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Author: Matt Smith

Former investment manager and market junkie, Matt has 20 years of experience. He hails from Sydney Australia where he earned a Master of Business Law from the University of Sydney and Master of Arts in International Relations from the University of New South Wales. He has been helping investors achieve their goals for over a decade. When not studying the markets, he can be found relaxing with his dogs and practising Spanish.

Recent Articles

The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

This Gold Miner Remains 1 of the Best Bets on Gold

| Matt Smith

Hedge against uncertainty and cash in on gold's next leg up by investing in Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL).

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Surges to New Highs: Is Now the Time to Invest?

| Matt Smith

Despite the naysayers, the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies is soaring to new highs, making HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd.…

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Energy Stocks

Venezuela’s Default Is Good News for Energy Stocks

| Matt Smith

The latest news concerning global oil supplies makes now the time to buy Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Bitcoin the New Gold?

| Matt Smith

For investors seeking a hedge against uncertainty, intermediate gold miner Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) is a superior investment to…

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The Motley Fool
Tech Stocks

Has the Bitcoin Bubble Peaked?

| Matt Smith

Forget about the hype surrounding Bitcoin and invest in Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Cameco Corp.’s Latest Announcement Highlights the Miner’s Plight

| Matt Smith

Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) is appearing more like a classic value trap.

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Dividend Stocks

This Recession-Proof Growth Stock Belongs in Every Portfolio

| Matt Smith

Bolster growth and recession-proof your portfolio with Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP).

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why Higher Oil Could Be Here to Stay

| Matt Smith

The latest oil rally will provide considerable relief for heavily indebted Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and Pengrowth Energy Corp. (TSX:PGF)(NYSE:PGH).

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Madness: Is the Revolutionary Digital Currency Caught in a Bubble?

| Matt Smith

Despite claims that Bitcoin is in the midst of a massive bubble, there are signs that the cryptocurrency could soar…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

An Improving Global Economy Bodes Well for Base Metals and Miners

| Matt Smith

Higher base metal prices will be a boon for Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) and First Quantum Minerals Limited (TSX:FM).

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Dividend Stocks

Why Now Is the Time to Backup the Truck for This Mid-Cap Growth Stock

| Matt Smith

Don't miss out on the opportunity to acquire rapidly growing Parkland Fuel Corp. (TSX:PKI).

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Investing

A New Record High: Are Stocks Overvalued?

| Matt Smith

The S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX:^OSTPX) may have recently hit a new high, but robust economic growth and improved earnings from…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Despite its Latest Results, Now Is the Time to Buy Barrick Gold Corp.

| Matt Smith

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is attractively valued and possesses a solid long-term outlook.

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Investing

3 Stocks to Amazon.com, Inc.-Proof Your Portfolio

| Matt Smith

Protect you portfolio from Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) and the rapid expansion of online retailing by investing in Pure Industrial Real…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is the Demise of Nuclear Power and Uranium Mining Looming?

| Matt Smith

The long-term outlook for uranium remains poor, making Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) a classic value trap.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Stock to Benefit from Stronger Global Economic Growth

| Matt Smith

The improving outlook for the global economy will act as a powerful tailwind for Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI).

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Investing

Could This Small-Cap Be Canada’s Best Emerging Growth Stock?

| Matt Smith

The latest acquisitions, focus on organic growth, and growing wine consumption in North America makes now the time to consider…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Latest Results Make Now the Time to Buy Goldcorp Inc.

| Matt Smith

An improving operational performance makes now the time to acquire Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Take Advantage of Gold’s Weakness and Buy This Gold Miner

| Matt Smith

Gold's latest pullback has created an opportunity to acquire Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) -- one of Canada's highest-quality gold…

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Dividend Stocks

Another Reason There Is Solid Growth Ahead for This Stock Yielding 5%

| Matt Smith

The latest deal by Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) enhances its growth prospects and increases the likelihood of another distribution…

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coal-fired power plant, utility
Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Teck Resources Ltd.?

| Matt Smith

Indications of better than expected global economic growth bodes well for Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK).

