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The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)goeasyGSY.TOTOP PICKSep 26, 2024

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

As one of Canada's leading non-prime lenders to consumers, we reiterate GSY as a TOP PICK.  We like that cash reserves are growing, while debt is aggressively retired.  It trades at 12x earnings, 2.6x book and supports a ROE of 25%.  Recently reported Q2 earnings set a record for the company as credit applications rose 34%.  It's dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 30% of cash flow.  We recommend maintaining a stop at $150, looking to achieve $227 -- upside potential of 27%.  Yield 2.4%  

(Analysts’ price target is $227.14)
$178.79

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$41.83

As of Jun 24, 2026. Market Open.

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