Canada

Major Oil Companies Hit Jackpot in Canada

A new report says Western Canada's shale formations contain massive deposits of oil and gas, as oil companies scramble to secure development rights. More 

Is Canada’s Energy Hotbed Cooling Off?

Ottawa's surprise rejection of the Petronas-Progress deal is raising concern that other deals may not go through, either. Is that unwarranted? More 

Buyout Bait in Canada’s Energy Supermarket

As the world's energy majors flock to Canada for resource deals, what firms might be next to get an offer? Here are two good possibilities. More 

For American Retailers, Canada Is a Conflict

Retailers looking to set up shop in Canada are at risk of shoppers heading into the U.S. to buy the same goods for less. More 

40 Blue Chips Increasing Dividends in Q3 2012

Hunting stability and yield? Check out these dividend-hiking heroes that rewarded shareholders during Q3. More 

Activist Investors: Do They Really Help?

Studies seem to indicate that activists like Bill Ackman are good for stocks. Is it true? More 

An Oil Patch Play — Via Canadian Banks

They're becoming the go-to firms for all those energy deals, providing not just advice on deals themselves but offering all manner of financial assistance. More