Member Login
  1. Authors
    2. /
  2. Andrew Walker
    3. /

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

Money growing in soil , Business success concept.
Dividend Stocks

Should Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) Stock Be a Top RRSP Pick Today?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) is a giant in the global fertilizer industry. Should this stock be on your RRSP buy list?

Read more »

You Should Know This
Stocks for Beginners

Should You Buy HEXO Corp. (TSX:HEXO) Stock Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO) is trading near an all-time high. Are more big gains on the way?

Read more »

STACKED COINS DEPICTING MONEY GROWTH
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Is Now the Time to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is giving back some of the 2019 gains. Should you add this stock to your portfolio…

Read more »

Upwards momentum
Dividend Stocks

Could TransAlta Corp. (TSX:TA) Double This Year?

| Andrew Walker

TransAlta (TSX:TA) (NYSE:TAC) is up more than 70% in 2019. How high could it go?

Read more »

Path to retirement
Dividend Stocks

Retirement Alert: 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks for TFSA Income Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and another top Canadian dividend stock deserve to be on your radar today.

Read more »

A golden egg in a nest
Dividend Stocks

Is Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) the Best Stock to Start Your TFSA Retirement Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) has made some long-term investors quite rich. Should this stock be your top TFSA pick?

Read more »

edit Business accounting concept, Business man using calculator with computer laptop, budget and loan paper in office.
Dividend Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS): Should You Buy the Dip?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) has given back some of the 2019 gains. Time to buy?

Read more »

office buildings
Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Help Build a Substantial Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) (NYSE:TD) and another top dividend-growth stock deserve to be a part of your retirement…

Read more »

question marks written reminders tickets
Dividend Stocks

Should Income Investors Buy Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline (TSX:IPL) has a low payout ratio and has raised the dividend for 10 straight years. Why is the…

Read more »

A golden egg in a nest
Stocks for Beginners

Gold Investors: Is the Yellow Metal’s Price Headed to $2,000?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) (NYSE:GOLD) and its peers could deliver huge returns in the next few years.

Read more »

You Should Know This
Cannabis Stocks

Is HEXO Corp. (TSX:HEXO) a Top Cannabis Stock for Your Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

HEXO (TSX:HEXO) is emerging from its underdog status. Should you buy?

Read more »

Man making notes on graphs and charts
Dividend Stocks

2 Unloved TSX Index Stocks to Buy Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) and a high-yield energy infrastructure stock deserve to be on your radar right now.

Read more »

question marks written reminders tickets
Dividend Stocks

Is Nutrien Inc. (TSX:NTR) Stock a Top Pick Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) has the potential to be a long-term cash flow machine. Here's why.

Read more »

Retirement plan
Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Should You Buy CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock for a TFSA Income Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

CIBC (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) offers above-average yield that should be safe. Why is the stock so cheap?

Read more »

Dice engraved with the words buy and sell
Dividend Stocks

Should Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR) Stock Be on Your TFSA Buy List Today?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR) (NYSE:CNI) has made some investors rich. Should you own this stock right now?

Read more »

Dice engraved with the words buy and sell
Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy or Sell BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

BCE (TSX:BCE) (NYSE:BCE) recently hit a new 12-month high. Are more gains on the way?

Read more »

Man holding magnifying glass over a document
Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Is Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) Stock a Buy Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Fortis (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS) has a stellar track record of rewarding investors with rising dividends. Will the trend continue?

Read more »

Growing plant shoots on coins
Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Should You Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) (NYSE:TD) has rallied significantly off the December low. Are more gains on the way?

Read more »

Retirement
Dividend Stocks

3 Top Stocks for New Investors to Start a Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and another two Canadian giants might be good picks today to start your retirement portfolio.…

Read more »

Growing plant shoots on coins
Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: 3 High-Yield Stocks With Growing Distributions

| Andrew Walker

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and two other high-yield income stocks deserve to be on your radar. Here's why.

Read more »

Dots over the earth connecting the world
Investing

RRSP Investors: 3 Canadian Stocks to Launch a Global Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and another two top Canadian companies deserve to be on your RRSP radar…

Read more »

Upwards momentum
Energy Stocks

2 TSX Index Stocks With Big Upside Potential Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and another top TSX Index stock deserve to be on your radar.

