The best investors’ intelligence may seem to be gained from their ability to make sense of unpredictable events—but we think there are better things to look for

The best investors’ intelligence may seem to be gained from their ability to make sense of unpredictable events—but we think there are better things to look for

Worrying too much about the wrong things, like unpredictable stock market events, takes a toll on results and diminishes an investor’s intelligence
Many investors spend a lot of time worrying about the wrong things. In particular, they worry about things that are unpredictable. Even if they… Read More

BCE INC. $51.08 – Toronto symbol BCE

BCE INC. $51.08 (Toronto symbol BCE; Shares outstanding: 778.1 million; Market cap: $41.8 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; Dividend yield: 4.8%; www.bce.ca) is Canada’s largest provider of telephone, Internet and wireless services. It also offers satellite and Internet TV across the country.

In the three months… Read More

Timely acquisitions spur BCE

Growth by acquisition can be risky, but BCE’s size lets it take advantage of attractive opportunities with a strong chance of success. Some, like its $3.2-billion purchase of Astral Media, further diversify its operations. Others, such as Bell Aliant, offer a low-risk way to expand… Read More