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Cooling US wage growth has taken some heat out of inflation expectations, and that puts reliable income in the spotlight. When pay packets feel less certain, investors often look harder at portfolios for steady cash flow. That is where Dividend Fortresses come in, with 5%+ yields that can help turn market noise into regular income. This article walks through 3 standout stocks from that screener. The 3 Dividend Fortresses covered below are only a starting sample, and the full screen surfaced 2...

TFI International Inc. reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$1,899.99 million, revenue of US$2,289.85 million, and net income of US$136.15 million, all higher than a year earlier, with basic earnings per share from continuing operations rising to US$1.66 from US$1.18. For the first half of 2026, the company’s steady increases in sales, revenue, and earnings per share point to improved efficiency and profitability across its operations. We’ll now examine how this...

Osisko Metals (TSX:OM) reported second quarter 2026 results that swung to a net loss of CA$84.13 million from net income a year earlier, likely sharpening investor focus on the company’s profitability profile. See our latest analysis for Osisko Metals. Despite the sharp swing to losses, Osisko Metals’ recent trading has been strong, with the latest share price at CA$1.92 and a year to date share price return of 143.04%. Over the longer term, momentum has been powerful, with a 1 year total...

US inflation expectations nudged lower in July, which can give growth focused investors a little more breathing room as central banks weigh their next moves. In that context, stocks from a Healthy high growth potential screener look especially interesting since analysts see strong earnings growth and solid balance sheets. This article walks through 3 standouts from the screener so you can see which profiles best fit your portfolio. The three stocks below are just a sample, with the full...

Global food prices recently reached their highest level since 2023, which keeps inflation risk firmly on the table for income focused investors. When everyday costs feel less predictable, reliable dividends can act as a stabilising force in a portfolio. Dividend powerhouses with yields above 3% and a track record of well covered, growing payouts can be appealing. This article highlights three stocks from that screener. The three dividend stocks covered below are just a sample from this idea...

IAMGOLD (TSX:IMG) drew fresh attention on 6 August 2026 after reporting second quarter and first half results that showed higher sales and net income, along with updated production and project progress at its Côté Gold operation. See our latest analysis for IAMGOLD. The earnings release, share buyback activity and appointment of a veteran mining executive appear to have sharpened interest in IAMGOLD, with the 1-day share price return of 13.70% and 7-day share price return of 28.83% adding to...

US Treasury yields recently fell sharply after weak jobs data, which pushed many investors back toward equities as they reassessed the timing of interest rate moves. That shift can create pockets of opportunity in overlooked corners of the market. Financially Fit Penny Stocks aim to filter for lower risk profiles within this high risk area. This article highlights three stocks from the screener that stand out today. The three Financially Fit Penny Stocks featured below are only a starting...

Earlier this year, Montage Gold Corp. reported an exploration update on its Wendé property in Côte d’Ivoire, where over 6,500 meters of drilling confirmed continuous gold mineralization at the Bobosso target and supported the potential for a maiden mineral resource. The company also secured approval for the Dabakala exploration permit directly north of Wendé, materially expanding its footprint along the Ouango-Fitini Shear Zone, a structure associated with multiple West African gold...

Canadian Pacific Kansas City recently reported its second-quarter 2026 results, showing revenue of CA$4,164 million and net income of CA$1,024 million, alongside a quarterly dividend of CA$0.268 per share payable on October 26, 2026. The company also continued returning capital to shareholders by completing a buyback of about 16.59 million shares for roughly CA$1.94 billion, while announcing a planned transition in board leadership from Chair Isabelle Courville to long-time director Gordon...

In the past week, WELL Health Technologies Corp. reported Q2 2026 results showing sales rising to CA$400.43 million while moving from net income of CA$12.15 million to a net loss of CA$10.91 million, with basic loss per share of CA$0.04 from continuing operations. Despite this shift back into loss-making territory, WELL Health also raised its 2026 outlook, prompting investors to weigh record revenue growth against the company’s nearer-term profitability pressures and evolving leadership in...

Hammond Power Solutions Inc. reported past second-quarter 2026 results with sales rising to C$324.8 million from C$224.42 million a year earlier, while net income eased to C$9.39 million from C$13.38 million and diluted EPS from continuing operations moved to C$0.79 from C$1.12. For the first half of 2026, the company grew sales to C$589.64 million from C$425.82 million but saw net income and EPS from continuing operations soften, suggesting higher volumes have recently come with tighter...

Why Altus Group’s latest quarter caught the market’s attention Altus Group (TSX:AIF) just reported a second quarter that paired revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth with wider margins and a higher full year outlook, helped by portfolio divestitures and a fresh technology acquisition. See our latest analysis for Altus Group. The latest results and higher guidance have triggered a sharp reset in expectations for Altus Group, with a 1 day share price return of 15.05% and a 90 day share price...

