Company News for Apr 24, 2024

The Canadian Press
Berkshire's profit plunges 64% on portfolio holdings as Buffett sells Apple
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Berkshire Hathaway's first quarter profits plummeted along with the paper value of its investments, but the company said Saturday that most of the businesses it owns outright performed well. The company reported reported a $12.7 billion profit, or $8.825 per Class A share, in the quarter. That’s roughly one-third of last year's $35.5 billion, or $24,377 per A share. The figures were heavily influenced by a large drop in the paper value of Berkshire’s investments. Buffett encou
Simply Wall St.
Canadian Natural Resources (TSE:CNQ) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$1.05
The board of Canadian Natural Resources Limited ( TSE:CNQ ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 5th of...
The Motley Fool
5 TSX Stocks With High Dividend Growth to Buy Now
These TSX stocks sport a high dividend growth rate and are known for consistently rewarding their shareholders with increased cash. The post 5 TSX Stocks With High Dividend Growth to Buy Now appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.
The Motley Fool
Soaring Dividends: 2 TSX Stocks Delivering Value at All-Time Highs
Buying these value TSX dividend stocks today can help you lock in high dividend yields and strong returns over the long term. The post Soaring Dividends: 2 TSX Stocks Delivering Value at All-Time Highs appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.
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I Manage Money For Millionaires: 3 Things Wealthy Americans Never Spend Their Money On — and Two Things They Shouldn’t
James Baldwin famously said, "Anyone who has ever struggled with poverty knows how extremely expensive it is to be poor." In January 2014, long after the Great Recession but before the pandemic,...
Fortune
$3 trillion could be injected into the U.S. economy without any federal spending by tweaking this corner of the mortgage market, ‘Oracle of Wall Street’ says
"Rarely have I seen such a true win-win scenario for the government, Wall Street and the U.S. consumer."
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Mark Cuban’s 5 Best Passive Income Ideas
Mark Cuban is well-known for his outspoken views and advice on topics that range from politics to investing. The self-made billionaire doesn't hold back when it comes to sharing his two cents on how...
Moneywise
For 'the price of a new truck' you can buy a dream retirement home abroad — but consider these 3 things first
Some might be "fixer-uppers" but they're still cheaper than U.S. locations.
The Motley Fool
2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy in May
These two dividend stocks saw major growth after earnings that promised more was coming in the future. And now could be the time to buy. The post 2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy in May appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.
Simply Wall St.
Here's Why We Think Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Reuters
Berkshire pares huge Apple stake as cash, operating profit set records
Berkshire Hathaway significantly reduced its enormous stake in Apple in the first quarter, as Warren Buffett's conglomerate let its cash hoard swell to a record $189 billion. Buffett's company also posted a record operating profit exceeding $11 billion, as its insurance operations benefited from improved underwriting and higher income from investments as interest rates rose. The value of Berkshire's stake in Apple fell 22% to $135.4 billion as of March 31 from $174.3 billion at the end of 2023, even though the iPhone maker's share price fell just 11% in the quarter.
CBC
Provincial governments facing higher debts and more financial pressure
After riding a red-hot economy to shrink deficits and grow surpluses, provincial governments across the country are beginning to see their finances flounder. Each province has released their budget for the upcoming year and collectively are facing higher spending and record-size debt. Alberta and New Brunswick are the only provinces to publish balanced budget projections compared to eight of the 10 provinces reporting a surplus two years ago, when a strong national economy and high commodity pri
Simply Wall St.
AutoCanada Inc. Reported A Surprise Loss, And Analysts Have Updated Their Forecasts
It's been a mediocre week for AutoCanada Inc. ( TSE:ACQ ) shareholders, with the stock dropping 15% to CA$20.33 in the...
The Canadian Press
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Suncor earnings Suncor Energy Inc. will report its first-quarter results on Tuesday evening and hold a conference call with investors and financial analysts on Wednesday morning. The company will also hold its annual meeting on Tuesday. Shopify earnings Shopify Inc. will report its first-quarter results before markets open Wednesday and hold a conference call with analysts and investors. Shopify chief executive
Simply Wall St.
The CGI Inc. (TSE:GIB.A) Second-Quarter Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts
CGI Inc. ( TSE:GIB.A ) last week reported its latest second-quarter results, which makes it a good time for investors...
The Motley Fool
The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now
Got $500 to invest in Canadian dividend stocks? Here are three quality stocks for growing streams of safe dividend income. The post The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.
Associated Press
Berkshire's profit plunges 64% on portfolio holdings as Buffett it sells Apple
Berkshire Hathaway's first quarter profits plummeted along with the paper value of its investments, but the company said Saturday that most of the businesses it owns outright performed well. The figures were heavily influenced by a large drop in the paper value of Berkshire’s investments. Buffett encourages investors to pay more attention to the conglomerate’s operating earnings that exclude the investment figures.
The Motley Fool
Passive Income: How to Make $33 Per Month Tax-Free by Doing Nothing
Hold monthly paying dividend stocks such as Exchange Income in your TFSA to begin a tax-free stream of passive income in 2024. The post Passive Income: How to Make $33 Per Month Tax-Free by Doing Nothing appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.
Business Insider
There are 4 big factors to watch that could bring turmoil to financial markets, research firm says
There is plenty of scope for material worsening of financial conditions if the macro and geopolitical outlooks deteriorate, Capital Economics said.
GOBankingRates
Robert Kiyosaki: ‘Buy Gold, Silver, Bitcoin While You Still Can’
Historically, investing in the stock market has yielded reliable returns. Particularly, investing in the S&P 500 has proven to be a reliable and rather safe investment that can yield significant...

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Company News for Apr 24, 2024

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Berkshire's profit plunges 64% on portfolio holdings as Buffett sells Apple

Canadian Natural Resources (TSE:CNQ) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$1.05

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I Manage Money For Millionaires: 3 Things Wealthy Americans Never Spend Their Money On — and Two Things They Shouldn’t

$3 trillion could be injected into the U.S. economy without any federal spending by tweaking this corner of the mortgage market, ‘Oracle of Wall Street’ says

Mark Cuban’s 5 Best Passive Income Ideas

For 'the price of a new truck' you can buy a dream retirement home abroad — but consider these 3 things first

2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy in May

Here's Why We Think Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Might Deserve Your Attention Today

Berkshire pares huge Apple stake as cash, operating profit set records

Provincial governments facing higher debts and more financial pressure

AutoCanada Inc. Reported A Surprise Loss, And Analysts Have Updated Their Forecasts

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

The CGI Inc. (TSE:GIB.A) Second-Quarter Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now

Berkshire's profit plunges 64% on portfolio holdings as Buffett it sells Apple

Passive Income: How to Make $33 Per Month Tax-Free by Doing Nothing

There are 4 big factors to watch that could bring turmoil to financial markets, research firm says

Robert Kiyosaki: ‘Buy Gold, Silver, Bitcoin While You Still Can’