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Fortis Inc. recently reported solid first-quarter 2026 results, with earnings per share growth supported by ongoing capital investments, regulatory decisions and progress on projects such as the Big Cedar Industrial Center substation and the conversion of the Springerville Generating Station from coal to natural gas. The company also outlined a CAD 5.60 billion capital investment plan for 2026 and reaffirmed its commitment to 4%–6% annual dividend growth through 2030, underscoring...

Global markets are being pulled in many directions by inflation headlines, shifting rate expectations and choppy energy and commodity prices. In this kind of crosscurrent, you do not need to guess the next central bank move to find opportunity. The High-Quality Undiscovered Gems screener focuses on smaller companies with solid fundamentals that have not yet attracted heavy institutional attention. That can leave room for patient investors who care about balance sheets and business quality...

Why Bird Construction’s New Debt Deal Matters for Investors Bird Construction (TSX:BDT) is back in focus after announcing a $250,000,000 private placement of senior notes and related changes to its credit facilities, a funding move that reshapes the company’s balance sheet. See our latest analysis for Bird Construction. The CA$64.16 share price comes on the back of strong recent momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 16.44% and a 90 day move of 102.65%. The 1 year total shareholder...

McChip Resources Inc.'s ( CVE:MCS ) recent weak earnings report didn't cause a big stock movement. We think that...

CES Energy Solutions Corp. recently entered into an underwriting agreement to privately place C$300.0 million of 5.625% senior unsecured notes due June 15, 2033, with proceeds earmarked to redeem its higher-coupon 2029 notes and pay down borrowings under its senior credit facility. This refinancing reshapes CES’s balance sheet by lengthening its debt maturities, lowering interest costs, and potentially giving the company more financial flexibility to pursue its business plans. We’ll now...

As global markets react to geopolitical developments and economic data, Canadian investors face a mixed landscape with the economy experiencing a marginal decline in growth, leading to a technical recession. Amid these conditions, penny stocks—despite their somewhat outdated name—remain an intriguing investment area for those interested in smaller or newer companies. These stocks can offer affordability and growth potential when backed by strong financials, making them worth considering for...

In late May 2026, Royal Bank of Canada reported higher quarterly net interest income of CA$8,506 million and net income of CA$5,507 million, alongside several new bond issues, an increased common dividend to CA$1.76 per share, and a potential buyback of up to 45,000,000 shares. RBC is also expanding its Vancouver technology and innovation hub toward a goal of 1,000 jobs in British Columbia and supporting portfolio company Ownr’s new partnership with FreshBooks, underlining its focus on...

Those following along with Onex Corporation ( TSE:ONEX ) will no doubt be intrigued by the recent purchase of shares by...

Why Coveo’s latest earnings are drawing investor attention Coveo Solutions (TSX:CVO) has come onto investors’ radar after reporting fourth quarter and full year results to March 31, 2026, along with fresh revenue guidance and an update on its ongoing share buyback program. See our latest analysis for Coveo Solutions. The earnings release and new revenue guidance helped lift sentiment in the short term, with a 1 day share price return of 5.25% and a 7 day share price return of 17.91%. However,...

Endeavour Mining plc recently released the Definitive Feasibility Study for its Assafou-Dibibango gold project in Côte d’Ivoire, outlining a 16-year open‑pit operation producing an average 257,000 ounces per year at an all‑in sustaining cost of US$1,062 per ounce, with upfront capital of US$1,061 million and after‑tax NPV(5%) of US$2.06 billion at US$2,500 gold. The study positions Assafou as a potential cornerstone asset within a highly prospective, underexplored belt, with substantial...

Why Peyto Exploration & Development Is On Investors’ Radar Peyto Exploration & Development (TSX:PEY) continues to attract attention after recent share performance data, with the stock up 0.4% over the past day and 2.8% over the past week, while month and past 3 months moves differ. For investors tracking longer trends, Peyto’s total return figures show 14.1% year to date and 42.4% over the past year, with a multi year total return that is a little under 2x over three years and more than 4x...

Wondering if Rogers Communications at about CA$52.91 is still offering value after its recent run, or if you might be late to the story? This article breaks down what the current price could be implying. The stock has returned 0.3% over the past week, 6.1% over the last month, 1.5% year to date, and 51.3% over the last year. This raises fair questions about how much of the opportunity or risk is already reflected in the share price. These moves sit against a backdrop of ongoing interest in...

Canadian pipeline operators are entering a potential new phase, with upgrades to Enbridge's Mainline system under discussion as part of sector wide changes. These developments focus on easing long standing capacity and routing constraints in Canada's oil transportation network. For TSX:ENB, the attention is on how its core Mainline asset could fit into a broader refresh of the country's pipeline infrastructure. Enbridge, traded as TSX:ENB, sits at the center of Canada's oil transport system...

