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With recent trends showing a cooling in inflation, Canadian markets are experiencing a supportive economic backdrop that has led to new all-time highs for major stock indexes. Despite the term "penny stock" sounding somewhat antiquated, these investments still represent viable opportunities within smaller or newer companies. By focusing on those with solid financials and growth potential, investors can uncover hidden value in quality penny stocks.

Oil markets recently reacted to the end of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with investors expecting higher crude prices and favoring producers like Suncor Energy that operate outside the Hormuz chokepoint. This renewed focus on supply security highlights Suncor’s geographic diversification, which may make its integrated model more appealing during periods of geopolitical tension. Against this backdrop of anticipated oil price support from Middle East tensions, we’ll explore how reduced Hormuz...

Earlier this week, Gibson Energy completed the acquisition of the Chauvin assets, strengthening its infrastructure footprint while temporarily increasing its leverage and sharpening focus on balance-sheet execution amid energy-market volatility linked to geopolitical tensions such as the US-Iran conflict. What stands out is how a deal that improves Gibson’s infrastructure position simultaneously heightens investor attention on its debt levels and exposure to volatile marketing...

Pan American Silver (TSX:PAAS) has drawn fresh attention after a cluster of announcements, including higher second quarter sales and net income, an increased cash dividend, a completed share buyback, and slightly lower near term gold production guidance. See our latest analysis for Pan American Silver. The recent Q2 earnings jump, higher dividend and completed buyback appear to have fed into strong momentum for Pan American Silver, with a 14.17% 1 month share price return and a very large 3...

Updated guidance and dividend set the stage for Whitecap Resources Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) is back in focus after raising its 2026 production target and outlining higher expected free cash flow following the Veren acquisition, while also reaffirming its regular monthly dividend. See our latest analysis for Whitecap Resources. At a share price of CA$18.17, Whitecap Resources has seen strong momentum build, with a 30 day share price return of 11.68% and a 1 year total shareholder return of...

Tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, autos, and lumber are back in focus as a looming midnight deadline forces markets to quickly reprice Canada-U.S. trade risk. That kind of policy shock can punish some stocks and create openings in others, especially where talks hint at partial tariff relief. This article walks through 3 stocks from our Canada-U.S. Trade-Exposed Industrial Cyclicals screener that appear positively positioned against this latest round of headlines. The three stocks...

Eurozone manufacturing and services activity are both improving in 2026, with composite growth at a nine month high. That kind of steady economic pulse often keeps dividend cash flows in focus for investors who want income they can plan around. Dividend powerhouses with yields above 5%, covered and growing, can offer a buffer against market swings. This article highlights three such stocks from the screener. The three dividend powerhouses covered below are only a small sample, and the full...

In August 2026, First Majestic Silver reported record 2025 silver production of 15.4 million ounces, raised its 2026 silver output guidance, and released second-quarter 2026 results showing revenue of US$415.5 million and operating cash flow before working capital and taxes of US$248.3 million. The company also lifted its quarterly dividend by very large percentage to US$0.0152 per share and highlighted a treasury of US$1.25 billions, underscoring how higher silver prices and stronger...

Brookfield Asset Management has delivered a strong 75.8% return over the past three years, yet its current valuation signals are mixed, with the intrinsic value estimate suggesting the stock is roughly in line with fair value while earnings based multiples still screen it as undervalued. A 75.8% gain over three years highlights that investors have already seen substantial value creation, which can make fresh entry points more sensitive to price and expectations. Recent news around Brookfield...

Methanex recently announced that Natgasoline LLC, its 50%-owned joint venture, completed pricing of US$290,950,000 in tax-exempt bonds maturing between 2036 and 2046 to refinance 2018 municipal debt and extend repayment obligations. This refinancing gives the Natgasoline venture more flexibility to manage its capital structure at a time when methanol markets face supply disruptions, price normalization pressures, and operational constraints. We’ll now examine how Natgasoline’s extended debt...

