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Is Home Capital Group Inc. a Deep-Value Investment Opportunity?

March 6, 2018 | Matt Smith

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) appears attractively valued.

Dividend Stocks

10 S&P/TSX 60 Constituents That Raised Their Dividends in February

March 6, 2018 | Joseph Solitro

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), and eight other stocks raised their dividends in February. Which should you…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Geopolitical Fears Fail to Spur Precious Metals: Should You Look Elsewhere in 2018?

March 6, 2018 | Ambrose O'Callaghan

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is up in 2018, but the year has been difficult for precious metals thus far.

Dividend Stocks

Here Is a Chance to Buy This 7.5% Yielder

March 6, 2018 | Kay Ng

Your ticket to income and stability is at NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN).

Energy Stocks

As Oil and Gas Prices Rally Again, Energy Stocks Soar

March 6, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) rose 10% yesterday, as investors see an improving balance sheet and operational performance.

Investing

Should Investors Worry About a Potential Trade War With the U.S.?

March 6, 2018 | Joey Frenette

Is President Trump sparking a global trade war that could lead to a recession? Here's why investors should buy defensive…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Time to Add This Dividend Gem to Your Piggy Bank?

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) continues to have the best yield and present the best value when compared to its…

These 2 Industry Giants Just Hiked Their Dividends by 11-22%

March 5, 2018 | Joseph Solitro

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) raised their dividends by over 11% last week. Which should you…

Energy Stocks

What Will Help the Oil and Gas Industry Finally Get Going?

March 5, 2018 | David Jagielski

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) achieved good growth in its most recent quarter, but that hasn't been enough to convince investors it is…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Trump’s Steel Tariffs to Impact Stelco Holdings Inc.

March 5, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Stelco Holdings Inc. (TSX:STLC) can be significantly impacted by the proposed 25% tariff on steel entering the U.S.

Dividend Stocks

Need Retirement Income as Rates Rise? 3 Beaten-Up “Safe” Stocks to Scoop Up Today

March 5, 2018 | Joey Frenette

You may wish to consider buying Canadian Utilities Ltd. (TSX:CU) and two other stocks for retirement income in a harsh…

Investing

Traders: Here’s a Long-Short Strategy for Canada’s Telecommunications Sector

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) could make an excellent long-short play for investors looking to pick winners and…

Investing

The Cyclical Upswing Isn’t Over Yet! Buy an Airline Today

March 5, 2018 | Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) will fly high again. Here's why investors should treat the turbulent times…

Dividend Stocks

These 4 Banks Raised Their Dividends in February

March 5, 2018 | Joseph Solitro

Four banks, including Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB), raised their dividends in February. Which should…

Investing

These 3 Stocks Can’t Be Blamed for the TSX’s Underperformance

March 5, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Not all Canadian stocks are limping behind U.S. equities. Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) is one top TSX achiever.

Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: These 2 Stocks Are Poised to Take Off in 2018

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Canadian Pacific Railway (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) and Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) continue to be great long-term plays. Here's why.

Forget Gold: Focus on Copper and Zinc With These 2 Companies

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Hudbay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM)(NYSE:HBM) and Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) are two excellent Canadian base metals producers every investor should consider.

Investing

Betting on a Resurgence in March? Add These 4 Stocks to Your TFSA

March 5, 2018 | Ambrose O'Callaghan

A stock market resurgence in the spring could spark a run for stocks such as Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) and others.

Investing

Marijuana Stocks: What Could Push Canopy Growth Corp. Stock to $40?

March 5, 2018 | Haris Anwar

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) stock has lost its momentum this year after producing triple-digit gains in 2017. Find out what's…

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Diversify With These 3 High-Yielding Dividend Stocks

March 5, 2018 | David Jagielski

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is one of three great pillars you can add to your portfolio that will provide you with solid…

Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. Rockets ~15.5% Higher: Time to Buy?

