Mat Litalien, MBA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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This Pot Stock Is Punishing Shareholders

August 11, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB) has been recklessly diluting shareholders by overpaying for acquisitions.

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Bank Stocks

Will Growth or Value Stocks Outperform to Close Out the Year?

August 10, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Growth stocks have outperformed value stocks over the past few years. Is the tide about to change in favour of…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Nevsun Resources (TSX:NSU) Stock: Don’t Chase the Action

August 9, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Nevsun Resources (TSX:NSU)(NYSE:NSU) is trading above Lundin Mining Corp's (TSX:LUN) current all-cash offer. Are investors expecting a higher offer?

Dividend Stocks

This Explosive Growth Company Could Soar After Beating Estimates

August 8, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

goeasy Ltd (TSX:GSY) delivered solid second quarter earnings and increased three-year guidance across all company financial targets.

Dividend Stocks

Investors, Beware: The Trade War Has Dented This Sector Leader’s Earnings

August 8, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(TSX:MGA) missed analysts expectations and issued downward guidance.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Cameco Corp (TSX:CCO) Is Caught in Trump’s Cross-Hairs: What Should Investors Do?

August 7, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Looming tariffs on uranium could have a significant impact on Cameco Corp's (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) stock.

Investing

Expect a Wild Week for These 3 Companies

August 4, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Earnings season has led to significant stock volatility. It can be another wild week for stocks such as Magna International…

Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Aristocrats With Double-Digit Dividend Growth

August 4, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Dividend Aristocrats such as Onex Corporation (TSX:ONEX) have reliable and impressive double-digit dividend-growth rates.

Dividend Stocks

The 3 Worst Dividend Stocks of 2018 (So Far)

August 3, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Did you fall for a dividend trap? Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) is among the worst performing dividend stocks this year.

Dividend Stocks

Growth Stocks: Why the P/E Ratio Is Irrelevant

August 3, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The P/E ratio is one of the most misused valuation metrics. This is particularly true when valuing growth stocks such…

What’s Next for Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B)?

August 2, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc.'s (TSX:ATD.B) remains undervalued despite great fourth quarter earnings.

Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Aristocrats at Risk of Disappointing Investors

August 1, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Three companies, including Pizza Pizza Royalties Corp. (TSX:PZA), are at risk of losing their status as Canadian Dividend Aristocrats.

Energy Stocks

Which Company Has the Highest Expected Growth Rate on the TSX?

July 31, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Parex Resources Inc. (TSX:PXT) has an impressive growth profile and provides exceptional value at current prices.

Dividend Stocks

These 2 Stocks Can See Big Gains (or Losses) This Week

July 29, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two of the most anticipated quarterly results of the current earnings season.

Tech Stocks

Shopify Inc.’s (TSX:SHOP) Stock Continues to Defy Expectations

July 27, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Despite hitting new 52-week highs, Shopify Inc. (USA)(TSX:TSX) is still a good investment at today's prices. Look to next week's…

Investing

Be Warned: Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) Stock Is Still Facing Downward Pressure

July 26, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) is still facing many headwinds that can continue to put downward pressure on the stock.

Tech Stocks

3 Top Tech Stocks for Millennials

July 25, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Invest in what you know. Millennials know tech better than anyone, and companies like Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) make the perfect…

Dividend Stocks

Why AltaGas Ltd.’s (TSX:ALA) Stock Has Bounced 20% off its 52-Week Low

July 24, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Altagas Ltd.'s (TSX:ALA) stock has bounced 20% of its 52-week lows thanks in large part to closing its WGL acquisition.

Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Watch This Week

July 22, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Earnings season is in full swing. Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is one of three companies that can see its share…

Dividend Stocks

2 Blue Chips With Higher Than Average Growth Rates

July 21, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) have outperformed their peers and are expected to post higher than average…

Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Bank Stocks That Provide the Best Value

July 20, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are trading below historical averages.

This Tech Company Is a Rare Triple Threat

July 19, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) has reached 52-week highs. The company still remains a great investment for your RRSP and TFSA.

Dividend Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc.’s (TSX:SJR.B) Quest to Topple the Big 3 Is Hindered by Many Obstacles

July 18, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is facing many obstacles, as it ramps up its wireless business to take on the Big…

Investing

Warning! 2 Stocks With Bearish Investor Sentiment

July 16, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Bears are betting against Maxar Technologies Ltd. (TSX:MAXR)(NYSE:MAXR) and Brookfield Property Partners L.P. (TSX:BPY.UN)(NASDAQ:BPY).

Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Watch This Week

July 15, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Earnings season is ramping up, and companies such as Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) are poised to make a move…

Dividend Stocks

Oil at $150 Per Barrel: Conjecture or Reality?

July 13, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Analysts are calling for the price of oil to hit $150 per barrel. Expect Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) to outperform…

Dividend Stocks

Trade War Has These 2 Companies Trading at Big Discounts

July 12, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and Exco Technologies Ltd. (TSX:XTC) are trading at big discounts due to the uncertainty around duty-free…

Dividend Stocks

This Light-Oil Company Has 27% Upside!

July 11, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Torc Oil & Gas Ltd. (TSX:TOG) is a highly volatile light-oil company that has an impressive growth profile and can…

Top 3 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks With 5% Yields

July 10, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

These Canadian blue-chip companies, including BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), are all yielding above 5%, well above historical averages.

Dividend Stocks

Tim Hortons May Spur Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) to New Heights

July 9, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Tim Horton's has been a drag on Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) in the first half. Can Tim's lead the…

Dividend Stocks

Don’t Miss Out! Buy This Undervalued Dividend-Growth Company Today

July 8, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Goeasy Ltd.'s (TSX:GSY) share price is not keeping up with expected earnings growth. Don't miss out on getting this company…

Dividend Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU): Will the Shutdown Provide a Buying Opportunity?

July 6, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) was forced to shutdown 10% of its oilsands production in late June. The company is a…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Will This Precious Metals Stock Continue its Outperformance?

July 5, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSX:WPM)(NYSE:WPM) has outperformed the TSX thanks to its diversification into cobalt.

Dividend Stocks

Thanks to Old Man Winter, This Stock Is Now a Buy

July 4, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Severe winter conditions have negatively impacted Intact Financial Corp.'s (TSX:IFC) share price. Now is the time to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

A Cheap Stock to Buy Right Now: 36% Return!

July 3, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Russel Metals Inc.'s (TSX:RUS) stock has been unfairly punished thanks to the trade war. The company is cheap and offers…

Dividend Stocks

The Next Wave of Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

July 1, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

These eight companies, including Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), are poised to achieve Dividend Aristocrat status in 2019.

Investing

Pot Stocks: Uncertainty Is the Only Certainty

June 30, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp.(TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) posted disappointing earnings. Investors best be prepared as uncertainty is the only certainty the pot sector.

Investing

Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B): We Warned You

June 28, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

We warned investors that a dividend cut at Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) was coming. Is the 79% cut good news…

This Canadian Dividend Aristocrat Offers 42% Upside!

June 27, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (TSX:ITP) is trading near 52-week lows and is a good rebound candidate for the second half…

Investing

Aerospace Industry Braces for Trade War

June 26, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Magellan Aerospace Corp. (TSX:MAL) and Heroux Devtek Inc. (TSX:HRX) will be impacted in the event of a trade war.

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