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Canada’s new 10% tariff on many canned vegetable imports is shaking up the food processing sector and could reshuffle where profits land across the supply chain. For Canadian processors, this policy may offer a window of relief from cheaper overseas competition, while some foreign suppliers face a tougher backdrop. If you invest in Canadian food stocks, this kind of policy shift can matter as much as quarterly results. This article looks at three Canadian food processing stocks exposed to the...

Inflation is back in focus as rising oil and gasoline prices feed into headline data, even while core measures look steadier. For investors, that mix can reshape which stocks carry more risk or potential opportunity as fuel costs, consumer prices, and interest rate expectations interact. This article looks at three Canadian stocks exposed to those inflation drivers, all pulled from our Inflation Impact Plays: Energy, Airlines, and Retail Stocks screener. One appears better placed to benefit...

Global markets are sending mixed messages, with inflation, interest rates, and consumer demand pulling in different directions across regions. In this kind of backdrop, many investors are looking for companies where analysts still expect strong earnings growth and where balance sheets appear solid enough to handle changing conditions. That is exactly what the Healthy high growth potential screener aims to capture, by focusing on forecast earnings strength and basic financial resilience rather...

The closure and partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed energy security and global trade routes back to center stage, and that matters for stocks plugged into ports, shipping and logistics. When oil flows are disrupted or rerouted, some companies face higher costs and operational headaches, while others see volumes and pricing power shift in their favor. This article looks at how that tension filters through to investors by focusing on 3 stocks from our Global Infrastructure and...

Killam Apartment REIT recently announced its June 2026 monthly distribution of $0.06 per unit, payable on July 15, 2026, to unitholders of record as of June 30, 2026. This payout comes alongside recent coverage highlighting earnings growth, exposure to resilient residential rental markets, and unit buybacks executed below net asset value. We’ll now examine how the confirmed monthly distribution, alongside earnings momentum and buybacks, shapes Killam Apartment REIT’s investment...

With inflation pressures, tighter central banks and uneven growth across regions, many investors are looking for businesses where leadership is deeply aligned with shareholders. Founder-led companies often fit that profile, with leaders who typically have significant ownership and a long-term focus on capital efficiency. Our Top Founder-Led Companies screener is built to surface exactly those stocks by filtering for strong capital discipline and meaningful founder ownership. In this article,...

EQB (TSX:EQB) is drawing renewed investor interest after EQ Bank introduced a prepaid, reloadable Mastercard for Canadian small business owners. The card combines business account integration with interest on balances and uncapped cashback rewards. See our latest analysis for EQB. That product launch comes as EQB’s share price has moved to CA$126.19, with a 1-month share price return of 9.17% and a 3-month share price return of 17.47%, while the 1-year total shareholder return sits at 37.69%...

IPO, early trading moves and why Apotex Health is suddenly in focus Apotex Health (TSX:APTX) has quickly drawn investor attention after completing a roughly CA$1.5b IPO at CA$24 per share, with early trading marked by share price swings and debate over what the new listing is worth. The offering combined a treasury sale of new shares with a secondary sale by existing holders. This structure put fresh capital on the company’s balance sheet while giving SK Capital Partners and other...

Penny stocks often get attention for all the wrong reasons, yet the Financially Fit Penny Stocks screener is built to spotlight companies trading below $5 that still show solid financial health. With investors watching inflation, central bank moves, energy prices, and bond yields, balance sheet strength and cleaner funding profiles can matter more than hype. This screener filters for penny stocks that aim for a lower risk profile than many early stage businesses, which can help you focus on...

Earlier this month, Ero Copper Corp. presented at the 2026 Raymond James Copper Conference in Toronto and released new assay results from over 24,000 meters of drilling at its Furnas Copper-Gold Project in Brazil, highlighting step-out and infill holes that extend mineralization and confirm high-grade zones. The company is also progressing ahead of schedule on its earn-in drilling commitments and technical workstreams at Furnas, including permitting, metallurgical testwork, and preparations...

It looks like Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next three days. Typically, the...

