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3 Canadian Penny Stocks On TSX With Market Caps Below CA$80M

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Recent economic data from Canada highlights the strength of consumer spending, driven by real wage gains and a stable financial environment. For investors seeking opportunities beyond well-known stocks, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—remain an intriguing area despite their somewhat outdated label. This article explores three Canadian penny stocks on the TSX that could offer potential value and stability through strong financial foundations.

Top 10 Penny Stocks In Canada

NameShare PriceMarket CapFinancial Health Rating
Alvopetro Energy (TSXV:ALV)CA$4.87CA$180.96M★★★★★★
Findev (TSXV:FDI)CA$0.465CA$12.32M★★★★★★
Pulse Seismic (TSX:PSD)CA$2.32CA$117.54M★★★★★★
PetroTal (TSX:TAL)CA$0.61CA$547.51M★★★★★★
Foraco International (TSX:FAR)CA$2.35CA$230.34M★★★★★☆
Silvercorp Metals (TSX:SVM)CA$4.67CA$1.02B★★★★★★
NamSys (TSXV:CTZ)CA$1.20CA$31.97M★★★★★★
East West Petroleum (TSXV:EW)CA$0.04CA$3.62M★★★★★★
Hemisphere Energy (TSXV:HME)CA$1.90CA$181.41M★★★★★☆
Enterprise Group (TSX:E)CA$1.89CA$117.57M★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 925 stocks from our TSX Penny Stocks screener.

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

Radio Fuels Energy (CNSX:CAKE)

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

Overview: Radio Fuels Energy Corp. is a mineral exploration company focused on acquiring, exploring, and evaluating mineral resource properties, with a market cap of CA$13.49 million.

Operations: No revenue segments have been reported for the company.

Market Cap: CA$13.49M

Radio Fuels Energy Corp., with a market cap of CA$13.49 million, is a pre-revenue mineral exploration company facing volatility typical of penny stocks. Recent developments include an agreement for Palisades Goldcorp Ltd. to acquire the remaining majority stake in Radio Fuels, expected to close in February 2025, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. The company reported net income of CA$3.34 million for the nine months ended August 31, 2024, marking a turnaround from previous losses. However, shareholder dilution occurred last year as shares outstanding increased by 8.2%. Management changes include Natalia Samartseva's appointment as CFO in November 2024.

CNSX:CAKE Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2024
CNSX:CAKE Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2024

Aclara Resources (TSX:ARA)

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

Overview: Aclara Resources Inc. is a mining company focused on the exploration and development of rare-earth mineral resources in Chile, with a market cap of CA$73.22 million.

Operations: Currently, there are no reported revenue segments for the company.

Market Cap: CA$73.22M

Aclara Resources Inc., with a market cap of CA$73.22 million, is a pre-revenue mining company focused on rare-earth minerals in Chile. Recent developments include collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce's SelectUSA program to identify an optimal site for its planned separation facility in the United States, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. The company reported a net loss of US$1.89 million for Q3 2024, consistent with previous periods, reflecting its unprofitable status and lack of significant revenue streams. Aclara remains debt-free but faces cash runway challenges due to ongoing negative free cash flow trends.

TSX:ARA Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2024
TSX:ARA Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2024

Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL)

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

Overview: The Caldwell Partners International Inc. offers candidate research and sourcing services across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and other European countries, with a market cap of CA$33.40 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its Caldwell segment, contributing CA$74.67 million, and its IQTalent segment, adding CA$11.68 million.

Market Cap: CA$33.4M

Caldwell Partners International Inc., with a market cap of CA$33.40 million, has recently become profitable, reporting a net income of CA$4.19 million for the year ending August 31, 2024, compared to a net loss the previous year. The company's revenue decreased to CA$87.15 million from CA$97.8 million last year but remains debt-free with short-term assets exceeding both short and long-term liabilities. Caldwell's Price-To-Earnings ratio of 8x suggests it is valued below the Canadian market average. Recent strategic expansions include launching an Academic Healthcare Practice and enhancing industrial recruiting capabilities with key executive appointments.

TSX:CWL Financial Position Analysis as at Dec 2024
TSX:CWL Financial Position Analysis as at Dec 2024

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