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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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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Hits US$1,330: Time to Buy Kinross Gold Corporation?

| Andrew Walker

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) has endured some tough times, but a rebound could be on the way.

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc.: A Top TFSA Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is growing production and offers an attractive dividend. Is this the time to buy?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Dividend-Growth Stocks in the Bargain Bin

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and another stock might deserve a closer look right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should You Own Barrick Gold Corp. Today?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is the world's largest gold producer. Should it be on your buy list?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Unloved Stocks for Yield-Hungry Contrarian Investors

| Andrew Walker

A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN) and Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) are serving up some tasty yields. Is it time to…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: 2 High-Yield Stocks That Look Oversold

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) might be attractive right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Hits 2017 High: Time to Buy the Miners?

| Andrew Walker

Gold miners such as Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) could take off if the recent rally picks up steam.

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Energy Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks to Start Your RRSP Portfolio Today

| Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are two of Canada's top dividend stocks. Is one more attractive right now?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd. vs Cameco Corp.: Which Stock Is a Better Bet Today?

| Andrew Walker

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) and Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) are two of Canada's top mining companies. Is one attractive right now?

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Canadian Dividend Stocks for Income Investors

| Andrew Walker

Russel Metals Inc. (TSX:RUS) and two other high-yield stocks look attractive right now for an income portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Young Investors: A Top Dividend-Growth Stock to Start Your TFSA Retirement Plan

| Andrew Walker

Here's how quality stocks such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can help you save a bundle for retirement.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 High-Yield Canadian Stocks for Your TFSA Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why TransAlta Renewables (TSX:RNW) and two other off-the-radar stocks might be worth a closer look.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: Is Enbridge Inc. or BCE Inc. Oversold?

| Andrew Walker

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are two of Canada's top companies. Is one an attractive dividend pick right…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd. Tops $30: Are More Gains on the Way?

| Andrew Walker

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) continues to soar. Is this the right time to buy?

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Cenovus Energy Inc. Today?

| Andrew Walker

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) is down more than 50% in 2017. Is a rebound on the way?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for New TFSA Investors

| Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two of Canada's top companies. Here's why they might be good additions…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirement Savers: 2 Reliable Dividend-Growth Stocks to Own for 30 Years

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are attractive picks.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Top Income Stocks for Your High-Yield TFSA Portfolio as Interest Rates Rise

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF) and one other top Canadian dividend stock should be on your radar today.

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Dividend Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. or Baytex Energy Corp.: Which One is Worth A Shot Today?

| Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG) (NYSE:CPG) and Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) offer big upside potential on a recovery in…

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Dividend Stocks

Young TFSA Investors: Prepare Your Retirement Portfolio for Higher Interest Rates With This Canadian Stock

| Andrew Walker

Here's how young investors can use stocks such as Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) to build a solid retirement portfolio…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy as Interest Rates Rise

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) should be on your RRSP radar today.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Unloved Dividend-Growth Stocks Yielding 7% Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) might be worth a shot right now.

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Energy Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. vs. Suncor Energy Inc.: Which Stock Is More Attractive Today?

| Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are popular names in the energy sector. Is one a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Stocks With Strong Dividend Growth

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) might be worth a closer look today.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: Will Rising Interest Rates Kill Your Dividend Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Investors are wondering if top dividend stocks, such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), are at risk.

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Contrarian Investors: Is Crescent Point Energy Corp. or Bombardier, Inc. Attractive Today?

| Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) are attracting contrarian interest. Is one a good bet today?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Cameco Corp. an Attractive Contrarian Bet Today?

| Andrew Walker

Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) continues to trade near its multi-year lows. Is a rebound on the way?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reliable Dividend Stocks That Look Oversold

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and one other top Canadian dividend-growth stock might be attractive right now.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: This Under-the-Radar Canadian Stock Yields 5.8%

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Russel Metals Inc. (TSX:RUS) might be worth a closer look.

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Dividend Stock to Own in an Uncertain Market

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) might be an attractive pick today.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Tops US$1,300: Time to Buy Barrick Gold Corp.?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) stands to reap some huge gains if gold can maintain the recent price surge.

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Investing

Bombardier, Inc.: Could the Stock Price Hit $5 by 2018?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is grinding higher. Is it time to buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy Inc. Below $40?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is Canada's largest integrated energy company. Is it time to buy?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Own as Interest Rates Rise

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) should be on your radar right now.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: Should You Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Today?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are two of Canada's top companies. Is one a buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 Top Canadian Income Stocks Yielding 4-6.5%

| Andrew Walker

Here's why TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN), and TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) should be on your radar.

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Composite Index Dips Below 15,000: Which Stocks Should You Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) should be on your radar.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd.: Is the Stock Price Going Back to $60?

| Andrew Walker

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) is on a roll. Is the rally just beginning?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 High-Yield Monthly Income Stocks for Your TFSA

| Andrew Walker

Here's why RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) might be attractive today.

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Dividend Stocks

Contrarian Investors: Is Baytex Energy Corp. or Cameco Corp. a Better Bet?

| Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) remain under pressure. Is one about to bounce back?

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