Canadian Professional Services Stock News

Parex Resources Inc. has reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue rising to US$395.89 million and net income to US$444.3 million, and its Board declared a third-quarter 2026 regular dividend of C$0.385 per share, paid on September 15, 2026 to shareholders of record on September 8, 2026. The very large year-on-year jump in earnings per share from US$0.50 to US$4.62 highlights how recent operations have materially boosted profitability. With this sharp earnings improvement as a...

Global data is sending a mixed message right now, from cooling inflation in several countries to softer factory activity in others. That kind of patchwork backdrop can reward investors who focus on companies where analysts see solid earnings growth potential and balance sheets that can handle bumps in the road. The Healthy high growth potential screener aims to do exactly that by filtering for stocks with forecast earnings growth over the next 3 years and acceptable financial strength. In...

Gildan Activewear Inc. recently reported second-quarter 2026 results showing sales rising to US$1,582.47 million while posting a net loss of US$49.95 million, alongside updated full-year guidance pointing to revenue at the low end of its US$6.0 billion to US$6.2 billion range and a confirmed quarterly dividend of US$0.249 per share payable September 14, 2026. Despite the loss, management’s expectation that third-quarter 2026 net sales from continuing operations will reach about US$1.65...

Definity Financial (TSX:DFY) has drawn fresh attention after reporting second quarter 2026 results. The company announced net income and earnings per share figures that differ from the prior year, alongside a newly declared cash dividend. See our latest analysis for Definity Financial. At a share price of CA$80.03, Definity Financial has seen momentum build, with a 30 day share price return of 6.37% and a 90 day share price return of 16.58%, alongside a 3 year total shareholder return of...

How Celestica’s latest earnings and outlook set the stage Celestica (TSX:CLS) is back in focus after reporting second quarter 2026 results and updating its outlook. Investors now have fresh numbers on revenue, earnings and management’s expectations for the next few quarters. See our latest analysis for Celestica. The latest quarterly update has arrived after a sharp 1 day share price decline of around 6%, which follows a 7 day share price gain of about 8% and comes on the back of earlier...

In recent months, coverage of Wheaton Precious Metals has emphasized how its precious-metals streaming contracts allow it to keep buying gold and silver at predetermined prices, even as miners contend with rising operating costs and commodity price swings. This focus on Wheaton’s inflation-resistant model and projected production growth by 2030 has highlighted the company as a way to gain exposure to gold and silver without direct mining risks. Next, we’ll examine how Wheaton’s...

Great-West Lifeco (TSX:GWO) has attracted fresh attention after reporting higher net income and earnings per share for the second quarter and first half of 2026, alongside an expanded share buyback and affirmed dividends. See our latest analysis for Great-West Lifeco. At a share price of CA$92.94, Great-West Lifeco has delivered a 26.36% 90 day share price return and an 85.74% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests that momentum has strengthened as investors weigh higher earnings,...

Founders who still run the companies they built often think differently about risk, capital and long term value. At a time when global data shows a mix of resilient manufacturing, cooler inflation in several regions and cautious central banks, many investors are looking for leaders who are personally invested in the outcome. The Founder-Led Companies screener focuses on businesses where the original builder still sets the tone. That can align decision making closely with shareholder...

Why Spartan Delta stock is back in focus after the latest quarterly update Spartan Delta (TSX:SDE) has drawn fresh attention after reporting second quarter 2026 net income of CA$42.44 million and higher earnings per share, alongside increased production guidance for the full year. See our latest analysis for Spartan Delta. The latest earnings and production update has arrived after a strong run in Spartan Delta's share price, with a year to date share price return of 59.3% and a 1 year total...

Athabasca Oil (TSX:ATH) is in focus after reporting second quarter 2026 results that combined lower revenue and production with higher net income, along with updated guidance pointing to production near the high end of its annual range. See our latest analysis for Athabasca Oil. The latest earnings and guidance have arrived after a volatile spell for Athabasca Oil, with the share price down 5.47% over the past week and 13.01% over the past three months. Despite this recent weakness, the stock...

As the Canadian market navigates lower energy prices and a robust earnings season, attention remains on inflation pressures and potential monetary policy adjustments. Amidst these broader economic dynamics, penny stocks continue to capture investor interest as they offer unique opportunities in the realm of smaller or newer companies. Despite their somewhat outdated name, penny stocks can still hold significant value, particularly when they exhibit strong financial foundations and growth...