Element Fleet Management Corp. has completed a private offering of US$500,000,000 in 4.800% senior unsecured notes maturing on May 29, 2029, with proceeds earmarked for working capital, general corporate purposes, and potentially repaying existing debt. By tapping institutional and international bond markets under Rule 144A and Regulation S, Element is refining its capital structure in a way that could influence perceptions of its liquidity and leverage profile. Next, we’ll explore how this...

EQB Inc. has already reported second-quarter 2026 results showing lower net interest income and net income year over year, while declaring a quarterly common share dividend of CA$0.61, payable on June 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on June 15, reflecting 3% and 15% increases from its March 2026 and June 2025 payouts. Alongside weaker earnings, EQ Bank’s new survey on retirement affordability and its promotion of products such as reverse mortgages indicate a stronger push into solutions...

Equinox Gold Corp. recently presented at The Mining Investment Event + Core Shack in Quebec City, where Chief Strategy & Risk Officer Daniella Elena Dimitrov outlined the company’s outlook and risk framework. This comes amid mixed third‑party assessments of Equinox Gold’s valuation and operational challenges, highlighting contrasting models of the company’s underlying worth and risk profile. We’ll now examine how this recent conference appearance, set against conflicting valuation...

Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) is back in focus after details around expiring hedging losses, a new gas supply deal with Centrica, and increased Henry Hub exposure highlighted a potential reset in its cash flow profile. See our latest analysis for Whitecap Resources. At a share price of CA$17.16, Whitecap has seen a 23.72% 90 day share price return and a 110.08% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests recent momentum linked to shifting expectations around its cash flow profile and...

In late May 2026, Kraken Robotics Inc. reported first-quarter 2026 results showing revenue of C$21.71 million, up from C$16.13 million a year earlier, alongside a net loss of C$3.33 million versus prior net income of C$0.215 million. At the same time, the company reiterated its full-year 2026 consolidated revenue outlook of between C$165 million and C$175 million, highlighting confidence in its order pipeline despite the quarterly loss. We’ll now examine how Kraken Robotics’ shift to a...

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) has drawn fresh attention after a recent move in its share price, with the stock closing at CA$2,195.73 and showing mixed performance across recent timeframes. See our latest analysis for Fairfax Financial Holdings. Recent trading has been choppy, with a 1-day share price return of 1.21% and a 7-day return of 1.98%. The 30-day share price return is down 2.71%, and year to date the share price has fallen 15.74%. This is set against a three year total...

CAE (TSX:CAE) is back in focus after signing a teaming agreement with Saab AB to support Canada's Airborne Early Warning and Control program, tying its training and simulation expertise directly to future defence capabilities. See our latest analysis for CAE. At a current share price of CA$35.38, CAE’s 1-day share price return of 2.11% sits against a year to date share price decline of 16.65%. The 3-year total shareholder return of 26.72% contrasts with a weaker 1-year total shareholder...

Descartes Systems Group (TSX:DSG) has opened Q1 2027 with total revenue of US$193.6 million and basic EPS of US$0.56, setting the tone for how you might assess its latest move against recent momentum. Over the past six quarters, revenue has moved from US$167.5 million in Q4 2025 to US$168.7 million in Q1 2026 and then to US$193.6 million in Q1 2027. Basic EPS has shifted from US$0.44 in Q2 2026 to US$0.51 in Q3 2026, US$0.53 in Q4 2026 and now US$0.56, giving you a clear read on the earnings...

SECURE Waste Infrastructure shareholders have approved a CA$5.4b acquisition by GFL Environmental. The vote moves the TSX:SES sale forward despite public opposition from activist investor Abrams Capital Management LP. The decision paves the way for a change of control that will affect existing shareholders and future investors. SECURE Waste Infrastructure, traded as TSX:SES, now sits at the center of a major transaction after shareholders backed the CA$5.4b deal with GFL Environmental. The...

DPM Metals (TSX:DPM) reports a major discovery of high grade gold copper porphyry mineralization at the Brevene South Porphyry target. The new find is located adjacent to the company’s flagship Chelopech mine, close to existing infrastructure. Drilling results indicate broad, continuous mineralization with strong potential for expansion beyond the initial intercepts. DPM Metals enters this discovery phase with its share price at CA$47.43 and a 3 year return of roughly 7x, as well as a...

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) reported record monthly grain shipments from Western Canada in May. The company said this new high surpassed its previous best monthly performance for grain volumes. The record came during a strong crop year, with the rail network handling heavy export demand. For investors watching rail and infrastructure stocks, this update puts Canadian National Railway's core freight franchise back in focus. TSX:CNR is a key link between Western Canadian grain...