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WestJet Airlines Ltd. Soars Through its Second Quarter

August 1, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Revenues and load factors are up for WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA), and some new expansions are on the horizon.

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Top Stock Picks for August

August 1, 2014 | Motley Fool Staff

We asked our contributors to pick their favourite Canadian stocks to buy this month. Among their top picks: Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU), Rogers…

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Is Pretium Resources Inc the Next Mining Takeover Target?

August 1, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Mining deals have surged this year and now rumours are circling over who could be the next takeover target. Will…

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Why Are Shares of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc Plunging?

August 1, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Should you be buying shares of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX)?

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What Does Argentina’s Debt Default Mean for Canadian Investors?

August 1, 2014 | Matt Smith

Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) and Crescent Point Energy Corp (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) are still solid bets.

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5 Reasons to Consider Power Corporation of Canada for Your Portfolio

August 1, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) has fundamental strength to offer income investors.

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4 Reasons I Prefer Investing in Silver to Gold

August 1, 2014 | Matt Smith

Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA)(NYSE:PAAS), First Majestic Silver Corp (TSX:FR)(NYSE:AG), and Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) are all more promising options…

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3 Reasons to Stay Away From Barrick Gold Corp

August 1, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) may not be as much of a bargain as it looks. Luckily, there are better options.

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3 Key Takeaways From Intact Financial Corporation’s Q2 Earnings

July 31, 2014 | François Denault

Intact FInancial Corporation (TSX:IFC), Canada's largest property and casualty insurance company, released its second-quarter results yesterday. Here are three takeaways…

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5 Top Energy Stocks Gushing Dividends

July 31, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Suncor Energy Inc., Encana Corporation, Crescent Point Energy Corp., Vermillion Energy Inc., and Enerplus Corporation are all high yielders to…

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3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Tire Corporation Limited

July 31, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

What makes Canadian Tire Corporation Limited such a great candidate for your portfolio?

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Should You Buy Canadian Stocks That Pay U.S. Dollar Dividends?

July 31, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Investors can take advantage of the weak Canadian dollar to get some extra gains from Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc.,…

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Why Manitoba Telecom Services Inc Could Be the Next to Be Acquired

July 31, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Looking to buy the next telecom that may be acquired? Why Manitoba Telecom Services Inc might be your best bet.

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4 Core Holdings for Canadian Income Investors

July 31, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Telus Corporation, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Canadian Oil Sands Limited, and Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. all offer consistent, growing income.

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Is Canada Really Headed for a Housing Market Crash?

July 31, 2014 | Matt Smith

Many indicators show that Canadian housing is overvalued. How likely is a housing market crash, and how severe could it…

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Is the Thomson Reuters Corporation Turnaround Story Real?

July 31, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Thomson Reuters Corporation just increased its dividend and announced a new share buyback plan. Is it time to believe in…

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TransAlta Corporation vs. Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.: Which Should You Buy?

July 31, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Both of these diversified energy companies have high dividend yields, but one of them looks like a better investment.

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2 Under-the-Radar Stocks Offering Consistent Returns: Granite Real Estate Trust and TransForce Inc.

July 31, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Granite Real Estate Trust and TransForce Inc. have strong growth strategies in place.

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3 Dividends More Reliable Than Rental Income

July 31, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Fortis Inc., Thomson Reuters Corporation, and Tim Hortons Inc. are all strong dividend payers.

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Consider First Majestic Silver Corp. and Goldcorp Inc. for Your Portfolio

July 31, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

These two mining companies seeing good results in 2014.

What Does Penn West Petroleum Ltd.’s Accounting Probe Mean for Investors?

July 31, 2014 | Matt Smith

More bad news for this intermediate oil producer sees its share price fall off a cliff -- is now the…

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Royal Bank of Canada vs. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce: Which Belongs in Your Portfolio?

July 31, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

The banks certainly have plenty of differences. So which one is worthy of your investment dollars?

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Earnings Preview: Can TransCanada Corporation Deliver for Shareholders?

July 31, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

What to look for when the company reports earnings today.

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Why Now Is the Time to Buy Barrick Gold Corp.

July 31, 2014 | Matt Smith

Now is the time to make a bet on gold by investing in the world's largest gold miner.

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3 Reasons Rogers Communications Inc. Belongs in Your Portfolio

July 31, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Its share price has lagged recently, but there are reasons to be optimistic.

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What to Expect When Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. Reports This Week

July 31, 2014 | François Denault

Fairfax Financial Holdings is scheduled to report its second quarter earnings this Thursday. What should investors know?

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3 Bank Stocks With a 150-Year Dividend History

July 31, 2014 | Andrew Walker

Long-term investing takes on a whole new meaning with these dividend growth stocks.

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Earnings Preview: Can Imperial Oil Limited Deliver for Shareholders?

July 31, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Here's what to expect when the company reports earnings today.

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Earnings Preview: What to Expect When Enbridge Inc. Reports Tomorrow

July 31, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Can Enbridge deliver for shareholders this quarter?

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Penn West Shares Tank; Should You Buy on Weakness?

July 30, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Penn West investors got another piece of bad news today. Is this finally the bottom?

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6 Stocks to Profit From Canada’s Energy Potential

July 30, 2014 | Matt DiLallo

From the oil sands to LNG, Canada’s energy industry is booming. Here’s how to invest in the boom.

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What to Expect When Cameco Reports Earnings Tomorrow

July 30, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Can Cameco finally turn things around?

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Brookfield’s Bet on Natural Gas Storage Could Pay Off in the Long Term

July 30, 2014 | Matt DiLallo

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners is buying a natural gas storage facility in California from Buckeye Partners as it continues to increase…

Key Takeaways From George Weston Ltd’s Q2 Earnings

July 30, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Was this quarter a win, or are profits still stuck in the check-out aisle?

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2 Reasons to Buy Bank of Nova Scotia

July 30, 2014 | Matt Smith

Recent acquisitions continue to make this top five bank a must-have for any long-term investor.

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First Quantum Minerals vs. Mountain Province Diamonds: Which Belongs in Your Portfolio?

July 30, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

The strategic initiatives of these two companies offer potential opportunities for investors.

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3 Little-Known Dividend-Paying Industrial Stocks

July 30, 2014 | Leia Klingel

Finning International, Toromont Industries, and Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers offer investors exposure to the improving global economy and pay healthy dividends.

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Billionaire Ken Griffin’s Top 4 Canadian Stock Picks: Encana, BlackBerry, PotashCorp, Barrick Gold

July 30, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Ken Griffin is buying these stocks. Should you?

3 Large Caps Delivering Stellar Results

July 30, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

These 3 companies have had recent results encouraging to investors

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What Does Talisman Energy’s Q2 Loss Mean for Investors?

July 30, 2014 | Matt Smith

Is it really as bad as it appears at Talisman?

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