Canaccord Genuity Group Initiates Coverage on Sprott (NYSE:SII)
On Tuesday, Canaccord Genuity Group began coverage of Sprott (NYSE:SII) in a detailed research note aimed at investors. They issued a favorable "buy" rating for the stock, signaling their positive outlook for the company.
Sprott Price Performance Overview
During trading on Tuesday, the shares of Sprott rose by $1.36, reaching a price of $43.32. The trading volume for the day was 26,410 shares, which is lower than the average volume of 68,141 shares. The company's financial metrics include a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06, reflecting a strong financial position. Additionally, Sprott has impressive liquidity measures with a quick ratio and current ratio both at 3.30.
In terms of price trends, Sprott's 50-day simple moving average is $42.87, while the 200-day simple moving average is $43.06. The market capitalization of Sprott stands at approximately $1.12 billion, with a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 23.80. Over the past year, the stock has seen a low of $34.51 and a high of $48.00.
Institutional Investors Engage with Sprott
Recently, several large institutional investors have either purchased or adjusted their holdings in Sprott. For instance, Toronto Dominion Bank increased its stake in Sprott by 64.2% in the second quarter and now holds 693 shares valued at around $29,000 after adding 271 shares. Point72 Asset Management L.P. entered a new position in Sprott with a similar investment of about $29,000 in the second quarter. Other notable investments include Capital Performance Advisors LLP and Quantbot Technologies LP, who also established new positions in the third quarter.
Currently, approximately 28.30% of the company's stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors, indicating strong institutional support.
About Sprott Inc.
Sprott Inc. operates as a publicly traded asset management holding company. Through its subsidiaries, the company offers a range of financial services including asset management, portfolio management, and consulting services tailored to meet the needs of its clients. Sprott's product offerings comprise mutual funds, hedge funds, offshore funds, and managed accounts.
Investment Considerations
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