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The Pros and Cons of Investing in Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) has been on a wild ride over the past few decades. It appears to…

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The Pros and Cons of Investing in Thomson Reuters Corporation

| Benjamin Sinclair

Thomson Reuters Corporation (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) finally seems to be on the right track, but many are still betting against the company.…

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The Pros and Cons of Investing in Barrick Gold Corp.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Should you buy shares of Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX)? Here are two arguments for doing so, and two arguments against.

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The Pros and Cons of Investing in Toronto-Dominion Bank

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of Canada's most admired companies. Does that make its shares a good investment?

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Does Royal Bank of Canada Belong in Your Portfolio?

| Benjamin Sinclair

On the surface, there are plenty of reasons to buy Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY). But there are risks too.

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Should You Buy Shares of Teck Resources Ltd?

| Benjamin Sinclair

There's a case to be made for purchasing shares of Teck Resources Ltd (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK), but there are also reasons to…

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Fortis Inc vs. Westport Innovations Inc.: Why Boring Is Better

| Benjamin Sinclair

Here's why you should choose boring Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) over exciting Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(NASDAQ:WPRT).

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Which Should You Buy: Thomson Reuters Corporation or BlackBerry Ltd?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Thomson Reuters Corporation (TSX:TRI)(NYSE:TRI) and BlackBerry Ltd (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) have some interesting similarities and differences. Which one should you add to…

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Canadian Natural Resources Limited and Cenovus Energy Inc: The Only Energy Stocks You Need

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Cenovus Energy Inc (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) have all the attributes you should be looking for.

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Should You Buy Penn West Petroleum Ltd?

| Benjamin Sinclair

The shares of Penn West Petroleum Ltd (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) may appear cheap, but they are cheap for a reason.

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Which Should You Buy: Toronto-Dominion Bank or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are polar opposites. So what should you do?

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Tim Hortons Inc.: The Ultimate Dividend Growth Machine

| Benjamin Sinclair

Usually it's better to go with a growing dividend than a big yield. Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX:THI)(NYSE:THI) is a perfect…

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Should You Buy Shares of Manulife Financial Corp.?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) finally hiked its dividend. So what should you do now?

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First Quantum Minerals Limited: The Only Mining Company You Should Think of Buying

| Benjamin Sinclair

If you want to invest in mining, First Quantum Minerals Limited (TSX:FM) is worth a close look.

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3 Reasons to Buy Cenovus Energy Inc. Over Crescent Point Energy Corp.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Investors seem to love Crescent Point Energy Corp.'s (TSX:CPG)(NySE:CPG) big dividend. However, there are plenty of reasons to choose Cenovus…

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BCE Inc. vs. Rogers Communications Inc.: Which Should You Buy?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Both Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) seem like great dividend stocks. But which one is better?

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Many Investors Are Overlooking The Bank of Montreal — Should You?

| Benjamin Sinclair

The Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) doesn't always get the attention it deserves. Has that created an opportunity?

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Is It Too Late to Buy Canadian National Railway Company?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) shares have been on a great run. But what does the future hold?

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Is CGI Group Inc Really a “Screaming Buy”?

| Benjamin Sinclair

CGI Group Inc (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) is one of Canada's most polarizing companies. Should you add it to your portfolio?

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The Case For and Against Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

| Benjamin Sinclair

Should Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) be a core holding in your portfolio?

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Should You Follow George Soros and Bet on Cameco Corporation?

| Benjamin Sinclair

It has usually been a good idea to follow the billionaire's lead, but Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) may be a different…

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3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

| Benjamin Sinclair

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) has had its problems in the past. But it may be worth giving the…

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Why Is Westport Innovations Inc. Plunging?

| Benjamin Sinclair

What you need to know from Westport Innovations Inc.'s (TSX:WPT)(NASDAQ:WPRT) latest earnings release.

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Dividends From the Financial Sector: 2 to Buy, and 1 to Avoid

| Benjamin Sinclair

You don't want to just chase the highest yield. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM), Manulife Financial Corp (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), and…

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Canada’s Top 3 Warren Buffett Stocks: Toronto-Dominion Bank, Canadian National Railway Company, and Intact Financial Corporation

| Benjamin Sinclair

Invest like the Oracle of Omaha with Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), and Intact Financial Corporation (TSX:…

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Why Are Shares of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc Plunging?

| Benjamin Sinclair

Should you be buying shares of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX)?

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3 Reasons to Stay Away From Barrick Gold Corp

| Benjamin Sinclair

Barrick Gold Corp (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) may not be as much of a bargain as it looks. Luckily, there are better options.

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3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Tire Corporation Limited

| Benjamin Sinclair

What makes Canadian Tire Corporation Limited such a great candidate for your portfolio?

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3 Dividends More Reliable Than Rental Income

| Benjamin Sinclair

Fortis Inc., Thomson Reuters Corporation, and Tim Hortons Inc. are all strong dividend payers.

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Royal Bank of Canada vs. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce: Which Belongs in Your Portfolio?

| Benjamin Sinclair

The banks certainly have plenty of differences. So which one is worthy of your investment dollars?

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3 Reasons Rogers Communications Inc. Belongs in Your Portfolio

| Benjamin Sinclair

Its share price has lagged recently, but there are reasons to be optimistic.

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Teck Resources vs. First Quantum Minerals: Which Should You Buy?

| Benjamin Sinclair

They're Canada's two largest base metal miners. One appears cheaper than the other, but does that make it a better…

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2 High Fliers to Buy, and 1 to Avoid

| Benjamin Sinclair

All of these stocks have soared in recent years. Which of them should you buy today?

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3 Reasons to Buy Shares of Royal Bank of Canada

| Benjamin Sinclair

It's a staple in many portfolios, and for good reason.

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3 Buy-and-Forget Stocks for Your Portfolio: Fortis, Canadian National Railway, and Canadian Tire

| Benjamin Sinclair

What makes these companies such safe bets over the long run?

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Retiring? Buy This Company’s Shares Instead of its Products

| Benjamin Sinclair

You can save yourself from enormous fees, and get a discounted stock at the same time.

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3 Reasons to Buy Canadian Natural Resources

| Benjamin Sinclair

In fact, this firm may be the only energy company you need to buy.

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The First 3 Stocks I’d Buy For a Dividend Growth Fund

| Benjamin Sinclair

These companies' dividends are all moving in the right direction.

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2 Miners to Buy and 1 to Avoid

| Benjamin Sinclair

In this industry, you don't want to be stuck with the wrong company.

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The First 3 Stocks I Would Buy With $25,000

| Benjamin Sinclair

While everyone is different, these ideas should appeal to most investors.

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