Velan Inc (VLN.TO) Buy, Sell or Hold

Velan Inc (VLN.TO)

16.91

+0.67 (4.13%)

as of Jun 19, 2026, 7:59:59 pm Market Open.

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TOP PICK

It makes high quality valves for the nuclear industry. It had a take-over offer of $13 a share and he sold at around $12.50. However there were worries that the French Government might block the sale so the stock price dropped. The nuclear valves division is based in France. However he feels that the deal will go through in the next few months at $13.00 so has been buying it back as a short-term investment with up to 30% upside.
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(Analysts’ price target is $5.37)

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HOLD

At this late stage, there won't be another offer, so you'll have to be happy with $13. Should have received a much higher price. Asbestos litigation costs did them in.

Unspecified

The litigation costs over asbestos content have been increasing and eating into profits. It is a jewel of a company and should be worth more than the present offer. There is the possibility of a higher offer.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jan 20/22, Down 39%)

Lead in their business. Just completed a successful turnaround and enjoying strong sales and a record backlog. Cheap, trading at under a third of book value. Expects a strong next quarter, and that's when the company should sell itself. He's pushing for a sale.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jan 20/22, Down 42%) It is a world leader in the design and manufacture of complex industrial valves and is the gold standard for nuclear valves. It has completed a successful turnaround plan and has a record backlog of of high margin business. Trading at less than 1/3 of book value, it is one of the cheapest value stocks. No analysts cover it. He and several other institutional investors are pushing for the sale or privatization of the company to unlock shareholder value. The stock is worth much more than $5, maybe even $20.

Unspecified

It is a valve maker where the end markets have great importance, especially energy and nuclear. Has a strong backlog. He is one of the activists pushing hard for the company to sell to a strategic partner for better profitability. Has a new CEO who is doing very well. Trading well below liquidation value.

BUY

Business has had strong financial results the past few quarters. Significantly increased gross margins. Turnaround plan is working as hoped. Very under valued company. Happy with improvements in corporate governance. Industrial valve backlog in orders. Expecting share buybacks to start soon (next year). Believes company is worth over $20 a share.

BUY

A leader in nuclear valves. Four years ago he was activist shareholder, but the company has made great strides since then. Their turnaround plan is in full swing. Gross margins have increased a lot and they have a record backlog. Are benefitting from energy infrastructure spending and the need for more energy. Company remains way below book value, so it's cheap. It could be sold one day. A long-term hold for a deep value investor.

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TOP PICK

One of the cheapest stocks on TSX. Recent financial results were excellent with improved margins. Strong demand for nuclear energy. Trading at 50% of "net-book value". Expects company to start buying back shares. Believes value of shares to be ~$20.

TOP PICK

Fantastic results a few days ago. Hugely improved profit margins. Healthy backlog that should grow, since its big markets are energy and nuclear, which are hot right now. Trades at less than 50% of book value. His firm is pushing for a strategic sale, looking for $20-30 per share. No dividend.

BUY

They were a strong activist shareholder a few years ago and now hold a seat on the board. The transformation is nearly complete and recent earnings proved it is working, with a record order backlog and expanding margins. They expect solid earnings when reported in January. At some point it could be an acquisition target, where he thinks it would fetch 3x its current value. You have to be patient. Very little downside.

HOLD

World leaders in nuclear valves. Has become more shareholder friendly, focusing on higher margins and more profitable areas. Record backlogs, so this year should be very strong. Nominated first non-family chairman ever, a positive. Significantly below tangible book value. His firm is pushing to unlock shareholder value. Support at these levels and should go higher.

HOLD

Tremendously undervalued. Streamlining is coming along great. Improved corporate governance with non-family CEO. More selective about projects, with no more low margins. Share price moving up.

HOLD

They announced a good last quarter with a record backlog of orders. This is badly undervalued. At some point, there'll be value creation. This business has turned around towards higher-margin product. Some end markets are coming back as nuclear plants need Velan's valves. One day, the company will be privatized, but you need to be patient with this.

BUY

He likes the valuation as it is the cheapest stock on planet earth. He has been active as a shareholder on the turn around plan and is quite happy about how the plan is going now. The results two weeks ago were phenomenal. They need to buy back shares or put the company back up for sale now.

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Velan Inc (VLN.TO) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Velan Inc stock symbol?

Velan Inc is a Canadian stock, trading under the symbol VLN.TO (previously VLN-T on Stockchase) on the Toronto Stock Exchange (VLN-CT). It is usually referred to as TSX:VLN or VLN.TO

Is Velan Inc a buy or a sell?

In the last year, no analyst issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on VLN.TO (previously VLN-T on Stockchase) on Stockchase. Read the latest expert commentary for Velan Inc.

Is Velan Inc a good investment or a top pick?

Velan Inc was recommended as a Top Pick by Stephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBA on 2021-01-25. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Velan Inc.

Why is Velan Inc stock dropping?

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Is Velan Inc worth watching?

Velan Inc is covered by Stockchase experts and is worth watching.

What is Velan Inc stock price?

On 2026-06-19, Velan Inc (VLN.TO) stock closed at a price of $16.91.

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