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With inflation trends mixed across regions and central banks keeping a close eye on interest rates, many investors are looking for ways to seek steadier income from their portfolios. High headline yields can be tempting, but they only tell part of the story. The Dividend Powerhouses screener focuses on stocks offering more than a 5% dividend yield that is covered by earnings, growing and relatively stable, which can be especially appealing when bond markets and cash returns feel uncertain. In...

Extendicare (TSX:EXE) has been added to the S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index, a change that can influence trading activity as index-tracking funds adjust holdings and more investors assess the stock. See our latest analysis for Extendicare. Extendicare's addition to the index follows a period of strong momentum, with the share price return of 34.06% over 90 days and a year-to-date share price return of 61.53%, while the 1-year total shareholder return of 148.49% points to material reinvested...

With consumer sentiment sliding to 44.8, inflation expectations above 4%, a U.S. and Iran conflict disrupting key shipping routes, and Treasury yields at multi year highs, the market is putting a spotlight on companies tied to real assets and raw materials. Commodity producers outside of oil and gas can be directly exposed to these forces, for better or worse, through pricing power, input costs, and financing conditions. This article walks through three stocks from our Commodity Producers...

With inflation readings, interest rate expectations and geopolitical headlines all pulling markets in different directions, many investors are looking for opportunities where current prices and future cash flows seem out of sync. That is where the Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener can help, by highlighting companies that SWS DCF valuation suggests are trading below their estimated fair value. This article focuses on that theme and will walk through 3 stocks from the screener...

Canada’s latest inflation data, with headline inflation at 3.2% in May and sharp moves in gasoline and food costs, has put energy stocks back in focus for investors watching the Canadian Energy Sector Stocks screener. Gasoline prices increased 33.2% year over year and food inflation reached 4.3%, while the Bank of Canada is expected to keep its key rate steady. This mix of higher energy prices and stable policy can influence earnings potential, margins, and investor sentiment. Below, the...

With inflation paths, interest rates and consumer confidence all moving in different directions across regions, many investors are looking for ways to target growth potential while still paying close attention to balance sheets and cash flows. That is where the Financially Fit Penny Stocks screener comes in, focusing on lower priced stocks that also show signs of solid financial health, which can help reduce some of the risks that usually come with early stage companies. In this article, you...

Earlier in June 2026, Descartes Systems Group reported that New Castle Building Products cut its annual fleet mileage by about 25,000 miles after adopting Descartes’ route planning and execution platform, improving fuel usage, cost efficiency and on-time delivery performance. The case highlights how Descartes’ data-driven routing can centralize dispatch, optimize capacity and boost delivery reliability for complex, high-value last‑mile operations while also trimming emissions. Next, we’ll...

As the Canadian market navigates economic uncertainties, including elevated inflation and shifting interest rates, investors are increasingly exploring diverse strategies for potential growth. Penny stocks, though often considered a niche area of investment, continue to offer intriguing opportunities in smaller or newer companies that may be poised for expansion. When these stocks demonstrate strong financial health and solid fundamentals, they can present significant growth potential at...

In recent days, BlackBerry has seen investor activity increase ahead of its now-past fiscal Q1 2027 earnings report on June 25, following a prior quarter that exceeded earnings and revenue projections and amid mixed analyst views and insider share sales. At the same time, BlackBerry has highlighted new capabilities for its Unified Endpoint Management platform, emphasizing AI-assisted operations, post-quantum cryptography, and expanded device management to appeal to enterprise, government,...

Hammond Power Solutions (TSX:HPS.A) has been added to the S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index. This type of inclusion often attracts attention from index-tracking funds and can reshape how investors look at the stock. See our latest analysis for Hammond Power Solutions. Recent share price momentum has been strong, with Hammond Power Solutions posting a 1 day share price return of 3.13%, a 90 day share price return of 77.23%, and a year to date share price return of 115.59%. The 1 year total...

Earlier in June 2026, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce announced the upcoming termination of certain ETF series and a change to a mutual fund’s risk rating after filing related SEC documents, signaling a reshaping of its investment product lineup. These adjustments may matter for investors because they touch on how CIBC is recalibrating its asset and wealth management offerings in response to client demand and regulatory expectations. We’ll now examine how CIBC’s ETF terminations and...

