The 5 Minute Investor Podcast

In episode 80 of The 5-Minute Investor Podcast, the global stock market is proving resilient despite an abundance of headwinds, including numerous major wars, oil-driven inflation and increasing pressure on central banks to raise interest rates to lower consumer prices, allowing IPOs to steadily make their way into the public sphere, offering eagle-eyed investors an opportunity to identify diamond...

A strong commodities market is creating new opportunities in mining. We’re spotlighting two companies that recently delivered record exploration results, boosting their potential for future discoveries and long-term shareholder value: AbraSilver Resource Corp. (TSX:ABRA) and Americas Gold and Silver Corp. (TSX:USA). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

In episode 78 of The 5-Minute Investor Podcast, we delve into Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Canada Investment Summit 2026, scheduled for September 14-15 in Toronto, which is expected to attract high-profile investors, CEOs and business leaders from across the world to jumpstart top domestic projects. Trevor profiles three public companies that will be in attendance, including Focus Graphite (TSXV:F...

With gold prices fluctuating due to tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty and inflation worries, investors are looking for opportunities in the sector. One source of insight is billionaire mining investor Eric Sprott, whose recent investments highlight two companies worth watching: Storm Exploration Inc. (TSXV:STRM) and Cerrado Gold Inc. (TSXV:CERT). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a...

This week, we examine Curaleaf’s (TSX:CURA) bid for Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) as the cannabis industry faces ongoing margin pressure from intense competition and slow legalization, driving a growing wave of takeover activity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Celebrating our 75th episode, we’re taking a visual deep dive into two movie-related stocks. With profitable operations and solid market positions, Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) and Marcus Corp. (NYSE: MCS) could benefit from 2026 shaping up to be the movie theatre industry’s best year since the pandemic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll...

On this episode, while wars, tariffs and geopolitical tensions dominate headlines, many public companies continue to create substantial shareholder value. We take a deep dive into two prospects: SPARC AI (CSE: SPAI) and Butterfly Network (NYSE: BFLY). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With billions of adults still lacking adequate access to financial services, digital banks are rapidly filling the gap and positioning themselves as the next wave of disruption in finance. This week, we profile two burgeoning players in the digital banking space rapidly establishing themselves as finance’s next generation. They are Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) and Inter and Company Inc. (NASDAQ:INTR...

In this episode, we explore the growing demand for copper, a market the International Energy Agency believes could face a 30% supply deficit by 2035, with shortages potentially emerging as early as 2027 according to BMI. As AI data centres drive a surge in electricity consumption, power grids require major upgrades, and renewable energy technologies continue expanding worldwide, demand for copper...

As obesity impacts more than 1 billion people globally, including 40% of Americans and 30% of Canadians, weight-loss drugs are creating significant opportunities for investors in publicly traded pharmaceutical companies. This week, we look at two profiles worth your attention: Viking Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:GPCR) and Structure Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:VKTX). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

As climate-related disasters intensify, AI-driven disaster prediction and environmental monitoring have become increasingly vital for governments, insurers, and businesses looking to mitigate financial risk. For investors, this emerging climate intelligence sector offers a spectrum of opportunities—ranging from high-risk, speculative micro-caps specializing in predictive risk modelling to rapidly...

The video game industry is shifting away from a hardware-driven business toward one focused on digital ecosystems, intellectual property, and profitability. Microsoft is restructuring Xbox after years of costly acquisitions, cutting thousands of gaming jobs and prioritizing returns over growth, while Sony is betting on an all-digital future by ending physical game releases in 2028, a move that cou...

With millions of investors and their families gearing up for summer vacation and airports across North America preparing for a considerable ramp-up in foot traffic, it’s the perfect moment to profile a pair of publicly traded airlines whose standout operations make them essential considerations for your portfolio: Copa Holdings (NYSE:CPA) and Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL). Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

AI is once again front and centre for investors, who must weigh massive tech spending against strong earnings. The key question: which companies truly stand out from the rest? In this episode, we highlight two names worth adding to your watchlist. Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) and HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (TSX: HIVE) (NASDAQ: HIVE). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

For our mid-year review episode, we take a magnifying glass to a pair of stocks with some of the highest year-over-year returns across North American markets: Deep Sea Minerals Corp. (CSE:SEAS) and Hycroft Mining Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:HYMC). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the NYSE prepares to list its first US cannabis company and federal policy shifts toward reclassifying medical marijuana, attention is turning to financially strong firms like Decibel Cannabis (TSXV:DB) and Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) as promising opportunities for future shareholder value. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

In this episode, tungsten prices have jumped over 500% since China imposed export controls in February 2025. With the metal vital to industries from construction and defense to aerospace and semiconductors, Western nations are actively seeking new sources to strengthen long-term supply, such as Fireweed Metals Corp. (TSXV:FWZ) and GoldHaven Resources Corp. (CSE:GOH). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

This week, we’re looking beyond the SpaceX IPO, to two small-cap stocks carving out important roles in the space tech sector by addressing critical unmet needs: Intellistake Technologies Corp. (CSE:ISTK) and Seraphim Space Investment Trust PLC (OTC Pink: SSITF). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisi...

This week, we're profiling MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE:MAXX) and Honey Badger Silver Inc. (TSXV:TUF), both of which received recent investments from billionaire Eric Sprott, one of Canada’s most successful mining investors, highlighting why his interest in these companies represents a green flag for your due diligence.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Global freshwater demand is expected to exceed supply by 40% by 2030, and we’re looking into a pair of public companies excelling at providing the infrastructure required to make water more abundant and readily accessible - Stantec Inc. (TSX:STN) and Consolidated Water Company Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

As markets obsess over onboarding the latest in AI technology to reduce redundancy, increase efficiency and more effectively generate value, we look into the future of data analysis with a pair of stocks excelling in the burgeoning field of quantum computing - D Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE:QBTS) and Xanadu Quantum Technologies Ltd. (TSX:XNDU). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz....

With Brent crude oil hitting a wartime high of US$125 per barrel, how are investors reallocating capital in the oil and gas space away from the Middle East? We look at two stocks that offer a clear path to potential benefit: TAG Oil Ltd. (TSXV:TAO) and PetroTal Corp. (TSX:TAL). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

This week, we look past the hype with the rise and fall of recent food brand fad stocks and pick out two with engaging profiles: Goodfood Market Corp. (TSX:FOOD) and Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE:HBFG). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, we look into a pair of drone stocks highly aligned with the marketplace’s shift towards more cost-effective intelligence and strike technologies – Draganfly Inc. (CSE:DPRO) and Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSX:FLT). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oil prices are surging — but the impact goes far beyond the energy sector. In Episode 56 of The 5-Minute Investor , Trevor Abes and Jonathon Brown break down how rising oil prices, driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, are reshaping market dynamics across sectors. From energy producers benefiting directly, to consumer and industrial sectors feeling the squeeze...