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Bank Stocks

Gain International Exposure With Bank of Nova Scotia

August 18, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its operations in Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, etc., Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is a great investment for…

Investing

Tories Court Middle-Class Homeowners With 2 Measures

August 18, 2015 | Jonathan Chevreau

In the coming battle for the votes of the Canadian middle class, a major skirmish appears to revolve around homeowners.

3 Reasons Why I Bought TransAlta Corporation Shares

August 17, 2015 | Nelson Smith

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) is a very unpopular stock right now. But under all the hate are some very cheap assets.

Crescent Point Energy Corp and the Inevitable Dividend Cut

August 17, 2015 | Iain Butler

Our latest edition of Take Stock is here!

Dividend Stocks

Why Billionaire Ray Dalio Just Bought Enbridge Inc. Shares

August 17, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Billionaire Ray Dalio—founder of the world's largest hedge fund—just added Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) to his portfolio in Q2 2015. Here's…

Investing

We Don’t Need the ORPP

August 17, 2015 | Jonathan Chevreau

Why the recently released Ontario Retirement Pension Plan is a bad idea.

Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Canadian Western Bank Around Earnings Report Time?

August 17, 2015 | Kay Ng

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) shares are cheap compared with historical trading levels. However, it's plagued by low oil prices, so…

Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Bank of Montreal Around Earnings Report Time?

August 17, 2015 | Kay Ng

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) kicks off earnings reports for the Canadian banks. Its 4.5% yield is solid and its shares…

Investing

5 Reasons to Own Sun Life Financial Inc.

August 17, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) should be on your radar.

Dividend Stocks

2 Small-Cap Canadian Dividend Stocks Worth Your Attention

August 17, 2015 | Doug Watt

Leon’s Furniture Ltd. (TSX:LNF) and Richelieu Hardware Ltd. (TSX:RCH) generate strong revenues and offer a dividend. What’s not to like?

Why Do Stocks Pay Dividends?

August 17, 2015 | Kay Ng

Dividend stocks, especially ones with long streaks of growing dividends like TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), reduce stock price volatility and encourage…

Dividend Stocks

3 Monthly Dividend Stocks With Yields up to 7.2% to Buy Today

August 17, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Looking for monthly dividend income? If so, Veresen Inc. (TSX:VSN), Extendicare Inc. (TSX:EXE), and Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) are three…

Dividend Stocks

Will Crescent Point Energy Corp. Cut its Dividend Again?

August 17, 2015 | 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…

Dividend Stocks

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

August 17, 2015 | 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?

Dividend Stocks

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

August 17, 2015 | Andrew Walker

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

Dividend Stocks

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

August 17, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

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

Investing

How to Protect Your Portfolio From the Devalued Yuan

August 17, 2015 | 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…

Dividend Stocks

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

August 17, 2015 | Kay Ng

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

Investing

The Falling Loonie Sends Consumers Food Shopping

August 17, 2015 | Ryan Vanzo

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

Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd: Why This Fallen Angel Is Doomed

August 17, 2015 | 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.

Investing

Is Bombardier Inc. Really Headed to Bankruptcy?

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Investing

3 Recession-Resistant Dividend Picks

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Investing

6 Reasons to Own Telus Corporation

August 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

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

Dividend Stocks

4 Big Mistakes to Avoid With Your TFSA

August 14, 2015 | Kay Ng

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

Investing

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

August 14, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

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

Metals and Mining Stocks

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

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Dividend Stocks

Will Online Shopping Make the Mall Obsolete?

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Dividend Stocks

What Kind of Stocks Should You Hold in an RRSP?

August 14, 2015 | Kay Ng

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

Investing

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

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Investing

How Does Canada’s Federal Election Affect TransCanada Corporation?

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Help You Retire Early

August 14, 2015 | 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.

Energy Stocks

Will Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Survive $40 Oil?

August 14, 2015 | Nelson Smith

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

Tech Stocks

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

August 14, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

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

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

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Investing

3 Stocks Rising Thanks to the Weak Loonie

August 14, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

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

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years

August 14, 2015 | 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…

Tech Stocks

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

August 13, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

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

Metals and Mining Stocks

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

August 13, 2015 | Andrew Walker

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

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

August 13, 2015 | 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.…

Investing

3 Stocks You Want to Own as the Loonie Tumbles

August 13, 2015 | 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.

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