Mat Litalien, MBA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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1 of My Favourite Marijuana Stocks May Now Be Range Bound

October 2, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Supreme Cannabis Company Inc's (TSXV:FIRE) stock may be range bound thanks to the details of its recent convertible debentures offering.

Quarterly Top Picks in Review: Solid Performance

September 30, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

My investment theses for my top picks, such as Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM), have not changed. Their stocks…

Tech Stocks

Will BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) Stock Soar? Not Likely

September 28, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

BlackBerry Ltd.'s (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) second-quarter earnings beat both the top and bottom lines. Its stock valuation, however, is ahead of expected…

This Is the Best-Valued Canadian Dividend Aristocrat: 30% Upside!

September 27, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian General Investments Ltd. (TSX:CGI) is trading at a significant discount to historical averages and its net asset value.

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Should You Buy Canopy Growth Corp’s (TSX:WEED) Venture Spin-Off?

September 26, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp's (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) venture spin-off Canopy Rivers Inc (TSXV:RIV) provides an interesting value proposition.

Be Warned: Marijuana Stocks Could Burn Investors

September 25, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Take your profits in Aurora Cannabis Inc's (TSX:ACB) stock and other marijuana market leaders. Here's why.

Holding Bitcoin in Your TFSA and RRSP

September 23, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Should investors hold their Bitcoin investments inside their TFSA or RRSP? Should they invest in an ETF such as Blockchain Technologies…

Dividend Stocks

These Tech Stocks Have Vaulted to the Top of My Watch List

September 22, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The tech sector has finally cooled. Given recent weakness, Open Text Corp (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) and Constellation Software Inc (TSX:CSU) are stocks…

Investing

Better Buy: Hexo Corp (TSX:HEXO) vs. CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST)

September 21, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

It's a middleweight battle: HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO) versus CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST). Which stock is the better buy today?

Dividend Stocks

The Perfect Combination of Growth and Income: Why This Tech Stock Is on My Watch List

September 20, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Enghouse Systems Ltd (TSX:ENGH) is a little-known tech company. Its stock has consistently outperformed, has double-digit growth rates, and a…

Investing

This Telecom Has Outperformed the Big 3 and Has 20% Upside!

September 18, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Quebecor Inc. (TSX:QBR.B) has an average 23% annual return over the past five years. Double-digit growth is expected to continue,…

This Big Five Bank Is Undervalued With 15% Upside!

September 17, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) offers 15% upside and limited downside. It's undervalued and is the best valued Big Five…

Bitcoin and Blockchain: Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful

September 16, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Bitcoin- and blockchain-related stocks have plunged. As a result, funds such as Blockchain Technologies ETF (TSX:HBLK) are great buy-low candidates.

Better Buy: Supreme Cannabis (TSX:FIRE) Stock vs. Cronos Group (TSX:CRON) Stock

September 14, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

It's David vs. Goliath: Supreme Cannabis Company Inc (TSX:FIRE) vs. Cronos Group Inc (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON). Which stock is the better buy…

Dollarama’s (TSX:DOL) Stock Appeal Is Fading

September 13, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc.'s (TSX:DOL) stock has been flat year to date. Its days of high growth are in the rear-view mirror…

Investing

This Canadian Retail Stock Has 53% Upside!

September 12, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Roots Corp's (TSX:ROOT) stock has been mired in a downtrend. It is trading below expected growth rates and has significant…

Has Activist Pressure Inflated Hexo Corp.’s (TSX:HEXO) Stock Price?

September 11, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

HEXO Corp's (TSX:HEXO) stock is one of the best-performing marijuana stocks on the TSX. Is activist pressure good for investors?

