Author: SmartStocks.ca Staff
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Emera Extends Dividend Growth Streak as Utility Focuses on Long-Term Expansion
Key Numbers Emera Inc. (TSX: EMA)(NYSE:EMA) has announced a modest 1% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.7325 per share, marking the company’s 19th consecutive annual increase. While the uptick may appear conservative, the move underscores Emera’s long-standing commitment to shareholder returns, supported by a 7–8% forecasted rate base growth through 2029 and a targeted Read more
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Is Canada’s Government the Problem? Enbridge Asks Carney for Help Alleviating Obstacles for Oil and Gas Sector
Canada is well-positioned to be a global energy leader, but according to Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel, federal regulations are holding the country back. Despite having world-class reserves of oil, natural gas, uranium, and critical minerals, Canada’s ability to build the infrastructure needed to meet global demand remains constrained. “We have everything set up,” Ebel said Read more
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Canada-U.S. Trade Deal Progress? Carney to Make a 2nd Trip to Washington to Meet With Trump
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s upcoming visit to Washington, his second since taking office, may mark a critical moment in Canada’s trade talks with the United States. Carney recently dropped many of Canada’s counter-tariffs on U.S. goods covered under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), a move he confirmed was encouraged by President Donald Trump to help accelerate Read more
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Shopify Surges on ChatGPT Deal, But Looming U.S. Trade Rules Could Challenge Its Momentum
AI-powered shopping could drive new sales for Shopify, but the end of the U.S. de minimis loophole adds uncertainty at a time when expectations are already sky-high Key Takeaways: Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock has been rising recently after announcing a new integration with ChatGPT that allows American users to shop directly within the chatbot. The feature Read more
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TD Bank Reinstates Growth Targets Amid Strategic Shift and U.S. Fine Recovery
Key Numbers: Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) has reinstated its medium-term growth target, signaling a renewed focus on profitability and operational efficiency after weathering a US$3 billion penalty in the U.S. for anti-money laundering violations. CEO Raymond Chun, leading his first investor day since taking over in February, outlined a roadmap centered on high-fee verticals like wholesale Read more
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TFSA Investors: 3 Canadian Dividend ETFs That Pay Monthly and Yield Up to 5%
Do you want monthly dividend income, good diversification, and some high yields? The ETFs listed here are great options to put into your tax-free savings account (TFSA) because they are safe investments you can let sit and just watch the dividend income roll in. BMO Monthly Income ETF The first ETF is the BMO Monthly Read more
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Trump Administration to Consider Investing in Lithium Americas
Key Numbers: Lithium Americas (TSX:LAC)(NYSE:LAC) nearly doubled in value on Wednesday, surging 95% after news broke that the Trump administration is pursuing an equity stake in the company as part of ongoing negotiations over a $2.2 billion Department of Energy loan for its Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada. The proposed stake marks a strategic Read more
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Free TFSA Tracking Template
What is a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)? The Tax-Free Savings Account, or TFSA, is one of the most effective tools available to Canadian investors. It allows you to grow your investments — whether through interest, dividends, or capital gains — without paying tax on that income. While the concept is simple, navigating the rules around Read more
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RRSP vs TFSA: Where Should You Invest?
When it comes to saving and investing in Canada, two of the most popular registered accounts are the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both accounts offer unique tax advantages that can help you grow your money faster than in a regular, taxable account. But the question many Canadians ask Read more
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Robinhood Joins S&P 500 as MicroStrategy Gets Snubbed in Surprise Shuffle
Key Changes: After previously being passed over in multiple rebalancing windows, Robinhood is finally making its debut in the S&P 500. The stock soared 6% in after-hours trading following the announcement, highlighting investor enthusiasm over the long-anticipated inclusion. AppLovin and Emcor Group were also added, while MarketAxess, Caesars, and Enphase will be removed from the Read more