Will Ashworth, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

3 Reasons This Industrial Stock’s Not Ready for the Scrap Heap

December 3, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Auto parts manufacturer Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) can’t seem to catch a break but that doesn’t mean you should give up…

Is Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Ready to Double in 2019?

December 2, 2018 | Will Ashworth

With a month left in 2018, Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) is up 110%, delivering a double for shareholders. Can…

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Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) Gets a Failing Grade

December 2, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Three of Canada’s biggest cannabis companies including Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH)(NYSE:APHA) are failing when it comes to corporate governance. Should investors…

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3 Reasons You Ought to Own This Stock on the Move

December 1, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Some investors think it’s a value play. Others see TFII International Inc. (TSX:TFII) as a growth play. Here are three…

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1 Thing Can Help This Real Estate Stock’s Share Price

December 1, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Toronto-based First Capital Realty Inc. (TSX:FCR) is well down from its 2016 highs. Here’s why that’s about to change.

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Why This Financial Services Stock Is a Steal at $50

November 25, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Cymbria Corporation (TSX:CYB) finished the month of October slightly above $55. If it drops down to $50, you should buy…

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Do Low Gas Prices Pose Trouble for Canada’s Best Growth Stock?

November 24, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Parkland Fuel Corp. (TSX:PKI) continues to deliver for shareholders. Will falling gas prices stall its growth?

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Investing

Rating the Big 3 Grocery Stocks

November 23, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) continues to execute Project Sunrise. Is it enough to keep up with its bigger peers?

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Can Burger King Save Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR) Stock?

November 22, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is undergoing a revamp of its biggest chain. Is that enough to save Restaurant Brands…

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3 Reasons This HR Stock Is TFSA Worthy

November 20, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Coming off strong Q3 2018 results, Morneau Shepell Inc. (TSX:MSI) stock will continue higher in 2018.

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The Best Way to Play Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) Stock

November 18, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) announced Q2 2019 results November 14. They weren’t very good.

Tech Stocks

3 Reasons to Own Quebec’s Finest Tech Company

November 17, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Quebec’s got a lot of great companies. However, when it comes to tech, CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) is the way…

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The 1 Dividend Stock Income Investors Shouldn’t Ignore

November 16, 2018 | Will Ashworth

It might not be very popular with the cannabis crowd, but Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) will keep the income…

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The 1 Reason to Own Telus Corporation (TSX:T) Stock

November 14, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Most of the big telecom companies in North America own media assets. Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) doesn’t. That’s a good thing.

Investing

Don’t Look Now But Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) Is Back

November 13, 2018 | Will Ashworth

The past three months have seen Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) stock deliver almost 10% returns. It’s only the beginning. Here’s…

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CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE) Follows the Rule of 72

November 12, 2018 | Will Ashworth

CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) stock has doubled in price over the past five years. Here’s why it will do it over…

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Brookfield Buys Low, Sells Higher

November 11, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) continues to cycle out of expensive assets and into cheap ones. That’s a good thing.

Bank Stocks

It’s Time to Ride Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) Stock to $125 or Higher

November 10, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is going on a business offensive that will send it higher in 2019.

3 Reasons I Like Inter Pipeline Ltd.’s (TSX:IPL) 7.5% Yield

November 9, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) reported its third-quarter results November 8 and although they weren’t perfect, I still really like its…

Down 28% YTD: Should Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) Keep Buying its Stock?

November 9, 2018 | Will Ashworth

After years of gains, Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) stock has suddenly lost its appeal with investors. Does that mean it’s time…

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Is Corus Entertainment (TSX:CJR.B) Stock Making a Comeback?

October 28, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) has lost more than 50% of its value in 2018. Yet it’s gained 22% in the…

Is Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR) Canada’s Best Restaurant Buy?

October 27, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) delivered solid Q3 earnings October 24. Is it the best restaurant stock to buy?

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3 Reasons Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) Ought to Find a Partner

October 26, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Debt-rating agency DBRS Ltd. believes many of the cannabis producers will fail. It’s one of three reasons Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH)…

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Is Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Headed to $2?

October 25, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Two years ago, if the same sort of correction hit Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) stock, I would have said absolutely. Now,…

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Transcontinental Inc. (TSX:TCL.A) Is Down but Not Out

October 22, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Transcontinental Inc. (TSX:TCL.A) currently trades within pennies of its 52-week low making it irresistible for income investors.

Investing

The 1 Emerging Markets Idea That Will Make You Money

October 20, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) CEO Prem Watsa is a fantastic investor. So, why is one of his emerging markets’…

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Now’s the Time to Ride This Financial Services Outlier

October 18, 2018 | Will Ashworth

AGF Management Ltd. (TSX:AGF) is down 27% over the past year, significantly worse than its asset management peers. Here’s why…

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Bank Stocks

Now Is the Time for Income Investors to Buy This Value Bank Stock

October 17, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) has lost 24% year to date. Here’s why now is great time to buy this…

Here’s Why Toronto-Dominion Bank’s (TSX:TD) Latest Sales Push Will Benefit TD Stock

October 16, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is moving further into the digital realm. It’s going to very good for the top- and bottom-line.

Energy Stocks

Parkland Fuel Corp. (TSX:PKI) Caribbean Adventure Should Pay Dividends

October 14, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Parkland Fuel Corp. (TSX:PKI) just announced a $1.6 billion Caribbean investment. Here’s why the move makes sense.

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Is Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) Canada’s Best Retail Stock?

October 13, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) has gotten into a groove in the second half of 2018, and that has it vying for…

Investing

Make and Save Money With This Small-Cap Stock

October 12, 2018 | Will Ashworth

It’s not very well known, but Toronto-based Cymbria Corporation (TSX:CYB) can make and save you money.

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Has Alaris Royalty Corp. (TSX:AD) Finally Turned the Corner?

October 11, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Alaris Royalty Corp. (TSX:AD) is up almost 25% in the past 90 days, suggesting the alternative lender’s worst days are…

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It’s Time to Sell These 3 Dividend Aristocrats

October 11, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Rising interest rates suggest it’s time to sell Dividend Aristocrats like Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU).

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The 5 Best TSX Stocks to Own Heading Into 2019

October 7, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) and four others are the best TSX stocks to own heading into 2019. Here’s why.

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Buy This Tasty Stock for Thanksgiving

October 6, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Premium Brands Holdings Corp. (TSX:PBH) has lost 17% of its value over the past three months, threatening to fall below…

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Is Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP) the Best +$100 Stock on the TSX?

October 5, 2018 | Will Ashworth

There are 14 stocks on the TSX trading above $100. Is Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) the best of the bunch?

Bank Stocks

Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Canada’s Best Bank Stock?

October 3, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is arguably Canada’s most international bank. But is it Canada’s best bank stock?

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Is IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) Ready to Take Back Market Share?

October 2, 2018 | Will Ashworth

IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) isn't a having a great year on the TSX. However, if you look closer, you'll see…

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Is Parkland Fuel Corp. (TSX:PKI) the Next Great Consolidator?

October 1, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Now that Parkland Fuel Corp. (TSX:PKI) has bulked up in Canada, U.S. expansion is next on the agenda. Will it…

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