Mat Litalien, MBA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

Better RRSP Top Up: Fortis (TSX:FTS) or Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU) Stock?

January 18, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Utilities Ltd (TSX:CU) and Fortis Inc's (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) stocks are two of the most reliable dividend stocks the TSX. Which…

This Tech Stock Is a Top Pick Among Analysts

January 17, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Open Text Corp's (TSX;OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) stock is a top pick among analysts with 13 buys. It offers value, income and growth…

It’s Unanimous: Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) Stock Is a Buy

January 17, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Analysts are very bullish on Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock. The company is trading at good values and is on the…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Should You Take a Chance on This Gold Stock Trading Under 10$?

January 16, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Pretium Resources Inc's (TSX:PVG)(NYSE:PVG) stock is down 20% to start the year on production miss and suspect trading activity. Is…

Dividend Stocks

Has Corus Entertainment’s (TSX:CJR.B) Stock Finally Turned a Corner?

January 15, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Corus Entertainment Inc's (TSX:CJR.B) stock jumped almost 6% on the back of strong first-quarter earnings. Is this the start of…

ATTENTION: Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) CEO Is Stepping Down. Is This Good News for its Stock?

January 13, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Are second-quarter earnings and a management shakeup enough to restore confidence in Aphria's (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) stock?

Dividend Stocks

Toronto Dominion Bank’s (TSX:TD) Stock Is Canada’s Best Bank for 2019

January 13, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for the perfect stock to top up your RRSP? Load up on Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock -- Canada's best…

How Far Can Shopify’s (TSX:SHOP) Stock Soar in 2019?

January 12, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Shopify Inc's (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock has been unstoppable. Despite short attacks and a difficult macro-economic backdrop it still returned 50% in…

TFSA Investors: A Great Stock to Buy With Double-Digit Growth

January 10, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Aritizia Inc's (TSX:ATZ) stock is expected to outperform the TSX Index in 2019. Strong third-quarter earnings make it a top…

Dividend Stocks

2 Undervalued Stocks With High Dividend Yields to Buy Now

January 7, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for investment ideas to top up your RRSP account? Then consider undervalued stocks with high yields such as Enbridge…

Investing

My Top Marijuana Stock for 2019

January 6, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Trading well below highs, it's time to take another look at the cannabis industry. CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST) stock should…

Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) Stock Isn’t Worth the Risk

January 5, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Questionable acquisitions, insider activity and shareholder class action lawsuits make Aphria Inc's (USA)(TSX:APHA) stock a risky buy.

Dividend Stocks

Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Stock a Buy for 2019?

January 4, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) stock has been a dog over the past five years. However, it now provides an…

This Consumer Defensive Stock Is a Top Pick for 2019

January 3, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Premium Brands Holdings Corp's (TSX:PBH) stock is a triple-threat. It provides excellent value, a growing dividend and double-digit EPS growth…

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM), Canada’s Worst-Performing Bank Stock

January 2, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Consider adding Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) stock to your portfolio using this simple back-tested strategy.

Tech Stocks

This IoT Stock Is a Top Pick for 2019

January 1, 2019 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) is an IoT pure play. Its stock is oversold, undervalued, and due for a bounce-back year…

Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Best Dividend-Growth Stocks for 2019 and Beyond

December 30, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Enbridge Inc's (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock is among the top dividend-growth stocks in Canada. These companies have safe and reliable double-digit growth…

3 Highest-Yielding Stocks (Dogs of the TSX)

December 29, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The Dogs of the TSX is a very successful investing strategy. Are the dividends for stocks, such as ARC Resources…

Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Newest Dividend Aristocrats (Part 3)

December 28, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Here is a list of companies, including Brookfield Real Estate Services (TSX:BRE), that have a history of reliable dividend growth.

Canada’s Newest Dividend Aristocrats (Part 2)

December 27, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for new investment ideas? Consider Canada's newest Canadian Dividend Aristocrats for your TFSA and RRSP portfolios.

Canada’s Newest Dividend Aristocrats (Part 1)

December 26, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

These companies have been added to Canada's list of top dividend growth stocks. These stocks are suitable for your TFSA…

Investing

Has the Bubble Popped? Short Positions Increase on Marijuana Stocks

December 23, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Marijuana stocks such as Cronos Group Inc. (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON) are the target of recent short-selling activity.

3 Top Financial Stocks for 2019

December 21, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for top up your RRSP or contribute to your TFSA? Add these three financials stocks, including Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD),…

Investing

Warning: December Is on Pace for its Biggest Loss Since the Great Depression

December 20, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Not all dips are buying opportunities. In a market crash, investors should stick to safe and reliable performers and avoid…

Top Up Your RRSP Portfolio With This Dividend-Growth Stock

December 19, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Investors should consider adding Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) to their portfolios. It's the perfect combination of value, growth, and income.

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) Is Oversold and Offers 38% Upside

December 18, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Montreal's (USA)(TSX:BMO) stock is oversold. Insiders have been scooping up shares and the stock is undervalued.

Trading Near 52-Week Lows: Is Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) Stock a Buy for 2019?

December 16, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Aphria Inc's (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) stock price has plunged to 52-week lows. Is it time to buy this high-profile marijuana stock?

This Financial Stock Is a Screaming Buy and a Top Pick for 2019

December 15, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

goeasy Ltd's (TSX:GSY) stock is trading at rock-bottom valuations. It has a strong growth profile and an impeccable track record.

Are You in Panic Mode? These 3 Stocks Will Beat the TSX in 2019

December 14, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The market has been extremely volatile, and investors are getting anxious. Consider adding stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) to beat…

Dividend Stocks

The 3 Top Tech Stocks to Buy for 2019

December 13, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The tech sector is expected to once again outperform in 2019. Consider tech stocks such as Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) for…

Is Recent Insider Buying a Good Sign for Cineplex’s (TSX:CGX) Stock Heading Into 2019?

December 12, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Cineplex Inc's (TSX:CGX) stock cratered following third quarter results. Insiders are buying and and analysts are bullish. Now is the…

This Energy Producer Has Soared 61% and It’s Still Cheap

December 9, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

MEG Energy Corp (TSX:MEG) is fending off a hostile takeover from Husky Energy. Its status as a low cost producer…

Attention Income Seekers: 3 Stocks Yielding Over 6%

December 8, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

If your looking for income, look no further than Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). These stocks provide safe, reliable and…

3 Dividend Growth Stocks to Protect Your Portfolio

December 7, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

If you are worried about market volatility, consider protecting your portfolio with top dividend growth stocks.

Warning: More Downside Ahead for This Value Stock

December 5, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

It’s been a year to forget for Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) shareholders. In late 2017, the company was caught…

Should You Buy Bank of Montreal’s (TSX:BMO) Stock Before Earnings?

December 3, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is scheduled to report earnings this week. Should investors buy its stock before earnings?

Dollarama’s (TSX:DOL) Stock Has Plunged by 31%: Should You Buy Before Earnings?

December 2, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) is scheduled to report third quarter results December 6th. Should investors by its stock before earnings?

3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in December

December 1, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The widening price gap between WCS and WTI is of great concern. However, Suncor Energy Inc's (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock is one…

Bucking the Trend: This Energy Stock Has Soared by 35%

November 30, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's oil patch is in full crisis mode. If you want energy exposure without the commodity risk, take a look…

2 Marijuana Stocks I’d Consider Buying Today

November 29, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

As the industry consolidates, Aphria's (USA)(TSX:APHA) stock is one marijuana company I'd consider buying today.

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