Demetris Afxentiou, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Energy Stocks

Hydro One Ltd. Just Made a Massive Acquisition

July 24, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) announced the acquisition of U.S.-based Avista Corp. that will make the company one of the largest…

Investing

Why Airline Stocks Are Finally Good Investments

July 24, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Airline stocks such as Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) are some of the best-performing stocks in…

Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Reports Record Earnings

July 24, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) reported better-than-expected second-quarter results, but stopped short of updating full guidance.

Investing

2 Food Stocks for Hungry Income-Seeking Investors

July 24, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) and Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) are evolving into great long-term holdings that have been…

Investing

Does Canopy Growth Corp. Have Long-Term Potential?

July 22, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) has come down from the highs of last year, but is the company still a feasible…

3 Dividend Greats for Your Portfolio

July 21, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), and one other company are great candidates for any portfolio focused on income…

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Is it Comeback Time?

July 20, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) continues to make deals and pay down debt. Is it time to reconsider investing?

Buy and Forget BCE Inc.

July 19, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) has plenty of qualities beyond a great dividend that make it a great buy-and-forget stock for nearly…

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Expands Further into the U.S.

July 18, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) has made another acquisition in the U.S. market. Could additional acquisitions follow?

Investing

Is Bombardier, Inc. About to Miss Another Delivery?

July 17, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) appears set to miss the delivery window to the TTC, marking the fifth such delay and revision…

Dividend Stocks

3 Signs That BlackBerry Ltd. Holds Potential

July 12, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd.. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) has placed a razor-like focus on growing sales and expanding new product lines, which should see the…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Too Good to Pass Up: Cameco Corp.

July 11, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) represents an intriguing long-term opportunity that few investors realize.

Dividend Stocks

Which Is the Best Telecom for Your Portfolio?

July 6, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are the largest telecoms in the nation, but each…

Energy Stocks

Have You Considered Hydro One Ltd. Recently?

June 30, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) continues to be a source of customer complaints, but from a business perspective, the company offers…

Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Is a Great Investment Opportunity

June 30, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) recently received regulatory approvals for the purchase of PrivateBancorp, which could mark the start…

Dividend Stocks

Why Cineplex Inc. Belongs in Your Portfolio

June 30, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Despite what critics may say, Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) operates a sound and innovative business that will continue to generate revenue…

Energy Stocks

Fortis Inc. Is the Only Utility Your Portfolio Needs

June 30, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) offers a growing, sustainable dividend and steady growth prospects, which makes the company a great buy-and-forget target…

Investing

Celebrate Canada’s 150th With These 3 Canadian Retail Greats

June 29, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) are two of the most impressive retail investments on the market,…

Investing

Grow Your Portfolio With Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

June 29, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) has an impressive portfolio of investments that makes it a great opportunity for investors looking…

Dividend Stocks

Manulife Financial Corp.: A Growth Play Unlike Any Other

June 29, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) continues to impress with growing sales in Asia and the U.S., fueling growth for years to…

Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Ltd. Is Still a Good Buy

June 28, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Even with weaker-than-expected quarterly results, BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) remains a long-term buy based on emerging technologies and growth prospects.

2 Stellar Growth Opportunities for Hungry Investors

June 28, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and another company boast significant long-term growth potential for investors.

Dividend Stocks

3 Ways Telus Corporation Stays Ahead of the Competition

June 27, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is making major investments in infrastructure and testing the upcoming 5G standard. Factor in great results and…

Investing

How Canadian National Railway Company Continues to Evolve

June 27, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has always been the most efficient railroad, but now the company is looking to use…

Tech Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc. Is Serious About Wireless

June 23, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) announced a sale and acquisition this month that bring the company's dream of offering nationwide wireless…

Tech Stocks

Amaya Inc. Gets a New Name and New Target Market for Expansion

June 23, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) will have a new name and has a new market in Asia that should bring success to…

Tech Stocks

2 Internet of Things Investments for Every Portfolio

June 22, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

The Internet of Things is set to revolutionize how we communicate with devices. Both Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) and Amazon.com,…

Investing

Loblaw Companies Limited: A Defensive Play for Any Portfolio

June 22, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) continues to move closer to being a fully fledged e-commerce solution amid improving results in a…

Investing

Sears Canada Inc.: The End of an Era?

June 22, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sears Canada Inc. (TSX:SCC) appears to be heading for bankruptcy protection and an eventual fire sale, leaving investors with little…

Investing

Why Magna International Inc. Is Still a Good Buy

June 22, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) remains a great pick for investors shopping the automotive industry, despite what may come out of…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Invest in Wheaton Precious Metals Corp.

June 21, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSX:WPM)(NYSE:WPM) is one of the largest precious metals streamers in the world. There's plenty of upside…

Dividend Stocks

3 Utilities Every Portfolio Should Include

June 21, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Utility investments such as Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) represent some of the best…

Investing

Air Canada: Time to Buy?

June 20, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) was named the best airline In North America at the Paris Air Show, but does this make…

Investing

Does Your Portfolio Include BCE Inc.?

June 20, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) remains a top pick for income-seeking investors looking for a great dividend, strong growth prospects, and steadily…

Investing

Does Bombardier, Inc. Need New CSeries Orders From Paris?

June 20, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has yet to announce any deals from the Paris Airshow, but expectations are lower this year.

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Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. a Viable Investment Opportunity?

June 17, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) continues to chip away at a staggering amount of debt and transition to a more…

Dividend Stocks

2 Banks With Very Different Investment Strategies

June 16, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) are great investment opportunities, though they have very different investment…

Investing

Buy Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst at a Discount!

June 16, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) remains a strong investment opportunity for investors looking for growth and income prospects.

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. Is an Impressive Buy

June 16, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) continues to impress investors with aggressive expansion plans in Asia and plans to sell cannabis…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Cameco Corp. Remains a Strong Long-Term Buy

June 16, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) may still be reeling from depressed uranium prices, but the opportunity it has over the long term…

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