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Better Buy: Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Stock vs. Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Stock

September 9, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

This is a battle of industry heavy weights: Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB). Which stock is…

Investing

Socially Responsible Investing: What You Need to Know

September 8, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Socially responsible investing is one of the fastest-growing trends in Canada. The BMO Women in Leadership Fund (TSX:WOMN) is a…

Investing

Don’t Miss Out! Here Is the Best-Valued Marijuana Stock Today

September 7, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Supreme Cannabis Company Inc (TSX:FIRE), formerly Supreme Pharmaceuticals, is one of the best-valued marijuana stocks in the industry.

Tech Stocks

Is This Canada’s Top Tech Stock?

September 6, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Descartes Systems Group Inc (TSX:DSG)(NASDAQ:DSGX) is one of Canada's best tech stocks. Despite high valuations, the company is expected to…

Dividend Stocks

Mortgages Issues Resolved, This Bank Has 35% Upside

September 4, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) has completed its mortgage review and expectations were inline with guidance. Laurentian Bank's stock has…

Dividend Stocks

This Bank is Leading the Digital Revolution with Double-Digit Growth

September 1, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

VersaBank (TSE:VB) is Canada's first fully digital Schedule 1 Chartered Bank. This high growth bank is a good alternative to…

Dividend Stocks

Are Marijuana Stocks Too Volatile? How to Benefit Without the Risk

August 31, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Marijuana stocks are highly volatile. Are you looking for a safer way to invest in the cannabis industry? Loblaw Companies…

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Is Canada’s Top Banking Stock

August 30, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is Canada's best bank. Its stock has consistently outperformed its peers and is worthy of its industry…

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now

August 30, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Are you looking for stocks that generate income? Look no further. Here are three top dividend stocks, including Canadian Utilities…

Dividend Stocks

Best Canadian REITs for Income Seekers

August 29, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's best REITs, such as RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), are excellent investments for income seekers.

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) Is in Need of a Catalyst

August 25, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc.'s (TSX:DOL) has underperformed since its stock split. It remains overvalued and is in need of a catalyst .

Investing

Why the TSX Index Has Been a Dog During This Record Bull Run

August 24, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The TSX Index has significantly underperformed the S&P 500 over this record nine-year bull market.

Dividend Stocks

Attention: This May Be Your Last Chance to Buy CIBC’s Stock at a Discount!

August 23, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) posted blowout earnings on Thursday. This may be your last chance to pick up…

Lock In Double-Digit Gains With This Undervalued Financial

August 22, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF) is currently undervalued and has positioned itself for the digital age with its FinTech investments.

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Thinking of Buying Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock? Here’s What You Need to Know

August 21, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

In 2018, Canada Goose Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) has been one of the best performing stocks on the TSX. Is it still…

Dividend Stocks

Taking the Fight to Short Sellers!

August 20, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) is going on the offensive against notable short seller Mark Cohodes.

Dividend Stocks

CIBC Stock Is a Top Pick for Retirees

August 19, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) income, growth and valuation profile makes it a top pick for retirees.

Dividend Stocks

Should Investors Buy Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RBC) Stock Before Earnings?

August 19, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) kicks off the bank earnings season this Wednesday. Is it time to buy?

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Monthly Dividend-Paying Stocks for Retirement

August 17, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Monthly dividend payers such as AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) can provide reliable and stable income for retirees.

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Canopy Growth Corp’s (TSX:WEED) Stock Remains the Pot Industry’s Top Pick

August 16, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) popped 31% after releasing earnings. Yet the big news was the $5 billion investment by Constellation…

Dividend Stocks

Be Warned: This Canadian Dividend Aristocrat Is Not a Good Investment

August 14, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) missed on both the top and bottom lines in the second quarter. Restructuring costs and…

Dividend Stocks

Is Home Capital Group’s (TSX:HCG) Stock About to Soar?

August 14, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Home Capital Group Inc (TSX:HCG) posted second-quarter earnings on Tuesday. It missed earnings estimates and beat on revenues.

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The Fate of the Pot Industry Lies With Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)

August 12, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) is the best-in-class pot stock. Expect upcoming earnings to shake up the industry.

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