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After reviewing Q3 2020 earnings for BMO and ScotiaBank, and then for National Bank and Royal Bank, it is time to look at what TD and CIBC had for us in their pockets. Oh my, this is definitely not my best picture... but I did it on purpose mostly because TD and CIBC Q3 earnings have not been really exciting to say the least. And this is exactly the kind of goofy faces I do when I'm bored. I'll tell you upfront, TD and CIBC are not my favorites mostly because they are more targeted to …

Continue Reading about Classic Banking Doesn’t Pay Off – TD and CIBC Q3 2020 Earnings Review

Yesterday, I posted my review of the earnings for both BMO and Scotiabank. My one word was "meh!" This time, both banks have reported flat earnings and pretty good results.  What's happening? BMO earnings were down around 20% and ScotiaBank was down roughly 47%. Then National Bank and Royal Bank were minus one or flat. There is something wrong. Let's dig a little deeper and see what's really hiding behind these reports. Royal Bank (RY) (RY.TO) Business Model Royal Bank is the largest …

Continue Reading about Canadian Banks are Doing Well! – National Bank and Royal Bank Q3 2020 Earnings Review

Last week, I was super happy because it finally was the week of Canadian banks Q3 earnings reports. Today, we're starting with Scotiabank and BMO as they were the first to publish their results. Everybody was expecting that because banks have definitely set the tone for the Canadian economy. Now, what's going to happen with their dividend payment? I'll tell you upfront, don't expect anything out of the ordinary. Scotiabank (BNS) (BNS.TO) Business Model The Bank of Nova Scotia is known …

Continue Reading about BMO and Scotiabank Q3 2020 Earnings Review: Is Their Dividend Still Safe?

I've decided to discuss Brookfield Property Partners today, mostly because I have received a bunch of questions in regards to their tender share buyback offer. On top of that, they released their quarterly earnings not so long ago. As the offer expires in a couple days (August 28th), let's dig into the company! Business Model Brookfield Property Partners LP (BPY/BPYU/BPY.UN.TO) owns, operates, and invests in commercial properties in North America, Europe, Australia, and Brazil. The …

Continue Reading about Brookfield Property Partners (BPY): Should Your Shares Be Running This Bumpy Ride?