Benjamin Sinclair, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Investing

The Real Reason Telus Corporation Is the Best Telco Stock to Own

June 1, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is better liked by subscribers than its competitors.

Investing

The 3 Biggest Reasons Why I Don’t Own Canadian Pacific Railway Limited

June 1, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is facing too many headwinds, and the shares are too expensive.

Energy Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. Is Playing With Fire in Alberta

June 1, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is taking a confrontational approach with the new NDP government. Will it backfire?

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This the Start of a Big Turnaround at Teck Resources Ltd.?

May 29, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is cutting coal production. What does this mean for the embattled company?

Investing

3 Reasons I Don’t Own BCE Inc.

May 29, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is a popular stock among dividend investors, but there are some serious drawbacks.

Tech Stocks

What Does Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary Think of BlackBerry Ltd.?

May 29, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Would Kevin O'Leary buy shares of BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), or say "I'm out"?

Investing

Will We See an Even Bigger CSeries Plane From Bombardier Inc.?

May 28, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Will Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) build a CS500?

Tech Stocks

When Is the Right Time to Buy Shopify Inc.?

May 28, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SH)(NASDAQ:SHOP) is Canada's hottest stock. Should you buy now, or wait for a better opportunity?

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons Why the Worst Has Yet to Come for Barrick Gold Corp.

May 28, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) hasn't hit rock bottom yet.

Energy Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp. Should Be Applauded

May 27, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is getting a great deal as it buys Legacy Oil Plus Gas Inc. (TSX:LEG).

Bank Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank Just Got a Little Bit Stronger

May 27, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

How does a deal with Nordstrom Inc. (NYSE:JWN) help Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD)?

Investing

Which Turnaround Stock Is a Better Bet: Cenovus Energy Inc. or Teck Resources Ltd.?

May 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) and Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) have seen better days. Which is the better stock to…

Investing

Judgement Day Is Coming for Canada’s Big 3 Telcos

May 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

How will the coming CRTC regulations affect BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU)?

Tech Stocks

Nobody Got Fired for Buying IBM, So Where Does That Leave BlackBerry Ltd.?

May 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Is BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) seen as a low-risk supplier?

Energy Stocks

Why Are Suncor Energy Inc.’s Shares So Expensive?

May 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc.'s (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) shares have gone up 16% over the last two years, even though oil prices have plummeted.

Investing

Judgement Day Is Coming for Bombardier Inc. in Paris

May 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

The Paris Air Show is a big opportunity for Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) to showcase its CSeries. What should investors expect?

Bank Stocks

The 3 Biggest Ways Technology Companies Threaten Canadian Banks

May 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Why are the CEOs of Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) so worried?

Tech Stocks

Will BlackBerry Ltd. Ever Make Money From Selling Handsets Again?

May 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) hasn't forgotten about the handset business. Have smartphone users forgotten about BlackBerry?

Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Shopify Inc.?

May 22, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SH)(NYSE:SHOP) is doubling every year, but the shares are very expensive. What should you do?

Investing

3 Stable Companies That Don’t Care About Canadian House Prices

May 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L), and Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) should all appeal to risk-averse investors.

Investing

Do Canada’s Major Railways Make Good Dividend Stocks?

May 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Should dividend investors hold Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) or Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP)?

Energy Stocks

How Is Suncor Energy Inc. Dealing With Low Oil Prices?

May 21, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Low oil prices may be here to stay. Is Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) still a buy?

Tech Stocks

Could Microsoft Corporation Acquire BlackBerry Ltd.?

May 20, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) shares briefly spiked last week on rumours that Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) was considering a bid. Could this…

Energy Stocks

Is Now Finally the Time to Give Up on Cameco Corporation?

May 20, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) shares are being crushed yet again. Is now the time to give up?

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Dividends From BCE Inc. Are Better Than Rental Cheques

May 20, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Looking at buying a rental property? You should consider BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and its 4.8% dividend instead.

Energy Stocks

Why We May See $55 Oil in 2020

May 20, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Stocks like Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) are pricing in a big oil rebound. But…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Are Copper Producers’ Share Prices Plummeting?

May 19, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Shares of First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM), Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK), and Hudbay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM)(NYSE:HBM) are all falling. What's…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This the Beginning of the End for Barrick Gold Corp.?

May 19, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is scrapping exploration budgets in Nevada. What does this mean for the company's future?

Investing

Now That Oil Has Stabilized, These 3 Stocks Look Very Cheap

May 18, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM), Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB), and Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) all look like bargains.

Investing

The 3 Biggest Takeaways From Canadian Tire Corporation Limited’s 1st Quarter Results

May 18, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Life has been good for Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and its shareholders.

Dividend Stocks

3 Dividends That Could Double in 3 Years

May 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A), and Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) all have a lot of room…

Bank Stocks

The 3 Hidden Risks of an Investment in Royal Bank of Canada

May 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

We all know that Canada's shaky economy is a risk for Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY). Investors should also watch…

Energy Stocks

Why the Worst Isn’t Over Yet for Penn West Petroleum Ltd.

May 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) just had its annual shareholder meeting. It could have gone better.

Investing

Why You Should Buy Brookfield Asset Management Inc. Instead of Emerging-Market Stocks

May 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) has a fantastic track record, and is focusing on emerging markets.

Tech Stocks

Which Companies Could Acquire BlackBerry Ltd.? A Look at the Top Candidates

May 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Samsung, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG), Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), and Lenovo could all potentially acquire BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY).

Energy Stocks

Why These Oil Companies Will Survive While Their Shareholders Suffer

May 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) can survive low oil prices. Unfortunately, their shares are overpriced.

Investing

Why the Recent Oil Rally May Be Short Lived, and What to Do About it

May 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Oil prices could easily fall once again. So, stocks like Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) should…

Investing

3 Reasons to Trade Your Bank Shares for Manulife Financial Corporation

May 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) has had its ups and downs, but this is a great time to own the shares.

Tech Stocks

Will Apple Inc. Acquire BlackBerry Ltd.?

May 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) shares surged on takeover rumours. Is there any merit to this?

Energy Stocks

Is Today the Day to Buy Encana Corporation?

May 12, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) just reported solid results, despite the circumstances. How should investors react?

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