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Metals and Mining Stocks

Barrick Gold Corporation vs. Goldcorp Inc.: Which Should You Buy?

September 15, 2014 | François Denault

Barrick Gold Corporation (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) may be on the road to recovery, but Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is still best of breed.

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2 Undervalued Financial Stocks

September 15, 2014 | Matt Smith

Looking for value in Canada's financial sector? Look no further than Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) and Manulife Financial Corp.…

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Talisman Energy Inc vs. Canadian Natural Resources: Which Belongs in Your Portfolio?

September 15, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Talisman Energy Inc (TSX:TLM)(NYSE:TLM) may look cheap, but Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) could be a better option.

Crescent Point Energy Corp Faces Intense Competition as it Seeks to Win Over Dividend Investors

September 15, 2014 | Matt DiLallo

Crescent Point Energy Corp’s (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) dividend might be twice the payout of E&P peers like ConocoPhillips (NYSE:COP) and Occidental Petroleum…

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2 Reasons to Avoid First Quantum Minerals Ltd, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

September 15, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

First Quantum Minerals Ltd (TSX:FM) has a track record like no other mining company in Canada. But there are still…

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Is This a Good Time to Start a Short-Term Strategy on Empire Company Limited?

September 15, 2014 | Cameron Conway

The Safeway merger is making Empire Company Limited’s (TSX: EMP.A) books look better than they should. How can investors benefit?

Dividend Stocks

Why Telus Corporation Is a Must-Have for Dividend Investors

September 15, 2014 | François Denault

Increasing dividend payments, market share gains, and best-in-class operating metrics make Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) a top contender for income investors.

Who Else Wants Monthly Dividend Income? These 4 Stocks Pay You 12 Times Per Year

September 15, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR), Enbridge Income Fund (TSX:ENF), RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), and Enerplus Corp (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) all deserve…

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How Will the Impending Oil Price Crunch Impact Crescent Point Energy Corp.?

September 15, 2014 | Matt Smith

Will the looming West Texas Intermediate price crunch impact Crescent Point Inc.'s (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) monster dividend yield?

Dividend Stocks

3 Truly Buy-and-Forget Dividend Stocks for Every Investor

September 15, 2014 | Matt Smith

Look no further than Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) for stocks to keep…

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3 Reasons to Buy EnCana Corporation

September 15, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

EnCana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) shares could easily deliver another 50%-plus return over the next 12 to 18 months. Here's why.

Dividend Stocks

TransCanada Corporation: 1 Dividend Stock for the Next 100 Years

September 15, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) could be cranking out dividends for the next century.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Never Buy Rental Property, and 2 REITs to Buy Instead

September 15, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Why owning Dream Office REIT (TSX:D.UN) and RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) beats owning a rental property hands down.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Could Silver Wheaton Corp. Hit $40?

September 15, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why the short-term pain might actually mean huge long-term gains for Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) investors.

Dividend Stocks

Book an Annual Tropical Vacation With the Returns From These 5 Dividend Stocks

September 15, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Let the The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC), Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (TSX:PEY), Royal…

Dividend Stocks

2 Reasons to Avoid Enbridge Inc. and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

September 15, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a very popular dividend stock in Canada, but there is a better option.

Why Investors Should Trade In Their Loonies for Dollarama Inc.

September 15, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Don’t underestimate Dollarama Inc. (TSX: DOL) and its double-digit sales growth last quarter.

Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy With an Extra $5,000

September 15, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why a $5,000 windfall could easily double when invested in Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT), Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE), and…

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When Is the Right Time to Buy SNC-Lavalin Group Inc?

September 15, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) has cut out its cancer and risen from scandal, with positive growth opportunities making it a…

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Billionaire D.E. Shaw Bought $27 Million of Potash Corp./Saskatchewan; Should You Buy, Too?

September 15, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Here's why the smart money is buying Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT).

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Buy Potash Corp./Saskatchewan, Agrium Inc., and Franco-Nevada Corporation to Profit From Russian Sanctions

September 12, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Franco-Nevada Gold Corp. (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV), Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT), and Agrium (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) could take business from Russian companies impacted by sanctions.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Buy Silver Wheaton Now to Cash In on the Silver Rally or Regret It Later

September 12, 2014 | Matt Smith

Bet like the pros on the impending rally in silver with Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW).

Dividend Stocks

5 Stocks With Growing Dividends for Income Appreciation

September 12, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Grow your income with Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX), Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP), Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), and TransForce…

4 Reasons Income Investors Should Buy Crescent Point Energy Corp. Right Now

September 12, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) will probably hike its 6.5% dividend even higher.

Bank Stocks

Which Bank Should You Choose: The Bank of Nova Scotia or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

September 12, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

There are three good reasons to prefer The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) over Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM).

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1 Simple Reason to Buy BlackBerry Ltd.

September 12, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX: BB)(NASDAQ: BBRY) is an interesting low-risk, high-reward setup.

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Which Canadian Miner Should You Buy?

September 12, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

We take a look at whether Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX), Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ), and First Quantum Minerals Limited (TSX:FM) are…

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Buy the Next Apple Inc.? 3 Prospects

September 12, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX), Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(NASDAQ:WPRT), and Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) deserve a spot in your portfolio.

Bank Stocks

3 Simple Reasons to Prefer Royal Bank of Canada Over Toronto-Dominion Bank

September 12, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two of the most popular stocks to own in Canada.…

Dividend Stocks

Nearing Retirement? Then These 3 Income Machines Should Be in Your Portfolio

September 12, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Why Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN), BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) should be in every income investor's…

Dividend Stocks

Is Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Suitable for Income Investors?

September 12, 2014 | Deon Vernooy, CFA

Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) keeps its dividend steady for now, but it remains to be seen whether it can sustain and…

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3 Reasons Why Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc. Should Merge

September 12, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is a merger made in heaven. Here's why.

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1 Important Reason Investors Should Keep Their Tim Hortons Inc. Shares

September 12, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Why investors should think twice about selling their Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX:THI)(NYSE:THI) shares right away.

Dividend Stocks

Your Instant Diversified Pipeline Portfolio for Reliable Dividend Growth

September 12, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), and Pembina Pipeline Corporation (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) offer long-term dividend growth.

Your Instant 3-Stock Dividend Growth Portfolio

September 11, 2014 | Matt Smith

Build a multisector dividend growth portfolio boasting a wide economic moat with The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Fortis Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Forget Tim Hortons Inc.; Buy These 3 Dividend Stocks Instead

September 11, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Sell your Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX:THI)(NYSE:THI) shares. Buy Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), and Royal Bank of Canada…

Dividend Stocks

Take a Break From Tech: Feast on Consistent Food Company Dividends

September 11, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

People have to eat and Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) are whetting the appetites of consumers and dividend…

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5 Reasons to Never Buy Investment Real Estate

September 11, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Don't buy rental properties. Buy H&R Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HR.UN), Dream Office REIT (TSX:D.UN), and RioCan Real Estate Investment…

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3 Stocks That Will Keep the Cash Flowing in Your Retirement

September 11, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU), Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX: CNQ)(NYSE: CNQ), and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) all have the characteristics that…

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2 Reasons to Hang Up on Rogers Communications Inc., and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

September 11, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Here's why investors should avoid Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) and buy Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX: SJR.B)(NYSE: SJR) if they want…

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