Could Investing in Teck Stock Help Make You a Millionaire?

On the surface, Teck (TSX:TECK.B) stock doesn’t look all that exciting. But you’re going to change your tune after what I tell you.

On the surface, I could see how investors might look at a company such as Teck Resources (TSX: TECK.B) and think, “No. This stock won’t make me a millionaire.”

It’s now a huge momentum growth stock. It doesn’t offer a sky-high dividend yield. But there are a lot of great things about Teck stock. Today, we’re going to look at those things, because they could help create a million-dollar portfolio.

Historic growth

Teck stock is a company that’s been around for more than just a few decades, and that’s created a massive amount of growth to look back on. This growth has been steady and stable, thanks to the sector the company is in, and that sector is essential resources.

Now, I’m not just talking about oil and gas here. The company mines steel-making coal, silver, and copper used for electronics, and various other chemicals and fertilizers we need for our daily lives. And this could only increase in opportunity as the years go on.

That’s because the company also has the chance to get in on the move towards renewable energy. Infrastructure, batteries, whatever it chooses to focus on will need these types of products. This is why the company already has solid footing.

Shares are up 21.52% year to date as well, providing some protection. Even better, it’s up 1,052% in the last two decades — a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13%.

Future potential

I’ve already mentioned some of the future potential here, but a lot of that comes down to the company’s fundamentals as well. I’ve outlined the potential, because I want you to realize that the historic performance of the past could certainly come true once more in the decades to come.

It currently trades at just 5.24 times earnings over the last year, with just 38% of equity needed to cover all its debts. This was helped by a recent sale that brought in half a billion dollars to the balance sheet. So, despite all this growth in the past year, the company is likely up for more. That is why a share-buyback program was recently announced as well.

That’s the near-term future. In the long term however, there’s even more to consider. The company has a 1.14% dividend yield, which isn’t that much. But it will help if you’re reinvesting it towards your future millionaire portfolio.

Lt’s turn to that next.

Bottom line

Let’s say you’re a 30-year-old that’s going to aim for retirement at 65. You plan to put $20,000 into Teck stock (balanced, of course, with other investments in your portfolio), and plan to add a further $4,000 each year. You also plan to reinvest any income that comes your way.

By doing this, you can look back on past performance to see how much you could have in another 35 years. At this rate, your portfolio could be worth $3.93 million! That’s all from consistently investing in a strong company with historic performance that’s due for even more growth in the years to come.

Fool contributor Amy Legate-Wolfe has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

More on Metals and Mining Stocks

Investor reading the newspaper
Stocks for Beginners

Steel is Back in the Headlines: This Iron Ore Royalty Pays You to Watch

Labrador Iron Ore Royalty offers a variable dividend, with mine recovery carrying more weight than steel-policy headlines.

Read more »

financial chart graphs and oil pumps on a field
Dividend Stocks

This TSX Royalty Stock Pays Its Monthly Dividend Today: The Payout Math Behind It

Freehold pays eligible shareholders today, with a $10,000 investment offering about $52 monthly at the current dividend.

Read more »

panning for gold uncovers nuggets and flakes
Stocks for Beginners

Gold Pulled Back From Its Record: This Royalty Stock Raised Its Dividend 18%

OR Royalties offers a different way to own gold exposure, with strong dividend coverage and a modest starting yield.

Read more »

gold prices rise and fall
Stocks for Beginners

Gold is Near $4,200: This Miner Pays You to Wait

Agnico's cash position supports its dividend, but gold-price sensitivity and a modest starting yield define what investors actually receive.

Read more »

Nuclear power station cooling tower
Stocks for Beginners

Canada and India Are Talking Nuclear Power: Is Cameco Stock Still a Buy?

Cameco’s India agreement is real business, but its uranium volumes were already included in broader contracting disclosures.

Read more »

A plant grows from coins.
Stocks for Beginners

Brazil’s Election Could Move Commodity Markets: I’d Watch This Canadian Miner

Lundin’s Brazilian operations create a direct link between the election, currency movements and mine costs.

Read more »

nugget gold
Stocks for Beginners

Gold Just Had a Rough Week: Is This Canadian Miner Still Worth Buying?

Agnico Eagle shares had a rough week, but record cash flow and a net-cash balance sheet keep the thesis interesting.

Read more »

panning for gold uncovers nuggets and flakes
Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold, Silver, and Copper Prices Are Gaining Steam: 2 Mining Stocks Back in Favour

Mining stocks are back in favour driven by higher average realized prices as gold, silver, and copper gained steam and…

Read more »