Why Cascades Stock Is Back on Investors’ Radar Cascades (TSX:CAS) just posted a return to profit in Q2 2026 and confirmed another containerboard price increase, along with a maintained dividend. These combined earnings and pricing updates are now shaping how investors view the stock. See our latest analysis for Cascades. The recent Q2 profit return and third containerboard price increase have coincided with a sharp shift in sentiment around Cascades. The stock’s 30 day share price return of...

Faraday Copper Corp. reported second-quarter 2026 results, with net loss widening to C$13.96 million and basic loss per share from continuing operations at C$0.05, compared with C$0.03 a year earlier. Over the first six months of 2026, the company’s net loss increased to C$23.85 million, highlighting sustained cost and profitability pressures relative to the prior year. We’ll now examine how this wider quarterly net loss shapes Faraday Copper’s investment narrative and what it may mean for...

US inflation expectations for the year ahead are drifting lower, which points to a calmer backdrop for long term planning. In quieter conditions, founder led companies can stand out because leaders with so much personal equity at stake often keep pushing regardless of the economic noise. This article highlights three founder led stocks from our screener that show how deep commitment can shape products, culture and capital allocation. The three stocks that follow are just a sample, and the...

New US customs rules that could push tariffs on Canadian exports to as high as 50% from August 19, 2026 are turning cross border trade from a quiet tailwind into a serious risk. For investors, that kind of policy shock can quickly reshuffle which Canadian stocks feel safe and which suddenly carry more downside. This article walks through three stocks exposed to the tariff news and explains why their US dependence may now demand a closer look. Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) Canadian...

Lundin Gold Inc. reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing higher sales of US$477.69 million and net income of US$219.87 million versus a year earlier, alongside an increased quarterly cash dividend of US$1.08 per share and reaffirmed 2026 production guidance. The company also released strong exploration results at its Fruta del Norte operation in Ecuador, indicating high-grade intercepts and potential for further Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve growth across FDNS, FDN East, and...

Inflation is cooling in several countries, which gives central banks more room to keep interest rates steady or ease gradually. That sort of backdrop often shifts attention back to company fundamentals, especially cash generation. When prices feel calmer, discounted cash flow based stock picks can look more appealing. This article highlights three stocks from the Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener that currently appear worth a closer look. The stocks covered below are just a...

With the market’s CAPE ratio sitting at 41.4, close to extremes last seen around the dot-com era, many investors are asking how to stay invested without feeling overexposed if sentiment turns. Elevated valuations and widespread concern about a downturn by 2026 have made low volatility stocks more interesting. This article walks through three companies from a low volatility screener that appear closely tied to this story and explains why they might matter for your portfolio decisions. The...

In recent weeks, Descartes Systems Group launched its AI-enabled Free Trade Intelligence solution for global trade compliance and saw Forefront Global Logistics highlight successful use of its transportation management suite to automate and scale brokerage operations. Together, these developments show Descartes embedding artificial intelligence more deeply into both trade compliance and freight execution, potentially increasing the value of its logistics software ecosystem for manufacturers,...

What Air Canada’s Lagos announcement could mean for investors Air Canada (TSX:AC) plans to start scheduled flights to Lagos in 2027, following Canada’s expanded air transport agreement with Nigeria. The airline is now working through required government approvals and operational planning. This new African route is part of Air Canada’s existing international network and vacation, cargo, and loyalty businesses. Investors are watching to see how the company’s expansion plans relate to its...

Recent data from Taiwan shows strong July exports and a wide trade surplus driven by AI and semiconductor demand. That signals how central electrified growth has become to global trade and why the copper story matters right now. Investors who position early in quality copper stocks could be better placed if this build out continues. This article highlights three top copper stocks from our screener to consider for further research. These three copper stocks are a focused sample, and the full...

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated (TSX:SXGC) is back in focus after fresh drilling results from its 100% owned Sunday Creek gold antimony project in Victoria, followed closely by an investor presentation at the Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum. See our latest analysis for Southern Cross Gold Consolidated. At a latest share price of CA$11.75, Southern Cross Gold Consolidated has seen strong short term momentum, with a 30.56% 7 day share price return and a 29.83% 30 day share price return. Its 1...

Lundin Mining (TSX:LUN) is back in focus after severe winter storms disrupted operations at its Caserones copper mine in Chile, just days after the company released strong second quarter results and reaffirmed its 2026 production guidance. See our latest analysis for Lundin Mining. Lundin Mining's share price has risen 8.5% over the past week and 26.8% year to date to CA$37.66, while a very large 1 year total shareholder return above 100% signals strong momentum despite recent storm related...