As the Canadian market navigates through a landscape marked by elevated oil prices and inflation, alongside resilient retail sales and sector rotation, investors are keenly observing opportunities that align with these economic conditions. Penny stocks, though an outdated term, continue to represent intriguing investment possibilities within this context. Typically associated with smaller or newer companies, these stocks offer potential growth at lower price points and can be particularly...

Groupe Dynamite (TSX:GRGD) is back in focus after first quarter results and guidance changes triggered sharp share price swings, fresh analyst views, and renewed debate about the company’s growth profile and valuation. See our latest analysis for Groupe Dynamite. The sharp first quarter reaction comes after a volatile spell for Groupe Dynamite, with a 7 day share price return down 26.26% and a 30 day share price return down 32.18%. At the same time, a very large 1 year total shareholder...

Those following along with Element Fleet Management Corp. ( TSE:EFN ) will no doubt be intrigued by the recent purchase...

Fresh analyst commentary on 5N Plus (TSX:VNP) is drawing attention to the company’s role supplying materials to the growing space infrastructure sector, where expanding satellite projects and a sold out solar cell subsidiary underpin demand visibility through 2027. See our latest analysis for 5N Plus. For context, 5N Plus shares have climbed strongly in recent months, with a 90 day share price return of 40.51% and a year to date share price return of 128.17%. The 1 year total shareholder...

Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) has just released its latest Integrated Report, confirming completion of the spin-off of its pork operations and outlining 2025 sustainability achievements. This gives investors fresh context for assessing the refocused business. See our latest analysis for Maple Leaf Foods. Alongside the spin-off and sustainability progress, Maple Leaf Foods has seen firm share price momentum, with a 26.34% year to date share price return and a 1 year total shareholder return of...

Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLDP) is back in focus after securing a 15 MW order for its stationary fuel cell systems, a repeat deal from an existing off grid renewable power customer. See our latest analysis for Ballard Power Systems. The repeat order has arrived after a strong run in Ballard Power Systems’ share price, with a 90 day share price return of 85.59% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 188.78%. However, the 5 year total shareholder return remains down 72%, suggesting improving...

Empire (TSX:EMP.A) is back in focus after reporting a 27% jump in adjusted Q4 EPS and approving a 10.2% increase in its annual dividend, along with plans for increased store expansion and capital spending. See our latest analysis for Empire. Empire's recent Q4 results and dividend increase have coincided with stronger trading interest, with a 1-day share price return of 3.89% and a 30-day share price return of 9.00%. Over a longer horizon, the 1-year total shareholder return declined 4.53%,...

Why the latest U.S. mandate matters for TransAlta stock TransAlta (TSX:TA) is back in focus after the United States Department of Energy ordered its Centralia Unit 2 in Washington State to remain available for operation for an additional three months, extending through mid September 2026. The mandate keeps a U.S. coal facility in TransAlta’s Energy Transition segment online for longer than previously planned. It also maintains potential revenue from Centralia Unit 2 while wider questions...

Enghouse Systems earnings and dividend decision in focus Enghouse Systems (TSX:ENGH) has drawn fresh attention after reporting second quarter results and approving a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per share, combining an earnings update with a new income detail for investors. See our latest analysis for Enghouse Systems. At a share price of CA$15.61, Enghouse Systems has seen its 1 month share price return fall 7.96%, and its 1 year total shareholder return decline 27.41%, signalling fading...

As the Bank of Canada maintains a steady interest rate amidst a backdrop of stable core inflation and excess economic supply, investors are navigating a complex landscape shaped by fluctuating oil prices and mixed signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve. In such conditions, identifying stocks with solid financials becomes crucial for those looking to capitalize on market opportunities. Penny stocks, although an older term, still represent smaller or newer companies with potential value; when...

Dividend affirmation and technical breakout draw fresh attention West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFG) has caught investor attention after a declared quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share and a recent technical breakout above resistance, together pointing to shifting sentiment toward the stock. The dividend, payable on July 13, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 25, 2026, offers investors a defined cash return schedule. The chart move has highlighted West Fraser Timber shares for traders...

We wouldn't blame MDA Space Ltd. ( TSE:MDA ) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that Luigi...

Potential enCore Energy Corp. ( CVE:EU ) shareholders may wish to note that the Independent Lead Director, Mark...