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Recent performance snapshot Southern Cross Gold Consolidated (TSX:SXGC) has drawn attention after a 9.1% one day move, adding to gains of 22.3% over the past week and about 25.5% over the past month. See our latest analysis for Southern Cross Gold Consolidated. That sharp 1 day share price move to CA$11.01 sits within a pattern of stronger short term momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 25.54% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 148.53%, suggesting investors are reassessing the...

The Canadian market has shown a notable recovery, with the S&P/TSX index climbing 7.5% from its March low, reflecting optimism amid recent diplomatic progress and easing inflation concerns. In such a fluctuating economic landscape, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals becomes crucial for investors looking to navigate potential opportunities. Penny stocks, though sometimes considered outdated in terminology, represent an intriguing investment area where smaller or newer companies can...

In April 2026, the Canadian market is navigating through a complex economic landscape, with inflationary pressures expected to peak before moderating later in the year. Despite these challenges, the S&P/TSX index has shown resilience with a notable recovery from its March lows. In this environment, identifying hidden stock gems requires a keen understanding of how companies are positioned to weather temporary price shocks and leverage any resulting opportunities for growth.

In April 2026, Aris Mining Corporation reported unaudited first-quarter 2026 results showing total gold production of 74,300 ounces and sales of 74,800 ounces, alongside guidance that gold revenue for the period is expected to exceed US$360 million, materially higher than both the prior-year and previous-quarter figures. The combination of higher realized gold prices and increased ounces sold signals a step-up in revenue-generating capacity that could prove important when assessing how...

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. For example, although...

Some of the losses seen by insiders who purchased CA$3.84m worth of Rackla Metals Inc. ( CVE:RAK ) shares over the past...

Hudbay Minerals Inc. has repaid in full the outstanding US$472.5 million principal on its 4.50% senior unsecured notes due 2026, using a mix of cash on hand and a US$272 million draw on its revolving credit facilities as of April 1, 2026. This refinancing decision tightens Hudbay’s balance sheet while preserving liquidity, potentially giving the company more room to maneuver ahead of its Copper World project sanctioning decision. Next, we’ll examine how repaying the 2026 notes using its...

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, Canterra Minerals...

TMX Group's Montréal Exchange has launched the FTSE Canada Bank Credit Index Futures (BCS), an exchange traded credit derivatives contract. The BCS contract is described as the first product of its type listed in Canada, focused on Canadian bank credit exposure. This new futures product is designed to offer market participants another tool for managing credit risk and streamlining execution in Canadian credit markets. For investors following TMX Group (TSX:X), the BCS launch highlights the...

CT Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CRT.UN) has drawn fresh attention after recent trading showed steady gains over the past month and past 3 months, prompting investors to reassess its income focused retail property portfolio. See our latest analysis for CT Real Estate Investment Trust. Over the past year, CT Real Estate Investment Trust’s share price has shown building momentum, with a 7.68% year to date share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 28.24% reflects income plus...

FirstService has expanded its Paul Davis Restoration and California Closets divisions through new franchise acquisitions in key markets. FirstService Residential has opened a renovated regional headquarters, adding capacity for future growth in property management services. The company has also secured a large property management contract, increasing its managed property portfolio. FirstService, listed as TSX:FSV, is adding scale across multiple parts of its business at the same time. The...

Earlier in April 2026, Boyd Group Services expanded its collision repair footprint by acquiring Joe Hudson's 258 locations and issued US$275,000,000 in unsecured notes to support growth and integration. This combination of a large U.S. network acquisition and fresh financing marks a significant step in Boyd's effort to scale its operations and processes across North America. Next, we'll examine how the Joe Hudson's acquisition and integration effort could influence Boyd's existing investment...

Wondering if Royal Bank of Canada at around $240.71 is priced for opportunity or already fully valued? This article breaks down what the current share price might be implying. The stock has logged returns of 4.7% over the last 7 days, 8.7% over 30 days, 2.6% year to date, 54.6% over 1 year, 100.3% over 3 years and 148.3% over 5 years, so recent and longer term moves are front of mind for many investors. Recent coverage has focused on Royal Bank of Canada as one of the large Canadian banks...

