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BCE (TSX:BCE) is back in focus after Bell Canada announced a new AI infrastructure alliance with Cohere, Hypertec and BUZZ High Performance Computing, centered on Canadian-built hardware and sovereign data centre capacity. See our latest analysis for BCE. Despite the AI alliance headlines, BCE’s share price has been under pressure recently. The stock is down over the past week and quarter, while the 1-year total shareholder return of 15.58% contrasts with weaker multi year results. This...

With inflation pressures, tighter central banks and uneven growth across regions, many investors are looking for businesses where leadership is deeply aligned with shareholders. Founder-led companies often fit that profile, with leaders who typically have significant ownership and a long-term focus on capital efficiency. Our Top Founder-Led Companies screener is built to surface exactly those stocks by filtering for strong capital discipline and meaningful founder ownership. In this article,...

EQB (TSX:EQB) is drawing renewed investor interest after EQ Bank introduced a prepaid, reloadable Mastercard for Canadian small business owners. The card combines business account integration with interest on balances and uncapped cashback rewards. See our latest analysis for EQB. That product launch comes as EQB’s share price has moved to CA$126.19, with a 1-month share price return of 9.17% and a 3-month share price return of 17.47%, while the 1-year total shareholder return sits at 37.69%...

IPO, early trading moves and why Apotex Health is suddenly in focus Apotex Health (TSX:APTX) has quickly drawn investor attention after completing a roughly CA$1.5b IPO at CA$24 per share, with early trading marked by share price swings and debate over what the new listing is worth. The offering combined a treasury sale of new shares with a secondary sale by existing holders. This structure put fresh capital on the company’s balance sheet while giving SK Capital Partners and other...

Penny stocks often get attention for all the wrong reasons, yet the Financially Fit Penny Stocks screener is built to spotlight companies trading below $5 that still show solid financial health. With investors watching inflation, central bank moves, energy prices, and bond yields, balance sheet strength and cleaner funding profiles can matter more than hype. This screener filters for penny stocks that aim for a lower risk profile than many early stage businesses, which can help you focus on...

Recent Performance Snapshot for Enbridge Stock With no single headline event driving attention today, interest in Enbridge (TSX:ENB) is being shaped by its recent share performance and current fundamentals rather than a fresh catalyst. The stock closed at CA$77.47, with a gain of 0.5% over the past day and a decline of about 1.9% over the past week. Over the past month, Enbridge is down roughly 1.4%, while the past 3 months show a gain of about 5.7%. Looking over a longer horizon, Enbridge’s...

Earlier this month, Ero Copper Corp. presented at the 2026 Raymond James Copper Conference in Toronto and released new assay results from over 24,000 meters of drilling at its Furnas Copper-Gold Project in Brazil, highlighting step-out and infill holes that extend mineralization and confirm high-grade zones. The company is also progressing ahead of schedule on its earn-in drilling commitments and technical workstreams at Furnas, including permitting, metallurgical testwork, and preparations...

Energy Fuels (TSX:EFR) is back in focus after securing a conditional commitment for a $725 million, 20 year loan from the U.S. Office of Strategic Capital to expand its rare earths and critical minerals processing footprint. See our latest analysis for Energy Fuels. The conditional U.S. government loan news has landed on top of already strong momentum for Energy Fuels, with a 7 day share price return of 11.26% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 214.78% suggesting sentiment has shifted...

Almonty Industries Inc. recently reported progress on its large-scale drilling program at the Sangdong Molybdenum Project in South Korea, confirming grades in current drill holes that are consistent with historical results as it works to verify resources for future development. This update highlights how the Sangdong project could help address South Korea’s molybdenum supply shortage at a time when molybdenum prices have risen and the government is urging private companies to secure...

It looks like Aecon Group Inc. ( TSE:ARE ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next three days. Typically, the...

As the Canadian market navigates through a landscape marked by elevated oil prices and inflation, alongside resilient retail sales and sector rotation, investors are keenly observing opportunities that align with these economic conditions. Penny stocks, though an outdated term, continue to represent intriguing investment possibilities within this context. Typically associated with smaller or newer companies, these stocks offer potential growth at lower price points and can be particularly...

Groupe Dynamite (TSX:GRGD) is back in focus after first quarter results and guidance changes triggered sharp share price swings, fresh analyst views, and renewed debate about the company’s growth profile and valuation. See our latest analysis for Groupe Dynamite. The sharp first quarter reaction comes after a volatile spell for Groupe Dynamite, with a 7 day share price return down 26.26% and a 30 day share price return down 32.18%. At the same time, a very large 1 year total shareholder...

