Performance of 2025

 I picked Nvidia because it’s a leader in AI and GPUs, giving my portfolio strong growth exposure as demand for AI, data centers, and machine learning accelerates. Its revenue and earnings growth remain impressive, and while it doesn’t offer a big dividend, the stock’s performance has driven substantial total returns. For me, Nvidia balances my income names with a high‑growth tech play that can fuel long‑term capital appreciation. 

 I picked Kratos Defense because it gives me exposure to next‑gen military technology like unmanned systems, hypersonics, and advanced defense electronics at a time when defense budgets and modernization are expanding, and the stock still trades at a valuation that feels more like a growth opportunity than an overpriced tech name. With solid revenue growth, multiyear contract wins, and strategic positioning alongside military priorities, it fits the growth‑plus‑defense theme in my portfolio. 

 I picked Raytheon Technologies because it stands to benefit from sustained and growing military spending as the U.S. and allied forces modernize and expand capabilities, giving my portfolio exposure to defense growth. Its diversified aerospace and defense businesses help provide steady cash flow and resilience through cycles. While not the highest yield, Raytheon’s strategic positioning tied to future defense needs supports both capital appreciation and long‑term stability. 

 I picked Palantir because it provides exposure to cutting-edge data analytics and AI solutions for both commercial and government clients, including defense and intelligence, which positions it well for long-term growth. With multiyear contracts, recurring revenue, and strategic partnerships, the company offers potential upside while solving complex problems that few others can. For me, Palantir adds a high-tech, mission-critical growth angle to my portfolio alongside more traditional defense and dividend names. 

 I chose Telus because it offers a yield around 8.5–8.8%, which is exceptionally high and provides meaningful quarterly income at today’s depressed share price. After the pullback, the valuation feels compelling, letting me buy at an attractive cost rather than at highs. With solid cash flow coverage and improving free cash flow outlook, the dividend feels sustainable and keeps Telus at the top of my income-focused portfolio. 

 I picked Bell Canada (BCE) because it offers a yield around 5%+, which provides strong quarterly income at a share price well below recent highs, making it a more attractive valuation. While the stock has been punished and the dividend was recently cut, this creates an opportunity for long-term income investors, and the remaining payout plus management’s focus on deleveraging fits my income-plus-value strategy. 

  I picked Enbridge because it offers a yield around 5.7–5.9%, which gives me reliable income that actually shows up in my cash flow, and at current prices the stock feels like a solid value rather than something overheated. Its fee-based, long-term infrastructure contracts provide stable cash flows, and the company’s long track record of dividend growth gives me confidence that this income stream is built to last in my portfolio. 

 I chose Celestica for exposure to a global leader in electronics manufacturing across healthcare, communications, and aerospace. The stock has seen significant price appreciation over the past two years, reflecting strong growth and market confidence. With strategic partnerships and high-value solutions, Celestica adds a dynamic, growth-oriented component to my portfolio alongside more stable, dividend-focused holdings. 

 I see Rocket Lab as a compelling opportunity in the growing space economy. With the space race accelerating, Rocket Lab’s focus on small- and medium-lift launch vehicles, satellite deployment, and advanced space systems positions it well for long-term growth. For me, Rocket Lab adds a high-tech, frontier-growth element to my portfolio, offering exposure to one of the most exciting and rapidly expanding industries today.  

 I chose Costco because it offers exposure to a highly resilient, membership-based retail business with strong brand loyalty and consistent growth. Its subscription model generates predictable recurring revenue, while efficient operations and a loyal customer base drive reliable cash flow. For me, Costco adds a stable, long-term growth component to my portfolio alongside dividend-paying and high-tech holdings.

 I chose Amazon because it’s a global e-commerce and cloud leader with a history of innovation and market dominance. Beyond its core business, Project Kuiper, Amazon’s satellite internet initiative, is poised to unlock new growth opportunities by expanding broadband access worldwide. With its scale, technological edge, and relentless focus on long-term innovation, Amazon offers both stability and exciting upside potential in the near future.