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With central banks rethinking interest rate paths, bond yields under pressure and oil prices feeding into inflation expectations, many investors are looking for ways to keep risk in check without stepping out of the market. That is where the Low-Risk Leaders screener comes in. It focuses on resilient companies with strong balance sheets and the lowest risk scores in the model. This article highlights why a solid core of lower risk stocks can help steady a portfolio when policy signals and...

NexGen Energy stock has delivered a strong 154.5% return over the past 5 years, yet the current valuation checks lean expensive rather than clearly cheap. After that run, the question for investors is whether the recent share price still leaves enough expected return to compensate for the risks in the project and funding profile. Over 5 years, NexGen Energy has returned 154.5% to shareholders, which puts the focus on whether the current price already reflects much of the long term growth...

As companies continue to report earnings this quarter, investors are closely monitoring the sustainability of earnings growth, particularly in the U.S. technology sector. For those willing to look beyond major market players, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—remain a relevant investment area despite their somewhat outdated label. In this article, we explore three Canadian penny stocks that demonstrate financial strength and potential for long-term growth amidst...

Canfor Corporation has announced the permanent closure of its Northwood pulp mill in Prince George, British Columbia, expected to wind down by late fourth quarter 2026, cutting about 300,000 tonnes of Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft capacity and affecting roughly 300 employees. The move underscores how global pulp oversupply, weaker prices, and fibre access constraints have combined to make parts of Canfor’s pulp operations financially unsustainable. We’ll now examine how the Northwood mill...

Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU) has received final approval from the Alberta Utilities Commission for its $2.9b Yellowhead Pipeline Project, a fully contracted natural gas buildout that is closely connected to Alberta’s industrial and employment plans. See our latest analysis for Canadian Utilities. The Yellowhead approval comes as Canadian Utilities’ share price has been climbing, with a 1 month share price return of 6.3%, a 3 month share price return of 13.7% and a year to date share price...

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Hudbay Minerals is approaching its July 29, 2026 earnings release, with analysts previously anticipating year-over-year increases in both earnings and revenue. Recent estimate revisions have turned more cautious, highlighting a gap between earlier optimistic expectations and the latest, slightly more restrained analyst outlook for the quarter. Next, we’ll examine how this mix of high earnings expectations and softening analyst sentiment might influence Hudbay’s broader investment...

Orezone Gold Corporation recently resumed operations at its Casa Berardi mine in Quebec after a brief voluntary shutdown due to a nearby wildfire, while reporting second-quarter gold production of 58,566 ounces and sales of 60,654 ounces. By using the suspension period to complete planned maintenance and indicating that 2026 production guidance remains intact, the company signaled operational resilience that may matter to investors tracking its output profile. Next, we’ll examine how the...

Eldorado Gold Corporation recently reported that its Skouries copper-gold project in Northern Greece has moved into the commissioning phase, with first ore processed through the crushing circuit and power infrastructure substantially completed, while it continues to work toward initial concentrate output and commercial production later in 2026. A key development is the establishment of an approximately 3.9 million tonne ore stockpile, which the company says should support a more controlled...

Lithium Americas recently drew attention as investors weighed its weaker recent trading against ongoing expectations for improved earnings and the long-term potential of the Thacker Pass lithium project. The debate now centers on whether the company’s current valuation adequately reflects concentration, timing and execution risks around bringing Thacker Pass into production. We’ll explore how the upcoming earnings report and management’s commentary on Thacker Pass could shape Lithium...

Torex Gold Resources recently reported past drilling and exploration results from its ELG Underground and Media Luna Cluster that revealed higher-grade gold-equivalent intercepts and mineralization extending beyond current resource boundaries at the Morelos Complex. An interesting aspect of these updates is how drilling at the eastern extension of Media Luna points to a vertical zone of higher-grade mineralization of at least 100 metres, which could materially influence future resource...

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) has moved ahead with construction of its C$4b Sunrise Expansion Program in British Columbia, a project that increases natural gas transportation capacity and draws fresh attention to the company’s midstream footprint. See our latest analysis for Enbridge. The Sunrise Expansion news lands after a strong run for Enbridge, with the share price at CA$79.29 and a 90 day share price return of 10.26% alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 35.37%. This points to momentum...

Big Tech is pouring cash into artificial intelligence, and Alphabet’s new US$5.9b negative free cash flow has reminded investors that heavy investment can pressure profits and sentiment, as seen in the 4% after hours share price move. Alongside Tesla’s own free cash flow hit, this AI investment spree is prompting some investors to look again at companies with steadier cash generation and dependable dividends. This article looks at three stocks from a Defensive Dividend Stocks screener that...

