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Why You Should Beware the Trump Trade

We are back to political gridlock again, and this could spell bad news for manufacturing and construction businesses.

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Does Franco Nevada Corp. Represent Value at its Current Valuation?

Franco Nevada Corp. (TSXFNV)(NYSE:FNV) has a high valuation, but very strong operations support this valuation. Long-term investors may want to…

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Bank Stocks

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce’s Takeover of PrivateBancorp Inc. Approved: Time to Buy?

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) will finally get that much-needed U.S. exposure. Is it time to load up on…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Boring Businesses Are Good Investments

After reporting earnings for the first quarter of 2017, High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) may just be what investors need.

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Canopy Growth Corp. Down Nearly 30%: Now What?

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) has pulled back quite a bit, but it is still incredibly expensive. Nevertheless, the future is…

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An Update on the Solvency Issues at Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.

After two very difficult years, Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is simply two years closer to bankruptcy.

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The Great Canadian Online Insurance Wars Heat Up

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.A)(NYSE:BRK.B) is one of many U.S. companies selling insurance online. Here in Canada, things are starting to…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Live as if You’re Retired?

Have you thought about retiring? If so, observe your spending habits and see if you need to make a change…

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Slow and Steady Does NOT Win the Race: Change Needed in Bombardier, Inc.

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) needs to crank up its production level dramatically and make a solid change in its management.

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Dividend Stocks

Has the Train Left the Station at Canadian National Railway Company?

How does Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stack up against the competition?

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Energy Stocks

Debunking the 3 Biggest Reasons to Avoid Oil Stocks

These three core reasons are likely preventing you from massive potential upside in key energy sector names like Baytex Energy…

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Dividend Stocks

Relax and Renew Your Portfolio With This 1 Dividend Gem

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) is a very interesting long-term renewable energy play with an impressive dividend yield that…

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Energy Stocks

Badger Daylighting Ltd.: Are 1st-Quarter Issues Temporary Setbacks?

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) shares were down more than 20% last week mostly due to short sellers.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Income Stocks Yielding 6-7% for Your TFSA

Russel Metals Inc. (TSX:RUS) and Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) offer above-average yield with stable distributions.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT Belongs in Any Income Portfolio

Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) reported strong first-quarter progress.

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Interesting Developments for Home Capital Group Inc.

With a lot of news over the past week, shares of Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) may be ready to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Cameco Corp. Still a Long-Term Opportunity?

Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) has coped with depressed uranium prices for over six years. Is the company still a good long-term…

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Avoid the Siren Song of This Massive Canadian Holding Company

Power Financial Corporation (TSX:PWF) looks like a one-stop shop for financial diversification. But here's why you should avoid it.

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Brookfield Property Partners LP: The Best Way to Invest in Real Estate Today

One of the best ways to invest in real estate today is through Brookfield Property Partners LP (TSX:BPY.UN)(NYSE:BPY).

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Does Fortis Inc. Deserve to Be a Top TFSA Pick?

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) has raised its dividend every year for more than four decades.

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Dividend Stocks

2 REITs With Yields up to 4.8% I’d Buy Today

Interested in buying a REIT? If so, Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (TSX:AAR.UN) and Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) are…

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Is it Time to Hit the Panic Button at Bombardier, Inc.?

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has had difficulty executing on contracts in the past, and its most recent spat with Metrolinx speaks…

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Bank Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank: Be Greedy While Others Are Fearful

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) continues to decline as the "perfect storm" of news drives the stock lower. Is it time to…

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Who Turned Out the Lights at Badger Daylighting Ltd.?

Short-seller Marc Cohodes set his sights on Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD). Should you abandon ship?

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Energy Stocks

Consider Nuvista Energy Ltd. for Exposure to Natural Gas

Nuvista Energy Ltd. (TSX:NVA) and other natural gas producers are in increasingly better shape and are worth a look.

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Canadian Tire Corporation Limited: Could Home Delivery Be a Game-Changer?

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) took a plunge recently. Is it time to buy the dip?

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Dividend Stocks

Is Freehold Royalties Ltd. About to Increase its Dividend Yet Again?

Freehold Royalties Ltd. (TSX:FRU) announced a 65% increase in revenues and a payout ratio in the low end of its…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Air Canada Just Became the #1 Canadian Airline for Bullish Investors

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) investors now have another reason to bet on a continued rally for the large Canadian airline, as…

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Bank Stocks

Does Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Know Something the Rest of Us Don’t?

The mutual fund arm of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) has taken a huge position in Home Capital Group…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Massive Yields (and Protect Your Capital) With These 3 Preferred Shares

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW), George Weston Limited (TSX:WN), and one other company all offer preferred shares with succulent yields.

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Bank Stocks

3 New Developments From Home Capital Group Inc.’s Latest Earnings Release

Here are three new developments from Home Capital Group Inc.'s (TSX:HCG) recent earnings release and quarterly conference call.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Investors Still Need to Hold Off on Teck Resources Ltd.

After a minor sell-off, shares in Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) may not be the deal investors think.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

This Best-of-Breed Gold Miner Should Be in Every Portfolio

Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:CRK) is an attractive stock for obtaining levered exposure to gold.

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Tech Stocks

Why 2017 Is the Year of BlackBerry Ltd.

The case for investing in BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) continues to gain momentum following better than expected results and a long-awaited…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Inc.: Add This Stock to Your Pipeline

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has come a long way to become a leader in renewable energy, though not many investors know…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Value Stocks With Enormous Dividends to Buy Now

Are you looking for value in a pricey market? Consider Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and another stock today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks That Just Raised Their Dividends by 2-10%

Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) just raised their dividends by 2-10%. Which should you buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Dividend Investing Old-Fashioned?

Are other investment styles more appropriate in a fast-paced investment world?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Commodity Stock Meltdown Could Be a Great Opportunity to Buy

The miners could fall further still but this looks like a buying opportunity to this Fool.

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Why Forecasts Should Never Be Taken Too Seriously

Forecasting may be an inefficient use of time, but it could also present opportunities for Foolish investors.

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