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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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Canadian Tire Corporation Limited Is a Screaming Buy in 2017

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is a very strong retailer that's priced at a huge discount to its intrinsic value…

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Income Investors: Is Shaw Communications Inc. the Best Telecom for 2017?

| Joey Frenette

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is ready to steal market share away from the Big Three incumbents. Is it time to…

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Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. Has 44% Upside

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) is going to enjoy a huge earnings boost this year thanks to synergies unlocked from…

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Canopy Growth Corp. Will Be Great Again

| Joey Frenette

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:CGC) is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 25% over the next four years.…

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Income Investors: This Is the Best Dividend-Growth Stock on the TSX

| Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is one of Bill Gates' favourite stocks. The company has the ability to grow its…

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1 Incredible Dividend Stock Warren Buffett Would Love to Own

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) is a boring, predictable utility stock that could be a dividend-growth superstar in the works.

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Income Investors: Is Rogers Communications Inc. a Buy on the Dip?

| Joey Frenette

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) has enjoyed wireless subscriber growth over the last year. Could this mean a nice rebound and…

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1 Undervalued Dividend Stock to Buy in 2017

| Joey Frenette

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) offers a high dividend yield at a very reasonable valuation. I believe the company is set to…

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Energy Stocks

Bullish on Natural Gas? Buy Painted Pony Petroleum Ltd.

| Joey Frenette

Painted Pony Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PPY) is a fast-growing petroleum producer that has flown under the radar of most investors. Is…

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Can You Double Your Money With ProMetic Life Sciences Inc.?

| Joey Frenette

ProMetic Life Sciences Inc. (TSX:PLI) has a great pipeline of impressive drugs. Could this be your ticket to huge profits…

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3 Contrarian Picks for the New Year

| Joey Frenette

Empire Companies Limited (TSX:EMP.A), Hudson's Bay Co (TSX:HBC), and BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) are interesting contrarian plays that you could add…

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Why I Wouldn’t Touch Power Corporation of Canada

| Joey Frenette

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) owns some old businesses that are depreciating over the long term. I would steer clear…

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Canopy Growth Corp.: Weeding Out the Short-Term Thinkers

| Joey Frenette

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:CGC) had a terrific 2016, but are impressive returns in store for the new year?

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More Downside Ahead for Spin Master Corp.

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) has been pulling back after news of defective Hatchimals units. I believe there's more downside ahead…

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Is Jean Coutu Group PJC Inc. a Top Pick for 2017?

| Joey Frenette

Jean Coutu Group PJC Inc. (TSX:PJC.A) is very cheap right now and could soar over the next few years.

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Bank Stocks

Why Toronto-Dominion Bank Isn’t Expensive

| Joey Frenette

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is considered an expensive stock by many investors, but it's actually undervalued right now given the tailwinds.

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Hydro One Ltd.: Buy the Dip?

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) is a fantastic business with a monopoly in Ontario's transmission lines and pays a safe, high…

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1 Canadian REIT That’s a Screaming Buy for 2017

| Joey Frenette

Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CHP.UN) is as safe as it gets when it comes to REITs. Buy it…

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Why I’m Avoiding IGM Financial Inc. Like the Plague

| Joey Frenette

IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) has been in a house of pain for the last few years. The stock is really…

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Spin Master Corp. Is Spinning Out of Control

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is pulling back violently due to a huge amount of failing Hatchimals units. Expect more downside…

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Is TransCanada Corporation a Must-Buy Going into 2017?

| Joey Frenette

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is going to ride a number of catalysts that will propel the stock higher in 2017.

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Why Warren Buffett Isn’t a Fan of Traditional Utilities

| Joey Frenette

Warren Buffett made it clear in his last annual letter to shareholders that utilities such as Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are…

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Why Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Will Fail to Re-Invent Itself

| Joey Frenette

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) had a horrible year, and I believe the stock is far from rallying.

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Bank Stocks

1 Stock to Buy for Your TFSA With Next Year’s Contribution

| Joey Frenette

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) had an impressive year, but more fantastic returns could be in store for 2017 as the stock…

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Shopify Inc.: Shop Till You Drop?

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) had a terrific 2016, but can the huge returns continue in 2017?

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1 Undervalued Stock Warren Buffett Would Want for Christmas

| Joey Frenette

Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX:GIL)(NYSE:GIL) has been underperforming the last few years, but it looks to be an attractively priced pick…

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Canopy Growth Corp.: You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet

| Joey Frenette

If you think Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:CGC) had terrific results last quarter, just wait until marijuana is legalized.

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1 Cheap Stock to Grab From Santa’s Sack This Christmas

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) continues to impress with its same-store sales growth. It's a great stock to put on…

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Investing

All I Want for Christmas Is Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd.

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) has taken a beating lately. But with the latest acquisition, now is the time to…

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Bank Stocks

This Canadian Bank Is Your Best Bet for 2017

| Joey Frenette

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) has quietly outperformed in 2016. The outperformance is expected to continue for 2017 and beyond…

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Will 2017 Be a Magical Year for Walt Disney Co.?

| Joey Frenette

Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) is coming off several box office successes, which should propel the stock higher in the medium…

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2 Dirt-Cheap REITs With Sustainable Yields

| Joey Frenette

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Canadian REIT (TSX:REF.UN) both have the qualities to outperform their peers, even in…

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Why Warren Buffett Would Love to Own Shares of Air Canada

| Joey Frenette

Warren Buffett is bullish on the airlines. Should you follow him by buying shares of Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B)?

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This Stock Is Royal Bank of Canada’s Top Canadian Pick for 2017

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) was Royal Bank of Canada's (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) top Canadian pick for 2017. The company is riding…

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Investing

Will Debt Get the Better of Bombardier, Inc. in 2017?

| Joey Frenette

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has a ton of debt, and it will be impossible for the company to innovate over the…

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Safe Investors: How to Invest in a Rising Interest Rate Environment

| Joey Frenette

Rising interest rates could mean huge headwinds for REITs and bonds. Stick with high-quality names such as Smart REIT (TSX:SRU.UN)…

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Why Canopy Growth Corp. Might Crash in 2017

| Joey Frenette

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:CGC) is facing upside resistance right now, and this could be the start of a crash, as…

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Are You Ready for a Canadian REIT Crash?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian REITs will face a huge headwind of rapidly rising interest rates in the next few years. Make sure you…

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Contrarian Investors: Does Empire Company Limited Offer Deep Value?

| Joey Frenette

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) took a beating the last year, but could the stock finally be nearing its bottom?

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Bank Stocks

This Is the Best Bank to Buy for 2017

| Joey Frenette

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is best positioned to skyrocket in 2017 thanks to increasing interest rates and potential U.S. corporate tax…

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