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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
Dividend Stocks

2 Powerful Secular Trends Poised to Boost the Wealth of Investors

| Matt Smith

These two secular trends are powerful tailwinds for Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Powerful Reasons Why Precious Metal Streamers Are Superior to Miners

| Matt Smith

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) and Franco Nevada Corp. (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV) are less-risky means of gaining exposure to gold and silver than…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Secular Trend That Will Significantly Boost Manulife Financial Corp.’s Performance

| Matt Smith

Growing wealth in emerging markets has created an incredible opportunity for Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC).

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Will the Slump in Crude Force the Banks to Cut Their Dividends?

| Matt Smith

There are signs that the profitability of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is…

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Energy Inc.’s Big Bet on Oil Sands Will Eventually Pay Off

| Matt Smith

Surprisingly, Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) will emerge from the oil slump in better shape than when it commenced.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank

| Matt Smith

Ignore the gyrations in financial markets and add Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) to your portfolio.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Silver Miners to Profit From the Rally in Silver

| Matt Smith

First Majestic Silver Corp. (TSX:FR)(NYSE:AG), Great Panther Silver Ltd. (TSX:GPR)(NYSE:GPL), and Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA)(NYSE:PAAS) all offer a investors…

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Are the Top 3 Dividend Yields of the S&P/TSX 60 in Danger of Being Cut?

| Matt Smith

Are the juicy divided yields of Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT), Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL), and Canadian Imperial Bank of…

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Ignore the Brexit: 3 Growing Oil Stocks Worth Buying

| Matt Smith

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Vermilion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET), and Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (TSX:GTE)(NYSE:GTE) continue to grow despite the prolonged…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Mining Stocks Will Pull Back

| Matt Smith

There are signs that the rally in miners, which has caused shares in Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) and First Quantum…

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Is Bank of Nova Scotia Losing its Lustre?

| Matt Smith

Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) rapid credit expansion has left it vulnerable to the headwinds triggered by weak commodities.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Ignore the Brexit and Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank for Solid Long-term Growth Prospects

| Matt Smith

Despite rising economic and geopolitical risks, Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) remains a solid long-term investment opportunity.

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce’s Latest Acquisition Enhances its Growth Prospects

| Matt Smith

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce’s (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) latest purchase will provide it with much-needed growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About a Market Crash? Buy Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

| Matt Smith

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) offers investors defensive characteristics with solid growth prospects.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Why Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. Belongs in Every Portfolio

| Matt Smith

The global trend to renewable sources of electricity makes Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) a solid addition to any…

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Have the Banks Understated the Risks Posed by the Slump in Crude?

| Matt Smith

Significant exposure to weak oil prices could derail earnings growth for Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Royal Bank of Canada…

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Bank Stocks

4 Reasons Why Canadian Western Bank Is a Great Contrarian Investment

| Matt Smith

Take a closer look at why Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is an attractive contrarian play on crude and Canada's economy.

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

2 Stocks Sharply Impacted by the Slump in Commodities

| Matt Smith

The protracted slump in commodities is not only affecting mining and energy stocks, but it's also being felt by Canadian…

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Substantially Weaker Commodity Prices Are Here to Stay

| Matt Smith

The outlook for commodities such as steel-making coal, copper, and other metals remains challenging and is set to impact the…

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Investing

3 of the Biggest Risks Faced by Canadian Investors

| Matt Smith

These three risks could sharply impact the growth prospects of stocks, including Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Teck…

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Is Suncor Energy Inc. Getting Ready to Make More Deals?

| Matt Smith

These attributes make now the time to add Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) to your portfolio.

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Teck Resources Ltd.’s Monster Rally Continue?

| Matt Smith

Is the rally in miner Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) overdone?

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Are Oil Markets Rebalancing? What Does This Mean for Energy Investors?

| Matt Smith

The rebalancing between supply and demand does not necessarily mean higher oil prices, making integrated oil companies such as Suncor…

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Why First Majestic Silver Corp. Is a Great Way to Play Higher Silver Prices

| Matt Smith

Obtain leveraged exposure to rising silver prices with First Majestic Silver Corp. (TSX:FR)(NYSE:AG).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Why Silver Will Rally Higher

| Matt Smith

Cash in on higher silver prices with Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW).

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Energy Stocks

Will India Save Canada’s Energy Patch?

| Matt Smith

Growing demand for oil from India will help sustain higher prices, making now the time to consider Vermilion Energy Inc.…

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Bank of Montreal

| Matt Smith

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) continues to perform strongly.

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Investing

Why Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. Is Such an Attractive Investment

| Matt Smith

The growing demand for infrastructure is a powerful tailwind for Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP).

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Is it Time for Penn West Petroleum Ltd. to Turn Off the Lights?

| Matt Smith

Higher oil prices may be too little, too late for Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE).

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Why Now Is the Time for Canadians to Invest in Emerging Markets

| Matt Smith

Enhance returns and reduce risk by diversifying into emerging markets with Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) or the iShares MSCI…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Why I Remain Bearish on Gold for the Remainder of 2016

| Matt Smith

The outlook for gold remains poor despite its recent rally, making high-cost gold miners such as IAMGOLD Corp. (TSX:IMG)(NYSE:IAG) unattractive…

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Energy Stocks

Why Investors Can’t Ignore the Geopolitics of Oil

| Matt Smith

Don't ignore the impact that geopolitics has on oil and the outlook for companies such as Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE)…

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Bank Stocks

Just How Disappointing Were Bank of Nova Scotia’s Recent Results?

| Matt Smith

Don't let recent results deter you from investing in Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS).

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

3 Signs it’s too Soon to Call the End of the Oil Glut

| Matt Smith

Don't expect to see a sustained fall in crude supplies any time soon. It's important for energy investors to focus…

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

What Does a U.S. Rate Hike Mean for Canadian Stocks?

| Matt Smith

A U.S. rate hike may not be the best outcome for commodities and gold miners such as Barrick Gold Corp.…

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Could Canada’s Banks Cause U.S. Hedge Funds to Go Broke?

| Matt Smith

U.S. hedge funds have made big bets against Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS). That may eventually…

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Investing

Why Now Is the Time to Buy Canadian National Railway Company

| Matt Smith

The economic headwinds impacting revenues of railways such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP), and…

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Why I Remain Pessimistic About Investing in Gold Miners

| Matt Smith

Despite the recent rally in gold, gold miners such as Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) remain poor…

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Debunking 3 Myths About the Risks Faced by Canada’s Banks

| Matt Smith

The risks faced by Canadian banks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), and Canadian Imperial Bank…

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Why I Remain Bullish on the Long-Term Outlook for Silver

| Matt Smith

The long-term outlook for silver remains positive, making now the time to invest in Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW).

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