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Which of Canada’s Energy Companies Will Be the First to Recover?

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO) and Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) all had predictably weak Q1 results. Which…

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Is This the Right Time to Buy Canadian National Railway Company?

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has pulled back in the past three months. Here's what investors need to know before…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Can We Really Trust Barrick Gold Corp.?

Shareholder activist J.R. Sauder talks about executive compensation at Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and why he sees value in McEwen…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Simple Reasons to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

When it comes to picking a bank for your portfolio, it's best to keep the process simple. Here's why I…

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Energy Stocks

Is the Worst Over for Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.?

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.'s (TSX:COS) Q1 2015 earnings were low because of weak oil prices, but there are several operational…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Oversold Dividend Stocks for Long-Term Investors

Here's why Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) are on sale right now.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Pay Your Utility Bills With Utility Dividends

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA), and Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU) offer an average yield of 3.5% and are the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Yamana Gold Inc. the Top Stock Under $5 to Buy Today?

Yamana Gold Inc.’s (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) stock has fallen about 5% since it released first-quarter earnings on April 28. Should you buy…

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Bank Stocks

The 3 Biggest Headwinds Facing Toronto-Dominion Bank

Canadian banks are entering a period of unprecedented risk, and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is no different. Find out the three…

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Energy Stocks

Why Penn West Petroleum Ltd.’s Financial Position Remains Precarious

Despite the positive news regarding recent asset dispositions, Penn West Petroleum Ltd.'s (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) outlook remains poor.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc. Is Beating Rogers Communications Inc. in Wireless Wars

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) battle it out for wireless customers. Who will come out on top?

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Stocks for Beginners

How a 90-Year-Old Woman Amassed a $21 Million Fortune (And How You Can, Too)

Boring, old fashioned dividend stocks—like Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO), Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI), and the Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS)—can…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Why Kevin O’Leary Would Never Buy a Mining Stock

Companies like Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) are certainly off Mr. O'Leary's radar.

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Investing

Should You Invest in Canada’s Most Hated Companies?

Both Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Just Energy Group Inc. (TSX:JE)(NYSE:JE) are among Canada's most hated companies. Here's why…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Investors Buy Silver Wheaton Corp.?

Because of its predictable business model, Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is a worthy buy. It buys silver and gold low…

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Bank Stocks

3 Alarming Facts About Alberta’s Housing Market

Avoid the fallout from the oil rout and its impact on Alberta's housing market with Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

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Energy Stocks

Is Encana Corporation Really Worth $18 Per Share?

One analyst recently upgraded shares of Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) and gave it a US$18 price target.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Big Dividends for Income-Seeking Retirees

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) are solid picks for income investors.

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Is Now the Right Time to Buy Cenovus Energy Inc.?

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) released first-quarter earnings on April 29 and its stock has reacted by falling over 2%. Should…

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Dividend Stocks

How a 90-Year-Old Janitor Made $8 Million in the Stock Market

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH), and Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) deserve a permanent place…

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Bank Stocks

Why Bank of Montreal Is Insulated From the Real Estate Bubble

Canada's housing market is in an undeniable bubble and currently at record highs. Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is a safe…

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Will Bombardier Inc. Sell its Train Business to the Chinese?

Chinese state-owned enterprises may have interest in Bombardier Inc.'s (TSX:BBD.B) train business. How should investors react?

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Easy Ways to Protect Your Portfolio From the Next Crash

Don't wait until it's too late. Protect your portfolio now with iShares DEX Universe Bond Index Fund (TSX:XBB), Loblaw Companies…

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Stocks for Beginners

Millennials: the Chart Every 25-Year-Old Needs to See

If you're under the age of 25, you need to start investing in index funds like the iShares S&P/TSX 60…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Barrick Gold Corp. the Top Gold Stock to Buy Today?

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) released first-quarter earnings on April 27 and its stock has reacted by rising over 3%. Should…

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Dividend Stocks

Why I Remain Bearish on Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.

Despite a recent rally and an improving outlook, Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX;COS) remains an unappealing investment.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Poor Earnings Hit Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. Hard This Week?

Here's what to expect from Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.'s (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) first-quarter earnings release this Thursday.

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Dividend Stocks

Could These 3 Companies Be the Next to Cut Their Dividends?

After Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) cut its payout by two-thirds, could Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC), or…

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Which Stock Is a Better Bet for Dividend Investors: TransCanada Corporation or Pembina Pipeline Corp.?

Is TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) or Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) a better bet for dividend income?

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Dividend Stocks

What Should You Do With That Extra TFSA Contribution Room?

Fill your newly topped-up TFSA contribution room with high-quality dividend stocks like BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Canadian…

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Bank Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia vs. Sun Life Financial Inc.: Which Is a Better Way to Play International Growth?

Here's what investors need to know when evaluating Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) for…

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Should You Order Some Restaurant Brands International Inc. Stock With Your Double-Double?

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is off to a great start. Should you be a buyer?

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Energy Stocks

What Should You Do With Canadian National Railway Company Following its Recent Earnings Beat?

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) released first-quarter earnings on April 20, and its stock has fallen over 3% since. Should…

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Which Stock Is a Better Bet for Dividend Investors: Bank of Montreal or Bank of Nova Scotia?

Is the Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) or the Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) a better bet for income investors?

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Energy Stocks

Should Encana Corporation Be Your Top Oil Rebound Pick?

Here's what investors need to know before they buy Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA).

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3 Reasons Why I Prefer Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. Over BCE Inc.

Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (TSX:MBT) pays a 6.5% dividend compared with BCE Inc.'s (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) 4.8% yield. But that's not the…

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Is Teck Resources Ltd.’s Dividend Cut Too Little, Too Late?

The optimism surrounding the outlook for Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is unwarranted, with the recent dividend cut a foreboding sign…

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Dividend Stocks

The 10 Highest Dividend Yields of the S&P/TSX 60 in April

Stocks like Crescent Point Energy Corp. (NYSE:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT), and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) are some of the highest…

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Are These 3 REITs That Yield 7% Too Good to Be True?

Dream Office REIT (TSX:D.UN), Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN), and Dream Global REIT (TSX:DRG.UN) all yield more than 7%.…

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Energy Stocks

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. Takes 1 More Step Away From the Brink

Debt-laden oil driller Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) pulls in $321 million to reduce its debt.

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