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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Will National Bank of Canada Shares Continue to Surge?

| Benjamin Sinclair

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) shares have crushed the big 5 in 2014. Will this continue?

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Investing

Why Are Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. Shares Surging?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) shares are up nearly 5%. Will the trend continue?

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Energy Stocks

Could TransCanada Corporation Shares Rise to $75?

| Benjamin Sinclair

One investor has some ideas about how to make TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) stock soar.

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons Why BlackBerry Ltd. Shares Could Keep Skyrocketing

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX: BB)(Nasdaq: BBRY) has had a great year. But the best may be yet to come.

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Investing

China Could Be the Next Greece; Avoid Teck Resources Inc. and Suncor Energy Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are particularly vulnerable to China. So you'll want to stay away.

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Investing

Why The Bank of Nova Scotia Is Set to Outperform Toronto-Dominion Bank

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of Canada's most popular stocks to own. But you're better off with The Bank of…

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is now arguably Canada's safest banks, and dividend increases could be on the way.

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Investing

Should You Follow Billionaire Bill Ackman and Bet on Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has achieved fantastic returns thus far. Will this continue?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Avoid Chinese Stocks; Buy Teck Resources Inc. Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

China is opening up its stock markets to foreign investors. But if you want to bet on the country, Teck…

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Bank Stocks

Why You Should Still Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank Over Westport Innovations Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) has outperformed Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(Nasdaq:WPRT) in recent years. You should bet on that to continue.

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy Manulife Financial Corp.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) reminds us all once again why it's a great value investment opportunity.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

What Makes First Quantum Minerals Ltd. So Much Better Than Teck Resources Inc.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM) shares have outperformed those of Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK). Why is that the case, and…

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Energy Stocks

It’s Time to Bet on Keystone’s Approval with Suncor Energy Inc. and Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.

| Benjamin Sinclair

TransCanada Corporation's (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) Keystone XL pipeline may be nearing approval. But energy companies like Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Canadian…

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Investing

Why Are Manulife Financial Corp. and National Bank of Canada Trading at a Discount?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) are perceived as risky. This makes them a great opportunity…

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Energy Stocks

Why You Should Buy Suncor Energy Inc. Instead of a Higher-Yielding Energy Company

| Benjamin Sinclair

There are some big yields to be found in Canadian energy. But you're better off with Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU).

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Bank Stocks

Why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce’s Share Price Should Be At Least 30% Higher

| Benjamin Sinclair

At Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM), there are numerous ways that new CEO Victor Dodig can unlock value.

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Dividend Stocks

Facing Retirement? Buy Telus Corporation Instead of Rental Property

| Benjamin Sinclair

Both options have a 3.68% gross yield. But Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and its dividend come with numerous advantages.

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Dividend Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. and Penn West Petroleum Ltd.: Avoid the Energy Patch’s Highest Yielders

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) have dividends yielding 7.5% and 11.5%, respectively. But you…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why BCE Inc. Is the Best Way to Score Big Dividends

| Benjamin Sinclair

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) has exactly what dividend investors should be looking for.

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Bank Stocks

Just How Much Can We Count On the Canadian Banks?

| Benjamin Sinclair

If you're looking for a lower-risk Canadian bank, you should choose Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD). But even then, are you taking…

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Energy Stocks

Will Cameco Corporation Continue to Skyrocket?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) surged on Friday. Is this only the beginning?

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Energy Stocks

What Does the GOP Victory in the U.S. Mean for Canada’s Energy Producers?

| Benjamin Sinclair

There are changes coming to Washington -- could you benefit by buying companies like TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP)?

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Investing

Avoid Market Turbulence With Metro Inc., Telus Corporation, and SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU), Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), and SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) are all companies you can count on, even nowadays.

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Bank Stocks

Canadian Banks vs. American Banks: Which Should You Buy?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian banks like The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) have their positive attributes. But American banks like Bank of America…

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Investing

Why You Should Sell Westport Innovations Inc. and Bombardier Inc. Right Away

| Benjamin Sinclair

As the end of the year nears, many investors will be selling Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(Nasdaq:WPRT) and Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B).…

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Dividend Stocks

What You Need to Know Before Buying Crescent Point Energy Corp. or Penn West Petroleum Ltd.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) each have big dividends. But there's a catch.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Could Yamana Gold Inc. or Goldcorp Inc. Double?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) and Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) are two very different kinds of bets. Which one has more upside?

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Investing

Now That Pipeline Capacity Could Skyrocket, Should You Sell the Rails?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) have benefited from the growth of crude-by-rail. Is the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is There Any Upside in Canada’s Troubled Gold Miners?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX), Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC), and IAMGOLD Corp. (TSX:IMG)(NYSE:IAG) have all seen their share prices plummet. Are…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks for Your TFSA

| Benjamin Sinclair

Three prime candidates for your TFSA are BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD)

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Bet on Canadian Energy Producers Like Suncor Energy Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Much has been written about the decline of oil prices. But the news isn't all bad for companies like Suncor…

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Energy Stocks

Whose Dividend Is Safer: Penn West Petroleum Ltd. or Talisman Energy Inc.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Both Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) and Talisman Energy Inc. (TSX:TLM)(NYSE:TLM) have had their share of problems. Are either of…

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Tech Stocks

How Much Is BlackBerry Ltd.’s BBM Messaging Service Worth?

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) is getting closer to monetizing BBM. What could the messaging service be worth?

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Tech Stocks

How Big a Blow Did Microsoft Land on BlackBerry Ltd.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Microsoft Corporation's (Nasdaq:MSFT) newest offering seems to strike at the very heart of BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY). How should investors react?

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Dividend Stocks

Why Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank Are Better Bets Than Bonds

| Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) each have dividends you can count on.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Goldcorp Inc. and Yamana Gold Inc. Have Both Plunged; Is Either a Bargain?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Is Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) or Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) worthy of a place in your portfolio?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Sell Barrick Gold Corp. and Buy First Quantum Minerals Ltd.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) shares may seem cheaper, but First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM) is still the better bet.

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Tech Stocks

Are Westport Innovations Inc. Shares a Bargain?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(Nasdaq:WPRT) shares are down by another 4%. Is this the time to buy?

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Tech Stocks

What Does the New Classic Phone Mean for BlackBerry Ltd. and its Stock Price?

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) CEO John Chen reveals his thoughts on the BlackBerry Classic. Should investors be impressed?

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Investing

Is Now the Time to Gamble on Bombardier Inc.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) may have finally turned the corner. Is this a stock you should hold?

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