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Dividend Stocks

Why I Remain Bearish on BCE Inc.

| Joey Frenette

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) reported decent wireless growth, but here's why I'm bearish on the company over the long term.

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Investing

Shopify Inc. and Air Canada Post Strong Results: Should You Buy?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Air Canada (TSX:AC) are surging after posting impressive second quarter results.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Technology Stocks to Add Growth in Your Portfolio

| Haris Anwar

Here is why you should consider adding Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU) to your portfolio.

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Investing

Are Energy Equities A Good Bet In Midst Of A Comeback For Oil?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and others have experienced solid gains after a rally in oil prices.

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Energy Stocks

Contrarian Investors: Should You Buy TransAlta Corporation or Baytex Energy Corp.?

| Andrew Walker

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA) (NYSE:TAC) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) have really taken a beating in recent years. Is one…

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Investing

Marc Cohodes Doesn’t Appear to Be a Warren Buffett Fan

| Joey Frenette

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) surged following the Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.A)(NYSE:BRK.B) deal. Marc Cohodes clearly isn't happy with the…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Continues to Innovate After Handsets

| Demetris Afxentiou

Despite losing government exclusivity for its devices, BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) continues to innovate and pose an opportunity to investors.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Case for Investing in Gold

| Matt Smith

Cash in on the positive outlook for gold by investing in Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:KL).

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Investing

Consumer Trends For Young Media Consumers Should Make These Companies Take Notice

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Consumer demographic trends should make Thomson Reuters Corp (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) and Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) consider the future of media.

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Dividend Stocks

Housing Bubble: Should Investors Be Worried About Canadian Banks?

| Haris Anwar

Here is why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is more exposed to Canadian housing bubble.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks on Sale

| Jason Phillips

These three stocks, including Home Capital Group (TSX:HCG) offer an attractive mix of dividend income with the potential for sizeable…

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 Stocks Have Seen Profits Double in Just 3 Years

| David Jagielski

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and these two other stocks provide strong growth and profitability and would be great…

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Tech Stocks

A Troubling Trend for Shopify Inc and Why You Should Avoid the Stock

| David Jagielski

Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has seen tremendous sales growth, but why hasn't the company managed to turn a profit?

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: Are These 2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks On Sale?

| Andrew Walker

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) (NYSE:BCE) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR) (NYSE:CNI) have pulled back from recent highs. Is one a…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 High-Yield Canadian Stocks for a TFSA Income Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) might be worth a look right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Cameco Corporation Finally Moving Towards a Recovery?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) last month announced a settlement with the U.S. over a long-standing tax bill that could have a…

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Investing

Could The Provinces Derail 2018 Marijuana?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Canadian provinces say they are short on time as Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) and Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) see solid gains.

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Energy Stocks

Is This the Beginning of the End for the Oil Industry?

| Matt Smith

The secular trend to clean energy is threatening the long-term viability of the oil industry and energy companies such as…

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Investing

Obtaining A Double-Digit Return Each Year Is Easier Than You Think

| Peter Stephens

Aiming for a 10%+ return each year could be a worthwhile endeavour for Foolish investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Anticipating Higher Oil Prices? Here’s a Breakdown of Canada’s Major Players

| Jason Phillips

A company like Baytex Energy Corp (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) stands to benefit most from a surge in oil prices. Here’s a breakdown…

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Investing

Should You Give Up On Shares And Just Buy Funds?

| Peter Stephens

Do funds offer superior risk/reward ratios compared to shares?

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Is Living Off Shares A Realistic Retirement Strategy?

| Peter Stephens

Do shares offer all an investor needs in retirement?

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Tech Stocks

Why Open Text Corp. Is up Over 3%

| Joseph Solitro

Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) is up over 3% on the heels of its Q4 earnings release. Can the rally continue?…

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Investing

Ignore the Headlines: Genworth MI Canada Inc. Is Doing Just Fine

| Will Ashworth

The news that mortgage insurance demand is sinking put Genworth MI Canada Inc. (TSX:MIC) in a bad light. Ignore.

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Investing

Be Cautious With CGI Group Inc.

| Joey Frenette

CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) had a tough quarter. Here's why I'm not a fan of the company.

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Dividend Stocks

Retired? 3 Stocks You Might Want to Buy

| Jason Phillips

These three stocks, including Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), pay reasonable dividend yields and operate in stable industries, meaning the risk of…

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Investing

What Does a ULCC Delay Mean for WestJet Airlines Ltd.?

| Demetris Afxentiou

WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) announced that the launch of an ultra-low-cost carrier will be delayed until sometime next summer. Here’s…

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Investing

Aritzia Inc.: Next Stop $10?

| Will Ashworth

Amid good earnings and expansion, Aritzia Inc.’s (TSX:ATZ) share price struggles to stay in double digits.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Have You Considered Klondex Mines Ltd.?

| Demetris Afxentiou

As gold prices are set to increase over the course of the year, an opportunity is unfolding to invest in…

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Investing

Softwood Lumber Dispute and Wildfires: Should You Buy This Timber Stock?

| Susan Portelance

Should you buy timber stocks or stay away? Let's look at West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT) to see if…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Oil Entering a New Bull Market?

| Ryan Goldsman

With oil potentially entering a bull market, investors may be able to win big with shares of Crescent Point Energy…

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Investing

Here’s Why Canadian Tire Corporation Limited Is a Strong Buy on the Dip

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is a solid Canadian retailer that has been oversold. Here's why it's time to load…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: Have You Missed the Flight?

| Haris Anwar

Here is why the rally in Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) shares hasn’t run out of steam.

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Bank Stocks

This Big 5 Bank Has a History of Value and Dividend Increases

| Brad Macintosh

When you look at its dividend rate (4.75%), dividend history (>20 years), and dividend-payout ratio (

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Investing

Ontario May Have Struck a Blow to Canadian Grocers With its New Policy

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) has issued a warning ahead of Ontario’s minimum wage hike in 2018 and 2019.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Teck Resources Ltd. Experience Another Epic Rally?

| Matt Smith

Is it time to buy Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK)?

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Investing

Metro, Inc. Combats the Rise of Meal-Kit Delivery With MissFresh Deal

| Joey Frenette

Here's why Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) is well positioned to adapt to a changing grocery environment.

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Investing

All Aboard! Canadian National Railway Company Is a Great Buy on Weakness

| Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) delivered an outstanding quarter, but shares still took a tumble. Here's why you should buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc. Posts a Profit in Q2: Is it Time to Buy This Energy Giant?

| Stephanie Bedard-Chateauneuf, MBA

The share price of Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is on the rise since it released its Q2 2017 results.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Dividend Stocks to Own for a Decade

| Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are two of Canada's top dividend stocks. Is one a better bet today?

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