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Author: Andrew Walker

Andrew has an MBA and has been writing for The Motley Fool Canada since 2014. As a contrarian investor, Andrew seeks out dividend opportunities the market is missing. He is a big fan of harnessing the power of compounding to grow a portfolio for retirement.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

A Simple 2-Stock Portfolio for Dividend Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) deserve a closer look right now.

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Investing

Is Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Still a Good Investment?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is at a three-month low. Here's what investors need to know.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Ways Canadians Can Avoid Running Out of Money in Retirement

| Andrew Walker

Investing in a dividend stock like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is just one part of the puzzle to help…

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Tech Stocks

Is Sierra Wireless Inc. About to Plunge?

| Andrew Walker

Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) is at a pivotal point. Here's what investors need to know.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Kinross Gold Corporation Be Your Top Gold Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) is attracting some contrarian interest.

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Put Bank of Nova Scotia on Your Growth Radar

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) might be the best pick right now among the Big Five.

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: 2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks You Can Actually Rely on

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) are top picks in the current environment.

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Dividend Stocks

Cenovus Energy Inc.: Should Dividend Investors Buy the Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) offers a 5% yield that might just survive.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc.: Why Dividend Investors Should Buy the Stock Now

| Andrew Walker

Here's why recent weakness in BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is an opportunity to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Is Royal Bank of Canada a Smart Buy Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before buying Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

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Dividend Stocks

Is TransCanada Corporation Still a Safe Dividend Bet?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what dividend investors need to know before buying TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP).

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy Sun Life Financial Inc. Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) deserves to be in your dividend portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Should You Buy Bank of Montreal Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is pulling back a bit after a solid run last month. Here's what investors need to…

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Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Investors Buy Telus Corporation Today?

| Andrew Walker

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is approaching a 4% yield. Here's what investors need to know before they buy the stock.

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Investing

Is This the Right Time to Buy Canadian National Railway Company?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has pulled back in the past three months. Here's what investors need to know before…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Oversold Dividend Stocks for Long-Term Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) are on sale right now.

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Investing

Should Value Investors Buy Teck Resources Ltd. Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is up 20% since the dividend cut.

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Baytex Energy Corp. or Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before buying Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS).

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Investors Buy Telus Corporation or Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.?

| Andrew Walker

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) are both attractive dividend stocks, but one is a safer bet right…

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Which Is a Better Investment: Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. or Baytex Energy Corp.?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) are both enjoying the recovery in oil prices, but one…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Big Dividends for Income-Seeking Retirees

| Andrew Walker

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

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Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Investors Buy Goldcorp Inc.?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Investing

Is This the Right Time to Buy Agrium Inc.?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Dividend Stocks

2 Great Dividend Stocks to Fill Your Expanded TFSA

| Andrew Walker

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

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Investing

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

| Andrew Walker

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

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Bank Stocks

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

| 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…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This the Right Time to Buy Barrick Gold Corporation?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Energy Stocks

Should Encana Corporation Be Your Top Oil Rebound Pick?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Dividend Stocks

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

| 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…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Start a Balanced Portfolio

| 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.

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Investing

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

| 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…

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Energy Stocks

Should Contrarian Investors Bet on Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Silver Wheaton Corp. About to Rally?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Dividend Stocks

Is BCE Inc. Still a Safe Dividend Bet?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This the Right Time to Buy Cameco Corporation?

| 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…

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Andrew Walker

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

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Could Baytex Energy Corp. Hit $35?

| 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.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Toronto-Dominion Bank Still a Smart Dividend Bet?

| Andrew Walker

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

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Watch: Teck Resources Ltd.

| Andrew Walker

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

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Investing

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

| 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…

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