Trading

Trading strategies, tips, and market analysis

2 Spin-off Stocks Poised to Outperform in the New Year and Beyond

2 Spin-off Stocks Poised to Outperform in the New Year and Beyond

Two spin-off stocks could outperform in 2026 and beyond because of their focused operations and distinct growth paths. T...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 4 min read
This Dividend Stock is Set to Beat the TSX Again and Again

This Dividend Stock is Set to Beat the TSX Again and Again

Dividend investors may be overlooking TD’s boring strength, and that slump could be today’s best entry point. The post T...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
Is Dollarama or Waste Connections a Better Defensive Stock in 2026?

Is Dollarama or Waste Connections a Better Defensive Stock in 2026?

Let’s compare these two stocks to find out which one offers the stronger defensive investment opportunity this year. The...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
1 Dividend Stock I’ll Be Checking in On Closely in 2026

1 Dividend Stock I’ll Be Checking in On Closely in 2026

TD Bank (TSX:TD) stock had a year for the record books, but shares are not yet overpriced. The post 1 Dividend Stock I&#...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
1 Excellent TSX Dividend Stock, Down 33%, to Buy and Hold for the Long Term

1 Excellent TSX Dividend Stock, Down 33%, to Buy and Hold for the Long Term

West Fraser’s 30% drop looks ugly, but its steady dividend and tough-cycle moves could set up long-term gains. The post...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
3 Top Canadian REITs for Monthly Income in 2026

3 Top Canadian REITs for Monthly Income in 2026

For those looking for top-notch quality in the real estate investment trust space, here are three REITs I think are no-b...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 4 min read
The Smartest Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

The Smartest Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

Saputo’s “boring” dairy business has quietly staged a big comeback, and it could be a smart $1,000 TFSA starter stock. T...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
This Dividend’s Growth Potential Is Seriously Underrated

This Dividend’s Growth Potential Is Seriously Underrated

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) stock might be a dividend steal to start off 2026. The post This Dividend’s Growth Potential Is...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
It’s Time to Buy Fairfax Financial While It’s Still on Sale

It’s Time to Buy Fairfax Financial While It’s Still on Sale

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) stock looks like a standout value stock for 2026. The post It’s Time to Buy F...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
This TSX Pair Will Power Canada’s Nation-Building Push in 2026

This TSX Pair Will Power Canada’s Nation-Building Push in 2026

Canada’s infrastructure plan in 2026 is a strong tailwind for a pair of TSX industrial giants. The post This TSX Pair W...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 4 min read
3 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

3 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

A falling price doesn’t automatically mean “buy more,” but these three dividend payers may be worth a closer look. The p...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read
3 Must-Own TSX Stocks Critical to Carney’s Major Project Agenda

3 Must-Own TSX Stocks Critical to Carney’s Major Project Agenda

Three TSX stocks are must-own investments because of their strategic roles in the nation-building agenda in 2026. The po...

By Alex Smith 1 month ago 5 min read