Canadian General Investments Reports Strong Performance Updates
Strong Performance by Canadian General Investments
In a recent financial update, Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) has shared its performance figures as of July 31, 2025. The company reported a net asset value per share (NAV) of $73.48, showcasing a robust growth trajectory with year-to-date and twelve-month NAV returns of 6.9% and 14.0%, respectively. These results are notable when compared to the S&P/TSX Composite Index, which reported returns of 12.0% and 21.4% during the same periods.
Leverage Strategy Insights
Canadian General Investments employs a leverage strategy using bank borrowing aimed at enhancing returns for common shareholders. As of the same date, leverage represented 13.0% of CGI’s net assets, a slight decrease from 13.8% at the end of the previous year. This adjustment reflects a strategic move to optimize the capital structure while managing risk effectively.
Share Price Performance
The closing price for CGI’s common shares registered at $40.60 on July 31, 2025. With dividends reinvested, the share price yields returns of 1.7% for the year-to-date and 3.0% over the past twelve months. This performance illustrates a steady, if modest, growth trajectory in share value amidst market fluctuations.
Sector Weightings Overview
As part of its diversified investment portfolio, Canadian General Investments allocates its assets across various sectors. As of the end of July 2025, the sector weightings are as follows:
Investment Portfolio Breakdown
Information Technology: 24.7%
Industrials: 21.0%
Financials: 14.2%
Materials: 12.7%
Energy: 12.3%
Consumer Discretionary: 9.4%
Real Estate: 4.3%
Cash & Cash Equivalents: 0.7%
Communication Services: 0.7%
Top Investments Overview
The top ten investments within CGI’s portfolio represent 38.1% of total assets and include a combination of well-known companies:
Leading Investments
Celestica Inc.: 5.6%
NVIDIA Corporation: 5.4%
WSP Global Inc.: 3.9%
Franco-Nevada Corporation: 3.7%
Dollarama Inc.: 3.4%
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited: 3.4%
The Descartes Systems Group Inc.: 3.4%
Mastercard Incorporated: 3.3%
Shopify Inc.: 3.1%
Apple Inc.: 2.9%
Contact for Further Information
For those seeking more information about Canadian General Investments and its performance, the following contact details are provided:
Jonathan A. Morgan
President & CEO
Phone: (416) 366-2931
Fax: (416) 366-2729
Email: info@canadiangeneralinvestments.ca
Website: www.canadiangeneralinvestments.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current NAV for Canadian General Investments?
The NAV per share for Canadian General Investments is currently $73.48.
How has the share price performed recently?
The share price closed at $40.60, representing year-to-date returns of 1.7%.
What are the top sectors in CGI’s investment portfolio?
The top sectors include Information Technology, Industrials, and Financials.
What leverage strategy does CGI employ?
CGI uses bank borrowing as a leverage strategy to enhance shareholder returns.
Who can I contact for more information about CGI?
You can contact Jonathan A. Morgan, President & CEO, at (416) 366-2931.
About The Author
Contact Kelly Martin privately here. Or send an email with ATTN: Kelly Martin as the subject to contact@investorshangout.com.
About Investors Hangout
Investors Hangout is a leading online stock forum for financial discussion and learning, offering a wide range of free tools and resources. It draws in traders of all levels, who exchange market knowledge, investigate trading tactics, and keep an eye on industry developments in real time. Featuring financial articles, stock message boards, quotes, charts, company profiles, and live news updates. Through cooperative learning and a wealth of informational resources, it helps users from novices creating their first portfolios to experts honing their techniques. Join Investors Hangout today: https://investorshangout.com/
The content of this article is based on factual, publicly available information and does not represent legal, financial, or investment advice. Investors Hangout does not offer financial advice, and the author is not a licensed financial advisor. Consult a qualified advisor before making any financial or investment decisions based on this article. This article should not be considered advice to purchase, sell, or hold any securities or other investments. If any of the material provided here is inaccurate, please contact us for corrections.
