Kris Knutson, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

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Coronavirus

Are Canadian Railways Buys During the Market Crash?

March 30, 2020 | Kris Knutson

The market crash has given investors a golden opportunity to buy stocks. After falling from their highs, are railways like…

Coronavirus

Coronavirus Sell-off: Should You Buy This Decimated Miner?

March 28, 2020 | Kris Knutson

It is very tempting to think of taking a shot at buying shares of cheap commodity stocks like Teck Resources…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: Should You Buy This Oil Giant?

March 27, 2020 | Kris Knutson

With uncertainty reigning supreme at the moment, it is best to stick with the best in class out of any…

Dividend Stocks

During Volatility, Focus on Buying These Quality Stocks

March 26, 2020 | Kris Knutson

When markets are moving up and down in as chaotic a fashion, as they have been in recent weeks, focus…

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Energy Stocks

1 Fantastic Dividend Stock You Can Buy in the Crash

March 26, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Stocks are sitting at multi-year lows, giving income investors a chance to build up their core dividend portfolios. Enbridge Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: This Is How You Should Invest

March 24, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Our global addiction to debt left us susceptible to this massive stock market crash which has affected everyone. In turbulent…

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Tech Stocks

Is This Tech Stock a Buy in a Crashing Market?

March 23, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Stocks are coming down hard, and tech stocks like Lightspeed POS Inc. (TSX:LSPD) have not escaped the selling. Is it…

Dividend Stocks

3 Tips for Investing During a Recession

March 21, 2020 | Kris Knutson

A recession seems to be pretty likely at this point, so investors need to have a plan for investing during…

Dividend Stocks

1 Utility Company That’s a Gift From the Stock Market Crash

March 21, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Utility companies have been too expensive to buy for over a year, but are finally reasonable enough to start buying.…

Dividend Stocks

3 Great Market-Crash Deals for Your TFSA

March 20, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Although it is impossible to time the market, it can be easy to see when it is a great time…

Dividend Stocks

1 Great Bank to Buy During the Bear Market

March 20, 2020 | Kris Knutson

In the midst of a bear market, it can be tough to buy stocks. Right now the Toronto Dominion Bank…

Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Stocks That the Market Crash Slaughtered

March 19, 2020 | Kris Knutson

The stomach-jarring drops of the last few weeks have slaughtered stocks like Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR). These dividend giants…

Dividend Stocks

The Greatest Opportunity Since the Financial Crisis

March 2, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Volatility is at the highest level since the financial crisis, so use it to sell put options and own stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks Dividend Investors Have to Own in 2020

February 28, 2020 | Kris Knutson

It's a great time to buy income stocks like Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) as long-term holds. The market doesn't…

Dividend Stocks

1 Utility Dividend Stock You Must Buy

February 27, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Capital Power Corp. (TSX:CPX) is an excellent renewable energy stock with a growing dividend that you should include in your…

Dividend Stocks

2 Beaten-Up Stocks With Yields Over 6%

February 26, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Getting yield today remains a challenge in spite of the pullback in stocks. Companies like Russel Metals Inc. (TSX:RUS) could…

Energy Stocks

1 Clean Energy Stock Just Pulled Back: Buy It Today

February 25, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Xebec Adsorption Inc. (TSXV:XBC) is a great way to bet on clean energy for the future. The renewable natural gas…

Dividend Stocks

1 Income Stock That You Have to Own

February 24, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a great high-yield buy today for income-focused investors. It has a high yield of almost 6%…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) or Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF)?

February 15, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Insurance companies have had a difficult time in recent years, but they might be turning around. Is it time to…

Dividend Stocks

Retirement Income: 3 High-Yield Stocks to Buy Today

February 15, 2020 | Kris Knutson

A continued low-interest environment isn't a problem in retirement with dividend stocks like Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks With a Combined Yield of Over 10%

February 15, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Getting a high yield today is easy if you look to the energy sector, with stocks like Vermilion Energy Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Retirement Income: Give Yourself a Raise With These 2 Stocks

February 14, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Retirees can give themselves a boost to their income by purchasing high-yield stocks like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) with a portion…

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Investing

Millenials: 1 Core ETF You Have to Own

February 14, 2020 | Kris Knutson

If you are new to investing and want to get started quickly and easily, buy this low-fee, Canadian-listed Vanguard S&P…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Cautious Investors: You Must Own Some Gold

February 6, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Global debt loads and low-interest rates are huge threats to our international stability. Buy gold stocks such as Barrick Gold…

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP) a Buy in a Frothy Market?

February 5, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Markets are certainly bumpy and shares of hot stocks like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) are expensive. It might be a good…

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Dividend Stocks

Coronavirus Fears Might Beat Down These 2 Stocks

February 4, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Travel stocks like Air Canada (TSX:AC.B) are impacted by negative headlines and might be hit hard in the coming months…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Income Stocks You Need to Buy Today

January 31, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Earning income from investments in retirement is harder than it ever has been before, but owning stocks like BCE Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Tesla Inc. Is Expensive: Own This Car Stock Instead

January 30, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Although Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) is a hot stock, you would be better off over the long-term owning shares of Magna…

Dividend Stocks

Big Company or Big Yield: Which Oil Stock Should You Buy?

January 30, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Should you purchase shares of a large oil producer like Canadian Natural Resources Inc. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) or a smaller company with…

Dividend Stocks

Here’s How to Invest in Times of Market Fear

January 29, 2020 | Kris Knutson

There are a number of dark clouds over the global economy. Have a strategy for 2020, starting with buying gold…

Dividend Stocks

A 9% Yielding Stock That Could Double in 2020

January 29, 2020 | Kris Knutson

The energy patch is the best place for value-focused income investors to look for bargains. Buy Surge Energy Inc. (TSX:SGY)…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Gold Company That Could Double in 2020

January 24, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAAS)(NASDAQ:PAAS) is strategically positioned to take advantage of a major move in the price of the…

Dividend Stocks

Is the Market at the Top? 3 Steps to Prepare for a Downturn

January 24, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Cautious investors should begin to protect their portfolios from a potential downturn by purchasing gold stocks like Agnico Eagle Ltd.…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: A Tax-Free 6% Yield and Big Upside Potential

January 23, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Whitecap Resources Inc. (TSX:WCP) has a fantastic monthly dividend and the potential for sharp capital gains in the future, which…

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Buy 3 REITs With Your 2020 Contribution

January 23, 2020 | Kris Knutson

The high yield on REITs like Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) is great for TFSA investors who are looking for…

Energy Stocks

2 Deep-Value Oil Service Stocks for Big Returns

January 21, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Oil stocks are cheap and they are starting to move once again with value service stocks like Precision Drilling Corp.…

Dividend Stocks

3 Ways to Protect Your Portfolio From a Market Crash in 2020

January 20, 2020 | Kris Knutson

Global debt is making the world economy quite brittle, so it is a good time to use strategies like buying…

Dividend Stocks

1 Great Stock That I Would Not Buy Today

January 18, 2020 | Kris Knutson

I love utility companies like Brookfield Renewable Resources LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) , but you are paying a high price at the…

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Dividend Stocks

Protect Your Cash With 2 ETFs for Worried Investors

January 16, 2020 | Kris Knutson

There are still many reasons to be cautious, so use savings ETFs like the Purpose High-Interest Savings ETF (TSX:PSA) to…

Dividend Stocks

1 Oil Stock With a 6% Yield That’s a Buy in January

January 16, 2020 | Kris Knutson

It's a great time to invest in energy stocks, with companies like Torc Oil and Gas Ltd. (TSX:TOG) paying great…

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