Andrew Walker, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Dividend Stocks

2 Big Dividends for Income-Seeking Retirees

April 30, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) are solid picks for income investors.

Should Dividend Investors Buy Goldcorp Inc.?

April 29, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) might increase its monthly payout.

Investing

Is This the Right Time to Buy Agrium Inc.?

April 29, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) is in a downward trend. Here's what investors need to know before buying the dip.

Dividend Stocks

2 Great Dividend Stocks to Fill Your Expanded TFSA

April 28, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) and Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) are top TFSA picks.

Investing

Is it Time to Buy SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.?

April 28, 2015 | Andrew Walker

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) is moving higher. Here's what investors need to know.

Bank Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia vs. Sun Life Financial Inc.: Which Is a Better Way to Play International Growth?

April 28, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know when evaluating Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) for…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This the Right Time to Buy Barrick Gold Corporation?

April 27, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corporation (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is trying to reinvent itself. Here's what investors need to know.

Energy Stocks

Should Encana Corporation Be Your Top Oil Rebound Pick?

April 27, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before they buy Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA).

Dividend Stocks

Is Toronto-Dominion Bank a Safer Dividend Investment Than Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

April 27, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are both on a roll, but one is a better…

Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Start a Balanced Portfolio

April 24, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are solid picks to start a dividend portfolio.

Investing

Did Rogers Communications Inc. Go Offside With the NHL Deal?

April 24, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is in the penalty box right now, but long-term investors know the game is far from…

Energy Stocks

Should Contrarian Investors Bet on Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.?

April 23, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) has more than doubled off the January lows. Here's what investors need to know before…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Silver Wheaton Corp. About to Rally?

April 23, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) could be bottoming out. Here's what investors need to know.

Dividend Stocks

Is BCE Inc. Still a Safe Dividend Bet?

April 22, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Changes in the media business will affect BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE). Here's what investors need to know.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This the Right Time to Buy Cameco Corporation?

April 22, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) just signed a big supply deal with India, but some other issues are still holding the stock…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Two Power Stocks to Generate Growth in Your Income Portfolio

April 22, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) are attractive picks right now.

Energy Stocks

Could Baytex Energy Corp. Hit $35?

April 21, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Batex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) is on a roll. Here's what you need to know before you buy the stock.

Is Toronto-Dominion Bank Still a Smart Dividend Bet?

April 21, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what you need to know before buying Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Watch: Teck Resources Ltd.

April 20, 2015 | Andrew Walker

It doesn't really matter if Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) cuts its dividend. Here's why.

Investing

Should You Buy Sun Life Financial Inc. or Manulife Financial Corp. as a Play on Asia?

April 20, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) are betting big on Asia, but one has an…

Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for Conservative Investors

April 17, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) might be boring, but the returns they generate certainly aren't.

Which Is a Better Dividend Investment: Bank of Montreal or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

April 17, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what you need to know about Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) before you…

Energy Stocks

Which Is the Best Investment: Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. or Encana Corporation?

April 16, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) offer upside potential in a recovering oil market, but one…

Dividend Stocks

Cenovus Energy Inc.: Should Income Investors Buy, Sell, or Hold?

April 16, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) could be setting up for a big move. Here's why.

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Should You Buy TransCanada Corporation Right Now?

April 16, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what income investors need to know before they buy TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP).

Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for Every Investor

April 15, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) are great dividend picks regardless of your investing timeline.

Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy Inc. Now?

April 15, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is fully valued, but strength in downstream operations could send the stock higher. Here's why.

Investing

Contrarian Investors: Should You Buy SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. or Bombardier Inc.?

April 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) and Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) are attracting attention, but one is a better bet right now.

Investing

2 Stocks to Watch During Modi’s Visit to Canada

April 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why investors in Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) should be big fans of India's prime…

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Pembina Pipeline Corp.

April 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) should be on your radar right now.

Investing

Should You Buy Manulife Financial Corp.?

April 13, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before they buy Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC).

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Reasons to Make Telus Corporation Your Top Telecom Bet

April 13, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) has a huge advantage over its peers.

Investing

Canadian National Railway Company: 4 Reasons Investors Should Be All Aboard

April 13, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why big profits should continue to chug along at Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI).

Metals and Mining Stocks

Contrarian Investors: 2 Stocks the Market Hates That You Should Own

April 10, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) should be on your radar.

Investing

Millennials: 3 Reasons You Should Own Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.

April 10, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why young investors should consider Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT).

Bank Stocks

4 Simple Reasons to Buy Bank of Nova Scotia

April 9, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) could be your best bet in the financial sector right now.

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 2 Stocks You Can Truly Buy and Hold Forever

April 9, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are great picks for your income portfolio.

Investing

Is it Finally Safe to Buy Bombardier Inc.?

April 9, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has stabilized the balance sheet, but that might not be reason enough to buy the stock. Here's…

Tech Stocks

Could Sierra Wireless Inc. Hit $60?

April 9, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) is finding some support after the recent pullback. Here's what you need to know before buying…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: 2 Monthly Dividends You Can Trust

April 9, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's how Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) can help pensioners bridge their monthly income gaps.

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