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Author: 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

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Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Opportunity or Value Trap?

| Joey Frenette

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has shown signs of improvement under Joseph Papa. Should investors take a risk on the…

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Investing

Why More Major Companies May Want a Weed Deal of Their Own With Canadian Marijuana Producers

| Joey Frenette

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) surged to record highs following the investment by Constellations Brands Inc. (NYSE:STZ). Here's why more large companies…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: This Dividend-Growth King Just Hiked its Dividend by 38%

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) recorded an incredible quarter to go with a massive 38% dividend hike. Here's why TFSA…

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Energy Stocks

Why Cenovus Energy Inc. Is a “Pound-the-Table” Buy on the Dip

| Joey Frenette

Here's why long-term investors should strongly consider backing up the truck on Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) as it continues to…

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Investing

This Hidden Gem Has Nearly Been a 10-Bagger Over the Last 5 Years!

| Joey Frenette

StorageVault Canada Inc. (TSXV:SVI) is an up-and-coming winner that may graduate to the TSX next year. Here's what investors should…

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Investing

Ranking the Top 4 Canadian Marijuana Stocks

| Joey Frenette

As the Canadian marijuana industry lights up, let's look at which ones, such as Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH), will be best…

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Investing

Bombardier, Inc.: EgyptAir Intends to Buy up to 24 CS300s — Time to Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) stock appears to have turned a corner. Should investors buy after recent positive developments?

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Investing

Are Canadian Marijuana Growth Stocks Safer to Own as Political Risks Gradually Fade?

| Joey Frenette

Cannabis stocks such as Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) keep surging to new highs. Should investors still be cautious?

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Investing

This Income Fund Has Tripled Over the Last 4 Years: Time to Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Boyd Group Income Fund (TSX:BYD.UN) is an underrated M&A superstar that many investors should add to their radars.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: This Costly Mistake Could Cost You Your Retirement

| Joey Frenette

Here's why income investors shouldn't pay huge premiums for high-yield stocks with meagre growth profiles, like BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE).

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Bank Stocks

Home Capital Group Inc.: Is the Stock Due for a Bounce?

| Joey Frenette

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) shares appear to be in limbo. Is it time to buy the stock as the…

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Investing

Cronos Group Inc.: This Canadian Marijuana Stock Has Outperformed Canopy Growth Corp. Over the Last Year

| Joey Frenette

Cronos Group Inc. (TSXV:MJN) has more than tripled over the past year, outperforming Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) by a huge…

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Energy Stocks

Fortis Inc.: Should Defensive Investors Own the Stock as Interest Rates Rise?

| Joey Frenette

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a stable, low-risk defensive stock with an above-average growth profile. Here's why investors should strongly consider…

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Investing

Aurora Cannabis Inc. Rockets ~15% in a Day: Is it a Must-Buy Today?

| Joey Frenette

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) shares are skyrocketing. Could shares of ACB catch up to the cannabis king?

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Investing

TFSA Growth Investors: 2 Industry Consolidators With Explosive Long-Term Upside Potential

| Joey Frenette

Here's why growth investors should consider adding strong industry consolidators such as Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) to their TFSAs today.

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Investing

This Fine Canadian Retailer Will Have No Problem Fighting Off Amazon.com, Inc.

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is a retailer with staying power. Here's why investors should be optimistic as it fights…

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Investing

Aritzia Inc.: The Pain Continues. When Will it Stop?

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) is quickly approaching single-digit territory. Is the stock going to hit a bottom eventually?

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Could Spin Master Corp. Reinvent the Storytelling Experience With its Latest Partnership?

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) may have found a hidden gem that could reinvent story time forever.

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Investing

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc.: Why the Future of the Convenience Store Looks Bright

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) shares have lagged partially due to investor fears. But here's why those fears are unwarranted.

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Investing

Badger Daylighting Ltd. Is Showing Signs of Improvement: Is it a Safe Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) has been showing improvements of late, but does it make sense to own shares with many…

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Investing

Manulife Financial Corp.: Should You Buy After a Solid Q3 2017?

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) reported strong numbers, and management announced it's exploring exit options for its John Hancock business.

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The Motley Fool
Investing

BCE Inc.: Why Now May Be a Wise Time to Take Profits Off the Table

| Joey Frenette

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) delivered solid Q3 2017 numbers, but here's why a post-earnings rally should be treated as an exit…

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: A High-Risk/High-Reward Stock for Patient Rebound Hunters

| Joey Frenette

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is picking up negative momentum. Should you buy the dip or follow the herd?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Undervalued REITs to Load Up on Today

| Joey Frenette

Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (TSX:AAR.UN) and SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:SRU.UN) are two cheap REITs that TFSA Investors should…

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Investing

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc.: An Undervalued Growth Stock That Could Fly High in 2018

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) shares have slowed down, but growth is far from dried up. Here's why investors should…

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Investing

Forget Roots Corp.! Here’s a Clothing Stock That’s Also a Dividend-Growth King

| Joey Frenette

If you're hungry for a clothing stock, don't buy Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT). Buy shares of this predictable dividend-growth player instead.

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Investing

How Much Higher Can Air Canada Fly?

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) has been one of the hottest performers on the TSX over the past year. Is there still…

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Telus Corporation: The Future Is Volatile

| Joey Frenette

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is about to experience a rocky road as headwinds mount. Is it time to sell?

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Loblaw Companies Ltd.: Should Investors Fear the Amazon.com, Inc. Effect?

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) has been a solid grocer of late, but does it still make sense to own shares…

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Investing

Canopy Growth Corp. Surges 14.4% in a Day: Could Shares Hit $25 Before Year’s End?

| Joey Frenette

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) is skyrocketing to new highs. Should investors jump on board, or is it too late?

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Dividend Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc.’s Wireless Business Could Receive Competitive Advantages From Regulators

| Joey Frenette

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) may be disrupting the Canadian telecom space faster than we think. Here's why you should pick…

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Tech Stocks

Are CGI Group Inc. Shares Ready to Surge?

| Joey Frenette

CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) has seen its stock and its revenue flat-line over the years. Is it time to jump…

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Stocks for Beginners

Are Canada’s Airlines Becoming More Recession-Proof?

| Joey Frenette

The airline industry may be taking an industry-wide shift for the better, as Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and WestJet Airlines Ltd.…

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Investing

Restaurant Brands International Inc.: Patient Investors Will Be Rewarded

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) delivered underwhelming comp numbers for its two newest brands, all while its franchisee dispute heats…

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Investing

This Cheap Restaurant Stock Surged Over 20% During the Last 2 Months

| Joey Frenette

Cara Operations Ltd. (TSX:CARA) is a cheap stock that's starting to pick up positive momentum. Is now a good time…

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Dividend Stocks

Brookfield Renewable Partners LP: A High Yield With a Side of Dividend Growth and Capital Gains

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) is an incredible holding for those with a long-term investment horizon. Here's why investors should…

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Energy Stocks

Husky Energy Inc. May Be Nearing a Bottom

| Joey Frenette

Shares of Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) have been doing quite well of late. Could a dividend reinstatement be on the…

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Investing

This Future Dividend-Growth King Just Hiked its Dividend by ~17%

| Joey Frenette

Waste Connections Inc. (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) is a terrific dividend-growth player that many Canadians should have on their radars. Should you buy…

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Investing

Here’s How the Growth Will Return at Cineplex Inc.

| Joey Frenette

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) has been a dud this year, but with a 4.4% dividend yield and new plans for growth,…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Inc. Takes Another Left Hook to the Chin

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is back in the red following retorts by management. Should investors throw in the towel before another…

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