Analyst Articles

We have written a 9-page Update Report on DATA Communications Management (DCM) after it announced preliminary fiscal 2024 financial results, with revenue expected between $478M and $480M, slightly below prior estimates. Adjusted EBITDA is projected at $62M to $64M, in line with expectations. The Company also introduced a dividend program, including a special dividend of $0.20 per share and a regular quarterly dividend of $0.025 per share. Revenue was impacted by project timing shifts, the exit from low-margin accounts, and the Canada Post strike, but cost efficiencies from the Moore Canada Corporation integration supported profitability. Final results will be released on March 12, 2025. [more]

At PDAC 2025, Fleet Space Technologies CEO Flavia Tata Nardini highlighted how AI, machine learning, and satellite technology could significantly accelerate and improve mineral exploration. Drawing parallels with space missions, she emphasized the importance of hiring data scientists and integrating cross-disciplinary datasets to stay competitive. With AI already helping reduce project timelines from months to days, she warned that mining companies risk being overtaken by tech firms if they fail to adapt. Fleet’s space-driven exploration technologies are also targeting lunar seismic mapping, further underscoring how Earth and space discoveries are increasingly interconnected. [more]

At PDAC 2025, Eric Sprott shared his investment philosophy, emphasizing value recognition, patience, and navigating market inefficiencies. He criticized major banks’ shorting practices, citing global regulatory failures, and highlighted gold and silver’s potential amid ongoing market manipulation. Sprott discussed investment strategies, stressing due diligence in resource analysis and undervalued mining stocks. With gold nearing $3,000 and bullish long-term forecasts, he sees opportunities in metals like manganese for solid-state batteries. He advised mining professionals to embrace risk and research deeply. His insights provide a roadmap for navigating the mining sector’s volatility and identifying overlooked value in resource investments. [more]

The mining investment landscape is shifting, and veteran investor Rick Rule sees opportunity. Speaking at PDAC, he emphasized that only a fraction of the 3,000 junior miners are worth investing in, urging investors to focus on management expertise, clear project objectives, and high-quality assets. He highlighted opportunities in Tier 1-bound deposits, high-quality producers like Agnico Eagle, and royalty and streaming companies. Rule also noted that single-asset producers are prime for consolidation as major mining companies seek growth. His core message: invest in quality teams, overlooked commodities, and projects with long-term potential despite prevailing market sentiment. [more]

At PDAC 2025’s Investment Leaders Forum, panelists discussed key strategies for investing in small-cap mining companies. Moderator Kai Hoffmann led a conversation with Robert Cohen of Scotia Global Asset Management and Willem Middelkoop of the Commodity Discovery Fund. They emphasized the importance of technical expertise, geopolitical awareness, and strategic risk management. Topics included emerging discoveries in gold, copper, and uranium, as well as the role of critical metals like antimony. With M&A activity increasing and geopolitical shifts impacting the sector, investors must remain adaptable. Their bottom-up approach focuses on exceptional discoveries and long-term value creation in the resource industry. [more]

BHP CEO Mike Henry outlined a bold vision at PDAC 2025, emphasizing the rising global demand for critical minerals and the investment opportunities ahead. With the world’s population expected to reach 10 billion by 2050, demand for copper alone is projected to increase by 70%, requiring significant exploration and innovation. He stressed the importance of policy reforms to maintain global competitiveness and highlighted BHP’s commitment to sustainability and local partnerships. He positioned BHP as a leader in shaping the future, ensuring that the mining industry remains essential to global infrastructure and economic development in the decades to come. [more]

We have written a 53-page Industry Report on “Royalty and Streaming Companies: A Low-Risk Path to Mining Exposure”. The report highlights the mining royalty and streaming sector as it has become an increasingly attractive investment avenue for those seeking exposure to the mining industry. Royalty and streaming companies generate revenue by providing upfront capital in exchange for a percentage of future mine production or revenue. This business model allows them to benefit from long-term mine production without incurring the high costs and uncertainties associated with direct mine operations. This report explores the industry landscape, recent developments, and an overview of 18 companies shaping this sector. Sailfish Royalty Corp. (TSXV: FISH) is a featured company in the report. Other companies include Franco-Nevada (TSX: FNV), Royal Gold (NASDAQ: RGLD), Sandstorm Gold (TSX: SSL), and Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX: WPM). [more]

The PDAC 2025 Convention, taking place in Toronto from March 2-5, features a keynote program covering four key themes: Commodity Outlook, Mining Industry Outlook, Technology & Innovation, and Discovery of the Year. Industry leaders, including BHP’s CEO Mike Henry and veteran investor Eric Sprott, will discuss the metals demand for 2050, trends in Canadian mining, and the impact of AI and satellite technology on exploration. The Discovery of the Year session will highlight the Onto copper-gold discovery in Indonesia. [more]