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One Critical Reason to Avoid Bombardier Inc., and One Stock to Buy Instead

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) got some much-needed good news late last week. But this is still a stock to avoid.

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Energy Stocks

1 Simple Reason I’ll Never Invest a Dime in Canada’s Power Generators

Why investors in Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU), Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) should keep a close eye on…

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An Instant 3-Stock Income Portfolio for Retirees

Here's why Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU), BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are safe picks for a…

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3 Reasons to Buy Rona Inc. and 1 Huge Reason to Stay Away

Should investors buy Rona Inc. (TSX:RON)? Perhaps, but there's a huge elephant in the room.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

4 Reasons to Avoid Silver Wheaton Corp.

These four factors may negatively impact Silver Wheaton Corp.'s (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) performance.

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Energy Stocks

Why You Should Hold on to EnCana Corporation

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) just made a huge acquisition. Here’s what you need to know about the deal and how it…

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada Corporation

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) has a lot of upside ahead.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Defensive Dividend Champions to Shield Your Portfolio Against an Economic Downturn

Shield your portfolio from an economic downturn with the Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE: BNS), Enbridge Inc. (TSX: ENB)(NYSE: ENB),…

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why Uranium Prices Will Continue to Surge

Investors should take a serious look at Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) as a way to bet on uranium.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Agrium Inc. and Fortis Inc. Belong in Your Retirement Portfolio

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) offer the right blend of yield, dividend growth, and safety.

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Tech Stocks

Will Quarterly Results and a New Phone Get Investors Interested in BackBerry Ltd Again?

BackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) vs. Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) is like Edison vs. Tesla all over again.

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Energy Stocks

Does Encana Corporation’s Takeover of Athlon Energy Inc. Make it a Buy?

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) announced a major acquisition today. Does it make the stock a buy?

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Inc. vs. TransCanada Corporation: Which Is the Best Investment?

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are both great companies, but one is a much better buy right now.

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Bank Stocks

4 Big Reasons to Buy The Bank of Nova Scotia Right Now

Here's why The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) offers growth investors a unique opportunity right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

5 Reasons to Place a Contrarian Bet on Cameco Corporation

Here's why Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) could be the most profitable bet a contrarian investor will make in the next 10…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Stay Away From Teck Resources Ltd.

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is trading near a 52-week low. But don't be tempted -- the shares may still be…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Champions for Uncertain Times

Weather uncertain markets with a steadily growing dividend income stream from Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS).

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1 Big Reason to Avoid Suncor Energy Inc., and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) shares have sunk 15% since June. But there are still better opportunities.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Billionaire George Soros Bought $18 Million of Yamana Gold Inc.; Should You Buy, Too?

Is Yamana Gold (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) about to hit $10?

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Investing

Finally Some Good News for Bombardier Inc.

Bombardier Inc’s (TSX:BBD.B) plagued CSeries gets a much-needed boost in orders.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.’s 4% Dividend Could Keep Surging

Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.’s (TSX:POT)(NYSE: POT) dividend is up 950% since January 2011. Here’s why it could keep heading higher.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Can Goldcorp Inc.’s Stock Hit $50?

Using history as a lesson, here is what it will take for Goldcorp Inc.'s (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) stock to double.

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Dividend Growth Stocks for Volatile Times

Weather market volatility and be rewarded with a steadily growing income stream by investing in Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and BCE…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Reasons Goldcorp Inc. Is a Solid Dividend-Paying Gold Play

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is poised to generate potentially greater shareholder returns with new growth projects.

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons to Be Pessimistic About BlackBerry Ltd.’s Passport

There is a lot of hype surrounding Blackberry Ltd's (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) Passport phablet. But you should temper your expectations.

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Dividend Stocks

The Top 3 Dividend Payers in the S&P/TSX 60 Index

Penn West Petroleum Ltd (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE), Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), and Canadian Oil Sands Ltd (TSX:COS) pay the largest dividends…

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Tech Stocks

Could BlackBerry Ltd. Really Hit $30?

Read this if you are considering buying shares of BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY).

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Why Manulife Financial Corp. Is the Best Way to Profit From Rising Rates

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) has more upside than competitors when rates rise.

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Dividend Stocks

Create Your Own Pension Plan With These 3 Monthly Dividend Payers

Looking for retirement income? Why Crescent Point Energy Corp (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR), and Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust…

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Dividend Stocks

Which Pipeline Operator Should Dividend Investors Buy?

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA), and TransCanada Corp. (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) all have seemingly great dividends. But one option stands…

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Dividend Stocks

The 5 Dividend Stocks You Can Own Forever

George Weston Limited (TSX:WN), Brookfield Asset Managements (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM), Enbridge, Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), and Canadian Pacific Railway…

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3 Reasons to Buy Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is in a position to grow substantially. Be ready for when that happens.

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Invest in Royal Bank of Canada Today

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) can provide both growth and dividend income, making for an incredible long-term investment opportunity.

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Why Parkland Fuel Corp Is the Best Energy Stock You’ve Never Heard Of

A quest to double EBITDA by 2016, a steady stream of acquisitions and a 4.99% yield is setting up Parkland…

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Bank Stocks

Why a Sustained Market Correction Is Due and How to Beat it

Beat the looming market correction by investing in the Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and the…

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The Lifetime Investment Stock I’d Buy With $8,000

Here's why I would invest an $8,000 windfall in Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) right now.

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Bank Stocks

3 Big Reasons to Avoid Royal Bank of Canada and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is performing well but there is a lower-risk option in the sector with great growth…

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Energy Stocks

The Only 3 Oil Stocks You’ll Ever Need for a Diversified Energy Portfolio

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ), Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Parex Resources Ltd. (TSX:PXT) stand above the rest as…

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Attention Investors: Saputo Inc. Shares Are on Sale

Is it time to stock up on Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) shares?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Reasons to Avoid Kinross Gold Corporation, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) shares may appear cheap, but there are better options out there.

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