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Author: Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Karen is a stock market enthusiast focused on uncovering those stocks that she believes the market has mispriced. She does this through fundamental and quantitative analysis of companies and their industries, as well as a study of future opportunities and trends. She holds a Masters degree in Finance, the CFA designation, and has over 20 years of experience in the investment management industry. Having worked at a major pension fund, as well as two leading mutual fund firms as an analyst and portfolio manager, she has solid investing expertise which she aims to share with her readers.

Recent Articles

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Investing

Is Air Canada Stock a Buy After Falling 8.4% This Year?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

What should investors do with Air Canada stock?

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Investing

Could Buying Brookfield Infrastructure Stock Set You Up For Life?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Brookfield Infrastructure stock is yielding 5% and heading into a strong growth period driven by increasing infrastructure investments.

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Energy Stocks

What to Know About Canadian Utility Stocks in 2026

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis is Canada's top utility stock, with a 52-year track record of rising dividends as it benefits from strong electricity…

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Bank Stocks

The Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Lean on When Markets Get Rough

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a dividend yield of 3.3% and a strong long-term track record, TD Bank stock is a stock to own…

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Canada Hold: 1 TSX Stock I’d Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Telus stock is currently yielding 9.25% with a strong dividend-payout ratio and free cash flow growth profile, making it a…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Top Canadian stocks like BCE and Enbridge are yielding 4.9% and 5.3% today. Buy these defensive stocks today.

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Tech Stocks

The Little-Known Secrets Behind Every TFSA Millionaire

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Maxing out on your TFSA limit and buying a basket of high-growth stocks, such as Ballard Power Systems, is a…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian Stock to Own When Volatility Returns

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis stock has the benefit of stable and predictable earnings due to its regulated business. See why it's a must-own.

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Investing

3 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Immediately

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Snatch up high-quality, underperforming, and undervalued Canadian stocks, such as BCE, to generate real long-term wealth.

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Tech Stocks

1 Growth Stock Set to Skyrocket in 2026 and Beyond

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health Technologies continues to experience rapid growth, with rising profitability and cash flows set to take the stock higher.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Must-Own Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks for Canadians

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Blue-chip dividend stocks like the 5.3%-yielding Enbridge stock make resilient additions to your portfolio for strong long-term returns.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn Your TFSA Into a $300 Monthly Tax-Free Income Stream

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Maximize your TFSA contributions to build up a reliable monthly income generating portfolio, with stocks like NWH.UN.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Investors: This TSX Stock Has a 3.38% Dividend Yield With Monthly Payouts

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northland Power's stock price has fallen 36% in three years, providing a rare opportunity to buy this passive-income stock on…

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Top TSX Stocks

Market Turbulence Ahead? Take Shelter With 2 Handpicked TSX Stocks

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Take shelter from a stock market crash with safe stocks like Enbridge and Fortis, which are yielding 5.3% and 3.3%,…

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Dividend Stocks

A TFSA Dividend Stock Yielding 4.7% With Consistent Cash Flow

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners is an ideal stock for your TFSA due to its strong cash flow producing infrastructure assets.

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge's dividend yield of more than 5% and backlog of growth projects are supported by strong energy demand and record…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Brookfield Renewable Stock a Buy for its 4.89 Percent Dividend Yield?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A diversified set of energy solutions combined with a strong balance sheet make Brookfield Renewable stock a buy.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safer, High-Yield Dividend Stocks for Canadian Retirees

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge and Telus are two quality high-yield dividend stocks worth considering for your retirement income needs.

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Top TSX Stocks

This TSX Stock Has Already Soared 41% in 2026: Can it Keep Going?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Agnico Eagle Mines has rallied off of soaring gold prices. As my favourite TSX gold stock to own, it's ideal…

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Investing

These Undervalued Canadian Stocks are Begging to Be Bought Immediately

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Undervalued stocks that have a history of strong returns and shareholder value creation, such as Peyto, are good buys today.

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor Energy shareholders are benefiting from an increasingly efficient organization that's lowering costs and increasing efficiencies.

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Dividend Stocks

The Top 3 Dividend Stocks I’d Tell Anyone to Buy

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

I'm recommending stocks like Enbridge, which has a reliable dividend, a defensive business, and a strong outlook.

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Investing

The Investment Strategy That Doesn’t Require Watching the News

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Maintaining a long-term outlook and investing in quality companies with strong growth trends are keys for a successful strategy.

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Dividend Stocks

Has BCE Stock Finally Hit Rock Bottom?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BCE stock is trading at lows not seen in more than 15 years while yielding 5%. The stock is cheap…

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Investing

Canada’s Coming Infrastructure Boom: The Time to Invest is Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The federal government is planning continued strong infrastructure spending. As a result, Aecon's stock price is outperforming.

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Investing

Air Canada: Buy, Sell, or Hold in February?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Can Air Canada stock thrive despite macro economic and political pressures and their negative impact on costs and revenues?

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy Dollarama Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dollarama stock continues to rally, as the retailer continues to beat expectations as it grows its leading value chain of…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Adding more high-yielding and defensive dividends stocks to your portfolio, like Telus stock, is a move you won't regret.

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Energy Stocks

A Canadian Energy Stock Ready to Bring the Heat in 2026

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development is a natural gas producer delivering shareholder value in an increasingly bullish energy environment

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Average Canadian TFSA at Age 45

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Let's look into how you can put your hard-earned TFSA contributions to work no matter how much you're behind.

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Bank Stocks

2 Top TSX Bank Stocks to Buy in January

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank (low valuation) and Bank of Nova Scotia (high dividend yield) are my favourite stocks to buy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Defensive Stocks to Buy Now for Stability

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Defensive stocks like Fortis and Loblaw are the best stocks to buy now for long-term stability and growth.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Monthly Dividend Stars Yielding Over 5%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Discover three relatively safe TSX monthly dividend stocks that have solid outlooks and financial strength.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: How to Turn the New $7,000 Contribution Into Monthly Passive Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Invest your TFSA dollars into stocks like Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT and Peyto Exploration for generous monthly passive income.

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Investing

5 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks That Keep Growing Through Every Market

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Blue-chip stocks like TD Bank and Fortis offer investors steady and predictable growth and shareholder value creation.

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Dividend Stocks

Where to Invest Your TFSA Contribution for Steady Dividends

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Take full advantage of your 2026 TFSA contribution room and invest in top dividend stocks like Enbridge and CN Rail.

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Investing

Should You Stick With Air Canada Stock Through 2030?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada's stock price is rallying today, but there are many risks lurking in the background to watch out for.

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Dividend Stocks

This 3.33% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tourmaline, a dividend stock committed to paying out 100% of its excess free cash flow in dividends, is a passive-income…

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Stock Market

2 Stocks I’d Happily Hold Through Any Stock Market Crash

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Stocks like TD Bank offer investors predictable and resilient earnings and dividends to take you through any stock market crash.

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Tech Stocks

Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Take a look at two undervalued Canadian stocks that are likely to provide strong shareholder returns in the next few…

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