Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

Is Now the Right Time to Buy Cineplex Stock?

April 11, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock has rallied almost 20% in the last three months, as attendance and revenue are roaring back to pre-pandemic…

RRSP Investors: Use Your CRA Funds and Invest in This TSX Stock

April 8, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis stock is an ideal TSX stock for your RRSP for its consistent, steady growth, predictability, and growing dividend income.

2 Young TSX Stocks You’ll Be Glad You Bought in 10 Years

April 7, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Consider buying TSX stocks Well Health and Blackberry as their high growth industries have the potential to send them soaring.

Dividend Stocks

3 Incredibly Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy for Passive Income

April 5, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Looking for growing passive income? Suncor stock is one of the TSX stocks discussed in this article that can provide…

Boost Your Long-term Wealth With These Green Energy Stocks

April 4, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power is among the two top green energy stocks that have the potential to create enormous long-term shareholder wealth.

3 Blue Chip Dividend Aristocrats With Yields as High as 7%

April 3, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Top dividend stocks like Enbridge have elevated yields yet their businesses are thriving – herein lies the opportunity.

Buy BlackBerry Stock for its Massive Upside Potential

April 3, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry stock rallied 15% off better-than-expected earnings and a strong outlook for its business, as demand accelerates.

TFSA Investors: Earn $60/Month With These 2 Top Dividend Stocks

March 30, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BCE stock is one of two top dividend stocks that can help you achieve your tax-free income goals in your…

My Top No-Brainer High-Yield Dividend Stock to Buy in 2023

March 30, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northwest Healthcare REIT is a dividend stock that's returning a very generous 9.4% today. Can we rely on this extraordinary…

Investing

TSX Stocks Are Still Dirt Cheap! 3 Bargains I’d Buy Today

March 29, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TSX stocks like Well Health and BlackBerry are digitizing their chosen industries and effectively disrupting the landscape.

Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Stock a Buy in March?

March 28, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify stock has had a volatile run, but fundamentals are strong, and valuations are much lower after its 71% decline.

Is Now the Right Time to Buy Cineplex Stock?

March 28, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock continues to languish, but recent results are pointing to a strong recovery this year. The stock remains grossly…

If I Could Only Own 5 Stocks, Here’s What I’d Buy

March 17, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Focus on market leaders. Buy quality stocks like Fortis and TD Bank stock for growing dividend income and steady growth.

Is Magna Stock Cheap Enough Considering the Tough Road Ahead?

March 16, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Magna stock has historically been a solid investment backed by strong operations. Today, the tide has turned and troubles abound.

Investing

Calling All Brave TFSA investors: 2 Stocks to Buy in a Steep Selloff

March 15, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health Technologies is one stock to buy for your TFSA. Investors who can get past the difficult emotions and…

What’s Next For TD Bank Stock After Earnings?

March 14, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank stock is already down big from its 2022 highs. Rising interest rates and the risk of recession may…

What’s Next for AltaGas Stock After Earnings?

March 11, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

AltaGas stock is poised to continue to benefit from strong fundamentals in both its utilities business and its midstream business.

Investing

ZZZ Stock: Why I’m Considering Buying

March 10, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Sleep Country stock has been hit due to macro economic headwinds, but the retailer is growing fast and ZZZ stock…

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Investing

Bausch Health Stock Rose 24.5% Last Month: Can it Keep Going?

March 8, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Bausch Health stock is rallying on better-than-expected momentum in the business, as well as the potential Bausch & Lomb spin-off

Shares of the North American Construction Group Are Hitting New Year-to-Date Highs

March 7, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aecon is a construction stock that's posting strong revenue, backlog, and order growth. Here's why this trend is set to…

Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks: The Best of the Best for March 2023

March 3, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank stock is just one of three blue-chip stocks that can add long-term safety, stability, growth, and income to…

Energy Stocks

CNQ Stock: A Long-Term Value Generator

March 3, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

CNQ stock has increased its dividend by 56% in a little over a year, adding to its solid long-term track…

Energy Stocks

Enbridge Stock: How High Could it Go?

February 28, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The upside in Enbridge stock is significant, and it's accompanied by a stable and predictable business that pays out a…

Dividend Stocks

Buy Telus Stock For its 5% Dividend Yield and Strong Growth Potential

February 27, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Telus stock has dipped below $28. Find out why, after another strong quarter and guidance, now is a good time…

Cannabis Stocks

3 Things to Know About Canopy Growth Stock After Earnings

February 24, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A new focus on profitability and sustainability might stop the cash burn at Canopy Growth, so the stock can see…

Dividend Stocks

Invest in This 6.45% Dividend Stock for Passive Income

February 23, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Chartwell Retirement Residences is recovering from the pandemic, and remains a solid option for investors looking for passive income.

Energy Stocks

1 of the Best Growth Stocks to Buy Now

February 23, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power is a growth stock that's still struggling to monetize its fuel cell technology, but long-term trends are supportive.

Here’s the Next TSX Stock I’m Going to Buy

February 21, 2023 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Nutrien stock remains inexpensive and attractive, as it heads into a period of continued strong market fundamentals for grain and…