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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

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Better Mining Stock: First Quantum vs Teck Resources?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Teck Resources boasts the strongest balance sheet in its industry, while First Quantum is dealing with a major blow to…

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Energy Stocks

Where Will Suncor Stock Be in 3 Years?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor is performing exceptionally well, and after a record-breaking 2024, it stands well positioned to extend this momentum into 2025.

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Investing

2 Consumer Defensive Stocks for Every Canadian’s Portfolio

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Defensive consumer staples stocks such as Loblaw are well-positioned, as consumer spending in this category is essential.

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Investing

1 Stock on Sale: Why Now’s the Perfect Time to Invest

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada's stock price is trading at very depressed valuations despite a thriving and growing business with a strong outlook.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How Many Shares of Peyto You Should Own to Get $100 in Monthly Dividends

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development stock offers investors monthly income and exposure to the strong natural gas market.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Barrick Gold vs Agnico Eagle?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Agnico-Eagle Mines stock continues to soar off of strong results while Barrick Gold grapples with political troubles in its African…

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Investing

These 2 Stocks Are Set to Soar in 2025 and Beyond

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Stocks such as Well Health Technologies are well-positioned to thrive in 2025 despite all the economic risk and uncertainties.

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Bank Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: TD Bank vs Royal Bank?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank stock's earnings and reputation have been hit. Yet, it trades at higher multiples than Royal Bank.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Consider Adding to Your TFSA in 2025

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian dividend stocks like Altagas are a prime candidate for your TFSA due to their attractive valuations and dividend yields.

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Investing

Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

In this article, I will discuss three Canadian stocks that are firmly in undervalued territory, including BCE and Cineplex.

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Tech Stocks

CGI: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

CGI stock has been a consistent star performer. Expect the company to continue to succeed in 2025 by continuing to…

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Investing

Infrastructure Boom: Why Canadian Stocks Are Set for Decades of Growth

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aecon is one of the Canadian stocks that is likely to perform really well as infrastructure spending on new and…

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Dividend Stocks

Outlook for Waste Connections Stock in 2025

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Waste Connections stock remains well-positioned as the company continues to consolidate its industry, driving earnings and cash flows higher.

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Investing

Must-Watch TSX Retail Stocks for 2025

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Retail stocks like Aritzia depend on strong discretionary spending, while stocks like Loblaw are more defensive.

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