Institutions such as mutual funds, pension funds, hedge funds and private equity firms have large sums of money at their disposal, and their involvement in most stocks is usually welcomed warmly. These portfolio managers usually have teams of analysts, as well as access to a host of corporate and market data that most retail investors cannot afford. Obviously something has sparked their interest to take such a big stake in the following companies.
SMART Technologies Inc. (TSX: SMA) – $1.48
Computer Hardware
SMART Technologies Inc. (SMART) is a provider of technology solutions. SMART solutions include interactive large format displays, collaboration software and services that enable highly interactive, engaging and productive teaching, learning and work experiences in schools and workplaces around the world. The Company sells its solutions to schools and enterprises globally. SMART Technologies also offers a number of interactive display products, including SMART Board interactive whiteboards and flat panels, LightRaise interactive projectors, the SMART Table interactive learning center and the SMART Podium.
- Institutional Holdings: 32.3%
- Market Cap: $179,348,553
CounterPath Corp. (TSX: CCV) – $0.63
Software
CounterPath Corporation designs, develops and sells software and services that enable enterprises and telecommunication service providers to deliver Unified Communications (UC) services, including voice, video, messaging and collaboration functionality, over their Internet Protocol (IP) based networks. The Company is engaged in the design, development, marketing and sale of personal computer and mobile application software, gateway server software and related professional services, such as pre and post sales, technical support and customization services. It also offers a cloud-based solution to businesses known as Bria SaaS.
- Institutional Holdings: 28.4%
- Market Cap: $26,448,005
Tucows Inc. (TSX: TC) – $22.09
Internet Services
Tucows Inc. is a provider of Internet services. The Company is engaged in providing services, interfaces, customer service, reseller-oriented technology, and design and development processes to a network of more than 13,000 resellers in over 100 countries. Tucows also provides second tier support to its resellers by email and phone in the event resellers experience issues or problems with its services.
- Institutional Holdings: 24.7%
- Market Cap: $242,775,568
