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TSX Penny Stocks Spotlight Delota And Two Others

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As the Canadian market experiences a period of stabilized yields and moderated inflation, investors are keeping a close eye on potential opportunities within the TSX. Penny stocks, often associated with smaller or newer companies, continue to intrigue investors due to their mix of affordability and growth potential when backed by solid financials. In this context, we'll explore several standout penny stocks that exhibit strong financial foundations and could offer promising prospects for those seeking under-the-radar investments.

Top 10 Penny Stocks In Canada

NameShare PriceMarket CapFinancial Health Rating
Alvopetro Energy (TSXV:ALV)CA$4.78CA$175.48M★★★★★★
Mandalay Resources (TSX:MND)CA$4.73CA$453.58M★★★★★★
Findev (TSXV:FDI)CA$0.52CA$14.04M★★★★★★
PetroTal (TSX:TAL)CA$0.70CA$641.48M★★★★★★
NamSys (TSXV:CTZ)CA$1.09CA$31.16M★★★★★★
East West Petroleum (TSXV:EW)CA$0.045CA$4.07M★★★★★★
Orezone Gold (TSX:ORE)CA$0.82CA$379.19M★★★★★☆
New Gold (TSX:NGD)CA$3.89CA$3.2B★★★★★☆
Foraco International (TSX:FAR)CA$1.92CA$192.45M★★★★★☆
DIRTT Environmental Solutions (TSX:DRT)CA$1.04CA$210.81M★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 940 stocks from our TSX Penny Stocks screener.

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

Delota (CNSX:NIC)

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

Overview: Delota Corp. operates in Canada, focusing on the retail of various cannabis products, with a market cap of CA$2.77 million.

Operations: The company generates CA$40.08 million in revenue from its specialty retail segment.

Market Cap: CA$2.77M

Delota Corp. has expanded its retail footprint to 32 locations in Ontario, with plans for further growth into Western Canada. Despite a volatile share price and increased debt-to-equity ratio, Delota reported CA$10.29 million in third-quarter sales, up from the previous year, and achieved a net income of CA$0.47 million compared to a loss previously. The company benefits from an experienced board and management team, with sufficient cash runway for over three years due to positive free cash flow growth. However, short-term liabilities exceed assets, posing potential liquidity challenges amidst its expansion efforts.

CNSX:NIC Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025
CNSX:NIC Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025

Quipt Home Medical (TSX:QIPT)

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

Overview: Quipt Home Medical Corp. operates in the United States through its subsidiaries, providing durable and home medical equipment and supplies, with a market cap of CA$161.59 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue of $244.72 million from its provision of durable and home medical equipment and supplies in the United States.

Market Cap: CA$161.59M

Quipt Home Medical Corp., with a market cap of CA$161.59 million, reported first-quarter revenue of US$61.38 million, slightly down from the previous year, while reducing its net loss to US$1.08 million. Despite being unprofitable, Quipt maintains positive free cash flow and has a cash runway exceeding three years if current trends continue. The company's short-term assets surpass its short-term liabilities; however, long-term liabilities remain uncovered by these assets. While shareholder dilution was minimal last year and management is experienced with an average tenure of seven years, the high net debt-to-equity ratio remains a concern for potential investors amidst ongoing investor activism challenges.

TSX:QIPT Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025
TSX:QIPT Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025

Fresh Factory B.C (TSXV:FRSH)

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

Overview: The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. formulates, develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells fresh and plant-based food and beverages in the United States with a market cap of CA$54.77 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its food processing segment, which amounts to $30.42 million.

Market Cap: CA$54.77M

Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd., with a market cap of CA$54.77 million, primarily generates revenue from its food processing segment, amounting to US$30.42 million annually. Despite being unprofitable, the company has reduced losses by 5.1% per year over the past five years and maintains a positive free cash flow with a cash runway exceeding three years if growth continues. Recent developments include a non-brokered private placement aiming to raise approximately US$3 million and strategic board changes with Tim Doelman joining as a director, bringing extensive industry experience that could support future operational scaling and innovation efforts.

TSXV:FRSH Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025
TSXV:FRSH Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025

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