Aside from the generous dividend yield, Nutrien is also buying back 5% of its outstanding shares to enhance shareholder returns.

 To boost sagging earnings, a $200m cost-cutting program should help navigate commodity price cycles and weather challenges. Overall, the outlook for increased demand remains strong… Read More

Teck Resources recently sold its metallurgical coal mines in Western Canada. Metallurgical coal is a key ingredient in steelmaking.

The company is using the cash to pay down debt and reward investors. More importantly, the sale leaves management to focus on its copper and zinc operations… Read More

Toromont Industries operates in a cyclical industry. This makes the company vulnerable to economic downturns, but it’s a leader in its market and that helps offset the cyclical risk.

 Meanwhile, governments in Canada and elsewhere continue to invest in new public works projects such as roads,… Read More

We continue to believe there’s room for most investors to hold aggressive stocks, which typically are more leveraged (with more debt) and volatile than conservative stocks.

 Still, to cut your risk, you should limit aggressive stocks to no more than 20% of your total portfolio. We… Read More

Cybersecurity is the practice of defending computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks such as malware and phishing.

Notably, attacks are being launched with greater frequency and complexity, which will need to be matched by more sophisticated cyber defences.

As a result,… Read More

The high payout provides a solid income for investors, as the current yield is not only exceptional but also backed by an 18-year track record of consecutive increases.

Verizon’s stock is also relatively cheaply valued, yet it’s in a strong market position that generates stable… Read More

North West Company continues to pay investors regular dividends with above-average yields. Its leading position in a niche market continues to spur its earnings. That gives the firm more room to keep raising your payouts.

The company’s niche market involves operates in remote regions across Canada,… Read More

Dividend growth and active share buybacks underscore the management’s belief in the intrinsic value of the company, while cost-saving initiatives should further enhance profitability. In short, FedEx is a top pick for the long run.

 The stock trades at 13.0 times the company’s forward earnings forecast.

FEDEX… Read More

Adobe’s shares recently dropped despite posting a bigger-than-expected jump in profits and sales in the latest quarter. That’s because it sees some near-term weakness on the horizon.

 Meanwhile, the firm isn’t standing still and is investing heavily in R&D spending, which helps it maintain its… Read More

3M’s recent healthcare division spinoff allows it to concentrate on its core industrial and consumer products businesses. In fact, its history of innovation across product lines should position it to keep meeting evolving market needs.

The recent settlements of major lawsuits have also removed significant uncertainties… Read More