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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Investors “Pivot” Back to Barrick Gold Corp.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is turning its focus back to Nevada. Is this step 1 in the company's turnaround?

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Investing

What Do Rogers Communications Inc., Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, and Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. Have in Common?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) have thrived despite annoying its customers. Could they be…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is a great Canadian success story. But there are better options for your portfolio.

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Bank Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto-Dominion Bank, or The Bank of Nova Scotia: Which Should You Choose?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are often used to anchor…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Sun Life Financial Inc. and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) may have an appealing dividend, but there are better options available.

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Tech Stocks

Will BlackBerry Ltd. Shares Double Again?

| Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) shares have spiked more than 100% since late 2013, seemingly without anyone noticing. Will it happen again?

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons to Stay Away From Barrick Gold Corp. and Teck Resources Ltd.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) have a few too many things in common. Here are three…

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Dividend Stocks

What Makes Telus Corporation Canada’s Best Dividend Stock?

| Benjamin Sinclair

It's true that all of Canada's Big 3 telcos are great dividend champions. But Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) stands out from…

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Investing

Don’t Trade Too Often Like Every Other Investor; Buy These Two Stocks for the Long Term Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) both have fantastic long-term track records and should be…

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Bank Stocks

With a New CEO at the Helm, Is Now the Time to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

| Benjamin Sinclair

It didn't take long for new Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) CEO Victor Dodig to make his mark. So…

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Investing

Will Uranium Prices Continue to Surge?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Uranium prices have increased rapidly in recent weeks. An investment in Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) is the best way to play…

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Investing

Could Bombardier Inc. Shares Drop Below $3?

| Benjamin Sinclair

There are numerous issues facing Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B). Will these issues sink the shares further?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Avoid Barrick Gold Corp.

| Benjamin Sinclair

With CEO Jamie Sokalsky stepping down from Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) on Monday, the company looks a lot different and…

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy BlackBerry Ltd. Before It’s Too Late

| Benjamin Sinclair

There are a lot of factors working in BlackBerry Ltd.'s (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) favour. Time might be running out to buy the…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid TransAlta Corporation, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) may have a very high dividend yield, but don't take the bait.

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Investing

Talisman Energy Inc vs. Canadian Natural Resources: Which Belongs in Your Portfolio?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Talisman Energy Inc (TSX:TLM)(NYSE:TLM) may look cheap, but Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) could be a better option.

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid First Quantum Minerals Ltd, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

First Quantum Minerals Ltd (TSX:FM) has a track record like no other mining company in Canada. But there are still…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reasons to Avoid Enbridge Inc. and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a very popular dividend stock in Canada, but there is a better option.

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Bank Stocks

Which Bank Should You Choose: The Bank of Nova Scotia or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

| Benjamin Sinclair

There are three good reasons to prefer The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) over Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM).

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Investing

Which Canadian Miner Should You Buy?

| Benjamin Sinclair

We take a look at whether Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX), Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ), and First Quantum Minerals Limited (TSX:FM) are…

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Bank Stocks

3 Simple Reasons to Prefer Royal Bank of Canada Over Toronto-Dominion Bank

| Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two of the most popular stocks to own in Canada.…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Canadian Pacific Railway Limited, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) has been very rewarding to investors in recent years, but now's not the time to…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Canadian Tire Corporation Limited, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) has been a big win for investors recently, but now may not be the time…

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Investing

Your Instant 3-Stock Financials Portfolio

| Benjamin Sinclair

Financial services stocks are a must-own in Canada and you can't go wrong with Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), The Bank of…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Suncor Energy Inc., and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is very popular among professional investors, but Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is one of the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Reasons to Avoid Barrick Gold Corp., and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) has made a lot of progress on the cost-cutting front. But this is still a stock…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid BCE Inc., and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) has a very attractive dividend, but there are better options available.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Champions You Should Buy Instead of Rental Property

| Benjamin Sinclair

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP), and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can all provide income without the hassle of…

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Investing

2 Forever Stocks for Your Portfolio: Brookfield Asset Management Inc. and Canadian Natural Resources Limited

| Benjamin Sinclair

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A) (NYSE:BAM) and Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ) (NYSE:CNQ) have everything long-term shareholders should be looking…

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Bank Stocks

2 Reasons to Avoid Royal Bank of Canada, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) is certainly firing on all cylinders, but there's a better option for your portfolio.

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Investing

Are Shares of Teck Resources Ltd Headed to $35?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Ltd (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) has taken its share of beatings recently. Is now a good time to add the stock…

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Investing

2 Simple Reasons to Prefer Canadian National Railway Company Over Bombardier, Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) may seem more expensive than Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B), but it is still the better buy.

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Bank Stocks

2 Simple Reasons to Prefer Toronto-Dominion Bank Over Bank of Montreal

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) both allow you to bet on the United States. But TD…

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Bank Stocks

Which Canadian Bank Should You Buy?

| Benjamin Sinclair

We take a look at Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY)(NYSE: RY), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX: TD)(NYSE: TD), and The Bank…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Canadian National Railway Company, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has many things going for it. But there are better dividend stocks out there.

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Thomson Reuters Corporation and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Thomson Reuters Corporation (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) has become very popular, and pays a nice dividend too. But there are better options.

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Bank Stocks

2 Simple Reasons Professional Money Managers Love Toronto-Dominion Bank

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is a commonly held stock in professionally managed funds. This is no fluke.

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Crescent Point Energy Corp, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has a very enticing dividend. But there's a better option, one that also yields above…

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid Penn West Petroleum Ltd, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

Penn West Petroleum's (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) shares may look depressed. But there are still better options.

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Investing

2 Reasons to Avoid EnCana Corporation, and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

| Benjamin Sinclair

EnCana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) has had a fantastic year, but you should be careful before jumping on board.

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