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Is This Canada’s Top Bank Stock?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is poised to unlock further value for investors.

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Will New Mortgage Rules Deal Another Blow to Alternative Lenders?

Alternative lenders such as Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) and Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) may struggle to generate new business…

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Bank of Montreal: Buy the Post-Earnings Dip?

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) shares took a plunge following Q3 2017 results. Should investors buy the dip?

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Could Another Interest Rate Hike Come This Week?

After economic data showed the economy is faring better than expected, another interest rate hike is becoming more likely. Companies…

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Royal Bank of Canada: Do Earnings Tell the Whole Story?

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) stock spiked on earnings, and it is showing major promise in its digital transformations.

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Is Now the Time to Be Ramping Up Mortgage Growth? Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Thinks So

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) has seen robust growth in its residential mortgage book. Is this a good thing or…

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New Investors: Jump-Start Your Portfolio With These 3 Growing Dividend Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and these two other stocks would be great investments to start any portfolio.

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The Best Bank Stock to Own

Shareholders of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) will be the best rewarded over the long term.

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Is a Stock Worth its Price? Its P/E Ratio Will Help You Decide

Is a stock worth its price? Look at its P/E ratio to help you decide. Let's look at Enbridge Inc.…

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TFSA Income Investors: 2 High-Yield Stocks That Look Oversold

Here's why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) might be attractive right now.

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Toronto-Dominion Bank Is Simply the Best — Better Than All the Rest

The recent earnings beat by Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) highlights why TD remains the best pick in the Canadian financials space.

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2 of Canada’s 5 Largest Banks Just Raised Their Dividends

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) just raised their dividends by 2-5%. Should you…

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These 5 Financial Stocks Have Rising Dividend Payouts

These five financial stocks, including Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), have rising dividend payouts.

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Should You Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce After its Q3 Results?

Why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is a good investment, despite not having any revenue growth in its latest…

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Retire Early With These 2 Dividend-Growth Stocks

Find out how Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) can help you retire early.

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In the Wake of the Home Capital Group Inc. Crisis, Will Investors Give Goeasy Ltd. a Chance?

Can companies like Goeasy Ltd. (TSX:GSY) continue to benefit from increasing Canadian discretionary spending, or will the company be derailed by…

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Why Air Canada Could Be Warren Buffett’s Next Investment Target

Here's one company Warren Buffett may be considering right now: Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B).

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Toronto-Dominion Bank Posts a Strong Q3, but Future Quarters Might Suffer

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) benefited from fewer insurance claims this quarter. Here's why future quarters might see the opposite occur.

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These 3 Alternative Lenders Should Outperform the Canadian Banks Now That Rates Have Increased

The Bank of Canada is embarking on a path of higher rates. Find out why lenders such as Laurentian Bank…

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Why Canadian Western Bank Is up Over 1%

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is up over 1% following its Q3 earnings release and dividend increase. Should you be a…

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Why Toronto-Dominion Bank Is up Over 2%

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is up over 2% following its Q3 earnings release. Should you buy now? Let’s find out.

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What Is the Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Bank Stocks?

Big Canadian banks such as Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) should profit from…

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Is Home Capital Group Inc. an Attractive Investment?

Home Capital Group Inc.'s (TSX:HCG) near brush with failure has left it attractively valued as well as better positioned to…

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What Will Rising Interest Rates Mean for the S&P/TSX Composite Index?

A look at how interest rates affect individual companies such as Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), and the S&P/TSX Composite…

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TFSA Investors: 3 Growing and Diverse Dividend Stocks to Help You Earn Income

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and these two other stocks can provide TFSA investors with great dividends and diversification.

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Cryptocurrencies: A Fad or the Future?

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are investing in Blockchain technology as cryptocurrencies continue to rise in…

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Dividend Income: 2 Reasons to Buy and Hold Bank of Nova Scotia

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) offers both safety and growth. Here are the two top reasons to buy this stock.

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National Bank of Canada Posts a Strong Q3: Why it Might Be the Best Bank Stock

Why National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) might have more upside than the other big banks.

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Why National Bank of Canada Is up Over 1%

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) is up over 1% following its Q3 earnings release. Should you buy now? Let’s find…

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How Should Home Capital Group Inc. Proceed With its Upcoming Vote?

Will Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) shareholders vote in favour of giving Mr. Buffett another 20% of the company? Or will…

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Become a TFSA Millionaire by Investing in Dividend-Growth Stocks

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and BCE Inc (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are among the dividend-growth stocks that you need to build your million-dollar TFSA…

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Was Warren Buffett’s Bet Against Canadian Housing Market Crash Right?

Was Warren Buffett's bet against Canadian housing market crash right? The nation's largest lenders, such as Canadian Imperial Bank of…

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Investors: Beware of Stocks That Hold Too Much Debt

Investors: beware of stocks that hold too much debt. Let's look at debt-to-net-equity ratios for Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR), Aurora…

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2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for New TFSA Investors

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two of Canada's top companies. Here's why they might be good additions…

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Bank of Montreal’s Earnings Beat Highlights Importance of Dividend Increases

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) beat analyst expectations, reporting solid earnings, but it dropped more than 2% Tuesday after failing to report…

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5 Reasons Bank of Nova Scotia Is a Buy After Q3 Earnings

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is a good stock for investors looking for a lot of growth and diversification outside Canada.

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Bank of Montreal Is a Buy After a Strong Q3

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) had a strong Q3, and with the stock down, it presents an excellent opportunity to buy.

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Why Is Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Still So Cheap?

Here's why investors should seriously think about buying Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) before it becomes a stronger bank…

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Why Laurentian Bank of Canada Is up Over 1%

Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) is up over 1% following its Q3 earnings release. Can the rally continue? Let’s find…

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Why Bank of Montreal Is Down Over 2%

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is down over 2% following its Q3 earnings release. Should you buy on the dip? Let’s…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why invest in bank stocks?

Quality bank stocks have a strong history of generating profits and managing crises, making them a great investment.

In addition to their strong performance, many of Canada’s top banks pay dividends, with payouts that increase over time. For Canadian investors looking to pocket a little extra from their stocks, dividends can help you buy more shares or more cash.

Finally, bank stocks can help diversify your investing portfolio. If you already have stocks in other sectors (mining, technology, energy), bank stocks could add much needed stability, as well as expose you to the gains in another sector.