Empire Company Expands Cost Cutting and Sales

Empire Company Expands Cost Cutting and Sales

A Member of Pat McKeough’s Inner Circle recently asked for his advice on a Canadian conglomerate that’s primarily engaged in food retailing.

Pat likes the steady sales growth and strategic investments in store renovations and digital capabilities. The valuation is also reasonable. However, inflationary pressures on… Read More

Cintas Corp Posts Impressive 17.7% Quarterly Earnings Growth

Cintas Corp Posts Impressive 17.7% Quarterly Earnings Growth

Cintas’ dominant market position in essential business services, combined with its track record of consistent growth and profit margin expansion, makes it an attractive defensive growth investment suitable for most any market conditions. Management’s ability to execute strategic initiatives while maintaining operational discipline has delivered… Read More

Andrew Peller Offers a 5.0% Yield at a Bargain Valuation

Andrew Peller Offers a 5.0% Yield at a Bargain Valuation

Andrew Peller’s bright future reflects its strong operational execution cost cutting as well as its strategic positioning in Canada’s evolving beverage alcohol market.

The firm’s diversified operations across wine production, craft beverages, and multiple distribution channels provide defensive characteristics while enabling participation in growth segments of… Read More

Allied Properties REIT Pays a High 10.6% Yield

Allied Properties REIT Pays a High 10.6% Yield

Allied Properties REIT’s strategic focus on premium urban workspace across Canada’s major metropolitan markets positions it as a compelling investment opportunity for those seeking exposure to the recovering commercial real estate sector.

A focus on knowledge-based organizations and sustainable, wellness-focused workspace aligns perfectly with evolving tenant… Read More

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When to buy an ETF for maximum return

When to buy an ETF for maximum return

To determine when to buy ETFs, some investors use technical analysis and other tools. But you need to dig deeper.
Investors often wonder: what is a good entry point when purchasing a stock or an ETF?

The first question before asking when to buy an ETF, when… Read More

Why Chasing Low-Priced Stocks Rarely Pays Off

Why Chasing Low-Priced Stocks Rarely Pays Off

Is it wise to invest in at least a few low-priced stocks? That way, if they go up, you can make a good return quickly?
Many investors start out thinking that they can double or triple their money in low-priced stocks, then shift their newfound wealth… Read More

How to Diversify Within the Five Economic Sectors

Within the five economic sectors, should you also spread out funds over some percentage of value, growth, and small-company stocks?
We talk frequently about the five economic sectors of investing (Manufacturing & Industry; Resources & Commodities; Consumer; Finance; and Utilities). But, we often get asked to… Read More

Investing in Rare Earth Metals for Maximum Gains

Investing in Rare Earth Metals for Maximum Gains

When investing in rare earth metals, you need to look beyond just geological considerations to the unique geographical and political environment that the mining company works in.
What are rare earth metals and why are they important?
Rare earth metals are a group of 17 elements from… Read More

iShares Canadian Financial Monthly Income ETF is too risky

iShares Canadian Financial Monthly Income ETF is too risky

A Member of Pat McKeough’s Inner Circle asked for his advice on an ETF that focuses on Canadian finance firm common shares, preferred shares and corporate bonds.

Pat likes the high distribution rate but warns that rate may be unsustainable. He also feels the MER is… Read More

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