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TSX Penny Stocks To Watch In December 2024

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The Canadian market has shown resilience, supported by strong consumer spending and real wage gains that have outpaced inflation, contributing to overall economic stability. In such a climate, investors often seek opportunities in smaller or newer companies that can offer growth potential. Penny stocks, despite being an older term, remain relevant for those interested in exploring investments with solid financial foundations and the possibility of long-term value.

Top 10 Penny Stocks In Canada

NameShare PriceMarket CapFinancial Health Rating
Alvopetro Energy (TSXV:ALV)CA$5.10CA$180.96M★★★★★★
Findev (TSXV:FDI)CA$0.465CA$12.32M★★★★★★
Pulse Seismic (TSX:PSD)CA$2.34CA$117.54M★★★★★★
PetroTal (TSX:TAL)CA$0.59CA$547.51M★★★★★★
Foraco International (TSX:FAR)CA$2.30CA$230.34M★★★★★☆
Silvercorp Metals (TSX:SVM)CA$4.475CA$1.02B★★★★★★
NamSys (TSXV:CTZ)CA$1.23CA$31.97M★★★★★★
East West Petroleum (TSXV:EW)CA$0.04CA$3.62M★★★★★★
Hemisphere Energy (TSXV:HME)CA$1.87CA$181.41M★★★★★☆
Enterprise Group (TSX:E)CA$1.85CA$117.57M★★★★☆☆

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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Greenlane Renewables (TSX:GRN)

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

Overview: Greenlane Renewables Inc. provides biogas upgrading systems worldwide and has a market cap of CA$15.45 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Machinery & Industrial Equipment segment, amounting to CA$63.03 million.

Market Cap: CA$15.45M

Greenlane Renewables Inc. has been active in advancing its renewable natural gas (RNG) technology, recently filing two patent applications aimed at improving landfill gas upgrading systems. The company secured a CA$6.5 million contract to enhance biogas conversion into pipeline-quality RNG, showcasing its diverse technological offerings like water wash and membrane separation. Despite being unprofitable with a negative return on equity, Greenlane maintains a strong cash runway and no debt, supported by growing revenues of CA$63.03 million from machinery sales. Recent executive changes include appointing Stephanie Mason as CFO to further strategic goals in the RNG sector.

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

Findev (TSXV:FDI)

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

Overview: Findev Inc., with a market cap of CA$12.32 million, is a real estate finance company that offers financing secured by investment properties and real estate developments in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada.

Operations: The company's revenue segment includes CA$3.71 million from Computer Graphics.

Market Cap: CA$12.32M

Findev Inc., with a market cap of CA$12.32 million, is debt-free and has shown significant earnings growth of 56% over the past year, surpassing industry averages. Despite its low return on equity of 8.8%, the company maintains high-quality earnings and a strong net profit margin at 61.7%. Recent financial results highlight improved profitability, with third-quarter net income rising to CA$0.63 million from CA$0.42 million year-over-year. However, its dividend yield of 6.45% is not well covered by free cash flows, suggesting potential sustainability concerns despite consecutive dividend declarations through early 2025.

TSXV:FDI Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at Dec 2024

ZincX Resources (TSXV:ZNX)

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

Overview: ZincX Resources Corp. is involved in the acquisition, exploration, and evaluation of mineral resource properties in Canada, with a market cap of CA$15.03 million.

Operations: ZincX Resources Corp. currently does not report any revenue segments.

Market Cap: CA$15.03M

ZincX Resources Corp., with a market cap of CA$15.03 million, operates as a pre-revenue entity in the mineral exploration sector. The company is debt-free but faces financial challenges, as evidenced by its auditor's doubts about its ability to continue as a going concern. Despite unprofitability, ZincX has reduced its losses over five years at 2.7% annually and maintains stable weekly volatility at 13%. However, short-term liabilities exceed assets by CA$0.91 million, and it has less than one year of cash runway if free cash flow grows historically at 30% per annum.

TSXV:ZNX Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2024

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