Brad Macintosh, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

These 4 Stocks Reported 100% Quarterly Earnings Increases: Which Ones Will Catch a Tailwind?

July 17, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Last quarter's earnings per share sailed for Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR), but is it the most worthy investment on…

Dividend Stocks

Produce Cash in Your RRSP Account With These 3 Dividend Stocks

July 10, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Dividend income is an important way to build cash within an RRSP. Snag 4.63% in yield from these solid dividend…

Linda Hasenfratz and Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) Are Dealing With a Market Sentiment Problem

June 28, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Analysts don't seem to like Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR). Although the stock has delivered handsomely over the years, market sentiment is…

Energy Stocks

Build Dividend Income While Waiting for Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) to Pull Back More

June 21, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) is one of the best TSX stories in the last five years. While you wait for…

Dividend Stocks

Is a Low Loonie Good for TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP) and These Stocks?

June 19, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

If you are not going to buy solid Canadian stocks like TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) when they are undervalued, then when…

Dividend Stocks

A Double-Digit Club: 4 Stocks With Growth and Income

June 9, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

It is nice when investments can deliver growth plus some income. Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) comes out on top in…

Tech Stocks

2 Stocks + 2 Tailspins = 2 Great Investments

June 3, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Growth stock Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) and value stock Linamar (TSX:LNR) are tumbling. Which is better to buy when the…

Tech Stocks

Will This Growth Tech Stock Go for an Early Summer Run?

May 26, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) is literally one of the top TSX growth stocks. It’s stock price has faltered, trading in a…

Investing

This Stock Acts Like a Mutual Fund, a Smart Landlord, & Builds Wealth in Your RRSP

May 17, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Brookfield Asset Management Inc.'s (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) business is spread so broadly that it offers great diversification and market-beating performance.

Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks That Are Defensive and Value Plays

April 18, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

There are things to like about these defensive stock picks: telecom Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) and global dairy company Saputo…

Dividend Stocks

Don’t Get Caught in a High-Yield Dividend Trap

April 6, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Dividend investing is a great way to make passive income, but be careful not to fall into yield traps like…

Dividend Stocks

2 Deeply Discounted Utility Stocks: Which Is Better Right Now?

April 5, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

The worst appears to be over for Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA). Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is also looking good…

Investing

Are Low-Volatility ETFs Low-Risk Investments in This Environment?

March 28, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Investors have poured money into “low-beta” ETFs. In choppy 2018, how is BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF (TSX:ZLB) doing?

Investing

3 Top Momentum Stocks That Will Beat the Market

March 26, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Whether you are a value or growth investor, Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) and these two other picks are poised to…

Dividend Stocks

Are Manulife Financial Corp. and Rogers Communications Inc. Cheap Enough to Buy Now?

March 20, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) have dropped +10% off their highs, but there are still better…

Investing

Has Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Proven it Belongs in Your TFSA?

March 16, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) could once again be a market-beating stock, but are the risks still too high?

Investing

Lumber Stocks Popped 3-7%: Is This the Start of a Sector Rally?

March 13, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

CanWel Building Materials Group Ltd. (TSX:CWX) was up 7% in one day. Can Norbord Inc. (TSX:OSB)(NYSE:OSB) keep up with its…

Investing

These 3 Stocks Can’t Be Blamed for the TSX’s Underperformance

March 5, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Not all Canadian stocks are limping behind U.S. equities. Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) is one top TSX achiever.

Dividend Stocks

Why “Short Interest” Is a Risk to Avoid When it Comes to Picking RRSP Investments

February 26, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Klondex Mines Ltd. (TSX:KDX)(NYSE:KLDX) has dropped 70% in a year, but short sellers think there is more downside. Pick these…

Dividend Stocks

REIT Market Heating Up: Which Stocks Are Hottest?

