TSX Penny Stocks To Watch: AmeriTrust Financial Technologies And Two More Hidden Gems

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The Canadian market has been navigating a complex landscape, with recent economic data showing resilience despite global uncertainties. Amidst these conditions, the concept of penny stocks remains relevant for investors seeking opportunities in smaller or newer companies that can offer significant value. By focusing on those with strong financial foundations and potential for growth, investors can uncover hidden gems that may provide both stability and upside potential.

Top 10 Penny Stocks In Canada

NameShare PriceMarket CapRewards & Risks
Westbridge Renewable Energy (TSXV:WEB)CA$2.64CA$66.74M✅ 3 ⚠️ 4 View Analysis >
Canso Select Opportunities (TSXV:CSOC.A)CA$4.50CA$22.73M✅ 2 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Montero Mining and Exploration (TSXV:MON)CA$0.39CA$3.26M✅ 2 ⚠️ 4 View Analysis >
CEMATRIX (TSX:CEMX)CA$0.35CA$52.57M✅ 2 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
Thor Explorations (TSXV:THX)CA$1.32CA$878.19M✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Automotive Finco (TSXV:AFCC.H)CA$1.00CA$19.82M✅ 2 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis >
Amerigo Resources (TSX:ARG)CA$2.80CA$452.18M✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Pulse Seismic (TSX:PSD)CA$3.37CA$171.04M✅ 2 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
Hemisphere Energy (TSXV:HME)CA$2.17CA$206M✅ 3 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
Matachewan Consolidated Mines (TSXV:MCM.A)CA$0.71CA$8.84M✅ 2 ⚠️ 4 View Analysis >

Click here to see the full list of 409 stocks from our TSX Penny Stocks screener.

Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

AmeriTrust Financial Technologies (TSXV:AMT)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: AmeriTrust Financial Technologies Inc. develops, markets, and sells access to cloud-based transaction platforms for financing and leasing new and used vehicles in Canada, with a market cap of CA$43.78 million.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from its Rental & Leasing segment, which generated CA$1.84 million.

Market Cap: CA$43.78M

AmeriTrust Financial Technologies Inc., with a market cap of CA$43.78 million, has shown significant financial restructuring by reducing its debt to equity ratio from 169.2% to 1.8% over five years and maintaining more cash than total debt. Despite becoming profitable recently, the company reported a net loss of CA$3.05 million for Q2 2025 and has not generated meaningful revenue, indicating it is pre-revenue. The recent announcement of a debenture offering aims to raise up to CA$60 million, which could provide additional liquidity but also introduces potential dilution risks with new share issuance plans.

TSXV:AMT Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Oct 2025

Star Royalties (TSXV:STRR)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Star Royalties Ltd. is a company engaged in precious metals and decarbonization solutions through royalty and streaming operations, with a market cap of CA$25.16 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue of $0.53 million from its acquisition of royalty interests segment.

Market Cap: CA$25.16M

Star Royalties Ltd., with a market cap of CA$25.16 million, operates in the precious metals and decarbonization sectors but is currently pre-revenue, generating only $0.53 million from royalty interests. Despite being debt-free and having a seasoned management team with an average tenure of 5.2 years, the company remains unprofitable, reporting a net loss of US$0.825791 million for Q2 2025. The recent appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditors could enhance financial oversight, yet the company's negative return on equity and increased losses over five years highlight ongoing challenges in achieving profitability amidst stable weekly volatility at 7%.

TSXV:STRR Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Oct 2025

Theralase Technologies (TSXV:TLT)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Theralase Technologies Inc. is a clinical stage pharmaceutical company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of light activated photodynamic compounds for treating cancers, bacteria, and viruses across Canada, the United States, and internationally, with a market cap of CA$52.70 million.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated from its device segment, totaling CA$1.07 million.

Market Cap: CA$52.7M

Theralase Technologies Inc., with a market cap of CA$52.70 million, remains pre-revenue, generating CA$1.07 million primarily from its device segment. The company is unprofitable but has reduced losses by 8.6% annually over the past five years and maintains a debt-free status with no shareholder dilution recently. Recent preclinical data highlights the potential of Ruvidar® in treating HSV-1 more effectively than current standards, prompting plans for further clinical studies in 2026. Despite short-term liabilities exceeding assets slightly, Theralase's seasoned management and board may provide stability as it pursues innovative treatments amidst financial challenges.

TSXV:TLT Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Oct 2025

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