Methanex Corporation previously declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.185 per share, payable on September 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on September 16, 2026, reaffirming its cash return policy. Alongside this dividend decision, rising analyst earnings estimates and expectations for a possible earnings beat have increased attention on Methanex’s upcoming quarterly results. With optimism building around potential earnings outperformance, we’ll now examine how this brighter profit...

Aya Gold & Silver Inc. recently reported progress on the Boumadine Project’s feasibility study, highlighting over 102,000 metres of infill drilling, advancing procurement tenders, and detailed work on water, power, metallurgy, and logistics to support future development decisions. A particularly interesting element is the plan to source process water from treated municipal wastewater and potential brackish groundwater, which could materially reduce long-term water risk for Boumadine in a...

Lundin Mining (TSX:LUN) is back in focus after severe winter weather in Chile temporarily suspended operations at its Caserones copper mine and disrupted mining at Candelaria, raising fresh questions about operational risk and stock pricing. See our latest analysis for Lundin Mining. Despite the weather disruption in Chile, Lundin Mining’s share price has climbed to CA$37.45, with strong year to date share price returns and a very large 5 year total shareholder return that suggest recent...

Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B) has reported Q2 2026 results with revenue of CA$5.6 billion and a loss of CA$726 million, translating to EPS of CA$1.34 in the red for the quarter, against a trailing twelve month EPS of CA$11.38 on revenue of CA$22.6 billion. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue range from CA$5.0 billion in Q1 2025 to CA$6.2 billion in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS moved from CA$0.29 in Q2 2025 to CA$10.66 in Q3 2025 and CA$0.81 in Q1 2026. This sets up a mixed...

Aecon Group’s consortium TerraMarine was previously selected by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority as preferred proponent for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 landmass and wharf progressive design-build project, while its Red River Biosolids Partners joint venture secured an approximately CA$815 million sewage treatment biosolids facilities upgrade contract in Winnipeg. These wins expand Aecon’s exposure to long-cycle marine and water infrastructure, reinforcing its role in large-scale public...

Earlier this week, Energy Fuels reported that analysts now expect earnings growth and a very large increase in revenue, with Zacks assigning the company a Rank #2 (Buy) based on positive estimate revisions and what it views as a favorable business outlook. Analyst optimism around Energy Fuels’ earnings trajectory and revenue expansion, despite recent pressure on the shares, underscores how changing expectations alone can materially influence sentiment toward the company. Next, we’ll examine...

Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. has reported past consolidated operating results for Q2 and the first half of 2026, showing lower year-on-year copper and silver output but slightly higher gold production, leading to a decrease in total silver equivalent ounces produced. The mix of weaker copper and silver volumes alongside higher gold output gives investors a clearer view of how shifting production profiles could influence the company’s revenue composition and cost efficiency over time. We’ll...

Americas Gold & Silver recently reported a surge in trading liquidity as institutional investors increased exposure to primary silver producers, supported by a completed No. 3 Shaft upgrade at the Galena Complex and a 2026 silver production target of 3.2 to 3.6 million ounces. This combination of higher institutional interest and operational improvements is being closely watched as investors reassess how primary silver producers might respond to persistent global supply deficits and...

MDA Space (TSX:MDA) has moved into focus after receiving pre authorization to proceed on contracts tied to the European Space Agency’s Argonaut lunar program, allowing early work on critical landing sensors to begin. See our latest analysis for MDA Space. The Argonaut sensor contracts arrive after an equity raise in July 2026 and recent M&A discussions. They follow a period where the share price has fallen 24.67% over 30 days but still shows a 61.17% year to date share price return and a very...

Earlier in 2026, Canadian Natural Resources’ stock performance and earnings outlook strengthened, with the Zacks consensus full-year earnings estimate rising materially and the company now holding a Zacks Rank #2 rating. This improved outlook comes as the Oil and Gas – Exploration and Production industry has itself recorded strong gains this year, highlighting how company-specific earnings momentum is aligning with a supportive industry backdrop. With this upgraded earnings outlook in mind,...

First Majestic Silver (TSX:AG) has drawn fresh attention after raising its full year 2026 production guidance for both silver and gold, alongside reporting higher second quarter output at key Mexican mines. See our latest analysis for First Majestic Silver. At a share price of CA$23.79, First Majestic Silver has a 1 day share price return of 6.63%, while its year to date share price return of 7.84% contrasts with a very large 1 year total shareholder return of 97.85%. This suggests recent...