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Element Fleet Management Corp. reported its second-quarter and first-half 2026 results, with Q2 sales rising to US$277.65 million from US$244.84 million a year earlier, while net income edged down to US$110.91 million and earnings per share from continuing operations held steady at US$0.28. Over the same period, the company advanced its capital return efforts by repurchasing 5,825,000 shares for C$164.61 million in Q2, completing a total of 8,114,400 shares bought back for C$240.92 million...

Global bond yields are testing multi year highs, which keeps pressure on growth stocks that rely on cheap capital. At the same time, companies building the AI tools, chips and cloud platforms behind ChatGPT are still reshaping how work gets done. That mix of caution and long term change is one reason AI stocks screens matter. This article walks through three AI focused stocks from the screener to watch closely. The three stocks below are just a starting sample from this AI theme. The full...

Hydro One Limited has released its second-quarter and first-half 2026 results, reporting higher sales, revenue and net income year-on-year, and its Board has declared a quarterly cash dividend of C$0.3531 per share payable on September 29, 2026. The combination of rising earnings per share from continuing operations and the continued cash dividend illustrates Hydro One’s ongoing ability to generate and return cash to shareholders. With this backdrop of higher quarterly earnings and an...

In August 2026, Maple Leaf Foods Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of C$1,020.15 million and net income of C$40.79 million, alongside reaffirmed full-year 2026 earnings guidance and a quarterly dividend of C$0.21 per share. The results highlighted a contrast between modest revenue growth and lower net income, while steady earnings guidance and the maintained dividend signaled management’s confidence in the company’s direction. We’ll now examine how reaffirmed 2026...

HIVE Digital Technologies recently reported fiscal first-quarter 2027 results for the period ended June 30, 2026, showing revenue rising to US$79.12 million while swinging from prior-year net income to a net loss of US$142.91 million, alongside disclosure of a delayed Form 10-Q filing. At the same time, HIVE’s BUZZ HPC unit signed a US$350 million, five-year AI infrastructure contract that lifts its high-performance computing and AI cloud business to about US$180 million in annualized...

Global bond markets are rotating toward higher yielding assets, as investors react to rising sovereign yields and shifting rate expectations. That puts a spotlight on companies that can grow under their own steam, with fast rising revenues and insiders who have meaningful skin in the game. This article walks through three stocks from the Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership screener that fit that profile and merit a closer look. The three stocks below are just a starting sample,...

In August 2026, Westshore Terminals Investment Corporation reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing revenue of C$93.57 million and net income of C$25.06 million, both slightly lower than a year earlier, while basic earnings per share from continuing operations eased to C$0.41 from C$0.42. Over the first six months of 2026, however, Westshore’s revenue rose to C$185.42 million and net income increased to C$44.38 million, lifting basic earnings per share from continuing operations to...

Tenaz Energy Corp. reported its Q2 2026 results, with revenue rising to C$156.69 million from C$58.41 million a year earlier, while net income fell to C$89.04 million from C$188.61 million and earnings per share also declined. Despite higher Q2 revenue and a modest increase in quarterly production to 17,125 boe/d, the company recorded a C$22.04 million net loss for the first half of 2026, reversing from a C$183.3 million profit in the prior-year period. With revenue higher but first-half...

Global bond yields have climbed as investors factor in higher policy rates, which puts more pressure on heavily indebted companies and governments. In that environment, quality growth moves to the foreground. Investors are looking for businesses expected to grow earnings yet still carry solid balance sheets. This article focuses on the Healthy high growth potential screener and highlights three stocks from it that aim to fit that profile. The three stocks below are just a starting sample,...

Emera (TSX:EMA) has drawn fresh attention after reporting second quarter 2026 earnings, showing revenue of CA$2,011 million and lower net income and earnings per share compared with the same period last year. See our latest analysis for Emera. Emera's latest earnings news comes after a period where the share price has had mixed momentum, with a 1-month share price return down 7.26% but a 1-year total shareholder return of 12.99% and 5-year total shareholder return of 53.82%, highlighting...

Central banks are rewiring interest rates and monetary rules, while governments work to keep global energy supplies flowing. That mix can shift capital quickly and may reward investors who already understand where the pressure points sit. This article looks at the Global Energy Infrastructure and Supply Stability Stocks screener and highlights three stocks that appear, based on current news, to be well positioned to benefit from these policy and supply moves. The stocks in the article below...

With long term bond yields pushing higher and oil above $90, inflation and interest rate shocks are back on centre stage and many investors are rethinking where they want risk. That shift can unsettle portfolios, but it also opens the door for assets that some investors treat as potential hedges. This article walks through three stocks from a Global Gold and Precious Metals Miners screener that appear closely linked to the latest macro story and explains how each might fit, or not fit, into...

