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Dividend Stocks

Investors Are Bearish on These 3 Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) is one of three stocks that hold the top short positions as a percentage of stock…

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Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B): A Dividend Cut Is Imminent

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) is expected to announce its dividend plans soon. Expect a dividend cut.

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Dividend Stocks

These Two Industry Heavyweights Are Teaming Up to Fill a Big Void

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Westjet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are teaming up to launch Ampli, a new loyalty program.

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Bank Stocks

Canadian Banks: Brace Yourself for Another Headwind

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Issues in the Caribbean can impact the two worst-performing banks: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Bank of Nova…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Aristocrat Has 46% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB) is trading below historical averages and is the perfect investment for defensive investors, as per value…

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Tech Stocks

Warning! Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP) Is Primed for a Pullback

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has been on a tear as of late. Long term, the company still belongs in your portfolio,…

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Dividend Stocks

Is this Canadian Dividend Aristocrat a Falling Knife?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

High Liner Foods Inc.'s (TSX:HLF) share price has been in free fall. The company is showing clear signs of a…

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Can a Bribery Probe Derail Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B)?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

An investigation into Bombardier Inc.'s (TSX:BBD.B) $1.2 billion locomotive deal with South Africa's Transnet might be enough to stop its…

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The Top 3 Insurance Companies With the Highest Yields

| Mat Litalien, MBA

A trio of inter-related insurance companies, including parent company Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW), offer great value and high yields.

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Dividend Stocks

A Foolproof Stock-Picking Strategy

| Mat Litalien, MBA

These two stock-picking strategies are so simple that even the most novice of investors can implement. How does Bank of…

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The 3 Most Undervalued Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

| Mat Litalien, MBA

These three Canadian Dividend Aristocrats, including Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB), are the most undervalued as compared to their Graham numbers.

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Dividend Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Is Eating Everyone’s Lunch

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stood out as the clear winner following second quarter earnings. Expect this outperformance to continue.

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Investing

This Pot Stock Has More Than Doubled in the Past Month: Is a Buyout on the Horizon?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Unusual trading activity has resulted in Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd.'s (TSX:TGOD) share price hitting new highs. Is a takeover…

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Oversold and Undervalued: This Bank Has 36% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

With Laurentian Bank of Canada's (TSX:LB) recent mortgage issues coming to an end, the company is the best valued bank…

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Dividend Stocks

Averaging Down Is Not a Viable Strategy

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Investors should exercise caution prior to averaging down. Not every stock dip is a buying opportunity, such as Cineplex Inc's…

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Dividend Stocks

Time to Sell Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. (TSX:ENF)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. (TSX:ENF) is fully valued with no upside from today's share price. There's no reason to…

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Dividend Stocks

Could the Upcoming Stock Split Be the Catalyst Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) Needs?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) has been flat thus far in 2018. Will the upcoming stock split be the catalyst it needs?…

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Why Helly Hansen Is No Threat to Canada Goose Holdings Inc.

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited's (TSX:CTC.A) recent Helly Hansen acquisition will have no impact on Canada Goose Holding Inc.'s (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) growth…

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Are Pot Stocks Ready to Bounce?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's pot industry is primed for a short squeeze. Look to companies such as Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) and Aphria…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. Shareholders: Brace Yourselves for Lower Income!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Enbridge Inc.'s (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) recent restructure news will significantly impact Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. (TSX:ENF) shareholders.

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Dividend Stocks

What Now for Aecon Group Inc.? How About 30% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Aecon Group Inc.'s (TSX:ARE) stock over-corrected following the news that the Federal Government has blocked its takeover by a Chinese…

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Dividend Stocks

This Little-Known Industrial Can Return 20% by the End of Year

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Wajax Corp. (TSX:WJX) has turned the corner and is riding the wave of positive economic momentum. Look for 20% upside…

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Dividend Stocks

Fertilize Your Portfolio and Watch Your Retirement Savings Grow

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) is proving it can deliver on the expected synergies of its Potash Corp. and Agrium merger.

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Easiest Double-Digit Profit You’ll Ever Make?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

MedReleaf Corp. (TSX:LEAF) is trading at a discount to Aurora Cannabis Inc.'s (TSX:ACB) purchase price. Take advantage of the arbitrage…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks for Your Income Portfolio

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of three top dividend stocks that can serve as the foundation of the ultimate income…

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Could This Marijuana Company Be Acquired at a High Premium?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Hydropothecary Corp. (TSXV:THCX) is an attractive takeover target that should command a premium thanks to its competitive advantages.

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Dividend Stocks

Opportunity Knocks! These 2 Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Are Trading at a Discount

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) and Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) were unfairly punished post-earnings. It's time to buy.

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This Industrial Is Undervalued and Has 50% Upside!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Cervus Equipment Corp. (TSX:CERV) is significantly undervalued by a number of metrics. The company has 40% upside from today's price.

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Aurora Cannabis Inc. Buys MedReleaf Corp.: Will Current Shareholders Lose Out Again?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) is buying MedReleaf Corp. (TSX:LEAF) for $3.2 billion in another transaction that is dilutive to current…

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Warning! These 2 High Flyers Have Significant Insider Selling

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) and Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) have significant insider selling. Should you sell, too?

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Dividend Stocks

How Trump’s Policies Could Benefit This Steel Company

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Russel Metals Inc. (TSX:RUS) is well positioned to benefit from Trump's protectionist policies.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Must-Own, High-Yield Energy Dividend Stocks With a High ROE

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Don't fall into the dividend yield trap. Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. (TSX:ENF) is an example of a high-quality company…

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Dividend Stocks

Do You Want to Protect Against Market Volatility?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Market volatility is expected to continue through out the year. Tired of the volatility? Look at CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) to…

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Goodbye Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc., Hello Bausch Health Companies Inc.!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is banking on its most trusted brand to improve its reputation with shareholders.

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3 Top High-Yield Canadian REITs for Income-Seeking Investors

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Buy these three REITs, including Artis Real Estate Investment Trust Units (TSX:AX.UN), for their high yields, growing asset base, and…

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Dividend Stocks

This Overlooked Industrial Will Deliver Double-Digit Returns

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toromont Industries Ltd. (TSX:TIH) has consistently delivered double-digit returns, has a growing dividend, and is one of the best companies…

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Has Cenovus Energy Inc. Stock Gotten Ahead of Itself?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Despite its recent run-up, Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) is still trading at decent valuations and has a few catalysts that…

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Dividend Stocks

This Mining Giant Will Benefit From its Diversification Into Energy

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Teck Resources Ltd.'s (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) diversification strategy is coming to pass as the Fort Hills energy project comes online.

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Dividend Stocks

Major Acquisition Will Propel This Energy Company Higher

| Mat Litalien, MBA

AltaGas Inc. (TSX:ALA) is nearing completion of its acquisition of WGL Holdings. The deal will be immediately accretive to EBITDA…

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Tech Stocks

Buy This Serial Acquirer on Any Weakness

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) is a serial acquirer that has handily beaten the market of the past number of years.

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