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3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada Corporation and its 4.7% Dividend

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) pays out one of Canada's most reliable dividends. And somehow it's yielding 4.7%.

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2 Top Dividend Picks for Long-Term Investors

Here's why investors should be scooping up Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) right now.

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Energy Stocks

Inside Baytex Energy Corp.’s Awful Week

A look at what caused Baytex Energy Corp.’s (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) 34% plunge last week.

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How to Review Your Portfolio in a Falling Market: Part 1

A falling market is a reminder for us to review our portfolios. Should we buy Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) shares and…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Buy Barrick Gold Corp. for Long-Term Growth

With gold prices starting to rise, an investment in a gold producer like Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) not only keeps…

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Energy Stocks

Does the Latest Collapse in Oil Signal the End of Investments in Canada’s Oil Sands?

The bleak outlook continues to hit the oil sands industry hard, but established integrated energy companies such as Husky Energy…

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The Case for Buying Teck Resources Ltd.

While many analysts are bearish on Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) thanks to its 66% decline this year alone, is there…

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Dividend Stocks

After Baytex Energy Corp. Halted its Dividend, Who’s Next?

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), Surge Energy Inc. (TSX:SGY), and Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) could all follow Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE)…

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Investing

Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. a Buy on Recent Acquisition News?

Buying Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) on its acquisition news is a smart investment because often when it buys new…

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Energy Stocks

Income Investors Beware: These 3 Dividends Are Ripe to Get Cut

Like consistent dividends? Then be careful with Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE), Student Transportation Inc. (TSX:STB)(NASDAQ:STB), and IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM).

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2 Value Stocks Near 52-Week Lows Worth Buying

Why AutoCanada Inc. (TSX:ACQ) and Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) look attractive at current prices.

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why Oil Production Hasn’t Collapsed

Companies like Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), and Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) show why oil…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

4 Turnaround Opportunities for Outsized Gains

If you're looking for turnaround opportunities, check out Dominion Diamond Corp. (TSX:DDC)(NYSE:DDC), Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK), and others. But which…

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Why Investors Should Turn to Quebec in Tough Economic Times

Here's why Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) are safe places to hide right now.

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Energy Stocks

Is Canadian Solar Inc. a Buy Following the 18% Earnings-Induced Sell-Off?

Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:CSIQ) released second-quarter earnings on August 18, and its stock reacted by falling over 18%. Should you…

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Tech Stocks

Buy Amaya Inc. for the Growth Potential

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA) continues to grow, surpassing expectations and turning its focus to casino games and sport betting.

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Why the Federal Election Could Be Very Good News for Bombardier Inc.

Depending on the outcome of the federal election, Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) could be in line to receive federal bailout money.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Things You Need to Know About Crescent Point Energy Corp. and its New Dividend

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has just cut its dividend by more than 50%. What do you need to know…

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Why Sun Life Financial Inc. Could Hit $49

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) is firing on all cylinders, and the stock is real cheap.

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Can Bombardier Inc. Pull out of its Downward Spiral?

Here's what investors need to know about Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) right now.

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Energy Stocks

Should Dividend-Stripped Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. and Crescent Point Energy Corp. Still Be in Your Portfolio?

Both Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) and Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) have had dividends slashed because of low oil…

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Energy Stocks

3 Key Areas That Suncor Energy Inc. Has Vastly Improved

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) CEO Steven Williams updates investors on the progress it's making in its three key focus areas.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Brookfield Asset Management and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. on Acquisition News

Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) announced the acquisition of a large railroad and port company…

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Value Investors: 3 Stocks to Buy Right Now

Are you looking for a value play? If so, SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC), RONA Inc. (TSX:RON), and Open Text Corporation…

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: 2 Easy Ways to Supercharge Your Dividends

Learn how to goose your income from stocks like Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI)…

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Is Canadian Pacific Railway Limited a Safe Investment?

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is a great long-term holding, but headwinds are threatening to derail the four-year rally.

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Dividend Stocks

Are the 10%+ Dividends From Baytex Energy Corp. and Surge Energy Inc. Sustainable?

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and Surge Energy Inc. (TSX:SGY) both have big dividends. How long will they last?

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Energy Stocks

Is Canada on the Verge of a Recession?

Falling oil prices, a deflating housing bubble, and crumbling balance sheets at banks, such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal…

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Dividend Stocks

Which of Canada’s Big 3 Telecoms Is the Best Long-Term Buy Today?

Does Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), or BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) represent the best long-term buy today?

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Dividend Stocks

Is it Finally Time to Plant Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. in Your Dividend Portfolio?

Here's why Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) is looking attractive at the current price.

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The Big 5 Banks: What Returns Can You Expect From Them Today?

Interested in adding Canadian banks to your portfolio? Here are the yields and expected returns from Royal Bank of Canada…

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The Falling Loonie Sends Consumers Food Shopping

A falling loonie is boosting the bottom line for Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd: Why This Fallen Angel Is Doomed

Growing headwinds and the commodities crunch make Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) a falling knife that every investor should avoid.

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How Does Canada’s Federal Election Affect TransCanada Corporation?

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) has been in the centre of some important political debates. What effect does this election have on…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Help You Retire Early

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are solid picks right now.

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Energy Stocks

Will Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Survive $40 Oil?

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) has made some smart moves with oil's recent decline. But will it be enough to…

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Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless Inc. vs. BlackBerry Ltd. in the War of the Internet of Things

If you are a believer in the potential for the Internet of Things, you should consider buying both BlackBerry Ltd.…

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3 Top Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years

Looking for stable, growing dividends from top companies that are priced right? Check out Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Brookfield Renewable Energy…

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Could Metro Inc.’s Q3 Earnings Beat Support a Rally to New All-Time Highs?

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) released better-than-expected third-quarter earnings on August 12, and its stock reacted by making a slight move higher.…

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Energy Stocks

Crude Oil Prices Unlikely to Recover Until 2nd Half of Next Year

Analysts lower price targets on drilling companies, including Precision Drilling Corporation (TSX:PD) and Ensign Energy Services Inc. (TSX:ESI) over fears…

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