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What We Can Learn From Bill Ackman Walking Away From Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.

March 21, 2017 | Ryan Goldsman

Investors can learn a lot from Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX).

Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc.’s CraveTV Will Lose to Netflix, Inc. Unless it Does These 3 Things

March 21, 2017 | Nelson Smith

If BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) doesn't start making some changes to CraveTV, it runs the risk of falling even further behind…

Bank Stocks

Shorting Canada’s Banks: A Widow-Maker Trade Almost Guaranteed to Lose

March 21, 2017 | Matt Smith

Why shorting Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is a losing proposition.

Investing

Canopy Growth Corp.: Is the Pullback a Signal to Buy?

March 21, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) is down about 15% in the past month. Is the sell-off overdone?

Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold’s Recent Rally: A Puzzling Phenomenon

March 21, 2017 | Matt Smith

Hedge against growing economic and geopolitical risk by investing in Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW).

Investing

Is 4% the Minimum Yield Income Investors Should Aim for?

March 21, 2017 | Peter Stephens

Should you only invest in shares yielding 4% or more?

Investing

Dividend Investing vs. Growth Investing

March 20, 2017 | Peter Stephens

Should you focus on dividend investing or search for capital growth?

Like Big Yield? Then You’ll Love These +6% Dividends

March 20, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Some of the best dividends around come from stocks such as Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN), Just Energy Group…

Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Telus Corporation or Shaw Communications Inc.?

March 20, 2017 | Nelson Smith

It's a telecom showdown! Which of Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) or Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) should you buy today?

Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yielding Dividend Stocks I’d Buy Right Now

March 20, 2017 | Joseph Solitro

Are you looking to buy a dividend stock? If so, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and TransAlta Renewables Inc.…

Investing

Is Restaurant Brands International Inc. Done Buying Competitors?

March 20, 2017 | Jacob Donnelly

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) could acquire more brands thanks to its MFJV model and its sky-high stock price.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

March 20, 2017 | Jacob Donnelly

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is a buy because of its diversified holdings, strong network of partners, and growing dividend.

Energy Stocks

Encana Corp.: Buy the Dip?

March 20, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Encana Corp. (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) has started to fall. Is it time to buy it on the weakness?

Tech Stocks

Does Sierra Wireless, Inc. Have More Room to Run?

March 20, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) is firing on all cylinders. Is it time to pick up this IoT star?

Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks for Income and Some Growth Too

March 20, 2017 | Kay Ng

Need income? Consider Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and another company for a 6.5% yield.

Investing

Is AutoCanada Inc. a Worthwhile Contrarian Play?

March 20, 2017 | Joey Frenette

AutoCanada Inc. (TSX:ACQ) reported abysmal Q4 2016 and full-year results. Is this falling knife worth catching?

Investing

Should You Invest With a Robo-Advisor?

March 20, 2017 | Alexander John Tun

Robo-advisors offer a cost-effective solution for passive investors, but you can forget about buying individual stocks such as Canopy Growth…

Dividend Stocks

What Happened to Canada’s Bank Stocks Last Week?

March 20, 2017 | Ryan Goldsman

With surprising news surfacing about Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), here's how shares have reacted in the week that followed.

Dividend Stocks

How to Use the Power of Compounding to Beat Stock Markets

March 20, 2017 | Neha Chamaria

Here's all you need to know about how compounding can turn your stocks, such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI),…

Investing

Is it Time to Consider Canada Goose Holdings Inc.?

March 20, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

After a highly anticipated IPO, Canada Good Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) finally began trading in Toronto and New York.

5 Top Defensive Stocks to Buy for 2017

March 20, 2017 | Neha Chamaria

Why you should consider owning Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS), Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA), Silver Wheaton (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW), CCL Industries (TSX:CCL.B), and BMO Low…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Stuff in Your TFSA

March 20, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are worth a look today.

Investing

Has Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Hit the Bottom?

March 20, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

With long-time investors dropping Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX), questions remain: has the stock truly hit the bottom, and can…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Cameco Corp.’s Cautious Hopes for 2017

March 18, 2017 | Brian Paradza, CFA

There are hopes for uranium price recovery in 2017. Cameo Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) has valid reasons to be cautious though.

Investing

Should You Give Canada Goose Holdings Inc. a Gander?

March 18, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) is the hottest new IPO on the TSX. Will it honk?

Dividend Stocks

6 Top Reasons to Buy Dividend Stocks

March 18, 2017 | Kay Ng

Find out why dividend stocks such as Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are so popular.

Investing

How to Sidestep the Current Real Estate Bubble

March 17, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

If the current real estate bubble has you contemplating forgetting your dream of being a landlord, perhaps it’s time to…

Energy Stocks

2 Oil Picks for Contrarian Investors

March 17, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) should be on your radar.

Dividend Stocks

3 Great Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next Decade (or More!)

March 17, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Simplify your portfolio with Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP), and one other company.

Energy Stocks

TransCanada Corporation vs. Royal Bank of Canada: Which Is a Better TFSA Pick?

March 17, 2017 | Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are two of Canada's top companies. Is one more attractive right…

Dividend Stocks

Prepare for a Market Correction With These 2 Stocks

March 17, 2017 | Colin Beck

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are two defensive stocks that provide reliable returns in uncertain…

Investing

This Stock Could Be the Best Contrarian Play on the TSX

March 17, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) reported great results in its latest earnings, but is the company ripe for a rebound?

Investing

Rake In the Passive Income With These 2 Cheap REITs

March 17, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) and Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CHP.UN) are two cheap REITs that you should…

Investing

Canada Goose Holdings Inc.: How Fast Will it Get to $30?

March 17, 2017 | Will Ashworth

As expected, Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) opened for trading March 16 up 40%. Next up, $30?

iShares Core S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund Goes up in Smoke

March 17, 2017 | Will Ashworth

The latest addition to the S&P/TSX Composite Index is Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED). Should indexers be worried?

Investing

TFSA Investors: 3 Top Dividend Picks to Navigate an Uncertain Market

March 17, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and two other top Canadian stocks should be on your radar when the market gets…

How to Retire (and Thrive!) With Less Than $1 Million

March 17, 2017 | Nelson Smith

You don't need $1 million in the bank to have a great retirement if you invest in stocks such as…

Income Investors: 2 High-Yield Stocks to Buy in This Overbought Market

March 17, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) might be worth a look right now.

Will BCE Inc. Let Me Sleep Well at Night?

March 17, 2017 | Jacob Donnelly

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) has some risks, but the company is growing across the board, which helps me sleep well at…

Silver Wheaton Corp.: Is the Latest Pullback Over?

March 17, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is picking up a new tailwind. Is this the start of another rally?

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