Before I get too far into this, I have to first state that overall, Dollarama (TSX:DOL) is an incredible long-term hold. This retail stock has proven time and time again that customers come back for more. And it’s a financially strong company with a proven track record of using its cash wisely, investing in Latin…
After rallying by nearly 25% over the last year, the TSX Composite benchmark is continuing to touch new record highs in September 2025. While the macroeconomic environment and global economic signals are still unfolding in unpredictable ways, investors seem increasingly willing to take risks again. The rally feels broad-based, but that doesn’t mean everything’s already…
Central banks in the U.S. and Canada have been busy in recent months, enacting cuts in key interest rates as inflation levels cool to target levels. The Bank of Canada has been more dovish about the cuts compared to the U.S. Federal Reserve amid trade tensions. However, it is clear that the Bank of Canada…
If you’ve got $5,000 ready to put to work in the market and the patience to let it grow, a few Canadian names look like they could reward you for years to come. They aren’t quick flips or speculative flyers. These are well-established Canadian stocks with strong growth potential, solid business models, and room to…
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…
Image source: Getty Images Canadian convenience store icon Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) seems to be getting closer to what could be its most transformative acquisition to date. Of course, the company’s pursuit of 7-Eleven parent company, 7 & i Holdings, has been met with various roadblocks, setbacks, and, of course, concerns from some shareholders. Still, there’s…
Investing a sum of $5,000 in the stock market can be a smart step towards building long-term wealth. This is especially true when the investment focus is directed towards companies that demonstrate robust revenue generation. Couple that with strong, established positions within respective markets and investors could be living the dream. Three notable Canadian stocks…
If you’ve just saved up $7,000 to invest, congratulations! It’s a great starting point for building a diversified, long-term investment portfolio. With commission-free platforms like Wealthsimple, you can maximize every dollar by investing in five top-tier blue-chip stocks. By spreading your money evenly across these stocks, you’d allocate roughly $1,400 to each, depending on the…
Today’s stock market has taken a bit of a tumble. A tumble can feel unsettling. However, for some investors, this dip might actually present a golden opportunity. These investors are often called “dip buyers.” They look at a temporary drop in stock prices as a chance to buy quality companies at a discount. While there’s…
Companies that provide consumer products and services, particularly food, beverage, and other consumables, are suitable for long-term investors. Five TSX consumer staple stocks are defensive holdings because of demand stability regardless of the economic environment. Top performer Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) outperforms thus far in 2025. At $24.92 per share, current investors enjoy a +23.7%…