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Canadian Tire Corporation Limited’s Q3 Profit Surges 23.4%: Is Now the Time to Buy?

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) announced strong Q3 results, a dividend increase, and a share buyback on November 12. Does…

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A Weak Loonie Is Boosting Canada’s Economic Growth

A weak loonie is boosting economic growth, although it continues to impact the costs of companies with large amounts of…

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2 TFSA Picks for Your Rainy Day Portfolio

Here's how Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can help investors build significant savings in their TFSAs.

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Is Shaw Communications Inc. Still a Good Dividend-Growth Stock?

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) has delivered consistent dividend growth for years. Is a changing TV landscape about to change that?

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1 Big Number Canadian Natural Resources Limited Keeps Dropping

For the fifth time this year, Canadian Natural Resources Limited's (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) capex is coming down, with another big cut expected…

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Is BlackBerry Ltd. the Next Apple Inc.?

BlackBerry Ltd.'s (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) turnaround is remarkably similar to Apple Inc.'s (NASDAQ:AAPL).

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2 Peace-of-Mind Stocks for a Rough Market

Here's why Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are solid picks right now.

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Could Encana Corporation Become a Takeover Target?

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) is working hard to right the ship, but energy prices will ultimately determine its fate.

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Is Canadian Tire Corporation Limited a Buy After a 17% Pullback?

Canadian Tire retail stores are popular among Canadians. Is Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) a good business to own at…

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Why Bank of Nova Scotia Is the Best Growth Play of Canada’s Banks

Gain emerging markets' exposure from the safety of Canada with Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS).

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First Quantum Minerals Ltd.: Is the Earnings-Induced Sell-Off a Buying Opportunity?

First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM) released third-quarter earnings on November 9, and its stock has reacted by falling over 14%.…

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Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.: Why I Voted No to Suncor Energy Inc.’s Takeover Offer

As a Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) shareholder, I voted no to Suncor Energy Inc.'s (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) bid for the company.…

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Could CGI Group Inc.’s Q4 Beat Drive its Shares Even Higher?

CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) released fourth-quarter earnings on November 11, and its stock has reacted by rising over 4.5%. Should…

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Dividend Stocks to Buy Today

Don't know which dividend stocks to buy? Consider Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN). Here's why...

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Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: If You Believe Management, it’s a Screaming Buy

Most Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) bears say investors can't trust the company's management. But what if they're wrong and…

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He Was Right About an Oil Collapse. Now He’s Calling for $130 Oil

A London-based analyst is calling for $130 oil by 2017. That would be great news for Crescent Point Energy Corp.…

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Lundin Mining Corporation Is Back Under $4. Is This Another Buying Opportunity?

The copper market will determine whether or not Lundin Mining Corporation (TSX:LUN) will rebound off its lows.

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Dividend Stocks

How Interest Rate Hikes Affect Dividend Stocks

Interest rate hikes make dividend stocks such as Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) less…

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3 Big Changes Are Coming to Enerplus Corp.

Enerplus Corp. (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) announced three major changes to its future outlook.

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Should You Be Bullish or Bearish on Kinross Gold Corporation Today?

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) released third-quarter earnings on November 10, and its stock reacted by rising over 1.5%. What should…

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3 Reasons Investors Want to Buy Bank of Montreal

Because of its strong earnings, lucrative expansion opportunities, and consistent dividends, Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is definitely a stock investors…

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Have We Witnessed the End of the Last Great Commodities Boom in Human History?

There are signs that commodities will never rebound to the heights of the last decade, meaning there is little to…

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2 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Help Diversify Your Portfolio

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are good places to hide in a difficult market.

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Should You Buy Inter Pipeline Ltd. for the 6.5% Yield?

Here's what dividend investors need to know about Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

How Venezuela Could Sink the Gold Price

Venezuela's actions are bad news for Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX), Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG), and Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY), among others.

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TransCanada Corporation Shareholders: Brace Yourself for Modest Returns After the Keystone XL Rejection

With the U.S. Department of State denying TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) a permit for Keystone XL, shareholders may need to temper…

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Bombardier, Inc.: Do the Politics Favour a Federal Bailout?

Will Justin Trudeau be pressured to provide funding for Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B)?

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Is it Time for Investors to Consider Cameco Corporation?

In the short term, Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) is going to be a painful investment, but as demand for uranium increases,…

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Dividend Stocks that Counter Interest Rate Hikes

Cheap and high-growth dividend stocks like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) can help investors counter any rate hikes. Here's why.

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Why Westport Innovations Inc. Shares Are Falling Yet Again

Another quarter and another miss for Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(NASDAQ:WPRT).

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Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. a Takeover Target?

Here's why it might be time to consider a position in Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR).

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Enerplus Corp.: Can the Earnings-Induced Rally Continue?

Enerplus Corp. (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) released third-quarter earnings on November 6, and its stock has reacted by rising over 6%. Could the…

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Do Inter Pipeline Ltd.’s Record Q3 Results Signal a Buying Opportunity?

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) released record third-quarter earnings on November 5, but its stock has reacted by falling over 3.5%.…

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Why Amaya Inc. Shares Are Down More Than 30%

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) had a rough third quarter.

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Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: the 3 Biggest Takeaways From its Latest Conference Call

Vealeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) continues its damage-control efforts.

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Outperform by Buying Allied Properties Real Estate Investment

Historically, Allied Properties Real Estate Investment (TSX:AP.UN) has outperformed the REIT index as well as the market. Now is an…

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Why Toronto-Dominion Bank Is Set to Outgrow Royal Bank of Canada if Oil Weakness Continues

Lower oil prices could derail growth plans for Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD). Here's why TD…

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Will Low Oil Prices Last Until 2020?

Don't expect a rebound in oil any time soon. Energy investors should stick with integrated operators like Imperial Oil Limited…

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Why Gold Is Headed to US$1,000 an Ounce or Even Lower

There are signs that gold has further to fall, and this, along with higher interest rates, will have a sharp…

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2 Dividend-Growth Stocks Canadian Pensioners Can Trust

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) are reliable picks.

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