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No Need to Fear Rising Interest Rates With These 2 Dividend-Growth Stars

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and another stock will fare well against rising interest rates. Here's why.

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Bank Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada Delivers Royal Surprise: Time to Buy?

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) reported its Q3 2017 results, which were boosted by a strong wealth management division. Here's…

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Why it’s Important to Understand What Adjusted Earnings Really Mean

Here's why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) actually bombed its earnings report for Q3 2017.

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Bank Stocks

Increasing Interest Rates Make Toronto-Dominion Bank Even More Appealing

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) will see its margins improve as interest rates increase, allowing it to earn more in profit and…

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Royal Bank of Canada Posts Another Great Quarter

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) announced earnings for the third fiscal quarter this week, closing off impressive quarter with another…

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Young TFSA Investors: Prepare Your Retirement Portfolio for Higher Interest Rates With This Canadian Stock

Here's how young investors can use stocks such as Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) to build a solid retirement portfolio…

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Comparing 2 of Canada’s Biggest Alternative Lenders

After Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) reported a pending settlement regarding a major class-action lawsuit, investors can look beyond it…

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RRSP Investors: 2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy as Interest Rates Rise

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) should be on your RRSP radar today.

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Tech Stocks

Why This IoT Pure Play Is Set to Take Off Further

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) remains a solid growth opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on IoT and connected auto opportunities.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Have You Considered Barrick Gold Corp. Lately?

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) continues to lead the precious metals sector by example with a strong emphasis on debt reduction…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Is Down About 1%

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is down about 1% following its Q3 earnings release and dividend increase. Should you…

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Dividend Stocks

Which Is the Better Buy: Cara Operations Ltd. or Restaurant Brands International Inc.?

Does Cara Operations Ltd. (TSX:CARA) offer better growth opportunities than Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR)?

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BlackBerry Ltd.: Stay the Course

Despite investor confidence in BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) waning, the company’s long-term prospects have never been brighter.

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The U.S. Broaches Chapter 19 at NAFTA Negotiations: Should You Sell Lumber Stocks?

In spite of positive earnings from Canadian softwood lumber stocks such as West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT), a strong…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Is Surging: Should You Buy Yamana Gold Inc.?

Gold is once again threatening the $1,300 mark, and Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) stock is increasing in favourable conditions.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Market Darlings to Break Up With as Interest Rates Climb

These past performers were huge winners while interest rates were low, but here's why it may be time to sell…

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Could Higher Interest Rates Spoil Hydro One Ltd.’s Future Dividend-Growth Prospects?

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) has a top-notch dividend that's as stable as they come, but will higher interest rates hurt…

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Higher Interest Rates Make Marijuana Stocks a Riskier Investment

The latest modest rate hike has ratcheted up the level of risk for speculative marijuana stocks, such as Canopy Growth…

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Why Air Canada Could Double From Current Levels

There are many catalysts ready to take Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) into the stratosphere. Here are just a few.

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These 2 Companies Are the Only Marijuana Companies Investors Should Consider

Some may win, and some may lose, but the two cannabis companies I believe will outperform in the long run…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Callidus Capital Corp. Out of the Woods Yet?

Are shares of Callidus Capital Corp. (TSX:CBL) on the rebound, or should investors simply stay away?

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Which Stocks Should You Avoid in a Rising Interest Rate Environment?

During a period of rising interest rates, you should underweight stocks such as Cominar REIT (TSX:CUF.UN) that are going to…

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Tech Stocks

Interested in Tech Stocks? Here’s 1 With a Profit Margin Over 40%

Interested in tech stocks? Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) has an industry-leading profit margin over 40%.

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Tech Stocks

Have You Considered The Stars Group Inc.?

The Stars Group Inc. (TSX:TSGI)(NASDAQ:TSG) smashed expectations in the most recent quarter and still has a huge amount of untapped…

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2 Already Great Stocks Are Having a Hot August: Is it Time to Buy?

Is it time to buy New Flyer Industries Inc. (TSX:NFI) and Ag Growth International Inc. (TSX:AFN)?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Unloved Dividend-Growth Stocks Yielding 7% Today

Here's why Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) might be worth a shot right now.

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3 Reasons Wireless Demand Can Carry Telus Corporation to New Heights

After impressive subscriber growth in a second-quarter earnings report, Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) has dipped into negative territory for August.

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Bombardier, Inc.: The Easy Money Has Already Been Made

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) stock continues to climb -- up 23% year to date. If you’re thinking of buying its stock,…

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Energy Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. vs. Suncor Energy Inc.: Which Stock Is More Attractive Today?

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are popular names in the energy sector. Is one a…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Low-Risk Utility Stocks With Great Dividends

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and this other stock can provide your portfolio with a lot of stability and dividends.

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Are Bank Stocks Safe Bets to Outperform the TSX?

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) has seen its stock price climb 87% in the past 10 years, but is there a better…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for a Way to Combat Rising Rates? Consider This Company

Why interest rates matter for Canadian financial institutions such as Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

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2 High-Yield Stocks With Strong Dividend Growth

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) might be worth a closer look today.

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If NAFTA Is Terminated, Be Wary of These 3 Companies

How a NAFTA cancellation could affect Canadian companies such as Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP).

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Dividend Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada Posts a Strong Q3 and Increases its Dividend by 5%

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) hiked its dividend again this year and has proven why it is a solid investment for…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Back-to-School Stocks to Buy

With the back-to-school season upon us once again, parents will be spending a lot of money at places like Canadian…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Stock: Does This 30% Plunge Make it a Buy?

Is 30% plunge in BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) stock a buying opportunity?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy Right Now

Looking for a dividend stock? If so, Pattern Energy Group Inc. (TSX:PEG)(NASDAQ:PEGI), CI Financial Corp. (TSX:CIX), and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners…

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Can Shaw Communications Inc. Win its War?

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) has the strength to try to beat the Big Three, but it'll take a lot of…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: Will Rising Interest Rates Kill Your Dividend Portfolio?

Investors are wondering if top dividend stocks, such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), are at risk.

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