Earning Reports to Watch (Nov 26-30)

Opinion about DMI-X: It has been a disappointing stock to him. They have had some hiccups, but likes their asset base. The problem is that synthetic diamonds are taking away from overall demand. They have not been operating as well as they should have been. He might prefer Lucara Diamond (LUC-T).

Opinion about EGD-X: Been a nice success story. His opinion is that the commodity cycle has really played out here.

Opinion about MRZ-X: (A Top Pick Oct 16/19, Down 24%) It is a prospect generator in Chile and Argentina. Their enterprise value is very low. They have a very high working capital position. Their permitting on drilling is slower than anticipated.

Opinion about SCZ-X: Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research Silver tends to follow gold, with the caveat that it also has industrial usages, so in a recession it may lag. But we think the outlook is good, with rates likely to decline (eventually) and the US dollar possible weaker (especially if…

Opinion about AME-X: They were abutting New Gold’s (NGD-T) Ashton project. They have an interesting exploration play and have sold some rights to New Gold. A speculative situation.

Opinion about IPT-X: CCL.B-T A great label maker. A fantastic story over the years. He would never recommend selling it. You also have IPT-T and have been selling weak with all the hurricanes in the last weeks. They create a lot of value but there is better value with IPT-T. He holds this over CCL.B-T…

Opinion about SMD-X: He is tempted to buy this because it is selling at a discount to the cash and securities in the company, and you get the assets for free. The thing that holds him back is that this has undergone a strategic change. At one point they were a prospect generator, using their…

Opinion about ADZ-X: Intelligently run diamond exploration company. Has yet to see that they have economic pipes. Also into nickel but he has not been following this.

Opinion about BGM-X: The Barkerville district has a lot of prospectivity. Their individual drill results are excellent but under the control of the Osisko company. He doesn't own it, because has a hard time getting the drill holes to tie together. That said, the district has a lot of promise and the exploration team is…

Opinion about CXO-X: Have had very good results but can tie them together. Also, it's a seasonal play in northwest B.C. so there won't be results till 2020.

Opinion about CGT-T: Have projects in Nevada and French Guiana. Until recently, French Guiana was a tough place to explore. However, the government has mapped out areas where you can mine open pit, areas where you can mine underground and areas where you cannot mine. That is a huge plus. Have a large deposit in…

Opinion about EPO-X: Potash in an area that is very close to deals that have been happening. On Junior potash plays in Saskatchewan, he is becoming worried about capital spending on account of foreign majors coming in. Concerned about the long-term prospects of this company.

Opinion about FPC-X: A project that is effectively right underneath the Horne Mine Complex in Québec. Originally it was very low grade gold and copper, so in order for this to be economic, they have to be able to mine it using bulk mining methods, and keep the costs as low as possible. That would…

Opinion about GFG-X: Some of the people behind Gold Standard Ventures, are behind this one as well. If you follow success in this industry, you will do relatively well. They raised a lot of money for Gold Standard Ventures and it has done well. It is probably in the 8th-9th inning before it gets bought…

Opinion about GPH-X: He doesn’t follow this company, but generic comments on graphite is that if you are keen on Elon Musk and Tesla, you should be keen on graphite. There is literally more graphite in lithium ion batteries than there is lithium. However, graphite is not all the same. You want really, really course…

Opinion about KNT-T: Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly KNT has been producing gold in Papua New Guinea since 2018 and recently reported a 71% increase in Q1 production, just as gold hits all-time high prices.  Cash flow is so strong, they are able to build reserves while aggressively deploying capital on project expansions.  It trades…

Opinion about MUN-X: (A Top Pick Mar 05/19, Down 33%) A copper play in Serbia. It has three joint ventures including Newport. They still have a large land package that could lead to other projects. They also have assets in Bulgaria. He will continue to hold it.

Opinion about NLC-X: Would recommend buying on weakness. EV business will be strong. Expect volatility. Strong for the long term investor. Owns shares. Valuation and story is compelling.  

Opinion about NCP-T: A small, very speculative land holder in Canada. Higher nickel prices may push this stock higher

Opinion about NHK-T: Used to own it, because they had a high-grade project in the Northwest Territories, but they were interested in a lower-grade target that didn't interest him so he sold. He doesn't know their company strategy anymore.

Opinion about NOT-X: They've been around for a while and own a lot of the Ring of Fire's nickel deposits. Ontario was supposed to open infrastructure so these deposits would get mined. It's a government and infrastructure play. But NOT has a lot of debt, with no cash flow. Government involvement can work out long-term.

Opinion about SIL-T: Investing in debt securities of mining companies rather than the equity and are getting some pretty good terms.

Opinion about WKM-X: Used to own it and would like to again this spring or summer. Knows the management team and where they're mining, Nevada, very well.

