The 5 Minute Investor Podcast

This week, we're looking at the elusive "tenbagger"—stocks that have delivered at least a 10x return over the past year. We analyze two Canadian small-cap companies that have achieved this incredible feat and explore what's driving their explosive growth.

Jon Brown dives into Intellabridge Technology Corporation (CSE: ISTK), an AI company whose stock has soared an astounding 3500% this year alone, earning it a dominant spot on the ...

This week, we're diving into the world of critical minerals and analyzing two mining stocks that have recently secured direct backing from the US government, highlighting a major trend in resource investing.

Jon Brown looks at Lithium Americas (TSX: LAC), which just finalized a massive $2.2 billion loan from the US Department of Energy for its Thacker Pass lithium project, giving the US government a direct equity stake in the compa...

With Electronic Arts going private in a massive $55 billion deal, the public gaming market has been shaken up. This week, we analyze where investors can look now, contrasting a global publishing giant with a small-cap esports innovator.

Jon Brown looks at Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO), highlighting the immense pressure on the public company to deliver on its blockbuster franchise, Grand Theft Auto 6. Then, Trevor Abes profile...

With a more dovish interest rate environment on the horizon, we're talking about Canadian real estate stocks that could be poised for a rebound. This week, we analyze two underrated REITs with strong fundamentals and potential upside.

Jon Brown looks at Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX: CAR.UN), one of Canada's largest residential landlords. He explores how its strategic acquisitions in unregulated markets and a stock price ...

This week, we're talking about companies specializing in green construction and infrastructure that are helping to expedite the energy transition. We analyze two Canadian leaders with very different roles in building a sustainable future.

Jon Brown looks at Bird Construction (TSX: BDT), a century-old company that is now a leader in sustainable development, with major contracts to build everything from green military housing to net-...

This week, we're diving into the world of flow-through shares—a unique Canadian investment that offers the double benefit of equity in a mining company and a tax deduction. We're highlighting two junior miners currently raising capital through this method.

Jon Brown looks at First Lithium Minerals (CSE: FLM), an early-stage exploration company offering a ground-floor opportunity with its flow-through financing as it explores for go...

With tariff pressures and interest rate uncertainty creating a rocky economy, we're analyzing two solid dividend-paying stocks that can help investors weather the storm.

Jon Brown looks at Exchange Income Corporation (TSX: EIF), a diversified company in aviation and manufacturing that stands out for its rare and reliable monthly dividend. Then, Trevor Abes dives into Medical Facilities Corporation (TSX: DR), a company that owns spe...

This week, we're looking beyond Canada's Big Six to find value and growth in the small-cap banking sector. We analyze two profitable and growing institutions that are carving out their own successful niches in a competitive industry.

Jon Brown looks at Laurentian Bank (TSX: LB), a nearly 200-year-old institution that is undergoing a major digital transformation to compete in the modern era, all while offering a stable 6% dividend. ...

This week, we're diving into the world of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and exploring two different ways to build a values-based portfolio.

Jon Brown looks at the Wealthsimple North America Socially Responsible Index ETF (TSX: WSRI), a one-stop solution for investors looking to gain diversified exposure to a basket of ESG-screened companies. Then, Trevor Abes highlights Anaergia Inc. (TSX: ANRG), a pure-play renewable...

With the US on the verge of potentially reclassifying cannabis as a less dangerous drug, we're analyzing how two of Canada's largest cannabis companies are positioned to capitalize on this historic shift.

Jon Brown dives into Canopy Growth (TSX: WEED/NASDAQ:CGC), exploring how its unique "Canopy USA" structure gives it a direct line into the American market, making the potential policy change a massive catalyst. Then, Trevor Abes h...

In a time of economic uncertainty, investors are seeking resilience and reliability. This week, we analyze two Canadian defensive stocks from essential industries that are built to withstand market volatility.

Jon Brown looks at Magellan Aerospace (TSX: MAL), a classic low-volatility defensive stock whose critical components for the aerospace and defense sectors are in constant demand, leading to an 88% year-to-date return. Then, T...

With the Bank of Canada and the US Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady, the calm may not last. This week, we analyze two different companies that make a strong case for being "rate-insensitive" and can enhance portfolio returns in any economic environment.

Jon Brown looks at Andlauer Healthcare Group (TSX: AND), a logistics company whose essential, highly regulated services make it a classic defensive play, with the added...

This week, we're focusing on the ever-growing security sector and highlighting two Canadian companies with very different approaches to keeping us safe.

Jon Brown looks at Sekur Private Data (CSE: SKUR), a cybersecurity company offering a suite of encrypted communication tools hosted on private Swiss servers, making it a pure-play on digital privacy. Then, Trevor Abes profiles Xtract One Technologies (TSX: XTRA), a company using AI...

This week, we're diving into the world of profitable Canadian small-cap stocks, highlighting two companies that have demonstrated strong operational success and consistent growth in their unique niches.

Jon Brown looks at Killam Apartment REIT (TSX: KMP.UN), one of Canada's largest residential landlords, making it a stable, dividend-paying play on the essential housing market. Then, Trevor Abes profiles AirIQ Inc. (TSXV: IQ), a pro...