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Lower Future Returns From Balanced Portfolios Means a Bull Market in Advice

If your financial advisor starts to warn you about lower returns from financial markets going forward, don’t be surprised.

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Will This Acquisition Change the Game for Hydro One Ltd.?

The acquisition of U.S.-based Avista Corp. by Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) may have been a necessary one from a strategic…

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What’s the Trade-Off of Investing in a Quality Dividend Stock?

What is the trade-off when you invest in a quality dividend stock such as Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP)?

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These 2 Marijuana Stocks Can Spark Your Portfolio

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) and another company duke it out while investors sweat progress on legislation.

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How to Start Investing Inside Your TFSA

Great-West Lifeco Inc (TSX:GWO) is a defensive company with a long-term business plan. New investors may be best served starting…

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Energy Stocks

Oil Hits 6-Week High: Time to Buy Baytex Energy Corp.?

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) looks attractive if oil has finally bottomed out.

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1 Junior Gold Miner for Under $5 That Is Set to Soar

Declining risk and higher gold prices make Continental Gold Inc. (TSX:CNL) an attractive investment.

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Make Money Investing Canada’s Most Trusted Brands

The third-annual Gustavson Brand Trust Index results were announced recently, and Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX:IDG) was one of…

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Is There More Juice Left to Be Squeezed From This Top Dividend Stock?

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) stock has massively outperformed the benchmark index this year. Is there more upside left in this…

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Should Investors Buy Ballard Power Systems Inc. Before its 2nd-Quarter Earnings Report?

Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) upcoming results should continue to show progress.

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2 Top Dividend Stocks on Sale

IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) and Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) are undervalued and have great dividends. Which should you buy? Let’s…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Canadian Natural Resources Limited or Suncor Energy Inc. Today?

The oil sands probably strike fear into investors, but here's why Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Suncor Energy Inc.…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Investors: Now Is the Time to Add Goldcorp Inc. to Your Portfolio

Gold mining heavyweight Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is positioned to unlock value for investors as gold rallies.

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Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. Knocks 1 Out of the Ballpark: Time to Buy?

Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) delivered a stronger quarter than recent stock price movements would suggest. Here's why it may…

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Should You Buy RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust for Monthly Income?

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) offers value and a ~5.8% yield for conservative investors. Here’s why.

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Why Magna International Inc. Is Still a High-Risk Play

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) may see some positive medium-term developments, but here's why you should avoid shares anyway.

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RRSP Investors: 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two of Canada's top companies. Is one a better RRSP…

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What Do Speculative Investments Look Like?

Speculative investments such as Tahoe Resources Inc. (TSX:THO)(NYSE:TAHO) have increased uncertainty surrounding them. Should you invest?

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Element Fleet Management Corp. Is Steered in the Right Direction: Time to Buy?

Many analysts are extremely bullish on Element Fleet Management Corp. (TSX:EFN). Here's why you should be, too.

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Income Investors: Should You Be Worried About Canada’s Housing Bubble?

Here are some strategies with stocks such as Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) for income investors to play safe if the…

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Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Is it Comeback Time?

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) continues to make deals and pay down debt. Is it time to reconsider investing?

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Why You Shouldn’t Expect Oil Prices to Increase

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) has recovered from all-time lows in its share price, but is the worst really over?

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Canopy Growth Corp.: Is This Stock Attractive at $8 Per Share

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) is moving higher after a four-month slide. Is this the right time to buy the stock?

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Home Capital Group Inc.: Is Rally Driven by Warren Buffett Over?

Has the time arrived to include Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) in your long-term portfolio?

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TFSA Investors: 2 Canadian Dividend-Growth Stocks for Your Retirement Fund

Here's why TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) might be interesting picks.

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Are Better Days Ahead for Canada’s Mutual Fund Industry?

With declining revenues, shares of AGF Management Limited (TSX:AGF.B) may be telling of just how challenging the mutual fund industry…

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Hydro One Ltd. Acquires Avista Corp. for $6.7 Billion: Time to Buy?

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) acquires Avista Corp. for $6.7 billion. Here's what investors need to know.

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Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Beats Q2 Expectations: Buy Now?

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) just beat second-quarter earnings expectations. Should you buy now? Let’s find out.

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Can Rogers Communications Inc.’s Impressive Streak Continue?

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is riding major positive subscriber-growth momentum. Here's what to do before the company reports earnings.

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2 Stocks Reporting Industry-High Profits

Looking for stocks that know how to turn investment into profit? Consider Winpak Ltd. (TSX:WPK) and another company.

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Buy and Forget BCE Inc.

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) has plenty of qualities beyond a great dividend that make it a great buy-and-forget stock for nearly…

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WSP Global Inc.’s Southern Expansion a Winner

Montreal-based professional services firm WSP Global Inc. (TSX:WSP) announced July 18 that it’s acquiring a South American business. This is…

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2 Great Stocks to Buy for Dividend Growth

Want to build wealth over the long term? If so, consider owning dividend-growth stocks such as Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and…

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Brookfield Renewable Partners LP Has a Bright Future

Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) is a great buy for long-term dividend growth in the energy space.

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Tech Stocks

These 3 Stocks Have Seen Increases of Over 50% This Year

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has seen tremendous increases in its share price already. Does it have the opportunity to grow even…

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Home Capital Group Inc.: Is This New Direction for Real?

After hiring a new CEO, shares of Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) may be heading in a new direction.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Allied Properties Real Estate Investment Worth the Premium?

Allied Properties Real Estate Investment (TSX:AP.UN) is expensive, but it provides stable earnings, which other REITs simply can't provide.

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Why Buy Options When Stocks Are Available?

Although options may offer higher returns in some circumstances, investors need not look at further than the shares of Royal…

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Rising Commodity Prices Make Teck Resources Ltd. a Good Buy

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) is down year to date, but there are a few reasons why that could soon change.

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Dividend Stocks

IGM Financial Inc.: The Value Trap Continues

Although shares of IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) look cheap, investors need to remain diligent.

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