Stock market ups and downs are inevitable. Markets move in cycles — bull runs are followed by corrections, and volatility is a natural part of investing. The key to protecting your wealth isn’t avoiding risk altogether, but diversifying across strong, income-generating stocks. Blue-chip and dividend-paying companies can help cushion your portfolio during downturns while providing…

For Canadian investors planning for retirement, owning dependable dividend stocks is one of the best ways to grow wealth steadily over time. With the TSX trading near record highs and economic uncertainty still lingering, it’s smart to focus on companies that have proven they can maintain — and even raise — dividends through both strong…

For long-term investors in Canada’s energy sector, the central debate revolves around the trajectory of global oil demand. The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts oil demand will peak this decade, while OPEC foresees steady growth for years to come. Regardless of which forecast proves accurate, investors can still prosper by owning financially disciplined, shareholder-focused producers….

High-yield real estate investment trusts (REITs) often look tempting, but they demand a closer look. A lofty dividend yield can sometimes be a warning sign, masking underlying issues like falling cash flows, rising debt, or structural business weaknesses. That’s why when a REIT like Allied Properties Real Estate Investment Trust offers a 9.6% annualized dividend yield,…

If you had to choose just one stock to hold for the rest of your life, which would it be? It’s not an easy question. Modern portfolio theory emphasizes diversification as a way to reduce risk and smooth out returns. Still, narrowing your focus to a single “forever” stock can be a valuable exercise—it forces…

Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem says the central bank will take a “humble” stance as it resumes formal economic forecasting later this month, citing persistent global trade uncertainty. The Bank plans to release a new economic outlook alongside its upcoming interest rate decision on October 29—its first forecast since the start of the year,…

When you’re evaluating a Canadian stock that has fallen sharply but could generate decades of income, the key isn’t whether it rebounds next quarter — it’s whether the business can steadily earn its way back while rewarding you along the way. The best income opportunities often feel uncomfortable in the short term. The challenge is…

Bitcoin is having another banner year. The cryptocurrency surged past USD 126,000 on October 6, its highest level ever, before settling near USD 118,000. Even with volatility, it’s up 25% year to date, driving the total crypto market above USD 4 trillion. One of the simplest ways for Canadians to gain exposure is through spot…