Lumine Group (TSXV:LMN) reported second quarter 2026 results that combined higher revenue with lower profitability. The company also released first half figures that showed a similar pattern in sales and earnings. See our latest analysis for Lumine Group. Lumine Group’s CA$24.40 share price has seen mixed momentum, with a 23.86% 90 day share price return against a decline of 9.63% year to date, while the 1 year total shareholder return fell 48.54% and the 3 year total shareholder return...

On August 6, 2026, Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TSX:TOU) authorized a normal course issuer bid to repurchase up to 15,544,068 shares, or 4% of its 388,601,707 shares outstanding as of July 31, 2026, with all bought-back shares to be cancelled by August 9, 2027 at the latest. Separately, Clean Energy Fuels Corp. recently disclosed new fueling and maintenance agreements across Western Canada, highlighting Tourmaline's role in expanding compressed natural gas infrastructure that supports growing fleet...

Fortuna Mining (TSX:FVI) drew fresh attention after agreeing to acquire the 190 km² Bambadji advanced gold exploration project in Senegal for US$200 million in cash, consolidating ground beside its Diamba Sud Gold Project. See our latest analysis for Fortuna Mining. At a CA$14.92 share price, Fortuna Mining has seen a 30.42% 1 month share price return and an 18.60% 3 month share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 49.95% and very large 3 year total shareholder return...

Faraday Copper Corp. reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing a net loss of C$13.96 million versus C$5.41 million a year earlier, with basic loss per share from continuing operations widening to C$0.05 from C$0.03. For the first half of 2026, the company’s net loss increased to C$23.85 million from C$13.23 million, highlighting a materially higher cost or activity base versus the prior-year period. We will now examine how Faraday Copper’s widening losses, particularly the larger...

Sprott Inc. recently reported second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue rising to US$80.22 million and net income to US$34.26 million, and also declared a second-quarter dividend of US$0.40 per common share payable on September 1, 2026. An interesting feature of this update is how the sharp year-over-year increase in earnings per share coincides with the continuation of regular dividend payments. We’ll now examine how Sprott’s strong earnings expansion and reaffirmed dividend policy shape...

With global fixed income selling off and long term yields rising, capital is becoming more expensive for companies that rely on markets to fund their plans. Founder led companies often have leaders with more of their own wealth at stake, which can shape tougher capital allocation decisions when money has a higher price. This article highlights 3 founder led stocks from our screener that fit this moment. The 3 founder led stocks below are just a starting sample from this theme. The full screen...

Elemental Royalty (TSX:ELE) drew fresh attention on 11 August 2026 after reporting Q2 2026 results that showed higher net income and earnings per share compared with the same period a year earlier. See our latest analysis for Elemental Royalty. The Q2 2026 earnings release and recent completion of a CA$2.3 million share buyback have coincided with strong momentum for Elemental Royalty, including a 45.44% 1 month share price return and a 47.28% 1 year total shareholder return from dividends...

A possible U.S. move to slap 50% tariffs on US$20b of Canadian goods has turned North American trade into a high stakes story again, with defense and aerospace suppliers to Canada sitting close to the action. For investors, sudden policy shifts can reshape winners and losers quickly, which can create a sense of FOMO. This article walks through three stocks exposed to this news and how the tariff story could matter to each one. The stocks below are just a sample, and the full screen surfaced...

Linamar Corporation reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of C$3,138.78 million and net income of C$183.1 million, alongside a declared quarterly eligible dividend of C$0.32 per share payable in September 2026. The combination of higher earnings per share from continuing operations and a raised dividend underscores management’s willingness to return more cash to shareholders while the business is generating stronger profits. We’ll now examine how Linamar’s higher dividend...

As the Canadian market enjoys a period of easing inflation and strong economic momentum, investors are increasingly looking for opportunities that can offer growth potential. Penny stocks, though often considered a throwback term, represent an intriguing investment area due to their lower price points and potential for significant returns. When these smaller or newer companies boast strong financial health, they present unique opportunities for investors seeking hidden value amidst broader...

Global bond yields are pushing higher as inflation worries resurface, which keeps income investors on edge. Reliable dividends can feel more valuable when fixed income markets are under pressure, especially if the payouts look well covered and resilient. This article focuses on Dividend Powerhouses from a 3%+ yield screener and highlights three stocks that offer substantial income streams with growing, stable dividends. The dividend stocks highlighted below are just a starting sample from...

Surging gasoline prices, stubborn inflation at 3.0% and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea have pushed Canadian energy back into the spotlight. These pressures can squeeze some sectors while creating fresh pricing power or cash flow resilience for others. This article walks through how those forces link to Canadian oil and gas producers and infrastructure stocks, and highlights three companies that appear positively exposed to the current backdrop. The stocks covered...