Nothing will substitute for growth and profitability — and how the market values them — if these measures disappoint
Although small-caps have led the way globally, large-cap stocks have been the best performers in Canada
Concern about a market downturn coupled with the slaughter of income trusts is turning investor attention more and more toward dividend-paying stocks.And this can only help portfolio performance in the long term. But if that means you expect a quick fix for portfolios by switching to dividend-paying stocks, you will be disappointed. It takes time […]
Dividends’ long-term effect on stock prices, and the new tax on income trusts, makes dividend-paying stocks attractive
A close look at the fundamentals shows the shares of these companies are probably going to head higher
Hedge funds employ huge arrays of computers using elaborate and arcane mathematics to measure stocks and markets. But does this give them an unfair advantage over an average investor or financial advisor? Not at all.For the individual, simple arithmetic works better. And if you are seeking long-term value and growth, you need only basic measurements. […]
And the energy sector has become the second-largest source of Canadian dividend payouts, by a significant margin
Three key trends show stock market still rising, corporate earnings at new high, interest rates down from 1981
But weighting stocks on the basis of their total dividend payments is the most basic approach
But energy, banks, insurance, real estate and transportation continue to rise