Chris MacDonald, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

The TSX Is More Overvalued Than Many Global Markets: Time to Invest Outside Canada

March 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

The global equity market is a big place; investing in companies like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is a good start, but investors…

Investing

Cryptocurrencies: The Volatility Continues

March 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin remains extremely volatile. Look to solid long-term alternative investments such as Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN) for protection in this environment.

Investing

Aurora Cannabis Inc. Investors: More Dilution Is Ahead

March 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

On Friday, Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) announced it has agreed to terms with CanniMed Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:CMED) and will begin integrating the…

Dividend Stocks

This 6.2% Yield Is One of the Safest on the TSX

March 6, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

With a yield of more than 6%, Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is one of the safest ways for income-focused investors to earn…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Time to Add This Dividend Gem to Your Piggy Bank?

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) continues to have the best yield and present the best value when compared to its…

Investing

Traders: Here’s a Long-Short Strategy for Canada’s Telecommunications Sector

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) could make an excellent long-short play for investors looking to pick winners and…

Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: These 2 Stocks Are Poised to Take Off in 2018

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Canadian Pacific Railway (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) and Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) continue to be great long-term plays. Here's why.

Forget Gold: Focus on Copper and Zinc With These 2 Companies

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Hudbay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM)(NYSE:HBM) and Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) are two excellent Canadian base metals producers every investor should consider.

Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Is Now the Time to Consider Cenovus Energy Inc.?

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) has been hit hard in recent years, presenting investors with a compelling value play opportunity. Here's why…

Dividend Stocks

Why Value Investing and Building Financial Models Is More Important Than Ever

March 3, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Based on my financial model, Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) may be approaching "buy" territory. Building models is one way investors can avoid…

Dividend Stocks

Another Reason Why Suncor Energy Inc. Is an Excellent Long-Term Value Play

February 28, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Suncor Energy Inc.'s (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) dividend-growth rate of more than 12% is often forgotten. This company is an excellent long-term income…

Tech Stocks

Bullish on Artificial Intelligence? Consider Shopify Inc.

February 28, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Will Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) become a leader in artificial intelligence?

Tech Stocks

Looking for a Double Up in 2018? This Stock May Do Just That

February 27, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

A massive opportunity in IoT could send shares of Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NYSE:SWIR) much higher. Is it time to buy?

Investing

Don’t Be Tricked by Cineplex Inc.’s Recent Earnings Release

February 26, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Despite rising more than 6% on Friday following an earnings release which many believe was excellent, I believe Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX)…

Investing

Why Has Canopy Growth Corp. Dropped Nearly 40% Since the Beginning of the Year?

February 20, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Here are a few reasons why Canopy Growth Corp.'s (TSX:WEED) stock price has taken a hit of late, and why this…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Looking to Hedge Your Portfolio? This Company Is Pure Gold

February 20, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

With markets teetering sideways in recent weeks, gold miners such as Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) can provide investors with a much-needed…

Investing

Amid Improving Margins, Air Canada Is Still 1 of the Best Value Plays Out There

February 20, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

As Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) continues to take off, should investors jump on board?

Dividend Stocks

Looking for a Contrarian Value Play? Consider Choice Properties Real Est Invstmnt Trst

February 20, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Choice Properties Real Est Invstmnt Trst (TSX:CHP.UN) is slated to become Canada's largest REIT following an acquisition of Canadian REIT (TSX:REF.UN).

Investing

Was Shaw Communications Inc.’s Voluntary Buyout Program a Disaster?

February 20, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Has Shaw Communications Inc.'s (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) buyout program really been a disaster, or should investors buy the dip?

Investing

Canada Goose Holdings Inc.: A Case Study in the Nearsightedness of the Market

February 17, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Why Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) may still have much more room to run, following a double-digit dip post-earnings.

Why This Investment Makes Sense for Aurora Cannabis Inc. Long Term

February 14, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

The recently announced $104 million investment by Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) in Liquor Stores N.A. Ltd. (TSX:LIQ) is a good one. Here's why.

Dividend Stocks

Remember, Long-Term Investors: Short-Term Volatility Is a Good Thing

February 13, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

How do you combat a potential bear market? Buy more shares of companies such as Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN).

Why B.C.’s Distribution and Retail Plan Should Worry Cannabis Investors

February 13, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

How the distribution and retail plans of B.C. and other Canadian Provinces are likely to affect large cannabis producers such…

Investing

The Story Behind Tim Hortons’ Same-Store Sales Numbers

February 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

With same-store sales declining for the Tim Horton's segment of Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR), should investors be worried?

Investing

What the Changing Fundamentals of Canada’s Mortgage System Means for Investors

February 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) or Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) may come out ahead due to recent stress test rules put in place…

Investing

Aphria Inc. Divests U.S. Assets: Time to Buy?

February 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Are Aphria Inc.'s (TSX:APH) divestitures a good thing for investors, given the fact that Aphria's share price is down approximately 35%…

Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Why Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. Deserves a Deeper Look

February 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

The recent acquisition by Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) of Carillion Canada Holdings Inc.'s Canadian assets is one which highlights one…

Cannabis Investors: Put These 2 Stocks in Your Pipe and Smoke Them

February 12, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Instead of focusing all of your attention on the big cannabis players, look at smaller companies such as Cronos Group…

Is Now the Time to Buy Cannabis Firms as Valuation Multiples Come Down?

February 7, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Are Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) and other pot stocks actually cheap at current levels, or should investors expect a continued pullback?

Where Ontario’s Minimum Wage Increase Is Most Likely to Hurt Cannabis Producers

February 6, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

How will rising minimum wages affect Canadian cannabis producers such as Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) or Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)?

Tech Stocks

Growth Investors: This Canadian Tech Company Is up More Than 26% Year to Date!

February 6, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Avigilon Corp. (TSX:AVO) has just announced it agreed to be bought by Motorola Solutions Inc. (NYSE:MSI) for $1.2 billion in cash, a move which…