Japan’s manufacturing and services PMI are both in robust expansion, supported by a weaker yen and firm external demand for AI related hardware and software. That kind of backdrop keeps attention on companies tied to semiconductors, cloud and large language models. This article looks at three of the most compelling stocks from the Artificial Intelligence screener and explains why each could belong on your AI watchlist. The stocks covered below are just a starting sample, and the full screen...

The Canadian market has been buoyed by encouraging trends in inflation and strong earnings expectations, creating a supportive backdrop for investors. For those interested in exploring beyond the well-known names, penny stocks—despite their vintage moniker—still hold relevance as investment opportunities. These smaller or newer companies can offer surprising value when backed by solid financials, presenting potential for significant returns and hidden value.

With the U.S. turning the screws harder on Iran and ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz still far from normal, energy markets are on edge again. Geopolitics is suddenly back on your portfolio radar, and some companies could feel that pressure more than others. This article walks through 3 stocks from our Global Oil & Gas Producers screener that appear positioned to benefit if higher oil and gas prices persist. The stocks covered below are only a small sample from this idea, and the full...

Eurozone manufacturing is showing broad-based improvement, with PMIs at multi year highs and inflation pressures easing. That kind of backdrop can help fast growing companies that already have management and analysts aligned on an optimistic outlook. Investors often look for these periods to back growth stories with high insider ownership, where leadership is visibly committed. This article highlights three stocks from the Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership screener. The stocks...

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. For example, biotech and mining...

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

Royalties Inc. has reported that its 88%-owned unit, Minera Portree de Zacatecas, previously filed a criminal lawsuit over an allegedly fraudulent attempt to transfer a 2% royalty on Capstone Copper’s Cozamin mine, and has now sought detailed production and payment records from Capstone Gold and trading intermediary Metagri. With Capstone Copper having engaged Scotiabank to run a sale process for Cozamin, Portree’s insistence that any buyer inherit the 2% NSR royalty and arrears introduces...

Bravo Mining Corp.'s (CVE:BRVO) stock rose 19% last week, but insiders who sold US$339k worth of stock over the last...

Hemlo Mining Corp. reported past second-quarter 2026 results, with sales of US$142.5 million and net income of US$31 million, marking a shift from a small loss a year earlier. For the first half of 2026, the miner generated US$328.76 million in sales and US$53.13 million in profit, highlighting a clear return to profitability versus the prior year’s loss. We’ll now examine how Hemlo Mining’s move back to profitability shapes the company’s investment narrative and future risk-reward...

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

The clock on a potential Canada, U.S. trade deal is running down, and the stakes for steel and aluminum producers look unusually sharp. Tariffs could bite harder, or a compromise could ease the pressure and reset expectations. For investors who care about how trade policy can swing real businesses, this is a moment to pay attention. This article walks through 3 stocks exposed to this news and what that might mean for your watchlist. The stocks covered below are just a starting sample, and the...

Northland Power (TSX:NPI) is back in focus after securing new long term project debt for its Hai Long offshore wind project in Taiwan and releasing second quarter 2026 results that highlight steady operations and first half progress. See our latest analysis for Northland Power. At a share price of CA$21.68, Northland Power has delivered an 18.73% year to date share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 2.21% and 5 year total shareholder return decline of 35.83% indicate that a...

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) has drawn fresh attention after outlining a refocus on Canadian operations following the sale of its Eagle Ford assets, highlighting Duvernay growth plans, heavy oil development and sizeable share buyback intentions. See our latest analysis for Baytex Energy. At a recent share price of CA$6.67, Baytex Energy has seen short term momentum pick up, with a 7 day share price return of 11.54%, while the 90 day share price return is down 6.32% and the 1 year total shareholder...

Tamarack Valley Energy (TSX:TVE) has reshaped its business after selling its Charlie Lake assets for CA$804 million, eliminating debt and sharpening its focus on Clearwater heavy oil operations and waterflood expansion. See our latest analysis for Tamarack Valley Energy. The share price of Tamarack Valley Energy has been strong, with a year to date share price return of 70.93% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 159.56%. This suggests investors are reacting positively to the asset sale,...