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With inflation signals softening in several major economies and central banks sounding more cautious on rate moves, many income investors are looking again at reliable cash payouts rather than short term trading stories. That is where the Dividend Powerhouses screener, focused on companies with yields above 5% that appear well covered, growing and stable, can help. In a world of mixed growth data, uneven PMIs and shifting bond yields, a portfolio anchored around dependable dividends can offer...

BRP (TSX:DOO) has just opened its largest global distribution and logistics center in Saint Philippe, Quebec. The facility centralizes parts, accessories, and apparel shipments for its powersports and marine brands. See our latest analysis for BRP. BRP's CA$84.57 share price reflects mixed momentum, with a 1-day share price return of 2.11% after earlier weakness, including a 90-day share price return down 16.08%. The 1-year total shareholder return of 22.65% contrasts with weaker 3 and 5 year...

Gold prices have cooled as investors weigh mixed bank forecasts, softer U.S. jobs data and the next move from the Federal Reserve. For precious metals miners, that mix of lower rate expectations, cautious sentiment and shifting commodity forecasts can quickly change how the market views risk and reward. This article looks at three large, established precious metals mining stocks from our screener that appear closely tied to the latest news on gold and oil. By the end, you will see how each...

With inflation signals, bond yields and growth data sending mixed messages, many investors are looking for ways to stay exposed to potential upside without taking on the highest level of risk that often comes with penny stocks. The Financially Fit Penny Stocks screener focuses on companies trading below 5 that still show signs of solid financial health, which can help you filter out some of the weakest balance sheets. This article highlights 3 of the most interesting stocks from that...

Interest rate sensitive stocks are back in focus after June’s jobs report showed just 57,000 new roles, 720,000 people leaving the workforce, and labor force participation sliding to its lowest point since early 2021. If this softer backdrop eventually leads the Federal Reserve toward rate cuts, the pricing of income focused stocks, especially in utilities and real estate, could shift meaningfully. This article walks through 3 large, dividend paying stocks from our Interest Rate Sensitive...

TELUS (TSX:T) is back in focus after Victor Dodig formally took over as CEO, coinciding with a new Canada Infrastructure Bank financing agreement to expand rural broadband and continuing attention on the company’s dividend policy. See our latest analysis for TELUS. Against this leadership transition and new broadband financing, TELUS has seen its share price return fall 15.3% over the past month and 19.1% year to date, with a 1 year total shareholder return decline of 29.0%. This suggests...

With inflation, interest rates and growth signals pulling in different directions across regions, many investors are looking for leaders who stay committed through every cycle, not just the good years. Founder led companies often fit that description, as the people who built the business still have their reputation and wealth on the line. This Founder Led Companies screener focuses on that alignment, aiming to surface stocks where leadership is deeply invested in long term outcomes. In this...

On June 26, 2026, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board announced a new three-year relationship with Element Fleet Management, alongside Blackstone Credit & Insurance affiliates, committing US$88 million to purchase equity residuals in Element’s Chesapeake IV asset-backed securities program, which recently closed a US$670 million note offering backed by U.S. fleet lease receivables. This off-balance sheet funding arrangement is intended to lower Element’s leverage while broadening and...

With central banks reassessing rate paths, energy markets reacting to OPEC+ decisions and inflation pressures looking more contained in several regions, many investors are revisiting listed assets that aim to provide reliable power and long-term demand visibility. Nuclear energy stocks sit at the intersection of energy security and low carbon goals, spanning uranium producers, fuel cycle specialists and reactor operators. This Nuclear Energy Stocks screener filters that broad universe into a...

On July 2, 2026, ATS Corporation issued a management information circular urging shareholders to vote against a True North Capital Partners proposal at its August 6 annual and special meeting, arguing the proposal would unduly restrict the Board, duplicate existing regulations, and impose burdensome requirements beyond market practice. The filing comes shortly after ATS reported fiscal fourth-quarter results showing C$2.97 billion in revenue and C$413.0 million in adjusted EBITDA,...

In recent months, Manulife Financial has sharpened its focus on Asia, emphasizing insurance demand, savings products, and wealth expansion across the region while advancing technology and retirement offerings globally. The company has also refreshed its leadership team to align with priorities in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and Asia-Pacific growth, signaling a deeper organizational commitment to these core business pillars. We’ll now examine how Manulife’s renewed...

Faraday Copper Corp. recently reported results from 18 drill holes in its Phase IV program at the Copper Creek Project in Arizona, highlighting near-surface and oxide copper mineralization across several target areas including American Eagle, Sunrise and Copper Giant. A key takeaway is the newly identified oxide copper zone east of Copper Giant, which could be important for enhancing the potential for earlier cathode production from near-surface material. We’ll now look at how this expanded...

