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Oil, Soap, and Steady Cash: Rebecca’s Market Survival Kit

Why Rebecca Teltscher is Betting on Steady Dividends Over Risky Growth in a Shaky 2025 Market

Editorial Team (ET)June 18, 2025



The North American equity landscape has been on a dizzying ride in 2025, and investors are gripping their portfolios like passengers on a financial roller coaster. Amid the noise, one voice stands out with calm conviction: Rebecca Teltscher, portfolio manager at Newhaven Asset Management. Known for her disciplined focus on Canadian dividend stocks, Teltscher isn’t chasing hype or headlines—she’s doubling down on cash flow, value, and stability. And in a year marked by market disconnects and economic deterioration, that strategy couldn’t be more timely.

The Disconnect Between Markets and Economic Reality

Markets have mounted a dramatic comeback following the so-called “liberation day” on April 2, when a surprise breakthrough in U.S.-China trade negotiations triggered a temporary 90-day tariff reset and sent major indices roaring higher. While headlines celebrated the short-term relief, Teltscher was looking beyond the bounce. Her take? The rally is built more on misplaced optimism than solid economic footing.

Canada is quietly flashing recessionary signals. Consumer confidence is fading fast, home sales have cratered to levels not seen since before the last housing bust, and February GDP contracted. Unemployment is ticking higher, and even the nation’s typically resilient resource sector is showing signs of strain. The United States isn’t faring much better. Shrinking GDP in Q1, depressed manufacturing numbers, and a pullback in federal spending driven by the Department of Government Efficiency’s aggressive cost-cutting mandate are just the tip of the iceberg. Despite these warning signs, stock prices have drifted back toward pre-slump highs, particularly among growth stocks with nosebleed valuations and little to no cash flow. That, Teltscher warns, is a dangerous trap.

Canadian Natural Resources: A Dividend Titan in a Volatile World

Instead, she’s turning her attention to areas of the market that still offer strong fundamentals and dependable dividends. Canadian Natural Resources (TSX: CNQ) is the crown jewel of Teltscher’s strategy. Even with oil prices potentially weakening, she sees CNQ as the “best-in-class” name in Canadian energy. In its most recent earnings, CNQ posted record production numbers alongside declining operating costs—a rare combo in today’s inflation-sensitive market. The company boasts one of the strongest management teams in the business, known for capital discipline and an ability to operate efficiently in both boom and bust cycles.

What makes CNQ so compelling is its balanced production mix—roughly 60% oil and 40% natural gas—along with its low-decline, long-life assets. That means more predictable output and less capital required to maintain production. Add to that a rock-solid balance sheet and a 5.5% dividend yield, and you’ve got a stock that pays investors handsomely while they wait for commodity tailwinds. Teltscher believes it’s a rare chance to own a Canadian energy champion trading below its intrinsic value.

K-Bro Linen: The Quiet Performer in a Niche Market

If CNQ is the power play, K-Bro Linen (TSX: KBL) is the under-the-radar gem. Teltscher calls it an “essential service provider in a niche industry”—and she’s not exaggerating. K-Bro is Canada’s largest operator of laundry and linen processing services, with clients ranging from major hospitals to national hotel chains. The business model is boring, and that’s exactly the point. In times of economic turbulence, boring can be beautiful.

K-Bro’s revenues are largely recurring and tied to long-term contracts, especially in the healthcare sector where outsourcing of sterilized surgical packs and linen services is becoming the norm. Meanwhile, the hospitality segment benefits from growing demand for rental services. The company is capitalizing on this trend, and Teltscher sees runway for further organic growth as well as consolidation in the highly fragmented industry. Smaller tuck-in acquisitions offer potential scale, and existing facilities still have unused capacity to grow into. At a time when investors are reevaluating risk, a stable 3.4% dividend yield from a company with recession-proof contracts is a welcome source of peace of mind.

Pembina Pipelines: Fee-Based Cash Flow in a Volatile Energy Market

The third name on Teltscher’s radar is Pembina Pipelines (TSX: PPL), one of Canada’s most strategically positioned infrastructure plays. While it operates in the energy sector, Pembina’s business model is more utility-like than commodity-sensitive. Over 80% of its cash flows are locked in via long-term contracts or fee-for-service arrangements. That makes its earnings far more predictable than most companies tied to oil and gas prices.

Pembina’s most recent earnings came with a headline drop—shares fell 6% on concerns about falling toll rates and marketing segment headwinds. But Teltscher views the selloff as overdone. The company’s dividend remains fully covered by its fee-based EBITDA, and she sees continued growth in the payout as likely. In fact, Pembina recently raised its dividend by 3%, reinforcing management’s confidence in long-term cash generation. Capital projects like the Cedar LNG joint venture remain on track, with commissioning expected in 2028. With a forward yield of 5.5%, Teltscher argues Pembina offers rare value in the midstream space, particularly for income-seeking investors.

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Dividend Strategy in an Era of Uncertainty

Teltscher’s picks may not make headlines like high-flying AI stocks or speculative tech darlings, but that’s exactly why they matter. In a world increasingly driven by sentiment and algorithmic swings, the fundamental value of consistent cash flow and strong management is often overlooked. Her approach is a return to the basics—buying businesses, not tickers. It’s a lesson many investors forget in bull markets but remember all too clearly when things turn south.

She’s not suggesting a market crash is imminent, but rather that current prices don’t reflect current risks. Teltscher believes the time to get defensive is not after the panic begins, but before it. That means avoiding overpriced growth stocks and leaning into companies with fortress balance sheets, stable demand, and the ability to pay you while you wait.

Conclusion: Back to Basics with High-Conviction Income Plays

While the broader market continues to ride a wave of misplaced confidence, Rebecca Teltscher is leaning into realism. Her top picks—Canadian Natural Resources, K-Bro Linen, and Pembina Pipelines—share a common thread: consistent dividends, predictable cash flows, and strong long-term outlooks. These aren’t the kind of names that shoot the lights out in a month, but they don’t have to. In a volatile world, sometimes the smartest move is simply to get paid while staying patient.






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