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3 Top Tech Stocks for 2016 and Beyond

Is your portfolio in need of a tech stock? If so, consider buying Thomson Reuters Corp. (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI), DH Corp. (TSX:DH),…

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3 Things Every TransCanada Corporation Investor Needs to Know About the Last Year

With 2015 coming to a close, it's time to recap the key events at TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and discuss what…

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Why Magna International Inc. Had a Turbulent Year and Where it’s Headed

Magna International Inc.’s fortunes (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) could turn around in 2016.

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Tech Stocks

Should Sierra Wireless, Inc. Be a Top Pick for 2016?

Here's why it might be time to buy Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

What Happened to Goldcorp Inc. in 2015?

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) had a rough year.

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Encana Corporation Has a New Plan for Dealing With Low Oil Prices

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) is on the ropes. Will its new plan be enough?

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Dividend Stocks

Give Yourself the Gift of Consistently Rising Dividends

Why shares of Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), and High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) are the best gift of…

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5 Reasons Why Dollarama Inc. Is Atop My Christmas List

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is at the top of my Christmas list for five reasons. Should it be at the top…

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Dividend Stocks

What Should Investors Do in a Falling Market?

Investors should review their risk tolerance and determine if their holdings are conforming to their portfolio goals. A falling market…

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A Year-End Tax Tip for High-Income Families

By using a special loan and investing in dividend-paying Canadian stocks such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), families can reduce or…

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Energy Stocks

Why TransCanada Corporation Shares Have Only 1 Way to Go in 2016

After its worst year in 16 years, TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is undervalued and has a solid growth trajectory. Here's what's…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks That Recently Hiked Their Dividends

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF), Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B), and Valener Inc. (TSX:VNR) recently hiked their dividends. Should you buy…

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Bombardier, Inc.: Be Prepared for This Company to Go to Zero

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) could go to zero. But if investors use the right strategy, the stock could be an interesting…

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Bank Stocks

Important Year-End Tax Tips for Canadian Retirees

Retirees have different ways of reducing taxes. Holding dividend-growth stocks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) in a TFSA is just…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce for 2016 and Beyond

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is one of my top stock picks for 2016 for three reasons. Is there…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Is Poised for Double-Digit Gains

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) has fallen 30% from its high. It is trading at a reasonable valuation, so Foolish…

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Dividend Stocks

It’s Time to Be Greedy With National Bank of Canada

The last time National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) was this cheap, shares were up 40% 15 months later.

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Dividend Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. Would Be Better Off Without its 8% Dividend

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) places a high priority on its dividend. That is bad for shareholders.

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Dividend Stocks

6 Reasons to Buy Dream Industrial Real Estate Invest Trst for the Holiday Season

Want a safe 9.2% yield? Dream Industrial Real Estate Invest Trst (TSX:DIR.UN) is a cheap REIT that has a balanced…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Toronto-Dominion Bank Is on My Christmas List

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is on my Christmas list for three reasons in particular. Should it be on yours, too?

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BCE Inc.: What to Expect in 2016

Here's what investors need to know about BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Which Is the Better Investment: Kinross Gold Corporation or Yamana Gold Inc.?

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) and Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) are both gold producers that have had a difficult year. Let’s…

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Should Investors Buy Manulife Financial Corp.?

Because of its strong growth in Asia, Canada, and the United States, plus its lucrative dividend, I believe investors should…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why I’m Finally Buying Teck Resources Ltd.

Teck Resources Ltd.'s (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) share price is sitting near an all-time low. With coal and copper markets poised to make…

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia: 2015 Year-End Review and 2016 Preview

Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) consistent earnings let the bank to continue to reward shareholders in the form of dividend…

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Investing

3 Top Insurance Stocks to Buy Today

Intact Financial Corporation (TSX:IFC), Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), and Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) are three of the market’s top insurance…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd.: Will 2016 Be the Year it Finally Gives Up on Smartphones?

Next year will be a deciding year for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY). It either has to have success selling smartphones or…

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Energy Stocks

Penn West Petroleum Ltd.: The Year in Review for 2015

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) has had a rough year and is now fighting for its very survival.

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Dividend Stocks

Why I Just Bought These Utilities

Looking for stable, growing income? I just bought Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) for a yield of close to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks Income Investors Should Own in 2016

Here's why RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) should be solid picks for 2016.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.’s Growth Plan Falling Apart?

Two big changes call Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.'s (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) ability to grow into question.

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Investing

Is it Time to Invest in Bombardier, Inc.?

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has certified the CS100, has the liquidity to manufacture it, and has orders to fill. Could this…

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Energy Stocks

OPEC May Have Sealed the Fate of Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) is trying to fend off a takeover bid from Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU). OPEC isn't…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd.: Big Upside for the High-Risk Investor

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) shares are down 60% this year, but there could be big upside if commodity prices stick…

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Don’t Overthink It. Just Buy Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd.

Don't overthink investing. Believe in Prem Watsa of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH). Watsa has grown shareholder money by 20%…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Hold in 2016

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) look like strong picks.

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Bank of Nova Scotia on the Post-Earnings Dip?

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) released fourth-quarter earnings on December 1, and its stock has reacted by falling over 2%.…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest in Canadian Dollars and Get American Income

Get safe and growing yields of 5-7% from utilities such as Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and one other.…

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Why Canadian National Railway Company’s Crude-By-Rail Growth May Not Be Over Yet

Crude by rail has been a headwind for Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) as of late, but there is reason…

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Will the Loonie Continue to Slide in 2016?

Companies such as Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS) stand to benefit from a weak loonie, which may continue to be weak well…

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