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Dividend Stocks

Better RRSP Top Up: Fortis (TSX:FTS) or Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU) Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Utilities Ltd (TSX:CU) and Fortis Inc's (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) stocks are two of the most reliable dividend stocks the TSX. Which…

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Dividend Stocks

This Tech Stock Is a Top Pick Among Analysts

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Open Text Corp's (TSX;OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) stock is a top pick among analysts with 13 buys. It offers value, income and growth…

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It’s Unanimous: Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) Stock Is a Buy

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Analysts are very bullish on Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock. The company is trading at good values and is on the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should You Take a Chance on This Gold Stock Trading Under 10$?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Pretium Resources Inc's (TSX:PVG)(NYSE:PVG) stock is down 20% to start the year on production miss and suspect trading activity. Is…

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Dividend Stocks

Has Corus Entertainment’s (TSX:CJR.B) Stock Finally Turned a Corner?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Corus Entertainment Inc's (TSX:CJR.B) stock jumped almost 6% on the back of strong first-quarter earnings. Is this the start of…

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ATTENTION: Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) CEO Is Stepping Down. Is This Good News for its Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Are second-quarter earnings and a management shakeup enough to restore confidence in Aphria's (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) stock?

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Dividend Stocks

Toronto Dominion Bank’s (TSX:TD) Stock Is Canada’s Best Bank for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for the perfect stock to top up your RRSP? Load up on Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock -- Canada's best…

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How Far Can Shopify’s (TSX:SHOP) Stock Soar in 2019?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Shopify Inc's (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock has been unstoppable. Despite short attacks and a difficult macro-economic backdrop it still returned 50% in…

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TFSA Investors: A Great Stock to Buy With Double-Digit Growth

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Aritizia Inc's (TSX:ATZ) stock is expected to outperform the TSX Index in 2019. Strong third-quarter earnings make it a top…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Undervalued Stocks With High Dividend Yields to Buy Now

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for investment ideas to top up your RRSP account? Then consider undervalued stocks with high yields such as Enbridge…

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My Top Marijuana Stock for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Trading well below highs, it's time to take another look at the cannabis industry. CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST) stock should…

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Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) Stock Isn’t Worth the Risk

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Questionable acquisitions, insider activity and shareholder class action lawsuits make Aphria Inc's (USA)(TSX:APHA) stock a risky buy.

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Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Stock a Buy for 2019?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) stock has been a dog over the past five years. However, it now provides an…

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Dividend Stocks

This Consumer Defensive Stock Is a Top Pick for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Premium Brands Holdings Corp's (TSX:PBH) stock is a triple-threat. It provides excellent value, a growing dividend and double-digit EPS growth…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM), Canada’s Worst-Performing Bank Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Consider adding Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) stock to your portfolio using this simple back-tested strategy.

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Tech Stocks

This IoT Stock Is a Top Pick for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) is an IoT pure play. Its stock is oversold, undervalued, and due for a bounce-back year…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Best Dividend-Growth Stocks for 2019 and Beyond

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Enbridge Inc's (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock is among the top dividend-growth stocks in Canada. These companies have safe and reliable double-digit growth…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Highest-Yielding Stocks (Dogs of the TSX)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The Dogs of the TSX is a very successful investing strategy. Are the dividends for stocks, such as ARC Resources…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Newest Dividend Aristocrats (Part 3)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Here is a list of companies, including Brookfield Real Estate Services (TSX:BRE), that have a history of reliable dividend growth.

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Canada’s Newest Dividend Aristocrats (Part 2)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for new investment ideas? Consider Canada's newest Canadian Dividend Aristocrats for your TFSA and RRSP portfolios.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Newest Dividend Aristocrats (Part 1)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

These companies have been added to Canada's list of top dividend growth stocks. These stocks are suitable for your TFSA…

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Has the Bubble Popped? Short Positions Increase on Marijuana Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Marijuana stocks such as Cronos Group Inc. (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON) are the target of recent short-selling activity.

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3 Top Financial Stocks for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Looking for top up your RRSP or contribute to your TFSA? Add these three financials stocks, including Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD),…

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Warning: December Is on Pace for its Biggest Loss Since the Great Depression

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Not all dips are buying opportunities. In a market crash, investors should stick to safe and reliable performers and avoid…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Up Your RRSP Portfolio With This Dividend-Growth Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Investors should consider adding Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) to their portfolios. It's the perfect combination of value, growth, and income.

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) Is Oversold and Offers 38% Upside

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Montreal's (USA)(TSX:BMO) stock is oversold. Insiders have been scooping up shares and the stock is undervalued.

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Trading Near 52-Week Lows: Is Aphria’s (TSX:APHA) Stock a Buy for 2019?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Aphria Inc's (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) stock price has plunged to 52-week lows. Is it time to buy this high-profile marijuana stock?

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Dividend Stocks

This Financial Stock Is a Screaming Buy and a Top Pick for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

goeasy Ltd's (TSX:GSY) stock is trading at rock-bottom valuations. It has a strong growth profile and an impeccable track record.

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Dividend Stocks

Are You in Panic Mode? These 3 Stocks Will Beat the TSX in 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The market has been extremely volatile, and investors are getting anxious. Consider adding stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) to beat…

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The 3 Top Tech Stocks to Buy for 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The tech sector is expected to once again outperform in 2019. Consider tech stocks such as Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) for…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Recent Insider Buying a Good Sign for Cineplex’s (TSX:CGX) Stock Heading Into 2019?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Cineplex Inc's (TSX:CGX) stock cratered following third quarter results. Insiders are buying and and analysts are bullish. Now is the…

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Energy Stocks

This Energy Producer Has Soared 61% and It’s Still Cheap

| Mat Litalien, MBA

MEG Energy Corp (TSX:MEG) is fending off a hostile takeover from Husky Energy. Its status as a low cost producer…

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Attention Income Seekers: 3 Stocks Yielding Over 6%

| Mat Litalien, MBA

If your looking for income, look no further than Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). These stocks provide safe, reliable and…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Growth Stocks to Protect Your Portfolio

| Mat Litalien, MBA

If you are worried about market volatility, consider protecting your portfolio with top dividend growth stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Warning: More Downside Ahead for This Value Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

It’s been a year to forget for Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) shareholders. In late 2017, the company was caught…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Bank of Montreal’s (TSX:BMO) Stock Before Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is scheduled to report earnings this week. Should investors buy its stock before earnings?

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Dividend Stocks

Dollarama’s (TSX:DOL) Stock Has Plunged by 31%: Should You Buy Before Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) is scheduled to report third quarter results December 6th. Should investors by its stock before earnings?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in December

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The widening price gap between WCS and WTI is of great concern. However, Suncor Energy Inc's (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock is one…

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Dividend Stocks

Bucking the Trend: This Energy Stock Has Soared by 35%

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's oil patch is in full crisis mode. If you want energy exposure without the commodity risk, take a look…

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2 Marijuana Stocks I’d Consider Buying Today

| Mat Litalien, MBA

As the industry consolidates, Aphria's (USA)(TSX:APHA) stock is one marijuana company I'd consider buying today.

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