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Superior Plus (TSX:SPB) just launched a new share repurchase program, authorizing the buyback of up to 9.67% of its outstanding shares. This move often reflects management’s belief that the stock is undervalued and provides long-term benefits to shareholders. See our latest analysis for Superior Plus. Superior Plus has certainly attracted some attention lately, with the share price jumping 13.2% over the past week after announcing the buyback. However, it is still down 10.6% for the month...

Stella-Jones Inc. recently announced its 2026-2028 financial objectives, targeting approximately CA$4 billion in annual sales by 2028, with an EPS growth goal of over 10%, backed by continued acquisitions and growth investments. The company’s emphasis on leveraging its established customer relationships and distribution network for expansion highlights a shift toward strengthening its position in North America’s utility and railroad supply chains. We'll explore how Stella-Jones’ renewed...

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) announced a new share buyback program, with approval to repurchase nearly 10% of its outstanding units. Investors often view buybacks as a signal of management’s belief in the business’s underlying value. See our latest analysis for RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust. RioCan’s latest buyback plans come on the heels of several positive updates, including fresh lease agreements at Toronto’s The Well and a recently affirmed monthly distribution...

In the past week, Torex Gold Resources received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange to renew its normal course issuer bid, allowing it to repurchase up to 8,133,430 common shares, representing roughly 10% of its public float. This move reflects management’s confidence in the business and provides flexibility to return capital to shareholders by canceling repurchased shares. We will explore how Torex’s renewed share buyback program could influence expectations for shareholder returns...

NuVista Energy announced third quarter results, revealing a year-over-year decrease in revenue and net income, alongside the completion of a substantial share repurchase program worth C$110.88 million as of early November 2025. The company also reported a significant production increase following operational ramp-up at the new Pipestone Gas Plant, with volumes exceeding 100,000 Boe/d after recent upgrades. With completed share buybacks and a production ramp-up in focus, we’ll examine how...

In recent weeks, Manulife Financial has undertaken a series of major initiatives, including announcing a 50:50 life insurance joint venture with Mahindra & Mahindra in India, key leadership appointments at both executive and board levels, updates to its Canadian Vitality health program, and the release of its third quarter earnings results. These developments underscore Manulife's broad commitment to international growth and innovation in health and retirement solutions, particularly as it...

Premium Brands Holdings (TSX:PBH) just raised its full-year revenue guidance, giving investors a clearer picture of management’s optimism about ongoing sales growth, even though quarterly results showed a net loss. See our latest analysis for Premium Brands Holdings. The upbeat revenue guidance landed after a volatile stretch, with Premium Brands Holdings’ share price rallying 14.4% year-to-date and its one-year total shareholder return climbing to 20.2%. Recent quarterly news, such as raised...

Earlier this month, ARTEX AG announced a strategic partnership with Abaxx Technologies to modernize the trading, financing, and management of alternative and real-world assets across regulated markets in Europe, North America, and Asia. This collaboration aims to advance market infrastructure technology and achieve cross-platform integration, positioning both firms to capitalize on growing trends in the digitization of financial markets. We'll explore how the ARTEX partnership and shared...

Earlier this month, Lightspeed Commerce announced the appointment of Gabriel Benavides as Chief Revenue Officer and the upcoming transition of President JD Saint-Martin, who will remain until March 2026 to ensure leadership continuity. Benavides brings over 20 years of global go-to-market experience, with a history of scaling high-performing sales organizations and driving measurable revenue growth, highlighting Lightspeed's intent to bolster operational efficiency and accelerate...

Aya Gold & Silver Inc. recently commenced commercial production from a historical flotation stockpile containing precious metal-rich pyrite concentrate within its Boumadine mining license, entering into an offtake agreement to ship an estimated 2.5 million silver-equivalent ounces over the coming 20 to 24 months. This initiative not only supports environmental rehabilitation by reducing the legacy footprint but also generates cash flow to help advance the Boumadine project. We’ll examine how...

Intact Financial Corporation recently completed a CAD 150 million fixed-income offering, issuing 6,000,000 callable 5.50% Class A non-convertible preferred shares at CAD 25 per share with a CAD 0.75 discount per security. This move enhances Intact’s capital flexibility and may influence investor perceptions of the company’s ability to fund growth and manage its balance sheet. We’ll now explore how this successful preferred share issuance affects Intact Financial’s investment narrative,...

On November 10, 2025, Aduro Clean Technologies announced its European subsidiary signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to purchase a brownfield industrial site in the Netherlands for EUR 2 million, aiming to advance its Hydrochemolytic technology demonstration plant. This potential acquisition positions Aduro to capitalize on evolving European regulations and industrial demand for certified circular feedstocks within a robust chemical sector. We’ll explore how progressing towards a...

