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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.

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Asset allocation is an important consideration for a portfolio
Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These are steady and stable businesses whose main priority as royalty trusts is to pay out their cash flow to…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks for Strong TFSA Passive Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Telus is currently yielding almost 10%, yet the telecom giant is looking forward to growth opportunities and increasing cash flows.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Fortunes: 2 Canadian Stocks Leading the Way to Retirement

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge and Peyto are both yielding 6% as they benefit from growing dividends and strong industry fundamentals.

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Energy Stocks

Outlook for Enbridge Stock in 2026

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge will likely continue to benefit from strong momentum in all of its businesses, leading to a bullish outlook for…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Contribution Room Strategies for Canadian Investors in 2026

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

High-yielding stocks that also look forward to positive industry fundamentals are the stocks to buy for your TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a 9% dividend yield, Telus is just one of the high-return potential stocks to own in your Tax-Free Savings…

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Energy Stocks

Is Baytex Energy Stock a Good Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A strengthening balance sheet, more share buybacks, and low valuations make Baytex Energy worth taking a look at.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Telus Stock a Buy for Its Dividend Yield?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a growth plan that is leveraging Telus' artificial intelligence advantages, Telus stock is positioning for strong long-term growth.

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Energy Stocks

5 Reasons to Buy and Hold This Canadian Stock for Life

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas offers investors exposure to the stable and growing utilities business as well as the lucrative LNG business.

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Bank Stocks

TD Bank: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The momentum in TD Bank's businesses continues strong, with a positive outlook for 2026 despite macro-economic concerns.

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Investing

Seize These TSX Stocks Before the New Year Bounce

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With markets expected to hit new highs as 2026 progresses, there are many TSX stocks that will go along for…

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Energy Stocks

Dividend Investors: Premier Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy in December

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These three Canadian energy stocks with yields of up to 5% are solid dividend buys in preparation for the new…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tourmaline Oil is one of two dividend stocks benefitting from strong demand and all-around positive industry fundamentals.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Air Canada Stock a Good Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

While Air Canada's stock appears cheap, the airliner is facing many headwinds, such as rising costs and macroeconomic risks.

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Tech Stocks

The Best TSX Stock for Canadians to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health Technologies continues to grow rapidly as the company expands, while also driving margins and returns higher.

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Energy Stocks

Passive Income: How Much Do You Need to Invest to Make $500 Per Month?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These passive income stocks are yielding over 6% and are set to benefit enormously from the expanding natural gas demand…

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Dividend Stocks

Easiest Monthly Paycheque: 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These two Canadian stocks yielding up to 6.6% are great additions to your monthly income-generating investment portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.2% Dividend Giant Could Be the Ultimate Retirement Ally

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development is a low-cost natural gas producer that's benefiting from a strengthening natural gas market.

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diversification and asset allocation are crucial investing concepts
Energy Stocks

Is Suncor Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for 2026?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The momentum in Suncor's stock price has been driven by a relentless focus on value creation. Will 2026 see more…

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Energy Stocks

Is Cameco Stock Still a Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Will the growing momentum in the nuclear industry be enough to propel nuclear energy stock Cameco even higher?

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Canadian REIT Could Be a Buy-and-Hold Forever Stock

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT is yielding 6.9% as it benefits from a relatively low-risk business model.

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Energy Stocks

Up 70% in 7 Months! Is it Too Late to Invest in Suncor Energy Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor Energy is well-positioned as the company continues to create value through efficiencies and better asset utilization.

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Dividend Stocks

Are Telus and Timbercreek Financial Stocks a Smart Buy for Canadian Dividend Investors?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Read on to see why Telus stock is a compelling opportunity for investors to capture some serious yield in today's…

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Investing

2 Stocks I’ll Be Adding to My RRSP – Even With the TSX at All-Time Highs

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Loblaw and lesser-known CCL Industries are solid additions to any RRSP portfolio for steady and consistent returns.

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diversification is an important part of building a stable portfolio
Dividend Stocks

This 5.2% Dividend Stock Is Practically Free Money Every Month

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tourmaline Oil Corp is one of Canada's largest and lowest cost natural gas producers that's rapidly growing its business and…

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Tech Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Turn $10,000 Into $100,000

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Stocks that have exposure to strong secular trends, such as Blackberry, have the potential for outsized returns.

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Energy Stocks

The Perfect TFSA Stock: 6.2% Yield Paying Cash Every Single Month

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development is one of Canada's top natural gas stocks, providing reliable and growing monthly income.

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Energy Stocks

Is Suncor Stock a Buy After Q3 Earnings?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor Energy stock is well-positioned for shareholder value creation as it reports another record quarter.

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Investing

Aecon Stock Is Skyrocketing, and It’s Not Too Late to Buy

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

An infrastructure stock with record backlog and soaring revenues – and strong upside potential.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks Under $10 That I’m Buying Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Blackberry is one of the stocks under $10 that I believe investors should consider, due to its exposure to the…

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Tech Stocks

Is Celestica Stock a Buy After its Q3 Earnings?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Celestica's stock has skyrocketed in the last few years. Does the momentum in revenue and earnings growth justify current multiples?

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Investing

The Market’s on Fire – But Should You Be Buying Right Now?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As the market hits all-time highs, I'm selectively taking profits and waiting for a pull back to create better buying…

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Energy Stocks

5.3% Dividend Yield: This Cash Cow Never Stops Producing

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Returning cash to shareholders is one of Canadian Natural Resources' top priorities, with $4.6 billion returned year-to-date.

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Top TSX Stocks

1 Soaring TSX Stock to Buy and Hold Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This stock has rallied 71% in the last year, as the company continues to post strong top- and bottom-line results.

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Tech Stocks

I’m Buying This Magnificent 7 Stock on Any 10% Dip

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Amazon's stock has fallen 2% this year as macro-economic concerns weigh. With a strong long-term outlook, I'm a buyer on…

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Investing

Why This Canadian Stock Is Perfect for a Boom in Public Spending

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aecon Group is one of Canada's largest construction and infrastructure companies, and it's posting record backlog amidst strong demand.

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Dividend Stocks

Too Busy to Invest? 3 Set-and-Forget Stocks to Just Buy Already

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank is an example of a stock that we can invest in and tuck away with confidence. The other…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy Stock for its 4% Dividend Yield?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cash flows are rising and costs are falling at Suncor, which is driving returns, dividends, and shareholder value higher.

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Energy Stocks

The Canadian Energy Stock I’d Pass On to My Kids

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge is one of North America's leading energy infrastructure companies, with steady and predictable cash flows and a strong outlook.

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Retirement

This TSX Stock Could Be a Retirement Game Changer

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas provides its shareholders with a 3% dividend yield, as well as exposure to the strong and growing utilities and…

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