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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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Dividend Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp.: Potential Value With Continued Risk

| Chris MacDonald

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is a very interesting name to consider in the current environment, considering the massive drop…

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Tech Stocks

Investor Beware: BlackBerry Ltd. Loses QNX Vehicle Contract

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) recently lost a large contract with Toyota Motor Corp. (NYSE:TM), the world's largest automotive manufacturer. Competitive risks…

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Dividend Stocks

My Take on Altagas Ltd.: Why Downside Risk Remains

| Chris MacDonald

How Altagas Ltd.'s (TSX:ALA) dividend yield and proposed acquisition of WGL Holdings Inc. (NYSE:WGL) will be the catalysts that will…

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Investing

Aritzia Inc. vs. Canada Goose Holdings Inc.: Which Will Win?

| Chris MacDonald

Comparing companies such as Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) and Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) can be difficult, but it's a worthwhile…

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Energy Stocks

How Long Can Baytex Energy Corp. Survive?

| Chris MacDonald

The debt levels of Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) may not be sustainable long term. With more than three times net…

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Investing

Canopy Growth Corp.: Why the “Snowball” Has Melted

| Chris MacDonald

Sometimes it's important to go against the grain, as with the "darling" growth companies that invite hysteria. Here's my take…

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Bank Stocks

Canadian Western Bank: Higher Risk, Lower Reward

| Chris MacDonald

The outlook for Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) from a risk/reward standpoint doesn't look good. In this article, I compare Canadian…

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Tech Stocks

Debt vs. Dilution: Should Shopify Inc. Take On Debt?

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is in no rush to issue debt, choosing instead to issue additional shares at ever-increasing stock price…

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Dividend Stocks

Why AutoCanada Inc. May Be a Clunker

| Chris MacDonald

My take on why AutoCanada Inc. (TSX:ACQ) is a long-term value trap.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Canadian Western Bank a Home Capital Group Inc. 2.0?

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a few reasons I remain very bearish on Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB), suggesting caution as I did with…

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Dividend Stocks

Cineplex Inc. Needs to Adapt or Risk Becoming Stale

| Chris MacDonald

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) is a cyclical business that's reliant on discretionary spending and that may see its rich valuation hit…

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office building
Dividend Stocks

Why I Would Avoid Office REITs Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Based on traditional fundamentals, Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) appears to be cheap. Do the long-term risks justify…

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Investing

Empire Company Limited: Patience May Be Key

| Chris MacDonald

Empire Company Limited's (TSX:EMP.A) stock price has come down significantly, but value investors may have to wait some time for…

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electricity transmission
Dividend Stocks

Is Hydro One Ltd. a Good Long-Term Play?

| Chris MacDonald

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) operates primarily in Ontario, a market which may be less favourable for long-term investors interested in…

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Investing

Equitable Group Inc. Isn’t Home Capital Group Inc., But it Remains Risky

| Chris MacDonald

Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) is not the same as Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG), yet it remains a significantly riskier…

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Investing

Is Loblaw Companies Ltd. Speculative or Safe at Current Levels?

| Chris MacDonald

The jury is still out on Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) with respect to how the company is expected to perform…

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Investing

How High Can Canada Goose Holdings Inc. Fly?

| Chris MacDonald

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) has been an intriguing company to follow since its IPO in March. Here are a…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Air Canada Is a Better Long-term Play Than WestJet Airlines Ltd.

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) beats out WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) as my top value pick for Canadian airlines.

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Investing

Aritzia Inc. Investors: Better Options Out There

| Chris MacDonald

Long-term investors are better suited looking at options other than Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) for growth potential.

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Dividend Stocks

Will the Bears Eat High Liner Foods Inc.?

| Chris MacDonald

High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) has bounced in recent weeks, but it may continue to see volatility moving forward for…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Nexgen Energy Ltd. Poised for a Breakout?

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a few reasons why I remain very bullish on the long-term prospects of Nexgen Energy Ltd. (TSX:NXE).

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Investing

What’s Next for Home Capital Group Inc.?

| Chris MacDonald

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) is not out of the weeds yet. It will continue to have a rough ride…

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Dividend Stocks

Potential Turnaround Value Play: Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.

| Chris MacDonald

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.'s (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) stock price has bounced around in recent weeks. Is now the time to buy…

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utility power supply
Dividend Stocks

Pick of the Decade: Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp.

| Chris MacDonald

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is a true long-term gem, given its fundamentals and earnings-growth potential over time.

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Investing

Digging into Badger Daylighting Ltd.: Watch Out Below

| Chris MacDonald

Pressure on shares of Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) has been abundant of late. Short-seller Marc Cohodes posted his short thesis…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Thomson Reuters Corp. Attractive at Current Levels?

| Chris MacDonald

Thomson Reuters Corp.'s (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) valuation has doubled over the past five years, and it's provided investors with a nice dividend.…

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Energy Stocks

More Headwinds for Cenovus Energy Inc.

| Chris MacDonald

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) may continue to see long-term downward pressure on its share price due to a supply glut…

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Investing

Is a TSX 16,000 in the Cards for 2017?

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two key factors I believe will contribute to or hinder the bid for a 16,000 level for Canada's…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Does Franco Nevada Corp. Represent Value at its Current Valuation?

| Chris MacDonald

Franco Nevada Corp. (TSXFNV)(NYSE:FNV) has a high valuation, but very strong operations support this valuation. Long-term investors may want to…

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Dividend Stocks

Has the Train Left the Station at Canadian National Railway Company?

| Chris MacDonald

How does Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stack up against the competition?

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Dividend Stocks

Relax and Renew Your Portfolio With This 1 Dividend Gem

| Chris MacDonald

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) is a very interesting long-term renewable energy play with an impressive dividend yield that…

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Investing

Is it Time to Hit the Panic Button at Bombardier, Inc.?

| Chris MacDonald

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has had difficulty executing on contracts in the past, and its most recent spat with Metrolinx speaks…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Air Canada Just Became the #1 Canadian Airline for Bullish Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) investors now have another reason to bet on a continued rally for the large Canadian airline, as…

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Bank Stocks

3 New Developments From Home Capital Group Inc.’s Latest Earnings Release

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three new developments from Home Capital Group Inc.'s (TSX:HCG) recent earnings release and quarterly conference call.

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Inc.: Add This Stock to Your Pipeline

| Chris MacDonald

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has come a long way to become a leader in renewable energy, though not many investors know…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Now May Be the Time to Look at Zinc: Lundin Mining Corporation

| Chris MacDonald

On Thursday, Lundin Mining Corporation (TSX:LUN) announced the results of its feasibility study done for a mine expansion in Portugal.…

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Investing

Why Badger Daylighting Ltd.’s Run May Be Over

| Chris MacDonald

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) is the subject of the most recent short attack by infamous short-seller Marc Cohodes. Here's more.

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Investing

Long-Term Investors: Take This Stock for a Spin

| Chris MacDonald

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) reported strong earnings on Thursday, indicating the company is still in full-blown growth mode heading into…

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Dividend Stocks

Will Trump Milk This 1 Company for Everything it’s Got?

| Chris MacDonald

The fate of the NAFTA negotiations relating to Canada's supply management system will have a significant impact on Saputo Inc.…

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Investing

Time to Shift into High Gear on Magna International Inc.?

| Chris MacDonald

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) reported strong earnings Thursday, and investors are wondering if this company is now poised for a…

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