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Energy Stocks

Why TransCanada Corporation Can Sidestep the Oil-Price Shock

April 15, 2015 | Doug Watt

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is counting on regulatory approval for two major oil pipeline projects, but it can still do well…

Dividend Stocks

Does Rogers Communications Inc. and its 4.5% Yield Belong in Your Portfolio?

April 15, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) pays a great dividend. But that's not the only reason to get excited about the stock.

Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for Every Investor

April 15, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) are great dividend picks regardless of your investing timeline.

Dividend Stocks

Which Stock Is a Better Bet for Dividend Investors: Toronto-Dominion Bank or Canadian Western Bank?

April 15, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Should dividend investors turn to Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) or Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) for income?

Bank Stocks

How Does National Bank of Canada’s Performance Compare With the Big 5 Banks?

April 15, 2015 | Kay Ng

National Bank of Canada's (TSX:NA) total return in the past five years beat the returns of the big five.

Energy Stocks

Which Is a Better Buy Now: Enerplus Corp or Crescent Point Energy Corp?

April 15, 2015 | Matt DiLallo

Enerplus Corp (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) and Crescent Point Energy Corp (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) yield 4.1% and 9%, respectively. However, before you jump on Crescent…

Investing

Is Canadian National Railway Company the Top Rail Stock to Buy Today?

April 15, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Here are four reasons why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) should be a core holding in your portfolio today.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Buy Cameco Corporation, But Prepare for Volatility

April 15, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

If you can get past the volatility, Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) is a very great long-term investment that will see tremendous…

Investing

Is Performance Sports Group Ltd. the Hidden Gem of the Retail Industry?

April 15, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Performance Sports Group Ltd.’s (TSX:PSG)(NYSE:PSG) stock fell over 3% after it released better-than-expected third-quarter earnings results. Should you be a…

Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp.: Why the Worst Is Over

April 15, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) was hit hard by falling crude prices. Here's why the future looks bright.

Stocks for Beginners

5 ETFs to Start a College Grad’s Retirement Fund

April 15, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

New investors should consider buying the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index (TSX:XIC), iShares Canadian Universe Bond Index Fund (TSX:XBB), and…

Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy Inc. Now?

April 15, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is fully valued, but strength in downstream operations could send the stock higher. Here's why.

Bank Stocks

Is Now the Wrong Time to Buy Royal Bank of Canada?

April 15, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is perhaps the finest company in Canada, but there could be storm clouds up ahead.

Tech Stocks

Should Investors Buy Sierra Wireless Inc. Now or Stay on the Sidelines?

April 15, 2015 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Does a strong outlook justify Sierra Wireless Inc.'s (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) expensive valuation?

Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold Shaw Communications Inc. Following its Q2 Earnings Miss?

April 15, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Shaw Communications Inc.’s (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) second-quarter earnings results fell short of expectations, and its stock reacted by falling over 3%. Should…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Teck Resources Ltd.’s Dividend Unsustainable?

April 15, 2015 | Matt Smith

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) may pay a juicy dividend yield now, but gathering headwinds indicate that a dividend cut could…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reliable Dividend Stocks for Every Retirement Portfolio

April 15, 2015 | Kay Ng

Whether you’re already retired or are just starting your first job, Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Northern Property REIT (TSX:NPR.UN),…

Energy Stocks

How Low Can Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.’s Dividend Go?

April 14, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Is the free fall in Canadian Oil Sands Ltd's (TSX:COS) dividend finally over?

Investing

Contrarian Investors: Should You Buy SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. or Bombardier Inc.?

April 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) and Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) are attracting attention, but one is a better bet right now.

Investing

Is CAE Inc. a Better Buy Than Air Canada?

April 14, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Right now, the airline business is booming. Should interested investors buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) or CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) to get…

3 Top Dividend Stocks You Should Buy Today

April 14, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), Whitecap Resources Inc. (TSX:WCP), and Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) represent three of the best dividend-paying investment options…

Investing

2 Stocks to Watch During Modi’s Visit to Canada

April 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why investors in Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) should be big fans of India's prime…

Bank Stocks

Which of the Big 3 Banks Should You Buy Today?

April 14, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) represent three of the best investment…

Energy Stocks

Surge Energy Inc. Was Recently Rated a Buy: Is Now the Time to Invest?

April 14, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite the oil rout, Surge Energy Inc. (TSX:SGY) was rated as a buy. Is this more market noise or should…

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Pembina Pipeline Corp.

April 14, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) should be on your radar right now.

Investing

Is Agrium Inc. the Missing Piece of Your Portfolio?

April 14, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why you should consider investing in Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) today.

Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited: Be Wary of This Expensive Stock

April 14, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is a great company, but that doesn't mean you should blindly add it to your…

Energy Stocks

Is Encana Corporation Making the Right Moves to Survive?

April 14, 2015 | Matt DiLallo

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) sold billions in stock and other assets in the past month to adjust to weak oil prices.

Investing

3 Inexpensive Food Retailers to Consider Buying Today

April 14, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L), Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU), and Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) could outperform the overall market for the next…

Dividend Stocks

5 Stocks That Pay You 12 Times Per Year

April 14, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Here's why I love Dream Office REIT (TSX:D.UN), Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR), and Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc (TSX:ENF).

Energy Stocks

Why I’m Not Buying Any Oil Stocks Just Yet

April 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Companies like Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) are still making money, so I wouldn't count on an oil rebound any time…

Investing

Earnings Preview: What to Expect When Canadian National Railway Company Reports Next Week

April 14, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Can the Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) continue to deliver for shareholders?

Investing

Why Enbridge Inc. Is a Smarter Dividend-Growth Play Than TransCanada Corporation

April 14, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is set to outperform TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) in terms of dividend growth. Here's what you need to…

Investing

Which Is a Better Turnaround Bet: Bombardier Inc. or BlackBerry Ltd.?

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) have had their fair share of struggles. Are either worth buying today?

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Rogers Communications Inc. Deserves a Spot in Your Dividend Portfolio

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) has struggled in recent years, but remains a great dividend option.

Dividend Stocks

Alamos Gold Inc. and AuRico Gold Inc. Bet on Better Days for Gold with a $1.5 Billion Merger Deal

April 13, 2015 | Doug Watt

Weak gold prices will hurt smaller producers, but a bulked up Alamos Gold Inc. (TSX:AGI)(NYSE:AGI) might be attractive for gold…

Dividend Stocks

Should Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank Remain Part of Your Dividend Portfolio?

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Are Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) both must-own dividend stocks?

Investing

Should You Buy Manulife Financial Corp.?

April 13, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before they buy Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC).

Energy Stocks

Does Emera Inc. and its 3.9% Yield Belong in Your Portfolio?

April 13, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Are you searching for a stock that can offer growth and a high dividend? Look no further than Emera Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Stocks You Should Consider Buying Today

April 13, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK), BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) represent three of the best long-term dividend-paying investment options…

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