Benjamin Sinclair, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Energy Stocks

Is Crescent Point Energy Corp. About to Cut its Dividend?

July 28, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) now has a monstrous 14.3% dividend. Is it sustainable?

Investing

After Plunging 33%, Is Home Capital Group Inc. a Huge Bargain?

July 28, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) now trades at less than seven times earnings.

Investing

Why Bombardier Inc. Should Offload its CSeries Program

July 27, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

It's time for Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) to throw in the towel.

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Could Save Lives, But Can it Save its Share Price?

July 27, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) has a big role to play in protecting people. Does that make it a strong investment?

Energy Stocks

After Plummeting 10%, Is Encana Corporation a Bargain?

July 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) fell by 10% on Friday. Is now the time to step in?

Dividend Stocks

Why Telus Corporation Has a Better Dividend Than Crescent Point Energy Corp

July 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) may have a big dividend, but Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is the one you should go…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Teck Resources Ltd. a Steal at Less Than $10 Per Share?

July 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) shares are in freefall. Is this a golden opportunity?

Why Goldcorp Inc. Is a Better Buy Than Barrick Gold Corp. and Yamana Gold Inc.

July 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) can last longer than Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) in this environment.

Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Ltd. Should Sell Itself to Samsung for $19 per Share

July 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Samsung reportedly offered US$7.5 billion for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) in January. BlackBerry should revisit that offer.

Investing

Why Did Bombardier Inc. Sink Another 7%? And Is It a Bargain Yet?

July 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) hasn't been this cheap for more than 20 years.

Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy Inc. or Crescent Point Energy Corp.?

July 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) are well positioned in this environment. But which stock…

Investing

Is Canadian Pacific Railway Limited a Bargain After Declining 20%?

July 22, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) shares have slumped. Is this a good chance to step in?

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Barrick Gold Corp. a Steal at $10?

July 22, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) shares fell below $10 for the first time since June 1990. Is that a bargain?

Bank Stocks

These American Banks Are Better Buys Than Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank

July 22, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

You should trade your Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) shares for JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE:JPM)…

Dividend Stocks

Could Dividend Champion TransCanada Corporation Trade for $70 in 2017?

July 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) could easily trade 40% higher in two years if its dividend targets are met.

Energy Stocks

Oil Is Back Under $50. Will We See $40 Next?

July 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Producers like Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ), and Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) are seeing their…

Investing

Why You Should Sell Barrick Gold Corp. and Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank Today

July 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) will respond very differently to rising interest rates.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Gold Fall to $1,000?

July 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Companies such as Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG), Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY), and Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) are suffering from low prices.…

Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Ltd. Will Win Big in the Driverless Car Market

July 20, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) will be one of the big winners when driverless cars hit the streets.

Tech Stocks

Why Facebook May Send Shopify Inc. Shares Soaring

July 20, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

A new partnership between Shopify Inc. (TSX:SH)(NYSE:SHOP) and Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) could be very lucrative for both sides.

Energy Stocks

At $22 Per Share, Is Crescent Point Energy Corp. in Bargain Territory?

July 17, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has fallen once again. Is this an opportunity?

Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc.: Why This Dividend Stock May Reach $80 in 5 Years

July 17, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is one of Canada's premiere dividend stocks that benefits handsomely from an interest rate cut.

Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc. and Imperial Oil Limited: Canada’s 2 Low-Risk Energy Companies

July 17, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Want energy exposure without taking big risks? Look no further than Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO).

Bank Stocks

This Is a Golden Opportunity to Buy Canadian Banks

July 17, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

You should snap up Canadian banks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) while they're still unpopular.

Energy Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. Will Cash in on Lower Interest Rates

July 16, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) stands to benefit handsomely from the Bank of Canada's rate cut.

Tech Stocks

Which Should You Buy: BlackBerry Ltd., Sierra Wireless Inc., or Shopify Inc.?

July 16, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR), and Shopify Inc. (TSX:SH)(NYSE:SHOP) all have something to offer.

Tech Stocks

Will There Be Another Chance to Buy Sierra Wireless Inc. Shares for $30?

July 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) shares have nosedived. Has that created an opportunity?

Tech Stocks

Should BlackBerry Ltd. Migrate Over to Android Entirely?

July 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) will likely release an Android-powered phone later this year. Should the company abandon its own operating system…

Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry Ltd. a Bargain at $10 Per Share?

July 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) shares are stuck at $10. Is this too high or too low?

Investing

It’s Been a Good Week and a Bad Week for Bombardier Inc.

July 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

News from Greece and Iran is being followed very closely by Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B).

Energy Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s 12% Dividend Won’t Last 2 Years

July 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is a very popular dividend stock. But it shouldn't be.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Barrick Gold Corp’s. Turnaround Could Start Today

July 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX(NYSE:ABX) Chairman John Thornton gets serious about reducing the company's debt.

Investing

Why Brookfield Asset Management Inc. Could Be a Big Winner in Greece

July 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) could take advantage of Greece's privatization fund.

Investing

3 Ways to China-Proof Your Portfolio

July 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

You should sell mining companies like Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) and oil companies such as Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), and…

Investing

Why BCE Inc. Could Surge to $60 Per Share by Next Year

July 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadians are worried about the economy. So, they should buy BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE)?

Investing

3 Canadian Companies to Buy as the Loonie Remains Weak

July 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE), and Shopify Inc. (TSX:SH)(NASDAQ:SHOP) are all loving the weak Canadian dollar.

Investing

Why Have Bombardier Inc.’s Shares Sunk to $2?

July 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shares sunk another 8% on Thursday.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Cameco Corporation Be the Next Silver Wheaton Corp.?

July 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) shares fell by nearly 12% in one day, all because of tax issues. Will Cameco Corporation…

Energy Stocks

Does Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp. Now Have Over 100% Upside?

July 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp. (TSX:PRE) shares have sunk to $3.20 per share after a $6.50 per share offer was deemed…

Bank Stocks

Now Is a Golden Opportunity to Buy Beaten-Up Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank

July 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) both have beaten-up shares, yet have been performing well.

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