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Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.’s 34% Decline an Opportunity to Buy?

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has fallen 34% in two months. Is the high-growth pharmaceutical company a bargain or should…

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Income Investors: Get 10% Yields From These 2 Beaten-Down REITs

Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) and Dream Office REIT (TSX:D.UN) are office REITs that offer yields of over 10% to…

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Barrick Gold Corp. or Goldcorp Inc.: Which Is the Safer Turnaround Stock?

Is Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) or Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) a better bet for a turnaround investment?

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Canadian Pacific Railway Limited: Is it Still a Double-Digit Growth Story?

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) declined over 23% from a high of $247 to about $188. Less demand in crude,…

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More Layoffs at TransCanada Corporation: Should Shareholders Be Alarmed?

More layoffs are coming to TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP). Should shareholders bail now or buy more shares for income and long-term…

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Canadian National Railway Company: Is it a Buy Despite Slower Growth?

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is showing softer demand in coal, grain, crude, metals, and minerals. Should investors stay away…

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Should You Buy Richelieu Hardware Ltd.?

Should you pay a multiple of 23 for Richelieu Hardware Ltd. (TSX:RCH)? Investors may be better off waiting for a…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Reasons to Choose Dividend Investing

Dividend investing is simple and easy. It generates passive income that you can use for your own purposes. Start now…

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Why Dividends Matter

With growth companies like Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)(NASDAQ:GOOG) going up 119% since 2010, you might think dividends don't matter. Here's why…

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7 Dividend Stocks for New Investors

New to investing? Here are seven high-quality, stable dividend payers for your portfolio, including Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and…

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Get Yields up to 8% From Residential Real Estate

Looking for passive rental income from residential real estate? Choose from these REITs: Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN), Boardwalk REIT…

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Canadian Western Bank: Priced Cheaply for Substantial Returns

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is discounted by 38% compared with historical trading levels. The low oil-price environment has dragged it…

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3 Energy Stocks You Can Bet on for a Comeback

If you believe in the long-term demand for oil, you don’t want to miss these stocks: TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), Suncor…

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Is Avigilon Corp. Your Growth Company?

Here is what I learned about Avigilon Corp. (TSX:AVO) from CIBC’s 14th Annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference. Should you buy…

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Should You Buy Brookfield Asset Management Inc. or the Assets it Manages?

Here's why you should buy what Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) manages, namely, Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and…

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2 Lessons to Learn From Peter Lynch

There's much to learn from Peter Lynch. One lesson would be to categorize your stocks, so you know the kind…

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Get Passive Rental Income of up to 9.6%

Looking for above-average income? Get stable rental income from these REITs including Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) and Northern Property…

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9 Stocks to Beat the Market

Dividend stocks tend to beat the market over the long term. Representative stocks from stable industries that pay consistent dividends…

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Benefit From the Weak Loonie With These 2 Dividend Stocks

A weak loonie is not all bad. Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and one more stock can help investors…

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5 Tips for Solid Dividend Investing

Dividend investing is simple if you follow these five tips. Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) is one company with a reliable business…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

These 3 Miners Could Soar in the Next Few Years

Looking for turnaround opportunities in well-run miners? Consider Dominion Diamond Corp. (TSX:DDC)(NYSE:DDC),Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW), and one more miner.

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What to Expect From an Investment in Canadian Pacific Railway Limited

Is it time to buy Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) now that it has fallen 23% from its 52-week high?…

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Dividend Investors: a Solid 5.2% Instant 3-Stock Portfolio for You

Too many stocks to choose from in this downturn? Start with Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), which has paid dividends…

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Dividend Investors: Is Enbridge Inc. or TransCanada Corporation a Better Investment?

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) battle it out for the top spot. Which one should income-oriented investors buy…

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Why You Shouldn’t Blindly Buy What Warren Buffett Buys

Here's why you shouldn't blindly follow Warren Buffett's moves. Instead, consider Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO), Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), and…

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What to Expect From an Investment in Canadian National Railway Company

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) declined 17% from its 52-week high so far. What kind of returns can you expect…

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Tech Stocks

Is Avigilon Corp. Your Ticket for Growth?

Avigilon Corp.'s (TSX:AVO) price has fallen 52% from its 52-week high. Its second-quarter revenue is showing signs of slower growth.…

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Get $1,000 in Monthly Rental Income From Boardwalk REIT

Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) offers a safe 3.8% income from a diversified portfolio of residential properties. You can receive monthly rental…

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Should You Buy Empire Company Limited After the 9% Drop?

Seldom do we see price drops of 9% in a day. Well, that's what happened to Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A)…

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Income Investors: Buy Fortis Inc. for Stability and Growth

Utilities are one of the most stable businesses to own. Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) has increased its dividend for over 40…

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Why You Should Focus on Dividends Instead of Stock Prices

Build wealth by focusing on dividends from profitable businesses such as TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust…

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4 Diversified Dividend Stocks to Buy Today

To build a diversified dividend portfolio, Canadians can find the best value in Canadian banks such as Bank of Nova…

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Get a Growing Income From These Utilities to Counter Volatility

Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) have grown dividends for over four decades. Buy them today to grow…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Inc. and its Misleading Dividend-Growth Forecast

Investors should not expect Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) to grow dividends at a compound annual growth rate of 14-16% going forward.…

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2 Ways to Reduce Your Income Tax

Reduce tax on your future income by contributing to a TFSA or an RRSP. The best way to make your…

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Get $1,000 of Monthly Rental Income From RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust

Looking for reliable monthly income? Consider buying RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) for monthly rental income from retail properties.

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Should You Use Your TFSA or RRSP for Retirement Investing?

TFSAs and RRSPs shelter your investments, such as Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), from taxes,…

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The Safest Energy Stocks Are on Sale!

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are on sale with attractive yields of 3.6% and 4.8%, respectively.

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3 Valuable Dividend Stocks Still Priced Cheaply

Frustrated that you missed the August 24th dip? Don't pout about the missed chance. Instead, look for current opportunities in…

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2 Things You Should Know About RRSPs, RRIFs, and Withdrawals

Investing high-quality stocks such as The Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) in your RRSP makes your retirement more comfortable than placing your…

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