March 5, 2018 | Joey Frenette

Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) delivered a fantastic quarter, sending shares much higher. Should investors be buyers today?

Investing

Cineplex Inc.: Why the Box Office Pains Are Just the Beginning

March 5, 2018 | Joey Frenette

Why a bottom may not be in for Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) yet.

Investing

Better Turnaround Stock: Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. vs. Home Capital Group Inc.

March 5, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has big company-specific risk due to its highly levered balance sheet, but it's attempting to…

Energy Stocks

Why Altagas Ltd. Is a Great Buy Despite its Q4 Results

March 5, 2018 | David Jagielski

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) is trading at a big discount, and it could be a great time to buy the stock.

Has the Dividend Strategy Lost its Luster?

March 5, 2018 | Kay Ng

Will you invest in Keyera Corp. (TSX:KEY) for a +5% dividend yield today?

Metals and Mining Stocks

Contrarian Investors: Should Gold Stocks Be on Your Buy List?

March 5, 2018 | Andrew Walker

If you are a gold bull, Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) might be a name to consider right now.

A $1-Million TFSA Is Inevitable for Many Young Investors

March 5, 2018 | Joey Frenette

Keep adding dividend-growth stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) to your TFSA and a $1 million TFSA is likely for many…

Investing

How High Can Indigo Books & Music Inc. Fly?

March 5, 2018 | Will Ashworth

Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX:IDG) has recovered nicely from its five-year low of $7.39. The question is, how much…

Dividend Stocks

8 Mid-Caps That Raised Their Dividends in February

March 5, 2018 | Joseph Solitro

FirstService Corp. (TSX:FSV)(NASDAQ:FSV), Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP), and six other stocks hiked their dividends last month. Which should you…

Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Is Now the Time to Consider Cenovus Energy Inc.?

March 5, 2018 | Chris MacDonald

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) has been hit hard in recent years, presenting investors with a compelling value play opportunity. Here's why…

Dividend Stocks

Which of the Big 5 Banks Performed Best in Q1?

March 5, 2018 | Stephanie Bedard-Chateauneuf, MBA

Each of the Big Five banks beat estimates in the first quarter, but Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) had the weakest…

3 Stocks That Have Outperformed the TSX in 2018

March 5, 2018 | David Jagielski

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) faced some challenges late last year, but the stock is back on track with a strong start to…

Investing

2 Industry Titans Your Portfolio Needs

March 5, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Industry- and manufacturing-focused stocks such as Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) could provide the necessary diversification and boost your portfolio needs.

Dividend Stocks

2 Big 5 Banks Receive Upgrades

March 5, 2018 | Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) were upgraded after beating earnings estimates.

Dividend Stocks

Better Dividend Stock: Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. vs. Altagas Ltd.

March 5, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Does Altagas Ltd.'s (TSX:ALA) 9% dividend yield make it the better dividend stock?

Kinaxis Inc. Is the Better Growth Stock

March 5, 2018 | Will Ashworth

In a comparison between Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) and Jamieson Wellness Inc. (TSX:JWEL), I’ll take the former every day of the…

Dividend Stocks

3 Tips to Protect Your Portfolio From Market Crashes

March 5, 2018 | Kay Ng

How can a stock like CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) help protect your stock portfolio?

Stocks for Beginners

Beginners: Canadian Do-it-Yourself Index Investors May Not Be Properly Diversified

March 5, 2018 | Joey Frenette

Here's why the S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX:^GSPTSE) is not a suitable one-stop-shop index for passive investors.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Canada Is Making a Last-Ditch Effort for an Exemption on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs: 3 Stocks to Watch

March 5, 2018 | Ambrose O'Callaghan

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) and other stocks could be punished, as the U.S. appears poised to slap tariffs on steel…

Dividend Stocks

Have You Purchased Bank of Nova Scotia Yet?

March 4, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) released strong quarterly results that continue to showcase the strength and potential of the bank…

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