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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy Inc. or Enbridge Inc.?

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two of Canada's top companies. Is one more attractive today?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Growth Stocks Yielding 5% or More for Income-Hungry Investors

Boost your portfolio's yield and the chances of achieving investing success with Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA), Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP),…

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Don’t Let Your Money Die a Slow Death in Cash

Leaving large sums of money in cash for long periods no longer makes sense, as you are effectively sentencing it…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Energy Stocks With Yields of 3-5% to Buy for Income

Want a steady income stream? If so, consider high-quality energy stocks such as Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) and…

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia: A 4.2% Yield Plus so Much More

Many investors fixate on Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) 4.2% dividend. That's a nice feature, but the company has so…

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The Big Reason NOT to Own Dollarama Inc. 

There are lots of reasons to love Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) stock. There’s only one reason not to. Care to guess…

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Why it’s Not the Best Time to Buy the Big Banks

The big banks in Canada, with Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) as the leader, were the most profitable Canadian companies…

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Bombardier, Inc.: Is This Stock Attractive Today?

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) remains volatile. Is this the right moment to hop on for a ride?

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Bank Stocks

Canada Adds 67,200 Jobs in September: Is the Worst Behind Us?

Let's dig into the numbers and compare them with recent comments from Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO).

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Energy Stocks

The Only 2 Reasons to Buy Baytex Energy Corp.

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) ranks near the top of its peer group with regards to debt and, as a result,…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Monthly Dividend Stocks for Income-Seeking Retirees

Here's why Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN) should be on your radar.

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Dividend Stocks

Bearish on the Loonie? Buy These 3 Stocks

If Canada's currency takes a hit, it's good news for Slate Retail REIT (TSX:SRT.UN), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Bombardier, Inc.,…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Corp.: Is This Stock Attractive Today?

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is down nearly 25% in the past two months. Is this an opportunity to buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Create Your Own Pension With These 3 Dividend-Growth Stalwarts

Earn high yields and get solid dividend growth with Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA), Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA), and Alaris Royalty Corp.…

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3 West Coast REITs to Sell Now

The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan is looking to sell $2 billion of its Vancouver commercial real estate as prices hit…

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Why 10 Minutes a Month Could Make You a Millionaire

Just a small amount of time per month could transform your personal finances.

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Why Dollarama Inc. Is Canada’s Hottest Retail Stock

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is one of the best retail stocks in the market with strong growth and impressive results.

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Dividend Stocks

A Hidden Gem With a Big Dividend

American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP’s (TSX:HOT.UN) share price has hardly budged in three years. Could it be a hidden…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Brookfield Renewable Partners LP the Perfect Stock for Your RRSP?

Looking for a great dividend stock to add to your RRSP? If so, Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) could be…

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Energy Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. vs. Baytex Energy Corp.: Which Will Outperform in 2017?

With expectations of rising oil prices, Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) remain popular holdings. Which…

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Investing

Bullish Skies Ahead: Why Air Canada Is About to Take Off

Air Canada's (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) refinancing will wipe $355 million of debt from its books. With this change in its risk profile,…

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Dividend Stocks

Can These 2 REITs Survive the Death of the Shopping Mall?

Both RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Smart REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) are becoming unique plays on the traditional mall concept.

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3 Top Defensive Stocks Poised for Growth

Hedge against market volatility with Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP), Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB).

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Here Are 3 REITs Suited for Any Portfolio

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), Northview Apartment REIT (TSX:NVU.UN), and Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN) are three of the best…

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First National Financial Corp. Gets a 20% Haircut

The changes in the federal government’s mortgage insurance rules took the wind out of the alternative mortgage provider’s sails last…

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Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Turnaround Candidate or Racing to the Bottom?

Valent Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is making all of the right business decisions, but it may not be enough to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks With +6% Yields to Buy for Income

Looking for great income stocks? If so, TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) and Morguard Real Estate Inv. (TSX:MRT.UN) should be on…

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Concordia International Corp.: A Safe Buy?

Concordia International Corp. (TSX:CXR)(NASDAQ:CXRX) is a risky, debt-ridden company that could grow quite handsomely if a series of steps are…

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Is Amaya Inc. About to Be Acquired?

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) continues to spur controversy and has suitors lining up for a possible deal.

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Dividend Stocks

Fortis Inc. Is an Income Stock to Buy and Hold Forever

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) is one step away from adding a huge asset to its portfolio, which will help it increase…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Why Precious Metals Streamers Are Better Investments Than Miners

Take advantage of the pullback in gold and silver with Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) and Franco Nevada Corp. (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why the Gold Price Rally Is Far From Over

Gold may have just suffered its biggest drop since 2013, but a combination of both short- and long-term factors indicates…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Canadian Tire Corporation Limited a Bargain Today?

Is the 11% dip in Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) a buying opportunity? What kind of returns can you expect?

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Inc.: Should You Buy This Stock?

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has made some long-term investors wealthy. Can the trend continue?

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Will Stop Making Devices: End of an Era

Without the cash drag of hardware, BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) can now direct huge amounts of capital to strengthen its software…

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Energy Stocks

Is Baytex Energy Corp. a Risky Investment?

Is Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) a good investment to play higher crude?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Steps to a More Secure Retirement

Buying great dividend-growth stocks such as Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) is one key to having a…

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Bank Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp. Is About to See an Explosion in Free Cash Flow

If some of the more bullish oil-price forecasts are correct, Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) could see an explosion of…

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Bank Stocks

Is Sun Life Financial Inc. or Bank of Nova Scotia a Better Bet on Growth in Emerging Markets?

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) both offer investors a way to play international growth.…

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Dividend Stocks

Yield Alert: These 3 Dividend-Growth Stocks Pay More Than 5%

Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF) Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL), and one other under-the-radar stock are attractive picks today for income investors.…

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