Benjamin Sinclair, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

Will Suncor Energy Inc. Buy Either of These 2 Companies?

September 26, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) has started using its balance sheet. Will it buy Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) or Penn…

Tech Stocks

The 3 Biggest Takeaways From BlackBerry Ltd.’s Lacklustre Quarterly Results

September 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) reported some very disappointing numbers today.

Energy Stocks

TransCanada Corporation: 3 Reasons Hillary Clinton Opposes Keystone XL

September 25, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) shouldn't be surprised the Democratic front-runner is opposed to the controversial project.

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd.: 3 Reasons to Be Pessimistic Ahead of Friday’s Earnings Release

September 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) is set to release earnings on Friday. The prognosis does not look good.

Investing

This Is 1 Anniversary Bombardier Inc. Will Not Be Celebrating

September 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

It's been one year since Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) secured a CSeries order. Does the future look any brighter?

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Crescent Point Energy Corp. Will Outlast American Oil Producers

September 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has some nice advantages over its American counterparts.

Energy Stocks

How Investors Should React to Suncor Energy Inc.’s Big Purchase

September 24, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) just bought an additional stake in Fort Hills. What does this mean for Suncor and Teck…

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank Shares for $51

September 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) shares have simply fallen too far.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Did Teck Resources Ltd. Fall as Much as 10% on Tuesday?

September 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) shares did not respond well to the latest news from China.

Dividend Stocks

3 Big Dividends You Should Own Instead of Crescent Point Energy Corp.

September 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is a popular dividend stock, but BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), and…

Investing

Why Airlines Are Buying Used Jets Instead of Bombardier Inc.’s CSeries

September 23, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) hasn't secured a firm order for the CSeries in almost one year.

Tech Stocks

3 Things to Watch for When BlackBerry Ltd. Reports Earnings on Friday

September 22, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) will report its Q2 2016 results on Friday. What should shareholders expect?

Investing

Why Boeing or Airbus Would Pay Bombardier Inc. Big Money for the CSeries

September 22, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Selling the CSeries altogether is a compelling option for Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B).

Energy Stocks

Why Hasn’t Suncor Energy Inc. Bought Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Yet?

September 18, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) has better options than buying Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS).

If You Want Safe Dividends, Toronto-Dominion Bank Is a No-Brainer

September 17, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) has a rock-solid 3.9% yield.

Bank Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia Is a Bargain at Under $60 Per Share

September 17, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) has seen its stock price fall more than 20% in the last year. It's now…

Energy Stocks

You Want to Own Shares of Penn West Petroleum Ltd. if Oil Prices Recover

September 16, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Buying Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) shares is like playing the lottery with oil prices.

Investing

Why Bombardier Inc. Should Be Worth at Least $2 Per Share in 12 Months

September 16, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

There is a lot of upside in Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shares right now.

Dividend Stocks

Why Retirees Should Buy Telus Corporation and its 4% Dividend Instead of Bonds

September 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is quite simply a better alternative to low-yielding bonds.

Dividend Stocks

What Would $20 Oil Mean for Crescent Point Energy Corp. and its Dividend?

September 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Goldman Sachs recently said US$20 oil is a possibility. How should Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) shareholders react?

Tech Stocks

The Venice: BlackBerry Ltd.’s Last Attempt at the Smartphone Market

September 15, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Will BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) and its upcoming Venice handset be successful?

Dividend Stocks

TransAlta Corporation: How Sustainable Is its 12.6% Dividend?

September 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) has the highest dividend of all the companies in the TSX 60. But for how long?

Investing

Why Did Bombardier Inc. Shares Soar 60% Last Week?

September 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shares got a much-needed jolt on Wednesday and Thursday.

What Would it Take for Toronto-Dominion Bank to Cut its Dividend?

September 14, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Even in the most pessimistic scenarios, Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) will not cut its payout.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Crescent Point Energy Corp. Will Cut its 7.3% Dividend Within 2 Years

September 11, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has already slashed its dividend once, and may have to do so again.

Tech Stocks

Is Apple’s iPhone 6s Infringing on Patents Held by BlackBerry Ltd.?

September 11, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) pioneered what Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) calls "3D Touch" technology.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Telus Corporation Has a Better Dividend Than BCE Inc.

September 11, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) may have a bigger yield, but Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) has a better dividend.

Dividend Stocks

Does Toronto-Dominion Bank or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Have the Better Dividend?

September 11, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Both Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are great dividend stocks. But which is better?

Bank Stocks

Why Is Royal Bank of Canada 20% Cheaper Than it Was 12 Months Ago?

September 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) has seen its share price fall even as its earnings increase.

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Why Bank of Nova Scotia Shares Have Declined by 18% in the Last 2 Years

September 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) shares have declined badly in the last 24 months. Is the stock now a bargain?

Investing

Could Bombardier Inc. Fetch $8 billion for its Rail Unit?

September 10, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) reportedly was offered US$7-8 billion for its rail division, but turned the offer down.

Dividend Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp. Is Hamstrung by its 7.3% Dividend

September 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) would probably be better off without its massive dividend.

Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Energy Inc. Is Licking its Chops

September 9, 2015 | Benjamin Sinclair

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is all set to feast on the energy patch's weaker players.