Big utilities keep adding green projects

Given government mandates to cut greenhouse gas emissions, these three utility companies continue to invest in renewable power. That should lift their appeal for big institutional investors, which increasingly focus on ESG (environmental, social, and governance) scores.
While most renewable energy projects rely on government subsidies,… Read More

Profit from U.S. infrastructure spending

Governments around the world know the benefits that flow from developing better infrastructure. However, their stretched budgets and their reluctance to increase taxes constrain their ability to take on those projects. This provides opportunities for public companies to develop and manage these assets.
Meanwhile, companies with exposure… Read More

Tolling deal cuts Enbridge’s risk

ENBRIDGE INC. $49 is a buy. The company (Toronto symbol ENB; Conservative Growth and Income Portfolios, Utilities sector; Shares outstanding: 2.0 billion; Market cap: $98.0 billion; Price-to-sales ratio: 1.9; Dividend yield: 7.2%; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; www.enbridge.com) operates pipelines that pump oil and natural gas from Western Canada… Read More

Here are 5 top ETFs for your new buying

The major Canadian and U.S. stock markets, while still subject to volatility, continue to offer attractive returns for investors—especially if you buy the top stocks. All in all, we think that if you can afford to stay in the market for several years or longer,… Read More

Look to these utilities for dependable income

Rising interest rates increase the appeal of bonds, which is generally bad news for utilities which must compete with bonds for the attention of income-seeking investors. At the same time, higher interest rates increase borrowing costs for utilities. That further erodes investors’ interest.
However, these three… Read More

Our updates for safety-conscious investors

LOBLAW COMPANIES, $118.69, is a buy. The retailer (Toronto symbol L; Shares outstanding: 321.0 million; Market cap: $38.4 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; Dividend yield: 1.5%; www.loblaw.ca), operates 1,099 supermarkets under several banners, including Loblaws, Zehrs, Provigo, Real Canadian Superstore and No Frills. Its Shoppers Drug Mart chain has… Read More