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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher became a CFA Charterholder in 2016. He has worked at some of the largest companies in Canada, working as an Energy Trader at Enmax, a Financial Advisor at RBC, and was a Wholesaler for CI Investments and Sentry Investments. He is a staff writer at Motley Fool with hundreds of articles contributed.

Recent Articles

Economic Turbulence
Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) Is a Top Choice in the Face of a Recession

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The prospects of recession will spook investors every time but Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) will always be a solid countermeasure…

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Cannabis Stocks

Marijuana and Beer: How Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO) and Molson Coors Canada Inc. (TSX:TPX.B) Are the Perfect Couple

| Christopher Liew, CFA

When cannabis products become legally permissible in Canada this year, Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO) and Molson Coors Canada Inc. (TSX:TPX.B)(NYSE:TAP) are…

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Investing

Protect Your Retirement Funds From Recession With This Investment Opportunity

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) will be tested this year by the growing competition in the retail space. However, the food…

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Investing

Win Big With Warren Buffett’s Favourite Food Service Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett isn’t explicitly endorsing Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR). But being the third-largest shareholder on record, it lends credence…

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Cannabis Stocks

No Profit in Sight for Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors have grown tired of waiting for Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) to deliver. With the way things are going, it…

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Investing

This High-Risk A.I. Stock Has Amazing Return Potential

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) is a high-growth company that just finished scratching the surface. The potential for growth is staggering with…

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Dividend Stocks

Millenials: Maximize Your TFSA Gains With This Dividend Champion

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Northland Power Corp. (TSX:NPI) is a standout not only in the renewable power utility sector but the stock market in…

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Investing

3 Reasons Why Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO) Is the Must-Have Weed Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO) is emerging as the solid choice among Canada’s cannabis stocks. There are solid justifications that the company…

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Bank Stocks

3 Downsides to Investing in National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) is not as popular as the Big Five banks but is one of the well-loved…

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Cannabis Stocks

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Hires Billionaire Advisor: This Is Why You Should Care

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) is under heavy pressure to perform, and the hiring of activist investor Peltz could be the…

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Investing

As Canada’s Population Grows Older, This Stock Will Make You Richer

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The demand for Savaria Corporation’s (TSX:SIS) accessibility and mobility solutions will increase geometrically in the years ahead. This is the…

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Investing

1 Obscure Stock Will Make Your Portfolio Recession Proof

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Park Lawn Corporation (TSX:PLC), a cemetery and funeral service company, is one of the most attractive stocks on the TSX.…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: This Is Why You Should Avoid This Popular Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Many were disheartened with the plunge of Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) last year. But with a prolific management team, there is…

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Cannabis Stocks

Cronos Group Inc. (TSX:CRON) Is the Weed Stock That Grew 95% This Year: This Is Why You Should Avoid it

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Cronos Group Inc. (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON) is performing relatively well, but analysts are apprehensive about the near future. The stock seems to…

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Investing

3 Ways This Stock Is Poised for Massive Growth

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Heroux-Devtek Inc. (TSX:HRX) is aiming for the blue sky in 2019 and preparing for a smooth and pleasant landing by…

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Investing

3 Reasons This High 6% Dividend Yielding Stock Is a Great Buy And Hold

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is living up to its reputation as the first-rate and top-notch utility stock on the TSX. Signs…

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Investing

Is Bitcoin Dead? Or Is Now the Time to Buy Low?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd. (TSXV:HIVE) is an interesting investment prospect but the bitcoin disaster is preventing investors to consider the…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Boost Your After-Tax Income With This Dividend Heavyweight

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Imperial Oil Ltd. (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO) denotes stability, but the stock hasn’t been performing in consonance with the company’s stellar performance.

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Cannabis Stocks

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Is Soaring High: This Is Why You Should Avoid it

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) is far from being a safe cannabis stock with the rising liabilities and shrinking margins.

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Investing

This Stock Will Make You Rethink Your Investment Choices

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Pembina Pipeline Corporation (TSX:PPL) is gaining strength and a great energy stock to purchase before the first-quarter ends.

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Investing

The TOY Story: This Is Why You Should Stay Away From This Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors should approach Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) with caution, as the global children’s entertainment company faces rough sailing at the…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: Buy This Stock Before Everybody Knows About It

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Among industry peers, Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) is the highest dividend-paying utility stock worthy of consideration by long-term investors should

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Cannabis Stocks

Tired of Marijuana Stocks? Look at This Garbage Instead

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Waste Connections Inc. (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) is hardly talked about in the stock market but it is one of the quality stocks…

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TIMER SAYING TIME FOR ACTION
Investing

3 Reasons to Buy This $8 Billion Company

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A), a well-established food retailer, is highly-recommended for investors seeking financial nourishment in the years ahead.

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Cannabis Stocks

This Underdog Cannabis Stock Is Making a Dramatic Comeback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) is currently making progress in a dramatic fashion after patching up all the roadblocks to a breakout.

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Energy Stocks

2 Stocks to Buy Before the Next Market Crash

| Christopher Liew, CFA

AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Encana Corp. (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) are two energy stocks exhibiting strength in their respective oil and gas segments.

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Investing

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Earnings Report: Is it Headed for a Crash?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) is on course to make true its vision of becoming the number one cannabis company in…

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Retirement
Investing

The Perfect RRSP Stock That Turned $100 Into $5,939

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Power Financial Corporation (TSX:PWF) will deliver generous passive income to long-term investors and people preparing for the retirement days.

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Investing

Planning for Retirement? Get Cash-Rich With This Royalty Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

PrairieSky Royalty Ltd. (TSX:PSK) is perfect to meet your medium to long-term financial goals and better for people preparing for…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: Here’s an Easy Way to Diversify Your Portfolio

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Industrial Alliance (TSX:IAG) is a diversified financial stock that can fortify both your TFSA and RRSP much like the Chesswood…

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Investing

Power Up Your TFSA With This Tech Stock’s Competitive Advantage

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Are you still looking for a good stock to add to your investment portfolio and power up your TFSA? You…

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Investing

Maximize Your TFSA Gains With This High-Dividend Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) will capitalize on its achievements in 2018 and continue to execute strategic priorities to enhance shareholder value.

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Index funds
Investing

This Obscure Marijuana Player Is Ready to Take on Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) and Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST) is making the right moves to turn the tables on the big players.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: Here’s How to Boost Your After-Tax Income

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) is a financial dividend stock that is a worthy addition to anyone’s portfolio.

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Investing

Is Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX: WEED) Headed for a Crash?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp.’s (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) recent quarterly earnings report showed triple-growth in revenue but not enough to convince the investing public.

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You Should Know This
Investing

Picking a Growth Stock Has Never Been This Easy

| Christopher Liew, CFA

GoEasy Limited (TSX:GSY) is again attracting investors with an upward trend developing.

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Investing

Why Scoring a Perfect “10” Is Elusive for Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) is still underperforming but the potential to become the top weed stock is still there.

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Tech Stocks

This Tech Stock Is Showcasing the Power of Outsourcing

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) is displaying remarkable strength in 2019, and investors are adding the stock to their portfolios.

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Investing

Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B): A Stock for Wealth and Convenience

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) is one of the promising stocks in 2019 with new acquisition targets on the horizon

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Investing

Wealth Generation Is the Cornerstone of This Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) has developed an image of a wealth builder. Investors can start building wealth at the current…

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