Andrew Button, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Cannabis Stocks

Marijuana Stocks vs. Gold Stocks: Which Are Better?

September 5, 2019 | Andrew Button

Marijuana stocks have done well over the past three years, but Gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) have done…

Cannabis Stocks

Will There Ever Be Another Bull Market in Weed Stocks?

September 5, 2019 | Andrew Button

Now that weed stocks like Aphria Inc (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) are posting positive earnings, could we see a new bull market?

Metals and Mining Stocks

TFSA Investors: This Gold Stock Could Be Your Secret Weapon for a Recession

September 4, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're anticipating a recession, Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) could be your ace in the hole

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Energy Stocks That Are Bargains at Current Prices

September 4, 2019 | Andrew Button

Trading at just 10 times earnings, Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is a bargain at current prices.

Cannabis Stocks

TFSA Investors: Should You Own Marijuana Stocks?

September 3, 2019 | Andrew Button

After months of falling prices, do marijuana stocks like Tilray Inc (NASDAQ:TLRY) belong in your TFSA?

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Aphria (TSX:APHA) Was the Best Marijuana Stock of the Summer

September 3, 2019 | Andrew Button

While most marijuana stocks tanked this summer, Aphria Inc (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) held its value surprisingly well, even rallying in August.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn Your TFSA Into a $6,000-a-Year Income Stream

September 3, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you want to turn your TFSA into a $6,000-a-year income stream, you've got your work cut out for you.…

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Cannabis Stocks

3 Marijuana Stocks to Sell in September

September 2, 2019 | Andrew Button

After months of regulatory issues, CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST) is in rough shape.

Dividend Stocks

This Is How Much Canadians Think They Need to Retire

September 2, 2019 | Andrew Button

Canadians hoping to increase their retirement savings would do well to invest in dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS).

Cannabis Stocks

Tilray (NASDAQ:TLRY): The Fall of a Weed Stock

September 1, 2019 | Andrew Button

At one time, Tilray Inc (NASDAQ:TLRY) was a market darling, rising 750% in one summer. Now it's on downward spiral.…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Recession Warning Signs Are Flashing Louder Than Ever: 3 Ways to Protect Yourself

September 1, 2019 | Andrew Button

With recession warning signs flashing louder than ever, gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) may enjoy upside.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Wall Street Is Worried About a Recession

August 27, 2019 | Andrew Button

Economists and Wall Street Analysts are sounding the alarm about a recession that could hit financials like Canadian Imperial Bank…

Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) vs. Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD): Which Is the Better Buy?

August 26, 2019 | Andrew Button

Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has long been Canada's favourite tech stock, but could an upstart challenger be a better buy?

Dividend Stocks

Investors: 3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Pay Every Month

August 26, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're looking for steady income, monthly payers like Inter Pipeline Ltd (TSX:IPL) are perfect.

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 TSX Tech Stocks With Loads of Upside

August 25, 2019 | Andrew Button

TSX tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) can be great additions to your TFSA.

Tech Stocks

Why You Shouldn’t Try to Get to $1 Million in Your TFSA

August 24, 2019 | Andrew Button

While you may be tempted to get your TFSA to $1 million by investing in high-growth stocks like Shopify Inc…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Boost Your RRSP Payments the Easy Way

August 23, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you want to boost your RRSP payments when you retire, stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) could help.

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Dividend Stocks

The Easiest Way to Turn Your $6,000 TFSA Into $60,000

August 23, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you want to turn a small $6,000 TFSA balance into $60,000, dividend-growth stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) can come…

Cannabis Stocks

Is Aphria (TSX:APHA) the Best Marijuana Stock for the Second Half of 2019?

August 22, 2019 | Andrew Button

After posting solid earnings, Aphria (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) may be the best weed stock for the second half of 2019

Dividend Stocks

The #1 RRSP Mistake Canadian Retirees Are Making Today

August 22, 2019 | Andrew Button

Many Canadian retirees make the mistake of investing in high-fee mutual funds, when dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are…

Dividend Stocks

Jittery Market Got You Anxious? This TSX Gold Stock Could Provide Safety

August 22, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're worried about TSX turbulence, gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) could be good plays

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Tech Stocks

Could Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) Stock Double Again This Year?

August 22, 2019 | Andrew Button

Lightspeed POS Inc (TSX:LSPD) stock has doubled since its IPO. Could it repeat the feat before 2020?

Cannabis Stocks

2 Canadian Marijuana Stocks to Avoid

August 21, 2019 | Andrew Button

After two recent regulatory setbacks, CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST) is a stock to avoid.

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Cannabis Stocks

Is Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) a Bargain Stock?

August 21, 2019 | Andrew Button

After falling precipitously for months, Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) has been deemed a bargain by its former CEO. Is it?

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Cannabis Stocks

Investing in Marijuana Stocks? Here Are 5 Things You Need to Know

August 17, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're considering investing in marijuana stocks like CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST), there are a few sobering facts you need…

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Dividend Stocks

MASSIVE Recession Warning Signs Are Flashing… These 2 TSX Index Stocks May Provide Safety

August 16, 2019 | Andrew Button

With recession warning signs flashing, now may be the time to consider gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL)

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Simple Rules to Maximize Your Returns

August 15, 2019 | Andrew Button

While you can pocket a lot of TFSA coin by investing in growth stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP), you can…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Super Stocks for RRSP Retirement Savers

August 15, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're saving for retirement, stocks like Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can be great buys

Metals and Mining Stocks

2 TSX Stocks That Could Benefit From a Gold Rally

August 15, 2019 | Andrew Button

If gold continues to rise then there's a good chance that Barrick Gold Corp (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) will too.

Cannabis Stocks

Where Will Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Be in 5 Years?

August 14, 2019 | Andrew Button

Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) has done very well since going public, but with losses piling up, where does it go…

Investing

Where Will Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Be in 5 Years?

August 14, 2019 | Andrew Button

With a highly negative long-term stock price trend, can Bombardier, Inc (TSX:BBD.B) ever recover?

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks That Have Returned 1000% in Under 10 Years

August 13, 2019 | Andrew Button

The TSX is home to many stocks that have been tenbaggers in less than 10 years, including Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP)

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks at Rock-Bottom Prices

August 13, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're looking for high yield at low price, consider Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM)

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Dividend Stocks

How to Prepare Your RRSP or TFSA for the Coming Bear Market

August 13, 2019 | Andrew Button

If you're worried about a coming bear market, utilities like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can be oases in the desert.

Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) vs. Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB)

August 11, 2019 | Andrew Button

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is the fastest-growing big six bank, but this smaller bank may be even better

Cannabis Stocks

2 Marijuana Stocks Going Downhill Fast

August 10, 2019 | Andrew Button

After major earnings misses and regulatory scandals, stocks like Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST) are going…

Cannabis Stocks

Should Marijuana Stock Investors Rejoice After Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) Surprise Earnings Beat?

August 8, 2019 | Andrew Button

After a surprise earnings beat, Aphria Inc (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) turned bullish. Other marijuana stocks soon to follow?

Tech Stocks

3 Small-Cap TSX Stocks With Big-Cap Potential

August 8, 2019 | Andrew Button

Small-cap TSX stocks like Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) have big-cap potential.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy As the TSX Index Plunges on Trade Tensions (Again)

August 7, 2019 | Andrew Button

When stocks plunge, utilities like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can be oases in the desert.

Tech Stocks

3 Metrics Behind Shopify’s (TSX:SHOP) Soaring Stock Price

August 7, 2019 | Andrew Button

Why is Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock soaring? These three metrics help answer that question.

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