Global markets are sending mixed signals, from shifting bond yields to patchy growth and inflation data across Europe, Asia, and emerging markets. In this kind of backdrop, many investors are looking for stocks where analysts still see clear earnings growth potential and balance sheets that can handle bumps in the road. That is exactly what the Healthy high growth potential screener focuses on, highlighting companies that analysts expect to grow earnings strongly over the next 3 years while...

With the Federal Reserve signaling possible rate hikes and markets reacting to every economic data release, income-focused investors are paying closer attention to dividend growth stocks that appear built to handle more turbulence. This article looks at how recent Fed commentary, trade talks and geopolitical risks could affect a select group of dividend growth companies, all filtered for consistent payouts, room for increases and solid balance sheet health. Ahead, you will see 3 stocks from...

Index additions and stronger guidance put Spartan Delta in focus Spartan Delta (TSX:SDE) has drawn fresh investor attention after being added to two S&P/TSX indices, paired with improved 2026 guidance and an expanded credit facility that together reshape how some investors may view the stock. See our latest analysis for Spartan Delta. Those index additions and higher 2026 guidance come after a mixed short term patch, with the share price down 16.34% over 30 days but up 50.74% year to date. At...

Shipping disruption through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed energy supply risk back into the spotlight, and that kind of bottleneck can quickly reshape which oil and gas stocks investors pay most attention to. With fewer ships transiting this key route and negotiations ongoing to reopen it toll free, some companies may see higher demand for their production or logistics, while others could face higher costs or volume uncertainty. This article explains how that news connects to your portfolio...

In the current Canadian market landscape, characterized by elevated oil prices and resilient retail sales, investors are navigating a "higher-for-longer" interest rate environment. In this context, growth companies with strong insider ownership can offer unique opportunities for those seeking to align with firms where management has a significant stake in their success.

The Canadian market is navigating a complex economic landscape, characterized by elevated inflation and resilient consumer spending, as the Bank of Canada maintains a cautious stance on interest rates. In this context, penny stocks—often smaller or newer companies—continue to capture investor interest due to their potential for growth and affordability. Despite being an outdated term, penny stocks remain relevant as they offer opportunities for investors seeking to explore beyond the...

In the current Canadian market landscape, characterized by elevated oil prices and resilient household consumption, investors are navigating a "higher-for-longer" rate environment as the Bank of Canada remains on hold amid economic uncertainties. This backdrop highlights the appeal of dividend stocks, which can provide steady income streams and potential stability in portfolios during periods of market volatility.

Founder led companies can offer something many investors value in a world of shifting inflation trends, rate questions, and mixed growth signals: leaders whose own reputations and wealth are tightly tied to long term outcomes. While data from Asia, Europe, and the Americas points to different inflation and demand patterns, it all highlights the benefit of focusing on alignment and commitment rather than short term executive cycles. This Founder-Led Companies screener zeroes in on businesses...

Peace talks in the Middle East rarely feel distant to energy investors, and the latest progress in US Iran negotiations is a clear example. Steps toward ending the Lebanon war, easing sanctions on Iranian oil exports, and keeping the Strait of Hormuz open have already fed into oil price swings and mixed signals in global equity markets. For retail investors watching the Global Energy Sector screener, this kind of headline risk can reshape the risk reward profile of individual stocks. This...

The sharp quarter-over-quarter rise in institutional ownership of NovaGold Resources (TSX:NG), led by funds such as Electrum Strategic Resources, Paulson & Co., and Fidelity, has put the stock firmly back on many investors’ radar. See our latest analysis for NovaGold Resources. Against a CA$11.15 share price, NovaGold Resources has recently seen a 1 month share price return of 4.5% but is still down 11.6% year to date, while its 1 year total shareholder return is just under 100%. This...

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, biotech and mining...

CanAlaska Uranium Ltd.'s (CVE:CVV) stock price has dropped 15% in the previous week, but insiders who sold CA$198k in...

With the S&P 500’s CAPE ratio sitting at 41, well above its long term average, many investors are questioning how much risk is baked into broad market exposure and whether value stocks might offer a different balance of risk and reward. This article looks at three stocks from a Value Stocks screener that focuses on lower P/E and P/B ratios and stable financial profiles, and how recent valuation concerns could affect them. Each of these companies is exposed to the same market backdrop, yet...