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Energy Stocks

What Do the Latest Middle East Tensions Mean for Oil?

| Matt Smith

The latest Middle East crises could be a boon for oil and beaten-down, heavily indebted upstream oil producers Baytex Energy…

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Dividend Stocks

Enhance Your Returns by Investing in This Top Dividend-Growth Stock

| Matt Smith

Boost your portfolio's income and growth by investing in Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS).

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Dividend Stocks

Boost Income and Growth by Diversifying Internationally With This REIT

| Matt Smith

Reduce risk by diversifying internationally by adding Dream Global REIT (TSX:DRG.UN) and its tasty 7% yield to your portfolio.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks Yielding 5% That Are Poised to Soar

| Matt Smith

Boost your portfolio's income by investing in Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) and Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA).

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shopping mall, retail
Investing

How Bleak Is the Outlook for the Shopping Mall?

| Matt Smith

As the collapse of brick-and-mortar retailers gathers momentum, the outlook for shopping malls and REITs with heavy exposure to retail,…

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soar high in the sky
Investing

This Fallen Growth Stock Is Attractively Valued and Poised to Soar

| Matt Smith

Beaten-down alternative mortgage lender Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) appears attractively valued.

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

1 Top Dividend-Growth Stock Yielding 5% and Primed to Soar

| Matt Smith

After completing a major acquisition, Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) is ready to unlock considerable value for investors.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Infrastructure Stocks Yielding 4% or More for Income-Hungry Investors

| Matt Smith

Retirees and other yield-hungry investors boost your income by investing in Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) and Enbridge Income Fund…

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Investing

4 Reasons Investors Should Boost Their Exposure to Emerging Markets

| Matt Smith

Take advantage of the positive outlook for emerging markets by investing in Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) and the iShares…

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Dividend Stocks

1 REIT Yielding +7% Every Income-Hungry Investor Should Consider

| Matt Smith

Boost income from your portfolio by investing in Dream Industrial Real Estate Invest Trst (TSX:AAR.UN).

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Investing

2 Industrial REITs Yielding +4% That Will Benefit From E-commerce’s Rapid Growth

| Matt Smith

Boost your portfolio income and growth prospects by investing in WPT Industrial Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:WIR.UN) and Pure Industrial…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Don’t Waste Your Money on This Classic Value Trap

| Matt Smith

The poor outlook for uranium will weigh heavily on uranium miner Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) for some time to come.

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shopping mall, retail
Investing

Warren Buffett Has Announced the Death of the Department Store

| Matt Smith

Cash in on the end of brick-and-mortar retail by investing in Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (TSX:AAR.UN).

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shopping mall, retail
Investing

Are Retail REITs the Next Big Short?

| Matt Smith

The ever-growing headwinds faced by shopping malls make retail REITs, such as Partners Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:PAR.UN) and Choice…

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coal-fired power plant, utility
Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Is the Outlook for Teck Resources Ltd. Deteriorating?

| Matt Smith

There are signs that Teck Resources Ltd.'s (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) stunning rally has come to an end.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

3 REITs Yielding +7% for Income-Hungry Investors

| Matt Smith

Boost your income by investing in NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN), Cominar REIT (TSX:CUF.UN), and Dream Industrial…

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Dividend Stocks

Is This Monster 8% Yield an Attractive Investment?

| Matt Smith

Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN) is an appealing investment for income-hungry investors.

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Investing

How to Profit From Retail’s Death by Amazon.com, Inc.

| Matt Smith

Forget about traditional retailers and cash in on Amazon.com, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:AMZN) disruption of retail by investing in Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Latest Pullback in Gold Makes Now the Time to Buy This Senior Gold Miner

| Matt Smith

Cash in on gold's looming recovery by investing in Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX).

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