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Our Top Canadian Insurers for International Growth

Discover 5 top-rated dividend-paying Canadian insurers expanding successfully into global markets, as featured in TSI’s latest Globe and Mail column.

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Scott Clayton

Mining Stocks

Maximize your gains by picking the right precious metal stocks to buy now

Choosing the right precious metal stocks to buy can give a big boost to your portfolio when gold and silver prices move up.

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

Investing in Utilities Will Benefit Most Investor Portfolios, Even if Interest Rates Move Up

Investing in utilities is a key part of building a balanced portfolio—as well as adding steady, sustainable income

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

Thermo Fisher Delivers Consistent Growth and Cash Flow

Top pick Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. operates in structurally growing markets with high switching costs while consistently beating or meeting earnings expectations.

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Scott Clayton

How To Invest

Spotting the best long-term stocks to buy and hold is the key to strong portfolio gains. Here’s how to do it.

Adding long-term stocks to buy and hold as part of a well-diversified portfolio is the best way to beat the market over time. Learn how to do this successfully with these guidelines.

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

The Ins and Outs of Cyclical Stocks — and The Best Way to Invest in Them

Cyclical stocks can experience drastic swings—so use our Successful Investor approach to help pick them wisely

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Pat McKeough

Growth Stocks

Domino’s Pizza Proves Resilient as Royalty Revenues Surge

Domino’s Pizza’s innovation and delivery partnerships set it up for even more growth.

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Scott Clayton

Dividend Stocks

How to Tell If a Stock Pays a Solid Dividend and Will Keep Doing So

7 suggestions on how to tell if a stock pays a dividend — and will continue to do so. Buy shares of well-established, dividend-paying stocks.

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Pat McKeough

Growth Stocks

3 Investment Measures to Take a Close Look at When Deciding What Stocks to Buy

Investors aiming to decide on what stocks to buy need to take a broad approach to investing. They should also look at three key metrics: p/e ratios, price-to-book-value ratios, and dividend yields.

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

Adobe Posts Double‑Digit Revenue and Earnings Growth

Adobe Inc. continues to grow with a long runway in content creation, digital documents, and customer experience supported by AI-driven upsells and expansions.

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Jim Bates

Wealth Management

The Best Stocks for New or Established Investors Seeking Profits Will Share These Qualities

Finding top stocks for new investors is easier when you know what to look for. Discover the types of stocks to invest in and some investments to avoid.

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Scott Clayton

How To Invest

Penny Stock vs. Regular Stock: What’s the Difference?

There are big differences in penny stock vs. regular stock investing—mostly centered around risk. Many “regular stocks” are blue-chip stocks.

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

Urban Outfitters Powers Ahead on Double‑Digit Revenue Growth

Urban Outfitters Inc. offers both a growth and value proposition as it has multiple, diversified growth engines.

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Pat McKeough

How To Invest

9 Myths About REITs That Can Cost Investors Money

Think REITs are safe, bond-like income investments? Learn the 9 biggest myths about Real Estate Investment Trusts in Canada, and what to check before you invest.

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Pat McKeough

How To Invest

Should I Wait for the US Dollar to Drop Before Buying US Stocks?

Don’t base investment decisions on casual observations, bargain stock may have come too late. Keep reading to learn more.

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Pat McKeough

Penny Stocks

Looking for penny stocks to watch should not capture too much of your attention—or investment funds for that matter

Some investors ask us about how to find penny stocks to watch because they think this type of speculative stock can lead to quick gains. The reality is the longer you hold penny stocks in your portfolio, the greater the chances you have of losing money.

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Scott Clayton

Dividend Stocks

A Simple Guide to Dividend Reinvestment Plans for Canadian Investors

Learn how DRIPs work in Canada, the pros and cons, key risks, and a simple checklist to decide when to reinvest dividends vs take cash.

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Pat McKeough

Energy Stocks

Cenovus Energy’s Capital‑Efficient Growth Projects Drive Outlook for Rising Free Cash Flow

Top pick Cenovus Energy Inc. is reporting strong numbers backed by rising production

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Jim Bates

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Capture Strategy: Why It’s Risky Around the Ex Dividend Date

Thinking about dividend capture? Learn why ex dividend date trading often disappoints Canadians after spreads, taxes, FX and volatility, plus safer options.

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Pat McKeough

How To Invest

Here are our views on where to invest money in Canada for maximum portfolio gains

Learning where to invest money in Canada successfully will lead you to diversify between sectors while focusing on high-quality stocks

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Scott Clayton

Dividend Stocks

Brookfield Renewable Partners Offers a 4.9% Yield With Plenty of Sector Momentum

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P.’s globally diversified asset base backs a high 4.9% yield with plenty of sector momentum and growth opportunities ahead.

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Scott Clayton

Blue Chip Stocks

Learn blue chip stocks’ meaning to your portfolio to boost your overall income and returns

Understanding blue chip stocks’ meaning and benefits will help you make better stock selections from the best shares on the market

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Scott Clayton

How To Invest

How To Invest In Dividend Stocks In Canada For Maximum Gains

Understanding the ins and outs of how to invest in dividend stocks in Canada will set you up for powerful returns

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Scott Clayton

How To Invest

What Makes a Stock Safe Long Term?

Learn the metrics that define “safe” stocks, including cash flow, payout ratios, debt, and moats, plus TFSA/RRSP tips for Canadian dividend investors.

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Pat McKeough

Growth Stocks

Restaurant Brands International Delivers 19.4% Earnings Growth

Restaurant Brands International’s winning business model supports a long runway forgrowth in sales and profits.

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Jim Bates