Canfor Corporation has reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of C$1,526.4 million and a net loss of C$18.5 million, alongside plans to permanently close its Fox Creek sawmill amid prolonged weak markets, high U.S. softwood lumber duties, and constrained fibre supply. These actions, combined with broader mill rationalizations and the PinkWood acquisition, highlight Canfor’s effort to reshape its operations and product mix under ongoing industry pressure. We’ll now consider...

Global data is sending a mixed message. Some manufacturing hubs are cooling, others are picking up, and inflation trends differ across regions. In that kind of backdrop, cash flow can matter more than headlines. The Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener focuses on companies where projected cash generation looks attractive relative to their current share price, based on SWS DCF valuation. That can help you focus on potential value opportunities rather than short term noise. In this...

Income investors are dealing with mixed signals right now. Manufacturing and trade data shift from one region to another, inflation remains a key talking point, and central banks continue to adjust their tone. In this kind of backdrop, many investors look for steadier cash flows from proven dividend payers. The Dividend Powerhouses screener focuses on companies with dividend yields above 5% that are well covered, growing and stable. This article highlights three stocks from that Dividend...

Penny stocks attract plenty of attention, but many carry high risk and weak finances. The Financially Fit Penny Stocks screener focuses on lower priced companies that still show healthier balance sheets, which can appeal if you want exposure to early stage growth potential while trying to limit some of the usual hazards. With central banks watching inflation trends, bond yields shifting, and global manufacturing sending mixed signals, it can help to have a filter that emphasizes financial...

With inflation trends mixed, bond yields moving and growth signals varying across regions, many investors are looking for companies where management is clearly aligned with shareholders and still talking confidently about the future. That is exactly what the Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership theme focuses on. It highlights businesses that analysts and insiders both view with optimism, and where decision makers have real capital at stake. In this article you will see 3 stocks...

Brookfield (TSX:BN) has moved into the spotlight after a run of large infrastructure announcements, including a proposed US$100b data center campus in Kentucky and fresh commitments across energy pipelines and AI focused projects. See our latest analysis for Brookfield. For investors, the recent AI and infrastructure announcements sit against a mixed share price backdrop, with the stock at CA$59.58 and a year to date share price return down 7.04%, while the 3 year total shareholder return of...

Sticky inflation, a cautious Federal Reserve and fresh disruption in global oil supply have put energy stocks back in the spotlight. With rates on hold at 3.5% to 3.75% and the Strait of Hormuz partly closed, investors are weighing how higher oil prices and policy uncertainty might filter through to larger, healthier energy companies across the US, UK, Canada and Australia. This article breaks down how the latest news may affect the energy sector and highlights 3 stocks from our Energy Sector...

As the Canadian market experiences solid earnings growth with 64% of S&P/TSX companies surpassing estimates, investors are keenly observing how inflation pressures and potential Fed rate hikes might influence future economic conditions. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks becomes crucial for those looking to capitalize on potential price corrections and long-term value, especially as broader participation in earnings growth suggests a more stable market outlook.

As the Canadian market navigates through a period of robust earnings growth and resilient consumer spending, investors are keenly observing how these factors interplay with broader economic conditions such as energy prices and potential monetary policy shifts. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing, as they often signal strong confidence from those closest to the business and may offer unique opportunities for long-term value creation...

The Canadian market has been navigating a landscape shaped by lower energy prices and resilient consumer spending, contributing to solid earnings growth across various sectors. Amid these conditions, penny stocks—often smaller or newer companies—continue to capture investor interest due to their potential for value and growth. While the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these investments can still offer surprising opportunities for those seeking companies with robust financial foundations.

Gold miners are back in focus as higher long term Treasury yields and central bank buying push more attention toward precious metals. With major holders selling U.S. government bonds and reallocating some reserves into physical gold, investors are reassessing how to position around this shift. This article looks at 3 stocks from a Precious Metals Mining Companies screener that appear closely exposed to the news driving gold markets. You will see how each stock lines up against the current...

Artificial intelligence sits at the center of many of today’s market conversations, from chips and cloud to large language models such as ChatGPT. While global data show a mix of signals across manufacturing, inflation and bond markets, AI remains a key theme investors are watching across cycles and regions. The AI Stocks screener here focuses on companies directly involved in this ChatGPT and AI build out, including semiconductors, software, LLMs, cloud and broader transformation. In this...

Celebrations may be in order for First Majestic Silver Corp. ( TSE:AG ) shareholders, with the analysts delivering a...