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Top penny stocks on the TSX & TSXV — October 1, 2026

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Explore the latest penny stocks making waves on the TSX and TSXV this October.

As of October 1, 2026, here are some notable penny stocks on the TSX and TSXV, mainly in the materials sector. The table below summarizes their current prices, market caps, and recent performance metrics:

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Stocks in this list

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Company NameTickerPrice (CAD)Market Cap (CAD)1D Change1W ChangeSector
Patagonia Gold CorpPGDC.V0.425199.6M+1.19%-15.00%Materials
Honey Badger Silver IncTUF.V0.870199.5M-1.14%-3.33%Materials
NMC Resource CorporationNRC.V1.430198.7M+11.72%+7.52%Materials
Surge Copper CorpSURG.V0.510198.4M+0.00%-1.92%Materials
Li-FT Power Ltd.LIFT.V2.070195.9M+0.00%-6.76%—
BluEnergies Ltd.BLU.V4.250191.4M+0.00%+0.00%—
Lavras Gold CorpLGC.V2.910191.1M-5.21%-13.13%Materials
Oceanic Iron Ore CorpFEO.V0.720190.9M-1.37%-6.49%Materials
Falco Resources LtdFPC.V0.530190.7M-2.75%-5.36%Materials
Mega Uranium Ltd.MGA.TO0.495190.5M-6.60%-11.61%Energy
Arrow Exploration CorpAXL.V0.665190.1M-1.48%-3.62%Energy
Sherritt International CorporationS.TO0.270190.1M-3.57%+8.00%Materials

Investor takeaway: Penny stocks can be volatile. While some have shown recent gains, it's essential to do thorough research before investing.

Recent Performance Highlights

Some stocks on this list have shown significant one-day gains, with NMC Resource Corporation leading at +11.72%.

Bull case

Investors might find opportunities in these stocks due to their growth potential in the materials sector, especially as commodity prices rise.

Bear case

The penny stock market can be unpredictable, and many of these companies face challenges that could affect their performance.

Patagonia Gold Corp (PGDC.V)

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Patagonia Gold Corp operates in the mining sector, focusing on gold and silver production. Currently priced at CA$0.425, the company has a market cap of CA$199.6 million. Despite a recent decline of 15% over the past week, it saw a slight increase of 1.19% today. Investors should keep an eye on the company's operational updates and market conditions affecting gold prices, as these can significantly influence its stock performance.

NMC Resource Corporation (NRC.V)

NMC Resource Corporation is another player in the materials sector, with a current price of CA$1.430 and a market cap of CA$198.7 million. It has shown impressive momentum, with an 11.72% increase today and a 7.52% rise over the past week. This performance may be due to positive developments in its resource extraction projects, making it a noteworthy option for investors looking for growth potential in the materials space.

Honey Badger Silver Inc (TUF.V)

Honey Badger Silver Inc focuses on silver mining and is currently priced at CA$0.870, with a market cap of CA$199.5 million. The stock has seen a slight decrease of 1.14% today and a 3.33% drop over the past week. Investors should monitor silver market trends and the company's exploration results, as these factors could impact its future performance.


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Published: October 1, 2026
Last Updated: October 1, 2026

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