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Why the Balance Sheet Holds the Key to Profit Growth

January 16, 2017 | Motley Fool Staff

A sound balance sheet provides the ingredients for strong financial performance in the long run.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why 2017 Is Set to Be Gold’s Best Year in a Generation

January 16, 2017 | Peter Stephens

Gold could be a top performer this year.

Dividend Stocks

Will Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. Raise its Dividend in 2017?

January 16, 2017 | Neha Chamaria

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.'s (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) dividend may still not be as safe as you think.

5 Reasons to Avoid Marijuana Stocks (and 1 Huge Reason to Buy Anyway)

January 16, 2017 | Nelson Smith

There are plenty of reasons to avoid pot stocks such as Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:CGC), but it's hard to say…

Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp.: Is the Pullback Overdone?

January 16, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) is in retreat. Should you take a contrarian position in this stock?

Empire Company Limited CEO Hire Comes With Risk

January 16, 2017 | Will Ashworth

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) hired Michael Medline as its permanent CEO, but you might want to consider the downside before…

Dividend Stocks

Can BCE Inc. Really Compete With Netflix Inc.?

January 16, 2017 | Nelson Smith

While BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is having some decent success with its Crave video-streaming service, it's going to be hard to…

Energy Stocks

Advantage Oil & Gas Ltd.: Phenomenal Upside Potential in 2017

January 16, 2017 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Here is why investors in Advantage Oil & Gas Ltd. (TSX:AAV)(NYSE:AAV) could reap some great capital gains on this stock…

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Is Inter Pipeline Ltd. or Corus Entertainment Inc. a Better Income Pick?

January 16, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) both offer above-average yields. Is one more attractive today?

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Dividend Investing Is 1 of the Best Paths to Success

January 16, 2017 | Matt Smith

Enhance your chances of success by investing in top dividend-paying stocks such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI).

Investing

Restaurant Brands International Inc. Is a Strong Buy at All-Time Highs

January 16, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is at all-time highs, but I think the stock is still a buy considering its…

Metals and Mining Stocks

IAMGOLD Corp. Slowly Heading Towards Profitability

January 16, 2017 | Karl Utermohlen

IAMGOLD Corp. (TSX:IMG)(NYSE:IAG) is recovering from an unprofitable beginning to the fiscal year with a second half that has seen…

Dividend Stocks

Will Canadian Banks Follow Their American Counterparts Higher?

January 16, 2017 | Ryan Goldsman

With a bullish stock market south of the border, investors should strongly consider Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Montreal…

Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Inc.: Still a Strong Dividend Stock Despite Turmoil

January 16, 2017 | Karl Utermohlen

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has raised its dividend and announced a major merger with Spectra Energy Corp. (NYSE:SE) that will benefit…

Investing

Simple Math Doesn’t Work at Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.

January 16, 2017 | Ryan Goldsman

Although Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) announced major news in the past week, this will not change the end result:…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons it’s a 3-Way Win to Buy Dividend-Growth Stocks

January 16, 2017 | Kay Ng

Here’s how to win by getting a growing income from dividend-growth stocks such as Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN).

Dividend Stocks

Double Defence: Invest for Value and Growing Dividends

January 16, 2017 | Kay Ng

Value and dividend-growth investing is a winning strategy. Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) is a great example for today.

How to Use Options to Generate Massive Yields on Your Stocks

January 16, 2017 | Alexander John Tun

The covered call is a popular way to generate additional income on top of your stock's dividends. Using this strategy,…

2 Reliable Income Stocks Yielding 4-6%

January 16, 2017 | Joseph Solitro

Do you want a reliable income stream? If so, consider investing in Vermilion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) and Sienna Senior Living…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Nothing Tastes Better Than These 3 Restaurant Stock Yields

January 16, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN), Pizza Pizza Royalty Fund (TSX:PZA), and A and W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN) offer…

Dividend Stocks

TransAlta Corporation: Is a Dividend Increase in the Works?

January 16, 2017 | Andrew Walker

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) is on the mend. Are dividend hikes just around the bend?

Dividend Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc.’s Quarterly Results: Good or Bad?

January 16, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) posted quarterly results last week. Profits tumbled nearly 60%, but, overall, prospects for growth have never…

Dividend Stocks

Earn Dividend Income With Bank of Montreal

January 13, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) has been paying dividends for over 100 years and remains a top pick to this day.

Investing

The 9-Stock Portfolio That Can Do No Wrong

January 13, 2017 | Will Ashworth

Passive investing continues to overtake active management, but do-it-yourselfers can do a little of both with this nine-stock portfolio which…

Dividend Stocks

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

January 13, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) should be on your RRSP radar.

Investing

Gildan Activewear Inc. Is Too Cheap to Ignore

January 13, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX:GIL)(NYSE:GIL) has struggled to break out over the past year. The fundamentals are terrific and the valuation…

4 Reasons Why Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. Is Attractive Today

January 13, 2017 | Kay Ng

Are you looking for a great company with growth potential? Consider Alimentation Couche Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) now!

Investing

Empire Company Limited Has a New CEO: Is it Time to Buy?

January 13, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) just hired Michael Medline as its new CEO. Does he have what it takes to turn…

Investing

Is WestJet Airlines Ltd. Ready to Take Off?

January 13, 2017 | Joey Frenette

WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) is extremely cheap right now and could be ready to soar along with the rest of…

Dividend Stocks

Manulife Financial Corp.: What to Expect in 2017

January 13, 2017 | Alexander John Tun

A look ahead at what's in store for Canada's largest lifeco, Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC).

Investing

Income Investors: Be Patient With Shaw Communications Inc.

January 13, 2017 | Joey Frenette

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) reported underwhelming numbers for its latest earnings. Patient investors should stay the course, as Shaw is…

2 Small Caps With 6.6% Yields to Buy for Income

January 13, 2017 | Joseph Solitro

Want monthly income? If so, consider investing in small caps such as Crombie Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CRR.UN) and Chemtrade…

Investing

5 Things to Understand About Aritzia Inc. in 2017

January 13, 2017 | Will Ashworth

Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) announced a loss in its third quarter, but before you sell its stock, it’s important that you…

Dividend Stocks

2 Growth-Focused Apartment REITs With Stable Yields

January 13, 2017 | Kay Ng

Should you buy Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN) or Interrent Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IIP.UN) for income?

Investing

Here’s to the ABC’s of Consumer Non-Cyclical Stocks

January 13, 2017 | Will Ashworth

Non-cyclical stocks such as Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) are the bedrock of the TSX and are deserving of your attention. Here are…

Dividend Stocks

Bombardier, Inc. vs Baytex Energy Corp.: Which Dividend Is Coming Back?

January 13, 2017 | Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) are on the mend. Is one about to start paying a dividend…

Investing

Canopy Growth Corp.: Will We See Further Growth in 2017?

January 13, 2017 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shares of Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:CGC) surged towards the end of last year as more markets legalized marijuana use. This…

Tech Stocks

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. on Fire to Start the Year

January 13, 2017 | Karl Utermohlen

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has made some huge sales in the new year, helping the company to offload some…

Why Every Dividend Investor Must Know the Free Cash Flow Payout Ratio

January 13, 2017 | Alexander John Tun

Using Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), I demonstrate how the free cash flow payout ratio is the most important gauge of dividend…

Dividend Stocks

Attention Homeowners: 5 Reasons Why Your House Is a Terrible Investment

January 13, 2017 | Nelson Smith

By the time we add up all the costs of owning a home, it's not even close. An investment in…

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