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Bank Stocks

3 Startling Statistics About Vancouver’s Housing Market

August 1, 2016 | Matt Smith

Vancouver's housing market continues to grow in value, and Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) has considerable exposure to this potential bubble.

Dividend Stocks

Why You Should Invest in Bank of Montreal

August 1, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is a well-diversified option for your portfolio with strong growth and dividend-income potential.

2 High-Growth Retail Stocks to Consider Today

August 1, 2016 | Joseph Solitro

Looking for a high-growth stock? If so, Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) and Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) deserve your attention.

Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks for Your TFSA

August 1, 2016 | Joseph Solitro

Looking for a dividend-growth stock for your TFSA? If so, Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Toromont Industries Inc. (TSX:TIH) are two…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Propel This REIT Higher

August 1, 2016 | Kay Ng

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) is back at 2009 recession levels. What could push its price higher?

Dividend Stocks

A Top Income-Growth Opportunity With Global Exposure

August 1, 2016 | Kay Ng

Gain exposure to the growing need for renewable power through Brookfield Renewable Partners LP's (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) global platform. Here's why it's…

Energy Stocks

Is the TSX About to Follow the S&P 500 to All-Time Highs?

August 1, 2016 | Adam Mancini

With the S&P 500 recently hitting all-time highs, the TSX is not far off with only 8% upside from current…

Investing

Why Air Canada’s Stock Fell Over 4% on Friday

August 1, 2016 | Joseph Solitro

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) released its second-quarter earnings results on Friday, July 29, and its stock reacted by falling over 4%.…

Top TSX Stocks

Top Stocks for August

August 1, 2016 | Motley Fool Staff

Our contributors give us their top picks for August, including Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB).

Bank Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia Looks to Retail for Growth

July 30, 2016 | Will Ashworth

While Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is better known for emerging markets than its Canadian retail business, it's changing the…

Energy Stocks

Contrarian Investors: Should Crescent Point Energy Corp. Be on Your Buy List?

July 30, 2016 | Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is a popular pick among oil bulls. Should you buy the recent pullback?

Dividend Stocks

Increase Your Portfolio’s Potential With These 3 Top Turnaround Stocks

July 30, 2016 | Nelson Smith

Turnaround stocks such as Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A), TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC), and Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) have…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Give Yourself a Raise With Inter Pipeline Ltd.

July 30, 2016 | Nelson Smith

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) might be the perfect stock for retirees. Here's why.

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Why Canada’s Housing Meltdown Won’t Happen Anytime Soon

July 29, 2016 | Matt Smith

The likelihood of a major housing bust and the degree of risk it poses to Canada's banks, such as National…

Investing

2 Food Stocks Moving Higher on Strong Q2 Results

July 29, 2016 | Joseph Solitro

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) and George Weston Limited (TSX:WN) announced earnings this week, and their stocks have been on…

Investing

Invest in Boardwalk REIT for Long-Term Growth

July 29, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Investors looking for the benefits of holding a residential-focused REIT will not be disappointed with Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN).

Energy Stocks

4 Reasons Why Oil Prices Are Plunging Yet Again

July 29, 2016 | Matt Smith

Market fundamentals have finally caught up with the optimism surrounding oil, and weak prices are now the "new normal," but…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Buy Cameco Corporation and 1 Other Stock for Exposure to Uranium

July 29, 2016 | Jacob Donnelly

If you want exposure to uranium, buy Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) and Uranium Participation Corporation (TSX:U).

Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: Should You Consider Bank of Nova Scotia or Enbridge Inc. Today?

July 29, 2016 | Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are both great stocks. Is one a better RRSP pick?

Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal: Don’t Overlook it

July 29, 2016 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of smart growth and a really strong U.S. economy, investors shouldn't miss out on Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO(NYSE:BMO).

Investing

Should Investors Buy WestJet Airlines Ltd.?

July 29, 2016 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of the cyclical nature of its business and a drop in earnings, I believe investors should be cautious about…

Dividend Stocks

Surprise! Coal Is a Major Bright Spot for Canadian Pacific Railway Limited

July 29, 2016 | Ryan Vanzo

Coal is looking like it could become a profit driver for Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP). Will it last?

Dividend Stocks

Get a 7.9% Yield From This Beaten-Down REIT

July 29, 2016 | Kay Ng

Can you count on Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst's (TSX:D.UN) 7.9% yield?

Need Income? Get +6% Yields From These 2 Dividend Stocks

July 29, 2016 | Kay Ng

Consider Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and another company for dividend yields of 6.4% or higher today.

Dividend Stocks

These 2 Stocks Just Raised Their Dividends by 15-25%

July 29, 2016 | Joseph Solitro

Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) and Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) just hiked their dividends by 15% and 25%,…

Dividend Stocks

Why Cineplex Inc. Is Such a Great Investment

July 29, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) can provide significant growth and dividend income to your portfolio, and not just from the movie business.

Dividend Stocks

2 Tech Stocks on the Move Following Their Q2 Reports

July 29, 2016 | Joseph Solitro

DH Corp. (TSX:DH) and Thomson Reuters Corp. (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) have been big movers this week on the heels of their earnings…

Energy Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd. Is up Over 400%: Will Coal Save it?

July 29, 2016 | Ryan Vanzo

After an impressive rally, there are still significant hurdles for Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK).

Investing

4 Things Every Oil Investor Needs to Know About the Current Plunge in Prices

July 29, 2016 | Adam Mancini

West Texas Intermediate prices are once again in a major free fall, plunging 20% since early June. Here are four…

Bank Stocks

Think the Loonie Is About to Plunge? Then Buy These 3 Stocks

July 29, 2016 | Nelson Smith

Convinced the Canadian dollar is about to slide again? Then check out Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP), and Fairfax…

Dividend Stocks

Should You Be Worried About Canadian National Railway Company?

July 29, 2016 | Ryan Vanzo

Can Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) continue to grow its dividend?

Dividend Stocks

3 Defensive Stocks to Hedge Against a Market Correction

July 29, 2016 | Matt Smith

Hedge against a market correction and economic downturn with Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP), and BCE Inc.…

Investing

What’s at Stake for Renewable Power Developers and Generators in Ontario?

July 29, 2016 | Scott Brandt

If you’re looking to play the renewables revolution, invest in these four potential contenders: Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI), Innergex Renewable…

Dividend Stocks

Why Silver Wheaton Corp. Remains a Top Pick for 2016

July 28, 2016 | Matt Smith

Take a closer look at why Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) remains one of the best ways to gain exposure to…

Investing

3 TSX Stocks Whose P/E Ratios Scream “Sell”

July 28, 2016 | Will Ashworth

There are three big-name stocks on the TSX whose current P/E ratios are much higher than the iShares S&P/TSX Capped…

Investors: Stick These 3 Forever Stocks Inside Your TFSA

July 28, 2016 | Nelson Smith

Make investing easy by stuffing your TFSA full of great forever stocks such as Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Extendicare Inc. (TSX:EXE),…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Monthly Income Stocks for Your TFSA

July 28, 2016 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) deserve a closer look.

Dividend Stocks

Let Fortis Inc. Work for Your Portfolio

July 28, 2016 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of smart acquisitions, Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) has been able to return growing dividends to investors for decades.

Investing

Is Canadian National Railway Company Still a Good Stock?

July 28, 2016 | Jacob Donnelly

Despite a drop in revenue, Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has improved its operating ratio, making margins even stronger.

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Is Finally Giving Up

July 28, 2016 | Ryan Vanzo

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) is moving on from a struggling handset model. Is software the future?

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