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Investing

Can You Trust Aurora Cannabis’ (TSX:ACB) Stock and Canopy Growth’s (TSX:WEED) Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The annual Board Games report was released. How do the industries' top marijuana stocks far when it come to Board…

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank’s (TSX:TD) Stock or Royal Bank of Canada’s (TSX:RY) Stock Before Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Which of Canada's two largest banks -- Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) -- should you buy…

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Tech Stocks

Better Buy: Shopify (TSX:SHOP) or Kinaxis’ (TSX:KXS) Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's top tech stocks have plummeted during the most recent market crash. Should you buy Shopify Inc (USA)(TSX:SHOP) or Kinaxis…

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Investing

Bears Attack: Investors Are Betting Against These Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

We are in the midst of a market crash. Is the cheapest bank stock in Canada, Laurentian Bank of Canada…

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Investing

Is Now the Time to Buy Marijuana Stocks Such as Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) stocks plunged on the back of disappointing quarterly results. Is it…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Royal Nickel’s (TSX:RNX) Stock Jumped 575%: Time to Sell?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

RNC Minerals' (TSX:RNX) stock jumped 575% over the past few months. Formerly Royal Nickel Corp, is this penny stock worth…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Enbridge’s (TSX:ENB) Dividend Safe?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Since 2016, Enbridge Inc's (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock has struggled. As a result its high dividend yield as come into question. Is…

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Dividend Stocks

Want to Beat the TSX Index? Start With These 2 Stocks Trading at Big Discounts

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Growth has dominated market returns over the past few years. Not anymore. If you want to beat the TSX Index,…

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Dividend Stocks

Ask a Fool: What Are the 3 Top Tech Stocks to Buy Today?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

It's a great time to pick up tech stocks such as Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP). The recent market volatility has resulted…

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Investors Beware: The Free Fall Continues for This High-Growth Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Despite revenue-growth rates of approximately 30%, Freshii Inc. (TSX:FRII) has plunged 65% year to date. Why the disconnect?

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Dividend Stocks

Act Now: Protect Your Portfolio With These 2 Defensive Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Insider buying at these two dividend growth stocks indicates positive insider sentiment. They are also a great way to protect…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reasons Why This Company Is a Buy

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Capital Power Corp's (TSX:CPX) stock has taken a hit post-earnings. Ignore short-term noise; this utility stock has plenty to offer…

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Beat the TSX With This High-Growth Dividend Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Are you worried about your dividend stocks underperforming as rates rise? Waste Connections Inc (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) will outperform with double-digit growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) Is a Top Stock on the TSX Index

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Look beyond the noise. Manulife Financial Corporation's (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) stock is undervalued. The company posted third-quarter results that beat expectations.

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Growth and Dividend Stock to Buy Right Now

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Goeasy Ltd (TSX:GSY) posted record quarterly results. The company is a top growth stock with an increasing dividend that is…

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Dividend Stocks

Insiders Are Buying This Deeply Discounted Value Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Insiders have been scooping up VersaBank (TSX:VB) stock. The company is undervalued and has significant upside from today's share price.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Mat Litalien, MBA

These two stocks are great defensive investments and outperform during times of uncertainty and economic growth. This makes them buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge’s (TSX:ENB) Stock Is Gaining Momentum and Offers Significant Upside

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Enbridge Inc's (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock offers plenty of upside. A high starting yield and a growing dividend also make it a…

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Dividend Stocks

Rare Triple-Threat Alert: This Value Stock Also Offers Double-Digit Growth and Income

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The recent market weakness has opened up plenty of options for value investors. TFI International's (TSX:TFII) stock is one such…

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Growth Stock May Cut its Dividend

| Mat Litalien, MBA

AltaGas Ltd's (TSX:ALA) third quarter earnings did little to alleviate fears of a dividend cut. The company missed expectations and…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Big Banks Are Oversold: Time to Buy!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The stocks of Canada's big banks, including Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock, are oversold. Now is the time to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) Stock Is a Defensive Investment in Times of Uncertainty

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) stock has corrected and should now be considered as a defensive investment against the current market volatility.

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Dividend Stocks

Act Now and Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank’s (TSX:TD) Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is Canada's best banking stock, and it's now on sale.

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend-Growth Stock Is a Buy Despite the Market Mayhem

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Cineplex Inc's (TSX:CGX) stock has bounced of its 52-week lows. A strong film slate and its growing dividend has led…

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Dividend Stocks

Now Is the Time to Buy This Dividend-Growth Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian National Railway's (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stock is due for a rebound as it beat third-quarter estimates. Protect your portfolio with CN…

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Dividend Stocks

Warning: More Downside Ahead for These Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Short positions are good indicators of bearish investor sentiment, and two Canadian Dividend Aristocrats, such as Finning International Inc. (TSX:FTT),…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Double Your Income in Under Three Years –

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Stocks with high dividend growth rates can grow your income at a faster pace than those with higher yields and…

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Dividend Stocks

Warning: Not All Dips Are Buying Opportunities

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Not all stock dips are considered buying opportunities. Don't try and catch a falling knife. Unless you time it perfectly,…

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Investing

Is Now the Time to Buy Bausch Health Companies (TSX:BHC)?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bausch Health Companies' (TSX:BHC)(NYSE:BHC) stock has quietly had a banner year. Has the company finally emerged from the shadows of…

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Energy Stocks

Get Ahead of Analysts and Beat the Market With This Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

North American Construction Group Ltd's (TSX:NOA)(NYSE:NOA) stock price hasn't caught up with expected earnings target. Expect analyst upgrades in the…

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Investing

‘Twas the Night Before Pot Legalization…

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Recreational cannabis becomes legal tomorrow and Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB) is the less-risky option for investors.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks Yielding Over 5%

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Reliable dividend-growth stocks such as BCE Inc (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are great investments to protect your portfolio against a market crash.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Looking for Income? This Underfollowed Small Cap Is a Dividend Star

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Underappreciated small-cap technology company Sylogist Ltd. (TSXV:SYZ) has a seven-year dividend-growth streak and history of issuing special dividends.

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Energy Stocks

This Little-Known Stock Can Double Your Money

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Tamarack Valley Energy Ltd (TSX:TVE) stock is trading almost 50% below analysts' estimates. It recently raised guidance and expects double-digit…

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Dividend Stocks

Add This Dividend Aristocrat to Protect Against a Market Crash

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) has been a top performer in the utility industry and is the perfect stock to protect against…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy Today

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank's (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock is among some of the best dividend-growth buys on the market.

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Dividend Stock to Kick-Start Your TFSA Retirement Portfolio

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is a top dividend stock for TFSA and RRSP accounts.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Stocks to Buy While Others Are Fearful

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX:CFX) and West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT) offer great value. Their stocks are oversold and…

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Dividend Stocks

This Top Dividend Stock Has a Yield of Over 5%

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSX:PPL) is a top dividend stock for your retirement portfolio.

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Investing

This Stock Is up Over 200% and Has Plenty of Room for Growth: No, it’s Not a Cannabis Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Viemed Healthcare Inc's (TSX:VMD) stock has outperformed marijuana stocks, is undervalued, and is well positioned for further explosive growth.

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