Jason Phillips, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

3 Oil-Refining Stocks That Are Taking Off as We Head Into the Summer Holiday Season

April 15, 2019 | Jason Phillips

As we head into the summer vacation season, these three refining stocks are taking off, including Cenovus Energy Inc (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE),…

Energy Stocks

These 2 TSX Large-Cap Stocks Look Like They’re on the Verge of Major Breakouts

April 13, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Returns from BlackBerry Ltd (TSX:BB)(NYSE: BB) and this Canadian energy producer's stock have more than doubled the returns of the…

Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks Every Canadian Retiree Should Be Considering for their RRSP

April 12, 2019 | Jason Phillips

These top TSX dividend stocks offer retirees a careful balance of income and growth, including Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY)…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why a U.S.-China Trade Deal Could Provide a Huge Catalyst for TSX Metals and Mining Stocks

April 10, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Chinese markets have rallied to start 2019. Learn how an impending U.S.-China trade deal could provide a lift to several…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stock Purchases I Made for My Personal Investment Account Last Week

April 8, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Bargains abound in the markets these days. Three TSX companies I couldn't hold off on buying any longer including Cenovus…

Dividend Stocks

Has This Deeply Oversold TSX Index Tech Stock Finally Bottomed Out?

April 8, 2019 | Jason Phillips

2018 was a tough year for Maxar Technologies Ltd (TSX:MAXR)(NYSE:MAXR), but with shares up 15% last week, are there signs…

Dividend Stocks

This 6% Yield Dividend Stock Is on an Absolute Tear, up Over 24% So Far in 2019!

April 7, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) are up more than 24% through the first three months of 2019. Find…

Cannabis Stocks

Up 378% This Year, How a Cannabis Producer Is Planning to Tap Into the $22 Billion Global CBD Market

April 6, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Thanks to recently passed U.S. legislation, business is about to pick up for licensed Canadian cannabis producer Village Farms International…

Energy Stocks

Millennial Investors: 3 Reasons Why Copper Could Be Your Generation’s Oil

April 5, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Why some experts are suggesting that copper could be set to replace oil as the world’s most valuable natural resource.…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Soars on its Latest Q4 Earnings Beat: Will This IoT Company Be Next?

April 4, 2019 | Jason Phillips

BlackBerry Ltd (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock soared last week on a strong Q4 earnings beat. But here's why I think this lesser-known…

Dividend Stocks

Shares in this Canadian Oil Refiner Are Absolutely Soaring!

April 3, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Cenovus Energy Inc (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) are up more than 30% so far in 2019. Find out why has the…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Reasons Why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Is Your Top TSX Bank Stock Right Now

April 2, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Foolish investors want to make sure they're in the right stocks at the right time. Find out why Royal Bank…

Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks I’m Getting Ready to Pull the Trigger on

March 29, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Cash is king, and that's exactly what these three stocks have in common, including Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund (TSX:CHE.UN), which…

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Dividend Stocks

Another Investment Management Firm Gets Acquired: Who’s Next?

March 29, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Following yet another takeover of a Canadian investment management firm, is CI Financial Corp (TSX:CIX) up next on the chopping…

Dividend Stocks

5 Dirt-Cheap Stocks Under $5 You’d Be Crazy Not to Consider

March 28, 2019 | Jason Phillips

You'd be crazy not to consider buying stock in these five companies trading under $5 per share, including Crescent Point…

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Cannabis Stocks

3 Pot Stocks That Are Much Better Than Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)

March 26, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) has certainly been on a roll as of late but these three pot stocks might just…

Energy Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy and Forget About for the Summer

March 26, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Rest easy and relax this summer while you earn passive money from these three dividend stocks including TELUS Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU).

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Index Dividend Stocks Yielding at Least 7%

March 10, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Investors seeking income will find value in these three dividend stocks including TransAlta Renewables Inc (TSX:RNW) yielding over 7%.

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Value Stocks from Canada’s Financial Sector to Buy for Your TFSA Right Now

March 10, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Investors will be sure to appreciate, literally, the value in these 3 financial institutions, including AGF Management Limited (TSX:AGF.B) yielding…

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Cannabis Stocks

3 Reasons Why Cronos Group (TSX:CRON) Is a Better Investment Than Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Stock

March 9, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Find out why this lesser-known cannabis stock ought to be getting more love and shows more promise than larger rival…

Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks With Better Dividends than Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)

March 9, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Investors will find better value and higher yields with these 3 dividend stocks including Great-West Lifeco Inc (TSX:GWO) up 11%…

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Dividend Stocks

Is This Canadian Company Set to Become the Berkshire Hathaway Inc. of Tech Stocks?

