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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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Investing

Do These 3 Clothing Stocks Belong in Your Portfolio for the Remainder of 2018?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT) and other clothing stocks have soared in 2018, but it will be a tall order to keep…

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Investing

2 Gaming Stocks That Could Fuel Huge Gains in Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Great Canadian Gaming Corp. (TSX:GC) and Stars Group Inc. (TSX:TSGI)(NASDAQ:TSG) are solid growth options for any portfolio.

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2 Small-Cap Growth Stocks to Consider for Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors on the hunt for growth in their TFSA should look to stocks like Freshii Inc. (TSX:FRII) and The Second…

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3 Dividend Stocks to Watch as Consumers Face More Pressure in 2018

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

High debt and rising interest rates in Canada could hurt stocks like Richelieu Hardware Ltd. (TSX:RCH) and others.

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Does Hydro One Ltd. Belong in Your Portfolio?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) may take a beating this election season but investors should not necessarily turn away from this…

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Energy Stocks

Are These 3 Energy Stocks Overbought After a Rally in Oil Prices?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (TSX:GTE)(NYSE:GTE) and others have surged on oil’s renewed strength, and geopolitical events may push them even…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Could a U.S.-North Korea Breakthrough Sink Gold Stocks?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

An agreement between the United States and North Korea could drive down prices for Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) and others.

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India Is King of Emerging Markets in 2018: Buy This 1 Stock Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

India is attracting huge foreign investment in 2018, which should drive Canadian investors to Fairfax India Holdings Corp. (TSX:FIH.U).

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Tech Stocks

An Extended Bitcoin Rally Could Boost These Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Volumes have surged in cryptocurrency markets in recent weeks, which could be great news for GoldMoney Inc. (TSX:XAU) and others.

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2 Dividend Stocks Yielding Over 6% to Add to Your TFSA Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Fiera Capital Corp. (TSX:FSZ) and Gluskin Sheff & Associates Inc. (TSX:GS) stocks boasts good dividends and could see a boost…

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3 Agriculture Stocks to Watch This Spring

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Stocks like Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) have struggled in 2018 but could conceivably see a boost with a modernized NAFTA deal.

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Bank Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank Slips Under $70 in April: 3 Reasons to Buy Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock is offering up enticing value in the month of April.

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2 Stocks Struggling in 2018 That Are Worth a Look Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) and Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) stocks have struggled in 2018 but both could be great buys…

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Battle for the Toronto Market: Should You Bet on BCE Inc. or Rogers Communications Inc.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are opening new competition in the fierce Toronto market.

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Investing

Bank of Canada Holds Off on Rate Hike: Good News for These 3 Stocks?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Interest rate hikes have been put on pause for now, but Canadians are feeling the pressure, which could hurt stocks…

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These 2 Stocks Could Be Impacted by the Ontario Election

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

An increasingly ferocious Ontario election could impact stocks such as Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) and Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG).

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Tech Stocks

Governments Sound Alarm Over Cyber Warfare: Time to Buy BlackBerry Ltd.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stands to gain from an increased focus from governments on improving cybersecurity.

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TSX Headed Over 17,000 in 2018? These Stocks Could Soar With it

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Some experts are predicting the TSX will soar in the latter half of 2018, which could see stocks like Magna…

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Investing

2 Beverage Companies Jump Into Cannabis Retail: Should You Buy Today?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The Second Cup Ltd. (TSX:SCU) and Liquor Stores N.A. Ltd. (TSX:LIQ) are looking to receive a boost from cannabis retail.

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4 Dividend Stocks That Belong in Your TFSA as Canadians Await Infrastructure Action

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The pressure is on for more infrastructure spending in North America, which should benefit Stantec Inc. (TSX:STN)(NYSE:STN) and others.

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Investing

A Bargain or a Falling Knife? 3 Media Stocks to Consider Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) and other media stocks have been battered by severe volatility in the opening months of 2018.

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Dollarama Inc. and National Bank Stocks Are at or Near 2018 Lows: Is it Time to Buy?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) have slumped in 2018 but could come at great value today.

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Is Bombardier, Inc. a Buy Ahead of Q1 Results?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) stock has surged in early 2018, and investors are eagerly awaiting its first-quarter results in May.

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Betting on a TSX Resurgence? Buy These 3 Bargain Stocks

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The TSX is in a good position to rebound, which could mean stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) are going…

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Energy Stocks

Can Oil Stocks Lead a Spring Comeback for the TSX?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and other energy giants have surged as geopolitical tensions have driven oil higher.

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Seeking Income in Your TFSA? 4 Stocks to Buy Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors should be loading up on stocks such as Canadian Utilities Ltd. (TSX:CU) to provide income in their TFSAs.

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Tech Stocks

Is Evolving Global Internet Policy Good or Bad News for Tucows Inc.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Tucows Inc. (TSX:TC)(NASDAQ:TCX) is still trading near all-time highs after a turbulent January and early February this year.

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Tech Stocks

AI Development Is Critical for These Stocks in 2018

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The development of AI technology is promising for companies like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP), but reliance on data collection could emerge…

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Investors Should Load Up on Canadian Bank Stocks Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and other Canadian banks could be attractive buys, as stocks have struggled to start 2018.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Gold and Silver Continue to Climb After Friday’s Syria Strikes?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) stock and the price of gold and silver generally could rise as U.S. strikes on Syria…

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Should You Buy the Dip in Canadian Airline Stocks?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) stocks have struggled out of the gate in 2018.

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4 Dividend Stocks That Are Perfect for Your TFSA

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors should look to stash stocks like BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H), and others in their TFSA for…

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Millennials: Should You Bet on the Cannabis Market and Blockchain Technology Today?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

In the aftermath of the mania that drove up the asset prices of stocks like Mogo Finance Technology Inc. (TSX:MOGO),…

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Top 4 Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio This Spring

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The TSX has sputtered in 2018 thus far, but stocks like Jamieson Wellness Inc. (TSX:JWEL) are still highly attractive options…

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U.S. and Canada Hike Military Spending: Buy These 3 Defence Stocks Now

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Increased defence spending will likely provide positive growth for CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) and others in the next decade.

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Better Buy to Beat the TSX: Canada Goose Holdings Inc. or MedReleaf Corp.?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) and MedReleaf Corp. (TSX:LEAF) have throttled the TSX since being listed in 2017.

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These 3 Dividend Stars Deserve a Place in Your RRSP

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Dividend stocks like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) still belong in your retirement portfolio, even after a choppy start to 2018.

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Can Canada Housing Rally in Spring?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The threat of another rate increase may batter Canada housing stocks such as Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) and Home Capital…

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Balance Growth and Income in Your TFSA With These 4 Stocks in April

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors looking for a mix of income and growth should look to Andrew Peller Ltd. (TSX:ADW.A) and other stocks in…

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Bank Stocks

Will a Slowing Economy Continue to Drag Down the Top 2 Canadian Bank Stocks?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and another stock have been dragged down due to a suffering Canadian market.

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