Opinion about ZEN-X: A graphite deposit in Northern Ontario. Preliminary Economic Assessment has been overdue but came out today and, if good, it would lead to a bankable feasibility study. They should start presenting now and telling people what is going to happen, as it looks like now there may be some good value there.

Opinion about OML-X: California company that makes very precise metal parts. A lot of their work comes out of the defense area. Recently got a new contract for a diesel engine and anti-lock brake component as well as green lead free ammunition.

Opinion about TGX-X: Easy money has been made.

Opinion about RDU-X: Tempted to buy more. They may get a small royalty from a mine they found. They source really good simple projects to explore. There is no catalyst, but you are buying a good company for less than the cash in the bank.

Opinion about RML-X: Located in Venezuela, which is a problem. If they have a major discovery there is a chance they could be expropriated.

Opinion about DUG-V: (A Top Pick March 9/18 Down 59%) He was taking a flyer on this one, which eventually went “cease trade” when documents were not filled on time. He sold all their holdings after losing faith in the company. Management made acquisitions, but failed to execute on the strategy. There are now issues…

Opinion about XTC-T: Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research For its fourth fiscal quarter, XTC matched EPS estimates of 20c. Revenue missed estimates of $160M coming in at $155.4M, declining 3% year-over-year. The company's outlook for next year calls for $750M in  revenue, $120M in EBITDA, and EPS of approximately $1.50.…

Opinion about VPY-X: Great management and great Board of Directors. They just finished a raise. Doesn’t think there are any headwinds anymore. With a fully loaded balance sheet, they’ve got a great growth in their client base, having gone from zero to 42 with 17,500 payers in the last year. Just signed on an ERP…

Opinion about JET-X: These people are going to start up an ultra low-cost carrier in Canada. They haven’t got into flying yet, and haven’t got the business off the ground. They plan to go into some of the markets that are under serviced, where other carriers are not into them right now. They are working…

Opinion about CRP-T: (A Top Pick April 3/14. Down 12%.) A fully integrated agricultural company with a railroad to their elevators along with production of legumes and wheat. Thinks it should deliver quite nicely this summer because of what is going on in California. Feels drought is going to haunt us from a food inflation…

Opinion about FLT-X: Designs and develops software for drones, SaaS business model. Mainly for governments and some corporate. Problem is revenues are growing, but so are the losses. Not a lot of runway. You could buy it closer to 30 cents, be patient. (Analysts’ price target is $0.57)

Opinion about HTC-X: Generally doesn't think carbon capture and storage is the solution to reducing emissions. Questions if this is a viable solution. Hasn't been demonstrated on scale. Carbon capture will play a role where there is a market for carbon dioxide, enhanced oil recovery.

Opinion about PNG-X: Really cool products like deep-sea drones. New CEO has done an outstanding job. He doesn't own now because valuation is at a premium. Government contracts can take a long time to materialize; but when they do, they're large. Good way to get exposure to the space.

Opinion about XBC-T: Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research. Continues to expand globally via partnerships. RNG and hydrogen tailwinds. Lower valuation risk.

Opinion about PYR-T: There is a solid plan to build out the company. Plasma can be used in several different industries. If buying, start with a small quantity.

Opinion about BNS-T: Likes it. Their exposure in Latin America offers exposure to copper and other minerals. Management is shifting focus from Latin America to outside that area. He sees success here, and the stock is priced well now. The yield is generous and safe. This could be a core holding.

Opinion about AFCC-X: They are providing almost a royalty payment to those wanting to financial auto dealership loans. They go out and borrow money and make royalty investment in those investing in a dealership. He is watching for them to make a third party investment outside of their dealer group. They pay a great dividend…

Opinion about HIVE-X: Like a Mini-Me Coinbase. He's traded this, on relatively small positions in separately managed accounts. Not in his fund. Good way to ride the wave of blockchain and cryptocurrency.

Opinion about OLY-T: (A Top Pick Mar 21/24, Down 3.9%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with OLY has triggered its stop at $98.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  

Opinion about RSS-CN: This is going to be the high-tech story in Canada. They developed a platform for real estate agents and have over 300,000 users now. The only problem with it was that it was not trading in the US, but it has now started trading there. Now a global operation. It’s illiquid.

Opinion about VB-T: A branch-less bank that does financing for their customers. They should have higher margins than other banks, but he would sit on the sidelines for a while. They are trying to do interesting things with the dividend.

Opinion about RY-T: (A Top Pick Mar 15/24, Up 27%) RY is the least-exposed bank exposed to tariffs. Good. Volatilty in capital markets benefits RY's cap markets division. The dividend is reasonable and now trades at a premium valuation in this sector, but this is deserved.

