In today’s fast-moving financial markets, the definition of diversification is evolving rapidly. For decades, investors relied primarily on a blend of equities and bonds to manage risk and pursue returns. But shifting macroeconomic dynamics, persistent inflation, and geopolitical tensions have underscored the need to invest in safer and inflation hedging assets.
Ticker: WCP (TSX)
Headquarters: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
CEO: Grant Fagerheim
Founded: 2009
Industry: Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX: BTE) is a Canadian oil and gas company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, with operations in both Canada and the United States. It is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: BTE) and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BTE). The company specializes in the acquisition, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas, with key assets in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB) and the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas.
Jaguar Mining Inc. (TSE: JAG) is a Canadian gold mining, development, and exploration company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. It operates primarily in Brazil’s Iron Quadrangle, a historic and prolific gold-producing region in Minas Gerais. The company owns and manages the Turmalina Gold Mine and the Caeté Complex, which includes the Pilar and Roça Grande mines, alongside a processing plant.
Teck Resources Limited. (NYSE: TECK), Tech Resources Limited is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities, and land. Teck Resources Limited engages in exploring for, acquiring, developing, and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX: CVE) is a major Canadian integrated oil and gas company, with operations spanning crude oil and natural gas exploration, production, and refining. The company has a strong presence in Canada, particularly in the oil sands, and operates refining assets in the United States. Cenovus benefits from its dual focus on upstream production and downstream refining, which allows it to process its own crude oil and better manage price volatility. Its oil sands operations contribute significantly to production, while its refining capacity provides a steady flow of refined petroleum products.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX: AQN) is a prominent Canadian company specializing in both renewable energy generation and regulated utility services. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, Algonquin operates across North America, providing essential services in electricity, natural gas, and water distribution.
Equinox Gold Corporation (TSX: EQX), is a growth-focused Canadian mining company led by an experienced management team, including Chairman Ross Beaty, President, and CEO Greg Smith that operates seven producing gold mines across the Americas, with a new mine in Ontario, Canada poised to pour its first gold in the first half of 2024. The company has an extensive portfolio of over 40 mines and projects and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.
TC Energy Corporation (TSX: TRP), based in Calgary, Alberta, is a leading North American energy company primarily involved in natural gas pipelines, liquids pipelines, and energy production. It operates one of the continent’s largest natural gas pipeline networks, spanning Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, while also managing a liquids pipeline system that includes the well-known Keystone Pipeline. Additionally, TC Energy has interests in power generation and storage, with assets in nuclear, natural gas, and hydroelectric power. The company is recognized for its stable financial performance, largely driven by long-term contracts and regulated assets, which provide predictable cash flows and support its regular dividend payments.
Valeura Energy Inc. (TSX: VLE) is a prominent Canadian public company with its headquarters situated in Calgary, Alberta. The company has carved a niche for itself in the exploration, development, and production of petroleum and natural gas. Valeura Energy’s operations are primarily concentrated in the Thrace Basin of Turkey, where it holds substantial interests in various natural gas production and exploration licenses. The Thrace Basin is particularly noteworthy for its unconventional gas potential, making it a focal point for Valeura’s strategic endeavors. The company’s approach is deeply rooted in leveraging its extensive expertise and resources to unlock the intrinsic value of its assets. This is achieved through a steadfast commitment to sustainable and responsible energy development practices.