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Buy vs. Rent: If You’re Thinking About Buying a House, You Need to Read This

April 17, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

A balanced portfolio—made up of the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU), the iShares S&P TSX Capped REIT Index Fund…

Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for Conservative Investors

April 17, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) might be boring, but the returns they generate certainly aren't.

Investing

Why Agrium Inc. Is up 19% But Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. Is Down 3%

April 17, 2015 | Neha Chamaria

Here's why Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) and Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) have moved in opposite directions, and what it means for…

Investing

Interest Rates Hold Steady: Is This Bad News for Sun Life Financial Inc.?

April 17, 2015 | Adam Mancini

The Bank of Canada is holding interest rates at a low 0.75%. What does this mean for Sun Life Financial…

Energy Stocks

Is the Talisman Energy Inc. Merger Arbitrage Free Money?

April 17, 2015 | Nelson Smith

There's a virtually risk-free 9.6% annualized return for investors who are willing to buy Talisman Energy Inc. (TSX:TLM)(NYSE:TLM) shares today.

Which Is a Better Dividend Investment: Bank of Montreal or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

April 17, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what you need to know about Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) before you…

Energy Stocks

Why Enbridge Inc. Is a Great Buy No Matter the Price of Oil

April 17, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has such a strong moat and powerful business model, it could result in a 10-12% increase…

Energy Stocks

Should TransCanada Corporation Be Atop Your Long-Term Buy List?

April 17, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) could be one of the top performing stocks in the next three to five years. Here are…

Energy Stocks

Are the TSX’s 2 Highest-Yielding Oil Stocks Safe?

April 17, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) offer very enticing yields. Here's what you need to know…

Investing

Will the Oil Rout Trigger a Housing Crash?

April 17, 2015 | Matt Smith

Here's why investors need to avoid stocks like Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) and Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) as Alberta's housing market…

Dividend Stocks

How to Take Advantage of the Oil-Price Slump Without Buying Energy Stocks

April 17, 2015 | Kay Ng

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) and Northern Property REIT (TSX:NPR.UN) are good value stocks that offer attractive long-term returns because of…

Energy Stocks

Which Is the Best Investment: Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. or Encana Corporation?

April 16, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) offer upside potential in a recovering oil market, but one…

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why Arc Resources Ltd. Is the Top Energy Stock to Buy Today

April 16, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why you should be a long-term buyer of Arc Resources Ltd. (TSX:ARX) today.

Investing

3 Reasons to Look at Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

April 16, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its amazing diversification and its growing holdings in real estate, I think Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) is…

Dividend Stocks

How Enbridge Inc. Fits Into My Retirement Portfolio

April 16, 2015 | Kay Ng

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) continues to be a growth story. It pays out a reliable, higher income each year and is…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Should You Buy Goldcorp Inc. Over Barrick Gold Corp.?

April 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) and Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) are Canada's two largest gold miners. Which is the best buy today?

Dividend Stocks

Cenovus Energy Inc.: Should Income Investors Buy, Sell, or Hold?

April 16, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) could be setting up for a big move. Here's why.

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: These 3 Great REITs Yield More Than 6%

April 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Looking for yield? Crombie Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CRR.UN), Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN), and Artis Real Estate Investment…

Bank Stocks

Is National Bank of Canada the Top Financial Stock to Buy Today?

April 16, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) could be one of the top performing stocks in the next few years, so here…

Energy Stocks

Penn West Petroleum Ltd.: This Stock Is Poised for a Massive Turnaround

April 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Here's why a small asset sale is a bigger deal for Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) than most investors realize.

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Should You Buy TransCanada Corporation Right Now?

April 16, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what income investors need to know before they buy TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP).

Are Canada’s Banks a Safe Haven From the Oil Crash?

April 16, 2015 | Matt Smith

Are Canadian banks like the Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) really…

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Consider Investing in Today

April 16, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW), and Thomson Reuters Corporation (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) represent three of the best…

Dividend Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc.’s Disappointing Results Suggest Trouble Ahead

April 16, 2015 | Doug Watt

Shaw Communications Inc.'s (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) decision to ignore the wireless business could hurt the company in an intensively competitive media landscape.

Dividend Stocks

Looking for Reliable Residential Real Estate Income?

April 16, 2015 | Kay Ng

Northern Property REIT (TSX:NPR.UN) and Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) offer good, reliable sources of residential real estate income.

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…

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