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

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Of Bitcoin, Bubbles, and Investor Psychology

December 7, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As Bitcoin and marijuana stocks rage on, have you looked at gold stocks such as Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM)…

Dividend Stocks

Attention Investors: Here’s a Tech Stock and an Insurer That Are on Sale Today

December 7, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) stands to benefit from rising interest rates, and Evertz Technologies Limited (TSX:ET) stands to benefit from…

Investing

Why This Retailer Plummeted 14% and What This Means for Investors

December 7, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Hudson’s Bay Co. (TSX:HBC) posted a net loss amid declining revenue.

Investing

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. vs. Roots Corp.: Which Is the Better Buy?

December 6, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT) shows strong revenue and earnings growth and trades at a reasonable valuation.

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy Right Now

December 6, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation (TSX:LIF) and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) offer investors yield and growth.

Dividend Stocks

Cameco Corp. Soared 13% Yesterday: Is it Time to Buy or Sell?

December 5, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) remains extremely well positioned to benefit from rising uranium prices.

Dividend Stocks

The Canadian Bank That Will Outperform This Year

December 5, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Strong fourth-quarter results show just how much National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) is improving.

Energy Stocks

3 High-Growth Energy Stocks to Buy Now

December 4, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Kelt Exploration Ltd. (TSX:KEL) and these other producers are growing production by more than 30% and seeing massive increases in…

Energy Stocks

Forget Bitcoin: You’re Better Off Buying These 2 Fundamentally Sound Stocks

December 4, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) and another stock both have massive upside potential.

Altagas Ltd. Is 1 of 3 Top Dividend Stocks for the New Year

December 4, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) provides investors with a 7.54% dividend yield and good growth ahead. Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) and another…

Dividend Stocks

With Little Dividend Support, Investors Have Better Options Than TransAlta Corporation

December 3, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) and Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) are high-yield utility stocks that have better investment profiles than TransAlta…

Dividend Stocks

As the U.S. Dollar Falls, Invest in Gold Stocks for Capital Appreciation and Yield

December 1, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Increase your gold exposure by investing in best-in-class Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM). Its operational excellence and strong organic growth…

Investing

Why Canopy Growth Corp. Shares Plummeted 7% Yesterday

November 30, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) shares may finally be headed for more reasonable valuation levels, but we’re not there yet.

Why This Top Stock Soared Almost 10% Yesterday

November 30, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Precision Drilling Corp. (TSX:PD)(NYSE:PDS) rallied almost 10%, as natural gas prices have soared 8% in the last two days.

Tech Stocks

Canopy Growth Corp. Shares Are Among Today’s Biggest Losers

November 29, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) is still majorly overvalued, while Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) represents a good buy.

Investing

Retail Sales Are Slowing and Consumers Have Record High Debt Levels: I’m Still Betting on These 2 Stocks

November 28, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) is a great turnaround stock, and Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) stands to benefit from…

Dividend Stocks

Which of These 2 Canadian Banks Is the Better Buy?

November 28, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

While both are attractive, here's why National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) has more immediate upside versus Canadian Imperial Bank of…

Tech Stocks

Why Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. Soaring Almost 10% Today?

November 27, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) rallies as the shares' value proposition becomes more evident: a strong balance sheet and cash flow…

Dividend Stocks

2 Top Stocks to Own in 2018

November 27, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) and Peyto Development and Exploration Corp. (TSX:PEY) are both undervalued with catalysts expected to drive…

Energy Stocks

As Oil Rises, Buy From the Oil Services Sector for its Massive Returns Potential

November 27, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Companies such as Pason Systems Inc. (TSX:PSI) are seeing a more than doubling in cash flows amid increasing activity levels.

Dividend Stocks

Altagas Ltd. and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. Are 2 Top Stocks to Own in 2018

November 25, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) are both paying shareholders high yields while offering strong growth into…

Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks Trading at 52-Week Lows: Time to Buy?

November 24, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) and Advantage Oil and Gad Ltd. (TSX:AAV)(NYSE:AAV) are high-quality stocks in a cyclically depressed…

Bank Stocks

Contrarion Investors: Is Home Capital Group Inc. a Comeback Story in the Making?

November 24, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shares rise as Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) is taking the right steps to improvement on many fronts.

Energy Stocks

Crude Oil Quickly Closing in on $60: Time to Buy Baytex Energy Corp.?

November 24, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) rallies as the company's ability to reduce debt seems more certain and more likely to send…

Tech Stocks

Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. a Buy Today?

November 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

SIerra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) reported better than expected results, as the company prepares for more higher-margin revenue going forward.

Attention TFSA investors: Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. Is Among Dividend-Paying Stocks at 52-Week Highs With More Upside to Come

November 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) and another stock have high and growing dividends, making them great additions to investors' TFSA…

Investing

Could This High-Growth Stock Fund Your Early Retirement?

November 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) is growing rapidly as acceptance of its disruptive fuel cell technology skyrockets.

Tech Stocks

1 Turnaround Stock and 1 Tried-and-Tested Stock to Give Your Portfolio That Extra Return

November 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) is an undervalued turnaround stock, while CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) continues along its path of profitable…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Don’t Miss This 7% Yielder as it Capitalizes on 1 of the Biggest Demographic Trends

November 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN) provides investors with income and growth.

Energy Stocks

Why Baytex Energy Corp. Is Rallying Almost 10% Today

November 17, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) rallies off operational improvements and debt reduction.

Dividend Stocks

High-Yield Stock Thriving From 1 of the Biggest Demographic Trends

November 17, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) reports a very strong third quarter, further highlighting the strength in this name.

Investing

Is Canopy Growth Corp. a Buy at These Levels?

November 17, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) shares fell when the company reported strong sales growth and a net loss.

Investing

Consolidation in the Marijuana Industry: Aurora Cannabis Inc. Wants to Acquire CanniMed Therapeutics Inc.

November 16, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) aims to consolidate the marijuana industry in a strategic deal that will increase its size and…

Investing

2 Undervalued Growth Stocks to Buy Now

November 16, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Martinrea International Inc. (TSX:MRE) is one of two stocks offering compelling value. It rallied almost 10% yesterday off strong results.

Dividend Stocks

Looking for Income and Growth? Then Invest in This Defensive Energy Name

November 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Freehold Royalties Ltd. (TSX:FRU) offers investors a defensive name for exposure to a healthy, rising dividend and rising oil prices.

Energy Stocks

Top Energy Names to Buy on Weakness

November 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) is among my top picks in the energy space.

Dividend Stocks

5 Things to Love About Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

November 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.'s (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) third quarter highlights the solid investment case for the company.

Dollarama Inc. Shares Keep Rising: Should You Buy or Sell?

November 13, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dollarama Inc.'s (TSX:DOL) EPS growth is slowing. How long will investors pay a multiple of over 30 times for its…

Dividend Stocks

Seasonal Trade: Natural Gas Sector Setting Up for a Strong Winter

November 13, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) is among the natural gas producers to benefit from cold winter.

Dividend Stocks

This Thriving Retailer Just Hiked its Dividend by 38%

November 12, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is reporting that business is healthy and is returning capital to shareholders through dividend increases…

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