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1 of My Favourite Marijuana Stocks May Now Be Range Bound

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Supreme Cannabis Company Inc's (TSXV:FIRE) stock may be range bound thanks to the details of its recent convertible debentures offering.

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Dividend Stocks

Quarterly Top Picks in Review: Solid Performance

| Mat Litalien, MBA

My investment theses for my top picks, such as Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM), have not changed. Their stocks…

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Tech Stocks

Will BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) Stock Soar? Not Likely

| Mat Litalien, MBA

BlackBerry Ltd.'s (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) second-quarter earnings beat both the top and bottom lines. Its stock valuation, however, is ahead of expected…

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This Is the Best-Valued Canadian Dividend Aristocrat: 30% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian General Investments Ltd. (TSX:CGI) is trading at a significant discount to historical averages and its net asset value.

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Should You Buy Canopy Growth Corp’s (TSX:WEED) Venture Spin-Off?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp's (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) venture spin-off Canopy Rivers Inc (TSXV:RIV) provides an interesting value proposition.

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Be Warned: Marijuana Stocks Could Burn Investors

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Take your profits in Aurora Cannabis Inc's (TSX:ACB) stock and other marijuana market leaders. Here's why.

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Tech Stocks

Holding Bitcoin in Your TFSA and RRSP

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Should investors hold their Bitcoin investments inside their TFSA or RRSP? Should they invest in an ETF such as Blockchain Technologies…

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These Tech Stocks Have Vaulted to the Top of My Watch List

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The tech sector has finally cooled. Given recent weakness, Open Text Corp (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) and Constellation Software Inc (TSX:CSU) are stocks…

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Better Buy: Hexo Corp (TSX:HEXO) vs. CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

It's a middleweight battle: HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO) versus CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST). Which stock is the better buy today?

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The Perfect Combination of Growth and Income: Why This Tech Stock Is on My Watch List

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Enghouse Systems Ltd (TSX:ENGH) is a little-known tech company. Its stock has consistently outperformed, has double-digit growth rates, and a…

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This Telecom Has Outperformed the Big 3 and Has 20% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Quebecor Inc. (TSX:QBR.B) has an average 23% annual return over the past five years. Double-digit growth is expected to continue,…

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This Big Five Bank Is Undervalued With 15% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bank of Nova Scotia's (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) offers 15% upside and limited downside. It's undervalued and is the best valued Big Five…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin and Blockchain: Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bitcoin- and blockchain-related stocks have plunged. As a result, funds such as Blockchain Technologies ETF (TSX:HBLK) are great buy-low candidates.

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Better Buy: Supreme Cannabis (TSX:FIRE) Stock vs. Cronos Group (TSX:CRON) Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

It's David vs. Goliath: Supreme Cannabis Company Inc (TSX:FIRE) vs. Cronos Group Inc (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON). Which stock is the better buy…

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Dollarama’s (TSX:DOL) Stock Appeal Is Fading

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc.'s (TSX:DOL) stock has been flat year to date. Its days of high growth are in the rear-view mirror…

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This Canadian Retail Stock Has 53% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Roots Corp's (TSX:ROOT) stock has been mired in a downtrend. It is trading below expected growth rates and has significant…

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Has Activist Pressure Inflated Hexo Corp.’s (TSX:HEXO) Stock Price?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

HEXO Corp's (TSX:HEXO) stock is one of the best-performing marijuana stocks on the TSX. Is activist pressure good for investors?

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Better Buy: Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Stock vs. Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

This is a battle of industry heavy weights: Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB). Which stock is…

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Socially Responsible Investing: What You Need to Know

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Socially responsible investing is one of the fastest-growing trends in Canada. The BMO Women in Leadership Fund (TSX:WOMN) is a…

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Don’t Miss Out! Here Is the Best-Valued Marijuana Stock Today

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Supreme Cannabis Company Inc (TSX:FIRE), formerly Supreme Pharmaceuticals, is one of the best-valued marijuana stocks in the industry.

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Tech Stocks

Is This Canada’s Top Tech Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Descartes Systems Group Inc (TSX:DSG)(NASDAQ:DSGX) is one of Canada's best tech stocks. Despite high valuations, the company is expected to…

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Mortgages Issues Resolved, This Bank Has 35% Upside

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) has completed its mortgage review and expectations were inline with guidance. Laurentian Bank's stock has…

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This Bank is Leading the Digital Revolution with Double-Digit Growth

| Mat Litalien, MBA

VersaBank (TSE:VB) is Canada's first fully digital Schedule 1 Chartered Bank. This high growth bank is a good alternative to…

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Are Marijuana Stocks Too Volatile? How to Benefit Without the Risk

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Marijuana stocks are highly volatile. Are you looking for a safer way to invest in the cannabis industry? Loblaw Companies…

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Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Is Canada’s Top Banking Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is Canada's best bank. Its stock has consistently outperformed its peers and is worthy of its industry…

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3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Are you looking for stocks that generate income? Look no further. Here are three top dividend stocks, including Canadian Utilities…

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Best Canadian REITs for Income Seekers

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's best REITs, such as RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), are excellent investments for income seekers.

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Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) Is in Need of a Catalyst

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc.'s (TSX:DOL) has underperformed since its stock split. It remains overvalued and is in need of a catalyst .

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Why the TSX Index Has Been a Dog During This Record Bull Run

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The TSX Index has significantly underperformed the S&P 500 over this record nine-year bull market.

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Dividend Stocks

Attention: This May Be Your Last Chance to Buy CIBC’s Stock at a Discount!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) posted blowout earnings on Thursday. This may be your last chance to pick up…

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Lock In Double-Digit Gains With This Undervalued Financial

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF) is currently undervalued and has positioned itself for the digital age with its FinTech investments.

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Thinking of Buying Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock? Here’s What You Need to Know

| Mat Litalien, MBA

In 2018, Canada Goose Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) has been one of the best performing stocks on the TSX. Is it still…

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Taking the Fight to Short Sellers!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) is going on the offensive against notable short seller Mark Cohodes.

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CIBC Stock Is a Top Pick for Retirees

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) income, growth and valuation profile makes it a top pick for retirees.

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Should Investors Buy Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RBC) Stock Before Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) kicks off the bank earnings season this Wednesday. Is it time to buy?

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3 Top Monthly Dividend-Paying Stocks for Retirement

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Monthly dividend payers such as AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) can provide reliable and stable income for retirees.

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Canopy Growth Corp’s (TSX:WEED) Stock Remains the Pot Industry’s Top Pick

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) popped 31% after releasing earnings. Yet the big news was the $5 billion investment by Constellation…

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Be Warned: This Canadian Dividend Aristocrat Is Not a Good Investment

| Mat Litalien, MBA

High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) missed on both the top and bottom lines in the second quarter. Restructuring costs and…

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Is Home Capital Group’s (TSX:HCG) Stock About to Soar?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Home Capital Group Inc (TSX:HCG) posted second-quarter earnings on Tuesday. It missed earnings estimates and beat on revenues.

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The Fate of the Pot Industry Lies With Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) is the best-in-class pot stock. Expect upcoming earnings to shake up the industry.

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