Member Login
  1. Authors
    2. /
  2. Kris Knutson
    3. /

Author: Kris Knutson

Recent Articles

Tech Stocks

2 Covered Call ETFs for Massive Income

| Kris Knutson

Generating income in a low interest rate environment is a necessity. Buying ETFs using a covered call strategy like BMO…

Read more »

Tech Stocks

The Future Is Now: 2 Ways to Invest in Cryptocurrencies

| Kris Knutson

Cryptocurrencies are going to be more mainstream forms of currencies in the future if money printing continues at such a…

Read more »

Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Stocks Soar! Are These 2 Stocks Still Attractive Today?

| Kris Knutson

Gold is still on its way to all-time high prices, and gold stocks are being powered higher alongside the metal.…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Should I Buy These 2 Ridiculously Cheap Financial Stocks?

| Kris Knutson

Financial stocks like Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) have been trounced in the recent downturn. Unlike tech stocks, they have not…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

A Tough Lesson: 3 Stocks That Prove Dividends Aren’t Always Safe

| Kris Knutson

Investing for income can be great, but investors should keep in mind how fragile dividends can be. Even dividend growers…

Read more »

Coronavirus

The Golden Rule: Should You Buy Gold Mining Stocks Today?

| Kris Knutson

Gold mining stocks had a great run so far this year, but there are still potholes in the economy. Owning…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Recession: Should I Buy Canadian Railway Stocks?

| Kris Knutson

Railway companies like Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) have been excellent capital and dividend appreciation stocks for years. With the potential…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Are You a Market Pessimist? 3 ETF Options for Your Cash

| Kris Knutson

If you are a cash-rich market pessimist waiting for opportunities, you need to store your cash somewhere. ETFs like Purpose…

Read more »

Energy Stocks

Value Investors: 2 Pipeline Stocks That Are Worth the Risk

| Kris Knutson

Pipelines have been stable dividend-paying stocks for years, but that status has changed. Companies like Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) are…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Retirement Income: 2 Stable Income Stocks to Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

With GICs paying paltry sums these days, retirees are forced to look at the stock market. Generate income with solid…

Read more »

Bank Stocks

Income Investors: With a 5.5% Yield, TD Bank (TSX:TD) Is a Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

If there is a prolonged economic slowdown, you will need to pick the right bank. Holding a diversified bank like…

Read more »

Coronavirus

Market Recovery: Is This Small High-Yield Stock a Buy Today?

| Kris Knutson

Airlines have been crushed, and Exchange Income Corp. (TSX:EIF) was hammered along with the rest. Recently, the high-yield stock has…

Read more »

Tech Stocks

This Cash-Rich Stock Should Be on Your Market Crash Buy List

| Kris Knutson

Cash-rich companies like Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) are too expensive to buy today. They do, however, have survivability and should be…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Market Rally: 1 Dividend That’s Still a Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

Warren Buffett is a proponent of buying stocks at a reasonable price and holding them for the long term. One…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

This Is the Only REIT I’d Own Today

| Kris Knutson

I am not a big believer in real estate at the moment, but Brookfield Property Partners LP (TSX:BPY.UN)(NASDAQ:BPY) is one…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Market Rally: 1 Cheap Renewable Energy Stock Yielding 7%

| Kris Knutson

It's getting tricky to buy dividend stocks again, but there are still a few gems out there like Capital Power…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap REITs: Value Investors’ Dream or Value Trap?

| Kris Knutson

REITs like H&R REIT (TSX:HR.UN) have come down hard over the last couple of months. Are these cheap stocks with…

Read more »

Coronavirus

Market Uncertainty: Hedge Your Gains With This ETF

| Kris Knutson

Stocks have started rising, but uncertainty and the possibility of money-printed inflation remain. Buy a precious metals ETF like XGD…

Read more »

Tech Stocks

Nervous Investors: 1 Canadian Growth Stock to Withstand Volatility

| Kris Knutson

After the market recovery, it is increasingly difficult to find stocks trading at reasonable valuations. If you want to buy…

Read more »

Tech Stocks

Market Recovery: Is This Tech Stock Worth Buying Today?

| Kris Knutson

Tech stocks have mostly shot up to high valuations once again, but there are some stocks, like CGI Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB),…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Recession Risk: Avoid These 2 Financial Stocks for Now

| Kris Knutson

Right now, it is a good idea to stick to the larger, more diversified Canadian banks.

