BNS

Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) and Popular (BPOP) are outperforming the Finance sector with year-to-date returns of 22.4% and 27.1% respectively, compared to the sector average of 4.2%. Both stocks hold a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating with improved earnings estimates over the past quarter.

Dividend 15 Split Corp. has renewed its at-the-market (ATM) equity program, effective until November 7, 2028, allowing the company to issue up to $600 million in Class A and Preferred Shares through the TSX. The program will be administered by National Bank Financial Inc., with proceeds to be invested in a portfolio of 14 leading Canadian dividend-yielding stocks.