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Cannabis Stocks

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Is Oversold: Is Now the Time to Buy?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The bubble has popped and cannabis stocks such as Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) are oversold. Unfortunately, the volatility isn't over.

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Investing

Canada Goose Holdings (TSX:GOOS) 11% Post-Earnings Drop Is an Opportunity

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada Goose Holdings Inc (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) delivered strong second quarter earnings and re-iterated full-year outlook. Don't get spooked by the headlines.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian REITs to Buy and 1 to Avoid

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Even in the REIT industry, chasing high-yield is risky. Take a more defensive approach and invest in those whose distributions…

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Tech Stocks

Attention: Open Text (TSX:OTEX) Is Ready to Soar!

| Mat Litalien, MBA

On Monday, Open Text Corp (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) announced a transformational acquisition that will generate immediate returns.

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Dividend Stocks

These Top Dividend Growth Stocks Are a Buy Heading Into 2020

| Mat Litalien, MBA

goeasy LTD (TSX:GSY) and NFI Group Inc (TSX:NFI) will become Canadian Dividend Aristocrats in 2020.

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Tech Stocks

Turn $10K Into $1 Million With a Single Investment

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD) has the potential to follow in the path of Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) before it.

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Investing

Is Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock a Buy Ahead of Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada Goose Holdings Inc (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) is scheduled to release second-quarter results next week. Now might be the time to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Financial Stock for Your TFSA or RRSP

| Mat Litalien, MBA

goeasy Ltd (TSX:GSY) is the top-performing financial stock on the TSX Index. Expect this outperformance to continue.

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Dividend Stocks

Are Canada’s Top Banking Stocks a Buy Heading Into 2020?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

With bank earnings on tap, Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are worth a look.

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Dividend Stocks

Two Defensive Stocks Are in Correction Territory: Time to Buy?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) and Premium Brand Holdings (TSX:PBH) are oversold and provide excellent buying opportunities.

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Tech Stocks

Will These Top 3 Technology Stocks Soar in 2020?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Technology stocks such as Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) have once again led the way. Expect this outperformance to continue heading into…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: These Stocks Just Raised Their Dividends. Should You Buy?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

A trio of Dividend Aristocrats have raised their dividend recently and provide investors a reliable income stream.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in November

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Growth stocks such as Open Text Corp (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) have outperformed and still provide excellent value.

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Dividend Stocks

Can Encana’s (TSX:ECA) Stock Double Your Money?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

No matter which way you slice it, a rebound in commodity prices will mean triple-digit gains for Encana (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Forget SNC Lavalin (TSX:SNC): Consider These 2 Alternatives Instead

| Mat Litalien, MBA

WSP Global Inc (TSX:WSP) and Aecon Group Inc (TSX:ARE) are two attractive and less-risky alternatives in the engineering and construction…

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Investing

3 Value Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Mat Litalien, MBA

We are in the midst of a record bull market, yet there is still plenty of value to be had.

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Tech Stocks

Can CGI Group (TSX:GIB.A) Double Your Money?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

CGI Group Inc (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) stock has double a few times over the past decade. Is another double on the horizon?

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffet’s Favourite Economic Indicator Is Pointing to an Impending Recession

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian National Railway (USA)(TSX:CNR) third quarter results are yet another sign that a bear market is on the horizon.

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Investing

SNC-Lavalin (TSX:SNC): A Post-Election Dead Cat Bounce?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Trudeau's Liberals have thus far refused to rule out a plea deal with SNC Lavalin (TSX:SNC). Is a minority Government…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Oversold Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Income stocks such as Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are oversold and provide investors with a great entry point.

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Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Ahead of Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is primed for a third quarter beat and a big move to the upside.

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Investing

Why Is Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock Down 12% in October?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

With 50% upside, now is the perfect time to pick up Canada Goose Holdings' (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS).

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Cannabis Stocks

Now Is the Time to Buy These 2 Cannabis Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The industry is showing signs of life, but stocks such as Village Farms International Inc (TSX:VFF)(NASDAQ:VFF) are still in oversold…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Warren Buffet Is Betting on These Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Prem Wasta, the Canadian Warren Bufffet, has made big bets on Blackberry Ltd (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and the Bank of Nova Scotia…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in November

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Investors should consider a position in stocks such as Manulife Financial Corp (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) before they announce their annual dividend increase.

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Investing

Why Aritzia’s (TSX:ATZ) Shares Are Up 16% This Week

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Strong second quarter earnings have propelled Aritzia's (TSX:ATZ) stock of yearly lows.

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Dividend Stocks

When the Next Recession Hits, You Want to Be Invested in TD Bank (TSX:TD)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

TD Bank's (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) diversification south of the border and expected earnings growth are two reasons why it is better positioned…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy Ahead of a Market Crash: Telus (TSX:T) or BCE (TSX:BCE) Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Adding a telecommunications stock such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) to your portfolio is a great way to insulate your portfolio…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Oversold Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Mat Litalien, MBA

These two high-quality companies, including Imperial Oil Ltd (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO), have entered oversold status only twice this year. Don't miss out…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks at 52-Week Lows That Could Be a Bargain Today

| Mat Litalien, MBA

One of the best places to go bargain hunting is the 52-week low list.

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Dividend Stocks

The TSX Index Is Up 15% in 2019: Investors Should Prepare for a Market Downturn

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The TSX Index is showing signs of slowing down. Consider adding stocks such as Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) to protect…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks Worth Buying in 2020 and Beyond

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Midstream Canadian Dividend Aristocrats such as Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) can help investors build significant wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

Are These Oversold Stocks Worth Another Look?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Disappointing earnings has led to stocks such as BlackBerry Ltd (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) entering oversold territory.

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Dividend Stocks

Add These Defensive Stocks to Protect Against a Market Crash

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The TSX Index is on pace for gains not seen since 2009. Consider stocks such as Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) to…

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Dividend Stocks

Is TD Bank (TSX:TD) Still Canada’s Top Banking Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Strong expected growth rates, cheap valuations ,and the best dividend-growth rates in the country make Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) a top…

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Energy Stocks

TFSA Investors: Double Your Investment Tax Free With These Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The Tax-Free Savings Account is the perfect place to invest in companies with significant upside, such as NuVista Energy Ltd…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

These Were the Worst-Performing Stocks on the TSX Last Week

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The TSX Index closed the week with a small 0.5% gain. However, there was no shortage of big losers with…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Stocks to Buy in October 2019

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Recent selling pressure has presented investors with a buying opportunity in these stocks, including Waste Connections Inc. (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN), which are…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock Is a Top Pick for Your RRSP

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) received good news on its Line 3 project and entered an MOU with NextDecade to develop the…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Suncor (TSX:SU) Stock Is a Buy

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The industry has proven to be vulnerable, and current valuations make Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock a buy.

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