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Westport Innovations Could Be the Best Investment You Make All Year

June 4, 2014 | Nelson Smith

If you believe in the story, this is a terrific entry point for Westport Innovations.

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3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada

June 4, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

It has all the characteristics a dividend investor should be looking for.

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Is Valeant’s Big Offer for Allergan Big Enough?

June 4, 2014 | Deon Vernooy, CFA

Or is Valeant set to offer even more?

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3 Secure Dividend Stocks Yielding Up to 4.1%

June 4, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

You can count on these dividends through thick and thin.

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3 Reasons to Avoid Barrick Gold

June 4, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Its shares may look cheap, but this is still a bet not worth making.

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One Railroad Stock to Buy and One to Avoid

June 4, 2014 | Justin K. Lacey

We look at which railroad is most, and least, likely to deliver market-beating returns over the next five years.

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What Investors Should Know About Bank of Nova Scotia’s Latest Results

June 4, 2014 | Justin K. Lacey

Despite a few second-quarter surprises, Bank of Nova Scotia may be an ideal, low risk approach for investors to gain…

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Goldcorp’s Strategy Could Lead to Riches for Investors

June 4, 2014 | Matt Smith

It looks like Goldcorp is preparing to make more acquisitions. What does it mean for investors?

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2 Small Caps With Amazing Potential

June 4, 2014 | Matt Smith

These two oil players are significantly undervalued. Here's what investors don't realize.

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Is Your Gold Company Making the Right Moves?

June 4, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Change is afoot in the gold industry -- what are gold mining companies doing to stay ahead of the curve?

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Which Technology Company Belongs in Your Portfolio?

June 4, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

There are few technology companies in Canada to choose from, but these three are worth considering.

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3 Retailers for Your Portfolio

June 4, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canada's retail sector is showing some instability, but these three stocks will keep you on track.

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4 Energy Stocks Hitting 52-Week Highs; Can They Keep Going Up?

June 4, 2014 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These energy stocks are on the upswing -- now may be a good time to add them to your portfolio.

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Can These Airlines Help Your Portfolio Soar?

June 4, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Are Canadian carriers worth the trip for investors?

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Are Canada’s Top 5 Banks Making Risky Bets?

June 3, 2014 | Matt Smith

Limited domestic opportunities are forcing the top five to re-evaluate growth strategies -- but just how risky are they?

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Should Investors Sell These 3 High-Flying Stocks?

June 3, 2014 | Nelson Smith

Investors have done very well with these three stocks. Is it time to sell, or will they go up further?

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1 Reason to Buy This Oil Sands Champion

June 3, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

This stock is a cash machine.

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4 Top Dividend Growth Stocks Yielding up to 4.7%

June 3, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Growing dividends are a vote of confidence in a stock's underlying business.

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Is Now the Time to Buy Talisman?

June 3, 2014 | Matt Smith

Bad news for this global oil explorer and producer could represent an opportunity for investors.

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3 Turnarounds in the Patch: Which Is the Best Bet?

June 3, 2014 | Matt Smith

These three oil companies have seen success with their turnaround strategies. Which one should you choose?

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3 Top Stocks in British Columbia

June 3, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Telecoms, heavy-duty equipment, and natural gas engines keep investors' pockets as green as the province's forests.

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5 Reasons to Invest in Bank of Nova Scotia

June 3, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Bank of Nova Scotia's partnerships, growth strategy, and asset base are all worth a closer look.

These 2 Companies Have Returned 16% per Year for 20 Years

June 3, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

With a track record like that, both of these companies deserve consideration for your portfolio.

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Which Precious Metals Stock Is Right for Your Portfolio?

June 3, 2014 | Michael Ugulini

Precious metals are alluring, but will they add value to your portfolio?

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Why Thomson Reuters Shares Could Fly to $45

June 3, 2014 | Brian Pacampara, CFA

Does this analyst make a good case? Or is it just more noise from Bay Street?

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3 Champions From the Patch Yielding Over 6%

June 3, 2014 | Matt Smith

The oil patch is turning into a huge source of wealth for income-hungry investors.

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Which Utility Belongs in Your Portfolio?

June 3, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

It should be one of Canada's most stable industries. But not all utilities pay dividends you can count on.

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Does Canada’s Oil Sands Industry Make Economic Sense?

June 3, 2014 | Matt Smith

Lower-than-expected development costs for oil sands projects don't tell the full story regarding the industry's vulnerability to price shocks and…

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Should Investors Continue to Forgive Bombardier?

June 2, 2014 | Nelson Smith

In the wake of major issues, investors are dumping shares of Bombardier. Is it a buy at these depressed levels?

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You’ll Never Guess Which TSX Stock Has the Fastest-Growing Dividend

June 2, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

This company has increased its quarterly dividend 2,200% over the last decade.

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4 High-Yield Stocks Paying up to 8.2%

June 2, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

These companies have yields of 5.7% ... 6.6% ... even 8.2%!

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This Stock Has Increased its Dividend for 18 Years Straight

June 2, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Since 1995, this company's dividend has increased almost 15-fold.

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3 Top Stocks in Alberta

June 2, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Oil, pipelines, and telecommunications all offer strong opportunities to investors.

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2 Stocks to Watch This Week

June 2, 2014 | Deon Vernooy, CFA

What will the quarterly results bring for Saputo and Hudson's Bay Company?

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The Best Way to Bet on U.S. Banking

June 2, 2014 | Benjamin Sinclair

It's a sector with some attractive opportunities. But what's better: a Canadian bank with U.S. operations, or an American bank?

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6 Dividend Champions Yielding Up to 4.2%

June 2, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

For yield-thirsty investors, these stocks stand out like an income oasis in today's dividend desert.

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Top Stocks for June

June 2, 2014 | Motley Fool Staff

We asked our contributors to pick their favourite Canadian stocks to buy this month. Here are their top ideas.

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3 Stocks Trading at 52-Week Lows: Is Now the Time to Buy?

June 2, 2014 | Cameron Conway

Vicwest, First Majestic Silver, and Just Energy Group have hit 52-week lows. Could this be the perfect time to invest?

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What Investors Need to Know About Canadian Crude

June 2, 2014 | Matt Smith

Understanding Canadian crude production is key when investing in the patch.

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This Blue Chip Stock Has Increased its Dividend 360%

June 2, 2014 | Robert Baillieul

Don't skip over this stock because of its meagre 2.2% yield.

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