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Growth Stocks

Restaurant Brands International Demonstrates Commitment to Global Growth

Restaurant Brands Int’l Inc. offers a solid 3.7% yield while its growth prospects remain sound, especially internationally.

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Jim Bates

Dividend Stocks

3M Company Focuses on Core Industrial Operations as Profitability Grows 9.9%

Top pick 3M Company has resumed growing its dividend while reporting strong operational results as it concentrates on its key strengths following a renewed industrial focus.

3 min read

Jim Bates

Growth Stocks

Understanding the Canadian Bear Market: Why Holding Steady Matters

Navigating volatility during a Canadian bear market can define your long‑term success. Keep reading for more.

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Jim Bates

Growth Stocks

Empire Company Expands Cost Cutting and Sales

Empire Company Ltd. keeps delivering rising sales as it continues building out its digital sales initiatives—but it faces intense competition in the grocery space.

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Pat McKeough

Growth Stocks

Cintas Corp Posts Impressive 17.7% Quarterly Earnings Growth

Top defensive pick Cintas Corp. has gained 21.5% this year while the S&P 500 is up just 2.0% thanks to strong, consistent revenue and earnings growth.

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Jim Bates

Penny Stocks

Why Chasing Low-Priced Stocks Rarely Pays Off

Is it wise to invest in at least a few low-priced stocks? That way, if they go up, you can make a good return quickly?

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Pat McKeough

How To Invest

How to Diversify Within the Five Economic Sectors

Within the five economic sectors, should you also spread out funds over some percentage of value, growth, and small stocks?

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Pat McKeough

Dividend Stocks

Andrew Peller Offers a 5.0% Yield at a Bargain Valuation

Andrew Peller Ltd. is on the upswing and offers a high 5.0% yield and a very low P/E

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Jim Bates

Dividend Stocks

Allied Properties REIT Pays a High 10.6% Yield

Allied Properties REIT is paying a very high 10.6% yield while trading cheaply, giving you plenty of income while waiting for the unit price to continue rebounding.

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Scott Clayton

ETFs

iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF is The Best Broad Canadian Equity ETF You Can Buy

iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF Canada Index Fund is your best choice for holding a basket of major Canadian stocks.

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

Linde PLC’s prospects are solid given its resilient markets

Linde plc grew earnings while continuing a 32-year dividend-increase streak as the firm sells into resilient markets.

2 min read

Jim Bates

Energy Stocks

7 Nuclear Dividend Stocks for the Emerging Nuclear Renaissance

Going nuclear: Discover TSI’s 7 rigorously selected dividend leaders powering the future of AI and clean energy through innovation, sustainable returns and growth.

4 min read

Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

FirstService delivers 38.3% earnings growth

This year, we picked this firm as your #1 Aggressive Buy. We feel the company has several advantages that will continue to fuel your gains for many years to come, well beyond 2025.

Those strengths include the company’s ability to acquire smaller firms and improve their profitability....

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Jim Bates

Daily Advice

Jimmy Carter’s Legacy and Investment Opportunities in the Trump Era

Discover how Jimmy Carter’s deregulation legacy connects to modern investment opportunities under Trump’s economic policies. Expert analysis on Canadian investment strategy, government deregulation investing, and portfolio allocation for 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

Industrial and automotive markets now represent 70% of total sales for Texas Instruments

This firm’s strategic focus on industrial and automotive markets positions it exceptionally well for sustained growth. These two segments collectively accounted for 70% of first-quarter revenues, providing stability and expansion opportunities as industrial automation accelerates and vehicle electrification continues.

The company’s financial strength is particularly impressive, with $5 billion in cash and short-term investments supporting both aggressive growth initiatives and shareholder returns....

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Jim Bates

Dividend Stocks

IGM Financial: Rising Assets Under Management Supports Its High Dividend Yield

IGM Financial Inc. offers a high 5.1% payout along with rising assets under management.

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Jim Bates

Growth Stocks

Magna International’s Outlook Is Sound in Its Competitive Markets

Magna International offers a high but sustainable 5.0% yield as it offers a wider range of capabilities than its peers.

2 min read

Pat McKeough

Dividend Stocks

H&R REIT Pays a 5.6% Yield Backed by Residential and Industrial Properties

H&R REIT offers a high 5.6% yield as it transitions to a simplified growth-oriented portfolio centered on residential and industrial properties.

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Jim Bates

How To Invest

How Do You Cut Your Tax on Capital Gains?

Since tax on capital gains is at a lower rate than tax on interest, structure your investments to take advantage of the capital gains tax.

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Pat McKeough

Growth Stocks

CGI Inc: Strong Results Fuel Continued Global Growth in the Tech Services Sector

CGI Inc. continues to perform well across all metrics with rising revenues and earnings plus its robust backlog gives plenty of visibility into future growth.

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Jim Bates

Growth Stocks

Becton Dickinson Maintains Growth Streak Despite Macro Pressures

Becton Dickinson & Co.’s presence in virtually every country delivers global reach and resources to capitalize on multiple healthcare trends across diverse markets.

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Jim Bates