Read more »

growing plant shoots on stacked coins
Dividend Stocks

Attention Pensioners: 3 Dividend Growth Stocks to Add to Your TFSA

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) and another two top dividend stocks deserve to be on your radar today.

Read more »

A golden egg in a nest
Dividend Stocks

How Young Canadian Families Can Build a $1,000,000 TFSA Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Top-quality dividend stocks such as Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and another TSX Index giant can help young investors hit their…

Read more »

question marks written reminders tickets
Investing

Should Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Be on Your Contrarian Buy List?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) is up 40% in 2019. Are more gains on the way?

Read more »

growing plant shoots on stacked coins
Dividend Stocks

Attention Income Investors: 2 Attractive Stocks Paying Reliable 5-6% Dividend Yields

| Andrew Walker

Power Financial (TSX:PWF) (NYSE:PWF) and another Canadian financial company offer above-average dividends that should continue to grow. Is one a…

Read more »

TIMER SAYING TIME FOR ACTION
Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 3 Top TSX Index Stocks to Build a Self-Directed Pension Fund

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) and another two TSX Index giants deserve to be on your RRSP radar today. Here's why.

Read more »

IMAGE OF A NOTEBOOK WITH TFSA WRITTEN ON IT
Stocks for Beginners

Is Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) or Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock a Buy for Your TFSA Today?

| Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are both leaders in their respective industries. Is one a better TFSA…

Read more »

Retirement plan
Dividend Stocks

5 Top Canadian Stocks to Start a Balanced Retirement Portfolio Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) and another four top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your radar.

Read more »

Road signs rerouting traffic
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: Is Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) or CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock a Better Dividend Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline Ltd (TSX:IPL) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) recently raised their dividends and offer above-average yield. Is…

Read more »

IMAGE OF A NOTEBOOK WITH TFSA WRITTEN ON IT
Dividend Stocks

How a $5,000 TFSA Investment Can Become $100,000 in 20 Years

| Andrew Walker

Owning market leaders such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can help Canadians put some serious cash aside for retirement.…

Read more »

Index funds
Stocks for Beginners

Is Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) the Best Bank Stock for 2019?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) is closing in on its 12-month high. Time to buy?

Read more »

Gold bullion on a chart
Stocks for Beginners

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX): Could the Stock of This TSX Index Giant Double in 2 Years?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) is all over the headlines in recent months amid a flurry of merger and acquisition activity…

Read more »

Young adult woman walking up the stairs with sun sport background
Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Own as Rate Fears Wane

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) could catch a nice tailwind this year.

Read more »

Hands holding trophy cup on sky background
Stocks for Beginners

Top Pick Tuesday: Should You Buy Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) or Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) just raised their dividends. Is one a better bet right now?

Read more »

Senior Couple Walking With Pet Bulldog In Countryside
Dividend Stocks

How Canadian Couples Can Build a $1,000,000 Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Investing in stocks such as Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and a Canadian leader can set you up for a comfortable life…

Read more »

Piggy bank next to a financial report
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Retirement Investors: Should You Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) just reported a rough quarter but raised its dividend by 10%. What should investors do?

Read more »

Handwriting text writing Are You Ready For Tomorrow question. Concept meaning Preparation to the future Motivation Stand blackboard with white words behind blurry blue paper lobs woody floor.
Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Should CIBC (TSX) or Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR) Stock Be on Your Buy List?

| Andrew Walker

Both CIBC (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR) (NYSE:CNI) are attracting interest right now. Is one a better…

Read more »

Senior couple at the lake having a picnic
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Leading Dividend Stocks to Help Build Retirement Wealth

| Andrew Walker

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and another industry leader deserve to be on your TFSA dividend radar. Here's why.

Read more »

Man making notes on graphs and charts
Energy Stocks

Is the 45% Rally in 2019 Just the Beginning for This Unloved Canadian Stock?

| Andrew Walker

TransAlta (TSX:TA) (NYSE:TAC) might not be a very exciting company, but the stock's performance in the first two months of…

Read more »