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ARC Resources ( TSE:ARX ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: CA$1.56b (up 36% from 2Q 2024...

ATCO ( TSE:ACO.X ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: CA$1.16b (up 4.1% from 2Q 2024). Net...

Capstone Copper ( TSE:CS ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: US$543.2m (up 38% from 2Q 2024...

TMX Group ( TSE:X ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: CA$421.7m (up 15% from 2Q 2024). Net...

Cogeco Communications Inc. has launched its mobile service in Canada, rolling out Cogeco Mobile to new and existing internet subscribers across selected markets in Quebec and Ontario, with full market coverage planned for fall 2025. This expansion positions Cogeco to compete in the Canadian wireless sector while broadening its range of services for millions of consumers. We'll now examine how Cogeco's entry into mobile reshapes its investment narrative and potential for future revenue...

Baytex Energy Corp. announced its second quarter 2025 results, with revenue of C$709.19 million and net income of C$151.55 million, both reported for the period ended June 30, 2025. Despite a year-over-year decrease in revenue, the company achieved higher net income and earnings per share, reflecting improved profitability for the quarter and first half of the year. We'll explore how Baytex's improved profitability, alongside falling revenue, informs its current investment outlook and...

Lightspeed Commerce Inc. recently announced its first quarter results for fiscal 2026, reporting sales of US$304.94 million, up from US$266.09 million a year earlier, but with a net loss of US$49.57 million versus a loss of US$35.01 million last year. An interesting development is the company’s updated guidance, projecting second-quarter revenue of approximately US$305 million to US$310 million and full-year 2026 revenue growth of 10% to 12%. With the outlook now highlighting revenue growth...

Colliers International Group raised its 2025 earnings guidance, citing improved year-to-date operating results and the initial impact of recent acquisitions, including RoundShield, and outlined expectations for low-teens consolidated revenue growth supported by business expansion and leadership changes. The company’s updated outlook is contingent on reduced global trade uncertainty and more stable interest rates in the second half, signaling its reliance on an improving macroeconomic...

Earlier this week, Endeavour Mining reported second quarter 2025 results showing sales of US$1,008.2 million and net income of US$270.9 million, along with a record US$150 million dividend for the first half of 2025 to be paid on October 23, 2025. This combination of improved earnings and a record dividend signals strengthened operational and financial performance, while also highlighting management’s confidence in the company’s outlook. We’ll examine how Endeavour Mining’s record dividend...

FirstService Corporation recently reported its second-quarter and six-month results for the period ended June 30, 2025, showing sales of US$1.42 billion and net income of US$46.1 million for the quarter, with both figures increasing compared to the same period last year. This continued rise in both revenue and profitability highlights momentum in underlying operations and efficient cost management within the company’s core service divisions. We’ll explore how FirstService’s rising sales and...

On July 23, 2025, Whitecap Resources reported second-quarter results showing a sharp rise in revenue and net income year-over-year, while also updating its production guidance to the high end of its earlier range due to strong operational outperformance with no increase to its capital budget. Notably, Whitecap’s production of crude oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas all saw very large increases compared to the prior year, pointing to significant operational expansion and efficiency...

Topicus.com Inc. announced its second quarter 2025 results, reporting revenue of €372.03 million and net income of €25.86 million, both higher than the same period last year. The company's net income for the first half of 2025 more than doubled compared to the prior year, suggesting a substantial improvement in profitability. We'll explore how Topicus.com's sharp increase in first-half net income shapes its investment narrative going forward. This technology could replace computers: discover...

Fairfax Financial Holdings reported its second quarter 2025 earnings results, showing net income of US$1.44 billion, up from US$915.4 million in the prior-year period, and higher earnings per share for both the quarter and first half of the year. This marked rise in profitability highlights enhanced operational performance across its insurance and investment businesses during the first half of 2025. We'll explore how this substantial jump in quarterly net income could influence Fairfax’s...

Earlier this week, Intact Financial Corporation announced second quarter 2025 results, reporting net income of CA$867 million and earnings per share growth compared to the prior year, alongside the approval of regular common and preferred dividend payments for shareholders in September. The continuation of strong earnings and consistent dividend declarations reflects the company's operational momentum and management's confidence in maintaining financial stability amid ongoing market...

On July 21, 2025, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. announced a normal course issuer bid, allowing the company to repurchase up to 77.12 million common shares, 8.13% of its issued share capital, by July 22, 2026, with all shares to be cancelled once bought back. This substantial buyback signals management’s confidence in the company’s outlook and the potential to enhance shareholder value through a reduction in outstanding shares. We’ll examine how this significant share repurchase plan could...

Summer temperatures are heating up, and so is the stock market. Investors have little to complain about so far this season, with the TSX climbing steadily and not registering a single move greater than 1% in either direction for three months. This stretch of low volatility and consistent gains has been supported by a backdrop of easing uncertainty and growing clarity across key policy fronts. Penny stocks, often smaller or newer companies, can offer intriguing opportunities when backed by...

TELUS (TSX:T) recently announced a 7% increase in its quarterly dividend and disclosed a significant impairment of CAD 285 million, which coincided with the release of its second-quarter earnings showing a decline in net income to CAD 7 million from the previous year. These developments may have added weight to TELUS's 7.72% price move in the last quarter. Despite positive revenue growth, the broader market witnessed fluctuations, including sharp declines influenced by international tariffs...

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) recently launched the Manulife Real Asset Pooled Fund, targeting Canadian defined contribution retirement plans—one of the first to provide diversified real asset exposure in the Canadian DC market. This product-related announcement occurs in the backdrop of a volatile market environment, with stocks dipping due to tariff concerns and a weak jobs report. Despite these broader market challenges, Manulife's price remained flat, suggesting alignment with the overall...

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...

Potential Nirvana Life Sciences Inc. ( CSE:NIRV ) shareholders may wish to note that the CEO & Director, Bruce Clark...

Key Insights Saputo's Annual General Meeting to take place on 8th of August CEO Carl Colizza's total compensation...

Saturn Oil & Gas ( TSE:SOIL ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: CA$273.1m (up 47% from 2Q...

The Canadian stock market has been on a steady climb, with the TSX hitting new highs amid trade optimism and solid corporate earnings. This positive momentum creates an intriguing backdrop for exploring investment opportunities, particularly in penny stocks. While the term "penny stocks" might seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can present unique growth opportunities when backed by strong financial health and fundamentals.

As the Canadian stock market continues to reach new heights, buoyed by trade optimism and strong corporate earnings, investors are keeping a close eye on dividend stocks for their potential to offer stable returns amid the ongoing economic developments. In this environment of steady gains and low volatility, selecting quality dividend stocks can provide a reliable income stream while navigating the evolving landscape shaped by trade negotiations and policy decisions.