Opinion about CM-T: We've already recommended National Bank, so let's look at the second-cheapest bank, CIBC, with its 11.2.x PE and EPS growth over five years of 5.39%, better than RY's 5.16%. Commerce has beaten its last four quarters with room to spare, and pays a safe dividend of 4.49%. Its EPS growth is beating…

Opinion about TD-T: Coming out of a really vulnerable time with money laundering. Settled case, implemented new protocols. US assets capped; but TD shifted some assets around, giving them space to grow without running afoul of the cap. New CEO is very committed to turning over a new leaf.

Opinion about IFR-X: Involved in the UK North Sea. In the process of drilling a well with the Lundins that is very important. In about 1 month will start working with Husky (HSE-T) in the North West Territories. Between the winters of 2008 and 2009, you will have a good shot if they have any…

Opinion about OYL-X: Did a shareholder vote and Pacific Rubiales (PRE-T) will be assuming the management of the company. Drilling off the coast of Guyana. Got to about 1000 feet of the target. Because of gas creating a lot of pressure, they couldn’t finish the drilling. Potential is still there and could be a world-class…

Opinion about FSY-T: Being acquired at $7 but because of the lower stock price, market indicates the deal is not going to close. Doesn't see this as a good way of making a quick buck. You are trying to beat the pros at a game that they are very, very good at.

Opinion about LXE-X: They're in northeast BC where Tourmaline is consolidating land and assets, near LXE. So, LXE will become topical. LXE has reached an inflection point after acquiring a lot of land and pushed the Montney play to the northeast. Now, they need a lot of capital to move to full development. They're talking…

Opinion about DVT-X: Very cheap stock in 04 and then went parabolic in early 06, had a spiked top and then fell in late 06 and had a bottom of about $3. The risk is $.75 and until it moves, you won't know what the reward is.

Opinion about JP-X: Just announced a deal last week where they are launching in Mexico. Thinks mobile gambling is a real growth industry. Has a tiny stake in this one.

Opinion about DSG-T: Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research Its customers are facing difficulty with making decisions given the uncertain trade environment. We think that it will see increased uncertainties in sales and earnings guidance, but largely, it has navigated challenges well in the past (2020) and we would be comfortable…

Opinion about LTE-X: They are doing distinctive infrastructure, where they are digging trenches to get that last mile to the home. They are doing this in the UK, and have a large contract with one company. He really likes the story, but is waiting to see some revenues and earnings drop to the bottom line…

Opinion about PTK-X: It trades only 39,000 shares per day, so it isn't very liquid. (The beta is 0.23.) It still has negative earnings. POET reported on April 26 a fourth-quarter net loss of $3.7 million, or $0.10 per share, vs. a loss of $5 million, or $0.17 per share, a year ago. POET didn't…

Opinion about RHT-X: Healthcare tech company.Have recently been short the stock in the past.Not sure how financials are going to improve.Poor management of company.Not a good long term holding.

Opinion about SYZ-T: (A Top Pick Oct 26/21, Down 13%) Stock's started to recover under the new CEO. Now focused more on faster growth. Margins have pulled back because expenses have increased, but still a high-margin business long term.

Opinion about TCS-T: They dominate supply chain management software solutions in US hospitals, and are moving into pharmacies. Has recommend it before. Good to buy now on a pullback. They recently raised guidance. Recurring revenues are growing over 30% annually as gross margins top 70% and EBITDA to pass 10% next year. Are buying back…

Opinion about CLY-X: This company has been in flux and is finally coming through its last phase. There has been a management and board of director change. There will be a lot of new client acquisitions and a capital cleanup, which will ignite growth.

Opinion about MIR-X: In Canada, this smallcap (C$210 million) biotech in Halifax submitted its antibody test to the FDA. Since April 22, MedMira has soared from 6 cents/share to over 30. There's scant coverage or even stock metrics to report. Also MedMira is one of many companies to submit such tests to the FDA, but…

Opinion about EMH-X: This company has a lot of scientific research to support the health care aspects of cannabis. They also have extensive experience in low cost farming economics as part of their partnership with Village Farms (VFF-T).

Opinion about LBL-X: A very well run company with a really interesting variety of nickel exposure in Norway and 1st rate exploration projects.

Opinion about RP-X: Have buildings in Calgary and Waterloo. Good group that will gradually work their way through it. High risk.

Opinion about WMD-X: He has been looking at this as it has become more attractive now. A mid-tier producer that has stagnated when a partnership did not materialize. They are involved in the specialty pharmacy business which could grow into the mainstream in the future. They could be bought out in the future.

Opinion about OGI-X: Flies under the radar, not top tier because of its size. Tremendous respect for management team. Very efficient, and that's probably why BATS invested. Will be one of the fastest growing sectors in next decade.

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Opinion about DOO-T: (A Top Pick Jan 23/25, Down 12.7%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with DOO has triggered its stop at $67.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.

Opinion about IQ-X: New technology officer. Early stages. Wait to see what happens.