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Author: Andrew Walker

Andrew has an MBA and has been writing for The Motley Fool Canada since 2014. As a contrarian investor, Andrew seeks out dividend opportunities the market is missing. He is a big fan of harnessing the power of compounding to grow a portfolio for retirement.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 2 Top Canadian Stocks With Global Exposure for 2020

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and a top global asset manager deserve to be on your RRSP radar.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Pension: Should You Buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB) or CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock for Passive Income?

| Andrew Walker

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) pay above-average dividends that continue to grow. Is one a…

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Dividend Stocks

Pension Income 101: Top TFSA Stocks for Retirees to Avoid OAS Clawbacks

| Andrew Walker

Here's how holding top dividend stocks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) (NYSE:TD) inside a TFSA can boost income without putting…

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Investing

Will the Saudi Attack Drive Gold to New Highs?

| Andrew Walker

The fallout from the attack on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities could drive shares of gold producers, such as Barrick Gold…

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU): Should You Buy the Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) should benefit from a new risk premium in the oil market.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Stocks for New TFSA Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T) (NYSE:TU) and another four top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your TFSA radar today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Stocks to Boost RRSP Returns

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and another two top Canadian companies should be solid picks right now for a buy-and-hold RRSP portfolio.…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) Stock for $1.88?

| Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) looks cheap. Is the stock a buy today?

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Bank Stocks

RRSP Investors: 2 Top Canadian Stocks to Own for 2 Decades

| Andrew Walker

Long-term Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) investors have built up some serious wealth. Another Canadian industry leader has delivered even…

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Dividend Stocks

Top High-Yield Stocks for TFSA Income

| Andrew Walker

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and a top financial stock appear cheap today and offer attractive yield for income…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 2 Top Stock Picks for 2020

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and a top communications stock should be on your income radar right now.

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Investing

TFSA Pension: How to Retire Wealthy

| Andrew Walker

Here's how owning top dividend-growth stocks such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR) (NYSE:CNI) inside a TFSA can set you…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) or Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Stock a Better Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are moving higher. Which bank stock should you buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Is Fortis (TSX:FTS) a Top Stock to Earn Passive Income in a TFSA?

| Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) just raised its dividend. Should you buy the stock now?

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Cannabis Stocks

Contrarian Investors: Should You Buy HEXO (TSX:HEXO) Stock Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Has HEXO Corp. (TSX:HEXO) (NYSE:HEXO) finally bottomed?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: How to Get $336 in Additional Monthly Income While Protecting OAS Payments

| Andrew Walker

Here's how seniors can use top dividend stocks such as Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) to earn tax-free income that won't put…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Boost TFSA Income

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and another two top Canadian dividend stocks are attractive TFSA picks.

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Cannabis Stocks

Has Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) Stock Bottomed?

| Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) recently bounced off a 12-month low. Is it time to buy this pot stock?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: How to Earn $529 Per Month in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

Here's how investing in RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and another leading Canadian income stock can boost your retirement…

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Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Stocks Be in Your Self-Directed RRSP?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is a good example of a dividend stock that looks cheap, but is it…

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Energy Stocks

Could Crescent Point Energy (TSX:CPG) Stock Hit $10?

| Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG) (NYSE:CPG) just announced an asset sale that could pave the way to a significant recovery…

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Energy Stocks

3 Top Stocks That Could Soar in 2020

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) and another two top Canadian stocks could deliver big gains next year.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Investors: Is the Rally Over?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) and its peers just took a hit on a gold pullback. Should to buy the dip…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks to Prepare for a Wild 2020

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) (NYSE:GOLD) and another rebounding Canadian giant could extend their gains through 2020. Here's why.

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Bank Stocks

RRSP Investors: Is Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock a Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is catching a bit of a tailwind after a four-month slump. Is it time to…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Stocks to Start Your TFSA Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and another four top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your TFSA radar…

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Energy Stocks

Should Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) or Nutrien (TSX:NTR) Stock Be in Your Dividend Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Inc. (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) and Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) are trading at attractive valuations. Is one a better buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Contrarian Alert: Should You Buy CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST) or Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST) (NYSE:CTST) and Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) (NYSE:CGC) are down significantly from their 2019 highs. Is one these…

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: 3 Oversold Stocks With Rising Dividends

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) and another two top Canadian dividend stock appear oversold right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Is HEXO (TSX:HEXO) Stock a Buy Today?

| Andrew Walker

HEXO Corp. (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) is down 50% since late April. Is this pot stock oversold?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks for High-Yield Investors

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and two other Canadian dividend stars should be attractive income picks today.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Pension: How to Add $307 in Tax-Free Monthly Income Without Losing OAS Benefits

| Andrew Walker

Here's how holding top dividend stocks inside your TFSA can help you boost retirement income without compromising OAS payments.

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Dividend Stocks

How Canadian Families Can Save $1 Million

| Andrew Walker

Here's how investing in top dividend stocks such as Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS)…

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Bank Stocks

Should You Buy Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) or CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are out of favour right now. Is one stock…

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Energy Stocks

Could a Safe-Haven Stampede Drive the Gold Price to $3,000?

| Andrew Walker

A no-deal Brexit and the U.S.-China trade war could drive gold much higher. Owning the major gold miners such as…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Telus (TSX:T) Stock for Your TFSA?

| Andrew Walker

Telus Corporation (TSX:T) (NYSE:TU) pays an attractive dividend and could offer some nice upside in the coming year. Is this…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Now Oversold?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) (NYSE:TD) is down 10% in the past year. Is this the right time to buy the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Dividend Stocks to Stick in Your RRSP Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and another two high-yield stocks deserve to be on your RRSP radar.

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Stocks for Retirees

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA), a bank, and a communications company deserve to be on your income radar today.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Are Gold Stocks Still Cheap?

| Andrew Walker

Big producers such as Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) have the potential to become cash flow machines on a sustained gold…

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