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

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: Buy These Top 3 Dividend Stocks to Build Wealth

September 11, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock is but one of three dividend stocks offering attractive dividends yields and safe, low-risk income streams.

Investing

About to Buy Penny Stocks? Look at These 2 Growth Stocks 1st

September 10, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) is looking to capitalize on the role of fuel cells in the drive for clean…

Dividend Stocks

Why Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE) Is 1 of My Top Energy Stock Picks

September 8, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a rapidly increasing cash flow profile, investors can safely expect growing dividends from Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE).

Is it Time to Buy This Real Estate Gem?

September 7, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tricon Capital Group (TSX:TCN) is the dividend stock to own for exposure to the U.S. real estate market.

Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW) Stock Is Crazy Cheap: Is it Time to Buy?

September 7, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With exciting long-term opportunities, Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) will not be discounted for long.

Dividend Stocks

Invest in the Hottest Real Estate With These 2 REITs

September 6, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN) and Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) are paying real estate investors 7.11% and…

Why Did This Stock Soar an Incredible 30% Last Week? Why it’s Just the Beginning

September 6, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) gets a big cash injection and vote of confidence from two major Chinese manufacturers that…

Better Buy: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)?

August 30, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are both solid dividend stocks, with a 4.43%…

AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB): 2 Top High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Ramp Up Your Retirement Income

August 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With dividend yields of 8.84% and 5.93%, respectively, AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are great additions to your…

Now Playing: Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) Is on Sale, but Is it a Buy?

August 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a 5.36% dividend yield, continued success in its diversification efforts, and an increasingly attractive valuation, Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) stock…

Dividend Stocks

Stocks to Own in an Inverted-Yield-Curve Environment

August 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a strong history of shareholder wealth creation and a defensive business, Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) is a strong buy in…

Will Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) Finally Beat the S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX:^OSPTX)?

August 27, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) merger reduces its debt load and increases its diversification, setting this energy stock up to…

Are These Energy Stocks Screaming Buys or Value Traps?

August 24, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) is an undervalued energy stock that has a 6.8% dividend yield and one of…

Investing

Could Marijuana Stock Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Actually Be a Good Buy for Value Investors?

August 23, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) may be a growth stock, but some value investors may see long-term value in a rapidly…

Dividend Stocks

Buy These Energy Stocks Now for Big Upside in 2018

August 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Pason Systems Inc. (TSX:PSI) is a top-notch energy stock and dividend stock, with a 22% one-year return and a 3.3%…

2 Defensive Stocks to Bulk Up on as Interest Rates Rise

August 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) maintains its place as a top defensive stock with a history of dividend increases and shareholder value…

Dividend Stocks

These 3 Canadian Banks Will Continue to Fare Well in a Rising Interest Rate Environment

August 21, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock is one of the stocks that can be expected to continue to provide a strong dividend…

3 Dividend Stocks I Would Buy Right Now

August 18, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of three dividend stocks that represent compelling value for investors.

2 Safe and Reliable Dividend Stocks for Your RRSP

August 17, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) (NYSE:ENB) boast long histories of reliable dividend income that have made shareholders…

4 Reasons to Buy This High-Yielding 7% Dividend Stock

August 17, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) is a dividend stock that has demographics and size on its side. Investors can safely…

2 Stocks Trading at Multi-Year Lows: 1 of Them Has Massive Upside in 2018

August 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Consider investing in Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS), which has a solid and increasing market share position in the growing automotive aftermarket.

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks That Are Rich in Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns

August 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors would be wise to consider Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Pason Systems Inc. (TSX:PSI) for their high dividend…

Dividend Stocks

2 Healthcare Stocks to Buy Right Now

August 12, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Bausch Health Companies Inc. (TSX:BHC)(NYSE:BHC) is a turnaround story with big upside, while NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust…

Dividend Stocks

2 Undervalued Small-Cap Dividend Stocks That Are On Sale Now

August 11, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Consider undervalued stocks Freehold Royalties Limited (TSX:FRU) and Evertz Technologies Limited (TSX:ET) for their very attractive growth profiles and high…

Dividend Stocks

3 Best-in-Class Retail Stocks to Start Your RRSP Portfolio

August 10, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is one of three retail stocks for beginners starting their RRSP.

Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Help You Thrive in Retirement

August 7, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Rising interest rates and strong global trends make Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC) (NYSE:MFC) and Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) (MYSE:SLF)…

Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW) Is 1 of 2 Top Tech Stocks to Buy Now

August 6, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) soared almost 20% on Friday, as the technology stock continues to surpass expectations.

Investing

3 Undervalued Stocks to Buy Right Now

August 5, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As a sign of its continued success and value, Western Forest Products Inc. increased its dividend by 12.5% last quarter.…

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy for Your TFSA This Summer

August 3, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) dividend yields are 5.6% and 8.55%, respectively. Consider adding them to your TFSA!

The Top 3 Growth Stocks to Buy for Your RRSP

August 2, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.B)(NYSE:GIB) is one growth stock that has consistently and reliably created shareholder value, and there is still…

Dividend Stocks

Should Investors Buy Growth or Dividend Stocks for Energy Exposure?

August 2, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As oil holds at almost $70, now is the time to buy Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and these two dividend-paying…

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy This Summer

August 1, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) has emerged a financially stronger and more diversified company, and Pason Systems Inc. (TSX:PSI) has a…

Dividend Stocks

Attention Investors: Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) Stock Is on Sale Today!

July 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) stock is cheap, trading at an attractive P/E multiple and a 6% dividend yield.

Tech Stocks

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB): Should We Buy the Dips?

July 28, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) have made strides with their new respective CEOs, but BlackBerry is the one…

Dividend Stocks

AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and These 2 Energy Stocks Are Must-Own Stocks for the 2nd Half of 2018

July 27, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

We can expect AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA), Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE), and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) to see their stock prices…

Tech Stocks

Is it Time to Invest in Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)?

July 24, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Reasons why Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock has nowhere to go but down.

The 4 Biggest Questions Investors Need to Answer Before Investing in Marijuana Stocks

July 23, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) (NYSE:CGC) has been a great addition to many investors' portfolios, but will valuation put a brake…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Income: Retire in Style With These 2 REITs

July 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN): Retirement living is not what it used to be.

Energy Stocks

Invest in These 3 Oil Services Stocks for Massive Upside

July 21, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As the price of oil holds at just below $70, energy services stocks such as Precision Drilling Corp. (TSX:PD)(NYSE:PDS) and…

2 Little-Known Dividend-Paying Stocks for the Savvy Dividend Investor

July 21, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here's why you may want to consider Acadian Timber Corp.'s (TSX:ADN) 5.7% dividend yield and Extendicare Inc.'s (TSX:EXE) 6.7% dividend…

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