Benjamin Sinclair, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Investing

Which Is a Better Turnaround Bet: Penn West Petroleum Ltd. or Barrick Gold Corp.?

April 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) and Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) have had their fair share of struggles. Are either…

Tech Stocks

Why You Should Buy BlackBerry Ltd. in 1 Year

April 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) has a lot of promise, but the next year could be very rough.

Energy Stocks

Why I’m Not Buying Any Oil Stocks Just Yet

April 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Companies like Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) are still making money, so I wouldn't count on an oil rebound any time…

Investing

Which Is a Better Turnaround Bet: Bombardier Inc. or BlackBerry Ltd.?

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) have had their fair share of struggles. Are either worth buying today?

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Rogers Communications Inc. Deserves a Spot in Your Dividend Portfolio

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) has struggled in recent years, but remains a great dividend option.

Dividend Stocks

Should Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank Remain Part of Your Dividend Portfolio?

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Are Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) both must-own dividend stocks?

Energy Stocks

The 3 Biggest Reasons Why Oil Could Crash Further

April 13, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Investors in Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) seem confident that oil will recover. This optimism…

Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry Ltd.’s Damaged Brand too Much to Overcome?

April 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) still has a damaged brand. Will that stop the company's turnaround?

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Stocks to Start Your Portfolio

April 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Dividend investors should look at companies like BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM), and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU).

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Royal Bank of Canada

April 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

If you're looking for a solid company with a great track record that is trading at a reasonable price, Royal…

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Own Wells Fargo & Co Instead of Toronto-Dominion Bank

April 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

If you hold a Canadian bank like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), you might want to switch to an American bank like…

Tech Stocks

Here Is Why I’m Not Buying BlackBerry Ltd. Just Yet

April 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) isn't worth owning now, but there may be a great opportunity very soon.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Here Are 13.1 billion Reasons I Don’t Own Barrick Gold Corp.

April 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) has an awful balance sheet. That's enough to keep me away.

Investing

Why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Should Follow in BCE Inc.’s Footsteps

April 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) could make its shares pop if it followed BCE Inc.'s (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) example.

Investing

What Does Target Corporation’s Impending Exit Mean for Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd.?

April 8, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Just how big a boost will Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. (TSX:CTC.A) get from Target Corporation's (NYSE:TGT) departure?

Energy Stocks

3 Canadian Energy Companies That Could Be Bought Out

April 8, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWT), or Lightstream Resources Ltd. (TSX:LTS) could be the next BG…

Metals and Mining Stocks

You Have to Read This Before Buying Teck Resources Inc.

April 7, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is facing some big headwinds in China, and a dividend cut is likely coming.

Investing

Should You Buy BCE Inc.? That Depends on Who You Are

April 7, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is a great, but expensive, dividend stock. So, it's only right for some investors.

Energy Stocks

Is Canadian Natural Resources Limited Overpriced or Underpriced?

April 7, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Are Canadian Natural Resources Limited's (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) shares trading in bargain territory?

Tech Stocks

Will Microsoft Corporation Crush BlackBerry Ltd.?

April 6, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is giving away some services that BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) charges for. What does this mean for BlackBerry?

Dividend Stocks

Thinking of Buying Bonds? Buy These 3 Dividend Stocks Instead

April 6, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Dividend stocks like BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) are much better options than bonds.

These 3 Stocks Yield 4% and Are Perfect for Any Dividend Portfolio

April 3, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Looking for stable dividends? Look no further than Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU).

Dividend Stocks

Which Is a Better Dividend Stock: BCE Inc. or TransCanada Corporation?

April 2, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are favourites among dividend investors. So, which one is better?

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons a Dividend Cut Is Coming at Teck Resources Inc.

April 2, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) has one of the biggest dividend yields on the TSX. That may not last.

Investing

3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd.

April 1, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Shares of Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. (TSX:CTC.A) have been on a fantastic run, but it's still not too late to…

Investing

A Warning to Investors: Don’t Fall for These 3 Statements on April Fool’s Day

April 1, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Statements by Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), and Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) weren't meant to be April Fool's gags.…

Investing

Missed Out on Restaurant Brands International Inc.? Here’s Your Second Chance

April 1, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Shares of Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are down by nearly 15%. Now is your chance to pounce.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Did Shares of Teck Resources Ltd. Rise 11% on Monday?

March 31, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) could be in merger talks with Antofagasta. Is this an opportunity?

Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian Banks Still Make Great Dividend Stocks

March 31, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Looking for reliable dividends? Look no further than banks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Canadian Imperial Bank of…

Tech Stocks

Is Now the Time to Load up on BlackBerry Ltd. Shares?

March 31, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Profitability was strong for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) in its most recent quarter. That said, there are some big concerns.

How to Make US$13 million as a Barrick Gold Corp. Employee

March 31, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) reveals how much their top executives make. How should investors react?

Energy Stocks

Why Oil Prices Could Plummet by US$5 This Week

March 30, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

The stock prices of Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO) reflect optimism for the oil price.…

Investing

Is Bombardier Inc. Still Worth US$3.50 Per Share?

March 30, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) now says the CSeries won't enter into service until 2016. How should investors react?

3 Reasons to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank Instead of the Bank of Nova Scotia

March 30, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) may seem cheaper than Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) at this point, but TD is still…

Energy Stocks

Why Penn West Petroleum Ltd. Is Living in Neverland

March 27, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) seems tremendously undervalued, but in the real world the story is very different.

Tech Stocks

What Does Facebook Inc.’s “Business on Messenger” Mean for BlackBerry Ltd.?

March 27, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) unveils its new "Business on Messenger" service. Should BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) be worried?

Investing

3 Reasons Why RBC Says You Should Buy Bombardier Inc.

March 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is not very popular among investors. This may have created an opportunity.

Dividend Stocks

The First 3 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy if I Were Retiring Today

March 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are all great options for retirees.

Energy Stocks

Why Oil Won’t Rebound Until These Producers Go Bankrupt. Part 2

March 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp. (TSX:PRE), Twin Butte Energy Ltd. (TSX:TBE), and Athabasca Oil Corp. (TSX:ATH) are all hanging on for…

Tech Stocks

Did BlackBerry Ltd. Really Only Sell 8,000 Classic and Passport Phones This Quarter?

March 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

A new report suggests sales of the BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) Classic and Passport phones are falling well short of expectations.…

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