.5% from 10.2% a year earlier. With earnings rising at a compounded 51.2% annually over five years and revenues forecast to grow 23.4% per year, which is well ahead of the Canadian market’s 5.1% growth estimate, the momentum continues. A Price-To-Earnings ratio of 10x, sitting below peer and industry averages, adds to the case for a fundamentally strong, undervalued stock. See our...

Artemis Gold (TSXV:ARTG) posted impressive earnings momentum, with net income projected to grow at 62.2% per year over the next three years, far outpacing the Canadian market's 12.1% rate. Revenue is also forecast to rise at 20.8% per year, handily beating the market’s expected 5.1% growth. With the company newly profitable and displaying a higher net profit margin alongside a five-year average earnings growth of 11.6% per year, analysts are pointing to high-quality earnings that underpin...

Titan Mining (TSX:TI) has turned a corner into profitability, posting annual earnings growth of 29.8% over the past five years. Shares are currently trading at CA$3.77, notably below the estimated fair value of CA$8.95. The company’s Price-to-Earnings ratio has reached 32.8x, outpacing industry and peer benchmarks. Investors are likely to note the improved profit margins and the classification of reported earnings as high quality, while weighing the premium valuation and recent signs of...

iA Financial (TSX:IAG) posted net profit margins of 11.9%, up from 10.2% a year ago, and delivered 36.1% earnings growth compared to its longer-term 8.1% average increase per year over the past five years. While high-quality earnings remain a draw for investors, the company’s projected annual earnings growth of 5.63% trails the broader Canadian market’s forecast of 12.1% per year. With shares trading at a level that is below estimated fair value by discounted cash flow but still expensive...

Topicus.com (TSXV:TOI) posted a net profit margin of 9.1%, up from 6.5% a year ago, as EPS growth surged 62.7% for the year and annualized earnings growth over five years hit 67.4%. Revenue is projected to increase at 15.2% per year, outpacing the Canadian market average of 5.1%, while the CA$134.17 share price currently sits below both estimated fair value (CA$210.47) and analyst targets. Investors will likely take notice as the company delivers ongoing profit and revenue momentum, trades...

Spartan Delta (TSX:SDE) reported a net profit margin of 13%, a significant decline from last year’s 49.6%. Over the past five years, earnings grew at an average rate of 4.2% annually, but the latest results show a reversal with earnings growth turning negative, marking a clear shift in the company’s profitability trajectory. See our full analysis for Spartan Delta. Next up, we’ll see how these headline results compare with the community’s expectations and narratives. Sometimes the numbers...

Ero Copper (TSX:ERO) has posted its first profitable period after a challenging five-year stretch in which earnings declined by 26.5% per year. Looking ahead, analysts forecast annual earnings growth of 11.4%, a healthy turnaround. Revenue is set to rise 8% per year and is expected to outpace the Canadian market’s 5.1% growth rate. See our full analysis for Ero Copper. Next up, we’re comparing these results directly against the current market narratives to see which expectations hold up and...

Cargojet (TSX:CJT) reported a strong turnaround to profitability this past year, with high-quality earnings and annual profit growth averaging 17.9% over the last five years. Looking forward, analysts forecast annual earnings growth of 14.9% and revenue growth of 5.9%, both outpacing Canadian market averages of 12.1% and 5.1%, respectively. The company’s Price-to-Earnings ratio stands at just 7.2x, which is well below both peer and global logistics industry benchmarks. With shares recently...

Information Services (TSX:ISC) delivered a 10.6% earnings growth over the past year, breaking a five-year streak of declining profitability. Net profit margins improved as well, coming in at 9.2% compared to 8.8% in the previous year. Investors may see overall value and an attractive dividend, but lingering concerns about financial health and muted future growth mean the results are likely to spark debate. See our full analysis for Information Services. Next, we will put the latest numbers in...

Kinross Gold (TSX:K) reported net profit margins of 25.2%, a substantial jump from last year’s 10.9%, with earnings growth rising 210.3% over the past year and outpacing its five-year average of 0.7% per year. These results highlight a period of high-quality earnings and operational strength, but with forecasts signaling annual declines of -14% for earnings and -2.3% for revenue over the next three years, sentiment remains cautious. See our full analysis for Kinross Gold. Now, it’s time to...

Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:BEI.UN) reported revenue growth forecasted at 4.4% per year, trailing the Canadian market average of 5.1% per year. Net profit margins now stand at 52.1%, a drop from the previous year, with the most recent results reflecting a sizable one-off gain of CA$96.8 million that clouds direct comparisons. While earnings have climbed by an average of 36.5% per year over the past five years, investors will want to look past headline numbers due to one-off...