CAE Inc. recently implemented major organizational changes aimed at simplifying its corporate structure, including leadership transitions and the consolidation of business segments, while reporting second-quarter sales of CA$1.24 billion and net income of CA$73.9 million, both up from the prior year. The integration of civil aviation training under a single, globally focused organization and the streamlining of operational leadership reflect CAE’s ongoing push to improve efficiency and...

Vizsla Silver Corp. has announced a private placement of senior unsecured convertible notes due January 15, 2031, issuing an aggregate principal amount of US$250,000,000 with a 5.00% annual interest rate and the notes convertible at a 25% premium over the last sale price. This financing initiative aims to support the ongoing exploration and development of the company’s Panuco Project in Sinaloa, Mexico, while also providing capital for future acquisitions and mitigating dilution through...

CES Energy Solutions recently reported its third quarter 2025 financial results, showing sales of CA$623.22 million and a net income of CA$40.49 million, while also announcing the completion of a share buyback totaling 6,495,800 shares for CA$57.56 million and affirming its quarterly dividend of CA$0.0425 per share. The combination of increased sales, sustained shareholder returns through dividends and buybacks, and a slight decrease in earnings has drawn heightened attention to the...

Hudbay Minerals (TSX:HBM) just delivered third-quarter earnings showing a sharp jump in net income, even as sales and production of its key metals dipped from the previous year. The company maintained its full-year production targets and anticipates a stronger fourth quarter, signaling continued stability after operational challenges. See our latest analysis for Hudbay Minerals. Hudbay Minerals' share price has surged 71.1% year-to-date, with momentum accelerating over the past three months...

Snowline Gold (TSXV:SGD) just released its third quarter and nine-month earnings, revealing that net losses have grown compared to last year. This kind of financial update naturally draws investor attention to the company’s fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Snowline Gold. Even as Snowline Gold’s latest quarterly results highlighted expanding losses, the market has propelled its share price up an impressive 148% year to date. That kind of momentum, echoed by a striking 1-year total...

Element Fleet Management (TSX:EFN) has seen its stock price shift recently, catching the attention of investors who are considering the company’s solid long-term performance. Over the past year, shares have climbed 26%, reflecting steady momentum. See our latest analysis for Element Fleet Management. Element Fleet Management’s strong 1-year total shareholder return of 26% points to a business that has maintained momentum, especially as its recent share price reached $36.72. The company’s...

Magna International (TSX:MG) is taking bold steps in the electric mobility space, announcing a partnership with GAC for European EV assembly and launching a new eDrive facility in China. These moves reflect its growing global ambitions. See our latest analysis for Magna International. Magna’s focus on global EV expansion is catching investor attention, with shares notching a 14.4% year-to-date return. Short-term momentum is building after a 5.6% one-day jump, and its 1-year total shareholder...

Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM) shares have recently caught the attention of investors seeking strong, income-generating businesses. With diverse operations and steady revenue growth, Brookfield’s recent performance draws renewed curiosity about its stock’s long-term outlook. See our latest analysis for Brookfield Asset Management. BAM’s share price has been under pressure lately, with a 30-day share price return of -5.81% and a year-to-date return of -9.20% reflecting recent market...

Aritzia announced plans to accelerate its U.S. retail expansion, aiming to open at least 10 new stores annually through fiscal 2027 while increasing total retail square footage by up to 60%. Alongside this expansion, the company reported robust e-commerce growth with $240 million in sales last quarter and a very large year-over-year increase in adjusted net income, reflecting the impact of improved margins and operational efficiency. We'll look at how Aritzia's commitment to physical retail...

Bitfarms (TSX:BITF) stock has experienced some turbulence lately, dropping 6% in the last trading session. Investors are trying to interpret what this recent movement means, particularly in relation to the company’s longer-term growth performance. See our latest analysis for Bitfarms. While Bitfarms’ share price has pulled back sharply in the past month, losing over a third of its value, it still boasts an impressive 94% gain over the last 90 days and a 1-year total shareholder return of more...

PetroTal Corp. recently announced third-quarter 2025 results, reporting revenue of US$63.91 million and net income of US$3.6 million, alongside a decision to suspend its regular quarterly dividend indefinitely. The suspension highlights the company’s shift toward prioritizing cash reserves and development investment after previously returning almost US$155 million to shareholders since 2023. We'll examine how the dividend suspension and focus on maintaining a US$60 million cash buffer...

To the annoyance of some shareholders, NTG Clarity Networks Inc. ( CVE:NCI ) shares are down a considerable 30% in the...