Category: Dividend Stocks
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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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Can Loblaw Stock Be a Safe Buy Despite the Looming Tariff Risk in the Markets?
Rising costs and trade uncertainties have put pressure on many Canadian companies, especially those with exposure to the U.S. economy. Tariffs and supply chain disruptions have made it difficult for businesses to maintain margins, leading to volatility in the stock market. However, Loblaw (TSX:L) stands out as a relatively safe option in this environment. As… Read more
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Best Canadian Stocks to Buy for 2025
The TSX has been on a strong run this year, reflecting the resilience of the Canadian economy and the solid performance of key sectors such as energy, financials, and technology. Amid rising global uncertainty and fears of a potential market correction, many investors are reevaluating their portfolios. Focusing on value-oriented stocks can help mitigate risk… Read more
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Enbridge Increases Dividend by 3%
Enbridge announced today that it’s increasing its dividend by 3%. With the increase, the company has now raised its payout for 30 straight years. What’s also promising is that the company announced strong guidance for 2025. Not only does the company say that it’s on track to hit the high end of its guidance for… Read more
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Canadian Tire Shows Resilience Amid Challenging Consumer Environment, Raises Dividend for 15th Straight Year
Canadian Tire Shows Resilience Amid Challenging Consumer Environment, Raises Dividend Quarterly Financial Performance Canadian Tire recorded Q3 revenue of $4.19 billion, down 1.4% year-over-year, reflecting conservative spending as consumers prioritize essentials over discretionary items. Net income for the quarter reached $200.6 million, or $3.59 per diluted share, a sharp rebound from a $66.4 million loss… Read more
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BCE Expands Into the U.S. but Pauses Dividend Growth
Strategic Expansion in the U.S. Market BCE has agreed to acquire Ziply Fiber, a leading fiber Internet provider in the U.S. Pacific Northwest, for approximately $5 billion in cash plus $2 billion in assumed debt, bringing the transaction value to $7 billion. This acquisition significantly bolsters BCE’s North American presence, positioning Bell Canada, its wholly… Read more
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BCE Stock Faces Headwinds Amid Lower Revenue and Competitive Pressures
Financial Overview In Q3 2024, BCE posted an operating revenue of $5.97 billion, down 1.8% from the prior year as product revenue dropped 14.3%. The company attributed this to reduced demand in consumer electronics and lower mobile device sales, both impacted by ongoing price competition in the telecom space. Net loss for the quarter amounted… Read more
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Restaurant Brands International Posts Modest 3.2% Growth in Q3
Quarterly Financial Overview Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) reported total Q3 revenue of $2.29 billion, up from $1.84 billion in Q3 2023, boosted by acquisitions in the U.S. and China, which formed a new “Restaurant Holdings” segment. Adjusted operating income rose 6.1% to $652 million, supporting a modest 4.6% increase in adjusted diluted EPS to $0.93,… Read more
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Fortis Reports Q3 Growth and Strengthens Long-Term Outlook
Third-Quarter Financial Highlights Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) reported third-quarter net earnings of $420 million, or $0.85 per share, up from $394 million or $0.81 per share in the same period last year. This improvement reflects regulated rate base growth across its portfolio and favorable earnings adjustments at Tucson Electric Power (TEP) due to new rates effective since… Read more