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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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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) or CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are top-quality companies with growing dividends and cheap stock…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Stocks to Own for 30 Years

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and two stocks with international assets deserve to be on your radar.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap Stocks With a Decade of Annual Dividend Growth

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and another unloved dividend star appear oversold today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 RRSP Stock Picks for 2020

| Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and a gold giant might be attractive RRSP picks as we head into 2020. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB) or Nutrien (TSX:NTR) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) are leaders in their respective industries. Is one a top contrarian pick today?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA 101: Earn $545 Per Month Tax-Free

| Andrew Walker

TC Energy Corp (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), a bank, and a major communications company all offer above-average dividends that continue to grow.

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Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO): Should You Buy the Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is approaching its 12-month low. When should contrarian investors buy the stock?

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Stocks for Beginners

How High Could the Gold Price Go in 2020?

| Andrew Walker

Conditions are ripe for an extension of the gold rally into next year. As such, Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) and…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Ways to Retire Rich

| Andrew Walker

Owning dividend-growth stocks such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is just one way Canadians can build retirement wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Should You Buy CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock After Strong Earnings?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) just bounced after reporting solid fiscal Q3 results. Is the stock still oversold?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Anchor a New RRSP Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR), a top bank, and a North American utility company should all be attractive picks right now.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: Is Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) a Cheap Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) just reported steady results in a turbulent market. Is it time to buy the…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED): At What Price Is This Pot Stock a Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) is down 50% in the past four months. Is the stock oversold?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 Attractive High-Yield Stocks for Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), a financial stock, and a leading Canadian communications provider all deserve to be on…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Couples: How To Grow Your TFSA to $1 Million

| Andrew Walker

Investing in reliable dividend stocks such as Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) can turn a modest TFSA fund into…

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Canadian Dollars
Dividend Stocks

5 Cheap Stocks for RRSP Investors

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and another four top TSX Index stocks appear oversold today and deserve to be on your RRSP…

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Dividend Stocks

A Cheap Stock With Big Upside Potential for Dividend Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) stock is attractive right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Protect Your Portfolio Against an Ugly Brexit?

| Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS) might be a good place to stash some cash if you think Brexit will cause financial…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Alert: 1 Top Stock to Start Your Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Here's how owning shares of Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can help you retire wealthy.

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Dividend Stocks

A Simple TFSA Strategy to Earn $7,645 in Tax-Free Income in 2020

| Andrew Walker

Here's how owning Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), a top telecom player, and a pipeline giant can set you up…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD): Is This Stock a Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Lightspeed POS Inc. (TSX:LSPD) is an emerging star in the global POS market. Should you buy this stock today?

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Dividend Stocks

Is it Safe to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is starting to look cheap, but market risks could push the stock price even lower in the…

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Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE): Is a Stock Price Recovery Possible?

| Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) was once a $48 stock. Today it trades for less than $2 per share. Are…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED): Is This Pot Stock Oversold?

| Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) dropped 15% after reporting its latest quarterly results. Is the pullback overdone?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Stocks to Build TFSA Wealth

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and a top Canadian bank deserve to be on your TFSA radar.

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Growth from coins
Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Dividend Stocks for RRSP Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) and another two top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your RRSP radar today.

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Stocks for Beginners

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Hits 3-Year Low: Now What?

| Andrew Walker

The share price of Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is falling again. Can the company pull off another amazing rally, or is…

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Cannabis Stocks

CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST): How Low Could the Stock Price Go?

| Andrew Walker

CannTrust Holdings Inc. (TSX:TRST) comes with big risks and potentially huge rewards for investors right now. Here's the scoop.

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Stocks for Beginners

Cannabis Investors: Should You Buy HEXO (TSX:HEXO) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

HEXO Corp. (TSX:HEXO) (NYSE:HEXO) is up nearly 25% in the past two weeks. Should you buy this pot stock?

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Stock Your Top Bank Pick for 2020?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) (NYSE:BNS) is out of favour with investors this year. Will that change in 2020?

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Stocks to Own Should Interest Rates Tank in 2020

| Andrew Walker

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) (NYSE:BCE) and a Canadian gold stock should benefit from falling interest rates. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap Stocks for a TFSA Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ) (NYSE:CNQ) and Canada's oldest bank deserve to be on your radar right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Could Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Stock Hit $50 in 2020?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) (NYSE:GOLD) is up 50% in the past two months. Is this the beginning of an extended…

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Energy Stocks

Is Inter Pipeline (TSX:IPL) Stock Worth $30?

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) is attracting takeover interest. Should you buy the stock today?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Check Out This Cheap High-Yield Stock for TFSA Income in 2020

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) (NYSE:BNS) might be a top income pick heading into next year.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Cheap Stocks to Avoid Today

| Andrew Walker

CannTrust Holdings Inc. (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST) and a struggling Canadian icon might be tempting contrarian bets right now, but investors should be…

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Dividend Stock That Could Soar in 2020

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) looks cheap right now. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: Is CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock Too Cheap to Ignore?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) trades at a significant discount to its larger peers. Is the pullback overdone?

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Dividend Stocks

Should Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock Be on Your TFSA Buy List Today?

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) is the largest company on the TSX Index with market capitalization of $145 billion.…

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Dividend Stock to Buy in a Volatile Market

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) deserves to be on your radar today.

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