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    This Week’s Stock Picks & BNN Top Picks Summary: OSPN-Q, VET-T and 20 Stock and 4 ETF Top Picks (Jul 18-24)

    Melisa R. H. Posted On July 25, 2025
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    This week were 20 Stock and 4 ETF Top Picks in a wide range of industries: Basic Materials, Technology, Energy, ETF, Financials, Industrials, Healthcare, Consumer,

    Here are this week´s Top Picks as selected by: Michael O’Reilly, Billy Kawasaki, Lyle Stein, Keith Richards, Richard Orrell, Brianne Gardner and John Zechner.

    🛢Basic Materials

    Agnico-Eagle Mines (AEM-T)

    Agnico-Eagle Mines (AEM-T) — Stockchase
    Agnico-Eagle Mines (AEM-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about AEM-T: Biggest single equity holding he has in client portfolios. He did trim, as it got to be way too big a position. Like the gold price, has stagnated over the last few months. Sees it as portfolio protection, insulates from inflation and geopolitical concerns. Tariff issues are still to be resolved, and…

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    B2Gold Corp. (BTO-T)

    B2Gold Corp. (BTO-T) — Stockchase
    B2Gold Corp. (BTO-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about BTO-T: Gold should at least maintain these levels due to central bank buying. Underappreciated by the market, as everyone was worried about geopolitical risk. Growth is coming on in less risky areas, including in Canada. Discount to NAV. Good operators. Yield is 2.28%. (Analysts’ price target is $6.61)

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    Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (WDO-T)

    Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (WDO-T) — Stockchase
    Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (WDO-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about WDO-T: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate this Canadian based producer of gold and silver.  Management just reported a 20% increase in ounces produced over the year, ahead of next month's earnings release.  Recently reported earnings showed cash reserves growing, while debt was aggressively retired.  We continue to recommend a stop at…

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    💻 Technology

    Advanced Micro Devices (AMD-Q)

    Advanced Micro Devices (AMD-Q) — Stockchase
    Advanced Micro Devices (AMD-Q) — Stockchase

    Opinion about AMD-Q: Still carving out its lane in AI chips. Q2 earnings beat by a hair. Data centre revenue up 80% YOY. Gaming segment remains soft. 8/10 on fundamentals. Chip momentum is real. Consistent upward trend since April selloff.Prefers, and owns, NVDA. But things could change.

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    OneSpan Inc. (OSPN-Q)

    OneSpan Inc. (OSPN-Q) — Stockchase
    OneSpan Inc. (OSPN-Q) — Stockchase

    Opinion about OSPN-Q: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly OSPN provides digital encryption applications for authentication purposes.  It is actively added quantum-resistant encoding, protecting financial and government customers from the highest level of hacking.  It trades at 10x earnings, 2.5x book and supports a 28% ROE.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $11, looking to achieve…

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    PLDT Inc. (PHI-N)

    PLDT Inc. (PHI-N) — Stockchase
    PLDT Inc. (PHI-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about PHI-N: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly PHI is the largest telecommunications company in the Philippines.  It has completed 97% of the capital intensive project converting legacy to fiber optic systems for the residential customer and has completed a US-Transpacific sub-sea fiber network.  All this while growing cash reserves, retiring debt, and supporting a…

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    Motorola (MSI-N)

    Motorola (MSI-N) — Stockchase
    Motorola (MSI-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about MSI-N: Today, the company's more about keeping the city safe and connected. 2/3 of company revenue comes from radios, video surveillance, and central-hardware systems. Rest comes from the software side with long-term contracts, strong profit margins, and reliable cashflow. Likes this recurring revenue. Recent acquisition brings in advanced wireless tech, expanding reach into higher-growth…

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    Unity Software (U-N)

    Unity Software  (U-N) — Stockchase
    Unity Software (U-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about U-N: Unity Software Inc. is a leading platform for content creators of all kinds, including game developers, architects, automotive designers, filmmakers, and more. The company's primary product, the Unity engine, is one of the most advanced creation engines available, enabling high-quality renderings in both 2D and 3D formats. By providing the tools necessary…

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    ⚡ Energy

    Vermilion Energy Inc (VET-T)

    Vermilion Energy Inc (VET-T) — Stockchase
    Vermilion Energy Inc (VET-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about VET-T: Canadian gas is where it's at. Interesting angle with this name is that they have gas in Europe -- Ireland, Germany -- and the market's not fully reflecting these assets in the price. Well managed, good tradition of being shareholder friendly via dividends, buybacks, and managing debt well. Underappreciated. In this market, he…

