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Cogeco Communications Inc. reported past second-quarter 2026 results with sales of CA$693.56 million, net income of CA$80.01 million, and higher earnings per share despite lower revenue year on year. Alongside lowering its fiscal 2026 revenue outlook, the company raised its quarterly dividend by 7.0% to CA$0.987 per share, highlighting a contrast between cautious guidance and increased shareholder cash returns. Next, we’ll examine how the reduced 2026 revenue guidance, despite a higher...

In recent days, Canadian National Railway reported that its revenue ton miles and freight volumes, particularly in Canadian grain, intermodal, and autos, have been running ahead of earlier internal targets, supported by smoother winter operations. At the same time, the railway has improved key efficiency measures such as train velocity and terminal dwell, suggesting that higher volumes are being handled without sacrificing service quality. We’ll now examine how this stronger-than-expected...

Immostar and Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust recently completed a C$63.0 million acquisition of the fully leased Complexes Capitale open-air retail centres adjacent to Les Galeries de la Capitale in Québec City, giving Primaris a 25% non-managing interest and expanding the combined site to about 122 acres. This consolidation of the Galeries de la Capitale site enhances long-term development optionality around a high-traffic retail hub anchored by national tenants such as Rona, BMO,...

We wouldn't blame Montage Gold Corp. ( TSE:MAU ) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that Richard...

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) is back on investor radar after renewed institutional buying coincided with oil trading above $100 per barrel, tighter earnings projections, and upbeat insider sentiment around its Canadian heavy oil and Duvernay assets. See our latest analysis for Baytex Energy. At a share price of CA$5.72, Baytex has posted a 21.7% 90 day share price return and a very large 1 year total shareholder return of 159.4%. This suggests momentum has been building as oil prices climbed and...

G2 Goldfields (TSX:GTWO) has caught investor attention after a sharp share price move over the past week, prompting a closer look at how its recent returns and exploration focused business compare. See our latest analysis for G2 Goldfields. The recent 7 day share price return of 94.66% builds on a 30 day gain of 95.67% and a year to date share price return of 76.68%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 206.79% points to strong momentum rather than a short lived spike. If the G2 Goldfields...

Equinox Gold reported strong Q1 2026 operational results, highlighting solid performance across its mines. The company accelerated expansion of its Canadian operations, reinforcing the importance of these assets after exiting Brazil. Following the divestment of its Brazilian portfolio, Equinox Gold repaid CA$990 million in debt and strengthened its balance sheet. The company introduced its inaugural dividend, signaling a new phase of direct shareholder returns. For investors tracking...

Torex Gold Resources (TSX:TXG) is drawing fresh attention after a strong first quarter production update and the appointment of veteran mining executive Jacques Perron to its Board of Directors. See our latest analysis for Torex Gold Resources. The latest production update and board appointment come after a mixed stretch in the share price, with a 4.11% year to date share price return alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 53.67% and a very large 5 year total shareholder return that...

Bird Construction has previously announced it would release its Q1 2026 financial results after market close on May 13, 2026, followed by a May 14 conference call and webcast hosted by President and CEO Teri McKibbon and CFO Wayne Gingrich. This scheduled disclosure underscores Bird Construction’s emphasis on transparency and gives stakeholders a focused window into performance across its industrial, building, and infrastructure segments. Now we’ll examine how this upcoming CEO- and CFO-led...

In March 2026, Hammond Power Solutions reported Q4 2025 results that missed earnings-per-share expectations but exceeded revenue estimates across its transformer business serving renewable energy, commercial infrastructure, and industrial markets. The earnings release has sharpened attention on analysts’ projections for very strong earnings and revenue growth over the next year, highlighting how Hammond’s broad end-market exposure could influence its future performance expectations. With...

Recent analyst activity around Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) has centered on refreshed financial estimates and production guidance, following a period of record output, strong free cash flow and sizable shareholder returns. See our latest analysis for Canadian Natural Resources. At a share price of CA$64.16, Canadian Natural Resources has seen a 43.18% 90 day share price return and a 78.51% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests that recent momentum has built on longer term...

In the first quarter of 2026, Lundin Gold Inc. reported gold production of 119,742 ounces from its Fruta del Norte mine, supported by record mill throughput of 5,520 tonnes per day and ore processed of 496,798 tonnes, while gold sales were 115,308 ounces versus 117,641 ounces a year earlier. An interesting takeaway is that Lundin Gold exceeded its throughput guidance while still keeping production slightly ahead of last year, reinforcing the operational consistency underpinning its full-year...

Queen's Road Capital Investment (TSX:QRC) has put up another hefty quarter, with Q2 2026 revenue at US$139.9 million and basic EPS of US$2.72, while reported earnings over the last 12 months rose 159.4%. The company has seen revenue move from US$40.5 million in Q3 2025 to US$69.9 million in Q1 2026 and then to US$139.9 million in Q2 2026. Basic EPS shifted from US$0.81 to US$1.36 and then to US$2.72 over the same stretch. With a trailing net margin sitting at 96% and a five year earnings...

