Author: SmartStocks.ca Staff
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Dollarama Stock Hits All-Time Highs—Is It Still a Buy?
A High-Flying Stock With Strong Growth Dollarama has been one of the best-performing stocks on the TSX, delivering nearly 300% returns over the past five years. Even with concerns about consumer spending, the discount retailer continues to thrive. In its last reported quarter (which ended on Oct. 27, 2024), comparable sales grew 3.3%, showing resilience Read more
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TC Energy Extends Dividend Streak to 25 Years Amid Strong Earnings Growth
A Strong Commitment to Dividends Dividend stability is a key factor for income investors, and TC Energy has once again delivered. On Feb. 14, the energy giant announced a 3.3% dividend hike, extending its streak of annual increases to a quarter-century. The new annual payout of $3.40 per share translates to a yield of 5.4%, Read more
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What is an Ex-Dividend Date?
The ex-dividend date is the cutoff day to qualify for a pending stock dividend. In other words, it’s the date on which a stock starts trading without the value of its next dividend payment – the term “ex-dividend” literally means “without dividend.” If you purchase a stock on or after its ex-dividend date, you will Read more
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Couche-Tard’s Pursuit of 7-Eleven Is Still On!
A Rare Opportunity for Global Scale Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) has spent years establishing itself as a leader in the convenience store sector, with $73 billion in its most recent fiscal year. The company has close to 17,000 stores globally, with a presence in 31 countries and territories. Despite its dominant presence across North America and Read more
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Intact Financial Increases Its Dividend After Reporting Strong Q4 Numbers
Strong Growth Across Key Metrics Intact Financial (TSX: IFC) closed 2024 on a high note, posting a 5% increase in operating direct premiums written (DPW) for the quarter to $5.76 billion. Personal lines led the way, benefiting from rate increases and unit growth. The insurance company’s combined ratio improved to 86.5% from 90.1% in Q4 Read more
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Canadian Tire Posts Strong Q4 Earnings: Is the Stock a Buy?
Retail giant Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) reported its fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday. Here are the key numbers for investors: Comparable Sales Growth Analyzing the numbers The quarterly numbers from Canadian Tire were encouraging in Q4, as the company generated comparable sales growth across its major brands. And this isn’t a particularly easy time to do that, Read more
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BCE’s Earnings Rise 16% in Q4: Is the Dividend Safe?
BCE (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) pays investors an exceptionally high dividend, which today yields more than 12%. But the big question is whether it’s safe, especially as the company announced a big acquisition to expand into the U.S. last year. It reported earnings earlier this month, and let’s take a closer look at whether they suggest the payout Read more
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Shopify’s Revenue Rises 31% in Q4 but It Expects a Slowdown in Q1
Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a leading e-commerce company with a massive global presence around the world. It’s been doing well in recent months and on Tuesday, the Canadian-based company released its latest earnings numbers. It closed 2024 strongly, reporting 31% revenue growth for the final quarter of the year, exceeding Wall Street expectations. The company generated Read more
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3 TSX Stocks That Have Soared Since Trump’s Win
BlackBerry: A Massive Rally, but Is It Sustainable? Once known for its iconic smartphones, BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) has transformed into a software company specializing in cybersecurity, enterprise software, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The company’s QNX operating system is widely used in automotive technology, while its cybersecurity division provides security solutions for businesses and governments. Read more
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This Dirt-Cheap Dividend Stock Just Raised Its Payout by 18%
At a time when markets are trading at premium valuations, finding an undervalued stock with strong fundamentals can be a rare opportunity. Cheap stocks with solid cash flow and growing dividends offer a compelling mix of value and income, making them especially attractive for long-term investors. Dividend growth is a powerful signal of financial health, Read more