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Tired of hour-long financial shows? Welcome to The 5 Minute Investor, the podcast that gets straight to the point. Every episode, join Stockhouse columnists Jonathon Brown and Trevor Abes as they deliver two quick, actionable stock picks in just five minutes. We cut through the noise to bring you compelling investment ideas in today's hottest sectors, including AI, tech, lithium, mining, and more. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, get your daily dose of market analysis and discover your next potential investment. This is not financial advice.

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September 4, 20267 min

Episode 77: Eric Sprott’s newest gold stocks

With gold prices fluctuating due to tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty and inflation worries, investors are looking for opportunities in the sector. One source of insight is billionaire mining investor Eric Sprott, whose recent investments highlight two companies worth watching: Storm Exploration Inc. (TSXV:STRM) and Cerrado Gold Inc. (TSXV:CERT). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 28, 20267 min

Episode 76: Curaleaf’s hostile takeover attempt of Aurora Cannabis

This week, we examine Curaleaf’s (TSX:CURA) bid for Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) as the cannabis industry faces ongoing margin pressure from intense competition and slow legalization, driving a growing wave of takeover activity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 21, 20269 min

Episode 75: 2 cinema stocks feeling the post-COVID revival

Celebrating our 75th episode, we’re taking a visual deep dive into two movie-related stocks. With profitable operations and solid market positions, Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) and Marcus Corp. (NYSE: MCS) could benefit from 2026 shaping up to be the movie theatre industry’s best year since the pandemic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 14, 20266 min

Episode 74: Two top-returning stocks to watch

On this episode, while wars, tariffs and geopolitical tensions dominate headlines, many public companies continue to create substantial shareholder value. We take a deep dive into two prospects: SPARC AI (CSE: SPAI) and Butterfly Network (NYSE: BFLY). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 7, 20266 min

Episode 73: The bargain case for digital banking stocks

With billions of adults still lacking adequate access to financial services, digital banks are rapidly filling the gap and positioning themselves as the next wave of disruption in finance. This week, we profile two burgeoning players in the digital banking space rapidly establishing themselves as finance’s next generation. They are Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) and Inter and Company Inc. (NASDAQ:INTR). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 3, 20267 min

Episode 72: The next AI gold rush is copper

In this episode, we explore the growing demand for copper, a market the International Energy Agency believes could face a 30% supply deficit by 2035, with shortages potentially emerging as early as 2027 according to BMI. As AI data centres drive a surge in electricity consumption, power grids require major upgrades, and renewable energy technologies continue expanding worldwide, demand for copper is accelerating at a time when declining ore grades and years of underinvestment are constraining supply. This widening gap is drawing attention to copper producers and growth-oriented miners that may be well positioned to benefit from the metal's critical role in the global economy. We'll take a closer look at Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) and Capstone Copper (TSX: CS) and examine how they could capitalize on this long-term trend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 20266 min

Episode 71: Weight-loss drug stocks

As obesity impacts more than 1 billion people globally, including 40% of Americans and 30% of Canadians, weight-loss drugs are creating significant opportunities for investors in publicly traded pharmaceutical companies. This week, we look at two profiles worth your attention: Viking Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:GPCR) and Structure Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:VKTX). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 17, 20264 min

Episode 70: Wildfires, AI, and opportunity

As climate-related disasters intensify, AI-driven disaster prediction and environmental monitoring have become increasingly vital for governments, insurers, and businesses looking to mitigate financial risk. For investors, this emerging climate intelligence sector offers a spectrum of opportunities—ranging from high-risk, speculative micro-caps specializing in predictive risk modelling to rapidly growing satellite data providers and established, highly profitable industry leaders in global catastrophe analytics. We highlight: Aisix Solutions Inc. (TSXV:AISX), Verisk Analytics Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSK), and Planet Labs (NYSE:PL). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 13, 20267 min

Episode 69: Gaming’s new dark reality

The video game industry is shifting away from a hardware-driven business toward one focused on digital ecosystems, intellectual property, and profitability. Microsoft is restructuring Xbox after years of costly acquisitions, cutting thousands of gaming jobs and prioritizing returns over growth, while Sony is betting on an all-digital future by ending physical game releases in 2028, a move that could boost margins but has sparked consumer and legal concerns. Meanwhile, Nintendo remains relatively stable thanks to its powerful franchises and continued support for physical media. For investors, the key question is no longer which company sells the most consoles, but which can best monetize its content, navigate rising AI-era costs, maintain consumer trust, and control distribution in an increasingly digital gaming landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 3, 20267 min

Episode 68: First-class airline stocks

With millions of investors and their families gearing up for summer vacation and airports across North America preparing for a considerable ramp-up in foot traffic, it’s the perfect moment to profile a pair of publicly traded airlines whose standout operations make them essential considerations for your portfolio: Copa Holdings (NYSE:CPA) and Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.