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2 Reasons Baytex Energy Corp. Shares Have Bottomed

After declining 40% since early June, there is good reason to think that Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) shares have bottomed,…

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Why Baytex Energy Corp. Has 50% Upside Over the Next Year

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) has sharply underperformed its peers in the past six months. It's now very undervalued. The market…

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Will OPEC Continue to Crush Your Oil-Stock Portfolio?

A slew of discouraging news from OPEC sent oil down ~15%. Some are suggesting it has lower to go, but…

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Why the Recent 5% Plunge in TransCanada Corporation Is a Massive Buying Opportunity

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) just showed its largest one-day drop in years. Investors with a long-term focus should see this drop…

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Why TransCanada Corporation Is a Rare Name You Can Hold for 10 Years

With lower projected returns for stocks and the TSX trading at expensive levels, investors may be hard pressed to find…

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Debunking The 2 Biggest Reasons to Be Bearish on Oil

Oil prices have recently plunged, and the sentiment change has brought back many of bearish arguments for oil going lower:…

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4 Top Ways to Play the Coming Spike in Oil Prices

Energy analyst Art Berman recently said a "moonshot" in oil prices is due in the next several years. You can…

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Why the Commodity Boom of the 2000s Is About to Make Comeback (and How to Play it)

Nearly all commodities showed explosive double-digit returns in the 2000s. A mini version of that super-cycle might be underway. While…

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Worried About Another Big Drop in Oil? Here’s Why Saudi Arabia Won’t Allow it

Investors who are holding off buying oil stocks due to fear of another big plunge can take comfort in knowing…

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3 Reasons Why Having Gold Exposure Is Now Essential

With both stock and bond markets at record levels, low interest rates, and positive fundamentals for gold, not having gold…

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Why Canadian Natural Resources Limited Will Surprise Investors to the Upside

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is Canada's largest producer, and, as a result, investors may be looking past its growth…

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Why Canadian Natural Resources Limited Is the Only Senior Energy Producer You Need to Own

While analyst predictions on oil prices for 2017 are overwhelmingly bullish, conservative investors need names that can perform well with…

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Why the Rally in These 3 Canadian Natural Gas Stocks Is Just Getting Started

While natural gas has had an explosive rally, a host of factors could see prices being much higher this winter.…

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Why the Next Stop for Oil Is $60

There is a good chance OPEC will commit to its targets in November, which will provide a floor to oil…

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These 2 Oil Stocks Will Outperform Their Peers if the Rally Continues

If oil is headed to $60 next year (a likely outcome), it's wise to invest in names that have the…

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Why Gold Miners May Be 2017’s Top-Performing Sector

With 2016 winding down, investors should be thinking ahead to 2017. Gold miners have shown impressive performance so far, but…

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Baytex Energy Corp.: A Buy Despite its Huge Debt Load

While Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) huge debt load may scare some investors off, a closer look reveals it is manageable…

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The Only 2 Reasons to Buy Baytex Energy Corp.

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) ranks near the top of its peer group with regards to debt and, as a result,…

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Crescent Point Energy Corp. vs. Baytex Energy Corp.: Which Will Outperform in 2017?

With expectations of rising oil prices, Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) remain popular holdings. Which…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why the Gold Price Rally Is Far From Over

Gold may have just suffered its biggest drop since 2013, but a combination of both short- and long-term factors indicates…

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Why Crescent Point Energy Corp. Is About to See an Explosion in Free Cash Flow

If some of the more bullish oil-price forecasts are correct, Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) could see an explosion of…

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Gold’s Huge Pullback Creates an Excellent Buying Opportunity in These 2 Gold Miners

Gold just saw its biggest one-day plunge since 2013, and investors should see this as a buying opportunity for Barrick…

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3 Big Reasons Oil Is About to Stage its Next Leg up

Sentiment about the recent OPEC agreement, evidence that supply is declining, and the end of refinery maintenance season all point…

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Is the OPEC Agreement About to Send Oil to US$60?

A commodity strategist recently said the OPEC agreement could send oil to US$60 in the next few months. While possible,…

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What OPEC’s Historic Agreement Means for Canadian Energy Shareholders

OPEC surprised nearly everybody by reaching a consensus on the need to cut crude output. Although a deal is not…

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Goldcorp Inc.’s Founder Thinks Gold Is Headed to $1,900: Here’s Why He May Be Right

Recently, Robert McEwan, founder of Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG), said he sees gold at $1,900 by year end. Here's why he…

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Why Crescent Point Energy Corp. Is a New Company (and Shares Are Set to Show it)

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) was long discounted by shareholders due to its dividend and acquisition-focused strategy that was financed…

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Why Investors Should Follow Warren Buffett and Hold More Cash

Holding cash in a low interest rate environment may sound absurd, but thanks to stretched market valuations, Warren Buffett is…

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Crescent Point Energy Corp. Shares Are Down 22%: Is it 2016’s Best Opportunity?

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) set a near-term high of about $22 per share in mid-August and have plunged 22%…

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How Understanding Seasonal Investing Can Dramatically Boost Your Returns

Certain markets predictably perform well at certain times of the year. Understanding seasonality can help you time when to buy…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Reasons Gold Is Setting Up for a Historic Bull Market (and How to Profit)

With both the S&P 500 and TSX being some of the most expensive equity markets on the planet, and the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Barrick Gold Corp. Could Still Have Almost 50% Upside

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) shares may have surged over 140% since the start of the year, but a supportive gold…

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The IEA’s Latest Report Says the Oil Glut Is Far From Over: What it Means for Your Portfolio

The International Energy Association recently released the much-anticipated monthly oil report, and the results were a rude awakening for oil…

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Why Crescent Point Energy Corp. Shareholders Hate its Latest $650 Million Transaction

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) shares plunged 15% in the past week thanks to news that it's issuing $650 million…

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Everything You Need to Know About the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc./Agrium Inc. Merger

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) and Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) finally released details about their massive merger on Monday. Here's…

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This Chart Can Help You Time When to Buy Key Oil Names

Little is certain in the energy investing space, but investors can count on one thing: oil prices show seasonal patterns.…

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These 2 Oil Names Are About to See Explosive Free Cash Flow

If consensus predictions about oil prices moving higher over the next year are correct, investors should be on the lookout…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Legendary Investor Stan Druckenmiller Is Increasing Commodity Exposure: Here’s Why You Should Too

Stan Druckenmiller is known for decades of 30% average returns, and recent disclosures show he is adding exposure to Barrick…

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Why Agrium Inc. and Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. Are Buys: Merger or Not

With Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Corp. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) in merger talks, investors may be trying to decide…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Agrium Inc. Shareholders Could Lose From the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Corp. Merger

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) confirmed rumours of a merger to create a US$30 billion…

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