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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

Dividend Stocks

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

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Investing

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

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Stock a Buy in March?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Investing

Is Now the Right Time to Buy Cineplex Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Investing

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

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Investing

Is Magna Stock Cheap Enough Considering the Tough Road Ahead?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Investing

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

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Bank Stocks

What’s Next For TD Bank Stock After Earnings?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Energy Stocks

What’s Next for AltaGas Stock After Earnings?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Investing

ZZZ Stock: Why I’m Considering Buying

| 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?

| 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

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Investing

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

| 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…

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Dividend Stocks

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

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Energy Stocks

CNQ Stock: A Long-Term Value Generator

| 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…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Stock: How High Could it Go?

| 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…

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Cannabis Stocks

3 Things to Know About Canopy Growth Stock After Earnings

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Dividend Stocks

Invest in This 6.45% Dividend Stock for Passive Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Energy Stocks

1 of the Best Growth Stocks to Buy Now

| 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.

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Investing

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

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

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

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Energy Stocks

Cenovus Stock: Here’s What’s Coming Next

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cenovus stock has rallied strong along with commodity prices. Expect more as the company continues to digest its Husky acquisition.

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Investing

Is Cineplex a Good Stock to Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock remains undervalued as it continues to see a strong recovery in many of its business segments.

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Cannabis Stocks

Canopy Growth Stock: Is Now a Good Time to Invest?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The road ahead is highly uncertain for Canopy Growth, as the stock is plagued with losses and seemingly unsurmountable industry…

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Stock: How High Could it Go in 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor stock is starting off 2023 as an undervalued underdog, but after a record year, the company is standing strong…

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Investing

A Bull Market Is Eventually Coming: 2 Perfect Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health stock is one of the two growth stocks to buy in a bull market, with significant upside over…

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Investing

Has Cineplex Stock Hit the Bottom at Last?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock is looking heavily undervalued and well positioned as moviegoers return to the cinema and demand for premium offerings…

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Tech Stocks

CGI Stock: How High Could it Go in 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

CGI stock is coming off of a record-breaking year, and heading into 2023 with $1 billion earmarked for acquisitions.

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Energy Stocks

Payouts at This Canadian Dividend Aristocrat Are Growing Fast

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tourmaline stock has been paying out special dividends as it positions itself for continued growth from natural gas exports.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks: Will Debt Load Put a Damper on This Top Stock in 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This dividend stock has a very solid track record of revenue and cash flow growth, ,as well as dividend growth,…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Nutrien Stock a Buy in February 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Nutrien stock should benefit from the very favourable supply/demand fundamentals in the agriculture business in 2023.

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Energy Stocks

Is CNQ Stock a Buy in February 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Natural Resources stock has many things going for it, including its strong dividend history, as well as cash flow…

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Investing

Cineplex Stock: How High Could it Go in 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock is trading near all-time lows. Here's why I think this is unwarranted and that the stock represents excellent…

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Tech Stocks

Has Blackberry Stock Finally Stopped the Slide?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Blackberry has not yet delivered the kind of financial results that we know it can, but this is about to…

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Energy Stocks

Missed Out on Canadian Energy Stocks? My Best Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas stock is my best stock to buy to get in on the Canadian energy stock rally, and a dividend…

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Energy Stocks

Could Cenovus Stock Be a Big Winner in 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Although oil and gas prices have weakened, Cenovus stock remains a very undervalued gem, as returns should ramp up in…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Nutrien Stock: How High Could it Go in 2023?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

After Nutrien's record 2022 driven by strong pricing power, 2023 should see more of the same, driving the stock much…

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Bank Stocks

Is Now the Right Time to Buy Banking Stocks?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank stock is still riding high, despite the very difficult environment that it and all banking stocks are facing…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks: Is This 7.3% Yielding Stock a Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors have enjoyed Extendicare's stable dividend since 2013. Steps are being taken to improve profitability and sustainability.

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Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Buying This TSX Stock for Passive Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This TSX stock is a real estate investment trust that's generating strong returns, as demand and rental income soar.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks: Here’s a Diamond in the Rough Yielding Over 6%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

ChemTrade Logistics is a little known gem, yielding 6.2% and generating record revenues and earnings as demand soars

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