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Joey Frenette

Joey Frenette

Joey Frenette is a journalist, University of British Columbia graduate, ex-engineer, Warren Buffett fanatic, and Fool who's completed CFA Level 1. He’s been investing since 2014 and is always on the hunt for value, regardless of the market "weather." Before writing at The Motley Fool, Joey worked as an analyst/developer at several Canadian small- and mid-cap software firms, including Syscon and Avigilon. Beyond Motley Fool, Joey’s work can be found at TipRanks and InvestorPlace. Follow or send him a message on X (or Twitter) @realJoeFrenette

Recent Articles

Investing

Warren Buffett Is Getting Repaid $3 Billion From This Undervalued Canadian Growth King That’s Ripe for Lift-Off in 2018

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is finally paying back Warren Buffett -- a move that will allow the company to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Disturbing New Trend Sees Investors Replacing Gold With Bitcoin

| Joey Frenette

Many investors may not realize how much risk they're introducing into their portfolios with Bitcoin and cryptocurrency-exposed securities such as…

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Investing

2 Red-Hot Canadian Gems to Play on the Rise of E-commerce

| Joey Frenette

Here are two top-tier ways to play the rise of e-commerce. Cargojet Inc. (TSX:CJT) is one such gem you should…

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Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Surges ~12% in a Day: Why the Stock Could Easily Double in 2018

| Joey Frenette

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) surged along with the biotech and pharma industry. Here's why investors should expect more big…

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Investing

Air Canada vs. WestJet Airlines Ltd.: Which Airline Flies Higher in 2018?

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) are two top airlines that Canadians should be riding today, but which…

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Tech Stocks

Could BlackBerry Ltd. Be 1 of the Biggest Rebound Stories of 2018?

| Joey Frenette

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is a terrific rebound candidate, but could shares be ripe for a breakout in the new year?

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Investing

This Is the Number 1 Cannabis Stock to Own for the Next Decade

| Joey Frenette

Of the Big Three cannabis producers in Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED), Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB), and Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH), here's…

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Investing

The Real Reason Why Tim Hortons Is Seeing Weak Comps

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and weak comps at Tim Hortons have been the talk of the town of late.…

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Investing

A 5 Stock Small-Cap Portfolio That Can Bring Your Long-Term Returns to the Next Level

| Joey Frenette

Looking for next-level growth? Try this small-cap portfolio, which gives you exposure to red-hot emerging markets in addition to up-and-coming…

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Investing

Bitcoin Makes Marijuana Stocks Look Like Safe Investments

| Joey Frenette

Here's why investors would be better off investing in Canadian marijuana producers, like Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED), and not cryptocurrencies,…

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Investing

3 Value-Growth Stocks That Are Well Positioned to Make Up for Lost Time in 2018

| Joey Frenette

Here are three growth stocks that are trading a discount that smart investors should load up on as we head…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Inc.: Why Shares May Correct to $90 Before the Next Sustained Rally

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a difficult stock to own of late. Here's how things could get even uglier in 2018.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Banks You’ll Want to Load Up on in 2018

| Joey Frenette

Here are my two top banks that investors should be buying over the next year. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce…

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Investing

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited: This Rock-Solid Retailer Is Fortunate Because it’s Able

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is a fantastic stock to buy for 2018 and beyond. Here's why investors shouldn't be…

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Dividend Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank: An Incredible Dividend-Growth King You Should Pay Up for Today

| Joey Frenette

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is arguably Canada's best bank stock for many reasons. Here's why investors should back up the truck…

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Bank Stocks

Laurentian Bank Plunges ~8% After Internal Audit Discovers Mortgage Documentation Issues: Time to Sell?

| Joey Frenette

Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) took a hit on the chin Tuesday after it was revealed there were issues with mortgages sold…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Inc.: The Double-Digit Dividend Growth Continues! Time to Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) keeps its dividend-raise promise. Here's why investors should continue to buy shares on weakness.