Cameco recently suspended operations at its Cigar Lake uranium mine after processing was halted at Orano’s McClean Lake mill due to sulfuric acid plant issues, even as it increased its ownership in the Cigar Lake joint venture to 57.418% by acquiring TEPCO Resources Inc.’s 5% stake. This combination of a short-term production pause and higher long-term exposure to one of the world’s largest high-grade uranium deposits reshapes how investors may view Cameco’s risk and asset mix. We’ll now...

The Canadian market has been closely watching the Bank of Canada's interest rate decisions, particularly as energy prices have cooled and economic growth has slightly contracted in the first half of the year. In such a landscape, investors often turn to penny stocks—an investment area that, despite its somewhat outdated terminology, remains relevant for those seeking unique opportunities. Penny stocks can offer a mix of affordability and growth potential when backed by strong financials,...

Parex Resources Inc. recently reported its June and second-quarter 2026 production, delivering 80,850 boe/d for the month and 54,090 boe/d for the quarter, supported by the closing of the Frontera E&P acquisition and near-field exploration success at LLA-111. The company also reiterated its second-half and full-year 2026 production guidance, signaling operational consistency and management confidence in integrating new assets and sustaining output levels. We’ll now examine how the reiterated...

Paramount Resources Ltd. has renewed its normal course issuer bid, allowing it to repurchase up to 7,711,129 common shares (about 5.28% of outstanding shares) between July 8, 2026, and July 7, 2027, while also declaring a regular cash dividend of $0.05 per share payable on July 31, 2026. Together with recent insider share purchases, this renewed buyback and dividend highlight management’s ongoing commitment to returning capital and signalling confidence in the company’s valuation. We’ll now...

AI disruption worries have hit software stocks hard, but the sell-off has not affected every company in the same way. Some enterprise software incumbents still sit on deep customer relationships, complex regulatory know-how, and embedded data that are not easily replaced by AI-native challengers. This article looks at how that recent news shock ties into our Enterprise Software Incumbents screener and explains why certain large platforms may be better positioned than others. You will see 3...

Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM) is back in focus after its parent, Brookfield, expanded a clean energy partnership with Bloom Energy from $5b to $25b to support off grid AI data center power. See our latest analysis for Brookfield Asset Management. Against this backdrop, Brookfield Asset Management’s recent momentum has picked up, with a 7-day share price return of 5.18% and a 90-day share price return of 7.65%. This comes even though the year-to-date share price return is down 10.41%...

Highlander Silver Corp. recently reported past completion of extensive airborne magnetic and induced polarization-resistivity surveys at its Corani Silver Project, revealing a much broader geophysical footprint and multiple new high-priority drill targets west, east, and south of the current resource area. A distinctive aspect of this update is the integration of historical drilling with new geophysics to outline a large intermediate sulphidation epithermal system, now being tested by the...

Americas Gold and Silver (TSX:USA) is back in focus after completing Phase 2 of the No. 3 Shaft modernization at its Galena Complex, a project that has more than doubled hoisting capacity. See our latest analysis for Americas Gold and Silver. Against this operational backdrop, the share price of Americas Gold and Silver has moved to CA$7.32, with a 1-day share price return of 5.63% and a 7-day share price return of 10.74%. The 1-year total shareholder return of 132.38% and the very large...

In light of recent developments in the Canadian economy, where the Bank of Canada is expected to keep interest rates steady due to cooling energy prices and a stabilizing labor market, investors are closely monitoring growth opportunities. In this environment, companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often indicate strong confidence from those who know the business best; here we explore three such TSX-listed growth companies poised for significant revenue...

As the Canadian economy navigates a landscape of cooling energy prices and steady interest rates, investors are keenly observing how these factors will shape market opportunities in the latter half of 2026. Despite being considered an outdated term, penny stocks remain a compelling investment area, offering potential for growth at lower price points. In this context, we explore three promising penny stocks that combine financial strength with growth potential, presenting intriguing...

With inflation readings softening in key regions and central banks sounding more cautious on rate hikes, attention is swinging back to companies where cash generation matters more than short term market mood. The Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener singles out stocks that SWS DCF valuation suggests are trading below fair value, giving you a focused way to look for potential mispricing while markets weigh growth, yields, and inflation. In this article, you will see 3 of the best...

In late June 2026, Bank of Nova Scotia completed several Regulation S fixed-income offerings totaling US$155 million, issuing a mix of senior callable fixed- and floating-rate notes maturing between 2029 and 2041 to international investors. These bond deals come shortly after the bank reported higher second-quarter net income and confirmed its upcoming quarterly dividend, underscoring its use of both equity and debt markets to fund growth while returning cash to shareholders. Against this...