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    Arc Resources Ltd (ARX-T)

    Arc Resources Ltd (ARX-T) — Stockchase
    Arc Resources Ltd (ARX-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about ARX-T: Near the bottom of a trading pattern. Uptrend. Hitting a bit of resistance, but touching the longer-term trendline. The lows are getting higher, nothing's breaking down. He just added another 2% to his position. Decent dividend yield of 2.82%. (Analysts’ price target is $34.53)

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    💹 ETF

    iShares Japan ETF (EWJ-N)

    iShares Japan ETF (EWJ-N) — Stockchase
    iShares Japan ETF (EWJ-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about EWJ-N: US markets are a little riskier now. On a relative basis, EMs and Japan are doing better. Japan broke out from a very long lid, and that's very constructive. Chart's now consolidating. Bought his first leg about 1 week ago. Coming off the bottom of the current consolidation pattern, a good place…

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    IVZ Nasdaq 100 Index ETF (QQC.F-T)

    IVZ Nasdaq 100 Index ETF (QQC.F-T) — Stockchase
    IVZ Nasdaq 100 Index ETF (QQC.F-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about QQC.F-T: Is currency hedged. Holds AI, which has a long trajectory ahead. Add this if there's a pullback this month. Likes the hedged version.

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    Horizons Global Semiconductor Index ETF (CHPS-T)

    Horizons Global Semiconductor Index ETF (CHPS-T) — Stockchase
    Horizons Global Semiconductor Index ETF (CHPS-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about CHPS-T: Holds AI, but comes with volatility. There are few semis ETFs in Canada. This holds Taiwan Semi which he really likes. He will buy this on a pullback.

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    iShares S&P 500 Index ETF (XSP-T)

    iShares S&P 500 Index ETF (XSP-T) — Stockchase
    iShares S&P 500 Index ETF (XSP-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about XSP-T: The hedged version. Is a core holding of his. Can hold this a long time and can generate income from it instead of buying a covered call ETF.

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    🏛 Financials

    Canadian Apartment Properties (CAR.UN-T)

    Canadian Apartment Properties (CAR.UN-T) — Stockchase
    Canadian Apartment Properties (CAR.UN-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about CAR.UN-T: Decent dividend. He actually has 3 REIT positions (including XRE and NWH.UN) because they're value plays right now, all pay dividends, and are a bit overlooked. His view is that markets may be in for more volatility, so you want stocks with lower beta. Buy here at the bottom of its range,…

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    Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. (HRTG-N)

    Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. (HRTG-N) — Stockchase
    Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. (HRTG-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about HRTG-N: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We again reiterate HRTG as a TOP PICK.  Analysts expect this insurance provider to show earnings growth of 62% in 2025 and another 13% in 2026.  It trades at 9x earnings, 2.1x book and supports a ROE of 26%.  We continue to recommend a stop at $17,…

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    Canadian General Investments (CGI-T)

    Canadian General Investments (CGI-T) — Stockchase
    Canadian General Investments (CGI-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about CGI-T: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate CGI, who manages a well diversified portfilio of holdings including NVIDIA, Franco-Nevada and CP Kansas City Rail.  It trades at 3x earnings, under book and supports a 23% ROE.  We continue to recommend a stop at $35.50, looking to achieve $48.50 -- upside potential of…

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    🚚 Industrials

    Transportadora De Gas Sur (TGS-N)

    Transportadora De Gas Sur (TGS-N) — Stockchase
    Transportadora De Gas Sur (TGS-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about TGS-N: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly TGS operates Argentina's most extensive natural gas gathering and processing network of pipelines and facilities.  Its revenues are stable and fee-based as it transports almost 2/3 of the country's natural gas.  It trades at 11x earnings, 1.6x book and supports a 20% ROE.  Cash reserves are growing,…

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    Tesla Inc (TSLA-Q)

    Tesla Inc (TSLA-Q) — Stockchase
    Tesla Inc (TSLA-Q) — Stockchase

    Opinion about TSLA-Q: Cult stock. Losing market share. People are paying up for what it's going to do with robotics in the future. He's not. 

