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Author: Chris MacDonald

Chris MacDonald has had a love for finance his whole life, ultimately leading him to pursue an MBA in finance. He's worked as a financial analyst for a number of companies in the corporate finance and venture capital space during his 10-year investing career. He endeavors to follow in the footsteps of iconic investors like Warren Buffett in building a long-term defensive portfolio.

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Tech Stocks

What Is a Fair Valuation for Shopify Inc.?

| Chris MacDonald

With Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) dipping approximately 17% from highs seen earlier last month, investors are pondering if this is just…

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Investing

Higher Risk and Higher Reward With Spin Master Corp.

| Chris MacDonald

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is one of the best growth plays on the TSX, although the company carries a significantly…

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Tech Stocks

Can BlackBerry Ltd. Double From Current Levels?

| Chris MacDonald

The case for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) shares to double in the medium term is a risky one. Here's my take.

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Investing

What’s Wrong With Bombardier, Inc.’s CSeries Program?

| Chris MacDonald

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has underperformed in terms of expectations for its new CSeries jets. The company's ability to maximize the…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Global REIT Investors Should Consider for Diversification

| Chris MacDonald

Dream Global REIT (TSX:DRG.UN) just renewed its largest tenant, and investors are generally pleased. Here's why this global REIT can…

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Investing

Which Canadian Railroad Is Best?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's compare Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI). Which one is better?

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Investing

Take a Bite out of Maple Leaf Foods Inc.

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a few reasons why I believe Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) should be considered a staple holding in…

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Energy Stocks

How Far Can Cenovus Energy Inc. Fall?

| Chris MacDonald

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) has been on a rough ride of late. Is the stock ready to bounce back?

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Investing

What the Numbers Say About Restaurant Brands International Inc. Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's how Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) stacks up to a number of other high-growth fast-food franchise businesses.

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Energy Stocks

Fill Your Pipeline With Enbridge Inc.

| Chris MacDonald

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a great long-term play for any investor considering a North American oil infrastructure play.

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Energy Stocks

Can Cenovus Energy Inc.’s Share Price Rebound?

| Chris MacDonald

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) has lost more than 50% of its value since the beginning of the year. Can it…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Inc. vs. Canopy Growth Corp.: Which Is the Better Long-Term Play?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I believe Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) will outperform Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) in the long term.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Now May Be the Time to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) appears to be ready to take advantage of rising interest rates, making this an…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for Yield? Forget the Number: Buy on Safety and Growth

| Chris MacDonald

As an income-focused investor, should you choose Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) with a 7.12% yield or Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) with a…

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Investing

This 1 Company May Still Be the Best Contrarian Play of the Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) may still be one of the best contrarian plays for 2017.

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Investing

MedReleaf Corp. Announces Profitable Growth

| Chris MacDonald

MedReleaf Corp. (TSX:LEAF) is making a hard push to become Canada's leading marijuana company, but will it win in the…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian National Railway Company Just Became Safer

| Chris MacDonald

One more reason why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) remains on the top of my list as one of the…

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Investing

Why Profitability Matters: Canopy Growth Corp.

| Chris MacDonald

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) just turned in its fiscal year results, and investors aren't pleased. Long-term investors should take note…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for 3 Gems With Yields Higher Than 4.5%?

| Chris MacDonald

Here are my top three picks for yield-focused investors looking for companies with yields in excess of 4.5%: Algonquin Power…

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office building
Dividend Stocks

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst Just Signaled to Investors Now Is the Time to Sell

| Chris MacDonald

Why is Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) choosing to accelerate its share-buyback program instead of reinvesting the proceeds…

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Investing

1 Options Strategy to Consider With Canfor Corporation

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my take on a potentially highly lucrative options trade for Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP).

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Safest Yields Over 3.5% for Every RRSP Investor

| Chris MacDonald

Drum roll please ... My top three picks for RRSP Investors today are Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN), Fortis…

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Energy Stocks

Is the Potash Industry Set for a Rebound?

| Chris MacDonald

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) is one of the most powerful voices among its global peers in terms of…

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Investing

Fundamentals, Valuation Show Badger Daylighting Ltd. Remains Overvalued

| Chris MacDonald

The numbers speak for themselves: why Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) remains overvalued despite a 35% drop in its stock price…

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Energy Stocks

Is it Time to Oil Up Your Portfolio?

| Chris MacDonald

Companies such as Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) have been big winners, seeing stock gains on hopes of a continued rebound…

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Investing

The Battle Continues: Bombardier, Inc. vs. Boeing Co.

| Chris MacDonald

The Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) saga continues. The U.S. International Trade Commission ruled that a probe into…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflate Your Portfolio With Canadian Tire Corporation Limited

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) is oversold at current levels.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Looking for A 5% Yield With Significant Upside?

| Chris MacDonald

Bird Construction Inc. (TSX:BDT) is an interesting name in the Canadian construction space to consider for an income-focused portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Credence Should Investors Give Price Targets?

| Chris MacDonald

Adjusting target prices (discounting or ascribing a premium) is a safer way to view target prices. I use Algonquin Power…

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Tech Stocks

Scarcity vs. Value: Shopify Inc.

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has been on an incredible run of late as investors look for a solid tech and growth…

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Investing

When Will Canadian Cannabis Stocks Rebound?

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian marijuana companies such as Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) have felt the exuberance of the marijuana momentum trade, but they're…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Time to Load Up on Gold Is During a Bull Market

| Chris MacDonald

Buying shares of Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is just one way of creating some portfolio insurance at a time when…

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Bank Stocks

How Home Capital Group Inc. Differs From the Big Banks

| Chris MacDonald

The stability of funding sources for embattled alternative lender Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) was highlighted in a Bank of…

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Investing

Losses Piling Up, Layoffs Continue for Hudson’s Bay Co.

| Chris MacDonald

The retail segment has been one of Mr. Market's victims this year, and Canada's oldest retailer Hudson's Bay Co. (TSX:HBC)…

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Investing

Get ‘Em While They’re Hot: Shares of Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Climb

| Chris MacDonald

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has continued to make headway towards its proposed $5 billion debt-repayment schedule set for February…

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Investing

Softwood Lumber, Dairy, Airplanes: Can Canada’s Export Party Continue?

| Chris MacDonald

Can companies such as Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP) continue to rise following high-profile trade spats between Canada and the U.S.?

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Investing

Can Canada Goose Holdings Inc. Continue to Fly Higher?

| Chris MacDonald

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) has posted impressive results. Can this company keep the party going?

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Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Canada’s Biggest Banks?

| Chris MacDonald

Canada's banks are likely to diverge in performance over the coming quarters as certain risks and opportunities begin to play…

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Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp. Dropped 9% Yesterday: Time to Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) share price continues to drop. Has the bleeding stopped, or will it continue?

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Investing

How High Can Dollarama Inc. Go?

| Chris MacDonald

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) just beat earnings estimates due to strong performance this past quarter.

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