Investors may be wondering if MDA Space at around $46.17 is still offering value after its recent run, or if they are arriving late to the story. The stock has posted returns of 16.1% over the last 7 days, 11.8% over the last 30 days, 67.1% year to date and 86.9% over the past year, putting recent price moves firmly on investors' radars. Recent company updates, contract announcements or industry headlines around space and defense activity have helped keep attention on MDA Space and provided...

Montage Gold Corp. recently secured five greenfield gold exploration permits in northern Mauritania, covering about 2,103km² across the Sfariat and Zednes blocks in a region considered highly prospective for orogenic gold systems. The move broadens Montage Gold’s African footprint into a well-established mining jurisdiction and includes up to US$2,000,000 of initial 2026 exploration spending, with a mix of 100% ownership and an 80% earn-in structure alongside local partner SOCIEX. We’ll now...

Imperial Metals (TSX:III) reported quarterly operating results with ore milled totaling 1,499,749 tonnes, and copper and gold output lower than in the same period last year, a development that can quickly influence how investors assess the stock. See our latest analysis for Imperial Metals. At a share price of CA$8.90, Imperial Metals has seen short term share price strength with a 6.21% 1 day and 13.23% 7 day return, set against a 25.77% 90 day share price decline and a very large 1 year...

Why Choice Properties (TSX:CHP.UN) is Back on Investors’ Radar Scotia Capital recently named Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CHP.UN) a top pick in the retail REIT space after a 1.3% distribution increase and an emphasis on necessity-based grocery assets. See our latest analysis for Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. At a share price of CA$16.15, Choice Properties has seen momentum build over the year, with an 8.68% year to date share price return and a 16.90%...

In early April 2026, First Majestic Silver reported first-quarter production results showing mixed metal outputs, higher ore throughput across several Mexican mines, and a formal restart plan for the Jerritt Canyon gold operation backed by expanded mineral reserves and resources. The company’s 2025 mineral reserve and resource update pointed to broad-based growth across silver, gold, and base metals, underpinned by intensive drilling campaigns and updated economic assumptions that support...

Earlier this month, Manulife Wealth & Asset Management appointed Brett Marchand as President & CEO of Manulife Wealth, while Erica Hall assumed interim leadership of Canada Retirement, both reporting to Global Head of Retirement and Wealth Aimee DeCamillo after Richard McIntyre’s departure. At the same time, Manulife’s John Hancock division advanced its health-focused agenda by hosting a longevity symposium in Boston and expanding Vitality heart health offerings with discounted at-home...

Why Artemis Gold’s steady 2026 guidance matters after Q1 disruption Artemis Gold (TSXV:ARTG) kept full year 2026 production guidance at 265,000 to 290,000 ounces of gold after Q1 disruption, while reporting 61,923 ounces from the Blackwater Mine for the March quarter. See our latest analysis for Artemis Gold. That reassurance appears to have supported sentiment, with a 16.51% year to date share price return and a very large 3 year total shareholder return. This suggests recent momentum has...

What Bombardier’s new buyback means for current and prospective shareholders Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) has kicked off a fresh normal course issuer bid after its Board authorized repurchases of up to 5% of its Class A and Class B shares over the next year. The company plans to use the program to address dilution from stock options, fund employee share-based incentive plans, and manage its capital position. Purchases are expected to be made through the Toronto Stock Exchange or alternative...

K92 Mining Inc. recently reported first-quarter 2026 production from the Kainantu mine of 46,743 gold-equivalent ounces, with ore processed rising 37% year-on-year to 142,017 tonnes at a head grade of 10.9 g/t AuEq and a positive reconciliation against its latest resource estimate. The company also reiterated its 2026 production guidance of 190,000 to 225,000 gold-equivalent ounces, underpinned by record mine development and advancing expansion projects expected to support stronger output...

This article walks through three high potential companies and highlights why their cleaner capital structures may appeal to investors watching todayʼs macro and market crosscurrents.

Cannara Biotech (TSX:LOVE) has just posted its latest figures with Q1 2026 revenue at $30.1 million and basic EPS of $0.011. This is set against a trailing twelve month EPS of $0.129 on revenue of $112.2 million and net income of $11.8 million. Over the past year, revenue has moved from $23.2 million in Q4 2024 to $30.1 million in Q1 2026. Quarterly basic EPS has ranged from $0.025 in Q1 2025 to $0.045 in Q3 2025, giving investors a clear view of how earnings have translated into margins over...