Emera’s rising dividend is a big plus

Emera’s shares recently hit a new all-time high. That in part reflects the ongoing success of its Florida power utility, acquired in 2016.
Historically low interest rates in the past few years have also spurred investor demand for high-yielding utility stocks like Emera. Even though interest… Read More

These four utilities still top bonds

Although it looks like interest rates will start moving up again in 2022, we continue to prefer high-quality utility stocks over holding bonds.
The four utility stocks below are top alternatives to bonds given their long track records of increasing their dividends even as rising interest… Read More

Utilities are a key part of a sound portfolio

Utility stocks are shares in companies that provide services like electric power, telecommunications, and pipeline transportation. While most utility stocks are steady income producers, some utilities also offer opportunities for growth. This happens mostly when utilities expand into new markets or geographic regions.
Utility stocks, or… Read More

Beware rules of thumb

Here’s an Excerpt from a recent issue of Advice for Inner Circle Pro Members:
“Early in my investment career, I developed a keen interest in what we called “investor rules of thumb.” Here are some random examples:
“Stocks trading at a P/E ratio of 10 times per-share… Read More

Lower costs should protect your dividends

As demand for their traditional products slows due to changing consumer tastes, Saputo and Molson are cutting their costs. Those savings will help them develop new products, and let them keep raising your dividends.
SAPUTO INC. $33 is still a hold. The company (Toronto symbol SAP; High-Growth Payer… Read More