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Investing

Have Airlines Forgotten About Bombardier Inc.’s CSeries?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Some provocative statements by the head of Qatar Airways does not bode well for Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B). How should investors…

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Energy Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is thriving, while others are struggling. Should you hop on board?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Investors Are Starting to Buy Gold Mining Stocks Again

| Benjamin Sinclair

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) CEO Chuck Jeannes is seeing some "green shoots of optimism." Does this mean gold stocks are poised…

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Investing

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Any Stock Yielding More Than 6%

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) both yield more than 6%. There are better options.

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Energy Stocks

Why American Oil Storage Capacity Is Near a Breaking Point

| Benjamin Sinclair

The U.S. is running out of room to store oil. So, if you're thinking of buying Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU)…

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Tech Stocks

What Does BlackBerry Ltd.’s Leap Phone Mean for the Company?

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) unveils the Leap phone. How should shareholders react?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Franco-Nevada Corporation Instead of a Large Miner

| Benjamin Sinclair

Even though they seem more expensive, Franco-Nevada Corporation (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV) shares are a better bet.

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Tech Stocks

Why Westport Innovations Inc. Shares Could Plummet in Less Than a Week

| Benjamin Sinclair

Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(Nasdaq:WPRT) has stayed silent, as its business prospects have worsened. Its silence will be broken when it…

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Bank Stocks

Why You Should Pay Up for Toronto-Dominion Bank Instead of Buying Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) may seem more expensive than Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM). You should still opt for TD.

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy the Bank of Nova Scotia Today

| Benjamin Sinclair

The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) reported underwhelming results for the first quarter of 2015. That said, the shares are…

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry’s Ltd’s Smartphone Market Share Doesn’t Matter Anymore

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) accounted for just 0.4% of smartphone shipments last year. Here's why investors shouldn't care.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

What Will Happen to Eldorado Gold Corp in Greece?

| Benjamin Sinclair

After another setback on Monday, the future for Eldorado Gold Corp (TSX:ELD)(NYSE:EGO) in Greece is in jeopardy.

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Energy Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp Is the Best Way to Bet on an Energy Rebound

| Benjamin Sinclair

Even if the oil price recovers, the news could get a lot worse before it gets better. With that in…

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada Corporation After the Keystone Decision

| Benjamin Sinclair

TransCanada Corporation's (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) Keystone XL pipeline is likely going to be rejected. After that happens, you should buy the shares.

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Investing

3 Solid Stocks for That Last-Minute RRSP Contribution

| Benjamin Sinclair

The RRSP deadline is today! Consider Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM), Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU).

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Investing

Is it Too Late to Buy Loblaw Companies Limited?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) shares are up more than 40% in the past year. Is it too late to jump…

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Investing

Is it Too Late to Buy Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. (TSX:CTC.A) has been on a roll. Is there any more room left to run?

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Energy Stocks

Do You Own Oil Stocks? Hedge Your Bet With These 3 Companies

| Benjamin Sinclair

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA), First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM), and Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) all win when oil falls.

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Energy Stocks

Just How Much of a Bargain Are Canada’s Top Oil Companies?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is one of a few stocks that's become popular as a way to bet on…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy EnCana Corporation After its Latest Earnings Release?

| Benjamin Sinclair

EnCana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) released results for the fourth quarter of 2014 on February 25. Should you respond by picking up…

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Investing

Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Inc. a Soaring Rocket or a Hot Air Balloon?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has been a big win for its shareholders. Just how long can the good times last?

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada Corporation

| Benjamin Sinclair

Keystone XL headlines don't make TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) look good, but beneath the surface, this is a stock worth owning.

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Bank Stocks

What Do The Bank of Montreal’s Disappointing Numbers Mean for Other Banks?

| Benjamin Sinclair

The Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) released disappointing earnings numbers on Tuesday. Just how worried should bank investors be?

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Invest in Any of the TSX 60’s Top Dividend Yielders?

| Benjamin Sinclair

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) and ARC Resources Ltd. (TSX:ARX) have two of the top three yields on the TSX 60. Should…

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Investing

3 Reasons to Sell Bombardier Inc. and Buy CAE Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Aerospace is a booming industry. You should participate through CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) instead of Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B).

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Investing

3 Strong Canadian-Based Global Stocks for Your Portfolio

| Benjamin Sinclair

If you're looking for some solid international exposure from Canadian stocks, look no further than Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM),…

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Energy Stocks

Why EOG Resources Inc. Is a Better Investment Than Canadian Natural Resources Limited

| Benjamin Sinclair

We compare Canadian Natural Resources Inc. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) to EOG Resources Inc. (NYSE:EOG), the largest American shale oil producer, to determine…

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank Instead of Royal Bank of Canada

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) both trade for about 13 times earnings, but one is the…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Enerplus Corp After it Cut Its Dividend?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Enerplus Corp (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) is the latest Canadian energy producer to cut its dividend. Has that created a buying opportunity?

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Investing

Is Now Finally the Time to Buy Bombardier Inc.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is setting its turnaround plan in motion. Should you be a part of it?

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Energy Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp. Is Now One of the Best Energy Stocks You Can Own

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) used to be all about growth. Now the story is very different. What's changed?

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Bank Stocks

The 3 Canadian Banks I’d Buy Today

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian bank shares are trading very cheaply in today's environment. My favourites include Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Canadian…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Are Goldcorp Inc. Shares Plummeting?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) shares are down by nearly 8%. Is this an opportunity?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Now Finally the Time to Invest in Barrick Gold Corp.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) posted some promising results, and has a bright outlook for 2015. So should you buy the…

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Investing

Will Cara Operations Be the Next Tim Hortons?

| Benjamin Sinclair

The owner of Swiss Chalet and Montana's plans an IPO only two months after Tim Hortons is folded into Restaurant…

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Investing

Westport Innovations Inc. Shares Have Skyrocketed; Should You Jump on Board?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(Nasdaq:WPRT) shares have taken off over the past month. What should you do?

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Energy Stocks

Is Now the Right Time to Bet on an Energy Turnaround?

| Benjamin Sinclair

You should be greedy when others are fearful. But when looking at companies like Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), there just…

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Bank Stocks

Yet Another Reason to Avoid the Big 5 Banks

| Benjamin Sinclair

Banks such as Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) may appear cheap. But…

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Investing

How To Invest Alongside Canada’s Warren Buffett

| Benjamin Sinclair

Prem Watsa, Chairman and CEO of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH), is one of Canada's best investors. So why not…

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Energy Stocks

Why Oil Production Won’t Fall for Awhile

| Benjamin Sinclair

New reports from the Bank for International Settlements and OPEC confirm that supply numbers are rising. So if you want…

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