Jim Bates

Jim is an associate editor at TSI Network. He is the lead reporter and analyst for The Successful Investor and Wall Street Stock Forecaster and a member of the Investment Planning Committee. Jim has held the Chartered Financial Analyst designation since 1992 and spent more than a decade at the Financial Post DataGroup before joining TSI Network. He has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto.

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Sun Life Financial Inc. and Manulife Financial Corp. each offers a combination of solid earnings growth, ongoing share repurchases, and impressive dividend yields.
Top pick Nutrien Ltd. yields an attractive 3.7% and remains an appealing buy due to rising fertilizer prices, aggressive cost savings and a discounted valuation.
Teck Resources Ltd. offers compelling growth and stability as a cash-rich, copper-focused leader with strong operational momentum and a robust project pipeline.
Toromont Industries Ltd. offers consistent revenue growth, an exceptional dividend track record, diversified business segments, and a strong balance sheet.
Top industrial pick Linamar Corp. delivered strong earnings growth despite challenging markets and raised its dividend
Gen Digital Inc. is pursuing an AI-first approach to cybersecurity in an expanding market as it continues to grow both revenues and earnings.
FedEx Corp.’s upcoming Freight division spin-off will let both entities pursue focused growth strategies
Thomson Reuters Corp. is positioned for further recurring revenue growth thanks to its unique positioning within specialized information and software, and AI.
McCormick & Co. Inc. has a bright future but the shares look expensive right now
Explore the global energy demand outlook to 2030 and beyond, including trends in renewable energy, oil, and gas—and how investors can position their portfolios.