TSX:FSV
TSX:FSVReal Estate

Will FirstService's (TSX:FSV) Share Buyback Reveal Its True Approach to Shareholder Value?

On August 19, 2025, FirstService Corporation announced a normal course issuer bid to repurchase up to 1,600,000 common shares, about 3.51% of its issued share capital, in an effort to mitigate the dilutive effect of stock options. This move reflects the company's focus on maintaining value for existing shareholders while actively managing its capital structure. We'll explore how FirstService's new share repurchase plan could impact its earnings per share assumptions and long-term value...
TSX:ELD
TSX:ELDMetals and Mining

Eldorado Gold (TSX:ELD) Valuation in Focus Following Appointment of Veteran Leader Christian Milau as President

Eldorado Gold (TSX:ELD) has just announced that Christian Milau will be stepping in as President starting September 12, 2025. This move is likely to catch the attention of investors who follow executive changes closely. Milau brings an impressive background, with more than two decades of experience leading teams at some of the sector’s larger companies, along with deep knowledge of both operational turnarounds and capital markets. With him at the helm, investors may be wondering if this...
TSX:BNS
TSX:BNSBanks

Could Scotiabank’s New Eurobond Offering Reveal a Shift in Funding Strategy for TSX:BNS?

On August 15, 2025, Bank of Nova Scotia announced a fixed-income offering for 5.00% senior unsubordinated unsecured notes due August 29, 2035, issued at par with a 2.25% discount and callable features as EuroBonds and Eurodollar bonds. This latest bond issuance highlights the bank’s ongoing focus on proactive risk management and funding flexibility in a changing macroeconomic landscape. We’ll explore how this fixed-income offering may influence Bank of Nova Scotia’s long-term earnings...
TSX:AAUC
TSX:AAUCMetals and Mining

Allied Gold (TSX:AAUC) Valuation in Focus After CEO and Director Step Up Insider Buying

Allied Gold (TSX:AAUC) is turning investor heads after a sharp selloff earlier this month. Shares tumbled nearly 12% following a quarterly earnings release that disappointed some in the market. But what happened next has everyone talking: a major show of confidence from leadership, as CEO Peter Marrone snapped up over 52,000 shares on August 14, with director Richard Graff adding to his position the day after the drop. Insider buying at this scale, right after a dip, is tough to ignore and...
TSX:HBM
TSX:HBMMetals and Mining

Hudbay Minerals (TSX:HBM) Valuation in Focus After Strong Q2 Earnings and Upbeat Production Outlook

Hudbay Minerals (TSX:HBM) just posted second-quarter earnings that made some investors do a double take. Sales surged to $536 million from $425 million last year, and a net loss has swung dramatically to a $118 million profit. Not only did earnings per share turn positive, but Hudbay also underscored its confidence by reaffirming full-year production guidance for both copper and gold, two metals at the heart of its story. The market seems to be digesting a company that is firing on more...
TSX:HR.UN
TSX:HR.UNREITs

Does H&R REIT’s Ongoing Dividend Affirmation Reflect Financial Stability in Light of Recent Losses (TSX:HR.UN)?

H&R Real Estate Investment Trust recently reported its second quarter and first half 2025 results, with sales of C$204.01 million and a net loss of C$166.37 million for the second quarter, and affirmed a monthly dividend of C$0.05 per share. The reduction in net loss compared to the previous year, despite a slight dip in sales, highlights the company's ongoing efforts to manage its financial performance. We’ll examine how the combination of affirmed dividends and narrowing losses shapes H&R...
TSX:CNQ
TSX:CNQOil and Gas

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ): Assessing Valuation After Strong Q2 Results and Dividend Boost

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) has grabbed investor attention after releasing its second quarter results, which exceeded expectations. The company completed a major turnaround at the Athabasca Oil Sands Project ahead of schedule. This led to higher production and utilization rates than analysts forecasted. Along with a new dividend increase and management’s positive outlook for the rest of 2025, these updates are fueling optimism about what comes next for the stock. Looking at its...
TSX:AG
TSX:AGMetals and Mining

Did San Dimas's New High-Grade Discovery Just Shift First Majestic Silver's (TSX:AG) Investment Narrative?

Earlier this month, First Majestic Silver Corp. reported strong drilling results from its ongoing exploration at the San Dimas Silver/Gold Mine in Mexico, with high-grade gold and silver mineralization discovered in newly tested veins, including the Coronado vein in the West Block. The confirmation of new mineralized zones and the conversion of Inferred to Indicated Mineral Resources support reinforcement of San Dimas as a major long-term asset for expanding the company’s resource...
TSX:NGEX
TSX:NGEXMetals and Mining

NGEx Minerals (TSX:NGEX): Assessing Valuation After Steep Q2 Losses and Surging Share Price

NGEx Minerals (TSX:NGEX) just released its second quarter and half-year results, and the numbers caught investors’ eyes. The company reported a jump in net loss to CA$21.39 million for Q2, almost three times last year’s figure. With losses deepening faster than many anticipated, those watching NGEx are left sifting through the new data to judge what has really changed about its future. The market’s reaction has been anything but dull. Even with expanding losses, NGEx Minerals’ share price has...