2024 was a solid year for WTS Capital. We experienced some solid growth, shared some unreal stock picks, and made connections that we’re excited to build on in the year ahead. It’s been rewarding to see the value we’ve brought to our readers, and we’re looking forward to stepping things up in 2025.

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To kick off the year, we’re diving into our 5 penny stock picks for 2025. Of course, Penny stocks come with many risks, but this is the realm we know best. It’s where we’ve found opportunities time and time again, and we’re excited to share this year’s first set of picks with you.

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Q2 Metals Corp.

Tickers: $QTWO.V, $QUEXF

Market Cap: $105M

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Q2 Metals is a lithium explorer focused on the Cisco Lithium Project in the James Bay region of Quebec. In 2024, the company drilled 17 holes totalling 6,300 meters and identified what could be a huge mineralized system. Outcrop sampling and mapping revealed 23 lithium-bearing zones, and only a fraction of the property has been explored so far.

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Recently, Q2 tripled its land position at Cisco to over 39,000 hectares, adding key infrastructure advantages with access to the Billy Diamond Highway and proximity to Matagami, a mining hub with rail connections. The company plans an ambitious 6,000–8,000 meter drill program in 2025, targeting both known zones and new outcropping areas.

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Blockmate Ventures Inc.

Tickers: $MATE.V, $MATEF

Market Cap: $35M

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Blockmate Ventures is a blockchain company with a focus on decentralized physical infrastructure networks. Their main asset, Hivello, allows users to share computing resources for tasks like AI modelling, storage, and VPN services. It’s a simple way for people to earn passive income, and the platform has huge potential in developing markets like Africa and Asia, where extra income could go a long way.

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What really stands out right now is Tony G’s involvement. Blockmate recently secured $1.4M in funding led by Antanas "Tony G" Guoga, a well-known entrepreneur, blockchain investor, and former EU politician. His firm, Sol Strategies, is valued at over $300M, so having him back the company is a big deal. Tony’s group bought units at $0.10, with warrants at $0.50 for 36 months, showing strong confidence in Blockmate’s roadmap.

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Between Hivello’s rapid growth and Tony G’s support, we see Blockmate as a unique play in the blockchain space. The upcoming Hivello token launch in Q1 2025 adds even more excitement, making this one to watch closely.

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Midnight Sun Mining Corp.

Tickers: $MMA.V, $MDNGF

Market Cap: $101M

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Midnight Sun Mining is a junior exploration company operating in Zambia’s Copperbelt, one of the world’s most prolific copper regions. Their 506 km² Solwezi property hosts four high-priority targets: Dumbwa, Mitu, Kazhiba, and Crunch. The company’s goal is to define new high-grade copper resources while leveraging strong partnerships and a strategic position near some of Africa’s largest copper mines.

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The recent approval of the Kazhiba exploration license by the Zambian government was a huge milestone, clearing months of uncertainty. Kazhiba is part of a Cooperative Exploration Plan with First Quantum Minerals, whose Kansanshi Mine is located just 10 km away. Kansanshi, Africa’s largest copper mine, needs oxide copper to offset sulfuric acid from its milling operations. With high-grade hits like 14.2 meters at 5.71% Cu and 24 meters at 3.15% Cu already confirmed at Kazhiba, a supply deal with First Quantum could generate $40M–$60M annually for Midnight Sun.

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Another game-changing partnership is with KoBold Metals, backed by heavyweights like Bill Gates and Richard Branson. KoBold has a $15.5M earn-in agreement to explore the Dumbwa target, a massive 20 km x 1 km copper-in-soil anomaly. This deal brings Midnight Sun non-dilutive cash flow, advanced AI-driven exploration, and one of the best geological teams in the world, while allowing them to retain a 25% stake in Dumbwa.

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Simply Better Brands Corp.

Tickers: $SBBC.V, $SBBCF

Market Cap: $102M

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Simply Better Brands focuses on plant-based, natural, and clean-ingredient consumer products, targeting Millennials and Gen Z. Their flagship brand, TRUBAR, a protein snack line, has driven much of the company’s growth, with distribution in over 15,000 North American stores, including Walmart, Whole Foods, CVS, and GNC. Recent deals with Albertsons, Love’s Travel Stops, and Walmart Canada have further expanded their retail footprint.

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In Q3 2024, SBBC reported $12.1M in revenue, up 124% year-over-year, with TRUBAR sales growing by 156%. For the first nine months of 2024, revenue reached $32.6M, a 30% increase from the previous year. Online sales through platforms like Amazon also grew 253%, highlighting strong e-commerce traction.

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Financially, SBBC has turned things around. Gross margins hit 45% in Q3, adjusted EBITDA climbed to $1M (up 376% YoY), and the company cleaned up its balance sheet by converting convertible debt into equity, ending the quarter with $2.9M in positive working capital compared to a $12.4M deficit last year.

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Looking ahead, TRUBAR is expected to generate $45M–$50M in revenue for 2024. SBBC’s focus on product innovation, including new flavours and tailored offerings for retailers, positions them well in the $6B global snack bar market.

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Myriad Uranium Corp.

Tickers: $M.CN, $MYRUF

Market Cap: $26M

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Myriad Uranium is advancing the Copper Mountain Uranium Project in Wyoming, one of the U.S.'s most historically significant uranium districts. Back in the 1970s, Union Pacific outlined over 65 million pounds of U₃O₈ potential in the area. Myriad has since consolidated those claims, verified historical data, and is gearing up to release an updated NI 43-101 resource estimate by Q1 2025.

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With the U.S. pushing hard for domestic uranium production, Myriad is in the right place at the right time. Legislation like the Prohibiting Russian Uranium Imports Act is driving investment into projects just like Copper Mountain. Being located in Wyoming, a hub for U.S. uranium, puts Myriad in a prime spot to benefit from these tailwinds.

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The company recently closed an oversubscribed private placement, securing funds to push its exploration plans forward. Upcoming drilling will focus on confirming and expanding on the historical data, which could set the stage for a significant re-rating in the company’s valuation.

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We like Myriad for its district-scale potential, excellent timing with U.S. uranium policies, and a clear plan to capitalize on the growing demand for domestic uranium.

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