Why It’s Time to Play Defence Canadian markets have been climbing, but when markets rise sharply, savvy investors know it’s also time to think about protection. Rapid rallies can signal potential volatility ahead, prompting many to shift toward defensive assets such as gold, which recently surged past US$4,000 per ounce. Beyond commodities, there are several…
A Surprise Choice Sparks Political Reactions The Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded this year’s Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado of Venezuela, praising her as “a woman who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.” The decision immediately raised questions about how U.S. President Donald Trump, who has long coveted the prestigious…
Employment Growth Defies Forecasts Canada’s labour market delivered an unexpected boost in September, adding 60,400 jobs, according to Statistics Canada. The unemployment rate held steady at 7.1%, defying economists’ forecasts for a 2,500 job loss and a modest uptick in the jobless rate to 7.2%, based on Bank of Montreal consensus estimates. While the headline…
H1 2025 Results Smash Expectations Rezolve AI (NASDAQ: RZLV), a leader in proprietary AI-powered commerce solutions and a strategic partner of Microsoft, Google, and Tether, delivered outstanding financial performance in the first half of 2025. Revenue surged to $6.3 million, exceeding the $5.1 million analyst consensus and representing a 426% year-over-year increase. Gross profit margin…
Strengthening Position in a Tier 1 Gold District New Found Gold Corp. (TSXV: NFG; NYSE-A: NFGC), a Canadian-based gold exploration company, is making significant progress at its 100%-owned Queensway Gold Project in Newfoundland and Labrador — a Tier 1 mining jurisdiction with strong infrastructure and a skilled local workforce. Strategic Sale of Maritime Notes Bolsters…
Joby Aviation has been one of the most talked-about names in the emerging eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) sector, with ambitious plans to transform urban air mobility. However, from a risk-reward standpoint, the stock increasingly reflects heightened uncertainty and structural challenges that may make it unsuitable as a long-term holding for risk-averse investors. 1….
Wall Street has started viewing next-generation nuclear energy companies like Oklo as direct plays on the artificial intelligence boom. The logic is straightforward: massive AI data centers consume as much electricity as mid-sized cities, and that demand is fueling a projected 75% surge in U.S. electricity consumption by 2050. This skyrocketing need for power has…
Long-term investing is one of the most powerful strategies for building wealth. By staying invested, investors can benefit from compounding, ride out short-term volatility, reduce trading costs, and spend less time actively managing their portfolios. The key, however, is to focus on fundamentally strong companies with clear growth runways. Here are two Canadian stocks that…
Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday as Canada seeks relief from tariffs impacting its steel, aluminum, automobile, and copper industries. Carney will arrive in the U.S. capital on Monday for his second White House visit since becoming prime minister. He will be accompanied by Intergovernmental Affairs…
Canada’s economy is expected to avoid a recession this year, despite stalling in the first half of 2025. Economists anticipate modest growth as uncertainty surrounding Canada-U.S. trade lingers. In Deloitte Canada’s fall economic outlook, chief economist Dawn Desjardins projects real GDP growth of 1.3% in 2025 and 1.7% in 2026 — slightly higher than her…
Canadian equities have delivered an impressive performance this year despite ongoing global economic and political challenges. The TSX Composite Index recently climbed to a new record high of 30,180 points, underscoring the market’s strength. However, with valuations stretched and economic data showing signs of softening, there’s growing concern that the rally may be running ahead…
Canada’s services sector contracted at a faster pace in September, hitting a three-month low, as businesses reduced headcounts and outstanding work dropped to its weakest level in five years, according to S&P Global’s latest services PMI data released on Friday. The headline Business Activity Index slipped to 46.3 in September from 48.6 in August —…
Company Overview AbCellera is a clinical-stage biotechnology firm focused on discovering and developing antibody-based therapeutics using its proprietary technology platforms. The company collaborates with partners to identify therapeutic antibody candidates and advance internal programs toward clinical development. Volatile Financial Performance AbCellera’s revenue has fluctuated significantly on a quarterly and annual basis. Historical results have not…
Strong Momentum in FY2025 Paves the Way for FY2026 Execution Aeluma, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALMU), a next-generation semiconductor innovator, continued its strategic progression in fiscal year 2025, achieving key milestones across manufacturing, commercialization, and market visibility. The company’s differentiated semiconductor platform is well-positioned to serve high-demand verticals such as artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, defense and aerospace, mobile…
Nike (NYSE:NKE) is making headlines again, not just for its latest slogan, but for its recent stock surge as the company pivots back to its roots in sports performance. Despite industry headwinds, Nike remains a dominant force in athleticwear — but is it still a smart investment, or should Canadian investors look closer to home?…
