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Energy Stocks

3 Cheap Oil Stocks With the Potential to Soar in 2015

March 5, 2015 | Nelson Smith

When oil recovers, it's likely that Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (TSX:GTE), Pengrowth Energy Corp (TSX:PGF)(NYSE:PGH), and Athabasca Oil Corp (TSX:ATH)…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Investors Are Starting to Buy Gold Mining Stocks Again

March 5, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) CEO Chuck Jeannes is seeing some "green shoots of optimism." Does this mean gold stocks are poised…

Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc. vs. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce: Which Is a Better Dividend Bet?

March 5, 2015 | Andrew Walker

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are solid long-term holdings, but one is more attractive right…

Bank Stocks

Does the Recent Weakness in Bank of Nova Scotia Represent a Buying Opportunity?

March 5, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) released first-quarter earnings on March 3, and its stock has reacted by falling over 2.5%.…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Consider Buying TransForce Inc.

March 5, 2015 | Doug Watt

Trucking company TransForce Inc. (TSX:TFI) increases profits as acquisitions pay off.

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Any Stock Yielding More Than 6%

March 5, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) both yield more than 6%. There are better options.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Billionaire Ray Dalio Made Potash Corp./Saskatchewan One of His Top Holdings. Should You?

March 5, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Why did Ray Dalio choose now to initiate a large position in Potash./Corp Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT), and what does it say…

Energy Stocks

Why American Oil Storage Capacity Is Near a Breaking Point

March 5, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

The U.S. is running out of room to store oil. So, if you're thinking of buying Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU)…

Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Investors Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank or Royal Bank of Canada?

March 5, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) just reported strong earnings, but one is a better pick…

Energy Stocks

How to Overweight Your Portfolio for an Oil Comeback (and Avoid Gambler’s Ruin)

March 5, 2015 | Jonathan Chevreau

The first thing to consider is whether your portfolio has sufficient energy exposure.

The Top 10 Dividend Growth Stocks in Canada

March 4, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Don't skip over stocks like Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSEMKT:IMO), and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) because of…

Investing

CSeries Maiden Flight a Success; Is it Time to Buy Bombardier Inc?

March 4, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

If Bombardier Inc (TSX:BBD.B) can finish the year strong and secure more buyers for its CSeries, 2016 may turn out…

Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Bought 8.4 Million Shares of Restaurant Brands International Inc: Should You Buy Too?

March 4, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Warren Buffett is backing up the truck on Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

Tech Stocks

What Does BlackBerry Ltd.’s Leap Phone Mean for the Company?

March 4, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) unveils the Leap phone. How should shareholders react?

Bank Stocks

Home Capital Group Inc.: Be Careful With This Stock

March 4, 2015 | Nelson Smith

On the surface, Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) seems like a terrific buy. Here's why you need to dig a…

3 Reasons to Buy Franco-Nevada Corporation Instead of a Large Miner

March 4, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Even though they seem more expensive, Franco-Nevada Corporation (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV) shares are a better bet.

Energy Stocks

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Isn’t Getting Acquired: You Should Buy Anyway

March 4, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Are you holding out hope that Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) gets acquired? Here's why I think it's not going…

Dividend Stocks

Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. vs. Bank of Nova Scotia: Which Is Best for Dividend Investors?

March 4, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Both Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are great long-term holdings, but one is a better…

Tech Stocks

Why Westport Innovations Inc. Shares Could Plummet in Less Than a Week

March 4, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(Nasdaq:WPRT) has stayed silent, as its business prospects have worsened. Its silence will be broken when it…

Energy Stocks

1 Critical Fact Americans Don’t Understand About the Keystone XL Pipeline

March 4, 2015 | Matt DiLallo

In the debate about TransCanada Corporation’s (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) Keystone XL pipeline, many Americans fail to grasp the fact that the oil…

Bank Stocks

Why You Should Pay Up for Toronto-Dominion Bank Instead of Buying Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

March 4, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) may seem more expensive than Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM). You should still opt for TD.

Investing

Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.’s Fresh Brazilian Bet: What You Need to Know

March 3, 2015 | Neha Chamaria

Interesting insight into why Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) is planning to acquire a stake in a Brazil-based company.

Dividend Stocks

Should You Own Husky Energy Inc. or Cenovus Energy Inc. When Oil Recovers?

March 3, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Every investor wants to position themselves to take advantage of the oil recovery, but which is the better choice: Husky…

Energy Stocks

This Is the Number One Most Overlooked Reason to Buy Suncor Energy Inc.

March 3, 2015 | Adam Mancini

Management quality is absolutely essential when evaluating a stock. With Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) CEO Steven Williams, your hard-earned capital…

Can First Quantum Minerals Actually Reach its Recent Price Targets?

March 3, 2015 | Cameron Conway

First Quantum Minerals (TSX:FM) is facing a flurry of circumstances and analysts are all over the place.

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy the Bank of Nova Scotia Today

March 3, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) reported underwhelming results for the first quarter of 2015. That said, the shares are…

Bank Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada Surpasses Toronto-Dominion Bank as Canada’s Largest Bank

March 3, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) has surpassed Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) to become the largest bank in the country. Is RBC…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Corp.: Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold?

March 3, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) just closed a big gold deal. Here's why I think the stock is headed lower.

Investing

One Important Lesson From Warren Buffett

March 3, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.A)(NYSE:BRK.B) released its much anticipated annual shareholder letter this weekend. Warren Buffett made this 50th edition a…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Barrick Gold Corporation vs. Bombardier Inc.: Which Is a Better Turnaround Bet?

March 3, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corporation (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) are risky bets, but one might actually be worth a shot right…

3 Monthly Dividend Stocks Yielding Up to 9.2%

March 3, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Medical Facilities Corp (TSX:DR), Crescent Point Energy Corp (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), and Student Transportation Inc (TSX:STB)(NASDAQ:STB) are some of my favourite income…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Reasons to Buy and Hold Canadian Pacific Railway Limited

March 3, 2015 | Robert Baillieul

Here's why I love Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP).

Energy Stocks

Should You Be a Long-Term Buyer of EnCana Corporation Today?

March 3, 2015 | Joseph Solitro

EnCana Corporation’s (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) stock has taken a hit since it released fourth-quarter earnings on February 25. Should you buy on…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Apple Inc. Could Cause Canada’s Gold Miners to Surge in 2015

March 3, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has changed the world in many ways. Could it affect the gold sector next? Here's how Goldcorp…

Tech Stocks

Mitel Networks Corp. Is on the Acquisition Trail Again: Time to Buy?

March 3, 2015 | Doug Watt

Mitel Networks Corp (TSX:MNW)(NASDAQ:MITL) reported record earnings and acquired major assets. Is it time to buy?

Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry’s Ltd’s Smartphone Market Share Doesn’t Matter Anymore

March 3, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) accounted for just 0.4% of smartphone shipments last year. Here's why investors shouldn't care.

What Will Happen to Eldorado Gold Corp in Greece?

March 2, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

After another setback on Monday, the future for Eldorado Gold Corp (TSX:ELD)(NYSE:EGO) in Greece is in jeopardy.

Energy Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp Is the Best Way to Bet on an Energy Rebound

March 2, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Even if the oil price recovers, the news could get a lot worse before it gets better. With that in…

Bank Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada: Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold?

March 2, 2015 | Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before buying Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada Corporation After the Keystone Decision

March 2, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

TransCanada Corporation's (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) Keystone XL pipeline is likely going to be rejected. After that happens, you should buy the shares.

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