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Author: Ambrose O'Callaghan

Ambrose O'Callaghan graduated with a BA in Political Science from McMaster University. After that, he jumped into the banking world. He worked from the front line to an investment associate role. After that, he found a way to marry his experience and knowledge in the world of banking and finance to his love and passion for writing. Ambrose is a passionate believer in Warren Buffett's value investing model.

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Energy Stocks

A Fool’s Guide to the Ontario Election

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The Ontario election looms and its worth taking a second look at companies like Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) ahead of…

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Investing

3 Stocks at 52-Week Highs: Should You Take Profits or Keep Stacking?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Trade anxiety could rattle markets, but that does not mean investors should run from stocks like Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and…

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3 Growth Stocks That Can Heat Up Your TFSA This Summer

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and others are still attractive targets, as investors look ahead to the summer months.

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2 Ways the Upcoming Election Could Change the Ontario Housing Landscape

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) and Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) could be impacted after the June 7 vote.

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Dividend Stocks

The TSX Slips Under 16k: Here Are My Top 5 Dividend Stocks to Scoop Up Right Now

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

A choppy stock market should drive investors to seek out stocks like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and others.

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2 Reasons to Pick Great Canadian Gaming Corp. (TSX:GC) Over Another Top Gaming Stock Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Great Canadian Gaming Corp. (TSX:GC) is my pick over Stars Group Inc. (TSX:TSGI)(NASDAQ:TSG) after releasing its first-quarter results in early…

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Will Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) Outperform its Peers in 2018 After a U.S. Listing?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) did not see a significant bump from its U.S. listing, which may prompt investors to look…

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Energy Stocks

Is the Party Over for Energy Stocks After the OPEC Policy Shift?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and others could experience volatility ahead of a key OPEC meeting in June.

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Investing

Should You Add These Restaurant Stocks to Your Portfolio in June?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

MTY Food Group Inc. (TSX:MTY) and other restaurant stocks may be worth a look as we head into June.

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Bank Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank Stock Hits All-Time High After Q2 Earnings: Is it a Buy Today?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) has shot up after its second-quarter earnings, which may signal investors to take profits before the summer.

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Should You Steer Away From These 3 Auto Stocks in June?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

NAFTA talks have deteriorated in May, which could have an impact on Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and others.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Here Is Why June Could Be a Crucial Month for Gold and Silver Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) could face volatility ahead of key meetings between North and South Korea and…

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2 Takeaways From the Scuttled Aecon Group Inc. Sale

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Aecon Group Inc. (TSX:ARE) may be a buy-low candidate in the aftermath of its blocked sale, but the broader implications…

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Tech Stocks

2 Reasons to Pick BlackBerry Ltd. Over Cineplex Inc.

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Blackberry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is a better target than Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) due to a number of factors.

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Better Addition to Your TFSA: Dollarama Inc. or Shopify Inc.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) have emerged as premier growth stocks, but one comes at a potential discount…

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The Potential of Legal Sports Betting Has Stars Group Inc. Celebrating: Is it a Buy Right Now?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stars Group Inc. (TSX:TSGI)(NASDAQ:TSG) stock spiked after a key ruling, but companies looking to capitalize off legalized sports betting are…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Inc. or Hydro One Ltd.: Which High-Yield Dividend Stock Belongs in Your TFSA?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) have been battered in 2018 but could come at a nice value…

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Energy Stocks

Beat Back Rising Gas Prices and Buy These 2 Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canadians can make up the losses at the pump with stocks such as Imperial Oil Ltd. (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO) and Husky Energy…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Dividend All-Stars to Target As Trade Worries Resurface

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

NAFTA talks have taken a sour turn in May and investors may want to load up on income with stocks…

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Bank Stocks

Is Royal Bank of Canada a Buy After Q2 Earnings?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) reported a soft earnings beat in the second quarter, as potential headwinds are emerging in…

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Tech Stocks

4 Tech Stocks to Power Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors on the hunt for top tech stocks should look to BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and others as May winds to…

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Investing

4 Manufacturing Stocks That Offer up a Tasty Dividend

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors should not sleep on manufacturing stocks like Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) and others.

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Do These 2 Stocks Have Any Hope of Entering Positive Territory in 2018?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

AutoCanada Inc. (TSX:ACQ) and Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) stocks have been battered, as the auto and housing industry faces major…

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Investing

3 Reasons to Be Wary of George Weston Ltd. and Loblaw Companies Ltd. in the Second Half of 2018

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

George Weston Ltd. (TSX:WN) and Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) have had a difficult start to 2018 and more challenges have…

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Investing

3 Retail Stocks to Stash in Your TFSA Before Summer

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Retail stocks like Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) are still attractive ahead of the key summer months.

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Investing

Which Is the Better Buy Before Legalization: Canopy Growth Corp. or Aurora Cannabis Inc.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) and Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) stock have spiked in mid-May after some big announcements.

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Investing

TSX Stages a Spring Comeback: Look to These 3 Financial Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Spring has ushered in a rally for stocks, which is good news for IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) and other companies…

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Tech Stocks

4 Positive Developments for Blockchain Tech and Cryptocurrencies in 2018

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

In spite of volatility in the cryptocurrency market moves by TMX Group Ltd. (TSX:X) and others show that there is…

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Energy Stocks

It’s Not Too Late to Load Up on These 2 Renewable Energy Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) are still good buys in May.

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Investing

2 Trends That Could Impact Kinaxis Inc. in 2018 and Beyond

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) could be impacted by big growth in supply chain analytics and a shifting global trade environment.

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Bombardier, Inc. Is Up Over 100% From Last Year: Is it Still a Buy?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has soared over the past year but the stock still offers nice growth potential after its Q1…

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My Top 5 Growth Stocks to Add to Your TFSA Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and others are worth a look for investors seeking big growth today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Dividend Stocks to Add to Your RRSP

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canadians aren’t saving enough for retirement, and those just starting should look to stocks like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and others.

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Investing

3 Stocks for Millennials to Target This Spring

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Millennials should target stocks like TMX Group Ltd. (TSX:X) to combat high interest rates in 2018 and beyond.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Sneaky Dividend Stocks to Pick Up Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors may want to scoop up dividend stocks like Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) on the cheap today.

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Dividend Stocks

Will the Struggles at Tim Hortons Continue to Weigh on Restaurant Brands International Inc. Stock?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is pouring resources into Tim Hortons to dig it out of a hole.

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Investing

These Dividend Stocks Belong in Your Shopping Cart

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Grocery prices have been flat in 2018 so far, but Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) and others could still be good buys…

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Dividend Stocks

Here Is Why You Should Bet on These 2 Dividend Stocks in May

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are both lobbying Canadian policymakers for pro-business reforms.

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Tech Stocks

2 Growth Stocks to Hold in Your TFSA As Automation Ramps Up

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Blackberry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (TSX:ATA) should benefit from rising automation in the coming decades.

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4 Dividend Kings to Hold in Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Income-yielding stocks like Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) should be on your radar this spring.

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