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An Instant Portfolio for Risk-Averse Investors

October 9, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why owning Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), Fortis Inc., (TSX:FTS), and Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) will help you sleep at night.

Investing

3 Reasons to Sell IGM Financial Inc.

October 9, 2014 | Nelson Smith

It's going to be tough to be an IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) shareholder going forward.

Bank Stocks

Buy Bank Stocks Like Warren Buffett

October 9, 2014 | Jacob Donnelly

By analyzing the price-to-book ratio and return on average assets of banks such as Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), Royal Bank…

Investing

Three Stocks for Your Long-Term Growth Portfolio

October 9, 2014 | Jacob Donnelly

Consider BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ), and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) for a portfolio that will flourish in…

Investing

4 Key Takeaways From The Jean Coutu Group Inc.’s Second-Quarter Report

October 9, 2014 | Joseph Solitro

Here are the four most important things you need to know about The Jean Coutu Group Inc.'s (TSX:PJC.A) second-quarter earnings.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd.: Don’t Try to Catch This Falling Knife

October 9, 2014 | Matt Smith

Little to no potential upside and growing macroeconmic instability make Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) a stock to avoid.

Investing

3 Reasons to Buy CAE Inc. Instead of Bombardier Inc.

October 9, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shares may look cheap, but CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) is still the better option.

Dividend Stocks

Is Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s Monster Dividend Yield Truly Sustainable?

October 8, 2014 | Matt Smith

Yes, Crescent Point Energy Corp.'s (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) generous dividend can be maintained despite softer oil prices.

Investing

Should Investors Be Worried About SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.?

October 8, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.’s (TSX:SNC) CEO said the company may shut down if it is charged with bribery. Here's what investors…

Tech Stocks

If You Don’t Buy Avigilon Corp. Now, You’ll Regret It Later

October 8, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Avigilon Corp. (TSX:AVO) shares have been hammered so far this year. That's created a buying opportunity.

Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal vs. Royal Bank of Canada: Which Is the Best Investment?

October 8, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Is Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) a better bet right now?

Dividend Stocks

Brookfield Asset Management Inc.: 1 Dividend Stock You Can Hold Forever

October 8, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) deserves a permanent spot in your portfolio.

Tech Stocks

2 Big Reasons to Avoid BlackBerry Ltd. and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

October 8, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) has had a great year so far, but there are still reasons to stay away.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Corp. Is a Golden Investment Opportunity

October 8, 2014 | Matt DiLallo

Silver might be the poor man’s gold, but Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) offers a truly promising investment opportunity.

Energy Stocks

Billionaire Carl Icahn Owns $670 Million of Talisman Energy Inc.; Should You Buy, Too?

October 8, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Is Icahn about to add to his fortune with Talisman Energy Inc. (TSX:TLM)(NYSE:TLM)?

Energy Stocks

Billionaire Ken Griffin Bought $62 Million of Canadian Natural Resources Limited; Should You Buy, Too?

October 8, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

The smart money is buying Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ).

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Avoid Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

October 8, 2014 | Nelson Smith

It could be tough going for Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) for the next little while.

Investing

The Problem With Canadian Pacific Railway Limited’s Valuation

October 8, 2014 | Deon Vernooy, CFA

The overhyped valuation of Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) could mean poor investment returns.

Investing

Is Quebecor Inc. Trading Its Print Division for Wireless Ambitions?

October 8, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Quebecor, Inc.'s (TSX:QBR.B) $316 million deal to sell some assets could pave the way for its national wireless service.

Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Reasons Gold’s Sell-Off Will Continue and How 3 Miners Will Profit Anyway

October 8, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG), Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) and Eldorado Gold Corp. (TSX:ELD)(NYSE:EGO) are positioned to profit even with low gold…

Investing

Canadian National Railway Company vs. Canadian Pacific Railway Limited: Which Is the Best Investment?

October 8, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Is Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) or Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) a better buy right now?

3 High-Yielding Dividend Payers to Buy Now

October 8, 2014 | Adam Mancini

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE: POT) offer huge, sustainable yields. Here's why.

Dividend Stocks

Is Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s Dividend Safe?

October 8, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

With oil prices falling by the day, should investors be worried about Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) dividend in the…

Energy Stocks

EnCana Corporation: How to Strike It Rich in the New Texas Oil Boom

October 8, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

EnCana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) is betting on the biggest oil play you've never heard of.

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Cameco Corporation Could Be the Breakout Stock of 2015

October 7, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Uranium is positioned for a quick revival. Here is why Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) could see a dramatic swing in its stock…

3 Diversified Dividend Stock Picks for Long-Term Investors

October 7, 2014 | Joseph Solitro

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), and Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) represent three of the best long-term, dividend-paying investment…

Dividend Stocks

3 Growing Dividends You Should Buy Today

October 7, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ), and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) may not have the highest yields, but they…

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Why Barrick Gold Corp. Shares Could Keep Plummeting

October 7, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) shares have fallen by 68% over the past three years. But more bad news could be…

Investing

Is Bombardier Inc. a Safe Investment?

October 7, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Will the CSeries program send shares of Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) higher or crash the company?

Bank Stocks

Are Canadian Housing Prices Set to Plunge 50%?

October 7, 2014 | Nelson Smith

If one author is right, you'll want to avoid Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG), Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM),…

Energy Stocks

3 Big Reasons to Buy Suncor Energy Inc.

October 7, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) shares have slumped in the last four months. But brighter days are ahead.

Tech Stocks

Billionaire Jim Simons Owns Westport Innovations Inc.; Should You Buy, Too?

October 7, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(NASDAQ:WPRT) could triple your money.

Investing

Should You Buy Canadian National Railway Company or Canadian Pacific Railway Limited?

October 7, 2014 | Jacob Donnelly

Between a weakening economy and expensive stocks, Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNI)(NYSE:CNR) and Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) may not…

Dividend Stocks

3 Massive Dividend Stocks Straight From the Oil Well

October 7, 2014 | Jacob Donnelly

Gain solid income from the dividends of Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), Bonterra Energy Corp. (TSX:BNE), and Baytex Energy Corp.…

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Yamana Gold Inc.

October 7, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) has a lot of room to run.

2 Dividend Stocks That Will Pay Off: The Bank of Nova Scotia and Cenovus Energy Inc.

October 7, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

October has seen equity markets correct, but should investors be worried? Here's why The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and…

Bank Stocks

2 Reasons Why Toronto-Dominion Bank Is Set to Outperform Its Peers

October 7, 2014 | Adam Mancini

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) has two major competitive advantages over its rivals that will serve to increase earnings and share price…

Dividend Stocks

Why TransCanada Corporation’s 3.3% Dividend Is Better Than Penn West Petroleum Ltd.’s 8.5% Dividend

October 7, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) may have a big payout, but TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is still the better bet.

Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation vs. Rogers Communications Inc.: Which One Should Be in Your Portfolio?

October 7, 2014 | Nelson Smith

It's the ultimate telecom face-off. Which should be in your portfolio -- Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) or Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI)?

Dividend Stocks

Your Instant 3-Stock Income Portfolio Pays 7%

October 7, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why the dividends are safe at Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE), and Crescent Point Energy…

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