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Investing

1 Undervalued Growth Stock to Gift Yourself This Holiday Season

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is a fantastic growth story that's on sale as we head closer to the holidays.…

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Dividend Stocks

How Are the Big 3 Going to Respond to the Rising Threat of Freedom Mobile?

| Joey Frenette

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) all have major long-term headwinds, including a rise in…

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Bank Stocks

Short Sellers Targeting Royal Bank of Canada and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Will Lose Their Shirts

| Joey Frenette

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are being shorted by PAA Research. Here's why…

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Investing

Aphria Inc. to Be Shoppers Drug Mart’s Cannabis Supplier: Time to Buy Loblaw Companies Ltd.?

| Joey Frenette

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) won a supply deal with Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) under the condition that it receives approval from…

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Investing

Roots Corp.: Is it Time to Buy Shares of This Iconic Canadian Retailer Before Earnings?

| Joey Frenette

Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT) has fallen below its IPO price, but I don't think it'll remain this low for long.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Canadians Are Getting a Raw Deal With Wireless Plans and How This Will Change Over the Long Term

| Joey Frenette

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is attempting to break the triopoly of the Big Three and introduce competition to an industry…

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Bank Stocks

Home Capital Group Inc.: Could This Tailwind Cause Shares to Rebound?

| Joey Frenette

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) shares are back in the green. Should rebound investors give the alternative lender another look?

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Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: The Best Long-Term Rebound Play on the TSX?

| Joey Frenette

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) looks like it's on the road to a rebound. Here's why investors may want to…

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Investing

Better Buy: Canada Goose Holdings Inc. or Roots Corp.?

| Joey Frenette

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) and Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT) are two great retailers that had recent IPOs. Which, if any,…

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Investing

Canadian National Railway Company: Is Today an Opportune Time to Buy the Dip?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is a dividend-growth king that can't seem to break out. Should you buy it today?

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Investing

Cott Corp. Shares Have Soared ~45% YTD: Is There More Room to Run?

| Joey Frenette

Cott Corp. (TSX:BCB)(NYSE:COT) has been a high flyer this year, but is it too late to cash in on the…

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Dividend Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc.: Is the Stock Too Expensive Today?

| Joey Frenette

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is a safe way to bet on the oil patch, but is the price of admission…

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Investing

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc.: A Strong Buy Following Record Q2 Earnings

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) knocked one out of the ballpark for its latest quarter. Here's why investors should back…

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Investing

Aurora Cannabis Inc. Nosedives 14%: Is it Time to Ring the Register?

| Joey Frenette

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) took a major hit on the chin following CanniMed's underwhelming response to its takeover offer. Should…

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Investing

Aurora Cannabis Inc. Surges ~153% in a Month: Can it Catch Up to Canopy Growth Corp.?

| Joey Frenette

Are Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) shares too hot to handle at current levels? Or is the company going after Canopy…

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Investing

A Rock-Solid Canadian Retailer You’ve Likely Forgotten About That’s on Sale!

| Joey Frenette

Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) is a terrific Canadian retailer that investors may want to buy on the recent…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: This High-Quality ~5.8% Yielder Is on Sale!

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:SRU.UN) is a cheap, high-income stock that's a perfect fit for any income investor's TFSA.

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Investing

Forget Amazon.com, Inc.! Canadian Grocers Should Fear This Behemoth More

| Joey Frenette

Shareholders of Canadian grocers such as Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) should be wary of this strong retailer that's already in…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Inc.: Why Shareholders Have the Right to Be Worried

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) shares nosedived ~7% in a day. Here's why things could get uglier going forward.

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Investing

What’s the Best Canadian Retail Stock to Buy Today?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and another stock are two hot Canadian retailers, but which one's the best bet today?

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Tech Stocks

Maxar Technologies Ltd. Is Shooting for the Stars: Can it Rocket Even Higher?

| Joey Frenette

Maxar Technologies Ltd. (TSX:MAXR)(NYSE:MAXR) is a fantastic business that's a must-buy before U.S. investors start taking notice.

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Investing

A High-Flying Growth Stock You’ve Probably Never Heard of

| Joey Frenette

Cargojet Inc. (TSX:CJT) has been an incredible performer that looks poised to fly even higher as tailwinds mount. Here's why…

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Investing

Metro, Inc.: Will its E-Commerce Efforts Be Enough to Offset Competition From Amazon.com. Inc.?

| Joey Frenette

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) is doing a great job adapting to a changing grocery retail landscape, but will it be enough…

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