March 5, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) have gained over 7526% since 2006. Find out what makes this such a fascinating…

Dividend Stocks

Why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Shares Are Down Following Today’s Q1 Earnings Report

February 28, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) announced a 10% increase to its quarterly dividend on Thursday, yet shares are down following its Q1…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This Junior Miner Offering Investors the Best Chance to Outperform Gold Markets?

February 28, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Gold mining stocks have outperformed as of late, but find out why New Gold Inc (TSX:NGD) is offering such a…

Dividend Stocks

Do You Buy Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR) on the Breakout or Do You Wait for the Dip?

February 27, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR) are up more than 19% since the start of the year. But do…

Dividend Stocks

Chemtrade Logistics (TSX:CHE.UN) Is a Solid Buy With a 12.8% Dividend Yield

February 26, 2019 | Jason Phillips

There's lots to like about Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund's (TSX:CHE.UN) 12.8% dividend yield, even if you aren't an income-focused investor.

Dividend Stocks

Does the Buck Stop With a Dividend Cut for Cineplex Inc (TSX:CGX) in 2019?

February 26, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Why Canada's leading movie exhibitor Cineplex Inc (TSX:CGX) may be better off reinvesting in itself instead of catering to those…

Tech Stocks

Which of These Two Tech Companies Is the Better IoT Stock?

February 24, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Is BlackBerry Ltd (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) the best way to play the IoT story in Canada or does this small-cap tech stock…

Dividend Stocks

Is it Time Investors Started Thinking About Parting Ways With These 2 Canadian Large-Cap Stocks?

February 24, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are up nearly 20% so far in 2019. But is…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Encana Corp (TSX:ECA) at Risk of Mortgaging its Future With its $1.25 Billion Buyback Plan?

February 23, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Does Encana Corp's (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) latest share-repurchase program threaten to jeopardize the company's long-term future?

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Dividend Stocks

Shares in This Canadian Investment Manager Are Absurdly Cheap Right Now

February 22, 2019 | Jason Phillips

With its shares set to yield potentially as much as 25% over the next 18 months, why is CI Financial…

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Tech Stocks

Making Sense of Sierra Wireless’s (TSX:SW) Disappointing Q4 Earnings Report

February 21, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) plunged more than -26% on the company's Q4 earnings release, but there were some…

Dividend Stocks

Why 2019 Could Mark an Inflection Point for This Canadian Asset Manager

February 21, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in Gluskin Sheff + Associates Inc (TSX:GS) are up double digits already in February. Find out why 2019 could…

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Dividend Stocks

Shares in These Two Leading Canadian Investment Managers Are Soaring!

February 19, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Shares in two of Canada's leading investment managers have been leading the way in February, including Gluskin Sheff + Associates…

Dividend Stocks

Why the Bulls May Be Wise to Back off Their Positions in Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd (TSX:CP)

February 17, 2019 | Jason Phillips

There's no denying that shareholders in Canadian Pacific Railway (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) have enjoyed an incredible run over the past decade. But…

Dividend Stocks

Millennial Investors: 3 Super-Strong Buys for Your RRSP Account

February 17, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Investing for retirement requires careful planning, thoughtful research, and patience. Find out why these three companies, including small-cap stock Sienna…

Tech Stocks

The Best Part About TFSAs You Probably Didn’t Know About

February 16, 2019 | Jason Phillips

TFSAs offer several amazing features that can help investors to maximize their after-tax returns. Find out why TFSAs can be…

Investing

Is the Cannabis Bubble Finally About to Burst?

February 16, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Critics have been calling for it for what seems like eons, but is the historic rally in cannabis stocks, including…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend-Paying REITS Perfect for Those Relying on Their Investment Portfolios to Generate Income

February 16, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Investors seeking income to help support their living expenses will be interested to know more about these three REITs, including…

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Dividend Stocks

5 TSX Stocks That Are Absolutely Soaring to Start 2019!

February 15, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Markets have been off to a roaring start this year; however, these five stocks have fared even better, including licensed…

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