Investors may be wondering whether Manulife Financial's share price still offers value after a strong run, or if most of the potential upside is already reflected in the stock. The shares last closed at C$50.56, with returns of 4.1% over 7 days, 10.2% over 30 days, 1.5% year to date, and 35.0% over the past year, as well as 126.3% over 3 years and 138.5% over 5 years. Recent coverage has focused on how established insurers are responding to changing capital markets and product demand. This...

Recent coverage has highlighted how Savaria is tapping into the aging-in-place trend by providing home accessibility solutions and offering a monthly dividend, reinforcing its position in the home healthcare ecosystem. This focus on enabling home modifications before families consider alternate living or care arrangements underscores Savaria’s role in supporting longer-term, home-based care decisions. Next, we’ll explore how this visibility around aging-in-place demand and Savaria’s monthly...

Peyto Exploration & Development recently reported strong 2025 drilling results, reserve additions, and 7% production growth, while enhancing its Viking and Cardium programs and optimizing infrastructure to lower costs and improve margins. An important takeaway is Peyto’s extensive hedging program, which management says provides one of the industry’s highest levels of price protection, supporting funding for its 2026 capital program, dividends, and ongoing debt reduction. Next, we’ll explore...

Alamos Gold (TSX:AGI) is back in focus after reporting a 71.6% increase in earnings per share and 34.3% revenue growth, supported by the Phase 3+ Expansion at the Island Gold mine and solid profitability. See our latest analysis for Alamos Gold. The recent earnings surprise appears to be feeding into sentiment, with the CA$67.1 share price supported by a 27.3% year to date share price return and a very large 5 year total shareholder return. This points to momentum that has been building...

Why CGI Stock Is Drawing Attention Now CGI (TSX:GIB.A) is back on investor watchlists after recent trading pressure, with the share price lower over the past month and past three months, while the business continues to generate multi billion dollar revenue and profit. See our latest analysis for CGI. At around CA$96.51, CGI’s recent share price return shows pressure building, with a 7 day decline of 6.30% and a 90 day share price return of 26.18% decline contributing to a 1 year total...

This article examines what the current market price for Franco-Nevada may be implying, and whether today’s valuation appears fair or already reflects prevailing expectations. With the share price at $361.34 and recorded returns of 0.6% over 7 days, 0.2% over 30 days, 26.3% year to date, 57.7% over 1 year, 78.5% over 3 years and 121.1% over 5 years, many investors are asking what is driving these numbers and what they may indicate about value. Recent coverage around Franco-Nevada has focused...

Teck Resources (TSX:TECK.B) is advancing the Schaft Creek copper-gold project toward Pre-Feasibility, targeting a 2026 work program. The project, held through a joint venture, is described as one of North America's largest undeveloped copper deposits. This update comes as investor attention increases on Teck's copper portfolio and a pending merger with Anglo American. Teck Resources sits at the center of growing investor interest in copper, as the metal remains closely tied to...

To understand whether National Bank of Canada fits your portfolio today, you need to know if the current share price lines up with what the business might be worth. The stock recently closed at C$195.72, with returns of 5.8% over 7 days, 6.1% over 30 days, 13.0% year to date, 77.9% over 1 year and 122.6% over 3 years, which naturally raises questions about how much of the story is already reflected in the price. Recent news coverage has focused on National Bank of Canada in the context of the...

How IAMGOLD’s Recent Performance Frames the Conversation IAMGOLD (TSX:IMG) has drawn attention after a year total return above 170%, paired with a mixed shorter term picture that includes a decline over the past month and a gain over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for IAMGOLD. At a share price of CA$27.69, IAMGOLD’s recent moves tell a mixed story, with a 1-month share price decline of 6.45% alongside a 90-day gain of 15.66% and a very large 3-year total shareholder return. This...

Dundee Corporation has received regulatory approval to renew its normal course issuer bid, allowing it from April 14, 2026, to April 13, 2027, to repurchase and cancel up to approximately 10% of its public float in Class A Subordinate Voting Shares. This renewal highlights Dundee’s focus on disciplined capital allocation and using share repurchases as a tool to actively manage its capital structure around its mining business development activities. We’ll explore how Dundee’s renewed normal...

Nouveau Monde Graphite (TSX:NOU) is drawing fresh attention after announcing a private placement to raise about CA$213.2m, alongside a rights offering, with participation from several government linked and corporate investors. See our latest analysis for Nouveau Monde Graphite. Despite the capital raise being framed as support from high profile backers, the stock has come under pressure recently. It has a 1 day share price return of negative 22.7% and a 90 day share price return of negative...