Member Login
Home » Canadian Stock Market News

Canadian Stock Market News

Find the latest stock market news in Canada from our trusted financial experts.

Latest News Articles

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Will Crescent Point Energy Corp. Cut its Dividend Again?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) still has a big dividend after cutting it by more than half. Will it be…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Which of Canada’s Big 3 Telecoms Is the Best Long-Term Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Does Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), or BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) represent the best long-term buy today?

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Is it Finally Time to Plant Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. in Your Dividend Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) is looking attractive at the current price.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Are We Seeing the Return of a Fear-Fueled Gold Run?

| Demetris Afxentiou

With the loonie falling to its lowest point in over a decade, and markets jittered by the Chinese devaluation, some…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

How to Protect Your Portfolio From the Devalued Yuan

| Adam Mancini

Canadian stocks are not immune from the devalued yuan. Buying names like Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and DH Corp. (TSX:DH) can…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

The Big 5 Banks: What Returns Can You Expect From Them Today?

| Kay Ng

Interested in adding Canadian banks to your portfolio? Here are the yields and expected returns from Royal Bank of Canada…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

The Falling Loonie Sends Consumers Food Shopping

| Ryan Vanzo

A falling loonie is boosting the bottom line for Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU).

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd: Why This Fallen Angel Is Doomed

| Matt Smith

Growing headwinds and the commodities crunch make Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) a falling knife that every investor should avoid.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

Is Bombardier Inc. Really Headed to Bankruptcy?

| Nelson Smith

There are a lot of issues with Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B), but that doesn't mean it's doomed for bankruptcy. Here's why…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

3 Recession-Resistant Dividend Picks

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA), Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), and one other company are solid bets in a shaky Canadian…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

6 Reasons to Own Telus Corporation

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) deserves to be in your portfolio.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

4 Big Mistakes to Avoid With Your TFSA

| Kay Ng

Avoid these mistakes with your TFSA, so you can compound your money tax free. Buying quality dividend companies like Fortis…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

Cineplex Inc. Reports Record Revenues in Q2: Could its Stock Rise to New All-Time Highs?

| Joseph Solitro

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) announced second-quarter earnings on August 13, and its stock reacted by rising about 1%. Should you be…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Corp. Reports Record Q2 Silver Production and Sales: Should You Buy Now?

| Joseph Solitro

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) released second-quarter earnings on August 11, and its stock has reacted by rising over 3.5%. Could…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Will Online Shopping Make the Mall Obsolete?

| Nelson Smith

In a world where everyone shops online, will RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Smart REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) 5+% dividends…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

What Kind of Stocks Should You Hold in an RRSP?

| Kay Ng

An RRSP is a great way to save by focusing on high-quality dividend stocks such as Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ),…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

Is the Earnings-Induced Weakness in Canadian Tire Corporation Limited a Buying Opportunity?

| Joseph Solitro

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) released second-quarter earnings on August 13, and its stock reacted by falling over 3%. Should…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

How Does Canada’s Federal Election Affect TransCanada Corporation?

| Benjamin Sinclair

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) has been in the centre of some important political debates. What effect does this election have on…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Help You Retire Early

| Andrew Walker

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are solid picks right now.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Will Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Survive $40 Oil?

| Nelson Smith

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) has made some smart moves with oil's recent decline. But will it be enough to…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless Inc. vs. BlackBerry Ltd. in the War of the Internet of Things

| Jacob Donnelly

If you are a believer in the potential for the Internet of Things, you should consider buying both BlackBerry Ltd.…

Read more »

Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Mining Stocks: Why They Just Aren’t Worth the Risk

| Matt Smith

With no bottom in sight, gold mining stocks such as Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX), IAMGOLD Corp. (TSX:IMG)(NYSE:IAG), and Kinross Gold…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

3 Stocks Rising Thanks to the Weak Loonie

| Demetris Afxentiou

As the loonie continues to drop to levels not seen in over a decade, companies such as Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU),…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years

| Kay Ng

Looking for stable, growing dividends from top companies that are priced right? Check out Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Brookfield Renewable Energy…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless Inc. Is a Great Buy Now And for the Future

| Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) continues to piece together the IoT puzzle, while under-promising and over-delivering in results.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Could Gold Really Hit $5,000 or Even $25,000?

| Andrew Walker

Predictions might be getting out of hand, but investors who want some gold exposure, just in case, should consider Goldcorp…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Why it Makes Perfect Sense for Shaw Communications Inc. to Buy Corus Entertainment Inc.

| Nelson Smith

With Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) shares at a six-year low, a takeover makes perfect sense. Here's why Shaw Communications Inc.…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

3 Stocks You Want to Own as the Loonie Tumbles

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA), and CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) all benefit from a plunging loonie.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Is Crescent Point Energy Corp. a Buy After Slashing its 15% Dividend?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) cut its $0.23 monthly dividend to $0.10. How should investors react?

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Investors That Crave Dividends Should Buy RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust

| Jacob Donnelly

Because of its high-quality assets that give it a wide moat, RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) is able to…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Emera Inc. Following its Strong Q2 Results and Dividend Increase?

| Joseph Solitro

Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) released strong Q2 earnings results and increased its dividend on August 11, and its stock has risen…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

How to Set Realistic Expectations for Your Dividend Investments: REITs

| Kay Ng

Why should we set realistic goals for our investments? So we can focus on what's important and know if we're…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

Could Metro Inc.’s Q3 Earnings Beat Support a Rally to New All-Time Highs?

| Joseph Solitro

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) released better-than-expected third-quarter earnings on August 12, and its stock reacted by making a slight move higher.…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

Air Canada’s Shares Fall 6% Despite Record Q2 Results: Should You Buy Now?

| Joseph Solitro

Air Canada (TSX:AC) released record second-quarter earnings on August 12, but its stock reacted by falling over 6%. Should you…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Top 3 REITs for High Rental Income Today

| Kay Ng

Buy these three REITs to boost your income today: Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) rides on the trend of an…

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Crude Oil Prices Unlikely to Recover Until 2nd Half of Next Year

| Doug Watt

Analysts lower price targets on drilling companies, including Precision Drilling Corporation (TSX:PD) and Ensign Energy Services Inc. (TSX:ESI) over fears…

Read more »

Bank Stocks

5 Reasons to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is still a great investment.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Important Lessons From Benjamin Graham

| Kay Ng

Benjamin Graham teaches two important lessons on value investing. I will use Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) as an example.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Big Reasons to Buy Silver Wheaton Corp.

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) looks attractive right now.

Read more »

The Motley Fool
Investing

Weak Commodities Prices Won’t Impact Canadian National Railway Company

| Matt Smith

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is well positioned to avoid the fallout from weak commodity prices, giving it…

Read more »