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Strong Consumer Spending in the U.S.: What Does it Mean for Canada?

February 24, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Why Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and other Canadian retailers should thrive.

Dividend Stocks

Don’t Miss an Opportunity to Acquire a Top Financial Stock Yielding 3%

February 24, 2017 | Matt Smith

Don't miss the opportunity to add attractively valued Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) to your portfolio to take advantage of…

Dividend Stocks

Forget Restaurant Brands International Inc.! Buy a More Attractive Peer Instead

February 24, 2017 | Kay Ng

Restaurant Brands International Inc.’s (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) recent run-up makes it too expensive to buy. Consider another well-run company instead.

Dividend Stocks

2 Great Dividend Stocks Yielding Over 4%

February 23, 2017 | Joseph Solitro

Are you in search of your next dividend stock? If so, Valener Inc. (TSX:VNR) and Morguard North American Residential REIT…

Investing

Spin Master Corp.’s 11% Climb in a Day Says 1 Thing

February 23, 2017 | Kay Ng

Here's why growth investors should take a serious look at Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) for their portfolios.

Energy Stocks

How Oil Derivatives Have Crushed Crescent Point Energy Corp.

February 23, 2017 | Chris MacDonald

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has had a massive unrealized loss from its hedging portfolio, amounting to more than its…

Investing

Is Bombardier, Inc. a Buy Right Now?

February 23, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) appears to be on the mend. Should you own this stock?

Dividend Stocks

Should Canadian Investors Sell and Move Cash to Cheaper Stock Markets?

February 23, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Many investors contend that markets are overvalued. Should you move assets abroad or invest in companies such as Bank of…

Dividend Stocks

2 Recent Dividend Hikes You Should Note

February 23, 2017 | Joseph Solitro

Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) and Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) recently raised their dividends, continuing their annual streaks. Which should…

Energy Stocks

Penn West Petroleum Ltd.: Time to Buy?

February 23, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) is targeting 15% production growth in 2017. Should you own this stock?

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Barrick Gold Corp. Remains a Great Investment

February 23, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) continues to attract attention, but the latest fiscal results highlight what a lucrative opportunity for investors…

Investing

3 U.S. Stocks That Love Canada

February 23, 2017 | Will Ashworth

Investors love Canadian stocks that do a lot of business in the U.S., but what about U.S. businesses, like TJX…

Investing

Restaurant Brands International Inc. Makes a Genius Acquisition in Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Inc.

February 23, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) will unlock a huge amount of growth potential with the acquisition of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen…

Investing

3 Reasons to Think Twice About New Cannabis ETF

February 23, 2017 | Will Ashworth

The Canadian business pages were busy February 21, announcing the future launch of a U.S.-listed ETF that will invest in…

2 Excellent Stocks for Any Dividend Portfolio

February 23, 2017 | Joseph Solitro

On the prowl for a dividend stock? If so, Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN)…

Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation: Still a Core Holding?

February 23, 2017 | Jacob Donnelly

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) saw a massive drop in free cash flow, making this a riskier income stock.

Dividend Stocks

How Investors Should Prepare for More Interest Rate Hikes

February 23, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here's why life insurance companies such as Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) will thrive in this environment.

Investing

Aggressive Value Investors: Beware of Home Capital Group Inc.

February 23, 2017 | Chris MacDonald

Here's why the underlying fundamentals for Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) have worsened and may continue to worsen, signalling caution…

Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 2 Industry Leaders With Sustainable Dividend Yields

February 23, 2017 | Colin Beck

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are well-established companies that provide reliable dividends for risk-adverse investors.

Investing

How to Stay Ahead of Volatile Share Prices

February 23, 2017 | Motley Fool Staff

Protecting your portfolio against volatility could be a shrewd move in 2017.

Investing

Is Canadian National Railway Company a Buy in 2017?

February 23, 2017 | Jacob Donnelly

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has a lot of great things going for it, but it is very expensive.

Investing

Should You Put TransCanada Corporation or BCE Inc. in Your RRSP?

February 23, 2017 | Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are popular picks in the Canadian market. Is one more attractive right now?

4 Great Income Producers for Your Portfolio

February 23, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) are just two great stocks to invest in that provide growth and…

Dividend Stocks

High Liner Foods Inc. Is 27% Cheaper: Is it Attractive?

February 23, 2017 | Kay Ng

What caused the +7% midday drop? Is High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) attractive at current levels?

Investing

1 Severely Undervalued Utility to Buy Today

February 22, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU) is too cheap to ignore for long-term income investors.

Investing

Spin Master Corp.: The Correction Is Overdone

February 22, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is extremely oversold over short-term concerns. It's time to start considering this great name.

Dividend Stocks

Value Investors: These 3 Stocks Are Absurdly Cheap

February 22, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Stocks don't get much cheaper than Yellow Media Ltd. (TSX:Y), Morguard Real Estate Inv. (TSX:MRT.UN), and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC).

Dividend Stocks

Did Warren Buffett Just Signal the Death of Retail?

February 22, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Just because Warren Buffett sold a stock doesn't mean retail is finished. Companies such as Reitmans (Canada) Inc. (TSX:RET.A) and…

Canopy Growth Corp.: Is it Wise to Buy This Stock Today?

February 22, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) is the leader in a rapidly expanding market. Should you own this stock?

Investing

Will its Bet on Chicken Send Restaurant Brands International Inc. Stock Flying Higher?

February 22, 2017 | Will Ashworth

Looking to expand its roster of global fast-food brands, Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is buying Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (NASDAQ:PLKI)…

Energy Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. Surges: Time to Buy?

February 22, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is attracting attention. Should you own this stock?

Dividend Stocks

4 Financial Stocks With +6% Dividend Yields

February 22, 2017 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Are you bullish on financial stocks? Here are some financial stocks, including Alaris Royalty Corp. (TSX:AD), with more than 6%…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Investors: Is it Time to Own Barrick Gold Corp.?

February 22, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) reported some impressive numbers for 2016. Could 2017 be even better?

Sun Life Financial Inc. or Toronto-Dominion Bank: Which Blue-Chip Stock Needs to Be in Your Portfolio?

February 22, 2017 | Colin Beck

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are clear industry leaders, but is it time to buy?

Energy Stocks

Power Up Your Portfolio With Fortis Inc.

February 22, 2017 | Chris MacDonald

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) may be one of the best picks for 2017 and beyond.

Energy Stocks

Should Investors Follow This Billionaire Investor in to Pengrowth Energy Corp.?

February 22, 2017 | Matt Smith

Beaten-down Pengrowth Energy Corp. (TSX:PGF)(NYSE:PGH) is shaping up as contrarian bet on the recovery of oil.

Contrarian Investors: An Unloved High-Yield Income Stock for Your TFSA

February 22, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) should be on your radar.

Why it’s Time to Buy Home Capital Group Inc.

February 22, 2017 | Ryan Goldsman

In spite of an OSC investigation, shares of Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) may just be what the doctor ordered.

Bank Stocks

RRSP Investors: Should You Buy Telus Corporation or Royal Bank of Canada Today?

February 22, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are two of Canada's top companies. Is one more attractive today?

Dividend Stocks

Where to Stash the 2017 RSP Contribution

February 22, 2017 | Ryan Goldsman

With more uncertainty than ever, shares of Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) may be the best investment available today.

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