Read more »

Investing

Oil Collapse: 1 Cheap Stock for Commodity Addicts 

| Kris Knutson

It has been a brutal five years for oil investors. Nothing seems to go right for very long. Right now,…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Market Volatility: 2 Cash Alternatives for Uncertain Markets

| Kris Knutson

There are risks with all assets, even including cash. It can be a wise idea to invest in cash alternatives…

Read more »

Investing

Contrarian Investors: Here’s a Cheap Oil Stock That Can Thrive

| Kris Knutson

Investing in oil has been a soul-crushing endeavor for years. There is blood in the streets, but you have to…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Market Volatility: 3 Key Criteria for Choosing a Stock

| Kris Knutson

It can be hard to ride out turbulent times with individual stocks. If you choose to buy a single company…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Market Rally: Should I Buy This Defensive Stock?

| Kris Knutson

The market is charging higher. Defensive stocks like Loblaw Co. LTD. (TSX:L) have served their purpose. Its strong dividend and…

Read more »

close-up photo of investor Warren Buffett
Stocks for Beginners

Market Recovery: Warren Buffett’s Best Advice for Investors

| Kris Knutson

It can be stressful to ride out a historic market collapse. By following these three nuggets of wisdom from the…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

This High-Yield Stock Just Got Even More Compelling

| Kris Knutson

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is a compelling buy at these levels and is getting better. It has a fantastic…

Read more »

Coronavirus

The Market Roars: It’s Time to Be Cautious

| Kris Knutson

If markets shoot up on stimulus, debt, and excessive risk-taking in the near future, we could be in for a…

Read more »

Coronavirus

Is This Battered Airline a Contrarian Buy?

| Kris Knutson

There's an old investing saying that you should buy when there is blood in the streets. Air Canada (TSX:AC) shares…

Read more »

Investing

Two Beaten-Up Dividend Giants That Could Double in 2020

| Kris Knutson

Oil stocks certainly aren't secure, but dividend stocks like Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) could offer excellent possibilities for high rewards…

Read more »

Bank Stocks

It’s the Best Time to Buy Canadian Banks in Years

| Kris Knutson

Canadian banks have run up since their lows, but they are still worth buying if you are starting a position.…

Read more »

Tech Stocks

Is Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Actually a Defensive Stock?

| Kris Knutson

Tech stocks like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) are defying expectations, almost seeming to be defensive stocks as every other sector is…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Crisis Investing: Get a 7% Yield From This Green Energy Producer Today

| Kris Knutson

The market has run up, but there are still great companies to buy today. Invest in a smaller renewable energy…

Read more »

Bank Stocks

These ETFs Are the Best Way to Buy Canadian Banks

| Kris Knutson

It can be difficult to choose which Canadian bank to own. Take away the guesswork by purchasing an ETF like…

Read more »

Coronavirus

Market Crash: Diversify Your Portfolio Today

| Kris Knutson

Diversifying across geographies and industries is a great way to protect your portfolio. Consider using a high-income ETF such as…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Is This Company a Safe Dividend Stock?

| Kris Knutson

Pipeline stocks like Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) were great dividend companies for many years. In the current market environment, are…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: Is Real Estate the Next Market to Fall?

| Kris Knutson

Is real estate, with its high prices and equally high debt levels, the next market to fall? If so, perhaps…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: Is This Tech Stock Still a Great Buy?

| Kris Knutson

The entire stock market is pulling back, and Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) is falling with it. The stock is much…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 1 Income Stock to Buy in Falling Markets

| Kris Knutson

It is a very difficult time for retirees to find reliable income. One stock you can buy in this falling…

Read more »