Image source: Getty Images The Canadian equity markets have rebounded strongly over the past few months, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index rising 21.8% from its low point in April. The easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and an improving macroeconomic environment have made investors optimistic, driving the equity markets higher. Amid renewed investors’…
Are you looking for deep-value stocks to buy for high yield? If so, real estate investment trusts (REITs) are worth looking into. REITs are pooled investment vehicles that trade on the stock market. Though their status as “stocks” is somewhat debatable — legally speaking, they’re more like mutual funds — REITs are liquid just like…
The Canadian REIT (real estate investment trust) scene looks like a great place to check out if you’re looking for steady passive income and a relative degree of stability. Indeed, the yields on various Canadian REITs are quite commanding, with many boasting well-covered payouts well north of 5% or even 6%. So much for the…
Adding dividend stocks to a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can enhance your investment returns by maximizing tax efficiency, generating income, and supporting long-term wealth accumulation. Moreover, all capital gains, dividends, and interest earned within the account are tax-free. This makes TFSAs ideal for long-term investments, where you can reinvest dividends and compound your returns over…
When it comes to investing in artificial intelligence (AI) for the long term, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. Flashy start-ups and soaring valuations can make it tempting to bet big on the next breakthrough. But in a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), where compounding over decades matters more than chasing momentum, I’d…
Some stocks are worth waiting for. When the market hands you a quality business at a discount, it might be time to act. Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is one of those names. It’s down roughly 40% from its all-time high near $85. And for long-term investors, this might be the buying opportunity that pays off…
For investors who are thinking about which stocks to buy in this current market environment, know you’re not alone. The TSX in Canada (and many stock indices around the world) are now trading at or near all-time highs. Accordingly, finding the proverbial “needle in the haystack” is much more difficult today than it might have…
It’s hard to remember the last time shares of Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) were this untimely and oversold. The stock isn’t just being clawed down by the bear (a bear market is a 20% drop from peak to trough), but the rest of the market has been soaring in recent months. It’s like a slap in…
Retirement is a time to enjoy the fruits of decades of hard work — but it doesn’t mean you’re off the radar of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). In fact, retirees are often audited for specific patterns and omissions that raise red flags. With multiple income sources like pensions, Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs), Canada…
When it comes to locking in passive income, few things are more attractive than a high-yield monthly payer. With interest rates still elevated and volatility making it hard to trust short-term market moves, many Canadians are turning to reliable real estate investment trusts (REIT) to generate cash flow. One that stands out today is True…