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Ambrose O'Callaghan

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.

Recent Articles

Investing

Should You Bet on Wine or Weed Stocks Over the Next Decade?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Wine companies like Andrew Peller Ltd. (TSX:ADW.A) may be getting nervous as recreational legalization of cannabis approaches.

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Investing

U.S. Supreme Court Opens the Door for Sports Betting: Is This Good News for Great Canadian Gaming Corp.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Great Canadian Gaming Corp. (TSX:GC) may need to wait a while before Canada moves to loosen sports betting laws.

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Investing

Should You Stash Aritzia Inc. or Canada Goose Holdings Inc. in Your Portfolio?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Clothing sales have slipped in 2018 but investors may want to take a second look at companies like Aritzia Inc.…

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Investing

Forget About Trade Worries and Buy These 3 Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and others are still under pressure, as U.S. leadership pushes for a conclusion to NAFTA negotiations.

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Investing

Reno Season Has Arrived: These 2 Stocks Belong in Your Portfolio

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Richelieu Hardware Ltd. (TSX:RCH) and Hardwoods Distribution Inc. (TSX:HDI) may come at good value in May.

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Investing

Geopolitical Tensions Could Push These 2 Stocks Higher in May

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Magellan Aerospace Corp. (TSX:MAL) and CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) could benefit from major momentum in the North American defence sector.

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Tech Stocks

3 Growth Stocks That Can Supercharge Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) and others offer enticing growth and solid value for investors in May.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy These 2 Dividend Stocks As Oil Soars

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Encana Corp. (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) stocks have thrived as oil prices rise.

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Investing

3 Growth Stocks in Rising Industries That Can Electrify Your TFSA for the Long Haul

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors should target companies in rising industries, such as Zymeworks Inc. (TSX:ZYME)(NYSE:ZYME) and others.

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Bank Stocks

Top 3 Canadian Bank Stocks to Buy Before Earnings

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and other top Canadian banks look good ahead of the next batch of earnings.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Dividend Stocks to Hold in Your TFSA Forever

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) and others are worth holding for the long term.

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Investing

2 Reasons to Buy Jamieson Wellness Inc. After Q1 Earnings

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Jamieson Wellness Inc. (TSX:JWEL) still looks like a buy after releasing its first-quarter results.

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Dividend Stocks

Growth in Asia Will Continue to Propel These 2 Dividend Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) are both well positioned to benefit from strong growth in…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Reasons Gold and Silver Stocks May Be a Bargain Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Equities like Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSX:WPM)(NYSE:WPM) could build momentum in the spring with much uncertainty in the geopolitical arena.

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Investing

Can Shopify Inc. Stock Stage a May Rally?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has continued to surge after releasing its Q1 earnings on May 1.

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Bank Stocks

Are Bank Stocks a Good Bet in a Troubled Housing Market?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are still great long-term additions, even in the midst of a…

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Energy Stocks

Brace for Impact in the Energy Sector as Trump Prepares to Make Decision on Iran Deal Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) could receive a boost, as Trump prepares an earlier-than-expected announcement on the Iran deal.

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Investing

Is Maple Leaf Foods Inc. a Buy After Q1 Results?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) stock continued its plunge after it released its first-quarter results in early May.

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Investing

Are the Struggles at Cineplex Inc. Really a “Blip”?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) stock took another hit after first-quarter results released in early May.

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Investing

Aurora Cannabis Inc. Could Get Even Bigger: Is it Time to Buy the Stock?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) may be aiming for another takeover that could grow it even larger ahead of a big…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Steer Clear of Auto Stocks in 2018

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Dropping auto sales in the spring are bad news for AutoCanada Inc. (TSX:ACQ), and NAFTA progress could also spell trouble…

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Investing

Should You Buy the Dip in TMX Group Ltd. Stock?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

TMX Group Ltd. (TSX:X) dipped in late April and early May, but the stock continues to hold promise for the…

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Energy Stocks

Stash These 3 Energy Stocks Yielding up to 7% in Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors on the hunt for income in the energy sector should look to Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and others.

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Tech Stocks

Here Is Why BlackBerry Ltd. and CAE Inc. Need to Be in Your Portfolio

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) have the potential to post explosive growth in the next decade.

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Investing

3 Stocks to Add to Your TFSA for the Long Haul

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks such as Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) and others are great targets for your TFSA portfolio this month.

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Energy Stocks

Could the Iran Crisis Push Energy Stocks to New Heights in May?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Shares of Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and others have soared, as oil prices surge in anticipation of the termination of…

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Investing

2 Housing Stocks to Buy or Sell Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) and Genworth MI Canada Inc. (TSX:MIC) have gone in opposite directions over the past month.

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Investing

3 Cheap Utility Stocks to Consider Adding to Your Portfolio Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors seeking income should look to dividend stars like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and others in a volatile market.

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Investing

2 Retail Stars to Add to Your TFSA This Month

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) are solid options to consider with tax season in the rear-view…

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Tech Stocks

This Biotech Stock Has Surged Over 100% in 2018: Is it Still a Buy Today?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Zymeworks Inc. (TSX:ZYME)(NYSE:ZYME) stock has soared in 2018, as the company has generated excitement in early trials for its lead…

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Investing

Is Metro Inc. a Buy After Q2 Results?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) released Q2 earnings in April as intensifying competition is engulfing the grocery retail industry.

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Royal Bank of Canada and Scotiabank Stock Belong in Your Portfolio in May

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are strong long-term buys in the beginning of May.

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Investing

3 Auto Manufacturing Stocks to Watch in May

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) could be impacted by the new NAFTA auto content proposals.

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Energy Stocks

3 Energy Stocks to Stash in Your TFSA This Month

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and other energy stocks offer attractive dividends are investors head into the month of May.

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Investing

Does Restaurant Brands International Inc. Belong in Your Portfolio Today?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) has struggled in 2018 but Q1 results hold promise for the latter half of this…

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Investing

Hungry for Income After Tax Season? Buy These 3 Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors on the hunt for dividends after tax season should look to stocks such as Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NYSE:OTEX) and…

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Bank Stocks

U.S. Bank Earnings Bode Well for Toronto-Dominion Bank and Bank of Montreal

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

U.S. bank earnings telegraph a positive 2018 for Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO).

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Investing

Should Investors Be Excited Over the Prospect of Privatized Cannabis Retail in Ontario?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) and others will be keen to watch the development of recreational cannabis policy in Ontario as…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks to Stash in Your TFSA in May

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are attractive ahead of earnings in May.

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Investing

2 Energy Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Future

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Energy stocks such as Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) could have plenty of room to run…

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