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    Pembina Pipeline Corp (PPL-T)

    Pembina Pipeline Corp (PPL-T) — Stockchase
    Pembina Pipeline Corp (PPL-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about PPL-T: Energy infrastructure in Canada is one of the great areas to invest in. Fits in well with natural gas being moved east--west. Under pressure in last year due to tolling on Alliance Pipeline, but that's more than factored in. Lowest valuation of the group, so more potential for growth. Yield is 5.60%.Canada's…

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    👨‍⚕️ Healthcare

    Abbott Labs (ABT-N)

    Abbott Labs (ABT-N) — Stockchase
    Abbott Labs (ABT-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about ABT-N: Diversified. Over 60% of sales come from outside US, so a more globally balanced name in the sector. 10/10 on fundamentals. Medical devices division has had 10 straight quarters of 10+% growth with momentum in epilepsy, diabetes, and heart failure. Focusing on growing its core lab-testing platform and expanding diagnostic footprint in…

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    Hims & Hers Health (HIMS-N)

    Hims & Hers Health (HIMS-N) — Stockchase
    Hims & Hers Health (HIMS-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about HIMS-N: Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (listed as Hims on the stock exchange) is a telehealth company that offers a range of wellness and healthcare services primarily via online platforms. Known for its direct-to-consumer approach, the company focuses on dermatology, mental health, and primary care, among other sectors. Hims aims to democratize access…

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    🛍 Consumer

    Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG-N)

    Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG-N) — Stockchase
    Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG-N) — Stockchase

    Opinion about CMG-N: Positioning appeals to a broad demographic, especially younger consumers who are more focused on quality and sustainability. Same-store sales expected to grow 6-7% this year. Brand still has pricing power. Store expansion is aggressive (300 stores this year) but disciplined. Efficiency is key to the story. Not cheap, but justified. Track record of…

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    Rogers Communications (B) (RCI.B-T)

    Rogers Communications (B) (RCI.B-T) — Stockchase
    Rogers Communications (B) (RCI.B-T) — Stockchase

    Opinion about RCI.B-T: Sector has underperformed dramatically last couple of years. Immigration changes have slowed growth, more competition with Quebecor. Starting to see pressure mitigate a bit. Shaw added massive debt. Cashflow growth starting to improve, and FCF starting to increase. Paying down debt. Starting to monetize assets. Low valuation. Sports franchises are underappreciated. Yield…

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    Use this list wisely to identify buying opportunities.
    Happy trading !!!

    Discover What's Inside

    • What is a Stock Top Pick?
    • What Makes a Stock a Top Pick?
    • What are BNN Top Picks?
    • Should I Buy the Stock Top Picks Now?

    What is a Stock Top Pick?

    In simple terms, a stock top pick refers to a stock that is recommended by financial experts or investment analysts as being a highly promising investment option. These stocks are typically believed to have a great potential for growth and profitability. Stock top picks are often given by analysts or financial institutions who conduct in-depth research and analysis of various stocks available in the market. Their recommendations are based on a multitude of factors such as company performance, industry trends, market conditions, and potential catalysts that could impact the stock’s value.

    Stockchase reviews and documents Daily Top Stock Picks from multiple sources including BNN Market Call, Mad Money with Jim Cramer, 5i Research Forums and the Stockchase team of analysts.  Investors tend to gravitate towards top picks as they believe these stocks have a higher chance of providing a good return on investment.

    What Makes a Stock a Top Pick?

    Now that we understand the basic concept of a stock top pick, let’s delve into what factors make a stock qualify as a top pick. Several key characteristics are typically considered when identifying a stock as a top pick:strong financial performance, industry trends, market opportunities, and management team. By assessing these factors, analysts are able to identify stocks that have a higher likelihood of outperforming the market and delivering favorable returns to investors.

    What are BNN Top Picks?

    BNN, also known as Business News Network, is a Canadian television channel that focuses on providing the latest news and analysis related to business, finance, and the stock market.  The BNN Top Picks are the stocks that were featured as Top Picks by the channel’s expert analysts and guests on the Market Call show. They are part of the Stock Top Picks documented on Stockchase.

    Should I Buy the Stock Top Picks Now?

    Now comes the million-dollar question: should you buy the top picks now? The answer to this question depends on various factors, including your personal financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment strategy. It is important to note that stock market calls, including top picks, are never foolproof. Market conditions can change rapidly, and even the most well-researched top pick may not perform as expected. 

    Before making any investment decisions, it is advisable to do your own research. Remember that investing in the stock market always carries risks, and it is crucial to diversify your portfolio. A balanced investment approach that includes a mix of stocks, bonds, and other asset classes is often recommended to manage risk and maximize returns.

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