February 19, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

RRSP alert: There have been two big REIT moves this year. Shares of CT Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CRT.UN) are…

Investing

2 Stocks With Potential to Outperform and 1 That Requires Growth

February 5, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Not all equity investments need to be disruptive businesses. Consider MTY Food Group Inc. (TSX:MTY). Would you buy the whole…

Investing

Get Rich Slowly With These Insurance Stocks

February 2, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) is the largest Canadian insurer and rarely misses on earnings estimates. It is a solid pick…

Dividend Stocks

Has the Telecom Fall Ended? Which of These 3 Stocks Are Best Buys?

February 1, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

The drive for these telecoms is the battle for a place in your home. Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is thinking…

Dividend Stocks

Attractive Price Multiples for These 3 Stocks: Value Invest Like Warren Buffett

January 18, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Genworth MI Canada Inc. (TSX:MIC) continues to be attractive after a 27% return. Two other stocks round out this list…

Investing

4 Stocks That Look Good Before and Likely After NAFTA Discussions End

January 17, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

With an extra $49 million from the federal government, Linamar Corporation’s (TSX:LNR) business is in a good position, ahead of…

Growth & Value: This All-in-1 Stock Is Poised to Run in 2018

January 16, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Analysts are bullish on Savaria Corporation (TSX:SIS). Long-time shareholders are very happy. If forward earnings are accurate, this growth stock…

Dividend Stocks

These Stocks Are on Sale Now: Is Quality There to Back Them up?

January 15, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Adding payments to your mortgage is a no-risk investment. After which, it may be worth considering Enercare Inc. (TSX:ECI).

A Defensive Way to Build TFSA Wealth in 2018

January 15, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) has not missed earnings in 7 quarters. The wage increase in Ontario is a known quantity.…

Dividend Stocks

Boardwalk REIT: Should You Dump or Keep This REIT?

January 9, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) moved up 3% on Monday. Is it too little and too late to stay with this investment?

Energy Stocks

Which of These 4 Green Power Companies Will Soar in 2018?

January 8, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

High-yielding TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) had a bad year, dropping 14%, but the capex-to-sales ratio indicates that it could turn…

Investing

Strength in the Utility Sector and ATCO Ltd.’s 52-Week Low

January 4, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Revenues are approaching all-time highs for ATCO Ltd. (TSX:ACO.X) in 2017. Can ATCO surpass Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) as a utility…

Investing

7 Darlings or Duds of the TSX

January 2, 2018 | Brad Macintosh

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and Tucows Inc. (TSX:TC)(NASDAQ:TCX) were darlings of the TSX in 2017. Can the trend continue into…

Energy Stocks

3 Up, 3 Down: Energy Stocks and the Gaining Momentum

December 31, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

In this list of six energy stocks, TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) had the biggest year-to-date run. Who are the contenders?

Dividend Stocks

Are “Canada’s Largest” Companies Going in Opposite Directions?

December 29, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) expanded into global markets, while RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) has been selling off properties assets.…

Dividend Stocks

Armchair Landlords Wanted: 4 Real Estate Investing Options

December 28, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

Free yourself from the mortgage stress test, starting in 2018, by buying Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) and these REITs.

Tech Stocks

Worried About Cybersecurity? 2 Software Businesses to Put You Ahead of the Pack

December 26, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

CGI Group Inc. (GIB-A.TO)(NYSE:GIB) is a major software company that works with business and governments world-wide. Can it count as…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Precious Ways to Hedge Against a Cryptocurrency Collapse

December 22, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

When will it be too late to protect your cryptocurrency gains? Can Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAAS)(NASDAQ:PAAS) act as a…

Dividend Stocks

Can This High-Yield REIT Turn Things Around?

December 21, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN) has been a losing investment, but shedding 92 properties may turn this REIT around.

Investing

Swing In to the Holidays With This List of Best-Buy Stocks

December 19, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

Acadian Timber Corp. (TSX:ADN) is a high-yield dividend stock that tends to start a new-year run. Meanwhile, Loblaw Companies Limited…

5 Reasons Why Earnings Quality Will Continue for This Dividend Stock

December 15, 2017 | Brad Macintosh

A summer shake-up has led to Norbord Inc. (TSX:OSB)(NYSE:OSB) stock pulling back. There may be another price run in 2018.

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