Earlier this week, Canadian Natural Resources was affected by a broad pullback in energy producers after crude oil prices fell on headlines of a tentative US–Iran agreement that could ease concerns about disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. This episode underlines how quickly geopolitical developments around key shipping routes can influence sentiment toward companies whose fortunes are tied to crude markets. We’ll now consider how this oil-price reaction, driven by shifting expectations...

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has opened a new Air Canada Café at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, adding a premium lounge option that fits into its multiyear lounge modernization program and focus on higher value travelers. See our latest analysis for Air Canada. That café opening lands at a time when Air Canada’s share price has picked up momentum, with a 1-month share price return of 28.86% and a 90-day share price return of 39.56%, while the 1-year total shareholder return stands at...

The Canadian market is navigating a complex landscape of elevated inflation and energy prices, with the Bank of Canada maintaining a cautious stance amid economic uncertainties. In this context, identifying stocks with strong financial foundations becomes crucial, particularly in niche areas like penny stocks. Once considered speculative ventures, penny stocks remain relevant for investors seeking growth opportunities in smaller or newer companies that demonstrate solid financial health.

Those following along with Element Fleet Management Corp. ( TSE:EFN ) will no doubt be intrigued by the recent purchase...

Fresh analyst commentary on 5N Plus (TSX:VNP) is drawing attention to the company’s role supplying materials to the growing space infrastructure sector, where expanding satellite projects and a sold out solar cell subsidiary underpin demand visibility through 2027. See our latest analysis for 5N Plus. For context, 5N Plus shares have climbed strongly in recent months, with a 90 day share price return of 40.51% and a year to date share price return of 128.17%. The 1 year total shareholder...

Earlier this week, Bell Canada, Cohere, Hypertec and BUZZ High Performance Computing announced a Canadian-built AI infrastructure partnership centered on Bell’s Merritt, BC data centre, while BCE also moved ahead with nearly 700 additional job cuts across multiple business units. Together, the AI alliance and renewed layoffs highlight BCE’s push to reposition towards higher-value digital infrastructure and enterprise AI services while tightening its cost base. Next, we’ll examine how BCE’s...

Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) has just released its latest Integrated Report, confirming completion of the spin-off of its pork operations and outlining 2025 sustainability achievements. This gives investors fresh context for assessing the refocused business. See our latest analysis for Maple Leaf Foods. Alongside the spin-off and sustainability progress, Maple Leaf Foods has seen firm share price momentum, with a 26.34% year to date share price return and a 1 year total shareholder return of...

Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLDP) is back in focus after securing a 15 MW order for its stationary fuel cell systems, a repeat deal from an existing off grid renewable power customer. See our latest analysis for Ballard Power Systems. The repeat order has arrived after a strong run in Ballard Power Systems’ share price, with a 90 day share price return of 85.59% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 188.78%. However, the 5 year total shareholder return remains down 72%, suggesting improving...

Empire (TSX:EMP.A) is back in focus after reporting a 27% jump in adjusted Q4 EPS and approving a 10.2% increase in its annual dividend, along with plans for increased store expansion and capital spending. See our latest analysis for Empire. Empire's recent Q4 results and dividend increase have coincided with stronger trading interest, with a 1-day share price return of 3.89% and a 30-day share price return of 9.00%. Over a longer horizon, the 1-year total shareholder return declined 4.53%,...

WSP Global has recently appointed Ruth Bailey as deputy chief operating officer for its UK & Ireland business, drawing on her more than two decades of international engineering and operational leadership experience to enhance execution and business operations in those markets. Her focus on operational excellence across UK and Ireland could influence how effectively WSP converts its large infrastructure and advisory pipeline into high‑quality, timely project delivery. Next, we will examine...

National Bank of Canada stock reacts to fresh capital raising moves National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) has been active in capital markets, completing a CAD 600 million fixed to floating note issue and a €30 million eurobond, shortly after filing a CAD 20 billion debt shelf. See our latest analysis for National Bank of Canada. Against this backdrop of new debt issuance, National Bank of Canada’s share price has shown firm momentum, with a 25.86% 3 month share price return and a 68.35% 1 year...

Why the latest U.S. mandate matters for TransAlta stock TransAlta (TSX:TA) is back in focus after the United States Department of Energy ordered its Centralia Unit 2 in Washington State to remain available for operation for an additional three months, extending through mid September 2026. The mandate keeps a U.S. coal facility in TransAlta’s Energy Transition segment online for longer than previously planned. It also maintains potential revenue from Centralia Unit 2 while wider questions...