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Dividend Stocks

4 Reasons to Invest in BCE Inc.

| Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) continues to hold ample long-term potential beyond being a great dividend stock. Here’s why investors should not…

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Investing

Airline Investments: Has the Opportunity Passed?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:DAL) and American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) are among the airlines that have become some of…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Everyday Stocks to Fuel Your Portfolio Growth

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Leon’s Furniture Ltd. (TSX:LNF) and Pizza Pizza Loyalty Corp. (TSX:PZA) are refreshingly good investment options that most investors tend to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Turnaround Stocks Worth Considering

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Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) has dropped significantly over the past five years, but it is one of several stocks that still…

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Tech Stocks

Why Amazon.com, Inc. Entering the Grocery Market Changes Everything

| Demetris Afxentiou

Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) and Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) are slowly moving towards end-to-end online shopping models, but their efforts could…

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Dividend Stocks

The 4-Stock Portfolio Every Investor Needs

| Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are some of the investments that should form the core of every new…

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Dividend Stocks

Diversify Your Portfolio With National Bank of Canada

| Demetris Afxentiou

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) is often overlooked in lieu of one of big banks, but investors should seriously reconsider…

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Dividend Stocks

Could Another Interest Rate Hike Come This Week?

| Demetris Afxentiou

After economic data showed the economy is faring better than expected, another interest rate hike is becoming more likely. Companies…

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 REITs Every Portfolio Must Have

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Melcor Developments Ltd. (TSX:MRD) is one of many REITs that can offer investors unique growth and income opportunities.

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Canadian Tire Corporation Limited: The Best Retail Stock in Canada?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) reported another great quarter recently, solidifying the company as one of the best retail stocks…

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Is the Movie-and-Popcorn Business Finally Ending?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Despite reporting a mixed second quarter, Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) still holds massive potential for growth and now trades at a…

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Did Bombardier, Inc. Really Ship Unfinished Streetcars to Toronto?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shipped unfinished streetcars to Toronto last December to hit an end-of-year target, bringing into question if Bombardier…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Time to Buy Wheaton Precious Metals Corp.

| Demetris Afxentiou

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSX:WPM)(NYSE:WPM) is a great alternative to traditional miners. It recently hiked its dividend by over 40%.

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3 Reasons to Add Dollarama Inc. to Your Portfolio

| Demetris Afxentiou

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) continues to perform and, fueled by a stronger loonie, appears set to continue growing well into the…

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4 Great Investments that Should Profit From Further Interest Rate Hikes

| Demetris Afxentiou

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) are just two of several companies that stand to…

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Dividend Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada Posts Another Great Quarter

| Demetris Afxentiou

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) announced earnings for the third fiscal quarter this week, closing off impressive quarter with another…

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Tech Stocks

Why This IoT Pure Play Is Set to Take Off Further

| Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) remains a solid growth opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on IoT and connected auto opportunities.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Have You Considered Barrick Gold Corp. Lately?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) continues to lead the precious metals sector by example with a strong emphasis on debt reduction…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd.: Stay the Course

| Demetris Afxentiou

Despite investor confidence in BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) waning, the company’s long-term prospects have never been brighter.

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Tech Stocks

Have You Considered The Stars Group Inc.?

| Demetris Afxentiou

The Stars Group Inc. (TSX:TSGI)(NASDAQ:TSG) smashed expectations in the most recent quarter and still has a huge amount of untapped…

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Could President Trump Cancel NAFTA?

| Demetris Afxentiou

U.S. President Trump remarked this week that NAFTA will likely be cancelled, spelling problems for Canadian companies such as Magna…

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3 Reasons Restaurant Brands International Inc. Is a Great Investment

| Demetris Afxentiou

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) offers a growing dividend, impressive results, and an aggressive growth policy that will keep investors…

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Energy Stocks

2 Energy Stocks to Consider for Long-Term Income

| Demetris Afxentiou

TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) offer investors great growth and steady, growing dividends that can provide…

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Is Cara Operations Ltd. in Your Portfolio?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Cara Operations Ltd. (TSX:CARA) is the name behind many well-known, successful restaurants, but is the company worthy of an investment?

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Manulife Financial Corp., Get International Growth

| Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) continues to see considerable growth fueled by the company’s international expansion.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Bank of Montreal Is a Great Investment Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is an established bank that offers investors massive growth prospects in addition to a strong dividend.

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Buy and Forget: Canadian National Railway Company

| Demetris Afxentiou

Candian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has the results, growth prospects, and dividend to justify a place in any portfolio for…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation Results: Does the Miss Really Matter?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) reported quarterly results that came short of analyst expectations, but does this make the company any less…

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Bank Stocks

Profit From Interest Rate Hikes With Bank of Nova Scotia

| Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) has thrived in a low interest rate environment and is poised to fare even better…

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Is Canopy Growth Corp. a Good Investment?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) is no longer the roller-coaster stock it was last year, but the company still holds massive…

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Winners and Losers of a NAFTA Renegotiation

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. kick off NAFTA renegotiations this week, which could mean massive changes for Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP)…

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Dividend Stocks

Have You Considered Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:INE) provides investors with a means to invest in a growing renewable energy company with a…

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3 Reasons to Buy Sienna Senior Living Inc.

| Demetris Afxentiou

Sienna Senior Living Inc. (TSX:SIA) offers investors a unique opportunity to capitalize on a growing segment of the economy that…

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Energy Stocks

Fortis Inc.: A Buy-and-Forget Option Your Portfolio Needs

| Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) continues to defy critics and offer a growing dividend, stable growth, and plenty of upside.

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Don’t Pass on Maple Leaf Foods Inc.

| Demetris Afxentiou

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) is often overlooked by investors, despite completing a significant facility upgrade, benefiting from streamlining costs,…

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High Liner Foods Inc.: Healthy Food for Your Portfolio?

| Demetris Afxentiou

High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) dropped considerably following last quarter's results. Is it time to buy the dip?

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Air Canada: Another Record-Breaking Quarter

| Demetris Afxentiou

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) reported better-than-expected results for the most recent quarter, and that trend seems set to continue thanks to…

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Dividend Stocks

Combat Rising Interest Rates With These 2 Great Investments

| Demetris Afxentiou

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE: MFC) pose a unique opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc.: Strong Growth, Great Dividend

| Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) reported another strong quarter recently, reaffirming the long held view that the company is great for growth…

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Why Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Dropping Is of Little Consequence

| Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) dropped nearly 10% in the past week, but the stock is becoming an intriguing turnaround…

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